MCACN 2014 Chevrolet L89 Showcase

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Hello Fellow Muscle Car Lovers.

BIG NEWS <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

This year I will be setting up a Showcase of 1969 Chevelles and El Camino(s), with the hottest 396 available...........the 396/375 horsepower L78 with the L89 aluminum cylinder head option.

MY GOAL: is to gather 12, Fully Documented, Real Deal, Best of the Best, L89 Chevelles/El Camino(s) to highlight the very special, very rare (400 made) L89 option. I plan to include at least one of each body style which could be ordered with the SS 396/375 hp L78 option and the L89 aluminum heads.

MY DREAM: is to find L89's in every possible condition, such as Survivor, Restored, Day 2, and Vintage race car.

MY DREAM OF DREAMS: is to find a ratty, filthy, neglected, never seen before by anyone but the original owner, BARN FIND L89.

Now my request to the Muscle car community.......................please help me find 12 of these rare beasts. (I have feelers out to several owners, and will share as soon as they are officially registered)

Please: Post replies, PM me, E-Mail me, or call me at (519) 846-0598, with any leads on L89 1969 Chevelles. Don't be shy, and please don't assume I'll know about certain famous cars. I would hate to miss one sitting out in broad daylight.

Ryan

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthrea...mp;a#Post559265 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/559265/Searchpage/1/Main/57732/Words/mcacn/Search/true/MCACN_2014_Invitational_&amp;a#Post559265)

SPECIAL DISPLAYS;

Chevrolet L89 Showcase; Most of us know all about Chevy’s hot 396/375 horsepower L78, but did you know they also offered an aluminum head version? This very special gathering will feature only real highly documented examples of Chevrolet’s hottest 396 powered muscle machines and Corvettes.

I am specifically taking care of 1969 Chevelles and El Camino(s), feel free to contact me or Bob Ashton directly about any Chevrolet L89's.

[bashton]

And looks like our good friend Rick Nelson may have a particular 1970 L89 Chevelle for us also.

Thanks go out to Ryan Weaver for taking the lead on this one and also to Dan Vasic for jumping in to assist.

Now...let's see if we can make this the largest gathering of documented real-deal L89's ever gathered under one roof. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Thanks for the endorsement Bob.

This will be fun for me, and more importantly fun for the L89 car owners, MOST importantly FUN for the 2014 MCACN Attendees. (BOOK YOUR HOLIDAYS NOW)

We are going to knock you socks off. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Well done Ryan.....2014 MCACN's will Rock!

Glad to help <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Well done Ryan.....2014 MCACN's will Rock!

Glad to help <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan </div></div>

Agree 100%

Ryan

Thanks for helping me with this display....not your first rodeo.

[Lynn]

You can probably get a couple guys in Florida to help you &quot;build&quot; whatever you want.

Kidding of course. Great way to showcase some serious muscle.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lynn</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You can probably get a couple guys in Florida to help you &quot;build&quot; whatever you want.

Kidding of course. Great way to showcase some serious muscle. </div></div>

Good one,

Ryan

[SS427]

70 L89 Chevelle is confirmed along with my customers Yenko Camaro. I will get his application to you for the Chevelle this week.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SS427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">70 L89 Chevelle is confirmed along with my customers Yenko Camaro. I will get his application to you for the Chevelle this week. </div></div>

That is great news, I never imagined a 1970 L89 would come available.

Hens Teeth.

Ryan

[Postsedan]

The '70 L89 Chevelle was part of my LS6 Display.....there are pictures of it on here <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Perfect

I will look it up.<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Pics here.....of Brian Dejongh`s 1970 L89 Chevelle.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/452795/Re:_An_Amazing_70_Chevelle_Dis#Post452795

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/469188/Re:_MCACN_Pictures#Post469188

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Thanks Dan,

We are in for a treat.

MCACN gets cars you simply are never going to see anywhere else in the world.

A 1970 L78/L89 Chevelle. BINGO

Ryan

[orig69ss]

Ryan great idea your going to get a lot of a out standing cars good luck.

Chuck

[Postsedan]

Hi Chuck,

Are you going to come join us at this years 2014 MCACN's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hi Chuck,

Are you going to come join us at this years 2014 MCACN's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan </div></div>

Thanks Chuck, You can caravan with another Ashtabula Ohio resident...............hint hint.

Ryan

[orig69ss]

I should be able to make it this year been sitting on the side lines to long, always great coverage on the site. Ryan have not seen much of Mark this winter,they go to coffee later in the evening but but I,am in for the night in my recliner.Take it easy you guys winter is on it,s way out, I hope.

Chuck

[SS427]

As far as I know this 70 L89 is the only true documented with full known history Chevelle in existence. It is no longer owned by Brian D.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: orig69ss</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I should be able to make it this year been sitting on the side lines to long, always great coverage on the site. Ryan have not seen much of Mark this winter,they go to coffee later in the evening but but I,am in for the night in my recliner.Take it easy you guys winter is on it,s way out, I hope.

Chuck
</div></div>

I have learned the sidelines are OK, but involvement is where it's at.

I will be looking for you in November.

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SS427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">As far as I know this 70 L89 is the only true documented with full known history Chevelle in existence. It is no longer owned by Brian D. </div></div>

I hear what you are saying, but I will keep the door open for a second 1970 L89, just in case a never seen before, dosumented, one owner, convertible shows up at your shop for certification. (I have very very high goals and aspirations for this Showcase, like everything at MCACN, more/bigger/better/rarer/you have got to be kidding me, than you can imagine)

Ryan

[TimG]

Toss an L89 Corvette in the mix from 1967, 1968, and 1969. That would be cool.

[69L78]

Like this one w/6k org miles!

[Charley Lillard]

Wow...details needed.

[SS427]

Cool............!

[bashton]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 69L78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Like this one w/6k org miles! </div></div>

Obviously...we would LOVE to have this one in the MCACN show.

Perhaps an additional <span style="font-style: italic">separate </span>block of real L89 Corvettes is in order? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Great plan Bob,

That is a killer Vette.

We will find a great way to integrate the L89 Vettes.

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Note * The first group display to get their applications in to Ryan/Bob/Vicki gets the best choice of available floor space :-)

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Lets start this Chevrolet L89 Display off with a bang. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing A Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector who is gracious enough to share this rare beast with us at MCACN 2014. I have been lucky enough to see this car in person and I promise it will blow your mind.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/02/full-13277-9879-2942_zps3853f078.jpg

[Postsedan]

One of the Best in the country, the license plate says it all <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">One of the Best in the country, the license plate says it all <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan </div></div>

Agree 100%

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Heads UP...........

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector who is gracious enough to share this rare beast with us at MCACN 2014.

So far all the cars we have gathered are 1000 point perfect masterpieces.........I can not wait to see them all together.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/02/full-13277-9916-img_0802_3_2.jpg

[Postsedan]

Kenny is &quot;Da Man&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Kenny is &quot;Da Man&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Dan </div></div>

So far Kenny is the only guy to jump on board and offer to bring not one but two L89's. Yup, &quot;Da Man&quot;. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Ryan

[Postsedan]

MCACN'S......All of The Above <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

Dan

[bashton]

The <span style="font-style: italic">new owners </span>of the Blue '69 L89 Chevelle convertible have been located, and I am happy to say they, (cough-cough, her) are <span style="font-style: italic">huge </span>supporters of MCACN.

They have already committed their recently acquired 1970 428 CJ Cougar XR7 convertible to the show, but they have shown multiple cars with us in the past, so.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Styles]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
They have already committed their recently acquired 1970 428 CJ Cougar XR7 convertible to the show, but they have shown multiple cars with us in the past, so.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

Cough, cough, let's not forget that the Cougar Rag is a Ram-Air, which makes it 1 of 4 built and the only one known to exist.

-B

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The <span style="font-style: italic">new owners </span>of the Blue '69 L89 Chevelle convertible have been located, and I am happy to say they, (cough-cough, her) are <span style="font-style: italic">huge </span>supporters of MCACN.

They have already committed their recently acquired 1970 428 CJ Cougar XR7 convertible to the show, but they have shown multiple cars with us in the past, so.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

Wonderful, let me know if they also allow bribes <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Hope they bring both Converts <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Great news.

I have the perfect parking place set aside just for her.

Ryan

[bashton]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Styles</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
They have already committed their recently acquired 1970 428 CJ Cougar XR7 convertible to the show, but they have shown multiple cars with us in the past, so.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

Cough, cough, let's not forget that the Cougar Rag is a Ram-Air, which makes it 1 of 4 built and the only one known to exist.

-B </div></div>

Absolutely! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Welcome to the sYc website Brian and Samantha!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing A Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #3. Mark Hassett is bringing his Tuxedo Black 1969 Chevelle, L78/L89 His car has amassed 8800 miles since new.

[Postsedan]

From the Weaver Archives....Whoot! Whoot! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Here are few teaser photos of Mark Hassett's L89 Chevelle.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10366-39831_autorama_version_2_2.jpg
This picture was from Autorama 1970.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10367-39832_engine_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10368-39834_engineout_2.jpg
This is a great father and son picture with the engine ripped out in the driveway about 30 years ago.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10369-img_00000742.jpg
This is how she looks now.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10370-img_00000745.jpg
This is Mark and my son (Hamming it up as always)

[Postsedan]

Priceless Pics...... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif We all remember the last picture <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[orig69ss]

Ryan good pictures of Mark,that car has been a good looking car from day1. have not caught up with Mark all winter about time have coffee some were,maybe a beer,hmm sounds good.

Chuck

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: orig69ss</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Ryan good pictures of Mark,that car has been a good looking car from day1. have not caught up with Mark all winter about time have coffee some were,maybe a beer,hmm sounds good.

Chuck </div></div>

Don't wait till winter is over for coffees or Beers, the cold is not giving up this year.

Ryan

[bashton]

Those pictures, especially the driveway shot, are indeed priceless.

I've said it before and sure I will say it again; MCACN just keeps getting better and better!

Thanks to all for the continued support and participation. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gifam

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing a Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro, RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #3. Mark Hassett is bringing his Tuxedo Black 1969 Chevelle, L78/L89 His car has amassed 8800 miles since new.

L89 #4. Rick Nelson (Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc) is bringing an Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle, L78/L89. The owner is Michael Rothberg.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I received a few fantastic pictures (Courtesy of Chuck Hanson) of Michael Rothbergs 1970 L78/L89 Chevelle.

The Chevrolet L89 Showcase just gets better and better.

Ryan

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10489-dsc_0055_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10490-dsc_0107_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/03/full-13277-10491-dsc_0173_2.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing a Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro, RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #3. Mark Hassett is bringing his Tuxedo Black 1969 Chevelle, L78/L89 His car has amassed 8800 miles since new.

L89 #4. Rick Nelson (Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc) is bringing an Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle, L78/L89. The owner is Michael Rothberg.

L89 #5. From &quot;The Styles Collection&quot; comes a Dusk Blue 1969 Chevelle Convertible L78/L89. A recent addition to their roster.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

If variety is the spice of life, then the Chevrolet L89 Showcase is becoming very &quot;spicy&quot;.

Can you believe two L89 Convertibles together in the same place?

Here are a few sample pictures to wet your L89 appetite.

Ryan

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10700-fl14_r0286_01.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10701-fl14_r0286_09.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10702-1424.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10703-fl14_r0286_04.jpg

[bashton]

We can now add our first very real 1969 L89 Corvette Roadster to the mix! Tom Marcucci will be joining us from Michigan with his gorgeous example, and he will be vying for Triple Diamond certification.

Just keeps getting better...

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Great news.

Getting a wide variety.

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing a Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro, RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector

L89 #3. Mark Hassett is bringing his Tuxedo Black 1969 Chevelle, L78/L89 His car has amassed 8800 miles since new.

L89 #4. Rick Nelson (Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc) is bringing an Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle, L78/L89. The owner is Michael Rothberg.

L89 #5. From &quot;The Styles Collection&quot; comes a Dusk Blue 1969 Chevelle Convertible L78/L89. A recent addition to their roster.

L89 #6. We can now add our first very real 1969 L89 Corvette Roadster to the mix! Tom Marcucci will be joining us from Michigan with his gorgeous example, and he will be vying for Triple Diamond certification.

L89 #7. John A. Hill has agreed to bring his newly acquired Tuxedo Black with Red Interior 1969 Chevelle L78/L89. I expect this one to WOW the MCACN judges.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

If a picture is worth a thousand words.

Then these pictures are worth a hundred thousand words.

Ryan

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...5755884556_3008 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10770-1779685_10203555755884556_3008)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...4047592156_7789 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10771-1782268_10203064047592156_7789)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...55754404519_451 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10772-10003935_10203555754404519_451)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...7646472095_4040 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-13277-10773-1796479_10200527646472095_4040)

[Postsedan]

Here you go Ryan,

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2014/3778_zps0c00e768.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Postsedan/media/Postsedan2014/3778_zps0c00e768.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2014/3779_zps7d74dab0.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Postsedan/media/Postsedan2014/3779_zps7d74dab0.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2014/3780_zps8ee39d05.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Postsedan/media/Postsedan2014/3780_zps8ee39d05.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2014/3781_zpsa7fed240.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Postsedan/media/Postsedan2014/3781_zpsa7fed240.jpg.html)

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Thx

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

TTT

Still searching out real deal L89 cars for MCACN in November.

Ryan

Please give me a call, E-mail, PM, if you know of a real deal L89 car:-)

[bashton]

L89 Chevelles' check!
L89 Camaro's; check!
L89 Corvette; check!

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Exciting day for the MCACN 2014 Chevrolet L89 Showcase!! Not one but two Registrations today.

When it Rains L89's it Pours L89's!!


L89 #1. Kenny Pascoe is bringing a Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle Convertible, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector. Thanks to the owner and to Kenny!!

L89 #2. Kenny Pascoe is also bringing A Hugger Orange 1969 Camaro, RS/SS, L78/L89 Kenny is representing a private collector. Thanks to the owner and to Kenny!!

L89 #3. Mark Hassett is bringing his Tuxedo Black 1969 Chevelle, L78/L89 His car has amassed 8800 miles since new. Thanks Mark!!

L89 #4. Rick Nelson (Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc) is bringing an Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle, L78/L89. The owner is Michael Rothberg. Thanks Michael and Rick!!

L89 #5. From &quot;The Styles Collection&quot; comes a Dusk Blue 1969 Chevelle Convertible L78/L89. A recent addition to their roster. Thanks Brian and Samantha!!

L89 #6. We can now add our first very real 1969 L89 Corvette Roadster to the mix! Tom Marcucci will be joining us from Michigan with his gorgeous example, and he will be vying for Triple Diamond certification. Thanks Tom!!

L89 #7. John A. Hill has agreed to bring his newly acquired Tuxedo Black with Red Interior 1969 Chevelle L78/L89. I expect this one to WOW the MCACN judges. Thanks John!!

L89 #8. Roger Adkins is bringing his 1969 Chevelle 300 Deluxe Post Sedan L78/L89 from Tennessee. This is a super rare beast, and making even more special is it's original condition with just 26K Miles. I have admired this car for decades on the pages of one of my Chevelle coffee table books, and in November finally get to see it in person.......Thanks Roger!!

L89 #9. Chris Short has agreed to share his 1969 El Camino L78/L89 with us for the MCACN Weekend. This car/truck is 100% original has 16K original miles and has been detailed but never restored at all. I have never even heard a story about another real L89 El Camino let alone one in this original condition. we are getting spoiled this November. Thanks Chris!!

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Here is a little teaser, some pictures of Roger Adkins 1969 Chevelle 300 Deluxe L78/L89 Post Sedan.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14188-img_0403_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14189-img_0397_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14190-img_0422_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14191-img_0418_2.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Here are a few pictures of Chris Shorts insane 1969 El Camino L78/L89.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14192-picture_863_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14193-picture_854_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/07/full-13277-14194-picture_852.jpg

[bashton]

When I told Ryan 10-12 cars in this display would be perfect, I think he thought I was nuts, (OK, I am; lol) but he agreed to take on the challenge... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

My hat is off to Ryan along with PostSedan Dan, along with all of the owners who will be joining us.

As I often say, close your eyes for a moment and visualize this one... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">When I told Ryan 10-12 cars in this display would be perfect, I think he thought I was nuts, (OK, I am; lol) but he agreed to take on the challenge... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

My hat is off to Ryan along with PostSedan Dan, along with all of the owners who will be joining us.

As I often say, close your eyes for a moment and visualize this one... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

I have enjoyed preparing this display very much, and have had enjoyed 100% support from you, Dan, and Vicki. Most of all I have enjoyed meeting/getting to know the owners of these great cars. (I call them SUPERCARS I don't care what the definition may be)

I have felt a little like a guy who gets to throw his first football at the superbowl, but my son Jamie provided some excellent advice from Star Wars. As per YODA:

Luke: All right, I'll give it a try.
Yoda: No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try.

Go stand in the end zone Bob!!!!!!!!!!!put your hands out!!!!!!!(This comment should read as humour as I don't know s### about football)

Ryan


PS: I have a couple more L89's in my sights..........and if you read my goals from DAY1 I want to have a rusty POS barn find L89 at MCACN........still nothing........come on guys need your help on this one!!!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

L89 #4. Rick Nelson (Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc) is bringing an Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle, L78/L89. The owner is Michael Rothberg. Thanks Michael and Rick!!

The summer 2014 edition of Chevelle Chevy's Mid-Sized Muscle has a great article by Chuck Hanson about this &quot;LIGHT-HEADED&quot; 1970 L89 Chevelle. The L89 option was selected in error, one of 18 produced. A nice mistake if you ask me.

Ryan

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[SS427]

Thanks Ryan, just so no one is confused, we did not restore this car as it was restored by the previous owner Brian DeJongh and his friends. I only helped Brian with technical advice for several years while it was being restored and I am just helping my customer take care of the car while at the show.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

We have three spaces available.

One spot is very likely taken by a great car that I can't mention till registered.....Tease.

I still have no POS Barn Find L89.....please phone a friend for me and start the conversation....

Ryan

[SS427]

I know of one and will make a call. Not sure he will bring it that far but will try.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SS427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I know of one and will make a call. Not sure he will bring it that far but will try. </div></div>

Great news, thanks Rick Nelson for the support.

Ryan

[bashton]

Congrats go out to Kenny Pasco and Frank Arone, along with the owner of the Garnet Red 1969 Chevelle SS L89 convertible that took top honors at the recent Hemmmings Muscle Machines show this past weekend.

Yep...you'll be seeing this one, previously shown at MCACN &quot;in progress&quot; in all its finished glory, November 22-23. And as if that isn't enough, we will also have another '69 Chevelle SS L89 convertible, (as seen in the previous post)which is joining us from The Styles Family Collection out of Florida.

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Postsedan]

L89's take over the &quot;Windy City&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Just a few spots left!!!

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Some times we tend to get excited by the chrome or the paint or the numbers, or the rarity...........but I got one better than all that stuff...........

I have registered a Canadian........but not a 1969 model...........

My Dad is coming with me to MCACN 2014:-)

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We have a lot of fun and do some pretty serious renovation projects together:-)

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My Dad was concerned that he doesn't know all the codes or the production numbers, but I assured him there are thousands of guys just like him that filter through MCACN leaving with a huge smile and a little bit of recaptured youth to put a spring in their step that lasts till the following November.

When you stop by my display ask to show Ralph your favorite car at MCACN and share a few stories, he won't bore you with codes or production numbers but he might tell you about driving his Austin Healey home (Before kids) with a Christmas tree in it...

Ryan

[mockingbird812]

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[Tenney]

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[PLATINUM6BBL]

That's great Ryan! It will be just over a year since my dad passed (&amp; 3 since mom passed) that I'll be at MCACN. He was truly the reason I am a Mopar guy (although I thoroughly enjoy all brands). In his place I have invited a couple of &quot;older&quot; friends who both grew up around these cars and drag racing from its' roots. Hope they both can make it.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PLATINUM6BBL</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That's great Ryan! It will be just over a year since my dad passed (&amp; 3 since mom passed) that I'll be at MCACN. He was truly the reason I am a Mopar guy (although I thoroughly enjoy all brands). In his place I have invited a couple of &quot;older&quot; friends who both grew up around these cars and drag racing from its' roots. Hope they both can make it. </div></div>

Well said Lon!!

Nice to chat at PSMCDR. My son loved sitting in your Road Runner!!!

Ryan

Condolences.

[bashton]

Now that is awesome! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Postsedan]

Look what I found today - I went to visit my friend Bob at his restoration shop today - Real Deal one of 390 produced - 1969 L89 Corvette awaiting restoration :-)

Cortez Silver, L89 - M22 - 411`s....all original drive train.

I don't think she`ll be ready for 2014 MCACN`s - but she will be nice when finished.

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Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Wow.

Ready for MCACN 2016

Ryan

[L78M22Rag]

Put her in the &quot;as found&quot; showcase!

[olredalert]

----Dan,,,I know exactly where you were. Ill call him today to make sure that the workaholic makes it down to MCACN at least one full day. You should get on his case too.......Bill S

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

8500 views!!

Looking forward to sharing 8500 hands!! I guess a few of us have viewed more than once:-)

Ryan

[RPOLS3]

Dan -

Pretty sure that one is a 68 but still a great car and a great owner, have known both for a long time.

Jake

[bashton]

Drum-roll....

Let's add another...and it is another good one!

I am pleased to announce the 1967 Ed Cole L89 Corvette Coupe will be joining us from Texas! This is an incredibly significant car with really interesting history.

This has to be the most diversified group of authentic L89's ever gathered under one roof. Yet another reason to join us, November 22-23!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Wowza.

Bazinga.

Can't wait.

Ryan

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[Postsedan]

X2 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Hi All

I am anxiously awaiting MCACN 2014.

First and formost, a big thank you to the owners and resprentatives of these great L89 cars and truck!

A close second is a huge thank you to Bob Ashton, Dan Vasic, and Vicki Ashton, for trusting in me and helping me along the way!

i made a decision a few years ago to get more involved in our hobby/passion we all love so much, I think this display is proof &quot;Regular Guys&quot; can have as much or more fun with Muscle Cars as anybody else!

Please introduce yourself and ask any questions you want. This group of owners have a tonne of knowledge about these rare cars.

Researching, gathering, e-mailing, calling, dreaming, thinking, organizing, and &quot;Googling &quot; this display has been a highlight of the entire year since MCACN 2013!!!!!!

Don't be shy, Say Hi!!

Ryan
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[Postsedan]

Safe to say..... You have learned more about the 1969 Chevelle in the last year than most people learn in decades <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Safe to say..... You have learned more about the 1969 Chevelle in the last year than most people learn in decades <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan </div></div>

Certainly more than I have learned in decades!!

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Yesterday was day 1 of Move in, it went very well!!

8 out of 10 L89 cars are in the display 2 more to go today plus signage, etc.

This display is like a mini car show in itself, but with MCACN there is another 500 plus rare cars to drool over!!

If you are on the fence about coming I would challenge any stay at home logic,if you have 5-6 hundred of the rarest finest Muscle Cars at home maybe you don't need to come..........................GET ON A BUS PLANE TRAIN CAR BYCYCLE and &quot;Come on down&quot; (or up for you southerners)

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

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We are having a blast and the show doesn't start till tomorrow morning

Sideways? Don't know why

Ryan

[L78racer]

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[XXXGoldL34M20]

Hey Ryan, now I know what you look like in person <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif
Enjoy the show.

[Luvchevs]

Looking forward to seeing as many pictures as possible!
Attending this show is on my bucket list!

Dave

[bigjake]

We just came back from this show---It is fabulous, over the top, a must do for any gearhead. You must go tomorrow--don't miss it.

[L78M22Rag]

Ryan, I almost didn't recognize you guys in that photo without your drills... Ha ha

I'm going to live vicariously through you this weekend bud. Enjoy the show and post lots of pics!!!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Today was an L89 day!!! That is a term of endearment!

Dad and I have met so many great car people. Received some very nice compliments (Thank You I really appreciate the feedback)

Lots of sYc members have stopped by to meet in person, that is probably the best part of doing this display. I won't try to mention each guy because my brain is burnt toast.

I took a little time late in the day today to run around and take pictures, so many cars so little time.

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

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I am losing my touch, yesterday my pictures were sideways............wth? Today upside down?

I got an I-pod and this is obviously operator error!

Ryan

[L78racer]

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[Postsedan]

I will post my pics later.....it was another - Over The Top, Jaw dropping show <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

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We dun good Dan!

Ryan

I-Pad upside down:-)

[Postsedan]

Ryan has completely &quot;flipped over&quot; the L89 Showcase <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

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Please flip the upside down photos for me

Here are a couple group shot, a few people weren't available:-( if I put together a display like this in the future I would take a group photo Saturday.

Ryan

[L78racer]

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[SS427]

Ryan, very nice meeting you and your dad at the show as well as talking to some of the other L89 guys. Great display for sure and thanks for your efforts and care taking.
Rick

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Thanks Paul &quot;L78racer&quot; for squaring up my pictures!

Nice to meet Rick!

Hope to get time tomorrow to post more pictures!

It was so nice to spend the weekend with Gerald, Jake, Kenny, (and friend name escapes me:-() Nick, Chris, Michael, Rick, Samantha, Brian, Tom, (and family), Roger, Adam, Mark, Mark Jr. (Friends and family), Jimmy, Frank, Ralph/Dad, Dan (and family, so nice to meet your Dad and Daughter), Bob, Vicki, Mike, and so many friends I could never count.

I thank everyone who participated in this display in big ways such as dragging a car through a snow storm to the smallest vote of confidence every single bit of support is appreciated and made this display so meaningful!

Looking a little bigger picture: Sharing these rare gems has a direct impact on the future of our hobby educating and motivating the next generation to get involved and enjoy the cars going forward!!

I always like to define single favorite cars at shows but that would be impossible here, so I will take the easy route and select 10 favorited!

Ryan

[Postsedan]

I always like to define single favorite cars at shows but that would be impossible here, so I will take the easy route and select 10 favorited!

Ryan

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That`s not what you TOLD ME <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif You Told me your Favorite without Hesitation <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Ok here is my favorite

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Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

http://www.superchevy.com/events/1503-2014-muscle-car-and-corvette-nationals-bestest-ever/

Some great Super Chevy E-Ink for the L89 Display.

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Great picture of you and Dad....tight squeeze into Pascoe`s Camaro, much more room in a Chevelle for YOU!

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Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

My Dad got some SuperChevy Ink!!!

(Don't worry Dan I fit in there just fine......LOL)

Ryan

Side note, a Muncie shifter is worse than the magazine test reports from back in the day!! How could they have used those things?

[Postsedan]

Side note, a Muncie shifter is worse than the magazine test reports from back in the day!! How could they have used those things?
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This is what made &quot;Hurst&quot; so successful, well beside a well known Lady <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[bashton]

What awesome pictures! Ryan (and Dad) and Dan really did an outstanding job and thanks of course to all who participated. This was without a doubt one of the most fun and active special displays in the entire show. Nothing but smiles in that circle!

Who would like to see these guys round up and coordinate another special display for 2015? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Some more great ink for the MCACN 2015 Chevrolet L89 Showcase:-)

Page 1 and 4 have L89 cars highlighted:-)

Page 3 has Kenny Pascoe's Barn Find 67 Z

Ryan

http://www.maxchevy.com/events/2015/x_1-mcacn-1.html

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[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Some more Media!!

A great Kevin Oeste interview with Dan Vasic about the L89 option especially with Roger Adkins L89 Post Sedan!!

2014 Muscle Car And Corvette Nationals L89 Option Car Display Video V8TV

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PM3DE8qI2NY

Try this link

Ryan

[69 Post Sedan]

Great video Ryan.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

the display looks so great, all the cars are over the top!

Dan knows all the details!!

Ryan

[Mr70]

Quote by Dan Vasic....&quot;it ranged from 67 to 69 you get the L-89 package in an intermediate or a Corvette&quot;.

There were also 18 L-89 intermediates built during 1970 production.
There was a documented Autumn Gold 1970 Chevelle L-89 in this same display of cars there that weekend.

[Postsedan]

Yes, I know Rick - when you have a Camera in your Face you can't help but be nervous - it was one Take!

Let's see how well you do....when it's your Chance - oh wait, you never ever attend the MCACN - shame on you!

Dan

[Mr70]

OK......someone has issues.
Yes I've gone many times to this great gathering &amp; go whenever work or my schedule allows it.

[sixtiesmuscle]

Simmer down boys. Rick, you threw out the criticism, and Dan has a valid point. Having made many incorrect &amp; even stupid statements on camera, I can appreciate the magic of editing. It's easy to forget some things in the heat of battle, and I'm sure Dan was his own worst critic when he said it &amp; saw it.

[L78M22Rag]

You did great Dan!

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sixtiesmuscle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Simmer down boys. Rick, you threw out the criticism, and Dan has a valid point. Having made many incorrect &amp; even stupid statements on camera, I can appreciate the magic of editing. It's easy to forget some things in the heat of battle, and I'm sure Dan was his own worst critic when he said it &amp; saw it. </div></div>

How true that is! Having been in front to a news camera a few times...discussing donor awareness...you kinda forget what you're going to say! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/shocked.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

All in good fun!!

If we can't poke a little and take a poke every once in a while what fun would the day be?

Dan's got his big boy pants on, he can take it!! (He sure gives me what for when I say stupid stuff:-))

I have to say, when I watched it the first time and Kevin asked what cars the L89 was available in I was thinking....don't say NOVA........don't say NOVA.....don't say NOVA.............:-) That would have been worth really grinding Dan over the coals!!

Ryan

[Postsedan]

No Nova's - Kwhizz would have Hung Me <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan

[69_L89_Vette]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hello Fellow Muscle Car Lovers.

BIG NEWS <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

This year I will be setting up a Showcase of 1969 Chevelles and El Camino(s), with the hottest 396 available...........the 396/375 horsepower L78 with the L89 aluminum cylinder head option.

MY GOAL: is to gather 12, Fully Documented, Real Deal, Best of the Best, L89 Chevelles/El Camino(s) to highlight the very special, very rare (400 made) L89 option. I plan to include at least one of each body style which could be ordered with the SS 396/375 hp L78 option and the L89 aluminum heads.

MY DREAM: is to find L89's in every possible condition, such as Survivor, Restored, Day 2, and Vintage race car.

MY DREAM OF DREAMS: is to find a ratty, filthy, neglected, never seen before by anyone but the original owner, BARN FIND L89.

Now my request to the Muscle car community.......................please help me find 12 of these rare beasts. (I have feelers out to several owners, and will share as soon as they are officially registered)

Please: Post replies, PM me, E-Mail me, or call me at (519) 846-0598, with any leads on L89 1969 Chevelles. Don't be shy, and please don't assume I'll know about certain famous cars. I would hate to miss one sitting out in broad daylight.

Ryan

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SPECIAL DISPLAYS;

Chevrolet L89 Showcase; Most of us know all about Chevy’s hot 396/375 horsepower L78, but did you know they also offered an aluminum head version? This very special gathering will feature only real highly documented examples of Chevrolet’s hottest 396 powered muscle machines and Corvettes.

I am specifically taking care of 1969 Chevelles and El Camino(s), feel free to contact me or Bob Ashton directly about any Chevrolet L89's.

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[Ryan1969Chevelle]

More Ink for MCACN 2014 Chevrolet L89 Showcase!!

The March edition of Musclecar Review has a great picture of the L89 Camaro that Kenny Pascoe brought to the show to share!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-13277-21616-img_20150219_191133.jpg
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[Postsedan]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Xplantdad]

Cool stuff, Ryan...Jacquie and Glenn Benthin's L78 Chevelle is on the same page, too! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Nice people, I would let her buy me a car:-)

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Link to the ink:-)

http://www.mcacn.com/MCR32015.pdf

Ryan