Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Springfield, Ohio Swap Meet
Being from Michigan, when I see someone wearing an Ohio State logo, I typically give them a hard time. However, being in Ohio this weekend, I had to bite my tongue! And they did play Saturday afternoon, winning in overtime! That may have contributed to the quick decline in attendance at the swap meet late Saturday afternoon. With the weather being amazingly warm for mid-November, thousands of people came out to Springfield to find the proverbial "needle in the haystack". There was also a car show and plenty of 'cars for sale'. This was the third and final swap meet of the season hosted by http://www.ohioswapmeet.com/. According to the show organizers, the spring swap meet is incredible! Take a moment to check out their website and put the 2010 dates on your calendar!
Monday, November 9, 2009
Let's Talk Cars!
The sun was shining during the Let's Talk Cars car show in High Point, NC! The event included many unique classics, with great stories!
Click on the video to view this gorgeous '59 Porsche 356 1600! The paint job, two tone interior and detailing makes this classic my favorite during the High Point event!
This is a video clip of a 1956 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible! This is a stylish restoration with shinning chrome and two tone paint with the white wall tires really complete the character of this classic!
It was great to have the opportunity to view a wide range of classics during the show event. Congratulations to the organizers for having a successful car show! The gathering of classics continues every Thursday evening in High Point!
See you at the next show!
Significant Cars Open House!
Have you ever been on http://www.significantcars.com/ ? If you haven't, you should check it out! Better yet, if you want to see some of the inventory in person, go to their newly opened showroom! Here's their address and phone number:
2225 E 54th St. Suite B
Indianapolis IN 46220
317-636-9900
They'll be having an open house this Saturday, November 14th, from 12-4 p.m. Significant Cars has everything from 'Classic Era' cars to 'Future Classics'! Below is just a taste of what you will see in the showroom!
Indianapolis IN 46220
317-636-9900
They'll be having an open house this Saturday, November 14th, from 12-4 p.m. Significant Cars has everything from 'Classic Era' cars to 'Future Classics'! Below is just a taste of what you will see in the showroom!
1976 Austin Mini
1993 Dhenp Russion BMW Replica
A very rare 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C2500 SS Cabriolet
A 1926 Stutz 4 Passenger Speedster
Thursday, November 5, 2009
A WIN for the hobby!!
We did it!! On November 4th, 2009, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) Pollution Control Board passed the revised ruling of the Antique Vehicle Definition for the motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program in Lake and Porter Counties of Indiana (326 IAC 13-1.1 -1). With the amazing efforts of the Auto Clubs Council of Indiana (ACCI), Hagerty Insurance Agency, and SEMA, we were able to sit down with the IDEM and help them 'define' an antique vehicle.
Whew!!! Let me put that in words that I would understand: On November 4th, 2009, the collector car hobby and antique vehicles are no longer subject to emmissions testing in Lake and Porter Counties if they have: A) Collector Car Insurance or B) the vehicle has been driven a maximum of three thousand miles per calendar year and has Federally required pollution control equipment in place. The easiest thing to do is to get Collector Car Insurance!! I know just the place: http://www.hagerty.com/ Wouldn't you want to be insured by a company that cares about the hobby and protecting enthusiasts rights?
Hat's off to the ACCI http://www.acc-indiana.org/ for spearheading this movement and taking the time to make sure there's a future for this hobby!
You may ask yourself: Why do I care about this? I'm not in Lake or Porter Counties? Here's my response: It's only a matter of time until emmissions testing is expanded to a county near you. Get on board and help curb these issues BEFORE they are issues. What can you do to help? Join the ACCI, join SEMA, insure your collector car(s) with Hagerty. These are all entities that give back to the hobby and who genuinely care about your rights as a collector car owner!
Check out these links to view the details on what was accomplished yesterday:
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_factsheet.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_prop_rule_changes.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_prapa.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_rtc_1st_hearing.pdf
Whew!!! Let me put that in words that I would understand: On November 4th, 2009, the collector car hobby and antique vehicles are no longer subject to emmissions testing in Lake and Porter Counties if they have: A) Collector Car Insurance or B) the vehicle has been driven a maximum of three thousand miles per calendar year and has Federally required pollution control equipment in place. The easiest thing to do is to get Collector Car Insurance!! I know just the place: http://www.hagerty.com/ Wouldn't you want to be insured by a company that cares about the hobby and protecting enthusiasts rights?
Hat's off to the ACCI http://www.acc-indiana.org/ for spearheading this movement and taking the time to make sure there's a future for this hobby!
You may ask yourself: Why do I care about this? I'm not in Lake or Porter Counties? Here's my response: It's only a matter of time until emmissions testing is expanded to a county near you. Get on board and help curb these issues BEFORE they are issues. What can you do to help? Join the ACCI, join SEMA, insure your collector car(s) with Hagerty. These are all entities that give back to the hobby and who genuinely care about your rights as a collector car owner!
Check out these links to view the details on what was accomplished yesterday:
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_factsheet.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_prop_rule_changes.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_prapa.pdf
http://www.in.gov/idem/files/apcb_2009_nov_08-674_rtc_1st_hearing.pdf
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival
The warmth southern hospitality was on display during the 8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance (www.hhiconcours.com)!
The event displayed four wonderful events including the Savannah/Hilton Head Speed Classic, Motoring Midway, Car Club Jamboree and the Concours d'Elegance. There was always something to admire during this four day event!
It was amazing listening to the stories behind each vintage vehicle. The gentleman in the photograph told the story of how he purchased his 1930 Essex, 53 years ago for $45 dollars! The original price for the 1930 Essex was approximately $685. The event had a relaxing atmosphere and enthusiasts were encouraged to interact with both the owners and vintage vehicles.
The honored Marque for the event was Mercedes-Benz. Please click on the video below to view this gorgeous 1953 Mercedes-Benz 500 K.
This is a 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 Spyder! This is the only 246 Dino Spyder with a fuel injected engine.
This is a beautiful 1931 Mercer Convertible Roadster, and was the only car completed by Mercer Company for 1931. The Factory guaranteed 100 mph for it's 140 hp engine! Only 150 miles on the engine!
This is a remarkable 1920 Stutz H. This classic accommondated 6-7 passengers, and had a sticker price of $3,500!
The 8th Annual Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival also hosts other exhibits including several beautiful classic wooden Chris Crafts, Test and Drive from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Infiniti and Jaguar and the ultra sleek Infiniti Essence concept vehicle. The event attracted thousands of car enthusiast to Hilton Head Island, and it was exciting to see all the enthusiasts enjoying show.
Congratulations to Carolyn Vanagel, Executive Director, and further event organizers in making this event a success! Please click on http://www.hhiconcours.com/ for additional information this wonderful event!
See you in 2010!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
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