Fahren Affairs July 2012 - BMW Car Club of America

BMW Car Club
of America
San Diego Chapter
JULY 2012
Vol. 34 No. 7
The 2012
Photo: Lisa Goehring
Jack Cavanaugh Memorial
Car Show, Clean Car
Contest, Bake Sale &
Charity Auction
INSIDE
President’s Column.........................3
Calendar of Events..........................4
New Members.................................4
Meeting Minutes..............................6
Photo: Lisa Goehring
Member Discounts..........................7
Upcoming Events............................8
Clean Car Show & Auction............ 11
Bimmerfest 2012........................... 14
Sunday Funday Autocross............ 16
Classifieds.....................................22
Photo: Paul Silver
Photo: Lisa Goehring
The President’s Column
OFFICERS
President:
Nick Owen ...................... [email protected]
Vice President:
Kim Wright .............. sd-vicepresident @sdbmwcca.com
Secretary:
Brett [email protected]
Treasurer:
Don Duncan...................... [email protected]
Director/Autocross:
Dan Tackett..................... [email protected]
Director/Driving School:
Andre Pantic.............. [email protected]
858-538-6951
Director/Equipmentmeister
Rich [email protected]
Director/Newsletter Editor:
Lisa Goehring................ [email protected]
Director/Social Coordinator:
Anne [email protected]
Director/Wachsmeister:
Dennis [email protected]
760-598-8770
Director/Webmeister:
Tom [email protected]
Directors-at-Large:
Thejusvi Ganesh....................... [email protected]
Jim Lloyd [email protected]
Scott [email protected]
Kim [email protected]
Commercial Advertising Manager
Thejusvi Ganesh....................... [email protected]
REGIONAL SERVICES
Regional Vice President:
Jeff [email protected]
Regional Tech Services Advisor:
Carl Nelson................................................858-488-1555
BMW CCA National Office: bmwcca.org
Membership (only)........................................... 800-878-9292
FAX....................................................................864-250-0038
General Info......................................................864-250-0022
Misc. Car Club Info
San Diego SCCA Auto-X .................. www.sdr-scca.com/solo2
SCCA Club Racing .... ....................................... sdr-scca.com/rr
SCCA Cal Club (L.A. region)............. . .............www.solo2.com
www.sdbmwcca.com
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Hello San Diego BMW Club members!!! We are officially in July!!!!!
Now that its summer and ambient temperatures are going up, be sure to keep
an eye on your temperature. I don’t mean your BMW’s oil or coolant temperature,
I mean YOUR temperature. My good friend, Satakal Khalsa wrote a quick blurb
to Roundel a year or two ago regarding driver comfort and how Air Conditioning
plays a significant role in maintaining driver comfort. I personally notice a drastic
change in my body temperature when I drive, especially in my hands. I often
move the A/C vents towards my face and hands to keep cool and prevent sweat
during those “spirited” moments. Some would argue that the air conditioning
system is not necessary in certain circumstances and some even go as far to
remove the air conditioning system completely from their BMW. In case you
didn’t know, even race teams use air conditioning in their race cars. In fact, in the
American Le Mans Series, there is a regulated, maximum driver temperature to
help keep the driver from overheating while in the middle of a race. That means
the race car is fitted with air conditioning and is used strategically throughout the
race. Coincidentally, my E90 M3 has a feature on the A/C control panel with a
button called MAX A/C. Its purpose is to act as a one-touch button for maximum
air conditioning when in demand. I tend to use this feature while in the hot pits at
an Autocross or Track Day to help keep the cabin cool when the airflow is low. I
must say, it is refreshing to get that quick but cool breeze of cold air.
July and August are going to be busy! Good for those who want to socialize
and cruise back roads with other members. If you’re free on Saturday July 14th,
there are a few places you may be interested in checking out. My good friends at
HRE wheels are hosting their annual open house with their products on display,
guided tours of their facility and misc food and beverages. I have personally
worked with HRE in the recent past and this event is off the charts! HRE is the
home of the best wheel manufacturer in the country and great people to educate
you on proper wheel technology and selection. My other good friend Neil Daly
at Oceanside Motorsports is also hosting an open house. Neil has been with the
San Diego BMWCCA community for a few years now and has officially survived
the preliminary years of shop ownership. Neil invites all of us from the San Diego
chapter on Saturday July 14th in Oceanside to attend his open house, complete
with food, beverages and good people to talk to.
Wednesday July 11th we are having a Meet & Greet at Green Flash Brewing
Company in Mira Mesa. $5 per person, includes tour and guided tastings, be
there by 5:30. Sunday July 15th we are having a Back Country Mountain Tour
put on by the Illustrious Jim Llyod. Starting at 10:00am, meet at the Target
Parking lot off Jamacha and Campo Rd. Jim will lead us on a back road tour
with a stop or two along the way. Expect a final meeting point for lunch as well.
Saturday August 4th we’re having baseball night again! Starting at 5:35, Padres
vs New York Mets, field box seats on the 3rd baseline. And if that isn’t exciting
enough for you, we are having a special Autocross on Sunday the 5th. Official
format is to be determined but we are planning on a no contest, practice day for
anyone to come out that wants to practice without competing.
Check out our monthly board meeting (the 2nd Tuesday of every month) at
Giovanni’s Pizza on Clairemont Mesa Blvd. at 6:30pm. I recommend coming
around 5:45 for free pizza and socializing with other club members and guests.
—Nick
Fahren Affairs is published by, and for, the San Diego Chapter of the BMW CCA. All information
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Unless otherwise stated, maintenance and modification procedures herein are not “Factory
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SUBMITTING INFORMATION TO THE EDITOR
Please send us your stories, tech. tips, photos, etc. We welcome and encourage
any material you think would be informative or interesting to other members. All
information should be submitted to the editor directly. Preferred format is e-mail.
The deadline for submitting information to the editor is the 15th of each month.
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2012 Calendar of Events
July 1
San Diego Chapter – Runoff Autocross at
Qualcomm Stadium, West Lot
Be sure to check the website
for all the latest news and
event announcements!
July 10
San Diego Chapter – Board Meeting.
The board meeting is open to all chapter
members
July 11
… is available with COLOR.
View color pdf issues on the
website at www.sdbmwcca.com.
www.sdbmwcca.com
San Diego Chapter – Meet & Greet,
Green Flash Brewing Company, 5:30 p.m.
July 15
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San Diego Chapter – Backcountry
Mountain Run; from Target lot on 2911
Jamacha Road, El Cajon; 10:00 a.m.
August 4
San Diego Chapter – Padres vs. New
York Mets; Petco Park, 5:35
August 5
New Club Members
San Diego Chapter – Autocross at
Qualcomm Stadium, West Lot
Welcome!
August 14
San Diego Chapter – Board Meeting.
The board meeting is open to all chapter
members
Kelly Allison
James Lynch
August 17 – 19
Lindsey Arcangel
Greg Maasberg
BMW CCA Regional Events – BMW CCA
Corral at Rolex Monterey Motorsports
Reunion, Laguna Seca; see festorics.org.
Plus: Legends of the Autobahn
Concours, Carmel Valley; see
legendsoftheautobahn.org
Sean Baumann
Matthew McCarthy 1973 2002
Neal Bederson
2004 X3; 2006 330i
Omar Mels
Craig Boros
Benjamin Molina
Jason Burkett
Frank Moser
Nick Crandall
Petri Neuvonen
August 18
Ryan Davis
Zachary Padilla
San Diego Chapter with Porsche Club –
Tech Session at Phil Thearle’s Autowerks;
8809 Mission Gorge Road
Santee, CA 10:00 a.m.
Les Edelstein
Bruce Rice
Marc Feldman
Dillon Roark
August 26
San Diego Chapter – Photo Rally &
Driving Tour; details TBA.
San Diego Chapter
Monthly Board Meeting
Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant,
9353 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
6:00 p.m. – Pizza & soft drinks
6:30 p.m. – Meeting
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2011 335i
2008 525i
2008 E90 335i
Steve Goyette
David Ross
Steven Herbert 1973 2002; 1988 M5
John Steinberger
2003 525i
Ines Hernandez
Huy Tran
Barrett Jelvik
Aaron Vanwart
Brian Kamak
Peter Vollmer
Irving Kass
Jon Walker
Mickael Koutahi
Abraham Weintraub
Kevin Kuhns
2010 328i
Eric Wolff
Jen Lamberth
Michelle Workman
Leila Laskey
Stephen Yurkovic 1995 E36 M3
2008 135i
2005 330ci; 2007 335
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BMW CCA San Diego Chapter – Board Meeting Minutes for May 8, 2012
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm
Board Members Present:
Nick Owen, Brett LItoff, Lisa Goehring, Andre Pantic, Tom
Fota, Dan Tackett, Dennis Damon, Anne Littrell, Thejusvi
Ganesh, Jim Lloyd, Scott Sansom, Kim Schwarz
Members Present:
James Eberhardt, Boots Cuantico, Mike Turpen, Peter
Engels, Brandon Watson, Steve Robbins, Nate Risch,
Robert Mercado, Jason Olliff, Bob Martinez, Jose Padilla,
Peter Winokur, Matthew Kogan, Satakal Khalsa, Jim
Binford, Adam Pouliot, Seth Hanson, Russell Moreau,
Tom Newport, Jen Lamberth
Secretary’s Report:
The minutes were approved.
President’s Report:
Nick Owen reported that he attended M-fest and manned
a booth with Steve Johnson.
Nick stated that we have been invited to the Roof Top
Luxury event on June 23rd from 6pm-12am. There is a
fee to have booth this year. There was discussion as to
benefit for the club, particularly considering the financial
expenditure.
Treasurer’s Report:
Brett reported for Don Duncan that we continue to meet
our current and future obligations. Don will have a full
report at the June meeting.
Vice President’s Report:
Nick Owen reported for Kim Dais that we are close to
1600 members.
Webmaster’s Report:
Tom Fota reported that there is an imbedded video
channel that we may be able to use through Autoweek
magazine. The channel will have videos that would sit on
our website. Tom is working updating the classified ads as
well.
Dan discussed our chapter doing the autocross at
Oktoberfest. National is impressed with our autocross
format and has asked our chapter to do this event. Dennis
Damon asked about the time commitment we would
need from the autocross team in order to make this a
successful event.
Social Director’s Report:
Anne Littrell reported we have a Meet and Greet at Karl
Straus, a tech session at La Jolla audio, and go carting at
K1 coming up soon.
Advertising Director’s Report:
Thejusvi Ganesh reported that Dr. Detail has started
advertising again in the Newsletter.
Waxmeister’s Report:
Dennis Damon reported that the car show is a week and
a half away. BMW of Escondido is donating 1,000 dollars
worth of items for the auction and is the main sponsor of
the event.
Dennis reported that we are now distributing Newsletters
to 32 independent businesses
New Business:
Jim Lloyd reported that the cruise was successful. He
would like to do another cruise on the 15th of July. There
was also discussion about unsafe driving during rallies.
SoCal Euro will be putting on a rally in June.
Tom Fota motioned that we look at other companies
besides EMG for chapter store merchandise. The motion
was passed. Lisa discussed that the communications
committee will be looking into this, as well as changing
the logo with one minus the Roundel.
Tom and Dan asked that we explain the history of the Jack
Cavanaugh, Bill Brecht, and Rug Cunningham awards in a
Fahren Affairs article.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:52pm.
Newsletter Report:
Lisa Goehring reported that there is no local printer for
EMG, which is the company that the club learned about at
the Dallas convention. Lisa is looking for more content for
the Fahren Affairs. Lisa also discussed her ride with Boris
Said.
Autocross Director’s Report:
Dan Tackett reported that the next autocross is scheduled
for Saturday, May 12th. Dan stated that is will be our last
event before the Runoff event on July 1st.
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Upcoming Backcountry Mountain Run
The next cruise is scheduled on Sunday,
July 15. We will be touring the back roads
through Jamul, Cuyamaca, Julian and
Whispering Pines on pavement that your
BMW is designed for. There will be plenty
of twists and turns with numerous ups and
downs on this route.
Sunday, July 15
10:00 a.m.
We will meet at the Target store at
Rancho San Diego Town Center.
Target, 2911 Jamacha Road, El Cajon
Photo: Lisa Goehring
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TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME!
San Diego Padres vs. New York Mets
Saturday, August 4,
5:35 pm
Come out to the ball game and join fellow BMW Club members
and see our Club recognized on the big
message board at the game.
Tickets are $40 for field box on
the third base line.
Contact Anne Littrell
[email protected]
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Upcoming Meet & Greet
Shine up your car and come hang out with
other club members to share stories, check
out cars, and meet some new friends.
Green Flash
Brewing Company
Wednesday, July 11
Meet up 5:30 p.m.
Tour at 6:30 p.m.
Join fellow Club members old and new for
a Meet & Greet and brewery tour.
6550 Mira Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92121
Join us in our 4,000 sf
tasting room and beer
garden. Enjoy 30 state
of the art taps featuring
all of Green Flash
favorite front line beers
as well as seasonal, rare
and special releases!
Step out to the beer
garden and enjoy a bite
from a rotation of some
of the best local food
trucks in the city. Browse our gift shop, snag some
beer to go, get a growler fill, take a tour, or just
hang out and enjoy!
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Tech Session
San Diego Chapter along with PCA
Phil Thearle’s
Autowerks
Saturday, August 18
10:00 – 12:00 a.m.
8809 Mission Gorge Road
Santee, CA 92071
619-449-0111
Phil Thearle’s Autowerks would like to invite all
Porsche and BMW club members to a Saturday
morning 18 August Tech Session. Autowerks
will demonstrate the theoretical and practical
aspects of structural unibody repair and
alignment utilizing the manufacturer specified
Celette Bench. Autowerks will also be available
to answer any questions regarding body repair,
refinishing, and some of the do’s and don’ts of
car care. Light refreshments will be provided.
Prior to the Tech Session join club members at
a Cars and Coffee get together from 8:00­– 9:00
a.m. at Andre’s Bad Ass Coffee shop, 9878
Carmel Mountain Rd, Suite C, San Diego to enjoy
the good fellowship of club members and their
cars. At about 9:00 we will caravan to Autowerks
in Santee for the Tech Session.
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The 2012
Jack Cavanaugh Memorial Car Show,
Clean Car Contest,
Bake Sale &
Charity Auction
Sunday, May 20
Yes, we added a fourth event to this
year’s show—a bake sale—and it was a
big success. Matthew Kogan brought his
culinary expertise along with many member
donations and raised $97.00 to be added
to our total charity donation.
It was another perfect day for the 52
BMWs and 2 MINIs that graced the lawn
Photo: Lisa Goehring
at Spanish Landing Park, on the bay directly
across from the airport. We had ten fewer
entries this year, probably due to Bimmerfest
being held the previous day in Pasadena.
The judging team this year consisted of
Gordon Anderson, Paul Cain, Ron & Kimberly
Perry, Mike Murillo, Sarah Woerner, Jim Lloyd,
James Eberhardt, Pedro Leon, Ted Lange and
Christopher Kohler.
Photo: Paul Silve r
Photo: Lisa Goehring
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Photo: Paul Silve r
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CAR SHOW AWARDS
Photo: Paul Silver
SUPER CLEAN
Photo: Paul Silver
MASTERS
Rolando Saldana
1st Mike Burger 2 Mark Robbins
nd
1995 M3 LTW
3rd 1988 535i
1982 Alpina B7S Turbo Coupe
Mahihad Nazerian 2003 M3
Photo: Paul Silver
CLEAN
1st Ricardo Gomez
1988 M3
nd
2 Jose Padilla
1987 M6
3rd Tim Woods
2003 525i
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Photo: Lisa Goehring
JACK CAVANUGH PERPETUAL AWARD
Rolando Saldona 1993 M3 LTW
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OUR VOLUNTEERS
Rich Gehring, Tom Newport and Bill Woolard
did the set-up. Jim Patterson & Diane Damon
registered all BMWs & MINIs. Nick Owen &
friend directed all the cars into place. Norma
Anderson, Thejusvi Ganesh & Diane Damon did
the accounting for the auction. Dennis Damon
conducted the auction. Pictures provided by
Lisa Goehrin, Paul Silver, and Bill Woolard.
Photo: Paul Silve r
Photo: Paul Silve r
OUR SPONSORS
BMW MINI of Escondido (Brecht) has been our main
sponsor for the past three years and thank you very
much. Others included: La Jolla Independent, AJUSA,
Meguiar’s, Bavarian Autosport, Black Forest, P21S,
Autobahn, All German Auto, ECS Tuning, SD Gear &
Axle, SD Motoring Accessories, Turner Motorsports.
Schmiedmann from Denmark, Maximillian
Importing, UUC, K&N Filters, Eberhardt
Motorsports, Motive Products, Langka &
Stoner solutions.
Photo: Lisa Goehring
Our charity, the San Diego Chapter of the
United Ostomy Association, will receive
a check from your club for $3000.00 as a
result of this event. We have contributed over
$40,000 to this charity since the early 1980’s.
See you next year – Sunday, May 19th
The Wachsmeister
Photo: Lisa Goehring
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Bimmerfest 2012
Thousands converged on Pasadena
to be surrounded by amazing BMWs.
Bimmerfest hosted the West
Coast debut of the new M6!
Ludwig Willish, President and CEO
of BMW North America, and
M Brand Manager Matt Russell
spoke to an enthusiast crowd.
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BMW CCA shared info about the club to
attendees and recruited new members.
Photos: Lisa Goehring
Chassis Masters
A full service suspension shop that
specializes in solving ride quality and
handling issues for street or track
SUSPENSION AND UNDERCAR
SERVICES INCLUDE
ALIGNMENT • BRAKES • SHOCKS
LOWERING • CORNER BALANCE
Other services also available.
By Appointment Only
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7847 Raytheon Road
San Diego, CA 92111
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Have a story to tell?
If you’d like to share a brief story
about your car, an experience you
had at an event, what you love about
the Club, etc., let us know!
Include a high-resolution photo(s)
with your susbmission, if possible,
and email to:
[email protected]
Articles will published as space is
available.
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Sunday
FUNday
Autocross
Photo: Lisa Goehring
New Format:
Continuous Lap FUN
on Sunday, August 5th
Register Online at http://sdbmwcca.motorsportreg.com
Online Registration will be open from July 14th – 31st
The first 20 non-BMWs to register are guaranteed a spot
W
e got an extra autocross day this Summer,
so we’re using the big West Lot just for
FUN this time! After four single-lap practice runs
with Instructors coaching, we’ll spend the rest of
the day doing the ever-popular continuous laps,
4 at a time, with drivers carefully spaced. No
pressure, no trophies, just an excellent practice
day to really get your tires warm and experiment
with technique. We have some ideas for a
creative course layout too… NOTE: The helmet
standard changed in January to require Snell
2005 or 2010 ratings. Check yours to be sure
it’s up to date—rentals are limited. We truly
appreciate BMW of South County in El Cajon for
their hearty support of our Autocross program.
With online registration, local drivers, longdistance travelers and non-BMW competitors
can reserve their spot, so don’t miss it. You
can register between August 14th-31st. Online
registration opens 3 weeks before the event and
closes just a few days before. Don’t wait until
the last minute because it’s still first-come, firstserved (with no online waiting list) and our 100
spots sometimes fill up in advance. We’ll still offer
registration on-site if any openings are left.
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The entry fee is $65, including breakfast items,
lunch and beverages. You can pay online if
you register in advance at http://sdbmwcca.
motorsportreg.com, or register on site with cash
or check if you wait. You must be a BMW CCA
member to participate, and you can join online at
www.bmwcca.org in advance. Please print and
bring your membership confirmation if you have
not yet received your BMW CCA membership
card. We check membership of all participants
at the gate. Our Chapter autocross policy gives
priority to members who are driving BMWs or
MINIs. Members driving non-BMWs will be
allowed to participate if space is available. If we
still have openings after online registration, we
will allow registration on-site on a first-come, firstserved basis.
REMEMBER: IF REGISTERED ONLINE,
BRING PROOF OF MEMBERSHIP AND
ARRIVE BY 7:30 (BEFORE ON-SITE CUT-OFF)
TO KEEP YOUR RESERVED SPOT
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When you arrive:
1. If you registered online, stop at the gate to
sign the waiver and notify the Gate Greeter. Your
name will be checked off the pre-registration
list. All participants must show their BMW CCA
membership card. Those who did not register
online will receive a numbered card at the gate
in their order of arrival; take it to the Registration
table. There is no guarantee that spots will be
available for those who wait to register the
day of the event.
2. Empty all loose items from your car, then
go through the Tech Line and have your car
inspected. Bring your Tech card and you will
receive Tech and helmet stickers.
3. Take Gate card and Tech card to Registration
to get checked off for pre-registration or pay your
$65 entry fee. You will receive car numbers to
place on your side windows.
4. If you don’t have a helmet, you can rent one
from the club for $10.
5. Your entry fee of $65.00 includes one lunch
and unlimited beverages. Additional lunches can
be purchased at Registration for $7 each.
Gates will open at 6:30 am; tech and registration
will open at 7:00 am. Tech will close at 8:20 am
and no cars will be inspected or allowed to run
after this time. There is a mandatory drivers
meeting at 8:30 am and the course opens for
runs at 9:00 am.
Car Classifications:
4C ALL 4 cylinder BMW models
(except E30 M3)
6S Stock 6 or 8 cylinder BMWs up to 295
factory horsepower
6M Modified 6 or 8 cylinder BMWs up to 295
factory horsepower
TS Stock 6-8-12 cylinder BMWs over 295
factory hp, M cars before 1994
TM Modified 6-8-12 cylinder BMWs over 295
factory hp, M cars before 1994
MS Stock M cars, 1994 - present
MM Modified M cars, 1994 - present
MC ALL R-class MINI Cooper models
X
ALL non-BMW or MINI models
G
Gold Class for all Instructors,
opt-in drivers, and cars with slick tires
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Stock classes permit any size wheel and tire;
non-stock shock absorbers, bushings and strut
braces; any brake pad material (brakes must be
stock-size), any air filter or cold air intake or catback exhaust; and naturally-aspirated cars may
use aftermarket engine management software.
Tires must be 140 treadwear rated or higher in
Stock. ANY other performance modification,
including but not limited to springs, “R”compound tires, and engine software for
turbocharged/supercharged cars, puts the
car in Modified. Non-DOT tires (i.e. slicks) on
any car place it in Gold Class. All cars must
be under a 92 dB noise level to be driven at
Qualcomm—and we’ll be checking. Our car
classes are kept simple so we can use the honor
system.
Women drivers and Novices are classified based
upon the car they are driving. We also award a
Women’s Class trophy to the woman with the
fastest time, and two Novice trophies to the two
fastest novices. This means women and novices
will be eligible for multiple trophies. For example,
a very fast novice could win a novice trophy and
a trophy in his car class. Remember, you are
only a novice for the first and second time you
autocross, and if you win a trophy you are now a
ringer, not a novice.
QUESTIONS?
Ask at [email protected]
ATTENTION NEWCOMERS: See the Autocross
Tips at www.sdbmwcca.com to get a better idea
of how to prepare for this wonderfully addictive
sport for your first time.
See you at Qualcomm Stadium!
Supported by
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Photo: Paul Silver
La Jolla Audio
Tech Session
May 23, 2012
Photo: Paul Silver
Photo: Lisa Goehring
Photo: Paul Silver
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New discount launched by BMW Financial Services now
through July 31st via their mobile app (The Ultimate Drive app)
The Ultimate Drive mobile app is the official social navigation
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current U.S. BMW Financial Services customers. If you
schedule a test drive through the app, you can get up to $700
off your loan/lease payment on any BMW model. Here are the
specific voucher amounts:
· $300 Off 3 Series, 1 Series, X1, X3 and Z4 all trims, including M models
· $500 Off 5 Series, 5 Series Gran Turismo and X5 all trims, including M models
· $700 Off 7 Series, 6 Series, 6 Series Gran Coupe
and X6 - all trims, including M models In essence, all you have to do is — download the The Ultimate
Drive app for iPhone or Android here: http://bit.ly/NPFQ8J.
(This free app also has a large collection of recommend driving
routes all over the world.)
Then, use the app to schedule a test drive of the 2012-13 BMW
model of your choice. You can read more about how this works
on the BMW Ultimate Drive App Blog here: http://bit.ly/MxXqsT.
NOTE: This offer is compatible with any BMW CCA
discount. Offer expires July 31, 2012.
Photos: Lisa Goehring
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Be sure to mention that you saw our advertiser’s ads in Fahren Affairs!
CLUB MEMBER ADVERTISING
Classified advertising is free to all current BMW CCA members. The deadline for
Classified Advertising is the 15th of the prior month. Non-members wishing
to place ads must include a check for $15 to cover administrative, printing and
handling costs. Photographs may be included at no extra charge, space permitting.
Ads run one issue. Ads must be printed clearly and you must include your
membership number, name, address, phone number and VIN# if advertising a
vehicle. Including non-BMW related content shall be at the discretion of the editor.
COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING RATES
Commercial advertising must be paid for in advance of publication.
For information, contact the advertising manager/editor.
Description Size $/Issue $/11 Issues
Full Page, Inside Cover(s) 7.5” x 10.0” $200
$2000
Full Page, Internal 7.5” x 10.0” $160
$1600
Half Page, Inside Cover(s) 7.5” x 5.0” $140 $1400
Half page, internal 7.5” x 5.0” $120
$1200
Third page, internal 7.5” x 3.5” $60
$600
Quarter page, internal 3.5” x 5.0” $50
$500
Business card, internal 2.0” x 3.5” $30 $300
TO PLACE A COMMERCIAL AD, CONTACT THE COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING MANAGER,
Thejusvi Ganesh, E-mail: [email protected]
Be sure to check the website for all the latest news and event announcements!
www.sdbmwcca.com
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CARS FOR SALE
1999 BMW 540i Touring
WBADR633XXGN90111
Excellent condition, 120,000
miles. Very rare 540iT, upgraded
suspension w/ Bilstein sport
struts and H&R sport springs. Handles great, very
compliant over bumps. Mechanically above average,
fully serviced including complete transmission service.
New air mass sensor, intake manifold gaskets, crank
case vent valve, throttle body gasket, pre-cat oxygen
sensors, ignition switch, drivers door window regulator.
Runs strong & smooth. Interior is in above average/
excellent condition. All buttons, steering wheel controls,
dash, center consol/climate controls flawless. Stereo is
perfect w/ 5 disc changer. A/C blows ice cold! Headliner
and sunroof work perfectly. Leather in excellent condition,
no tears, minor wear on drivers seat. Exterior in good
condition, some rock pitting on front nose panel/hood.
19” BBS LM style replica wheels, straight, one w/ minor
curb rash. Tinted windows & rear taillights. Very unique,
super fun to drive! Asking $9,500.00 OBO. Contact Rick
858-751-0710 or [email protected]
1992 BMW 325i Convertible
VIN #WBABB1310NEC05499
White with dk blue top and
interior; stick shift transmission;
original owner; original body
& paint but there is a dent in
rear below taillight; interior in VG condition; new tires
and recent Bilstein shocks; 176k miles; numerous parts
replaced; extensive maintenance record; just passed
smog; $3,250; Call Paul at (760) 639-6385 or cell (818)
519-8188.
1988 BMW M5
VIN: WBSDC9301J2791386
Price: $17,000 OBO. Great
condition, 159,000 miles, engine
rebuilt at 120k, Dinan chip &
cam sprocket, Bilstein sport
suspension, new clutch & brakes, Azev 16’’ with Toyos,
custom audio, service records from new, always garaged,
always well-maintained, always Mobil 1, no accidents,
owned & loved by CCA member since 1997. Contact
Steve at 858.451.0489 or [email protected]
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1995 BMW M3
VIN: WBSBF9327SEH03041
Avus Blue with Black
Interior (vaders) - Rare color
combination - 5 speed manual.
193k miles. clear title, second
owner. Almost completely stock (original owner installed
bilstein struts). Replaced cooling system (all oem parts),
powerflex RTABs, flexdisc, headliner. No check engine
light or warning lights/codes. Slight power steering
leak, some cracking on front leather, given the current
mileage the engine does burn oil. Sunroof does not
open completely and passenger window is not working
(not sure if it s the regulator or motor). Additional
Pictures: http://s1073.photobucket.com/albums/w392/
m3mikesd/1995%20M3/. $6500. Contact Mike at
619-663-8880 or email at [email protected]
PARTS FOR SALE
BMW 335i Factory Performance
Exhaust
$900. New BMW Performance
Cat-Back Exhaust system. Very
good sounds accelerating and
decelerating. 5 HP gain per BMW
USA. Cat-back one piece system,
Bolts on. Fits all E90s 2007-2011.
BMWUSA list $1695 + tax +
installation. Sell for $1200 $900.
Contact Dick at 858-274-2953 or
[email protected]. Pacific Beach.
Set of 4 BMW style 203
18” wheels
Staggered setup includes TPM,
center caps, valve stems, etc.
Excellent condition, NO curb
rash. Rear RF tires have a few
thousand miles and good tread left. Fronts need to be
replaced. $900 OBO. Call Tony at 360-393-8993
Classifieds are free to all current BMW CCA members. Classified adds can be submitted via e-mail ­– Please note
the new address: [email protected] Photographs may be included at no charge, jpeg or gif format
preferred. If advertising a vehicle, please include VIN. Ads run about one to two months on the web site and in the
newsletter, as space permits.
CHECK THE WEB SITE (SDBMWCCA.COM) FOR UP TO THE MINUTE CLASSIFIEDS
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