Andrew Smith Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Well, after my stroke last June I've finally started driving again, so went out several times last week in the Eurobox as it's got plenty of safety features (just in case!) and it was all a bit weird at first after just over a year of not driving. Still haven't got my licence back from the DVLA yet, but they said I could drive on a Section 88 with my GP's approval while my application is being processed - the DVLA are currently up to 12 weeks behind. I took the TR6 out yesterday for a 50 mile 'getting to know you again' drive and it was great to be back behind the wheel; the last time I drove VUX was when we came back from out Euro tour last June. TuRK, my TR3A, is currently having some long overdue paintwork done and should be finished some time this week. It will be a little while longer before I start riding motorbikes again as I promised Bev I wouldn't jump straight back on a bike, all being well I'll be back behind bars soon and hope that my riding days are not behind me, time will tell......... Cheers, Andrew Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeanF Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Congratulations Andrew. Great news. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Morrison Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Marvelous News Andrew. So very pleased for you. John. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RogerH Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Excellent news. Roger Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Well done Andrew nice to be back driving Im sure .........................................................."Makes note to avoid Surrey for a while" Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BRENDA1 Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 That’s fantastic news, enjoy you car’s again. Mike Redrose Group Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel Triumph Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Great news Andrew, well done. Nigel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brian -r Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Fantastic news Andrew, take your time and enjoy the drives Brian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hamish Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Great news Andrew. as an aside I stopped motorcycling about 4 years ago. I just used my BMW less and less in favour of the TR. that’s after having bikes since I was 13 and latterly European tours on 1150 gs adventure and others inc ducatI 748s. so enjoy the TR’s and don’t worry about the bikes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cvtrian Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Excellent news Andrew, - a crumb of comfort - at least you haven't missed a lot of TR driving/events/activity so far this year. Stay safe Ian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Misfit Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 I am very pleased for you Andrew, having to get over an illness is bad enough, but not being able to enjoy the things that please can be depressing although something to aim for. So good news you have achieved that. Now all you have to do is find the right Insurance company and all will be well, (sorry about that) take no notice we’ve been there before. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Great news Andrew. Bob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iain Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Brilliant news Andrew, enjoy! Iain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kevo_6 Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Great News Andrew, enjoy your vehicle’s. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwifrog Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 (edited) Well done Andrew, blow the cobwebs off of VUX (got my cars confused ) Edited July 13, 2020 by Kiwifrog Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Waldi Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Wow Andrew, congratulations on your victory. From personal experience I know recovery (sort off) can take several years So it may only get better. Enjoy your regained freedom, and take it easy. All the best, Waldi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mick Forey Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Welcome back to the land of driving, congratulations. Mick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pogo Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Glad the drive in VUX went well Andrew. Take care. Roger and Julie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Robin Powell Posted July 13, 2020 Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 Excellent news Andrew, enjoy. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew Smith Posted July 13, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2020 (edited) Thanks folks, appreciate your comments. More good news, got a call from the paintshop and my 3A is now ready to be collected so will look forward to driving TuRK tomorrow, happy days at last. Edit: Stuart's right, maybe give Surrey a wide berth for a week or so............ Cheers, Andrew Edited July 13, 2020 by Andrew Smith Quote Link to post Share on other sites
foster461 Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 Very happy for you Andrew. Looking forward to seeing you in TRK 639 soon. Stan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
openroad Posted July 14, 2020 Report Share Posted July 14, 2020 Excellent news George , they says its not the size of dog in the fight, but ............. All the best, Conrad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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