Newland – Oregon Mini Society

45th Annual Mini Meet West 2018 in The Columbia River Gorge

Newland — Sat, 27 Oct 2018 20:47:31 +0000

Join Oregon Mini Society as we host Mini Meet West 2018 in The Columbia River Gorge. Mini Meet West is the largest and longest-running annual gathering of fans of the classic Mini in North America. All classic Minis and enthusiast are encouraged to attend (including variants such as Mini-based Wolseley, Rileys, Innocenti, ADO16 and variants derived from the classic Mini ) and the modern BMW MINI that is currently in production. A group of West Coast clubs held the first U.S. Mini Meet in Reno, Nevada back in 1973. There were 43 paid registrations at the first meet. Eventually, the Meet became known as the 1st Mini Meet West after the startup of the Mini Meet East events in 1975.

SCCA – 2016 Friday Night Rallys

Newland — Mon, 29 Feb 2016 03:50:00 +0000

SCCA – 2016 Friday Night Rallys

Starting – Fri, March 4, 6pm – 9pm
13631 SE Johnson Rd, Portland, OR 97222

Cascade Sports Car Club TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) road rally events are open to the general public in a variety of competition classes from Novice to Expert. Special emphasis is placed on giving Novice entrants an opportunity to get comfortable with rallying by providing a more simple set of instructions. After a few events, most are ready to try the more advanced instructions.

All Friday Nighter events start at Milwaukie Lowe’s parking lot, 13631 SE Johnson Rd in Milwaukie, Oregon (Directly off I-205 Exit 13 on Hwy 224 (West)/Milwaukie. Expressway, near the old K-mart.)

Friday Night Registration opens at 6:00 pm. with First Car Out at 7:01 pm. Cost is $20 per car for members and $25 or non-members. Event driving time is about two to three hours. Rally teams consist of a driver and a navigator. If it’s your first rally, plan on arriving at the
start early. Bring a watch, a clip board, a flashlight and something to write with. Most
importantly -be prepared for an interesting evening in the country.

For more information, contact: [email protected]

FRIDAY NIGHTER DATES
March 4
April 1
May 6
June 10
July 1
August 5
September 9
Mountains to the Sea August 6, 2016

CSCC Road Rally Rules

West Coast Classic Mini Clubs

Newland — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 22:11:49 +0000

These West Coast Mini Clubs are the heart of Mini Meet West – MMW. All of these local Mini Clubs have been involved one way or another with producing MMW going back to the first Mini Meet back in 1973. We encourage you to check out the individual websites and Facebook page of each club and say hello.

Arizona Mini Owners Website
Mini Owners of America – Los Angeles AKA: MOALA Website Facebook
Mini Owners of America – San Francisco AKA: MOASF Website Facebook
Seattle Area Minis Owners AKA; SAMOA Website Facebook
Shasta Minis Facebook
Vancouver Mini Club Website Facebook
Victoria Minis Car Club Website Facebook

43th Annual Mini Meet West

Newland — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 21:53:08 +0000

Mini Meet West 2016 – San Diego, California

Mini Meet West is an annual gathering of fans of the classic Mini manufactured from 1959 to 2000 (including variants such as Mini-based Wolseley / Rileys, Innocenti / AUTHI, etc.) and the modern BMW MINI that is currently in production. A group of West Coast clubs held the first U.S. Mini Meet in Reno, Nevada back in 1973. There were 43 paid registrations at the first meet. Eventually, the Meet became known as the 1st Mini Meet West after the start up of the Mini Meet East events in 1975.

Mini Meet West 2016 is hosted by the Mini Owners of America Los Angeles, MOALA. and their venue is Crowne Plaza San Diego located close to Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá, the first Franciscan mission in the Las Californias Province of the Vice royalty of New Spain. The dates are June 6th-9th, 2016. Many participants will want to come early and / or stay an extra day or more to enjoy the many recreational opportunities available in the area. Meet events include a car show (“Shine & Show”), autocross, funkhana, tour / rallye and an awards banquet.

For more info about this event visit www.minimeetwest2016.com or their Facebook page.

Members of Oregon Mini Society will be planning a caravan southbound via the Pacific Coast Highway and will be meeting up with member of Shasta Minis and Mini Owners of America – San Francisco along the way. We encourage any members of any club to join this group of Minis on route south.
Below is the caravan itinerary with hotel information. Make your reservations soon.

Thursday JUNE 2- Portland to Gold Beach
I-5, OR-38, US101

6 hrs, 302 miles

Gold Beach Resort – Gold Beach $109

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Friday JUNE 3- Gold Beach to Garberville

US101

4 hrs, 204 miles

Best Western – Garberville $160

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Saturday JUNE 4- Garberville to Santa Cruz

US101 from Garberville to Goldengate then US 1 to Santa Cruz

5 hrs 48 minutes 277 miles

Holiday Inn Express – Santa Cruz $200

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Sunday JUNE 5- Santa Cruz to Santa Barbara

CA-1, US101

5 hrs 45 minutes, 270 miles

Best Western Beachside Inn – Santa Barbara $168

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JUNE 6-9- Santa Barbara to MWM Hotel San Diego

US101, CA-1, I-5

6 hours 18 minutes, 226 Miles

Crowne Plaza San Diego $109 Per Night

2016 Monthly Club Meeting Information

Newland — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 23:31:18 +0000

The Oregon Mini Society Monthly Club Meetings are held every Second Sunday at 7PM.

The January, March, April and June Monthly Club Meeting will be held at the The Old Spaghetti Factory at the Clackamas Promenade this restaurant is located at 12725 Southeast 93rd Avenue, Clackamas, Oregon. This family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.
Good pasta, Good people, Good beer & Good cars. Eat, meet, drink and ogle!! Pop on by and see what all the fuss is about.

For the most accurate information about the club meeting visit the club calendar.

December Monthly Club & Holiday Party Meeting Information

Newland — Tue, 01 Dec 2015 23:17:39 +0000

The December Monthly Club Meeting will be held at the The Hull’s Home in Happy Valley on Sat, December 5th from 6pm – 8pm

Join us in celebrating Friendships and Holiday Cheer! Our evening starts with a lovely feast (that continues throughout the evening). While the club furnishes the main dish, please bring appetizers, side dishes or desserts, to fill out the holiday table. (If you have questions, please check with our hosts; email contact is listed below). BYOB, please, and maybe something for the hosts.

Next up is our annual GIFT EXCHANGE. If you plan to participate, please bring a holiday-wrapped present (not to exceed $35 in value). Note: each adult is welcome to bring a gift and participate. Your gift will be marked with a ticket and you will receive a ticket in exchange to be used for the drawing and distribution of gifts. There will also be some additional presents, furnished by the club.

Finally, please bring a donation for the Oregon Food Bank. (Your donation may be food or simply a check made payable to the Oregon Food Bank.) OMS will back club-member donations with a cash donation.

For the most accurate information about the club meeting visit the club calendar.

Photos from the 5th Annual BBQ at JET Motors

Newland — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 21:31:59 +0000

The Annual BBQ/Potluck at Jeremy Thorpe’s JET Motors was a success on Sunday October 11th. The club provided the main dish and very thing else was up to the guests. Side dishes, salads, desserts, were all fabulous. Check out the photos at this link

November Monthly Club Meeting Information

Newland — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 21:26:22 +0000

The Oregon Mini Society Monthly Club Meetings are held every Second Sunday at 7PM.

The November Monthly Club Meeting will be held at the The Old Spaghetti Factory at the Clackamas Promenade this restaurant is located at 12725 Southeast 93rd Avenue, Clackamas, Oregon. This family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.
Good pasta, Good people, Good beer & Good cars. Eat, meet, drink and ogle!! Pop on by and see what all the fuss is about.

For the most accurate information about the club meeting visit the club calendar.

October 2015 OMS Meeting & BBQ

Newland — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 23:34:37 +0000

OMS Monthly Meeting and 5th Annual BBQ at JET Motors
When: Sun, October 11th, 12pm – 3pm
Where: 9766 Southeast City View Drive, Happy Valley, OR 97086

Mark your calendars!

Fill up your tank!

Bring your appetite!

It’s a BBQ/potluck at Jeremy Thorpe’s JET Motors for our October meeting, Sunday October 11th, at Noon. Club provides the main dish meat, as well as water to drink. Everything else is up to the guests. Side dishes, salads, desserts, and BYOB if you want something other than water.

PLEASE RSVP so Jeremy will know how much to provide.

2015 All British Field Meet

Newland — Sat, 25 Jul 2015 01:48:14 +0000

Saluting Austin-Healey – Labor Day Weekend 2015 – September 4th, 5th & 6th 2015

For those of you who have not registered for the 39th Annual All British Field Meet there is still time to do so. Bring us your British cars and motorcycles! Join OVER 800 other British vehicle owners and share your interests with other enthusiasts. Replica cars made in England with British components (e.g. Panther) and specialty cars with British chassis and running gear (e.g. Arkley) are welcome, as are British bodied cars with American engines, including conversions.

Cost: 1st car or bike is $40 – additional vehicles are $10 each. Includes One 10’x20′ Swap Meet/Car For Sale FREE with 1st entry. Otherwise $35 for an additional 10’X20′ space.