Prawny Baby Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 Right guys, its time to get things sorted.As you all know, Oliver Lewis, a dear friend to many of us, was involved in a tragic accident on the A308 on Sunday morning, in which he was killed.As you all know, Oli was nearing the end of building a Mini, a project which has taken him some 3 years so far, and taken up all his spare time and money. Oli went way beyond what most people would be content with, and insisted that EVERY single aspect of his mini would be perfect. We would go to his workshop at weekends to work on the mini, and when I was ready for bed, Oli would insist we move into the workshop, and carry on working. We were often in the workshop until 2-3am, WAY past my bed time. Oli loved every second of it, you could see from his face, every bit of progess on the mini just made his eye light up, he truly lived for that mini. Finishing it was his all consuming passion, and it was going to be one of the most incredible cars ever built.Tragicly, after 3 years of hard work, and more money than I care to think of, Oli has been taken from us, just months before the projected completion of his Mini. We had aimed to have it finished and road worthy in time for the Riviera Run, in May 2008.Oli would often come round to my house, just as I was going to bed, and stay for hours, just chatting about his plans for the mini, it was such a personal thing to him, parts of it I liked, parts of it I didnt, but it all worked together to create Olis dream, which I intend to honour, in every last detailHaving spoken to Olis parents, we have agreed that I am going to take charge of the project, and ensure that his mini is finished exactly as Oli planned it.Oli had already purchased almost all the parts, he just needs a few more small things to finish the car off, and a considerable amount of metal work by Matt Tupman, and finally, the painting of the car. I estimate we will need around £3000Today, I went to the bank, and setup a new account in my name, specially for the mini fund. The account remains in my name because it was easiest to setup. Setting up an account totally seperate from my own would have involed letters, groups of people, and considerable time.I have setup a savings account, complete with a solo card so we can mail order components should we need to. Once i recieve the solo card I will link the account to my paypal account, so funds can be transfered direct into the mini account.Many people said in previous threads that they would be willing to donate some money to the finishing of Olis mini, so now is your chance guys! If just half the people who have replied to the threads gave £5, we could raise £2000.So, to all those who feel touched by Olis work, all those who have taken ideas from his creative side, to all those who knew him, and all those who feel that finishing Olis mini is a worthwhile cause (I can think of no greater tribute to the life of a truly special person). Please help us in any way you can, to finish off Olis mini, and do him justice. It doesnt matter how much you can donate, give what you feel is right. Every pound helps, it really does, and if Oli has left even 10% of the lasting impression on you guys, as he has on me, I know you will help. I want to do right by my friend.For those people wishing to make donations via paypal, please send funds to prawn16@hotmail.com, I will link the new account to my paypal ASAP and transfer the funds direct.For those with internet banking, who wish to transfer funds directly into the MINI account, the details are as follows:Sort code: 56 00 64Account number: 36799440The account is under my name, so for all those wishing to donate by cheque, please make cheques payable to myself; Nick Vaughan, and send them to;58, Empshott RoadSouthseaHampshirePO4 8BYI will also arrange for a MINI FUND collection to be held at Olis funeral, so for all those able to attend, please see me next Friday.All those wishing to show their support physically helping me in the building of this amazing car, I look forward to working with you.Once again, thank you to everyone for all the incredible support you have shown. I look forward to working with many of you during the final stages of building Olis mini.Thanks guys, i cant imagine getting through this without you all.RegardsNick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaRtZ Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 Ill donate, just after I get paid/student loaned Nothing better than seeing a project be finished, especially in memory of Oli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigjames Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 i'll be there mate. money and tools in hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant Hundley Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 giving some money by paypal now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greetings Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 (edited) Dunno how to make this noticed, so maybe put it up somewhere in your post Prawn, but I'm happy to give away 2 pairs of Echo brake pads for 10 pounds each. If anybody wants them, please pay the money into Prawns account, let me know your address and I'll post them off.edit: pads are new of course Edited December 14, 2007 by Inur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Quigley Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 I'm hoping to be at the funeral so will give you some money then Nick.I know I'm not a mechanic and know very little about cars, however I have no objections being a day labourer just helping on small things, you have my number if you ever need any help with the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 As soon as I get some money again then i'd definatly donate whatever I can.I read all of his posts about his project, and couldn't wait until it was finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark W Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 I'm amazed at how well you're doing all this, Nick. I never doubted you before or anything like that, but at the DJ rides you were always "fun Nick", just taking the piss and stuff, but it's awesome seeing this other side of you that shows how dedicated and resilient you can be. It's just a pity that it's had to come out 'cos of this horrible set of circumstances.I have £2.50 in the entire world at the moment, but thanks to the SLC I'll be flush again as of the 7th Jan so I'll throw some money into the account then.Good luck with all of it anyway dude, I really hope it all works out as Oli would've wanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 Whats a fiver?2 pints down the pub?FHM magazine20 pack of fags.....or a step towards someones dreamI'll have the money into the post to you hopefully monday man People should do garage clearouts donating the money to the fund like just shitty old stuff people have lying arround there garages... sure most people would be abnormally generous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fixed Pants™ Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 Whats a fiver?2 pints down the pub?FHM magazine20 pack of fags.....or a step towards someones dreamWord.I'll be winging it on his way christmas eve (maybe christmas day?) Depends on when i get paid, might be the 21st actually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Cox Posted December 14, 2007 Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 payday (28th) you will have some dollar in your account bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prawny Baby Posted December 14, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2007 I'm amazed at how well you're doing all this, Nick. I never doubted you before or anything like that, but at the DJ rides you were always "fun Nick", just taking the piss and stuff, but it's awesome seeing this other side of you that shows how dedicated and resilient you can be. It's just a pity that it's had to come out 'cos of this horrible set of circumstances.I have £2.50 in the entire world at the moment, but thanks to the SLC I'll be flush again as of the 7th Jan so I'll throw some money into the account then.Thanks mark, I can be pretty serious when the occasion calls for it, I just like to take life one day at a time, When Olis mum told me the tragic news, I knew I had to do what Oli wanted, and finish off the project for him. I have been seriously involved with Oli and the mini since work first got properly underway 18 months ago, and nothing would be a more fitting tribute than to do this for him.Thanks for all the offers of donations guys, Its not important when you do it, but if you guys are able to donate just something, then we can make a real difference to the project, and make Oli proud.Thanks as always guys.Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Right now I'm on average earning £15 a week, which has to go on stuff for Christmas. Once Christmas is out of the way you will get some cash off me!In fact, ban me if I don't!Good luck with it mate, it's a real good cause Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam F Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Oh my, wish i could be there to help. Got any address i could send the money too as i got no paypal account. Would love to help and think to myself when i see a picture of the car done 'I helped towards that' Add me to msn : Sam_4_Chelseafc@Hotmail.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Concussion Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Sorted and goodluck with the project! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew_Gibson Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Didn't know they guy, But I'm going to give money to fund his dream. Brings a tear to my eye... This forum is so lovin! Its great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tank_rider Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 There should be some money from me in your paypal account Any chance you can do some sort of running total in the first post of this thread so we can keep a track of how the fund is doing?Cheers mate, and good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nc7r Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 There should be some money from me in your paypal account Any chance you can do some sort of running total in the first post of this thread so we can keep a track of how the fund is doing?Cheers mate, and good luck!I'll try get a couple of hours and make some quick website and database for Nick to keep track online for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Oh my, wish i could be there to help. Got any address i could send the money too as i got no paypal account. Would love to help and think to myself when i see a picture of the car done 'I helped towards that' Add me to msn : Sam_4_Chelseafc@Hotmail.co.ukJust go into a bank and pay it in to the account. As easy as posting it, and it won't get stolen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moose-iow Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 if i can get some together by friday i will give you some money then mate if not you will deffinatly get some on the 28th of december. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pashley26 Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 I have no money but.....I have lots of mini related spares at work too, And i've built a fair few so i'll always be able to help !What a great way to pay tribute ! I'm sure this is what he would have wanted us to do !Jarrod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Booth Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 After christmas I'll donate Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamAllen Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 As soon as Christmas and new years is over ill be putting some in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broomer Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Ill be donating after my christmas shopping is done this weekend, my driving test is on the 9th of jan, so hopefully ill be able to come down any time after that if you need help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyseemonkeydo Posted December 15, 2007 Report Share Posted December 15, 2007 Got any address i could send the money too as i got no paypal account.so for all those wishing to donate by cheque, please make cheques payable to myself; Nick Vaughan, and send them to;58, Empshott RoadSouthseaHampshirePO4 8BYMoney on it's way, Nick. Also, can I ask whether Paypal are stealing their usual 2.5%+20p or whatever it is from all donations?... If so it would probably make sense for people to send money by cheque or direct bank transfer if possible. Just a thought.Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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