Working with a few other SOCers putting together the 2014 West Coast 356 Cruise to convene once again in beautiful San Luis Obispo, California. This event is not limited to 356's so bring whatever you enjoy driving and join the shenanigans! Tentative dates June 5th - 8th so watch this space for details on hotel (same as last year) and cruise route/destinations. Hope to see every one there!! 
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I'm there!
Then...in June, I mean...
I'm in.
Larry
I really hope that it works into my scheduling this year. Hope to see/meet you all.
Stephen
GERD I think those must be pics of one of your Miata events
Looking forward to this every year. Last year was a lot of fun with some new members and a great venue! For those who missed it last year, the hotel is rather large and has a large courtyard with a pool in the center. This made for a great gathering place to socialize with other members of the group. Every time I went down to the courtyard, I found at least one table full of our group if not more. And, the bbq offered by the hotel with free booze was definitely a plus!
For those of you who want to get a jump on things, here is the info on the hotel and how to book your rooms...
Call (800)767-9407
Quality Suites
1631 Monterey St in San Luis Obispo
I have 20 rooms reserved under the SOC Group for Fri June 6th through Sun June 8th. We can increase the number if needed, but last year we only used 16 of the 25 I reserved.
The prices have gone up slightly, but we still received a $20 break from the regular rates on the suites. Rates are $169/night for King Beds and $179/night for double beds.
These rates include the complementary happy hour each night with beer and wine. They also have a BBQ each night with many items like burgers and tri tip sandwiches for about $5.
Dinner will be a block away at Pappy MacGregors on Saturday night with details to follow. This year the manager has offered to bring in live music for our enjoyment since we made a good showing at the patio bar/ fire pit each night.
There has been some discussion about possibly adding another day to this event for those who are interested and are able. Reply on this site if you would be interested in adding another day and whether Thursday or Sunday would be better. If there's any interest, I will contact the hotel for additional nights and rooms. I can also work on some events for those who would like to enjoy the extra day as a group. If not, I can provide some ideas for anyone who wishes to go forth and explore on their own!
Reserved my room, I'm staying Sunday night. Scott thanks for the work on setting things up.
Larry
Scott, is it possible to have Gerd handcuffed upon arrival this time?
Reserved a room for the Murtaughs! We'll spend the next few weekends bullet-proofing the Suby. Can't wait!!
Thanks, Scott! Looking forward to seeing you and the rest of the gang in June.
Larry and Tom,,,way to go getting a headstart on your reservations! Definitely looking forward to this year as much as the past ones.
Terry, unfortunately after SLOPD found out that the female officer (Sara) had Public Enemy #1 in her grasp and let him go, they let her go! She has moved on to Truckee PD in NorCal. Hopefully Carol can keep him corralled!
If anyone knows some folks who would fit in well with this group, and have a nice car (not just a Speedster) that they like to cruise, recruit them to join us this year. I'd love to see the group grow from last year!
My brother, Kevin, will be joining us again. He really enjoyed this group and hopes to make it annually.
Unfortunately, a Prius doesn't exactly fit into the "fun car" category. He'll be my right seater...
Teri & I will be in attendance again this year....
bringing the Hot Rod, but I'd like to bring my Bumper car....
Hell, Vince, just buy a red Smart car.
Same difference, don't you think?
Terry,
This one's special...Used at Coney Island...about the same time I used to go there...
(early 50's)
I think who's sitting in it is more special.
Looking forward to seeing you, Teri and your hot rod truck, evil one!
Vince... BUMP this! Lili and I are looking into this year for sure...
Speedster "D" talking SH*T again!
"D".... currently testing cigars for the trip, and scotch of course...
"D".... currently testing cigars for the trip, and scotch of course...
Speedster D - Don't be looking into, be representing! Get your ass to SLO this year!
I will try to get over to the hotel on Friday and Saturday to see you guys. Sorry I missed last year. From what I've seen so far, you are all still very much the same knukcleheads I remember.
With the size of my ASS Jimbo, I do not know if SLO has room for it... Baaaawhhhhh... Working on the wife and hoping to see my SOC brothers soon!
Speedster "D" jonesin for an "up your coast drive!"
Gonna try and bring the Speedster out to play this year. Just ordered some tuneup parts and Carb Sync this week for some tinkering. Beautiful 3 hour drive from San Jose.
Looking forward to hanging out with all you SOC knuckleheads in SLO!!
I hope I have a car by then!
2 hours 29 minutes, door to door. Alexis (my super patient loving wife) wants to know "What is there for us ladies to do while you guys talk speedsters?"
If I have speedster by then, we will try to be there. I need to check the kids schedules.
Looks like fun!
T
TRP, most of the right seaters are not necessarily "car" gals, but they seem to blend quite well together, so no need to worry, she will be entertained, I promise.....
A speedster is not required for this event, I don't currently have one either, bring something that you like to drive...I can pretty much guarantee a good time is had by all who attend. At least that's been the general consensus in the past, and this is our tenth year...
I hope I can make this happen this year...... It was über fun 2 years ago....
OK... what are the dates again... Jimbo your initial post said the 5th to the 8th.. the 5th is Thursday? I am assuming it's the 6th correct? we wanna get our room! I heard some guys might be staying over till Monday morning too.. Is that an option as well?
Speedster "D" having reservations, but still going!
Diane and I will most surely be there. We've had a ball each time we go.
OK, were IN... Lili and I are set up for Friday arrival and Monday departure... I am not gonna sweat getting out of town on Sunday... Like Vince I am hanging out till Monday and just taking an easy cruz back into L.A. Monday mid day... No rush Brutha!
Speedster "D now the waiting starts! DAMN it!
Sweet!! Looking forward to seeing you guys Speedster D! I'll start putting together some ideas for a small group for Sunday!
We're staying Sunday nite as well and cruise home sometime Monday!
We're staying Sunday nite as well and cruise home sometime Monday!
OK. Just so I have it clear. The dates are Friday June 6th, Saturday June 7th and some people are also staying over Sunday June 8th. Correct?
YES TROY
Official dates are Friday the 6th through Sunday the 8th. Included Thurs the 5th because some folks may arrive a day early to settle in.
Ginny & I are staying 'til Monday the 9th!
Will post itinerary for caravan from Malibu on Friday the 6th!
For those of you who want to get a jump on things, here is the info on the hotel and how to book your rooms...
Call (800)767-9407
Quality Suites
1631 Monterey St in San Luis Obispo
I have 20 rooms reserved under the SOC Group for Fri June 6th through Sun June 8th. We can increase the number if needed, but last year we only used 16 of the 25 I reserved.
The prices have gone up slightly, but we still received a $20 break from the regular rates on the suites. Rates are $169/night for King Beds and $179/night for double beds.
These rates include the complementary happy hour each night with beer and wine. They also have a BBQ each night with many items like burgers and tri tip sandwiches for about $5.
Dinner will be a block away at Pappy MacGregors on Saturday night with details to follow. This year the manager has offered to bring in live music for our enjoyment since we made a good showing at the patio bar/ fire pit each night.
Just to bump it up and make it a little easier to find in the thread, here is the hotel information.
Here is something to do on Sunday, if you going to hang around that long.
San Luis Obispo Concours - June 8, 2014
The Porsche Section of the Concours will include a display of historically significant and special Porsche cars - Doug and Judy Brown will bring their 1987 Porsche 959 and have it on display for all to enjoy. An unrestored all original car with 2000 miles, it is a virtual museum piece. Jim Eckford will have his beautiful silver 2005 Porsche Carrera GT on display as well. Both of these cars represent different but defining points in the history of the Porsche automobile. It is expected that the new Porsche Macan will be on display courtesy of Santa Barbara Porsche. Categories for the cars are as follows: On the main judging field there are two classes: Concours judged and non judged Porsches for pre 1975 cars (P1) and Non Judged Post 1975 Porsches (P2). Adjacent to the Main Field is the Porsche Corral. Cars parked in the Corral will be eligible for a San Luis Obispo Concours Committee Award sponsored by SGS Motor Sport in San Luis Obispo. Porsche owners just wanting to attend for a few hours are welcome to park in the Porsche Corral. Benefiting Hospice of San Luis Obispo County, the San Luis Obispo Concours promises to be a day of elegance showcasing some of the most beautiful and exceptional vehicles in California. This year's event will be held at the historic Madonna Inn Meadows. Please register now at sanluisconcours.com .
