A new Chevy II COPO owner.

[68TopStock]

Heard a rumor tonight that there is a new Gibb Chevy II COPO owner. Kinda one of those first and last deals, if you get the drift. I'll share more soon. I am excited.

ps. It is has nothing to do with anything you have read about on this site lately. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[JChlupsa]

I think you meant its a NEW/OLD owner since the new owner had it on their property once before :P

[ZL1O2IL]

A new Lady owner - I heard http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[hvychev]

Man, I get it now! Wow! If this is true that would be cool! I wonder if her husband ever showed her how to brake tourque! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[ORIGLS6]

So is this now considered an "original owner" car??? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

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[JChlupsa]

I think she deserves that status http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Jeff Murphy]

You guys mean this will be a more common sight?

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/56211-M%20Murphy%20-%2068%20COPO%20Nova%2002%20%28SCR6%29.jpg

[JChlupsa]

NOPE I think it will be her looking out not in

[Chevy454]

All I can say is SWEEEEEET! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Jeff Murphy]

Just as long as she doesn't paint it <font color="purple"> purple </font> http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[Belair62]

Now if she moves to Pasadena we are in trouble !!! What a cool lady...

[NovaMob03]

That is a special Supercar for a very special individual in our hobby.Look out La Harpe street racers!

[ORIGLS6]

I just talked with Helen for a few minutes this morning. You can hear the smile in her voice. She is one Happy Lady!

And Jeff, I'm pretty sure it's gonna stay Fathom Blue! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

This is just plain http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Mr70]

Sooner or Later...everything comes back to Illinois.
Now she can Autograph her own car!
Congrats Helen. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

[68TopStock]

Since the first day I met Helen in 1999, she always wished to have had one of the original COPO's from her and Fred's dealership. Her wish has come true. She is now the proud owner of the last Gibb COPO Chevy II made, the #50 car. In my opinion, the one that survived all these years so she could live her dream. She wants to return it to showroom stock condition, it is already almost there, just need to bolt on some factory equipment. What a pair! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Born30YrsLate]

I could only dream of knowing what kind of memories/thoughts flash through her mind as well as the minds of others who where there in the beginning as they look at these cars now days....super-cool... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

Congratulations Helen. This is great news. These are exciting times for our hobby and you are so much a part of the excitement. The Nova will have a great homecoming I'm sure.

[bkhpah]

That is very cool. I would love to see her behind the wheel...BKH

[Kim_Howie]

Dreams do come true!! Congrates Helen Kim http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[Mr70]

When I first heard Helen now owns this Nova,I thought We should get a Serious Professional Picture of Her behind the wheel of it,Lighting the Rear Tires up.Either at the Reunion/Collinsville Dragstrip this September,or Maybe in the Parking Lot of the Old Fred Gibb Dealership location this coming August.
I think that would make a Great Symbolic Picture for all to Cherish! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[sYc]

Would not be surprised to see Nancy behind the wheel of one of the cars at SCR7, with Helen along side. At SCR6, Nancy wanted to make a pass with the '02 ZL-1, but was afraid to do so, because of the damp track conditions. IMO, seeing a member of the Gibb family racing at SCR7 would be worth the price of admission. A true Kodak monent. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[DarrenX33]

Never did one owner deserve to have particular car as much as in this case.

Peanut butter and jelly
Helen Gibb and COPO Nova #50. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Congratulations Helen!

[matt murphy]

One funny thing about both her ZL1 and this Nova is that she signed under the hood of them long before she bought them. We are working on putting manifolds and a full exhaust on the car for Helen. It will be neat to see her drive it into a show or two. I think it would be special if we could get together at Fred and Helens old dealership and let her take delivery of it there. Anyone want to come if we do ?? It should be ready for delivery in the next few weeks . . .

[DarrenX33]

I'd make a trip for that. Nice idea Matt.

[mayor_b]

Looks like we can quit looking for something special for the show this year. Congratulations to Helen, do you suppose she would take the Mayor for a ride. Keep us in mind Aug 7th. It will be nice to see everyone. Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[copo-2]

It was the best of news to learn of the return of the last built Gibb COPO Nova to LaHarpe. I feel this will be a great issue of historical interest to the many car enthusiast's that are interested in the muscle car hobby? It will be a joy to return in August to the Gibb Memorial knowing this car, and it's new owner, will be the center of attention? Congratulations Helen!!!

Ray

[Mr70]

I Welcome you here Ray. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[DarrenX33]

Rick you forgot to mention. "Please fill out your profile". http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif

[68TopStock]

IMHO, Ray is one of the few individuals in this hobby who does not need to fill out a profile. If you do not know who he is, just read up on the Fred Gibb/Dick Harrell Chevy II's. Welcome aboard Ray! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[DarrenX33]

No argument there. Didn't know it was him when I commented. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Belair62]

Thanks for filling it out for us Ray...

[Charley Lillard]

Ahhh..that Ray..owner of my favorite Nova EVER !!! In fact, one of my favorite Supercars. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif