Sept 21st in Connecticut - Looking for Muscle Cars

[Draginwagon]

Hi All,
If you live in the New England Area, especially Connecticut, NY, RI, MA etc... And Have a Muscle Car Show Car, we are looking for YOU!
On Sept 21, 2008 is a Concours D'Elegance that will be held in Connecticut. My Wife and I are assembling the field of Muscle Cars. If you are interested in Participating, PLEASE E-Mail me at [email protected] with a description of the Car you would like to Show, and Photos of the Car.
This is a Very Nice Show and Many Many luminaries from the world of Automoblie Publications and the world of Cars in General will be there. The Judges are made up of some of the most well known writers in the Car Magazines. The Editor of "Cars That Matter" just to name one.
In the Past we have had cars shown by, David Letterman with his Ferrari Superamerica, The Keno Brothers from "Antiques Roadshow" and thier Ferrari Boxer, and 37 Jag SS, Present last year was Paul Newman and many more.
If your car makes the cut, you get a nice Goodie Bag, and FREE Entry. Also Passes to invite your friends to the show.
So, If you are interested, Drop me an E-Mail, if you have any questions, e-mail me too. I figured some of the Finest Cars in the World are owned by Members here, and we would love to have you at the show.
It's Sunday Sept 21st and if you come, you can optionally [articipate in a Tour on Saturday and a Fancy Dinner on Sat night, but if you Only want to do the show, that's fine. And it's all for a good charity.
I look forward to hearing from some of you.
There is Ample Trailer Parking, and you will be treated like a King and Or Queen as the case may be.
E-Mail me at [email protected]
Thanks and Regards
Draginwagon ie: Rich. . .
Here's a Photo from Early Morning Last Year
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/Draginwagon/Car%20Shows/CarShows016.jpg

[Draginwagon]

Here is My Wife Mary at Last Years Concours where her 1970 Rebel Machine Took Best Closed Muscle. 2007.
No. She's Not the One in the Funny Hat.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/CarShows033.jpg

[Draginwagon]

At this Show, you Drive Up to Get your Award, here is the Best of Show Winner for 2007.
How about we show them What Muscle is All About?????
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/CarShows031.jpg

[Draginwagon]

Here's the 1st Place Winner Pre-War.
for 2007
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/CarShows032.jpg

[Draginwagon]

For those who have not seen it, Here is My Wifes 1970 AMC Rebel Machine in Full Size,
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/rebelindrive.jpg
Engine Compartment, all her Handy Work.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/rebelengine2.jpg
And in 1:24th Scale as her car was the Model for the Model.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/70AMCRebelRedDiecast.jpg

So,
SEND Me an E-Mail at [email protected] with Photos and Description and we would love to see some of you there.
Thanks
Rich K. aka Draginwagon
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[MosportGreen66]

Where in CT is it?

[Draginwagon]

Hi,
It will be in Fairfield Ct. If interested, we would love to hear from you.
My wife and I have had one or two of our cars at this show every year since it was started. It's a real nice venue. Very high class, and lot's of fun.
Thanks for the interest
Draginwagon

[Draginwagon]

The show is held on the grounds of
The Fairfield County Hunt Club in
Westport CT

E-Mail me info and photos of the car and or cars you would like to enter at [email protected]
We are looking for diversity in Muscle Cars.
All Makes.
Looks Like we will have the
Ford 1970 Torino King Cobra there this year.
and http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif
My Wagon will be there.
Thanks

[njsteve]

I may be interested since my parents live outside of New Haven and that area is my high school stomping grounds. Here's the car: http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat...0&fpart=all (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=rides&Number=82224&page=0 &fpart=all)

[Xplantdad]

Sounds like a really cool event!

[Draginwagon]

NJSTEVE,
We would love to have you and your car there. That's a Beautiful Charger, Send me a quick Bio and a photo and your full name and mailing address to [email protected]
doesn't have to be anything huge, but that way I can get an invitation sent to you.
On show day, the editors of Sports Car Market Place do a walking tour and your description would be used when they get to your car.
It's very cool.

[Draginwagon]

It's a Blast.
Some incredible Old Cars, and some really neat people, and all down to earth because we all love cars. Hope to hear from a fair number of SYC'ers.
It's an invitatiion only show and I can get the invitations generated to those who want to come. There is limited space but the Muscle Car Class is wide open and My Wife and I are putting it together.
Thanks for everyones Help.

[njsteve]

Rich, the email is on its way. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Draginwagon]

GREAT,
Hope more respond.
Here's my buddies Hemi Superbird from last year
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/Draginwagon/Car%20Shows/CarShows016.jpg
Here's what he's bringing this year, His 70 Torino King Cobra 429 Hemi head.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/Kuhns002.jpg
This is going to be a Great Year.
Come On SYC'ers, Let's show off That Classic Iron.
Yee Haa! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[Draginwagon]

Come on guys, there has to be a COPO or two near Fairfield CT to show off on Sept 21st.
Maybe a Camaro, maybe an LS-6 Chevelle, Baldwin Motion Car,
Yenko.
How about non COPO like a 409 or an Early Chevelle SS
Maybe even a FORD, there I said it
Like a MACH I or a BOSS 302 or 429????
From Jersey or NY or Mass it's an easy ride on
a Beautiful Sunday.
Lets hear from you
[email protected]

How about a BUICK GSX or OLD's Rally 350??????
The Field is Open.
Thanks
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[njsteve]

I don't have to dress up in anything weird, do I? My butler tuxedo is at the cleaners...and the French maid outfit doesnt fit so good anymore... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Draginwagon]

Damn,
I was hoping for the Maid outfit...Damn
seriously,
Standard clothing. I wear jeans.
Though you will see some people in some pretty weird stuff,
very expensive but weird.
Money doesn't give people taste. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif

[Alss]

[ QUOTE ]
Come on guys, there has to be a COPO or two near Fairfield CT to show off on Sept 21st.
Maybe a Camaro, maybe an LS-6 Chevelle, Baldwin Motion Car,
Yenko.
How about non COPO like a 409 or an Early Chevelle SS
Maybe even a FORD, there I said it
Like a MACH I or a BOSS 302 or 429????
From Jersey or NY or Mass it's an easy ride on
a Beautiful Sunday.
Lets hear from you
[email protected]

How about a BUICK GSX or OLD's Rally 350??????
The Field is Open.
Thanks
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Im thinking of going..bring a COPO Chevelle..Ill find some pictures

ALbert


edit:
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/medium/COPO_pic.jpg

[Bill Rose]

I don't have any plans for that weekend.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/motor1.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/68_Chevelle.jpg

[Draginwagon]

Hi Al,
Beautiful Chevelle. Beautiful.
If you would like an inviation, Please e-mail me at [email protected] with a short bio on the car, and a couple photos, also Your Home Address and Phone to send the invitation to.
I will have an invite sent to you, and just fill it out (It comes Snail Mail) and send it back in. The show is inviation only and limited space. Your car would be a great addition to this years line-up.
As a side note any car that has been shown at this concours cannot be shown again at this concours for 3 years. This is standard to all concours shows, ie: Meadowbrook, Amelia, Greenwich etc... It's to keep the show field fresh and new each year. Especially since spectators pay $50 a head to get in.
As an Invited Participant you get everything Free, including a Complimentary Breakfast and lunch, Goody Bag that's WOW, and free passes to give to friends who would like to attend.
Thanks for your interest, any questions let me know.
RICH. . . http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

What about Bill? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

(His Chevelle is really cool as well!) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[DaJudge]

How about one of these?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v639/L67WT1/Cuda/100_4946.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v639/L67WT1/Cuda/IMG_0074.jpg

[Draginwagon]

OH YEAH....
Please excuse me Bill, We would LOVE to have you and your Chevelle there too. Can you e-mail your Home address, so I can get an Invite sent to you, also, a Pic and a brief Bio on the car.
send e-mail to [email protected]
My mistake,
I thought I had done this, but I sent only 1 yes when there should have been 2.
Please accept my appologies. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[Draginwagon]

Bill,
I love that turqouise with the Black Hat. and the underhood detail is superb.
Please, e-mail your address, and i will have an invite sent to you. Between you and Albert we have 2 extremely Fine Chevelle's. Some of the fienst I have ever seen.
Sorry for the faux pas.
Regards
Rich. . .
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif

[Bill Rose]

No apologies necessary Rich. Sorry I haven't been able to check in here. (We've been away at the Maryland Chevelle show.) I'll get that info to you you and we'll see if we can make this happen. Thanks Bill

[Draginwagon]

Thanks Bill,
Hope Maryland was good, and I'll look forward to getting your info. Any questions just give me a hollar.
I'll have an invite sent out to you.
Regards
Rich. . .

[Draginwagon]

Just came across this Photo of My Townsman and My GTX at Fort Adams in Newport overlooking Narragansett Bay. I didn't even know I had this shot. It has nothing to do with the CT Show except my wagon will be there. I just wanted to share a beautiful pic of a beautiful place. http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/62Vetand84LeSabrePics002.jpg
Last One, here's my 74 Impala "Spirit of America" Limited Edition. 39,000 original miles. Totally Un-Restored. http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m62/kuhnrejr/62Vetand84LeSabrePics001.jpg
This is at The Seekonk Speedway. The guy in the pic is photographing the Impala for an Article in Collectible Automobile Magazine.
REMEMBER:
If you would like to have your car invited to the Concours Show in Connecticut Sept 21st, send me an E-Mail at
[email protected]
with a Photo, Short Bio on Car and Your Contact info, home address etc...
I will say No More here.
P.S. I didn't HiJack the thread, I just went off on a tangent. Sorry.

[Draginwagon]

Thanks to All who responded. Invitations will be out shortly, and I am looking forward to meeting you all at the show.
In the Meantime, we have reached our limit for show cars. If that changes I will let everyone know, but right now we are set.
Everyone who e-mailed me, has an invite coming.
Let's hope for great weather.
Any questions let me know.
Thanks again to all the Responders.
Sincerly
Draginwagon http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[njsteve]

Here's some coverage of the Concours event in CT. This wouldnt be too hard to get used to: free entry (the spectators have to pay $20 each to get in), catered breakfast and lunch (we're talking real caterers here, Grey Poupon and all!), free lounge chairs to entrants, even a pianist playing accompaniment on a baby grand for the whole day. Jeez!

Just a couple of bazillion dollar Ferraris - Ralph Lauren's 58 Testa Rossa...

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002056.jpg


Some Ferrari California Spyders, and a few one-offs...

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002092.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002091.jpg

A 1962 GTO...

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002103.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002102.jpg

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http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002105.jpg

Shaken, not stirred, a 1964 Aston Martin DB-4

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002095.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002094.jpg

A BMW M1:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002086.jpg

A McLaren:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002093.jpg

This was in the spectator parking lot, A Muira:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002110.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002111.jpg

[njsteve]

Gee, how rich do you have to be when you can tell Ferrari that you want them to rebody the Enzo into an updated version of the P4 (of which you own the original)?

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002083.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002084.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002082.jpg

The original 1970s Countach. What classic lines:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002081.jpg

And what all that 1980s Miami Vice-induced cocaine abuse did to the design:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002085.jpg

The Corvette Rondin:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002059.jpg

An original, unrestored BMW type 57 roadster, with original, unrestored owner sitting next to it.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002060.jpg

Amazing Buick Woody:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002061.jpg

[njsteve]

Now I know how Clark Griswold's redneck brother-in law feels when he visits. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Here's some real American cars:

Bill's 1968 SS396 and Al's 1969 Copo Chevelle:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002062.jpg

Bill's car:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002070.jpg

Al's car:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002071.jpg

Bills' engine:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002065.jpg

Al's engine:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002066.jpg

Here's them wondering why the champagne steward was late for their refills:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002067.jpg

Here's the piano player frolicking the day away:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002087.jpg

The veranda:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002096.jpg

And the view from the veranda:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002088.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002089.jpg

[njsteve]

Rich and his monster wagon:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002097.jpg

and it's monster motor:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002073.jpg

My old Dodge:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002069.jpg

And my boy. He was actually thrilled to go. On the trip back he said this was the "most fun day he ever spent with Dad, ever." He then went on to say that he set a new high score on his Transformers Nintendo game...

I did take him around for a few tours of the show field. He does like the "cars with the funny opening doors" - I imagine he means the McLaren, the Countachs and the Ferrari P4, and not the Kaiser Darrin a couple of rows over. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002106.jpg

[njsteve]

Beautiful 1971 440 Six Barrel Cuda. Blue with blue interior. Very bright. It came in second, behind the silver 1977 Countach in the 71 and up class:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002076.jpg

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002080.jpg

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http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002079.jpg

[njsteve]

Another bizarro car from the spectator parking lot:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b216/nk15268/S7002108.jpg

[Verne_Frantz]

I'd drive to CT for an event like that............but then, my car would just be a fly in the ointment. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif

Terrific display. Thanks Steve for the coverage! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[njsteve]

Verne, you can come and hang out with the rest of us "Cousin Eddie" types anytime. I'll bring the real tomato ketchup. You bring the Hamburger Helper.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looks like a really neat show. Thanks for the pics Steve! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Draginwagon]

Thanks Steve,
GREAT Pic's. Love your son and his Games. He was into that big time. My Wife and I will be in charge next year again of building the muscle car class. The only rule is a car that was shown cannot be shown again for 3 years. So, get ready for next year.
Did you notice, even in the spectators parking lot, you couldn't swing a Dead Cat without hitting a Ferrari. Or a Rolls.
My Charge is to Build the Muscle Cars Class to be the BEST at any Concours in the country. With People like here on SYC, Bill, Albert, Steve, Tom (so sorry you couldn't make it) and those who are already lined up for next year, I am sure we will do it.
Look for Coverage of this event in an UpComing Issue of "Sports Car Marketplace".
Thanks again, IT WAS FUN. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[njsteve]

I noticed there were a lot of professonal video tape crews there. Is there any internet or TV coverage coming up?

[Draginwagon]

I thought I heard Speedvision was there and might have a segment. I do not know for sure.
Also, just FYI, Lunch for the Car Owners and VIP's was provided by Joanne Woodward and her husband Paul Newman. She hosted a VIP Lunch at the tent. My wife got to meet her.
They are big supporters of the Charity and Cars of course.
I am asking the show to create a "Muscle Car Class" hopefully next year, we will have our own class.
I'll keep everyone posted.

[njsteve]

That explains the Newman's Own salad dressing along with the Grey Poupon.

Let me say it again - it was a wonderful time. We have to get more members' cars out there next year. Since I can't bring the Charger, I guess I'll have to finally finish that darn 72 Trans Am.

[Draginwagon]

All Right,
I want to see that.
I love the 2nd Generation Firebirds. When I was a kid, I went to Fiore Pontiac in Rhode Island and they had a Black 1974 Firebird, with 4 Speed, Superduty 455 and Posi, dog dish hubcaps and painted wheels, basic black interior. It was a special order and the customer didn't take it. I wanted to buy it but at almost $1000 over the price of the other birds it was too much money then.
Man, to have it now.
Come on Steve, winters coming, get the Trans Am done and post some pics. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Draginwagon]

Joanne Woodward, the actress, otherwise known as Mrs Paul Newman was at the Fairfield Concours Sunday Sept 21st. She and her husband Paul Newman sponsored the Lunch and Breakfasts for the Car Owners and VIP's. Ms. Woodward aka Mrs Newman was there meeting people. Word was Paul Newman was there, but I am not sure, what I am sure of is I found out that Paul Newman (The Actor) and a very generous supporter of The Concours and it's Charity for Autism Passed Away on Friday. He had been battling Cancer for quite a while. He was present at last years event. He Loved the Cars, and in years past would make it to see every one of the cars at the show, and meet the owners. He will be sadly missed. He Was a Car Guy. In a Very Big Way.
Just and FYI to all, Paul Newman at 83 Passed away this Friday of Cancer.
God Bless him and all car people.