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Those who have been before will probably have most of this stuff already. For those who have not been before, the below list is invaluable.
Most of the items in the "For The Car" section are actually law in Europe, so I would advise that you make sure that you do / have these things arranged. I'm sure that most of you who have been before will have this stuff, but it's well worth double checking, just in case. Anything that you haven't got can be purchased at places like Halfords, or worst case scenario on the ferry, but they do charge a bit more there. The items in BLUE are the ones that are Law in Europe! The Check List FOR THE CAR 1: Spare Bulb Kit 2: Warning Triangle 3: Hi Visibility Vests (1 for each person in car) 4: Headlight Beam Deflectors 5: Fire Extinguisher 6: First Aid Kit 7: Octane Booster 8: Oil (optional but advised) 9: GB Sticker (if you dont have GB on your number plate) 10:Spare Key 11: Sat Nav (with European Data) 12: Crash Helmet (not compulsory) 13: European Insurance & Breakdown Cover (make sure it covers repatriation, just in case) 14: Track insurance (those insured with Keith Micheals, call Moley) 15: Driving License (including Paper Part) 16: Locking wheel nut tool 17: Tyre pressure gauge 18: Breathalyser kit PERSONAL ITEMS 1: Ferry Tickets (confirmation e-mail) & Passports 2: E 111 3: Euro's and debit / credit cards (inform bank that you are away for safety) 4: Mobile Phone & Charger 5: Headache Tablets (trust me) 6: European Plug Adaptor 7: Walkie talkies ? 8: Big bag of cash. Euros. Those with TOM TOM's down load the shell garages onto your european maps. If you know of anything that need adding to this list, please feel free to add it. ![]() Not long now getting excited !!.
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Nice one Ian
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Can you imagine doing the ring in a tiger tank!
BTG 1 hour 44 mins
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I'm curious, as my first trip out in the Scoob, so minus the cash for the hotel, how much do people go through / how much should I bring with me?
Talking all in, petrol, few laps, beer etc? Pm if you prefer, just want a rough idea as its better to have the cash to hand and not need it, rather then need it and not have it to hand. Cheers. |
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Don't forget the breathliser. Budget 2 tank full's + another 2 when your there track & stuff. 2 tanks back. Booze,food,drugs & mobile vigina. :EVO:
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Rough idea
Fuel £350 Hotel and meals if sharing £300 Booze £200 Cherry bar ££££££££££££££££££ I budget about £800 if sharing everything |
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so 400 each should cover? or was that 800 each?
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Sorry confused things really .
This is what I spend roughly Ferry £60 Fuel approx £350 to £400 Hotel £360 depending on room Approx £100?a day for meals and booze Ring £80 Breakdown £80 If sharing , then half your fuel, ferry and hotel |
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Perfect, Thanks mate.
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Alot of your expense depends on how much you drink as it can soon mount up The Ring costs 26 euros per lap or you can buy 4 laps for 96 euros Room costs 78 euros per night (38 euros each twin) Roughly 5/6 tanks of fuel (it should be a little cheaper over in Germany) The meals are around 25/30 euros pp (in the evenings) the hotel does a good continental breakfast so will probably need a snack during the day Whilst on the trip if you are sharing room/fuel costs etc 600 euro s each (depending on how much you drink) Check the list for other things you need cost wise. Insurance Breakdown with repatriation etc
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Excellent post guys, I CAN'T FRIGGIN' WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIIIIIIIIIIIIIITTTTTTTTT
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Mate, I don't eat much but once on the Yeager bombs , it's £££££££
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Does that include your friendly travelling pussy.
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I have Rich this year , going to save a fortune on travel pussy's
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I didnt know you thought about me that way scott.
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Hi Guys,re the list of stuff you must carry these are the rules in France; fluorescent jackets for the driver and all passengers(these must be in the car and not in the boot).From the 1st June a breathalyser kit must be carried,the police say that this won't be enforced until 1st Nov,but I'am not taking any chances.These can be brought in France from big supermarkets,service stns,etc and cost 1.5 euros.Finally in France the police are really cracking down on speeding motorists, they even have Subaru's on the motorway,so be careful out there.
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Thanks for the tips mate .
I for one, won't be speeding , not until the unrestricted stretches of the autobahn. |
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High vis vest are mentioned in the list item 3 but its useful to mention they have to be in the car. With regards to the Breathalyser it says here: http://driving.drive-alive.co.uk/driving-in-france.htm they are required from the 1st July??
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Defo says the 1st June in french papers,would be a good idea to have them just in case,especially as they are so cheap.I already have 2 in my car.
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V-Power was €1,73 this morning, but that is a comparatively "cheap" price. Our fuel prices go up and down like a roller coaster at the moment. There can be differences of up to 10 cents even at the same day. Well, at least you lot are very lucky with the exchange rate this time as it looks. |
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Blimey, not cheap at all then. :zoiks:
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It's getting worse, Steve. I just drove past the Shell garage again and saw that I had misread it this morning. What I saw was V-Power diesel (didn't even know they have this stuff
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At least it's on a par, so doesn't make me feel quite so bad. Long gone are the days of crossing the channel to fill up for a saving! |
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I still go across the border to the Czech Republic. I'm just about 13 miles away and if you take an additional container, it pays. Mostly I safe about 20 cents per liter.
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It looks quite nice on google search. But then again, so does Crowborough So how far are you from the Airport? That adds another scenario if it's a long way off. You could always move to Blighty and get yourself a nice P1 to blast around in
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How long would it take by using the train alone ?
Via Eurostar.
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About 13 hours, Ian. And it would cost me €90 return (30 for the Thalys from Frankfurt to Paris or Brussels, and 60 for the Eurostar). Also an option I've got already in my mind.
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That's one heck of a journey Kirsten! But you get to see a lot from the train!
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Hi Kerstin, when I went to Leipzig for work last year we flew from Heathrow to Berlin (with British Airways), got a cab across Berlin to the train station, then got the train from Berlin to Leipzig - could you get a train from Berlin or is that a mammoth journey to your place? It took about 7 hours from Heathrow to Leipzig I think.
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Well thats it,
Scoob all serviced with new oils etc. and even a new pollen filter. I didnt know I had one I am ready to go yipeeeeeeeeeeeee bring it on.. .
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Took the Scoob to Brighton today only to get my front screen damaged. Now being fixed on Sarurday. My luck isn't good at the moment as the clutch on the Rav went bust to! Not happy.
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Well every thing happens in 3's so what with the Evo, the Rav and the Screen lets hope it ends there!!!!! Fingers crossed for ya fella.
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Ooops sorry I mean in threes . Thats it now you are one the way up
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But I honest do hope your luck changes Nige . You wait mate, it's all leading to you having a crackin time . |
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But as mentioned above, that should be your three bits of bad luck out of the way. I have had my 3 recently too. Lets hope it is a trouble free trip for everyone, but you deserve a bit of extra luck Nige We'll give you a big group hug on the ferry
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Fingers crossed mate. I hope it turns out all ok.
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Anyone doing deals on O/B at the moment as i may take some to be on the safe side
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The items in BLUE are the ones that are Law in Europe!
The Check List FOR THE CAR 1: Spare Bulb Kit 2: Warning Triangle 3: Hi Visibility Vests (1 for each person in car) 4: Headlight Beam Deflectors (these have to fitted before you leave England even if its day time) 5: Fire Extinguisher 6: First Aid Kit 7: Octane Booster 8: Oil (optional but advised) 9: GB Sticker (if you dont have GB on your number plate) 10:Spare Key 11: Sat Nav (with European Data) 12: Crash Helmet (not compulsory) 13: European Insurance & Breakdown Cover (make sure it covers repatriation, just in case) 14: Track insurance (those insured with Keith Micheals, call Moley) 15: Driving License (including Paper Part) 16: Locking wheel nut tool 17: Tyre pressure gauge PERSONAL ITEMS 1: Ferry Tickets (confirmation e-mail) & Passports 2: E 111 3: Euro's and debit / credit cards (inform bank that you are away for safety) 4: Mobile Phone & Charger 5: Headache Tablets (trust me) 6: European Plug Adaptor 7: Walkie talkies ? 8: Big bag of cash. Euros. Those with TOM TOM's down load the shell garages onto your european maps. If you know of anything that need adding to this list, please feel free to add it. ![]() Not long now getting excited !!.
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Not drinking silicone balls or candle wax...
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EAR PLUGS cause there are those who snore !!!
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Dont forget the flower water.
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I'm off to RCM on Saturday. Wheel bearings, brake pads, geo check.
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Just checked my extinguisher, its fooked. Trip to halfrauds i guess
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Got some now tho
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Should I also bring the V5 with me? Or as they call it "Machina Passport"...?
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I needed it every time we stopped when I was driving to Mongolia, didnt know if it is needed in Europe though.
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10...4 good buddy c'mon..
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Smart phones are ok but I find you get a better signal strength and battery life with the cheapies. At least you will only have to charge it once just before you leave, instead of every other day..
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I've got a foot pump in the boot, although that won't help you on the way over
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Only car jack , trolley jack to bloomin heavy
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What about a Socket Set? (JIC?)
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