Tribute to the late Fadhil, ItaliaAuto Member

On December 19th, 2010, a few members of ItaliaAuto did a reverse Kuala Kelawang drive as a tribute to the late Fadhil (blueice), an ItaliaAuto member who passed away recently in October due to medical reasons. Also, a check from the contributions donated by the members of ItaliaAuto were given to Fadhil's wife.

Below is a write up by the club president, Samuel Lee (UlysseNuovo):

Such a beautiful Sunday morning for a run and what more a tribute run for Fadhil. Thank you to all you members that had contributed to the collection that we past to Fadhil's wife today.

Meeting point was at Shell Cheras Batu 9. There was a FRU water cannon truck refuelling at the station and IG and Dixon were scrutinising the vehicle, looking for it's weakness. Hmmm...I wonder what they are planning. Soon after, all was accounted for and we drove down the LEKAS highway as the name suggested.

We stopped near the Ampangan LEKAS exit to regroup. After some chit chat, we had a slight delay.

Anyway, we had to continue with the drive...traffic was light and soon we were cutting through the mountains like a hot knife through a block of butter. Before we knew it, we were signalling right to turn into The Cafe@Lui. It's been a long drive and we were hungry, you should see how much dksh1892 ate.

Mrs. Fadhil and Mrs. Max arrived a bit later to join in for lunch. We presented the collection to her and she was moved and tears started to stream down. You guys should be there, to feel the love that they had for each other as she walk us through the time they had with each other, the love Fadhil's had for his young daughter until his last breath. 
 
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Fadhil, we all here at ItaliaAuto will miss you...

IA Mini Mille Miglia 2010 : Destination - Hatyai

ItaliaAuto makes this year's grand trip more exciting with a Mini Mille Miglia to Hatyai, Thailand from 8th-10th October 2010. This is the first time a grand trip is made outside of Malaysia for ItaliaAuto seeing almost 30 Alfa Romeo, Fiats and even a Maserati hitting the streets to Thailand.

ItaliaAuto was represented by members from Klang Valley, Singapore, Johor, Ipoh and Penang!

The morning started early with breakfast and preparation at Sime Darby Auto Connexion in Petaling Jaya. Even those not able to make the trip did drop by for a visit and to cheer the team on. After sponsor stickers were stuck, the team flagged off heading North. A few stops were made to refresh and lunch at Gurun, KFC. After preparations for immigration at Naluri Aman, the team headed to the borders.

Finally making its way to the destination, Novotol Centara Hatyai. A beautiful hotel with a special dinner and lucky draw at their ballroom.

The second day saw a huge group of members and families (21 pax) took 2 big rented vans to see the mermaid, Songkhla Aquarium, floating market, crossing the river by ferry etc. Certainly a great way to see Hatyai Songklha area. 

Exciting as it is, the 3rd day saw the team returning back to KL with a total of more than 1000km made.

Special thanks to the generous sponsors of Advanti (YHI), Quicksave, EMech, LiquiMoly, M-Audio (Thrace), Alfabob, Studmuffin, Ballerina, and all that supported. Their contribution has certainly made this a fantastic event and road trip.

More pictures and videos can be found here.

For future ItaliaAuto events, stay tuned and visit us at www.ItaliaAuto.net

Alfa Romeo Centennial Celebration Drive 2010

ItaliaAuto Club together with a few other local Alfa Romeo clubs came together and organized the Alfa Romeo Centennial Celebration Drive 2010 for Malaysian and Singapore. Alfa Romeo, a marque well loved for its performance and character sure bring lots of emotions in it owners and on-lookers. This year, Alfa Romeo celebrated their 100 years - from 1910. A historical event which ItaliaAuto Club certainly have to put together.

The event brought together lots of enthusiasts and owners from Malaysia and Singapore. The drive started from Sime Darby Auto Connexion in Jalan Ipoh to Genting via Ulu Yam old road. After the photoshoot, the group drove to Awana Genting for lunch buffet. It was a memorable drive and certainly a great way to celebrate Alfa Romeo's 100 years birthday.

A picture by Zambug.

Catch more at : http://www.italiaauto.net/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=20388

Write-up by Zerotohundred : http://www.zerotohundred.com/newforums/features/342417-malaysian-fans-celebrate-100-years-of-alfa-romeo.html

Write-up by Traffic Magazine Online : http://www.trafficmagonline.com/italiaauto-celebrates-alfa-romeo%E2%80%99s-centenary

Write-up by WeMotor.com : http://www.wemotor.com/blog/2010/07/1910-%E2%80%93-2010-alfa-romeo-%E2%80%9Ccentenary-celebration-drive%E2%80%9D/

A video by Gilaman


Here is an article on New Straits Times - Cars, Bikes, Trucks section on 11 July 2010

More videos here:

Alfa 156 2.0TS vs BMW 328i

ItaliaAuto's Stevo was featured holding the ItaliaAuto flag high recently in Ignition.my video. Check it all out here at http://ignition.my/2010/03/12/video-review-alfa-156-vs-bmw-e36-328i