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Raised so far: £1,293.00
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My story

 

Paul, Jonathan, Toby, Robert and Zoe are taking part inthe Mongol Rally 2008. A charity driving adventure covering 10,000 miles in 4 weeks from Hyde Park, London to Ulaan Baatar, the capital city of Mongolia. No support crew. No fancy 4x4 jeeps. The rules state that you must drive a wholly unsuitable vehicle, ideally bought from a scrapyard for about 20 quid with a pathetically small engine.

For our trusty steeds we have chosen a pair of Austin Maestros... the car that was the zenith of British automotive technology back in the 1970’s.  No power, no style and no reliability - ideal for traveling a third of the way round the earth.

We are hoping to raise nearly £3000 for Mercy Corps, Hope and Homes for Children, and Great Ormond St. Hospital. All the money you donate will go direct to these Charities! For all the details of our Charities, and up to date news of our adventure - check out www.austinpowered.co.uk

Many thanks - Team AustinPowered.

Bit late I know but well done Zoe, so pleased to have you back in one piece. What an inspirational trip! you never fail to surprise me Donation by Clare 02/09/08  

well done, Zoe, we're really proud of you Donation by Mary and John 30/08/08  

Many, many congrats on making it to Ulan Bataar. Brilliant! Welldone! Donation by Amy and Ben 15/08/08  

Well done you lot! Keep 'em going! Donation by Carol and Brian Stewart 03/08/08  

More from the dancing ladies Donation by Mary & Sandra 20/07/08  

Good luck Zoe & Paul. I look forward to hearing of your experiences. Donation by Ericfell 18/07/08  

Happy driving Rob......wont see you on Sat but good luck and keep us informed of all the b/downs, crashes and gaybar antics..! Donation by Asif 18/07/08  

Best of British Team! Donation by Sandra and John's pals 17/07/08  

Rob, put your foot down - the RB3000 is on your tail... Donation by James French 17/07/08  

Good luck boys. Take comfort in the words of Han Solo "She may not look like much but she's got it w Donation by Simon Webb 16/07/08  

Toby - If they take you hostage, you're on your own. Midnight Express is a great film... Donation by Gary Williams 16/07/08  

Good luck - sounds like lots of fun! Donation by Eamon Burke 14/07/08  

Good luck Mr MP. Go Austin Powered go, grooooovy... Donation by sarah askwith 12/07/08  

Wishing you all the best. Good luck to you! Donation by DB 08/07/08  

Bon Voyage. You are all very brave! Still struggling what to do with my mid life crisis..! Could be worse you could be using Allegros! Donation by Andy Goldie 07/07/08  

Don't die Burty! Donation by Lou Sheldrick 03/07/08  

Good luck to you all, What a fantastic event, I look forward to tracking your progress hopefully all the way to the finish line! Donation by Bob 01/07/08  

With you in spirit - Good Luck Donation by John Pope 01/07/08  

Good luck Paul and Zoe and we wish you all the best. Maybe Yak's Milk Tea works better than petrol! Donation by Johnjo 30/06/08  

Va va voom! Come on the Austins, you can do it! Donation by Kathryn W 30/06/08  

May the roads rise to meet you. Donation by Hornet 28/06/08  

Just drive on the left all the way... Donation by Steve Dixon 23/06/08  

I fear the worst.......... Donation by Kathryn 23/06/08  

A beautiful bag of 1p & 2ps !! Donation by lorna & Steve 20/06/08  

Many thanks in advance - I've got along way to go... Donation by STL (Nortel) Quarter Century Club 19/06/08  

Your cars were a snip... Donation by Karen Maynard 19/06/08  

Thanks Ladies... Keeeeeeep Dancing! Donation by Dancing Ladies Potters Bar 19/06/08  

Mila Burt baked cakes in the shape of Euro 2008 team flags. Those hungry 5th floor Canada Life people have raised £70!!!! Brilliant!!!! Donation by The 5th floor of Canada Life Potters Bar 17/06/08  

Go team Maestro!! I applaud your plucky-brit attitude to danger. Remember there is no situation that can't be improved by a nice cup of tea! Donation by Rob Knock 16/06/08  

I admire your faith in British engineering! I'm sure you'll make it though! Good luck. Donation by Ray & Lyn Morris 11/06/08  

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