Horse Tales - December 2015 - Ferrari Club of America
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Horse Tales - December 2015 - Ferrari Club of America
NEW ENGLAND REGION HorseTales volume 15 | issue 4 | december 2015 Ferrari NA President and CEO Edwin Fenech with FCA Regional Director Suzy Hiniker, and Ferrari of New England owner Ernie Boch, Jr. at the Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party Pg. 8 inside Goodwood Revival 14 | Maine Event 17 | Hibernating Your Ferrari 18 Alden Sherman Classic 20 | Scarsdale 28| CCG & Miller Event 29 Automotive Accessories Laser Measured FloorLiner™ Available for: Ferrari California Ferrari FF Ferrari 458 Ferrari 599 GTB Ferrari 360 Ferrari 430 Maserati Ghibli Maserati Quattroporte Maserati GranTurismo Ferrari FF Shown Accessories Available for Order Now: 800-441-6287 Acura · Audi · BMW · Buick · Cadillac · Chevrolet · Chrysler · Dodge · Ferrari · Ford · GMC · Honda · Hummer · Hyundai · Infiniti Isuzu · Jeep · Kia · Land Rover · Lexus · Lincoln · Maserati · Mazda · Mercedes-Benz · Mercury · Mini · Mitsubishi · Nissan Oldsmobile · Plymouth · Pontiac · Porsche · Saab · Saturn · Scion · Subaru · Suzuki · Toyota · Volkswagen · Volvo · and more! American Customers WeatherTech.com Canadian Customers WeatherTech.ca European Customers WeatherTechEurope.com © 2015 by MacNeil IP LLC Ferrari Club New England MacNeil 3-15.indd 1 2/20/15 5:19 PM volume 15 | issue 4 | december 2015 NEW ENGLAND REGION contents 8 Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party 14Goodwood Revival 17 The Maine Event 18 Tips for Hibernating Your Ferrari 20 Alden Sherman Classic 28 Scarsdale Concours d’Elegance Page 6: Sunday in The Park 29Collector’s Car Garage & Miller Motor Cars HorseTales Page 9: Annual Meeting Page 17: The Maine Event Page 30: Boston Common Cup regulars: 4 Club Business 6From the Regional Director and the Publisher 8 Events Calendar Cover photo: Ferrari of New England Production Notes: Fletcher Design Group clubBusiness policies advertising Horse Tales (“HT”) is copyright of the non-profit Ferrari Club of America New England Region (herein referred to as either FCA/NER or the “Club”) and cannot be reproduced or photocopied in whole or in part other than for individual personal use. 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Membership: Chris Ahlgrim [email protected] the ferrari club of america FCA/NER is the New England Region of The Ferrari Club of America covering Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. The Ferrari Club of America, incorporated in 1962 and recognized by Ferrari S.p.A has 16 regions throughout North America, and 32 chapters within these regions putting on events. For membership information visit FCA on the web at www.ferrariclubofamerica.com or call 800.328.0444 | mailing address: Ferrari Club of America PO Box 2488 - Ft Lauderdale, FL 33303 4 | HorseTales | december 2015 The Ferrari Club of America - New England Region and Presenting Sponsors invite you to an event to benefit the Heart Program at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center Design: CasertaDesign.com Sunday, June 28, 2015 LaSalle Road, West Hartford, CT 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. FerrariAndFriends.com june 2015 | HorseTales | 5 | connecticut | maine | massachusetts | new hampshire | rhode island | vermont | fromtheRegionalDirector Dear Ferraristi, November 19 was our Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party, held at the lovely home of Ernie Boch Jr. There was a ballot vote held for all elected offices on the New England Region board for 2016/2017. Here are the results of the election: In newly elected positions we have Vince Rossi from CT as Secretary, Tom Ducibella as MA Chapter President, and Gary Hiniker from MA as Treasurer. In re-elected positions we have Glenn Farrell as Maine Chapter President, Mike Odierna as CT Chapter President, and Mike Fandozzi as NH/ VT Chapter President. A terrific team, I am sure you will agree. Give any one of them a shout with thoughts or suggestions. The Rhode Island Chapter President position is open. Contact me if you’d like to run a few events in the Ocean State. Andrea Itin is our new and talented Publisher of Horse Tales. Andrea is a Creative Director at Fletcher Design Group, and also owns and runs two catering vehicles; a pizza truck and a beverage truck. My sincerest gratitude goes to my two good friends; retiring Club Secretary Bob LaRosa and Club Treasurer Andrew Baldassarre. Both are two longtime FCA members, and pillars of our New England Ferrari Club. Thank you, gentlemen, for you many years of hard work and contributions to the Ferrari Club. FCA-NER looks forward to many more years of driving and friendship with you both. Finally, thank you to all who attended the cocktail party. It was our most attended FCA-NER event ever. See pictures and article in this issue of Horse Tales. And hope to see you at an event soon. Ciao, Suzy Suzy Hiniker, Regional Director Pictures by Suzy Hiniker Lime Rock Sunday in the Park More than fifty Ferraris were parked on track for LRP’s ‘Gathering of the Marques’ 6 | HorseTales | december 2015 2016Eventscalendar for more details and continuously updated information: www.fca-newengland.org | www.empirestateregion.com | www.fcacanadaeast.org jan 10: june Don Rose of RM Sotheby’s talks shop, Concord, MA. Don Rose, noted auto authority and Specialist at RM Sotheby’s, will give us an insider look at car auctions. Noon Lunch at Papa-Razzi’s on Rte 2 in Concord, MA. Must RSVP to Thomas Ducibella at [email protected] 21-24: Cavallino Classic at the Breakers in Palm Beach, FL is one of the world’s most respected Ferrari Concours. www.cavallino.com/ cavallino-classic.html march 22: 18-22: FCA International Meet in Columbus, OH. Host Hotel: Columbus Hilton Polaris 614.885.1600 Hilton discount-mention ‘FCA’ when making your reservation. Track events at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, more info evolving at www.fca2016.org august 27-28: Dream Ride 2016! Cars, Motorcycles and Athletes gather for fun and fundraising for Special Olympics and other worthy causes. Join us! Sponsored by Bozutto’s Inc. www.dreamride.org The not-to-be-missed annual North End Dinner at Mamma Maria’s 3 N. Square Boston, MA. RSVP to Glenn Farrell [email protected] Ferrari Club Track Days at Lime Rock Park, Aug 2015 CT member Barney Hallingby and his 1958 250 GT Cabriolet at the Classic Coach setup Team Pilota, in the house 360 Challenge Car and Z06 Vette, ready to roll out december 2015 | HorseTales | 7 annual meeting 458 Speciale in front of Boch’s house Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party with Ferrari NA CEO Edwin Fenech By: Suzy Hiniker-Regional Director Photo Credits: Joshua Sweeney of Shoot for Details And Ferrari of New England N ovember 19 was our Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party, held at the lovely estate of FCA member and Ferrari of New England owner Ernie Boch, Jr. The food, beverage, music, and ambience were first-rate. The Ferrari Club-New England Region had 125 members in attendance, the most club attendees ever at an NER event. Our special guest speaker was Edwin Fenech, President and CEO of Ferrari North America. Edwin is a very warm and engaging gentleman, and spoke to us about Ferrari NA and SpA, where they are, where they are headed, and how pleased he was to be meeting with the members of Ferrari Club of New England. This regional meet and greet was a first for Ferrari NA. Edwin spent the entire evening with us and graciously took the time to 8 | HorseTales | december 2015 speak with many members at the event. Also spending the evening with us from Ferrari NA was Greg Adams - Director of Marketing and Brand Experience, and Brian Morrison - Regional Sales Manager. During his 15 year tenure at Ferrari, Edwin has served as President and CEO of Ferrari China, CEO of Ferrari Challenge, and held other notable positions in the Middle East, Africa, Europe and China. Edwin had his one year anniversary as President and CEO of Ferrari NA when he visited with us. The night was quite a splash. Many thanks go to Ernie Boch Jr., General Manager Jesse Berger and Service Manager Michael Shalhoub of Ferrari of New England, and Leslie Stormes who all helped put this fine event together. december 2015 | HorseTales | 9 10 | HorseTales | december 2015 Green Green Green december 2015 | HorseTales | 11 Tim Prete’s ‘Hospital Special’ 360 Modena 12 | HorseTales | december 2015 Just a few of “Seeing Red”, at Earls Court, centered on 25 of the most legendary and desirable roadgoing Ferraris, both pre and post 1966 Pictures by Mike Odierna and Mieko Tarui Goodwood Revival September 11-13, 2015 By: Mike Odierna N he Goodwood Revival is a threeday festival held each September at Goodwood Circuit in England since 1998 for the types of road racing cars and motorcycles that would have competed during the circuit’s original period—1948–1966. Most people dress in period clothes. It is one of the world’s most popular motor race meetings and the only UK event which recreates the golden era of motor sport from the 1950s and 1960s. The festival acts as a showcase for exceptional wheel-to-wheel racing around a classic track, untouched by the modern world and relives the glory days of Goodwood 14 | HorseTales | december 2015 Circuit, which ranked alongside Silverstone as Britain’s leading racing venue throughout its active years. Between 1948 and 1966 Goodwood hosted contemporary racing of all kinds, including Formula One, the famous Goodwood Nine Hours race and the celebrated Tourist Trophy sports car race. The festival includes Grand Prix cars from the Fifties and Sixties, sports and GT cars, including many Ferraris, as well as historic saloon cars and little-seen Formula Juniors. Many of these important historic racing cars are driven by famous names from motor sport past and present. Famous drivers who have taken part include: Sir Stirling Moss, John Surtees, Sir Jack Brabham, Phil Hill, Derek Bell, David Coulthard, Damon Hill, Gerhard Berger, Martin Brundle, Bobby Rahal, Johnny Herbert, Wayne Gardner, Giacomo Agostini, Jean Alesi, Barry Sheene and Peter Brock, as well as Chris Rea and Rowan Atkinson (as Mr. Bean) in 2009. Imagine a magical place where Ferrari 250 GTOs race against Jaguar E-Types, where legendary drivers pilot vintage cars they’ve never driven before, where cars that belong in museums swap paint with equally valuable Vintage airman Mike Odierna with modern Ferraris; a 488 and LaFerrari Some Ferrari preparations before the race Photos to right Flat out and determined to stand on podium Competitors, and brand name drivers after a 30 min race Spitfires on the field at Goodwood rivals, and, for a touch of class, where the vast majority of spectators dress in period garb. That place is a gearhead’s dream. It’s the annual Goodwood Revival in southern England. Held on the grounds of a former airfield that was active during the Battle of Britain in World War II (and now owned by the Earl of March), the Goodwood Revival is more than just a car show. It’s a celebration of the Allied victory in World War II, the cars it spawned, and the freedom those cars represent. For aviation enthusiasts, one thing Revival will go down in history for this year is the Spitfires. That’s as it should be, of course, in this the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain – and in a place that used to be a wartime Spitfire base. There were an astonishing 20 Supermarine Spitfires and associated models parked up in front of the new Aeroclub building as part of the Freddie March Spirit of Aviation display, along with four Hawker Hurricanes (and the world’s only airworthy Bristol Blenheim). If you haven’t been to the Goodwood Revival, add it to your wish list. december 2015 | HorseTales | 15 䈀攀 瀀愀爀琀 漀昀 琀栀攀 搀爀攀愀洀⸀ 吀栀攀 䐀爀攀愀洀刀椀搀攀 䔀砀瀀攀爀椀攀渀挀攀 䄀甀最甀猀琀 ㈀㘀ⴀ㈀㠀Ⰰ ㈀ 㘀 䴀漀琀漀爀挀礀挀氀攀 刀愀氀氀礀 愀渀搀 刀椀搀攀 ∠ 䐀爀攀愀洀 䌀愀爀 䌀爀甀椀猀攀 ∠ 䐀爀攀愀洀 䌀愀爀 匀栀漀眀 䐀攀氀椀挀椀漀甀猀 䘀漀漀搀 ∠ 䰀椀瘀攀 䔀渀琀攀爀琀愀椀渀洀攀渀琀 ∠ 倀攀琀 䄀搀漀瀀琀椀漀渀猀 ∠ 䌀攀氀攀戀爀椀琀礀 䄀瀀瀀攀愀爀愀渀挀攀猀 嘀攀渀搀漀爀猀 ∠ 刀愀昀昀氀攀猀 ∠ 䘀愀洀椀氀礀 䘀甀渀 ☀ 䴀漀爀攀 䈀爀漀甀最栀琀 吀漀 夀漀甀 䈀礀㨀 吀漀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀㨀 ⸀㠀㠀㠀⸀䐀刀䴀⸀刀䤀䐀䔀 䐀爀攀愀洀刀椀搀攀⸀漀爀最 The Maine Event By Suzy Hiniker Group Shot of the Maine Event A helicopter stopped in for our tour of Chuck Schwager’s car collection Pictures by Suzy Hiniker M aine Chapter President Glenn Farrell swore this would be his last Maine Event, but we have too much fun on these fall weekends. This year we stayed at the new Press Hotel in Portland, the former Press Herald building cleverly themed in old-time newspaper journalism décor. Our group had a scrumptious dinner in a private room at the hotel on Friday. On Saturday we took a zippy drive led by Bob Tkacik (Maine Line Exotics) on scenic New England roads to Wolfeboro, NH. There, avid car enthusiast Chuck Schwager gave us a car by car tour of his collection of European and American exotics (check out www.theautoblonde.com for a complete tour). Saturday night we took a ferry to Peaks Island for a lobster dinner and laughs. Food, foliage, and Ferraris, what could be better? Chuck enchants us with stories On the ferry to Peak’s Island, Maine. No one fell off december 2015 | HorseTales | 17 The kids with their drivers in front of CCMC Tips for Hibernating Your Ferrari By Tom Ducibella 18 | HorseTales | december 2015 M ost of us store our Ferraris for the winter to keep them on a low salt diet, or we avoided finding the right size snow tires (just kidding; except maybe FF owners). While your car is hibernating, there are useful things to do to prolong its value and prevent deterioration. Although storage information occasionally appears, here is a list of tips that I have used for decades, which have made a difference for my cars and do not require a lot of time or mechanical expertise. So if you miss your Ferrari when snowbound, here are some bonding suggestions: 1. Fill your tank with fresh gas to prevent/minimize both condensation and oxidation. Air is the enemy here; if there is no air, almost all surfaces are covered by fuel, leaving little surface available for condensation. For 30 years, this method has worked without fuel stabilizers (i.e., cars start the 1st or 2nd try). 2. Fill your tires a few psi (pounds per square inch) above running pressure for the ambient temperature in your garage: For every 10 degree(s) drop in temperature, pressure decreases about 1 psi. So, increase the pressure accordingly after the temperature drops - if the factory pressure is 30 psi, put in about 35 psi after your car has reached storage temperature for a few days. And, make a windshield note to re-adjust pressure before driving. Because I am such a tire lover, I push my car 6 inches forward or backwards once a month. Compressors are inexpensive, whether a floor model or 12 volt run-off a car battery. If you don’t have one, use a nearby service or gas station and bring your own gauge. To be safe, always check the maximum pressure on the sidewall. And, while you’re at it, check the date your tire was made (see: http://blog. tirerack.com/blog/hunters-ramblings/ how-old-are-the-tires-i-buy). I should not have to tell anyone what the experts say about tires more than 7-10 years old, unless you have a garage queen or Dairy Queen vehicle. If you are an exit and entrance ramp adhesion freak like me, do the right thing. Isn’t it fun to see all that other rolling hardware that had been sitting on your bumper disappear in your rearview mirror on the ramps? 3. On older cars, coat your carburetor bodies, linkages and exposed anodized fittings with WD-40 or silicone lubricant. To prevent the spray from getting on other stuff, mask with 2 sheets of newspaper, or spray into the cap and brush on; avoid getting on paint. 4. Get a battery maintainer (unless your newer Ferrari came with one) that automatically shuts off on full charge (avoid cheap or older “chargers” that do not). If used during both storage and long periods between drives, it will double the life of your battery and thus pay for itself since batteries are so expensive. With an excellent maintainer, disconnecting the battery ground is not necessary (always read both the manufacturer’s instructions and any in your Ferrari owner’s manual). Deltran 0.75amp “tenders” are roughly $40. 5. For many models, leave your doors slightly ajar but not open; check that all courtesy and dash warning lights are off. This decompresses the door rubber weather strip, prolonging its life and preventing permanent compression that leads to cracking. 6. If a car cover is not part of your Ferrari’s life, give it a holiday gift that is soft on the inside and breathable. 7. During storage, any high humidity with swings of sudden temperature can cause condensation on brake rotors, electrical connectors, brake lines, and other parts. Even though your ECU is sealed, many electrical connectors may not be; and Webers dislike condensation. A medium sized, portable dehumidifier (set at 60%) will pay for itself (approximately $200, depending on the size of your space). NOTE: If the temperature drops below about 50 degrees, turn off your dehumidifier or see the manufacturer’s instructions; and, get a unit that allows emptying by either reservoir or is “hoseto-drain” (the latter is obviously more convenient). 8. Put your convertible top in the upright position, and use a thin car cover or clean bed sheet to collect the dust (instead of your top fabric) 9.An important and well known, but underappreciated (or ignored) maintenance is “feeding” your interior; and I don’t mean cucina italiana. I have seen too many beautiful interiors drying out with leather beginning to crack. But, more importantly, the leather structure itself is suffering. Don’t even ask about the replacement cost (parts & labor) of interior upholstery. Nourish it with any number of leather preservatives from reputable manufacturers. First, give your interior some TLC with a soft vacuum attachment, then wipe down with a damp cloth, and followed by conditioner. If the leather is very dry, consider a deep conditioner and consult an expert for product choices. If coloration is damaged (e.g., driver’s side seatback side bolster), professionals with airbrush spray equipment can re-colorize (consult before treating with conditioner). Decade’s old leather often will have fine surface cracks, which are normal and “Preservation Class”. 10. Stone chip paint protection: Anytime, but especially winter, is a good time to investigate the value of newer self-healing CLEAR plastic films to prevent stone chips in your expensive Ferrari paint. After all, the nose of your car often sits behind SUV tires at a similar elevation. The best films are transparent, removable, easier to keep clean than paint, guaranteed not to yellow (Expel Ultimate/10 years), affordable (compared to repainting), and stress reducing. Ever return from a highway trip to find new road rash on your nose paint? One of the newest films is Expel Ultimate (self-healing, 6 mil); there is also the standard film from 3M. Although there are some do-it-yourself kits, my advice is taking it to the experts, for example: if south of Boston beltway, contact Ferrari of New England or Miller Motorcars for information; and, if north, Automotive Elegance in Stoneham (as a northerner, I have had excellent results and their shop a large cliental of high end sports car dealers and individual owners). 11.So, don’t be a foreigner to your Ferrari this winter - it would appreciate some quality time with its driver and in the spring it will look and run better. 12.An added tip from RD Suzy: the Rat Zapper Ultra (by Victorpest.com). If you think you have mice (I hate ‘em) in the garage, get several Zappers and put them along the walls. The Rat Zapper Ultra takes 4 D cell batteries, bait them (I use 2 crackers with peanut butter smeared inside), flip it on, and the Zapper will flash when it’s been ‘activated’. Very simple, no mess, no touch, and the ‘rat’ model is the best. However, do not use if you have very small pets. december 2015 | HorseTales | 19 Alden Sherman Classic By: Vince Rossi A Great Turnout at The Alden Sherman Classic N ew England Region members arrived in numbers to the Alden Sherman Classic Car Show in Weston, CT on Sept 20. Members met for breakfast and then formed a convoy en route to the show grounds. The car show had formal judging but most FCA members attended just for the atmosphere and a chance to catch-up with fellow car enthusiasts on a glorious summer’s day. There were various Ferrari models present ~ 360, 458, Daytona, Testarossa, F512M, 365, 308, 599 and more. Other cars at the show ranged from a pro drag racer to bubble cars and everything in between. 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Traffic being very mild on a Sunday morning in October meant that participants and visitors had no trouble getting to the show, with the center of town being closed down for the event, which is now in its 15th year. The Concours actually began as a school project for two young car enthusiasts and over the years has grown into a popular regional event on the Concours circuit. Given the number of classic car collections, we saw cars that have also previously appeared at the Greenwich and Lime Rock’s Sunday in the Park Concourses. The Scarsdale Concours does a nice job of presenting an eclectic selection from every part of the world and every time period. 28 | HorseTales | december 2015 Collector’s Car Garage and Miller Motorcars Vince Rossi and Mike Odierna B eautiful fall colors were in full bloom for the Oct 24 FCA-NER multi-state, multi-stop events. We first stopped at Collectors’ Car Garage (CCG) in Bedford Hills, NY, a country club for car people. The expansive 66,000 sq. ft. facility houses an astonishing array of exotics and other collectible vehicles. The turn-out for this catered breakfast and tour was very impressive, with many stunning Ferraris and other significant marques in the parking lot. CCG Principals Matt Ivanhoe and James Machinist graciously showcased the stored exotics. Attendees then took off on a scenic fall drive to the next destination - Miller Motorcars in Greenwich, CT for a special unveiling. Members cars in the lot at Collector Car Garage Best in Show: 1957 Ferrari 335 Sport; 1 of 4 built Inside CCG Private parking greeted FCA guests and inside white linen tables surrounded a vehicle draped by a Ferrari-red cover. After a brief introduction the cover was lifted to reveal a sharp black over tan 488 GTB. A turn of the key filled the room with the throaty sound of the 661hp twin turbo V8. A fabulous catered Italian lunch was provided for the 90+ guests who had a chance to mingle and take a closer look at the latest superb offering from Maranello. A special thank you to Evan Cygler and Don Pinatvalle and their exceptional team at Miller Motorcars, and to Matt and James at Collector’s Car Garage for the day’s events. Scenic drive, out the back of a 458 Spyder Twin Turbo V8 Don Pintavalle and Evan Cygler unveil the new 488 at Miller Motorcars december 2015 | HorseTales | 29 The 3rd Annual Boston Cup on Boston Common T he 3rd annual Boston Cup on Boston Common has become a very popular car show. We had many New England members bring a Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Mercedes, Jaguar or other marques. Kudos to CT member Peter Lombardo for winning 1st Place with his 1950 Cisitalia Columbo Sport Corsa. 30 | HorseTales | december 2015 december 2015 | HorseTales | 31 32 | HorseTales | december 2015