Darren Costello

[Salvatore]

If anyone is in the area, Darren Costello, St. Charles's favorite son, will be signing autographs and shaking hands at the Lansdale "Under The Lights" car show Saturday evening and also, he can be seen at GM Carlisle on Friday roaming the fairgrounds eating soft pretzels w/mustard! Show starts at 6:00 on Saturday evening in downtown Lansdale. Come on out for an autograph or just a sighting. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[Postsedan]

Darren,

Did you invite Mr70 to go with? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Dan.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Sooooo, I gotta bring some TastyKakes to Carlisle with me on Friday? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Xplantdad]

Sam, get me Darren's autograph...I won't be able to make it...

Also, someone get a picture of him eating one of those pretzels http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[ORIGLS6]

Sammy,
If you don't mind, would you please get an autographed photo of Mr. Costello for me. I'll be happy to compensate you for your time and postage to mail it to me. Also, a photo of him signing it would be great; it's all about documentation ya know!
Thanks,
DC (the first one)

[DarrenX33]

You guys are sick! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Xplantdad]

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You guys are sick! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

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Yes, yes we are! (As if you didn't already know that) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Salvatore]

Mr Costello is a very busy man! I will try to do my best with ALL requests. Remember autographs are from 6:00 to 6:15 on Saturday nite and hopefully you will get a wave from him at GM Carlisle. Please don not bombard him with requests! Thank you! Sam Scardino PR man for BBBenny Pfeiffer and "Mr. cheesesteak" himself Darren Costello. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[DarrenX33]

Your killin' me. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Schonyenko2]

[ QUOTE ]
Sammy,
If you don't mind, would you please get an autographed photo of Mr. Costello for me. I'll be happy to compensate you for your time and postage to mail it to me. Also, a photo of him signing it would be great; it's all about documentation ya know!
Thanks,
DC (the first one)

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Please put me on the autographed photo list also. I'd like to hang it in the shop between George Bush, Charlten Heston, and Rosey O'donell. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[DarrenX33]

Now I am really offended.

I'll actually be bringing my headshots with me so I can sign those. They already have the devil horns and arrow thru the head drawn in so they will save you some time. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Hey Sam, so what are we doing? Whiz, american or provolone? I don't wanna eat like a tourist cause I'll already be dressed like one.

[JChlupsa]

How do i get an autographed one? Can someone post what color Crayons he will be signing with so I can pick out a matching frame

[ORIGLS6]

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I'll actually be bringing my headshots with me so I can sign those.

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This one I hope. 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/biggthumpup.gif

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2008/P1011151-1.jpg

[DarrenX33]

Easy, he's mad at me cause I ain't bringing him with to see Uncle Sammy.

[396L35]

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Easy, he's mad at me cause I ain't bringing him with to see Uncle Sammy.

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Why not he looks just like you??? Ohh wait that is you D!!!
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y296/396L35/Darren.jpg

[Salvatore]

Kwizz is in Wisconsin where he belongs. Provolone is for Zeps, Italian hoagies and tourists. I am an American cheese man for my CS! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif P.S Mark, that is hilarious!!! 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

[DarrenX33]

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Kwizz is in Wisconsin where he belongs. Provolone is for Zeps, Italian hoagies and tourists. I am an American cheese man for my CS! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif P.S Mark, that is hilarious!!! 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

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I agree on all accounts! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Bill Pritchard]

Darren, I am curious how a good "genuine" Philly cheesesteak sandwich compares with the ones from Augustino's. I had a 'real' one in Philly but it's been so many years ago I don't even remember what it was like http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif And, not like I can even get one from Augustino's any more http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[Salvatore]

GTO DON took me to Chinks about 3 years ago. Since then that is where I go when I am down there. They are in the top 3 in the City I believe or anywhere. The place is about the size of a one car garage maybe not even. Better than Genos and Pats in my opinion. But any place in Philadelphia is better than what you guys get in your area!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif I am going to take the St. Charles man to Norristown for a Zep also. He will have a food report when he returns home for you guys. Darren's visit is just a little short for all the eating we have to do! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif Darren will be coming home thin and trim as always and I will become even a fatter a$$ after all the grub!

[DarrenX33]

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Darren, I am curious how a good "genuine" Philly cheesesteak sandwich compares with the ones from Augustino's. I had a 'real' one in Philly but it's been so many years ago I don't even remember what it was like http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif And, not like I can even get one from Augustino's any more http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

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Bill, that is exactly the comparison I was going to make. I will let you know.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Don't forget your camera! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Supercar_Kid]

If you're looking for the best cheesesteak in Philly...IMHO it's at Jim's on South Street. I recommend "extra whiz wit" and throw on some "dried hots" for some kick.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif

[Salvatore]

A very good place! I also love the hot peppers! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[kwhizz]

If they ever built a Portillo's out East......u guy's wood know wat reel "Eats" is...........But.......Can't blame you for eating what's there now.......(Except the Mustard and Pretzel thing)

"Chee-ser"

[DarrenX33]

Ok, I'm here. Sammy picked me up and we went directly to Geno's for a Cheese Steak. Awesome. Then we drove around downtown a bit and end up spending some time with GTO_DON at his shop. Off to a great start. Will be posting pictures when I get back. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Awesome D...have fun with your friends! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[ORIGLS6]

Have a Great Time guys! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

I'll see ya tomorrow morning out at Carlisle - in the Camaro Club's judging building! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[GTO_DON]

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Ok, I'm here. Sammy picked me up and we went directly to Geno's for a Cheese Steak. Awesome. Then we drove around downtown a bit and end up spending some time with GTO_DON at his shop. Off to a great start. Will be posting pictures when I get back. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

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I got the first autograph http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gifNice guy http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

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Ok, I'm here. Sammy picked me up and we went directly to Geno's for a Cheese Steak. Awesome. Then we drove around downtown a bit and end up spending some time with GTO_DON at his shop. Off to a great start. Will be posting pictures when I get back. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

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I got the first autograph http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gifNice guy http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

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Great...that one is going to go for all the dough! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

You've got to eat a cheese steak everyday if you are only there for the weekend!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Salvatore]

I think I ate more than my share after today. I'll have a picture of the steak I ate for dinner today. It was like a football. It was delicious but that's it for the year!


Doh! I see I am signed in as Sam.. Carlisle was great. Saw a ton of friends. Plenty of people I have never met face to face. Too many to list here. I took many pictures but will post and summarize about all the great cars when I return home. Gotta rest cause Lansdale is tomorrow. Apparently the PA equavalent to Lombard. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[SuperNovaSS]

Is there a comperable event to Carlisle on the West Coast? I always thought it was pronounced "Carlsie" until corrected recently. How was the weather for the event? It was 103 degrees here in Santa Cruz today and we are right on the ocean.


Jason

[Xplantdad]

Hey Darren/Sam...sounds like you are having a blast!

It was 117+ here near our house today! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

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Hey Darren/Sam...sounds like you are having a blast!

It was 117+ here near our house today! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

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But that is a cool, dry heat, no? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif
stay in the shade brother!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Salvatore]

The weather so far at Carlisle is great. Real nice on Friday with a breeze. Man you guys should have seen ALL the real nice 1967 Z/28's. Had to be 6 or 7 there on Friday. Had a lot of laughs with Big John Karvonen, Steve Shauger, GTO DON, Marlin and BBBenny the "Docs Man." We were also picking on Doug Perry a little bit and his COPO. Man is that a nice car! Getting ready to take Darren out for breakfast which will be scrapple and eggs this morning! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif Sammy

[Nova Jed]

See you in Landsdale!

[DarrenX33]

I'll be the guy holding his stomach cause he ate too many cheese steaks. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Looking forward to it. See you later. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Nova Jed]

Would you like some good ol PA Jerky?

[DarrenX33]

Well here we go.. I'd like to once again thank Sammy and Vera for a fantastic time. Really had the time of my life in PA. They are 2 of the finest people you will ever meet. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

Here is a sample of the food part of the tour...

Off the plane and directly to South Philly.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2285.jpg
Note: the contents of the cup is Birch Beer. Something that doesn't make it to the midwest.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2280.jpg

Was pretty full after so just walked over to Pat's and observed.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2284.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2286.jpg

Next morning was Carlisle. No scrapple at the grounds as shown here. That was the next day and with a sample of dried creamed beef. But a decent breakfast for fair ground food. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2311.jpg

After a long day of walking and looking at cars it was time for another steak. This time from Pudge's. This was the regular! My lense wasn't big enough to photo the large. Delicious! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2401.jpg

[DarrenX33]

Ok this is gonna stir controversy.. Mustard? Cheese? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif.. Notice "The Mayor" in the background...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2487.jpg

[DarrenX33]

I washed that pretzel down with a cherry water ice.. No pictures of that cause it didn't last long. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

I'll get to posting the Carlisle and Lansdale pics in a few...

[Nova Jed]

I have proof of an autograph coming as well!

[ORIGLS6]

Already got my autographed picture........ http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif although I'm thinking it might be an early shot of our beloved Mr. Costello.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m57/dmcumby/Darren.jpg

[Salvatore]

Hey Dennis, he was doing the same thing down in South Philadelphia to all those pretty Italian girls. I was getting a little nervous cause I am too old and way to slow to run anymore. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Nova Jed]

Proof!
http://www.yenko.net/attachments/344545-DarrenandMetooagain.JPG
A little better shot!
http://www.yenko.net/attachments/344545-DarrenandMeagain.JPG

[Xplantdad]

Hey Abe...what's with the beard? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif 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/wink.gif

[Schonyenko2]

Geez.... couldn't you have gotten your pics taken in front of the local Badda Bing. They gotta have one there somewhere. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[DarrenX33]

Check this one out.. Sammy driving his other green car..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v674/dagcostello/IMG_2419.jpg

[DarrenX33]

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Proof!
http://www.yenko.net/attachments/344545-DarrenandMetooagain.JPG
A little better shot!
http://www.yenko.net/attachments/344545-DarrenandMeagain.JPG

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Great to finally meet you Jed. I'll have to send you that video that I grabbed when we were chatting with Sammy.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[DarrenX33]

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Geez.... couldn't you have gotten your pics taken in front of the local Badda Bing. They gotta have one there somewhere. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

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Heck, more mom and pop repair shops there than I have ever seen. Most all with a musclecar or two hanging around. Sammy took me on quite a sightseeing trip. Lots of history there. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[DarrenX33]

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Already got my autographed picture........ http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif although I'm thinking it might be an early shot of our beloved Mr. Costello.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m57/dmcumby/Darren.jpg

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My wife is mad at you. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif Hey wait a minute, that one is in crayon ain't it? That's one is for Jeff. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Nova Jed]

Darren, I don't know if you could edit that video?? There would be nothing but bleeps and pauses! LOL That was a little scary to say the least. 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