Pic of Macombs First Fred Gibb Cruise Night [Archive]

Schonyenko2

08-08-2005, 06:24 AM

From the info I got there was around 200+ cars in Macomb with pretty much all the specialty cars being there. Monmouth had around 900 . I believe Mayor Brown told me 500 at the Gibb show. Very nice show in LaHarpe this year. Mrs. Gibb was as pretty as ever.

zeebad1

08-08-2005, 06:29 AM

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Mrs. Gibb was as pretty as ever.

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....and you didn't have a camera? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

I'm just jealous 'cause I wasn't there. Already counting on next year.

Schonyenko2

08-08-2005, 06:36 AM

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Mrs. Gibb was as pretty as ever.

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....and you didn't have a camera? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

I'm just jealous 'cause I wasn't there. Already counting on next year.

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No, I forgot to take it along. It wouldn't have mattered much anyway as I'd have to send the film to Bulgaria to get developed. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/BelairSucks.gif

Mr70

08-08-2005, 06:50 AM

Not true,Bulgaria outsources everything to Iowa these days.

That lady truly is Hellen wheels.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

Belair62

08-08-2005, 07:55 AM

Just found out...even Bulgaria uses digital now. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/Charley.gif

ORIGLS6

08-08-2005, 05:54 PM

Andy,

Where were you? We got there around 6 PM and were sitting between "Lil Hoss" and "Fonzie". Wish you had stopped by.

I have a few pix too, but we're having ISP problems at home and I forgot to bring the interface cable to work today to pull the images from the camera. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif Maybe Tuesday, OK?

Schonyenko2

08-08-2005, 06:07 PM

I got to meet the new Mrs. Cumby while in LaHarpe. Mr Cumby has done very well indeed. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

ORIGLS6

08-08-2005, 06:31 PM

Yeah, I'm just waiting 'til she realizes just what she's gotten herself into! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

We spent Saturday afternoon in the company of Howie, and she's STILL with me this morning! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif

Maybe having Kenny Brown, Jerry Burford, Bob Lionberger, Don Stowers, Ray Morrison, Barnhart, Nelson and Schonye around helped counter the ill effects of Mr. Howie!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif Thanks Guys!!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif (Oh NO; did I say Barnhart???? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif)

J_D

08-08-2005, 06:42 PM

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Only one picture? Come on people. I need to see what I missed. I hope I have my car back for next year.

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I took 122 digital photos there both at the Macomb cruise night and also at the Fred Gibb Show on Saturday. As soon as I get time, they will be posted on our clubs website, www.midiowacamaroclub.com (http://www.midiowacamaroclub.com)

When you to into our website, click on photo galleries at the top of the page and them find the one titled 7th Annual Fred Gibb Memorial Car Show and Macomb Cruise Night. I believe it is the 5th or 6th one down from the top.

J_D

08-08-2005, 06:47 PM

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I was at the First fred gibb cruise in Macomb tonight. Was a good combination of super cars as usuall.

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I like the photo you posted. THAT'S OUR CLUB'S CAMAROS ! ! !

The first one is a red 2000 Phase2X Berger SS, the second one is a white 2002 Phase I ZL1, the third one is my black 2002 Phase II ZL1, the fourth one is the 1999/2000 Chevrolet Legends Tour Z/28 Camaro (Hugger Orange 1999 Z/28), etc.

Our club took 15 Camaros to Macomb and the Gibb Show this year.

ORIGLS6

08-08-2005, 07:49 PM

Hey Howie, clean out your PM's. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Kim_Howie

08-08-2005, 08:34 PM

The Triple Crown Pic The tree orginal owners of Fred Gibb cars 70,69 and 68. Neat picture. 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/flag.gif

SS427

08-08-2005, 08:46 PM

Not only all three years but all three models! Does not get much better than this and then throw in the fact that they are three of the nicest original owners you will ever meet. Unfortunately, if not for her untimely death, they could have added yet another model to the lineup.

Hats off to Kenny Brown and crew for a VERY profession job done on the show. A very fun event for sure. Got to finally put some names with some faces, made new friends and drank with the old ones. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

ORIGLS6

08-08-2005, 08:56 PM

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Unfortunately, if not for her untimely death, they could have added yet another model to the lineup.

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Too true Rick. Evelyn Parrish and her '65 Super Sport would have made the picture even sweeter.

"This could possibly be one of the finest original unrestored cars in the country. This gem is owned by Evelyn Parrish, its original owner. Evelyn was none other than Fred Gibb's personal secretary. Too bad warranties are time dependent because if mileage were the only stipulation, I think this car would be covered."

sYc

08-09-2005, 12:56 AM

Friday night at Macomb. Rich Gregory's award winning Yenko, Howie's "Fonzie" car and Cumby's LS-6 Chevelle from Fred Gibb.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152289-FG-1.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:01 AM

Ken Barnhart's ZL-1 and Don Stower's Orange Yenko at Macomb.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152290-fg-2.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:05 AM

More from Macomb. Helen Gibb's '02 Camaro, Porterfield's ZL-1, Ray Morrison's '68 Nova and Boje's "Lil Hoss".

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152294-fg-3.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:07 AM

Jerry and Pam Albert's Duece.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152296-fg-4.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:13 AM

Some run of the mill Nova that snuck in the supercar section. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152297-fg-5.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:19 AM

A couple of ZL-1s peeking out from underneath one of the tents at the Gibb show.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152301-fg-6.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:22 AM

The Nova sneaking in again, at the Gibb show this time.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152302-fg-7.JPG

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:24 AM

An original owner LS-6 Chevelle from Fred Gibb Chevrolet. Hum.. wonder who that belongs to?

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152303-fg-8.JPG

kwhizz

08-09-2005, 01:27 AM

Great Pic's........Thanks for Posting......."American Muscle" at it's finest

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

sYc

08-09-2005, 01:28 AM

Tent number 2, packed with more rare Chevys.

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/152306-fg-9.JPG

AnnieHartweg

08-09-2005, 06:17 AM

Thank you for the wonderful pics Tom!

Once again Mayor Brown, Jerry, Bob and ALL of your volunteers out did themselves!!!!!!! The welcome, organization, and cooperation were fantastic! For those who have not had the chance to attend one of the Gibb shows, give it some serious thought next year, these guys really know what they are doing and the visit is more than worth while. Not only do they make sure each and every entrant is taken care of, they attract some of the very best cars and people in the hobby. It was more than an honor to join the group of organizers and participates.

Many, many thanks to one and all involved. It was a fantastic day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Belair62

08-09-2005, 06:49 AM

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Yeah, I'm just waiting 'til she realizes just what she's gotten herself into

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Don't sweat it Dennis...just keep buying her the wrong prescription for her contacts...she'll never know. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

zeebad1

08-09-2005, 07:57 AM

Thank you for the pictures. It reinforces the fact that I need to be there next year. Car or not.

sYc

08-09-2005, 06:20 PM

Yes, all of the volunteers connected with the Gibb show are to be commended for another job well done. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

And you never know who you will bump into there. I had lunch with a fellow (wish I could remember his name) who worked in the shop at the Gibb dealership. Was very interesting to hear about 427 engine swaps, the vast array of speed parts on hand, test drives, etc.

Of course all of the regulars were on hand, Helen, Nancy, Jerry and Herb.

And one of the highlights of the show for me was spending time visiting with Lee Hamilton, who was shop foreman at the Kansas City Dick Harrell Performance Center in '70-'71. It was neat hear more of the history surrounding both Dick Harrell and Fred Gibb.

BTW, many of these fine folks, as well as a lot of the cars, will be at SCR8. Some even drag racing. I know Ken Barnhart has a fresh "Yenko" engine in his ZL-1 Camaro.

Kim_Howie

08-09-2005, 07:15 PM

Tom was the guy 50ish fullhead of dark hair kind of stocky built??

ORIGLS6

08-09-2005, 11:02 PM

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BTW, many of these fine folks, as well as a lot of the cars, will be at SCR8. Some even drag racing. I know Ken Barnhart has a fresh "Yenko" engine in his ZL-1 Camaro.

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This is one of the coolest sights I've seen in a long time. Unfortunately, very few people who witness this have any idea what they're seeing!

I've said it before; I'll say it again......
MY HERO! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

ORIGLS6

08-09-2005, 11:07 PM

Another....

sYc

08-09-2005, 11:09 PM

Dennis, even my wife, who is not a car person, thought it was kind of neat.

SS427

08-09-2005, 11:47 PM

One regret that I had was that the truck was not parked near the tent along with Ken's car. This would have made for a really neat conversation piece especially with all the era photos. When was the last time we have seen the original hauler and race car still in the hands of the original owner? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif By the way Ken, did you get that grease stain out of your jeans. The wife was NOT too happy with you!

68TopStock

08-10-2005, 07:03 AM

Tom,

The fellow you met at lunch was Jim McPeak. I really liked the story about the six cylinder transplant into one of the 50 Chevy II's. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

mayor_b

08-10-2005, 07:56 AM

thanks to everyone who attened our 7th. annual. Sure was nice to see such a crowd. My many thanks to all the people who helped put this show together, If anyone has or is getting pictures I could use a few for our web and for Chevy Rumble. I will post as I get them, thanks again for now , Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

J_D

08-10-2005, 10:55 PM

I have now had an opportunity to post the photographs that I took this last weekend into Camaro Club website that I belong to.

Go to www.midiowacamaroclub.com (http://www.midiowacamaroclub.com) and select photo galleries at the top of the page. About the 5th category down you will find Macomb Cruise Night / Fred Gibb Car Show 2005.

There are 10 pages of photographs. Just click on any thumbnail image and it will enlarge it to full screen.

chevelle_ss_502

08-11-2005, 07:22 AM

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Andy,

Where were you? We got there around 6 PM and were sitting between "Lil Hoss" and "Fonzie". Wish you had stopped by."

I looked for you at both Macomb and at LaHarpe and didnt see you at either place. I got to Macomb around 630. Guess we both were just in different places at different times.
Thanks for all the added pics. I have a bunch more if I can find a place to host them.
I still cant get over the way the 02 ZL1 Cars sound. They just sound like pure power. I can only imagine what its like to ride in one.

Andy

PS, I added another pic.