Collingwood & Renault driving ahead

Mike · Joined: 20 Sep 1996 Location: Lilydale, Tas.

Collingwood & Renault driving ahead
Kevin Diggerson
collingwoodfc.com.au
3:36:45 PM Thu 11 April, 2002

Collingwood today launched a new major sponsorship with Renault Australia, a partnership that will see the car giant join the Magpies as vehicle sponsor for the next two seasons.

"I am absolutely delighted that Renault has agreed to become a major partner of our club," Collingwood president Eddie McGuire said in announcing the deal.

"We are very excited about driving the new Renault Laguna, a vehicle which showcases Renault�s stunning style and dedication to automotive safety systems.

"Road safety is a key issue at Collingwood through our community partnership with the TAC Wipe Off 5 campaign and Renault�s acclaimed commitment to safety research and development is in perfect alignment with these values."

Richard Wilson, director of Renault Australia said the sponsorship arrangement was part of Renault�s continuing programme to promote brand awareness in Australia.

"Since Renault�s return to the Australian market in June last year the response has been fantastic. Acceptance of the brand has been phenomenal and this is reflected in our consistently growing sales.

"Teaming up with the celebrated Collingwood Football Club provides a real opportunity to extend Renault�s marketing boundaries and broaden our customer base," Wilson said.

Black_White · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 11:45 am

Well done Collingwood. Renault is a prestige brand, in keeping with Collingwoods standing as the premium team in the AFL.

Hmmmm........Richard Wilson.......Director of Renault Australia.....Wilson......Whats your last name Mike???

Wilson...wonder how these deals are put together?

Congrats Mike, you've done yourself proud. I, on behalf of all Pies supporters thank you for your efforts.

-Craig

London Dave · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 12:19 pm

Wow, who would have thought? Kept that one a secret, didn't they.

Well done pies!

magpie joffa · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 5:10 pm

'wow' will i wake up in the morning mike and find a spanking new renault in the drive?

1892 _ 2002... THE PROUDEST JOURNEY IN FOOTBALL CONTINUES, WITH ARMS LOCKED TOGETHER,WHILST MARCHING SIDE BY SIDE, WE WILL FOREVER STAND AS ONE TO SUPPORT OUR BELOVED COLLINGWOOD FOOTBALL CLUB, it's more than just a club it's a way of life !

London Dave · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 5:24 pm

I think the renault IICV would be right up your alley Joffa!

Just the thing

or this

Parisian chic my son...the perfect l'automobile!

But more likely this

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magpie joffa · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 6:19 pm

Hey davo
Re that 3rd pic
Did you take a pic of my car in the drive when you was in cranny.Well your a sneaky bugger.

1892 _ 2002... THE PROUDEST JOURNEY IN FOOTBALL CONTINUES, WITH ARMS LOCKED TOGETHER,WHILST MARCHING SIDE BY SIDE, WE WILL FOREVER STAND AS ONE TO SUPPORT OUR BELOVED COLLINGWOOD FOOTBALL CLUB, it's more than just a club it's a way of life !

Mike · Joined: 20 Sep 1996 Location: Lilydale, Tas.

Me thinks you've got your Renaults and Citroens mixed up Dave.

London Dave · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 7:02 pm

True Mike, but they are all froggy cars, and i did search for renault on google!

London Dave · Posted: Fri Apr 12, 2002 8:08 pm

Car 1 Citroen, but the image of Joffa in that proved too much..

Car 2..definately a renault 4 (0 - 60mph in 30 seconds there!)

Car 3, your guess is as good as mine, but it ain't a green datsun.

MagpieMad · Posted: Sat Apr 13, 2002 3:51 am

LOL Dave

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Greg J · Posted: Sat Apr 13, 2002 5:55 am

Geez Mike, have the AFL pinched one of your potential backers?

Rule 1. Barrack for Collingwood
Rule 2. See rule 1.
Rule 3. There is no rule 3.

CARN DE PIES!
Greg J

PeterWH · Posted: Sat Apr 13, 2002 7:27 am

The Renault.....You ripper?????I remember my first car that I drove many years ago was a Renault Dauphine and unfortunately I forgot to put oil in the motor (does help sometimes) and the bloody thing stopped on me....Pity that,BUT well done to the Club.
Do they make BUSES.....I shall drive one around Aussie if they want to supply me with one.Make it Black & White and I will be as proud as punch.
Could you imagine me travelling past WACA in a Renault Magpie bus when WCHandbags or Freo are playing....wouldnt that cause a riot.

PeterWH
PIES FOR PREMIERS 2002