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Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Perhaps it's the adrenaline from Lafayette that's provided the inspiration, but last weekend's got me thinking about future meets. For those of you that watch the Velocity channel, you may have heard of Fantonworks ( http://fantomworks.com/).
Fantonworks is a custom automotive restoration (focusing primarily on muscle cars pre 1973) shop in Norfolk, VA. Every Friday at 3PM they hold tours of the facility. I spoke with Melissa, their HR Rep, earlier today and she advised that Dan Short (owner) and the Fantomworks crew would be more than happy to host us. The tour typically lasts about an hour and if we give enough of a heads up, Melissa will ensure the owner/star of the show Dan Short will be available. At this point, I'd like to get a sense of those interested and able to attend. There are plenty of things to do in the Norfolk, VA area so we could easily make a short weekend of it. Tentatively planning for late June or July. Thoughts? Last edited by SVXMAN2001; 05-10-2017 at 05:36 PM. |
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Bump! We have sean and a couple folks from FB which are interested. Any others?!
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Count me in, definitely interested. It would be great to have another meet (or two) in between the 25th Anniversary and next year's Reading meet.
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
I'd be interested in that too. My uncle lives in Norfolk and its been too long since I've seen him anyway so i could make a trip out of it. Keep me in the loop if you plan something.
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Just don't count on the weather cooperating...
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Sounds interesting!
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA (JUNE 23rd)
We are all set for for Friday June 23rd. As of now, I believe we have the following members tentatively interested
1. SVXMAN2001 (obviously) +2 non-svx owners but car enthusiasts nonetheless 2. Haliston 3. SVXit 4. Sean486 The shop tour begins at 3PM and lasts approximately 1 hour depending on the crowd. I'll be making a weekend of it, leaving northern, va at 8AM and have tentatively planned a number of scenic drives, local attractions, breweries and restaurants. I'll provide a detailed itinerary (always subject to change) for those interested by this Sunday. If anyone has any thoughts or suggestions please feel free to chime in. I've never been and am planning based upon internet research. *Full disclosure - there is no guarantee Dan Short will be present. I last spoke with Melissa (his wife) who said she would try her best to have him there, but based upon my follow up conversations she's indicated that there's no guarantee. |
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA (JUNE 23rd)
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA (JUNE 23rd)
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( http://www.greeniesoceanview.com/201...h-norfolk.html ) Should also try and see the Air Museum out in the Pungo section of Virginia Beach. ( http://www.militaryaviationmuseum.org/ ) Nauticus in Norfolk is cool, along with a tour of the USS Wisconsin... ( http://nauticus.org/ ) Virginia Air and Space Museum in Hampton... ( http://www.vasc.org/ ) Yorktown Victory Center Museum... ( http://www.visitingyorktown.com/victory-museum.html ) Pierce's Pit BBQ in Williamsburg... ( http://www.pierces.com/ )
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
So is this occurring the same weekend as the dragon?
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Socal thanks for the recommendations, will be sure to visit some of the sites, especially interested in Greenies.
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Yes, it appears to be, but this is just on Friday. In theory, one could do both meets. Norfolk is probably not too far away, i.e., less than ten hours.
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SvXit "Flossie" - 92 black over pearl LS-L (sold) "Gorgeous George" - 98 Audi A8 (traded) "Gorgeous Genny" - 02 Audi S8 (sold) "Green Giant" - 00 Land Rover Disco II "Grey Wülf" - 05 Volvo S60 R "Silver Surfer" - 92 black over liquid silver LS-L "9 of 7" - 97 bordeaux pearl, formerly with Earl Steele |
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
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http://www.seafareofwilliamsburg.com/
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SvXit "Flossie" - 92 black over pearl LS-L (sold) "Gorgeous George" - 98 Audi A8 (traded) "Gorgeous Genny" - 02 Audi S8 (sold) "Green Giant" - 00 Land Rover Disco II "Grey Wülf" - 05 Volvo S60 R "Silver Surfer" - 92 black over liquid silver LS-L "9 of 7" - 97 bordeaux pearl, formerly with Earl Steele |
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Re: Fantonworks Meet Summer 2017 - Norfolk, VA
Hey guys, what is the status of this? Who is in, and is anyone meeting up before hand? I took off work but have not booked a hotel yet.
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