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Drs. Joanne & Edward Dauer were presented the AMELIA ISLAND C O N C O U R S C H AI RM AN ' S AWARD at the 2015 Miami International Auto Show by Mark Becker, Vice Chairman of Amelia Concours. The car is a 1953 Buick Roadmaster Woodie Wagon.
Volume 58 Issue 10 www.aacasouthflorida.club
December 2015
TRIFECTA OF EVENTS
CARS in the GARDEN PROGRESSIVE DINNER MEMORY LANE
Below: Best of Show 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS.
1931 Ford
1933Ford
1937 Alvis
Array of Corvettes
Standing, L-R: Cindy & Greg, Paul & Joyce, Sitting, Martha &Tony
1962 Plymouth Fury
(See story on pages 6-7)
Array of Corvettes, big and small (See story on pages 8-9)
PHOTOS BY BOB SQUIER (See story on pages 10-11)
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SIDELIGHTS December 2015
Volume 58 Issue 10 Jean Hawa, Editor
305-661-9758 [email protected]
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Editors Emeritus:
Bob Squier
Ernesto Romero
Bob Mayer
Ben Harris
Maurice Hawa
Steve Wolf*
Steven Steele
Al Roscoe*
George Duvall *
Bob Lewin*
Phil Johnson*
John Anderson*
*deceased
Officers—2015
President Oscar Castro 305-274-3134 [email protected]
1st Vice-President Ron Mitro 305-255-2656 [email protected]
2nd Vice-President Manny Garcia 305-978-8037 [email protected]
Secretary Luis Quevedo 305-494-1842 [email protected]
Treasurer Mel Mann 305-378-0254 [email protected]
Board of Directors—2015
Chico Goldsmith 305-284-1228 [email protected]
Jean Hawa Immediate Past President, 305-661-9758 [email protected]
Editor Sidelights, Sunshine Report
Tomás Hernández Safety Officer 786-510-9961 [email protected]
Sergeant at Arms
John Jones 305-775-5060 [email protected]
Norman Kassoff 305-251-3469 [email protected]
Andy Leavy 305-439-0910 [email protected]
James Lowery 786-205-5874 [email protected]
Mike Penn 305-235-6890 [email protected]
Gary Shanock 305-582-6309 [email protected]
Bob Squier Web Master 305-252-2756 [email protected]
Ira Shapiro Robert Rules Arbitrator 305-666-2396 [email protected]
Philip Williams Membership 305-233-9019 [email protected]
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Sidelights is the official publication of the South Florida Region of the Antique Automobile
Club of America. It has been published continuously since June 1958. The paper informs
members of local and state activities, club functions, meeting dates and has articles of general
interest for the car enthusiast. All articles and stories may be reproduced if proper credit is
given.
The views and opinions expressed in the articles in Sidelights are those of the named author
and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Editor, the Board of Directors of the
A.A.C.A.-South Florida Region or members of the club.
CONTENTS AACA National/Region Events 16 Birthdays 16 Board Minutes 4, 14 Cars in the Garden 1, 6-7 Club/ National Calendar 16 Cover Stories 1, 6-13 Editor’s Notes 3 Florida License Plates 5 Lake Mirror 12-13 Memory Lane 1, 10-11 New Members 14 President’s Message 3 Progressive Dinner 1, 8-9 South Florida Region Events 16 Sunshine Report 16 Supporters 2, 14-15 THE RUMMAGE BOX 14
PRESIDENT’S DECEMBER MESSAGE Editor’s Notes Page 3
December is here. This year seems to have gone by awfully fast partially because we were kept busy with all the exiting activities as we celebrated the 60th Anniversary of our club! However, even though this year sped by so fast, it did not go by as fast as the last 24 months during which I proudly served as president of this fine club. It seems like it was only yesterday when I assumed the presidency of our club, and now, in what to me was the blink of an eye, it will soon be over. December 12th will end my term as president and our new president, Ron Mitro, will be taking over the “steering wheel”.
It has been a very exciting term for me and I enjoyed every minute of it. When I was about to assume my presidency, I was told that there would be many things to, that this would take a lot of preparations and organizing, and to get ready because I would have a lot of work to do during my term, in order to make it all happen. Well, that person got two out of three correct. Yes, there were a huge number of activities that we put on for you to enjoy during the last two years, and yes, they involved a lot of preparations and organizing. However, he wasn’t quite right about the third one. I agree that there was a lot of work required to make everything happen, however, I did not have to do it all. Actually, the lions share bulk of the work was done by the members of our fine Executive Board. I could not have asked for a better group to support me as president and to support our club as they made everything happen. To all of you on the board, THANK YOU! I am sure that Ron will enjoy the same level of cooperation and help that I received.
During early November, we completed another extremely successful and fun Memory Lane Event at the Miami International Auto Show, then, on November 19th, we held our General Membership Meeting where we elected our new president and the members of the executive board for 2016. Please check our website for the full story and pictures of Memory Lane and for the results of the vote. I did give away some of those results already, but you will have to check our website for the rest.
We still have one more activity left to conclude our 60th Birthday Celebration, the Holiday Party in December. This year, our organizer Manny has planned quite a few exiting things for you among which will be the swearing in of the new board members and president. Don’t miss it! Please note that we will not have a regular membership meeting during the month of December, we will instead hold our annual Holiday Party on December 12th so please mark your calendars! Also, mark your calendars for January 21, 2016 so that you will not miss the first
membership meeting presided over by our new president Ron Mitro. Ron asked me to remind you about our concept of the light refreshments that we provide at our monthly meetings. Manny, who is responsible for providing the food for our meeting has a special interpretation of “light refreshments”; to him it means “bring a LOT of food”! Our meetings are now held at the Miami Friends Meeting house, located at 1185 Sunset Drive in South Miami (across from Sunset Elementary). Our Second Vice President, Manny, has been doing an AWESOME job of bringing some excellent (and plentiful) food for us to enjoy. In addition, Philip now goes in about an hour before everyone and turns on the AC so it’s nice and cool when we all get in at 7:30. If you have any suggestions for a new location, please call me, we are always looking for new ideas. Please check our website or stay tuned to the emails for the details on our monthly speakers. Happy Motoring!
Oscar Castro, President AACA South Florida Region
Here we are in the middle of a busy holiday season and the middle of our car season, the end of one administrative year and the beginning of another set of
officers and directors. Hopefully you will spend quality time with friends and family and/or have time to relax, catch your breath, recharge, and be ready for the new year.
I trust that you are happy with the South Florida Region events and will participate as much as possible in 2016. As many of the old-timers know, an antique car club only exists and thrives because it’s a fun organization that offers a variety of ways to enjoy the hobby. Our website, newsletter, car shows/events, general meetings, and emails are the ways we keep you informed. Do continue to submit stories, photos or ideas for Sidelights. Don’t forget, Sidelights is your newsletter, a perk of being a member of the South Florida Region.
Be sure that Saturday, January 16 and Sunday, January 17, 2016 are on your calendar for the annual Art Deco weekend car show on South Beach, Miami Beach. See the enclosed/attached registration form for all the information you need.
Whether you are staying home or traveling, be safe this holiday season and let’s keep A.A.C.A South Florida Region
on your roadmap.
BOARD MINUTES: NOVEMBER 3, 2015 (DRAFT) Page 4
The AACA South Florida Region Board meeting of November 3, 2015 was called to order at 7:17 P.M. by President Oscar Castro.
Approval of Minutes: Oscar Castro asked if there were any changes to the minutes. There were no changes. Manny Garcia made a motion to approve the minutes, Jim Lowery seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Treasurer’s Report: Mel Mann informed us of the treasurer’s report as of September 30, 2015. Copies of the treasurer’s report were passed out to all board members to review and picked up after reviewing. Mel Mann made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report. Ron Mitro seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Membership Report: Philip Williams informed us that renewals are going very well and we currently have 139 members. He added that Larry Epstein has become a Lifetime Member.
Club Business: General Meeting: Oscar Castro informed us that the next general meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2015 at the Miami Friends Meeting House. John Layzell and Dirk and Alexandra De Groen will be sharing a presentation on their Road to Mandalay rally and will discuss the next trip to the Incas. Oscar Castro thanked Manny Garcia for providing food and refreshments.
Nominating Committee Report: Manny Garcia presented the slate of officers to the board. The election for Officers and the Board of Directors shall take place at the November general meeting and members must be present to vote.
Cars in the Garden: Chico Goldsmith informed us that the Sunshine Corvette Club had a very good showing with a few cars missing. Jean Hawa informed us that we had a total of 121 registered cars with 30 no-shows and overall the show went very well. Chico Goldsmith suggested that we consider a $5 dollar fee to perhaps make car owners more serious about registering and then the money could go to a charity. Jean Hawa mentioned that we received positive
feedback from several people. Sunday’s attendance was the highest it has been for the month and Fairchild staff member Gaby Orihuela was very pleased to see so many families showing up for the event. Jean Hawa thanked Ira Shapiro, Philip Williams, Bob Squier, Maurice Hawa, Luis & Maria Quevedo, Chico Goldsmith, Gary Shanock and all other volunteers.
Memory Lane: Mel Mann informed us we are still on schedule for the show November 6th through November 15th, 2015 which will be the same routine as previous shows. The main entrance will be located to your immediate right walking into the event. Mel Mann mentioned that volunteers can carpool if possible and that Ken Hilton will again be the head of security for the show. We have ten cars in Havana Classics and twelve cars in Memory Lane. If you would like to volunteer, check our website for more information and contact Bob Squier. Mel Mann made a motion to approve the budget for Memory Lane, Jim Lowery seconded the motion. The motion passed.
Progressive Dinner: Mel Mann informed us that the Progressive Dinner was a success and Manny Garcia added that everyone had a great time and we had plenty of food. Mel Mann thanked Ira Shapiro, Philip Williams, Bob Squier, and Manny Garcia for all their help. Ira Shapiro thanked Jean and Maurice Hawa for helping with the set up. We would like to thank Guy Lewis for sharing his home and cars for the event.
Holiday Party: Manny Garcia reminded us that we will be having our Holiday Party upstairs at La Isla (formerly Havana Harry’s) on Kendall Drive for December 12, 2015 at starting at 12:30 PM. Everyone will bring a wrapped gift in the $15 - $20 range for the gift exchange. Oscar Castro and Manny Garcia thanked Luis Quevedo for sponsoring the donation of a three-day two-night stay at Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, to be raffled at the Holiday Party!
Art Deco Weekend: Mel Mann informed us that we are set for the Art Deco Weekend, he attended another meeting
regarding the event and it went smoothly. He informed us of the approved zoning variance for the vendors being moved further back on the side. This means more space for the public to view our cars.
Other Club Business: -Mike Penn reminded us that the University of Miami is looking for cars for their Homecoming parade on November 6, 2015.
-Chico Goldsmith mentioned that December 17 will be the Sunshine Corvette Club 2015 Holiday Celebration & Caravan for the students of Neva King Cooper Education Center.
-Philip Williams suggested ways to thank retiring board member Norman Kassoff for his guidance, calmness, and leadership. He made a motion to approve a $250 donation to Norman’s favorite charity, make Norm an esteemed member and award him with a recognition plaque, Ron Mitro seconded the motion. The motion passed.
-Oscar Castro made a motion to donate $250 to Season’s Hospice/Kamp Kangaroo. Ira Shapiro suggested that we match last year’s donation. Jim Lowery seconded the motion. The motion passed.
-Mel Mann reminded us that the AACA is having a National Meet in Naples, FL in March 2016.
-The Officers and Board of Directors selected the most valuable AACA South Florida Region member for 2015. Mel Mann made a motion to approve the selection, Jean Hawa seconded the motion. The motion passed.
-Jean Hawa asked board members to sign up to host the 2016 board meetings.
-November 22nd is the Homestead Miami Speedway 2015 Ford Car Show.
- Oscar Castro informed us that February 6, 2016 is the Edison Museum all Ford
Show and that some people may want to go on the Murder Mystery Train.
- Gary Shanock said he was unable to upload a video of our Progressive Dinner on Facebook. Ira Shapiro suggested that (continued on page 12)
FLORIDA LICENSE PLATES (PART 2) Page 5
M.R. Simmons of the Canaveral Region AACA (Cocoa Beach, Florida) has graciously allowed the publication of his historical research of Florida License Plates
INTRODUCTION: At the May 2010 meeting of the Antique Auto Club of Cape Canaveral / Canaveral Region AACA there was a lady selling a number of old Florida License plates. Also, there were a few comments made in the meeting about the county numbers, prefixes, etc. on these older plates. It was apparent that only a few had a good knowledge of the history of Florida plates. The following is a brief history of the automobile plates of Florida. These photographs were gleaned from various digital sources.
FIRST SERIES OF STATE PLATES ( 1918-1937 ) continued from the November 2015 issue of Sidelights.
1930: Beginning in 1930 and up through 1955 the size of Florida plates was set at 5-1/8” x 11-7/8”. For 1930 and 1931 all passenger car plates had only digits. When over 3 digits they were separated with a dash (i.e., 123-456 implying 123,456). Trucks had the vertical word “Truck” on the left side while other commercial plates were identified across the top with “For Hire”, “Trailer”, “Dealer”, and “Official”.
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1932
1933
1934 & 1935: In 1934 and 1935 there were locking tab types referred to as the “burglar-proof” tags. These tags had various letters for classes. The “Official” (i.e., “X”) and the “Dealer” (i.e., “M”) plates did not have the locking tabs. In 1936 there was a special issue of “Army” and “Navy” plates. The “T” was used in this period for passenger cars; however, in 1933 only the “T” was used for “Trucks”; The “W” could have been a heavy car; The “X” is probably a State vehicle. Note that the truck tag below (GK15674) has an incorrect “W” weight tab.
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(continued in the January 2016 issue of Sidelights)
Cars in the Garden by Bob Squier
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, one of the premiere preserves of rare and exotic tropical plants and trees in the world, doesn’t sound like the place for a car show with over 100 antiques and Corvettes. But on Sunday, October 25, as the sun came up over the gardens, all manner of antique cars from AACA South Florida and Corvettes from the Sunshine Corvette Club glided in under the boughs and leaves and parked throughout the garden in settings that mutually enhanced the cars and the foliage. We were blessed with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the 80’s and a nice breeze. We here in South Florida hope this kind of weather will last until late spring because this show marks the beginning of our very busy winter car show season.
Co-chairs, Jean Hawa and Chico Goldsmith, are very thankful for the help from several people. A big thank you goes to the following: Registration – Philip Williams, Ira Shapiro, Gary Shanock and Maria Quevedo; Show field layout and signage – Maurice Hawa; Antiques Parking – Maurice Hawa, John Jones, Bob Squier, Luis Quevedo, Jon Weiss; Corvette Parking –Cliff Gibson; Counting ballots – Jean Hawa, Chico Goldsmith, and Cliff Gibson; Refreshments – Jean Hawa. We are most grateful for the support from the following: Elite Aerospace for providing the trophies and refreshments and Corvette Stainless Steel Brakes and Dion Generators for providing the dash plaques.
We had a wonderful time enjoying the weather, the garden, the cars, and the people. Awards were given for the antique cars by decade and for the Corvettes by series. There also was a People’s Choice award voted on by the spectators who came to see the cars and the garden. Best of Show for Antiques went to Sam Huttig with his 1911 White Touring GA.(see below)
Hank & Bob relaxing in front of Bob’s 1959 Ford Skyliner.
1937 Alvis Speed 25
1966 TVR Griffith
Below: The 1911 White drew many spectators.
1967 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III
1941 Chrysler Royal
This was the third time our two car clubs have been invited by the staff of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Attendance records indicated that 1100 visitors came to Fairchild, the highest amount of visitors recorded for the month. Each of the trams was filled with riders and over 780 visitors walked through Wings of Tropics (the exotic butterfly conservatory). Some of the comments made were “the car show brought many families to the garden, the show was fun, the car owners respected the garden, and the cars were beautiful”.
Photographer Bob Squier in action.
1950 Willys Jeepster
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Chico, Sam, Will, and Jean Chico, Mark and Jean
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ANTIQUES BEST OF SHOW: 1911 White Touring Sam & Whitney Huttig
1st Place 2nd Place
1910’s-20’s 1911 White Touring Sam & Whitney Huttig 1929 Ford Model A Paul & Joyce Cotner
1930’s 1933 Ford 2 door Sedan Rick & Diane Ash 1931 Ford Model A Victoria Rick & Diane Ash
1940’s 1941 Chrysler Royal Tony Valera -
1950’s 1950 Willys Jeepster James & Judy McCrory 1954 Jaguar XK Hugo Perez
1960’s 1968 Pontiac GTO Robbie Greene 1966 TVR Griffith Ronnie Ofshe
1967 Austin Healey 3000 Mark III Bob Squier
1970’s 1970 Toyota 2000 GT Bob Zinn 1970 Datsun 240 Z Albert & Barbara Scalla
1980’s-1991 1986 Rolls Royce Corniche II Gordon Gelrod 1991 GMC Syclone Gary Shanock
CORVETTES BEST OF SHOW: 1960 Corvette Convertible Mark Tenzer
1st Place 2nd Place
CLASS 1 (1953-1962) (1960) Mark Tenzer (1962) Chico & Cindy Goldsmith
CLASS 2 (1963-1967) (1967) Stephen & Carole Ann Greenblatt (1966) Victor & Marlene Liriano
CLASS 3 (1968-1983) (1969) Dennis Stubee (1978) Pat Carnevale
CLASS 4 (1984-1996) (1992) Cliff Gibson (1992) Ricardo Martinez
CLASS 5 (1997–2004) (2001) Ron & Trish Mitro (2002) Eloy Torres
CLASS 6 (2005-2013) (2007) Robert Rodriguez (2010) Rene Aragon
CLASS 7 (2014-2016) (2016) Mike Dion (2014) Perley Richardson
Best of Show for Corvettes went to Mark Tenzer for his 1960 Corvette.(PHOTO BY MARK TENZER)
Page 8 PROGRESSIVE DINNER
PROGRESSIVE DINNER STORY & PHOTOS BY BOB SQUIER
We held our annual Progressive Dinner on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Even though it was Halloween, only three members showed up in costume and we had only four antique cars make the trip to the three destinations. Still, it was a festive evening with good food and even better company with conversations ranging from memories of events past to car talk to theatre and to remembrances of childhood. All in all it was a very enjoyable evening. Thanks to our hosts, Philip Williams (appetizers), Guy Lewis (entrée) and Bob Squier (desserts), and to Mel Mann, Manny Garcia, Millie Valiente, Ira and Susan Shapiro and Maurice and Jean Hawa for making this whole production work.
Several members socializing and tasting at Philip’s home
Above: Philip’s collectibles
Left: 1988 Pontiac 6000 LE Safari station wagon Right: 1959 Ford Skyliner retractable Left: 1984 Chevrolet Chevette 2-door hatchback Right: International Scout
The colorfully decorated delicious desserts were served at Bob and Ken’s, our last destination. If you weren't there, you missed a fun late afternoon –early evening event.
PROGRESSIVE DINNER Page 9
“Gypsy” Jean ponders about reading Cindy’s palm.
Rick, Diane,
and guest
Phase two of our progressive dinner took place at Guy and Loyda’s home and car museum. Right: Ira and Manny behind the table as Carlton, Nancy and Bob serve themselves
1932 Chevrolet MG
Philip & John talk between the Corvette and Mercedes Benz.
Model military planes
Morris on a charger
Paul catches up with George and Cathy.
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Rolls Royce engine
Right: Corvettes
1917 Buick
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Memory Lane & Havana Classics 2015
SUBMITTED BY: Mel Mann, Show Chairman
For the 21st year, the South Florida Region presented the heritage car displays at the Miami International Auto Show held at the Miami Beach Convention Center. I have had the privilege of chairing this show since its inception in 1995. Thank you to the co-chairs Ira Shapiro and Bob Squier, without whom this event is not possible. Many thanks to all the club volunteers who came out to support this event.
This year, we displayed 22 spectacular vehicles from all eras of automotive history, and over 650,000 spectators attended. This is the finest opportunity to showcase our hobby and share our precious metal (and fiberglass) with as many people as possible in one location. There is no chance for rain at this show!
We presented two displays. One was a unique setting reminiscent of a Cuban boulevard called “Havana Classics”, created by Telemundo/NBC Miami with vehicles from the pre-Castro era. Our second display, Memory Lane, featured cars from the 1950’s to the 1990’s. This whole process begins during the summer and ends when the last car leaves the convention center. From over 200 applications fewer than two dozen vehicles are selected for their condition and historical significance. The majority of the vehicles are AACA National winners.
From a very rare 1932 Chevrolet to a seldom seen 1991 GMC, every vehicle invoked a strong sense of nostalgia. Many of the antique cars displayed in Memory Lane are the inspirations for the newest nameplates being shown at the auto show. For example, the 1958 VW Beetle featured in our display is the styling inspiration for the newest VW Beetle being shown at the new car display.
Every car brought a story from the spectators…a Sunday drive in their grandfather’s ’56 Mercury or getting their driver’s license in a ’72 Buick...our display took everyone on a trip down memory lane. The show is held in the heart of the Art Deco district of South Miami Beach, and many of our cars fit right in with the architecture of this historic period of South Florida history.
A special thank you to Guy and Loyda Lewis for sharing three terrific cars from their prized collection in support of the show.
While every car in Memory Lane is a winner, this year’s Best of Show trophy was awarded to Michael Merlo for his outstanding 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS. This special award is dedicated in memory of Charles Sebastian, our club founder.
Dr. Edward Dauer presenting the BOCA RATON CONCOURS CHAIRMAN's AWARD to a 1935 Ford Phaeton at the 2015 Miami International Auto Show displayed by Larry Epstein.
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Chairman Mel Mann with Co-chairs, Bob Squier and Ira Shapiro on set up day beside a flawlessly restored 1932 Chevy Deluxe Sports Roadster, owned by Guy Lewis .
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This concours display is not possible without the AACA members who were willing to share their cars and put in long hours at the show. The cars are the stars, and the following are the vehicles displayed in Memory Lane 2015: IN THE HAVANA CLASSICS EXHIBIT:
1932 CHEVY DELUXE SPORTS ROADSTER (1) GUY LEWIS
1935 FORD PHAETON (2) LARRY EPSTEIN
1939 CROSLEY (3) JAVIER GARCIA
1950 WILLYS JEEPSTER (4) JAMES McCRORY
1953 BUICK ROADMASTER WOODIE WAGON (5) EDDIE DAUER
1957 MERCEDES BENZ 190SL (6) GUY LEWIS
1958 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE (7) ERIK KOZAK
1959 CHRYSLER 300E (8) TOM KOSKY
1959 EDSEL RANGER (9) ED RAABE
1960 VELOCETTE LE MOTORCYCLE (10) MARK SEPULVEDA IN THE MEMORY LANE DISPLAY: 1956 MERCURY MONTEREY (11) RICARDO MONTERO
1962 CHEVY CORVAIR (12) RICARDO ORTIZ
1964 FIAT 1500 CABRIOLET (13) ANDRES SANCHEZ
1964 CHEVY MALIBU SS (14) KEITH ELLENBURG
1964 1/2 FORD MUSTANG (15) LARRY WECHSLER
1967 CHEVY CORVETTE STINGRAY (16) STEVE GREENBLATT
1969 PONTIAC FIREBIRD (17) CARLOS RIOS
1969 CHEVELLE SS CONVERTIBLE (18) MICHEAL MERLO
1972 BUICK CENTURION (19) BOB MAYER
1974 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY (20) EDUARDO PADRON
1976 ROLLS ROYCE CORNICHE (21) GUY LEWIS
1991 GMC SYCLONE (22) GARY SHANOCK
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Page 12 LAKE MIRROR CLASSIC AUTO FESTIVAL
BY BOB SQUIER AND JEAN HAWA Eleven of our members drove or trailered their cars 235 miles to one of the finest car shows in Florida, the Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 in downtown Lakeland. Founded in 1999 by Ford Heacock of Heacock Insurance, this concours-quality, invitation-only production has grown in popularity with the support of over thirty local businesses and 200+ volunteers .
Events for the 16th Annual Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival, a free community event benefiting the Friends of Lake Mirror Fund, started Friday evening with a hotrod car show, outdoor concert, and hot rod parade. The main event on Saturday, the Concours d’Elegance, featured 100 classic and collectible cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks, and wooden boats encircling Lake Mirror. Replacing the Honorary Chairman was the “Auto Biographies” which featured six automobiles with interesting and unique stories. They were the 1929 Tracta A, 1929 duPont G LeMans Roadster, 1930 Sampson Miller Indy Roadster, 1933 “Eddie Hall” Bentley, 1939 Mercedes-Benz 540k Roadster and a 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (the first Corvette to win its class at LeMans). The open car show took place on the streets of downtown Lakeland with over 600 collector and classic cars. Even though the Downtown Auto Festival is not judged, sponsor favorites were presented with ribbons and prizes. Each year a display of the Golden Anniversary Group features cars celebrating their 50th Anniversary. They include cars such as the Pontiac 2+2, Ford Galaxie XL500 and Sunbeam Tiger. Music. A marquee displays miscellaneous information such as events, entertainment, sports, cost of living, etc. of 1965. The highlight of the day is the Awards Ceremony of Concours d’Elegance trophies and Lee Iacocca Award presentation. An optional event on Sunday (Oct. 18) concluded the weekend. The Hemmings Road Tour has pre-registered participants on an early morning drive through the countryside of Hemmings County. Members John and Cecilia Layzell enjoyed it . Next year’s Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival will take place on the weekend of October 15, 2016. PHOTOS BYJEAN HAWA AND BOB SQUIER
SMALL CARS SWAN AWARD: Frank Rubino’s Riley Elf Beach car was only produced in 1967. 92 examples were manufactured and sold on the French, Spanish, and Italian Riviera. The car had no doors, no top, and no windows. It has been restored exactly as it was sold in 1967. (shown above)
The waiter parade lead by a Scottish bagpiper is a crowd pleaser as the waiters bring lunch to the concours participants.
BEST OF SHOW NON-CLASSIC: 1952 Rolls Royce Silver Wraith owned by Guy Lewis is a long wheelbase seven passenger limousine shown on the right and below at the winner’s circle.
BEST OF SHOW: CLASSIC 1929 DuPont G Speedster. It is one of the remaining Model G 4-place bodied by Merrimac featuring 321 c.i. straight 8 cylinder 125 hp. As shown below and left.
Right: Antique wooden boats
LAKE MIRROR CLASSIC AUTO FESTIVAL PAGE 13
John Jones is behind his 2000 Mazda Miata LS This car has been driven less than 2000 miles/year and is 100% as it left the factory with the exception of tires and other maintenance items.
Philip Williams stands beside his 1988 Pontiac 6000 LE Safari station wagon.
Adele and Mel Mann standing beside their 1971 Corvette.
Tony Valera’s 1941 Chrysler Royal 4 door sedan
Marcia and Oscar Castro are in front of their 1972 AMC Javelin SS Pierre Cardin 360 CI V8. The interior was designed by Pierre Cardin and had matching fender emblems.
Nivardo Mora with his 1958 MGA Roadster coupe which is a small British sports car made in Abington, England from May 1955 until July 1962. In September 1956 a coupe version with the 1500 cc engine was produced. Only 5500 came to the United States with an inline 4 cylinder, 4-speed transmission and drum brakes.
Left: 1947 Ford COE: From a strictly aesthetic point of view, a cab over truck should not be considered attractive However, even with the grotesquely stunted lines and wrong proportions, many people are attracted to them.
This restored COE sports its original flathead engine, 4-speed crash box, and 2-speed rear axle.
1929 Ruxton Sedan:
A beautiful example of American front wheel drive engineering and was the first Ruston to be assembled at the Moon Motor Car Company in
St. Louis. The engine is a Continental Straight 8 with speeds capable of 70 mph. Only 99 Ruxtons were produced between 1929 and 1930. Only 18 Ruxtons have survived.
Page 14 THE RUMMAGE BOX / NOVEMBER MINUTES / NEW MEMBERS
Why AACA?
By Don Barlup, President
Growing up in the mid 40’s and 50’s, my first recollection of an automobile was my parents 1939 Chevy Business Coupe. My younger brother and I sat on the two jump seats in the rear. In 1950 a new Plymouth graced the driveway. My mother insisted on a 2-door sedan so that her boys would not accidentally fall out of the rear doors. To my parents a car was a necessary form of transportation. Nothing more. Nothing less. They would have been 100 years old this year.
Fast forward to 1971. Carol and I purchased our first old car, a 1940 Pontiac 4-door Sedan for the grand sum of $300.00, a lot of money for a young couple with a son born a year earlier. We still have that car and enjoy an occasional drive for ice cream in it.
It was black and the original owner had a problem backing in and out of his garage, hence four NOS fenders and chrome were in order. It needed new tires so, four 600x16 truck tires were purchased – I had no idea that vintage car tires were available.
I polished it up and we heard about an antique car show at a now long closed amusement park called Williams Grove, near where we used to live close to Mechanicsburg, PA.
We were apprehensive to say the least! The car was original and far from shiny (this was prior to fender and chrome replacement). We unceremoniously arrived to see about 50 gorgeous and shiny cars. We almost turned around and left, as we felt that our car was not going to be welcomed.
Turns out, that we were welcomed by the other car owners, who were much older than we were. Back then they were looking for younger members, as we are today.
We had a great time and joined AACA and Gettysburg Region (who was hosting the show) that day and never looked back!
Why AACA? Because we were welcomed and encouraged to get involved. Incidentally, the National dues were $10.00/year and the Region dues were $2.00/year. That was over 10% of my weekly income in 1971, but the best investment I ever made!
November 2, 2015 Minutes (continued from page 4)
Bob Squier have administrative permission to place club business on Facebook. Oscar Castro said he would take care of it.
Sunshine Report: Ira Shapiro thanked the club for sending him a get-well card.
Adjournment: 8:18 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted, Luis O. Quevedo, Secretary
Oscar Carega 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle Peter Eldridge 1956 Cheverolet 150 BelAir Michael Gamsen 1969 Pontiac GTO 1970 Oldsmobile 442 1987 Buick “T” T7W Elpidodio “Al” and Miriam Padilla 1954 Buick Roadmaster Riviera 72R Carlos Rios 1969 Pontiac Firebird Joe and Michelle Shulman 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
The only changes since 1971 are the dues and the eligible vehicles. It is our job to continue to encourage membership and involvement in AACA – it starts at the local level. Have you signed up a new member recently? Who knows, that person could be your Region or National President some day.
The future of AACA is in your hands!
Reprinted with permission from the FALL 2015 issue of The Rummage Box, THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE OF THE ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA
FROM:
A.A.C.A. South Florida Region
c/o Jean Hawa
9999 SW 71 Avenue
Pinecrest, FL 33156-3063
TO:
DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
2016 AACA NATIONAL/REGION EVENTS
(check Antique Automobile or www.aaca.org for more information) February 11-13, 2016– AACA Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA March 16-19, 2016– Winter Meet, Naples, FL; hosted by Naples Marco Island Region April 7-10, 2016--Southeastern Spring Meet, Charlotte, NC; hosted by Hornets Nest Region May 5-7, 2016 AACA Special Meet Auburn, IN; hosted by AACA National May 19-21, 2016 - Eastern Spring Meet; Vineland, NJ - hosted by South Jersey Region
South Florida Region Events Website: (www.aacasouthflorida.club) December 2015
01– Board Meeting– 7:30 P.M. Bob Squier 12– Holiday Party– 12:30 PM La Isla Restaurant– 9525 North Kendall Drive, (RSVP by December 5th to Philip Williams; $10/member; $35/ guest; bring gift for gift exchange (see enclosed flyer/ attached e-light flyer)
January 2016 05– Board Meeting– 7:30 PM– Gary Shanock 15- General Meeting– 7:30 PM Miami Friends Meeting House 1185 Sunset Drive, Coral Gables 33143 16-17– Art Deco– 10 AM-3 PM South Beach on Ocean Drive February 2016 02– Board Meeting– 7:30 PM– Ira Shapiro 19– General Meeting-7:30 PM Miami Friends Meeting House 1185 Sunset Drive, Coral Gables 33143 28– Vintage Vehicles at Old Cutler 10 AM-3 PM- Criteria: 1959 & older; original or restored to original
OTHER CAR EVENTS
December 13, 2015– Festival Holiday Car Show: The Festival Flea Market Mall (2900 W. Sample Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33073) is located in South Florida on Sample Road at the Florida Turnpike, Exit 69, Pompano Beach, Florida; http://festival.com/
February 21, 2016 Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance; http://www.bocaratonconcours.com/event/
February 28, 2016- 23rd Annual All British Classic Car Show honoring the TR3, TR4, TR7 and TR8!;Once again our car show will be at Royal Palm Place (300 S Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432) rain or shine http://www.goldcoastbritcar.com/
SUNSHINE REPORT
ALL ARE WELL!
Jeff Ashen Peter Eldridge Nina Epstein Alex Fardales Cathy Harvey Laurence T. Huber David Quintana Evan Kolodny Carlos Rios Erik Kozak Andres Sanchez James McCrory Michele Talarico Judy McCrory Ralph Thiele
