Texas July 26, 2008 Saturday event

**SLKman** · 05-16-2008

Found this on another forum and thought I would share it.

The Third Texas Mercedes-Benz Get Together is coming soon! Caravans leaving from Austin, the DFW Metroplex, and Houston will once again converge upon the midway point between Houston and Dallas on I-45 known as Centerville on Saturday, July 26, 2008 for a day filled with automotive fun! I want this to be the biggest gathering we've had to date.

The first time in 2006, we had about 40 cars, the second time in 2007, about 30 cars showed up. This time, I want to see as many cars and people as we can, lets see how many we can get and show them how we do meets down here in Texas, . It doesn't matter what kind of Mercedes-Benz you have, old, new, pristine, ragged, diesel, gas, Sprinter or whatever, we want YOU to attend so that we can have a diverse cross-section of cars and enthusiasts to enjoy the day. Got family members, friends, or neighbors who drive Mercedes-Benzes? Tell them to come on out! Caravans departing from each city will depart at a time that gives them a 12:00 Noon arrival time in Centerville. We will have a BBQ lunch in a room reserved just for us at the world famous Woody's Smokehouse on the NORTHBOUND side of I-45. After everyone has eaten, we'll head 4 miles south of town on old Highway 75 to Fort Boggy State Park for the Show and Shine! There is an admission to the state park, $2 for those age 13 and older. We will hand out awards based on People's Choice for best Vintage Model (Pre 1980), Best 1980s Model, Best 1990s Model, and best 2000-present Model. Bring the camera, PLENTY of water and maybe some sunscreen to the park because it WILL be hot, and have some fun with fellow "BenzNuts".

Departure Points:

Austin
Dell Diamond (Round Rock)
3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd (US 79)
Round Rock, TX 78665
Meet at 9:15am, depart at 9:45am
Map:http://www.mapquest.com/maps/3400+E+...TX+78665-3906/

Dallas/Ft. Worth (Dallas and Ft. Worth will consolidate into one departure point this year)
Parking Lot in front of Carl's Jr. @ Love's Truck Stop
2500 S I-45
Hutchins, TX 75141-4256
Meet at 9:45am, depart at 10:15am
Map:http://www.mapquest.com/maps/2500+S+...:::::f:EN:M:/e

Houston
Cracker Barrel Parking Lot
14765 North Freeway
Houston, TX 77090
Meet at 9:45am, depart at 10:15am
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/Houston+TX+77090-6503/

**SLKCop** · 05-17-2008

Sounds fun.. I'll see if I can get off work that day and attend! Thanks.

Mike

**SLKman** · 05-17-2008

I went last year with my wife. It was fun.

Lots of catagories and good people. It should be a fun time if you show up.

Many older Mercedes that look like they just rolled off the show room floor and lots of daily drivers.

Hot as Heck too!!!

but that is Texas in the summer.

SLKman

**alroumi** · 05-18-2008

Thank you for sharing.

**SLKCop** · 07-09-2008

Just got my time-off slip returned by supervisor saying I cannot take that day off. Was looking forward to it.

Take some pics and let me know how it goes!

cousjcc · 07-15-2008

Looks like I will be trying to make it to Centerville for this one in lieu of the Oasis meet I was trying to arrange, although I may be a little late as that's a long drive from SA.

Mike play hooky!

**SLKman** · 07-15-2008

Wife and I are looking to make the drive to Atlanta this year!

SLKman

cousjcc · 07-15-2008

Well if you wind up not making the trip to Atlanta, hope to see you in centerville. Otherwise enjoy the trip!

**SLKCop** · 07-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by cousjcc

Looks like I will be trying to make it to Centerville for this one in lieu of the Oasis meet I was trying to arrange, although I may be a little late as that's a long drive from SA.

Mike play hooky!

HAHA...I wish now that I hadn't put in for the time off. I'd be easier to call in sick that way. If I call in sick, now, though, I'll definitely get hammered!

As a very wise supervisor once told me, "if you absolutely need to be off, don't take vacation day, call in sick." I should of heeded that advise this time...

**SLKman** · 07-15-2008

Yea, until your supervisor and you show up at the same place when you are suppose to be home sick.

You never know...he may own an SLK too!

SLKman

**SLKCop** · 07-15-2008

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLKman

Yea, until your supervisor and you show up at the same place when you are suppose to be home sick.

You never know...he may own an SLK too!

SLKman

Haha, yeah, that would be a little more than embarrassing.

cousjcc · 07-25-2008

I had an unexpected thing come up with my fiancee so I have to go to dallas tonight. I'm hoping to drive over to centerpointe tomorrow but it won't be until after the caravan has already left dallas. Hopefully it'll last long enough in centerpoint that I'll be able to make it out!

**SLKman** · 07-25-2008

Dude, U gotta go!

I wanna meet you and see that car!

In years past it seemed to last almost till dark. I am sure it will still be going on.

You may get to be a late entry into the judging???

and end up winning "BEST OF SHOW"!

Hope you can make it. We will be there!

Anyone else from here going?

SLKman

cousjcc · 07-25-2008

Working on trying to rearrange plans now, wish me luck!

cousjcc · 07-25-2008

I will be there! Spending the night in austin tonight will leave tomorrow morning with the austin caravan!

**SLKCop** · 4 Weeks Ago

Man, I wish I could go. I had previously put in to take a vacation day tomorrow, but was denied due to staffing issues. SO, I'll be patrolling tomorrow while you all are out having tons o' fun. Enjoy, be safe and post pics!

**UK-C200** · 4 Weeks Ago

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLKCop

Man, I wish I could go. I had previously put in to take a vacation day tomorrow, but was denied due to staffing issues. SO, I'll be patrolling tomorrow while you all are out having tons o' fun. Enjoy, be safe and post pics!

Ouch - somehow I hope no one speeds by you tomorrow in an SLK

Tslick · 4 Weeks Ago

Y'all have fun.

and please post some photos

**F111F** · 4 Weeks Ago

Sorry, I am on the East Coast on business. Let us know how it turned out.
Understand we are breaking 100+ degrees again today in Texas

H-townbenzoboy · 4 Weeks Ago

Hey guys, I'm Joe aka "H-town", the one who planned this event. I was glad to see Brent "SLKman" and "cousjcc" bring their fine rides out for all to see. Some photos have been posted at the following links for everyone to check out:

http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforu...15#post1922315

http://www.w108.org/gallery/view_alb...ville08&page=1

http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforu...d.php?t=222212

Brent, I know you and your wife took some pics, let me know when you're going to upload them so I can post a link to them at other forums.

05-16-2008	#1 (permalink)
SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,012 Country: Thanks: 217 Thanked 49 Times in 27 Posts	Texas July 26, 2008 Saturday event Found this on another forum and thought I would share it. The Third Texas Mercedes-Benz Get Together is coming soon! Caravans leaving from Austin, the DFW Metroplex, and Houston will once again converge upon the midway point between Houston and Dallas on I-45 known as Centerville on Saturday, July 26, 2008 for a day filled with automotive fun! I want this to be the biggest gathering we've had to date. The first time in 2006, we had about 40 cars, the second time in 2007, about 30 cars showed up. This time, I want to see as many cars and people as we can, lets see how many we can get and show them how we do meets down here in Texas, . It doesn't matter what kind of Mercedes-Benz you have, old, new, pristine, ragged, diesel, gas, Sprinter or whatever, we want YOU to attend so that we can have a diverse cross-section of cars and enthusiasts to enjoy the day. Got family members, friends, or neighbors who drive Mercedes-Benzes? Tell them to come on out! Caravans departing from each city will depart at a time that gives them a 12:00 Noon arrival time in Centerville. We will have a BBQ lunch in a room reserved just for us at the world famous Woody's Smokehouse on the NORTHBOUND side of I-45. After everyone has eaten, we'll head 4 miles south of town on old Highway 75 to Fort Boggy State Park for the Show and Shine! There is an admission to the state park, $2 for those age 13 and older. We will hand out awards based on People's Choice for best Vintage Model (Pre 1980), Best 1980s Model, Best 1990s Model, and best 2000-present Model. Bring the camera, PLENTY of water and maybe some sunscreen to the park because it WILL be hot, and have some fun with fellow "BenzNuts". Departure Points: Austin Dell Diamond (Round Rock) 3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd (US 79) Round Rock, TX 78665 Meet at 9:15am, depart at 9:45am Map:http://www.mapquest.com/maps/3400+E+...TX+78665-3906/ Dallas/Ft. Worth (Dallas and Ft. Worth will consolidate into one departure point this year) Parking Lot in front of Carl's Jr. @ Love's Truck Stop 2500 S I-45 Hutchins, TX 75141-4256 Meet at 9:45am, depart at 10:15am Map:http://www.mapquest.com/maps/2500+S+...:::::f:EN:M:/e Houston Cracker Barrel Parking Lot 14765 North Freeway Houston, TX 77090 Meet at 9:45am, depart at 10:15am http://www.mapquest.com/maps/Houston+TX+77090-6503/
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05-17-2008	#3 (permalink)
SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,012 Country: Thanks: 217 Thanked 49 Times in 27 Posts	I went last year with my wife. It was fun. Lots of catagories and good people. It should be a fun time if you show up. Many older Mercedes that look like they just rolled off the show room floor and lots of daily drivers. Hot as Heck too!!! but that is Texas in the summer. SLKman Last edited by SLKman; 07-15-2008 at 05:48 AM.

05-18-2008	#4 (permalink)
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07-09-2008	#5 (permalink)
SLKCop Click it or ticket! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burleson, Texas Vehicle: Black/Black 2002 SLK-230 Kompressor [6MT] Other Toys: 2007 Toyota Tundra Posts: 302 Country: Thanks: 63 Thanked 74 Times in 43 Posts	Just got my time-off slip returned by supervisor saying I cannot take that day off. Was looking forward to it. Take some pics and let me know how it goes! __________________ Mike 2002 Black SLK-230 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

07-25-2008	#13 (permalink)
SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,012 Country: Thanks: 217 Thanked 49 Times in 27 Posts	Dude, U gotta go! I wanna meet you and see that car! In years past it seemed to last almost till dark. I am sure it will still be going on. You may get to be a late entry into the judging??? and end up winning "BEST OF SHOW"! Hope you can make it. We will be there! Anyone else from here going? SLKman __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. 2000 SLK230 copper Designo Sport To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. So many come here FOR help but are not willing TO help? C'mon people...Help the site survive...Become a Supporting Member or just Donate $5, $10 or whatever you can! Your SLK will go faster, get better gas mileage, never get dusty or dirty.... Well,... maybe not, but you WILL feel good you helped the site! To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

05-17-2008	#2 (permalink)
SLKCop Click it or ticket! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burleson, Texas Vehicle: Black/Black 2002 SLK-230 Kompressor [6MT] Other Toys: 2007 Toyota Tundra Posts: 302 Country: Thanks: 63 Thanked 74 Times in 43 Posts	Sounds fun.. I'll see if I can get off work that day and attend! Thanks. Mike

07-15-2008	#6 (permalink)
cousjcc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: '09 SLK 350, Capri Blue/Black interior, Premium, Heating, AMG hood fins, window tint (a must in TX) Other Toys: Sold my motorcycle /cry Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 17 Posts	Looks like I will be trying to make it to Centerville for this one in lieu of the Oasis meet I was trying to arrange, although I may be a little late as that's a long drive from SA. Mike play hooky!

07-15-2008	#7 (permalink)
SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,012 Country: Thanks: 217 Thanked 49 Times in 27 Posts	Wife and I are looking to make the drive to Atlanta this year! SLKman

07-15-2008	#8 (permalink)
cousjcc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: '09 SLK 350, Capri Blue/Black interior, Premium, Heating, AMG hood fins, window tint (a must in TX) Other Toys: Sold my motorcycle /cry Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 17 Posts	Well if you wind up not making the trip to Atlanta, hope to see you in centerville. Otherwise enjoy the trip!

07-15-2008	#10 (permalink)
SLKman Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Houston Texas Vehicle: 2000 Copper Designo Sport Posts: 1,012 Country: Thanks: 217 Thanked 49 Times in 27 Posts	Yea, until your supervisor and you show up at the same place when you are suppose to be home sick. You never know...he may own an SLK too! SLKman

07-25-2008	#12 (permalink)
cousjcc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: '09 SLK 350, Capri Blue/Black interior, Premium, Heating, AMG hood fins, window tint (a must in TX) Other Toys: Sold my motorcycle /cry Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 17 Posts	I had an unexpected thing come up with my fiancee so I have to go to dallas tonight. I'm hoping to drive over to centerpointe tomorrow but it won't be until after the caravan has already left dallas. Hopefully it'll last long enough in centerpoint that I'll be able to make it out!

07-25-2008	#14 (permalink)
cousjcc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: '09 SLK 350, Capri Blue/Black interior, Premium, Heating, AMG hood fins, window tint (a must in TX) Other Toys: Sold my motorcycle /cry Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 17 Posts	Working on trying to rearrange plans now, wish me luck!

07-25-2008	#15 (permalink)
cousjcc Senior SLK World Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Vehicle: '09 SLK 350, Capri Blue/Black interior, Premium, Heating, AMG hood fins, window tint (a must in TX) Other Toys: Sold my motorcycle /cry Posts: 150 Country: Thanks: 8 Thanked 36 Times in 17 Posts	I will be there! Spending the night in austin tonight will leave tomorrow morning with the austin caravan!

4 Weeks Ago	#16 (permalink)
SLKCop Click it or ticket! Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Burleson, Texas Vehicle: Black/Black 2002 SLK-230 Kompressor [6MT] Other Toys: 2007 Toyota Tundra Posts: 302 Country: Thanks: 63 Thanked 74 Times in 43 Posts	Man, I wish I could go. I had previously put in to take a vacation day tomorrow, but was denied due to staffing issues. SO, I'll be patrolling tomorrow while you all are out having tons o' fun. Enjoy, be safe and post pics! __________________ Mike 2002 Black SLK-230 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

4 Weeks Ago	#18 (permalink)
Tslick Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Long Beach, Ca Vehicle: SLK32 AMG Posts: 1,283 Country: Thanks: 53 Thanked 43 Times in 19 Posts	Y'all have fun. and please post some photos

4 Weeks Ago	#19 (permalink)
F111F Elite SLK World Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Plano, TX Vehicle: SLK55 Black Mocha Designo Posts: 276 Country: Thanks: 25 Thanked 10 Times in 5 Posts	Sorry, I am on the East Coast on business. Let us know how it turned out. Understand we are breaking 100+ degrees again today in Texas

4 Weeks Ago	#20 (permalink)
H-townbenzoboy SLK World Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston, TX Vehicle: non SLK... 82 300D Posts: 2 Country: Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 1 Post	Hey guys, I'm Joe aka "H-town", the one who planned this event. I was glad to see Brent "SLKman" and "cousjcc" bring their fine rides out for all to see. Some photos have been posted at the following links for everyone to check out: http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforu...15#post1922315 http://www.w108.org/gallery/view_alb...ville08&page=1 http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforu...d.php?t=222212 Brent, I know you and your wife took some pics, let me know when you're going to upload them so I can post a link to them at other forums.