Request for a Red RX-8 for Practical Classics Cover Shoot - 27th July Near Peterborough!

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 1:53 pm

Hi Guys,

The editor of Practical Classics Magazine is in need of a willing volunteer who owns a cosmetically stock RX-8 in red - said any red is fine, so can be either VR or Copper Red (or a custom red I presume).

Shoot is at Peterborough Show Ground on the 27th of July and fuel expenses of up to £50 will be covered. We've been advised it's in the afternoon, but no confirmation of times as yet. In return you would get your car on the cover of Practical Classics and also get some sexy pro photos for your social media gubbins

Drop your name below and I'll work it on a first-come-first-served basis

Cheers Guys!

Post by **Cscameron** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:14 pm

This is walking distance from me and my car is the exact opposite of what they want

Whoever does go I would recommended the Cuckoo for a bit of lunch

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:17 pm

When I saw your name pop up I wondered how you were going to convince me that yours was 'stock'

Post by **Cscameron** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:18 pm

It was a stock VR - in February

Post by **Ollie** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:32 pm

"was"

Post by **HarSc** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:39 pm

Yorindesarin wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:32 pm
"was"

Still is..... If you squint really hard and already have limited vision

could never tell the difference, eh? Nobody would notice the change on the front of a magazine would they?

Honestly, I love that idea

even if it's to buy a couple copies just because it's on the cover.... Mint!

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:41 pm

To entice people in, I've participated in a couple and they were great fun. Firstly, seeing your car in a mag is fun, but secondly you get some LOVELY pictures

Post by **Ollie** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:43 pm

If there was more time to plan everything etc and my car didn't look an absolute state I would be willing.

But too short notice etc.

Post by **HarSc** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:43 pm

Ohhhh yes. When are they looking for a "perfect condition" white R3 with a whackjob for an owner? Ha!

Post by **Cscameron** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:46 pm

I’m fairly sure you misheard the request Dan - they definitely said they wanted a lairy green one

GreySilver Beast · Post by **GreySilver Beast** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:47 pm

Dan you sure they wouldn't mind having the third highest mileage GT86 in the UK instead

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:47 pm

If they were after lairy I'd already be on my way to Peterborough myself

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:48 pm

I did Nigel, and the response was "Why would you pick one of those over a rotary...?"

Post by **Cscameron** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:50 pm

Maybe I’ll have to do a bit of photo bombing then

Elmotheewokking · Post by **Elmotheewokking** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:51 pm

Suddenly regrets modifying his car...

Post by **Cscameron** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:52 pm

Elmotheewokking wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:51 pm
Suddenly regrets modifying his car...

No!!! Never regret a mod (unless it’s a diy paint job, then regret away

)

Juey · Post by **Juey** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 3:02 pm

A good test this.

Are there ANY early VR cars that are still stock ??

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 3:03 pm

I know of a couple who aren't yet members of the club, and I know of a couple that are, but wanted to put it up here to be fair. Given the time constraints if I haven't heard from an eligible participant by Wednesday then I'll reach out to people I know aren't a million miles away and fit the bill.

GreySilver Beast · Post by **GreySilver Beast** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 3:13 pm

Both tankie and REF have original VR's

Nickp47 · Post by **Nickp47** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:34 pm

I have a very nice R3 in red currently if he finds he’s struggling Dan.

Post by **DrewR3** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:09 pm

HarSc wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:43 pm
Ohhhh yes. When are they looking for a "perfect condition" white R3 with a whackjob for an owner? Ha!

Be sure to pass my details on then

Post by **HarSc** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:17 pm

DrewR3 wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 9:09 pm

HarSc wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 2:43 pm
Ohhhh yes. When are they looking for a "perfect condition" white R3 with a whackjob for an owner? Ha!

Be sure to pass my details on then

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Post by **warpc0il** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 10:43 pm

Dr. FrankenRex wrote: ↑
Mon Jul 19, 2021 1:53 pm
Shoot is at Peterborough Show Ground on the 27th of July and fuel expenses of up to £50 will be covered.

so limited to someone within 10 miles then...

ChrisHolmes · Post by **ChrisHolmes** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:17 pm

There must someone out there with a VR RX8 maybe you should call Ben at RR as he probably knows of the whereabouts of a standard one.

Post by **Dr. FrankenRex** » Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:21 pm

They didn't specify it had to be an S1, so we'll use Nick's if nobody else comes forward

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