Supercar showcase at Fall Vettefest

[sYc]

Once again the promoters of Fall Vettefest have asked the sYc to do another Supercar Showcase. This year's event will be held Nov. 20-21, 2004 at Chicago's McCormack Place. They would like to do some pre-event press releases of what will be attending, so once you know what you will be showing, please let us know so we can forward it on the VF.

Contact VF for registration and other information,

http://www.midamericapromotions.com/CVF%20main.htm

[ssl78]

I will be there with the Douglass Yenko.

[lzdick]

Tom,
I just sent in the registration to Mid America Promotions earlier in the week and will be taking the DY '69 Yenko Camaro.

[hvychev]

I think I will send in mine too for the Deuce. Have been bringing a car every November straight since 1998! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[sYc]

All club members, regardless of what they are showing, are encouraged to be a part of the sYc club display. As the list is updated, it will be forwarded on to Chevy Vettefest for pre-event press releases.

So far we have...

Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle
SCW- 2 cars ???

[Belair62]

It would be nice to get a strong showing of club members in Chicago...there are a LOT of cars in this neck of the woods... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[ssl78]

Bob, How come your name isn't on the list, If you start cleaning one of yours up know you should have it ready in time.

[Belair62]

I will be basking in the Florida sun as I usually do at Thanksgiving time....

[hvychev]

Tom should I just send the application in and mark it the Yenko Sportscar Club? Would it be possiable to place my fathers 2001 Camaro SS at the end of the display of close by? I need to get going because the lady at Mid America told me that after Friday they are done.

[DarrenX33]

Belair you mean your not going to have a car there for the monkeys to play in? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[sYc]

Frank, you bet, your dad is more then welcome to show with us. I have forwarded the list to VF, but you (and your dad)might mark on your entry form that you are with the sYc.

[sYc]

[ QUOTE ]
All club members, regardless of what they are showing, are encouraged to be a part of the sYc club display. As the list is updated, it will be forwarded on to Chevy Vettefest for pre-event press releases.

So far we have...

Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle
SCW- 2 cars ???

[/ QUOTE ]


Added...

Steve Sandlin, 1968 Chevelle, Dick Harrell conversion
1969 Camaro RS-COPO
1957 Belair convertible, 8 turbos

[hvychev]

Tom Please add Frank Sr.....2001 Camaro SS http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[JChlupsa]

I see nothing but the best of the best will be here as were over Labor Day

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v99/HawaiianCamaro/Cars/FLIER.jpg

[Belair62]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif...

[sYc]

Frank, will do. Glad to have your dad and his car in the club display. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif


Jeff, cool looking flyer. Steve's '57 really looks good on there. And I see Al included the club's logo as well. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

On a more somber note, hard to believe that it was less then a year ago, at VF, that my wife and I got the pleasure of dining with Chip and some of the other Vette guys. A really nice guy who will be sadly missed.

[sYc]

Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro
Glen Hanson-'69 COPO Camaro
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle
SCW- 2 cars ???
Steve Sandlin, '68 Chevelle, Dick Harrell conversion
1969 Camaro RS-COPO
1957 Belair convertible, 8 turbos (VF special showcase car)
Frank M., SR- '01 Camaro
Frank and Caleb A.- '69 COPO Camaro

[sYc]

Have made arrangements, where a video production company will be at Vettefest filming the sYc's supercar showcase. Motorsports Unlimited provides 28 cable channels in and around the Chicago area (parts of Wis, Ind. and Ill.) with weekly mortorsports shows. Besides footage of the cars, the history of the supercars will be discussed as well as interviews with car owners.

[hvychev]

Only first class with the sYc! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[DarrenX33]

I have to complain to Bill Wildt. I don't get Motorsports Unlimited in my area. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif

John are you co-hosting the show this year? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[Mr70]

It just ain't a carshow without Bill & the Girls! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif
http://www.illinimets.org/cars/feathermet.jpg

[DarrenX33]

Yeah that is about as much of the show as I have been seeing lately. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

[sYc]

Forgot to mention that our own <font color="red"> mr70 </font> will be displaying the original Motion Performance sign that he just purchased. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Salvatore]

Alright Rick!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Belair62]

LV's Belair was featured on that show...except I ran 50 miles an hour to get away when they came so it was a cameo appearance because "we can't find the owner of this awsum Belair" !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[sYc]

Spoke with Al today. To make sure we have enough spaces, I need to get a head count of who is planning on being a part of the sYc display at VF. Below is what I have as of today.



[ QUOTE ]
Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro
Glen Hanson-'69 COPO Camaro
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle
SCW- 2 cars ???
Steve Sandlin, '68 Chevelle, Dick Harrell conversion
1969 Camaro RS-COPO
1957 Belair convertible, 8 turbos (VF special showcase car)
Frank M., SR- '01 Camaro
Frank and Caleb A.- '69 COPO Camaro

[/ QUOTE ]

[sYc]

<font color="red"> Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro
Glen Hanson-'69 COPO Camaro
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle
SCW- 2 cars ???
Steve Sandlin, '68 Chevelle, Dick Harrell conversion
1969 Camaro RS-COPO
1957 Belair convertible, 8 turbos (VF special showcase car)
2004 HRSS454
Frank M., SR- '01 Camaro
Frank and Caleb A.- '69 COPO Camaro
</font>

[SOM2001SS]

I'll be there but won't be showing a car this time http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif
Timid to bring a car after my SS got rearended on the way there last fall http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[DarrenX33]

[ QUOTE ]
Frank and Caleb A.- '69 COPO Camaro

[/ QUOTE ]

Yes! Have to get there early to schedule a drawing with Caleb. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[chads454Ls6]

Tom,received my paperwork from mid-america and there is no mention of the showcar showcase. Is that normal or is there something else i have to do? Chad

[Mr70]

You should be alright.Just mention you are with the Showcar Showcase.....and don't forget to give them the sYc Handsignal to recieve your free complimentary sYc Terry cloth bathrobehttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif
http://www.emcadgifts.co.uk/images/towelbathrobe.jpg

[Belair62]

Tom...when you see Mr70 at Vettefest could you please put his hands in casts for us ?

[DarrenX33]

Better yet. How bout I give his computer a password when he's not lookin'? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[budnate]

Perfect!!!!!

[sYc]

Chad, doing it a little different then last year. I have sent Al the same list as is posted here, which will allow us to park together.

[ORIGLS6]

[ QUOTE ]
Tom...when you see Mr70 at Vettefest could you please put his hands in casts for us ?

[/ QUOTE ]

Use your POWER, Mr. Moderator!!!

BANNED! BANNED! BANNED! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Belair62]

No way...it would make him too happy !

[sYc]

Well, VF is almost here and it appears the sYc's area will be "a buzz" with activity again this year. Besides the outstanding lineup of supercars, Rick (mr70) is bringing a ton of neat stuff, including the original Motion sign he just purchased. Also, Sandlin's '57 will be in a special showcase, spinning on a turntable thanks to Dave (mrrec).

The Mrs. and I hope to arrive in Chitown mid morning Friday. When is everyone else planning on puiling in?

[mhassett]

Tom, I will be there Friday Morning (taking the wife's car) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif Looking forward to seeing you guys.
Mark

[Belair62]

[ QUOTE ]
"a buzz" with activity

[/ QUOTE ]

Tom that stuff is not allowed in the building....you may be able to sneak in some lacquer thinner though !! They will think it's auto related !!

[sYc]

Nah, better not. Every time I get near lacquer thinner, I go plum loco. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[LVCamaro]

Tom,
Gus will have my stuff and looking for you in the exhibit hall first thing Friday morning, then I'll be trying to find you around 3:00 PM.

SS

[Belair62]

LV...one way or another I have to get you the stuff for the 62....

[Belair62]

[ QUOTE ]
Nah, better not. Every time I get near lacquer thinner, I go plum loco. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Ever try catnip ? at least thats what Charley told me it is.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[LVCamaro]

[ QUOTE ]
LV...one way or another I have to get you the stuff for the 62....

[/ QUOTE ]

Yeah!! I've got just the place for that stuff.

[ssl78]

I plan on getting there around 2 oclock. I hope it doesnt rain since I will be driving it there.

[sYc]

Just got word that the video crew will be filming us on Saturday.

[hvychev]

Tom we will try to be there around 1pm also as long as no rain is actually falling since we will be driving as well.

[Belair62]

Frank...whats a little rain..when I saw you after powertour it was a monsoon !!!!

[hvychev]

Yeah but I hate cleaning them!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif

[moparts]

[ QUOTE ]
I go plum loco. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

And its a shorter trip for some than others! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[DarrenX33]

Rick and I should be there setting up around noon. Looking forward to this. Gonna be fun! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[JChlupsa]

Scroll down and check out the some of the folks from here that will be attending.

http://www.midamericapromotions.com/showcase.htm

[Seattle Sam]

From the Mid-America Showcase web page...
[ QUOTE ]
Frank Magallon - Plainfield, IL
1970 Yenko Nova, Red/black stripe.
Winner of the 2004 Yenko Deuce shootout held during the Supercar Reunion.

[/ QUOTE ]

How sweet it is!!!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[sYc]

Dear mom and dad. Having fun and meeting a lot of nice folks, please send money. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Friday night ran into several members, including Belair and sixtiesmuscle. Belair was carrying around 2-3 gold spinner awards, which he said he won, but I am inclined to believe he got them at a flea market. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif Thanks to Belair, did get to sample some Chicago style pizza. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

The sYc club display is drawing a lot attention again this year. Out in front is Sandlin's '57, being showcased on one of mrrec's turntables. Next is mr70's dealer sign display, really neat. All this is followed by two rows of supercars. Several of the cars were judged yesterday and it will be interesting to see how they do. Rumor has it, one scored a 999(not mine). http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

The shooting of the video was fun. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

Over all a another nice event, and a big thank goes out to Al @ Mid America for his hospitality. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[DarrenX33]

[ QUOTE ]
The shooting of the video was fun.

[/ QUOTE ]

For me frightening. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[moparts]

Just talked to Tom for a min. congrats to all of the SYC members who won gold spinners. And now the SYC group has a top gun.

[Mr Yenko]

You mean we have taken Top Gun 2 years running.Frank and Caleb Arone took it last fall with their 69 Lemans blue COPO Camaro. And congradulations to this years Top Gun winner, Rich Gregory and his X-66 Daytona yellow camaro. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Chevy454]

Sandlin's '57 'Vert got the Modified Chevy "Top Gun" award, and Rich Gregory got the Stock Chevy "Top Gun" award...our '69 Yenko Nova as well as Frank Arone's '69 COPO Camaro both got Gold Spinners. Dad said he gave away LOTS of SCR8 fliers!

(Sorry if I left anyone out, I just got to holler at dad for a second on the cell.)

[LVCamaro]

This pic was taken from our room yesterday in the Hyatt hotel that's attached/adjacent to the McCormick Place exhibit hall...just to give an idea where the show is located in Chicago. Don't make a wrong turn with your truck and transport trailer http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif

[LVCamaro]

The motley crew.

[LVCamaro]

Some of the sYc cars on display.

[LVCamaro]

Another.

[LVCamaro]

More motley crew.

[LVCamaro]

Back to the cars in the sYc display.

[LVCamaro]

Another car..

[LVCamaro]

Another..

[LVCamaro]

Another...

[LVCamaro]

Another.....

[LVCamaro]

Another......

There were several other sYc members and their beautiful cars scattered about the exhibit hall. This is all the pics I got before my camera battery gave it up.

[TimG]

There were a bunch of cars there that I wanted to see. Overall it was a good show, it was hard to top last year with the turnout of supercars that showed up for that event. I watched some of the filming on Saturday, should be a good production. The sYc display was great.

[68l30]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif to all who were there and congrats to those who won awards.What a showing of the sYc! Wish I could have made the trip this year..


Steve http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[DarrenX33]

Had an excellent time at this show. Hope everyone made it home safely! We still have 2 guys on the road headed west. Let's wish them continued safety on their trek. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[sYc]

I am working on two hours sleep, so bear with me, but here goes.

First of all, my apoligys to Rich for his car not getting parked in the sYc area. A really well done car, which is evident by the fact that Rich took home one of the coveted Top Gun awards, along with Steve Sandlin. This makes 3 for the sYc in 2 years, Rich &amp; Steve, 2004, and Frank A. 2003.
2005 ????

Here is how I think it went.

Yenko Sportscar Club, special club participation award
Tom C.- '69 Yenko Nova, Gold Spinner
John P.-'69 Douglass/Yenko Camaro, Gold Spinner
Glen Hanson-'69 COPO Camaro, not-judged (GS quality)
Frank M.-'70 Yenko Nova, Blue/Gold Bow Tie Boulevard
Rich G.- '69 Yenko Camaro, Top Gun &amp; Gold Spinner
Chad B.-'69 Yenko Chevelle, not-judged (GS quality)
Steve Sandlin, '68 Chevelle, DH conversion, not judged
Steve Sandlin- 2004 HRSS, Blue/Gold Bow Tie Boulevard
Steve Sandlin- 1957 Belair conver., Top Gun &amp; Gold Spinner
Frank M., SR- '01 Camaro, Blue/Gold Bow Tie Boulevard
Frank and Caleb A.- '69 COPO Camaro, Gold Spinner(999 pts.)

Now to the women folk.

Ginny Hasset, 1994(?) Camaro, Blue/Gold Bow Tie Boulevard
Helen &amp; Nancy Gibb, '02 ZL-1 Camaro, Blue/Gold Bow Tie Boulevard

And, I know there were a few other folks who hang out here who had cars there. Hopefully they will let us know how they did.

Special thanks to Rick (Mr70) for the dealership display and Dave (mrrec) for the turntable. And to Kenny, Gus, Darren and the other fine folks who were there to lend a hand when needed.

Even though there were less supercars attending this year, the public, and the judges as well, were really impressed with the sYc display, especially the qaulity. And speaking of judges, top notch. I do not envy their job. The gentleman who judged my Nova was a former NCRS judge, who was very knowledgeable, and very courteous.

[ORIGLS6]

I had a chance to spend time with the guys Saturday and , although the number of cars was down, the Quality was as impressive as ever. Great Job again Fellows! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Here's a shot of our esteemed front man "On the Job" Saturday afternoon.

[ORIGLS6]

The Marquee.........

[LVCamaro]

I know that Bob and Larry Adcock were there with their beautiful hugger orange '69 Z28, but I don't know if they had their car judged. It was an absolutely gorgeous Z, which doesn't surprise me knowing Bob &amp; Larry. Congrats to both of you! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[sYc]

I forgot to mention another valued member of the sYc team. That is Caleb Arone, our resident supercar artist, who, as always, amazed us all with his artist talent. I beleive Steve's "Incinerator" was among the cars immortalized in ink.

[DarrenX33]

Indeed Caleb is the best! He did one of my Z. I ran home and framed it. Thanks Caleb. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif &lt;--make that root beer. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

The Kid rocks, simple as that http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Another root beer for him http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[bkhpah]

Congrats to all the participants this fall. I have more than a couple "Caleb" originals....BKH http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[ORIGLS6]

[ QUOTE ]
I forgot to mention another valued member of the sYc team. That is Caleb Arone, our resident supercar artist, who, as always, amazed us all with his artist talent. I beleive Steve's "Incinerator" was among the cars immortalized in ink.

[/ QUOTE ]

It was for sure! It was a treat to witness Caleb hand the illustration to Steve, and a double treat to see the smile on Steve's face when he accepted it. (I snapped the shot just before he presented the work to Steve)

Now we just need to convince the young man to accept some compensation for his works! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[LVCamaro]

That looks more like the shot of when John P. told Clary his fly was open.

It was good to see you again, Dennis! You witnessed that I tried to pay Caleb for the rendering, but he absolutely refused. He muttered something about his Dad did okay on the parts he sold me. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[DarrenX33]

[ QUOTE ]
That looks more like the shot of when John P. told Clary his fly was open.


[/ QUOTE ] http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

Glad I wasn't there. I don't want anyone taking pictures of my backside. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Born30YrsLate]

Clary zipping up his fly looks like quite the spectacle...did he get something stuck???... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif

[hvychev]

Had a GREAT time hanging out with the club!! Some cool cars in our group.....makes me long for SCR8 even more! Thanks to all! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[mhassett]

I would like to say a "Big" Congrats to ALL the Guys that Won!! The SYC Display area looked GREAT!! Kinda SAD that I didn't bring a car to Represent the group-BUT-it was my wife's turn with her car. I want to Thank All the guys that did come over and see her car('94 Z-28 Modified), GOLD in the Bow Tie Class with we think a ( 995 ) don't know for sure until they send out the judging sheets. Caleb is going to draw her car also and can't wait to see that. Hope everyone made it home safe &amp; sound.
Mark

[mrrec]

Great cars, great guys.

Thanks, Tom for your help with Vettefest lining up the Auto-Spin and ALL you do for the sYc.

Thanks, Rick for taking care of my signs.

Thanks, Steve for allowing us to showcase the Inciner8tor on the Auto-Spin. I'm confident you'll have more fun with your cars spinning around on that new turntable! Thanks for your business.

Auto-Spin.com for anyone interested in seeing the turntable. How's that for subtle advertising?

I don't take cars to many shows, but might have to take a couple to this one next time......

Dave

[ORIGLS6]

[ QUOTE ]
That looks more like the shot of when John P. told Clary his fly was open.
You witnessed that I tried to pay Caleb for the rendering, but he absolutely refused. He muttered something about his Dad did okay on the parts he sold me.

[/ QUOTE ]

In Tom's defense, the shot was taken just as he was checking tire clearance on the HR SS 454. This poor photographer just failed to get the car in the shot. Sorry for the grief you're taking Tom!

It's true Steve tried to pay Caleb for the work, just like a few others had tried to pay him at SCR7. I told him he needed to accept what was offered to him and apply it to the restoration of HIS car!!! Guess we'll have to get sneaky about our "compensations"...... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

And Mark; I stopped to look at Ginny's Camaro and was greeted by the biggest smile I've seen in quite a while. She noticed my sYc shirt and struck up a quick conversation. A pretty special lady; proud of her car and your collection, as she should be. My congrats to both of you! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Mr70]

It was a Good time!
Tom C. putting on Franks Fencl-Tufo Chevrolet display Jacket was a hoot.
Size small &amp; it fit fine! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Ginnie Hassetts' Blue 94 Camaro is VERY Nice.Congrats on the Win. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/Hassett0001.jpg

[Mr70]

Two of the Nicest,Hardest working guys you could ever meet....and I love to have their Job! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/Guspaco0001.jpg

[Mr70]

Ginnie H. engine
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/hassett20001.jpg

[Mr70]

This is a really nice resto done by my friend in his garage here.He does this on the side of his real job.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/vfgeorge0001.jpg

[Mr70]

Rear
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/vfgeorge20001.jpg

[Mr70]

My friend Daves Factory painted code 43 Citrus Green LS6,with a green interior.A color combo that was not possible on a 1970 LS6,but has papers to support its authenticity.
Quite possibly the only one built.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/vfcitrus0001.jpg

[Mr70]

Frank couldn't stop talking about this place...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/VFsherry0001.jpg

[DarrenX33]

I would really like to know how much business they did that weekend. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Jeff Murphy]

[ QUOTE ]
It's true Steve tried to pay Caleb for the work, just like a few others had tried to pay him at SCR7. I told him he needed to accept what was offered to him and apply it to the restoration of HIS car!!! Guess we'll have to get sneaky about our "compensations"...... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

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In the end Annie did beat him up enough to take some dough for drawing her car at SCR7, but all he did was donate it to the SYC... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif Caleb is one of the coolest, funniest young guys I've met in a while. And I'm proud to say I have an original Caleb Arone drawing of my ZL-1, too.

Frank and his wife should be giving seminars on child raising! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[Mr70]

I want thank Tom Clary for the invite &amp; allowing me &amp; DarrenX33,(In debted to him for his Help http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif),to take up space &amp; set up some of my Vintage Chevrolet Display signs &amp; Lights.
THANK YOU! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/motionvf0001.jpg

[Mr70]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/VF3lights0001.jpg

[Mr70]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/sptsdeptflags0001.jpg

[Mr70]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/sportsrear0001.jpg

[sYc]

Rick, I big THANK YOU to you, and of course, Darren, for sharing this stuff with us. Some really neat dealer items. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

A couple of times, while you were not around, I could have made a tidy profit on it. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[DarrenX33]

Thanks Captain! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Belair62]

....nice Subaru Darren

[hvychev]

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From the Mid-America Showcase web page...
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Frank Magallon - Plainfield, IL
1970 Yenko Nova, Red/black stripe.
Winner of the 2004 Yenko Deuce shootout held during the Supercar Reunion.


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Sam I just noticed your post......Like I am big time attraction or something! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[hvychev]

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Frank couldn't stop talking about this place...

Sherrys Wigs......


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That the F was the deal with the wig shop at a car show?????????? There was also a stand where they were selling $10.00 fake Rolex watches, a Beanie Babie stand, a Southwest Style Coat stand, a silver jewelery stand, a flag pole and house ladder stand, not to mention the usual cheap $5.00 tool, plaster figureines, and 10 different stands selling 1/18 scale die cast cars!!!!!!!!!!!!! Is this a trade show or a muscle car show??? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

I could soap box about this pathetic debacle for an hour so I will quit while I am ahead. I fear the future of car shows...... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[camarojoe]

I fear for future car shows too... rumor has it Frank is planning to "roll" into SCR8 sporting his new shoulder length curly wig, Southwest style full length coat, gold rolex, and a full array of silver jewelry he picked up at Vettefest. I just hope his custom made 22's for the deuce show up in time for the show. As he told me, Pimpin' aint easy. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[DarrenX33]

Now Marlin is really in trouble. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

[ORIGLS6]

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Like I am big time attraction or something!

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Hey Frankie, you are a BIG attraction. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

In fact; You're a BIG everything............... (including a BIG PITA!) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Happy Thanksgiving, you BIG Turkey!

[Pantera]

I am just dumbfounded by this. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsdown.gif I can't beleive it but we just recieved the advertizing flyer for the Vettefest event on Sat. the 20th! I wonder how they expect to draw people to the show if they are so late in sending out their advertizing? I know it is a long way to Okla but that is rediclous?

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

Pantera

[Verne_Frantz]

Nice to see the "sign" got out for people to enjoy, Rick. I wouldn't be surprised if you had a few offers. Now, I wonder if I'll be able to afford to bring it back home when the new shop is done...... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

Verne

[hvychev]

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rumor has it Frank is planning to "roll" into SCR8 sporting his new shoulder length curly wig, Southwest style full length coat, gold rolex, and a full array of silver jewelry he picked up at Vettefest. I just hope his custom made 22's for the deuce show up in time for the show. As he told me, Pimpin' aint easy.



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LOL!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Xplantdad]

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I am just dumbfounded by this. I can't beleive it but we just recieved the advertizing flyer for the Vettefest event on Sat. the 20th! I wonder how they expect to draw people to the show if they are so late in sending out their advertizing? I know it is a long way to Okla but that is rediclous?



Pantera

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It seems like "Mid America Promotions" really dropped the ball on this one...I work in corporate promotions for a major motorsports group here in Arizona and I would be fired for trying to pull off what they did.

Number one, if you're going to have a car show, you then approach vendors who have something to offer that deals with cars...I.E. vendors who sell waxes, chamois, local area custom painters with examples of their work, pinstripers, detailers, and the list goes on and on...

Secondly, the name of the game is marketing what you're trying to "sell". That means print, radio, direct mail,and TV spots at a minimum(one to two months out). Plus hitting all the local car clubs, hang outs, cruises and other car shows with flyers a MINIMUM of 3 months out. There's a lot of leg work involved.


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That the F was the deal with the wig shop at a car show?????????? There was also a stand where they were selling $10.00 fake Rolex watches, a Beanie Babie stand, a Southwest Style Coat stand, a silver jewelery stand, a flag pole and house ladder stand, not to mention the usual cheap $5.00 tool, plaster figureines, and 10 different stands selling 1/18 scale die cast cars!!!!!!!!!!!!! Is this a trade show or a muscle car show???

I could soap box about this pathetic debacle for an hour so I will quit while I am ahead. I fear the future of car shows......

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Frank

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I can't imagine the rationale behind having a wig vendor at a car show, nor a beanie baby vendor, etc.

If the people who had the ladders and flagpoles(telescoping) were an older couple, who had a big bowl of candy in their booth...they're an awfully nice couple...Though they should be marketing their wares at home improvement shows!

I think that Mid America should have second thoughts about having "out of place" vendors next year.

Here in Phoenix, the Motor Trend Auto show is this weekend, and our company is exhibiting ten Harleys there! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

See attachment for where I was a few weeks ago in Tempe! Boy, do I have some GREAT photos of the local "wildlife" from that show..but this is an automotive site, not a motorcycle site...right Belair?

Bruce

[sYc]

Yes, to us car guys and gals, if it is not car related, it does not belong. But, in the big picture, I would have to say yes, it does belong. Why you ask? 1. to pay the bills. With 1000s of shows being held each year, promoters are always looking for new ways to attract cars and spectators. 2. this year VF had a special Womens Showcase, for women car owners only, thus booths taylored for them. 3. to offer something for the spectators attending who are not into buying car stuff. For example my wife, who watched the flag pole/ladder demo and was quite impressed and who also bought several items from the women only, non-car related booths. And by the way, this is a good thing, as any one who is married and shows cars knows, keeping the Mrs. happy is a must. 4. once you start eliminating what you do not like, where does it end? No lead sleds, or pro-touring, or anything non-original? One of the ideas being kicked around is a show case for young car owners, which no doubt will attract booths taylored towards the younger crowd. Kind of leaves me out, but IMO, a good idea never the less.


As far as media advertising, even though some of the flyers arrived too late, I feel VF does do a good job of promoting the event, before and after. This includes TV, newspaper, flyers, brochures, etc. With the cost of advertsing what it is today and the wide range of publications read by the various car enthusiasts, promoting is a very risky, and expensive business.

All in all, VF is not perfect by no means, but I do feel is doing the best they can with what they have to work with. I had a great time (and the wife as well) and am looking forward to next year.

[Mr70]

One of the ideas being kicked around is a show case for young car owners, which no doubt will attract booths taylored towards the younger crowd. Kind of leaves me out, but IMO, a good idea never the less.

I for one,support this Idea 100%.
I look forward to seeing Caleb Arone bring his Car to Completion soon,&amp; possibly participating in this.A class act all the way. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif
Thank You Caleb! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v370/darren_costello/caleb30001.jpg

[70 copo]

On the vendor issue Tom is right. Those of you who may think that Vettefest "dropped the ball" should go the the "ultimate automotive lifestyle event" the Barriett-Jackson collector car auction-any place it is held.

Scottsdale for example is clearly the big event with Lots and Lots of non car stuff for sale. The only differance is that the junk for sale costs really big dollars.

Vettefest is clearly the best all chevy event held indoors in the world, and the participation of the SYC has made it even better.

Phil http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[HuggerX22]

I was unable to get to this years event and enjoyed the photo's. The thread raised the question of the non car related vendors at the show. This seem's to be a growing trend at most events I attend. In the case of Vettefest I'm confident it is pure econonics. Chicago has long been the most expensive venue on the trade show circuit and Vettefest is probably no different. Space rented equals revenue and Mid-America is a business.

I know that Mid-America is trying to sell the 5 events they promote locally. So there maybe money concern's already.They have contacted Joe Beele the promoter of the "Skip's" shows to see if he had interest. The company that promotes the Jefferson swap meet is also being shopped for sale due to health issue's of the owner. I hear for a million or so it could be yours. The cost of the insurance alone could choke a company to bankrupcy, let alone all the other related costs. If the non-car related vendors help offset the cost and allow these events to continue we better get used to seeing these type of booths.
Happy Thanksgiving to all...

[ssl78]

As always Vettefest was a great time. The SYC display was exceptional from Steve's 57 Chevy to the restored supercars and Rick's memorbilia display.
I didnt even get to see the whole show there always seemed to be someone else to talk to. This was the first time I was able to see Calebs work it was awesome.
At the beginning VF used to be known for its great swap meet its a shame every year its less of a swap meet and more of a car show. I am sure the swap meet brought a lot of revenue to the show for a 10x10 spot even 15 years ago it was 90.00 and you really needed 2 of them. So I guess the revenue has to be made up somewhere. We could all thank Ebay for the diminishing swap meets.
It was fun having Bill Wildt from Motorsport Unlimited tape a show on our group. If anyone would like a tape of the show let me know.

[chads454Ls6]

Had a very good time at vettfest and it was nice seeing the gang again. Johns right,ebay has killed swap meets alltogether as there is no more fun in going to them because it seems to be all the same stuff. Looking forward to barrett jackson in january.

[Mr70]

It is down from what it used to be,but I still found some interesting Vintage Dealer items in the swapmeet section. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/Charley.gif

[Belair62]

The cost of feeding the McCormick Place monster has to be almost unbearable..I wonder if they have checked out Rosemont or other larger exhibition space here in the area. It probably wouldn't be Vettefest if it was moved. It's been there a long time now. Gold Spinner is known world wide....so are Silver and Bronze for that matter. I heard the Vette judging is really tough

[HuggerX22]

Bel-Air,
I have given some thought to a suburban event. Vettefest started at Arlington Park but they won't do inside cars anymore. The Village of Schaumburg is building a convention center/hotel at Meacham and the tollway. Maybe a group of facilities guys could become venture capitalist's/promoters.Wasn't there a small concert planned in a cornfield in upstate NY when our cars were new?
Hope all is well with you.

[Belair62]

The Arlington shows were cool weren't they..it sure grew from there...that's the first show I saw the Morrocco/Shor Yenko Chevelle...it would be great to see Vettefest some to Schaumburg wouldn't it ??/ All good here.....see you at the cruises !!

[sYc]

One of my favorite cars at VF was the Nickey Sponsered Purple People Eater Corvette, being shown in memory of Chip Miller. A racing Corvette in Purple paint is a real attention getter, Sounded good as well. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

Bob, was interesting to watch the judges as they judged the cars at VF. With pens, pads and flashlights in hand, performing a thankless job. Besides mine, I watched them judge a couple of others, incluidng a Corvette. Very knowledgeable about what they were doing and did it in a very professional manner. My hats to all of them. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[ssl78]

For most Comcast viewers in the Chicago area , The show that Motorsport Unlimited taped at Vettefest on the SYC display will be aired this week. Channel 19 starting Sunday and Wendsday at 9 pm and Friday at 5 pm. For further scheduling go to [email protected]

[Belair62]

John//are you on camera ? My wife actually gets pissed when she sees those girls....she wants to run up to them and ask them if they are nuts for wearing that crap !!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[DarrenX33]

Just one girl this time. Dressed very business casual if I remember correctly. Shouldn't bother the Mrs. at all. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[ssl78]

Bob, Bill has gotten away from the girls with the feathers. I watched a tape of the show last night it looked pretty good. I know not everybody liked the girls but it served its purpose of drawing people not just motorsport people to watch the show.

[Mr70]

I miss the Peacock girls in the attachment.
Did the Darren Hanson interview make it to air? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[ssl78]

Yes Darren's interview made it, he was over watching it with me last night. It turned out well. By the way did anyone know that Bill host of Motorsport unlimited built a rocket bike totally from scratch here is a picture of The WARBIKE

[Belair62]

He is a really knowledgeable guy with ALL things motorsports...

[sYc]

John, thanks for setting this up. And yes, when it comes to motorsports, Bill is VERY knowledgeable. I enjoyed visiting with him about some of his past projects. Like a lot of us, a wonder he is still alive. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[ssl78]

Tom, glad to have been able to help set this up, it is always good to see theese cars preserved on tape so it could be enjoyed in the future. Let me know what address you want your tape of the show mailed to. Thanks

[JChlupsa]

The new issue of Chevy Rumble has an article on the Fall 04 VetteFest. Congrats to Mrs. Hassett for making the article as well as the mention of the sYc at the end of the article. One of these days Ill make it back home to attend.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v99/HawaiianCamaro/Magazine%20articles/VettefestFall2004.jpg

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[70 copo]

Ginnie's car is SCARY fast. Really winds up with the Pro charger. About 10 years ago we (three of us) were in it in on an open section of road - punched it and were up over 130 mph in no time flat.

There was a car up ahead, - about an 1/8 mile up as I recall. We closed on that car so fast I was sure that we were going to rear end it. The car really is that fast, and had the brakes that were needed to slow it down.

Phil http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[Chevy454]

What's the scoop on that funny car? Is it the real deal??

[Mr70]

The Chicago Fire http://alois.ktct.cz/gify/fire.gif
(That was also the name our now Defunct USAFL Football Team)
While there,I asked a man who I didn't know standing next to it.He said yes,it was the real Authentic car.I have heard about this car from growing up here,but I never saw it race personally.It's a Big Block Vega,owned by the Ignoffo Family in Wonder lake Il.
Nickey Chevrolet &amp; Iggys Muffler Shop Sponsors. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif