Newsletter - SoCal Eights

Newsletter
May – June
Issue No. 11
SoCal Eights Attended
Bimmerfest
May 2013
&
The Dana
Point
Concours
D’Elegance
This June
Event News
Fern Mora
In Marina Del Rey, CA
Greetings from SoCal:
We have had 4 amazing events these last 6 months. Starting with our Wrenchfest in February
with 23 attendees, Nethercutt Museum in April with 25 attendees, Bimmerfest 2012 where 25
rolled in together, an impromptu Cars & Coffee meet in Irvine, and we just attended the Dana
Point Concours D’ Elegance this June where we had a good showing of 9 Eights……and we’re
not done yet!
Coming in July, we’re going on a personal tour just for us of the 46,000 Sq Ft. Greystone
Mansion in Beverly Hills followed by a luncheon. Also planned is our 2nd & 3rd Wrenchfest this
August and September just in time to prepare our cars for our 1,400 mile round trip to 8-Fest
in October. There is no grass growing under our tires.
Bimmefest:
It was an outstanding success. We had a great up front first row reserved parking area which
I was able to arrange so that we could get full exposure without being hidden by the masses.
We received a very warm welcome form the organizers and attendees and we were
bombarded by the usual questions and comments….. “No it’s not a new BMW model”.
Those who know about the 8 and have seen one before were amazed to see (like most have
said), that there were so many in one place at one time. I am sure we have all heard these
words before, but it is always pleasant to hear it. We had five CSi’s with us and Tom Patton
was in the Bimmer Coral competing with his ’94 CSi . Tom won first place for Best Stock BMW.
The last two years, Gary Corcoran won with his ‘94 CSi as Best Stock BMW.
Dana Point 31st Concours D’ Elegance:
What a prestigious event this was. It was billed as the Pebble Beach Concours of Southern
California. Some of the most amazing original and restored cars in the country were exhibited,
and SoCal Eights were among them. We did not compete for awards, but were on display in
the Super Cars Section. Ralph Rodheim who once worked as a volunteer at the Newport
Concours D’ Elegance before the venue was moved to Dana Point, was instrumental in getting
our group accepted as participants. It was the first time that any BMW group had been
accepted to join this wonderful event.
SoCal Eights had a meet and greet
area in Pasadena near the Rose
Bowl to set up before rolling into
Bimmerfest. It was a great time to
see some newbie 8s, talk to
members, and have a cup of coffee
before caravanning in to the big
show.
We had 25 cars in attendance and
two more joined us inside the venue.
Great participation by our members.
Twenty Five
Eights Rolling Out
It’s always a beautiful sight seeing this many Eights rolling together at one time. We
had reserved parking spaces set up for us in the front row. There were a lot of jaws
dropping as we came into the field. Many gave us a thumbs up and were taking
pictures as we lined up inside. Some just said WOW!
We’re
Rolling In
Twenty
8s
Rolling
In
On our way to the
Rose Bowl and
onto the field
Front & Center
We had a great spot at the
show spanning the entire
right side with no other
BMW’s in front of us. We
asked for a good spot and
they delivered. There was
a constant parade of
attendees walking around
our Eights taking pictures.
We also had five CSi’s
among us. There were two
other Eights there that
were not with our group.
Some of the Attendee’s
Jeremy ’95 840
Alison ’91 850 Northern CA
Kasey ’91 850
Brian & Joe ’94 CSi
Paul ‘95 840
Mark & Maggie
More Members
Erik & Roy ’95 840
Michael ’94 CSi Newbie
Fern ’95 840
Gary ‘94 CSi
Bimmerfest 2013
Stock Category Winner
First Place
Tom Patton
1994 BMW 850CSi
EVEN More Members
David R. ‘95 CSi
John ’94 840
Forrest ’95 850
Olin ’94 840
David K. ’95 840
850CSi Joined us late
The Last of the individual car photos
I was not able to get everyone's picture. It’s hard to keep these guys still enough to
line them up with their car, but at least I have a picture of their car.
Ron ’93 850
Art ’91 850
Ron ’95 840
Bryson ’91 850
William ’97 840 Newbie
Mark ’95 840
Candied
Camera
Interesting BMW’s
Art Car
?
Well, it has a M62
engine
An artist at
work and
one that
has already
been
painted
Can’t miss this one
unless you in the
snowy woods.
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It is not just a car show. It’s a
group of people from around the
world who share the same
passions – history, automobiles
and racing. And they know there
is only one place during the
summer where they can find it all
-- at the Dana Point Concours
D’Elegance. For years, it has been
the epicenter of the collector car
celebration in Southern California.
As part of the celebration, the
Dana Point Concours D’Elegance
honored the 100th anniversary of
the Duesenberg as the featured
automobile marquee during
Sunday’s event, and Harley
Davidson was honored for its
110th anniversary as the featured
motorcycle marquee.
Other special car classes
included:
100th Anniversary of Aston Martin
50th Anniversary of Porsche 911
25th Anniversary of the BMW M3
in the U.S., and Factory Concept
Show Cars
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For years, the Concours D’ Elegance
in Orange County has been hosting
the collector car celebration in
Southern California. Now for its 31st
year, the team has expanded the
Concours D’Elegance into a three-day
event – The Orange County Collector
Car & Motorcycle Weekend.
On Sunday, June 23rd, the Concours
returned to the luscious green golf
links of the St. Regis Monarch Beach
Resort, where it hosts thousands of
collector car owners, enthusiasts and
families. SoCal Eights were among
the participants to this prestigious
event. In attendance, were nine
great looking Eights.
“Southern California is one of the
most automotive-centric places in the
world, which has propelled the Dana
Point Concours evolution into a multiday celebration of the hobby,”
Lined up in order by model and color were the magnificent nine
Taylor Patterson ’95 850CSi Black
Fern Mora '95 840Ci Blue
Brian Retke ’94 850CSi Green
Ronald Harris '95 840Ci Black
Gary Corcoran ’94 850CSi Black
John Burgan '94 840Ci Blue
Jann Wimmer ’91 850i Calypso
Tom Jacobsmeyer '97 840Ci Black
Ralph Rodheim ’91 850Ci Black
Meet & Greet
Nine out of 10 who
registered for this event met
at the Dana Point High
School parking lot at
7:00AM. It’s always good
to spend some time together,
and we took full advantage
of it while we patiently
waited for the last member
to show up.
After a half-hour wait, we
decided to leave the parking
lot and roll into the venue.
We thought that our
last member may have
already entered the
field. We found out
later that he was not
able to make the event.
Weekend mornings are
a great time to spend
with good friends and
yes, talk about 8s.
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Super Car Class 16
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1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Fern & Grace
Fern & Grace
SoCal Eights In The Corral
25th Anniversary
M Series
Special Class 6d
1988 BMW M6
Carlos Cardenas
1980
BMW M1
Frank Fahey
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DUESENBERG SJ
CONVERTIBLE
COUPE
Petersen Automotive
Museum
1933
DUESENBERG
MODEL J
A & A Premier
Classics
1936
DUESENBERG SJN
CONVERTIBLE COUPE
The Nethercutt
Collection
1936
DELAHAYE
135 COMPETITION
Ken & Ann Smith
Ostrich Skin interior
with matching attaché
and luggage
1936
BUGATTI
TYPE 57
CABRIOLET
Liliane Quon McCain
Grace was invited by the
caretaker to feel the
very soft interior
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1933
AUBURN
12-161A
Richard Law
1931
CHRYSLER
IMPERIAL C6
BY
WATERHOUSE
Donnie Crevier
1931
PACKARD
833
Mrs. James Edward
Class 9a
1952
FERRARI
212 INTER
CABRIOLET
Ferrari
Ken & Dayle Roath
1978
FERRARI
308 GTS
Oliver & Jill Cagle
1972
FERRARI DINO
246GT
Michael Lowenstam
1970
FERRARI L SERIES DINO
Jerry Murray
Foreground
2000
FERRARI 550
Maranello
Background
2005
FERRARI 360 MODENA
FERRARI F50
John’s
Favorite Car
FERRARI
275 GBT
No Hump
Convertible
Hood
Vent
“Name this Ferrari”
One
large
Vent
No side
markers
HL
Covers
No turn
signal lights
Split
bumper
I did not get the
model of this Ferrari
and have not been
able to identify it. So
what is it? It’s not a
Spider and has some
distinctive features.
Ferraris Were Well
Represented
2004
FERRARI
575M
MARANELLO
Greg Hauser
FERRARI
430 SCUDERIA
Edward Butera
100th Anniversary
Special Class 11
1963
ASTON MARTIN
DB4C
Dan Rhodes
1957
ASTON MARTIN
DB 2/4 MARK III
Roger Groves
1961
AUSTIN MARTIN
DB4
Chet Floyd
Back In The Day
1954
BUICK SKYLARK
Roland Scott
1960
CADALLIC CONVETIBLE
Rick Lorenzen
1933 FORD DELUX WOODY
800 HP
Electric!
On display was the Kepler Motors "MOTION" supercar made its
global debut at the 2009 Dubai International Motor Show.
Infusing state of the art automotive engineering and applied
science materials with the latest advanced technologies, the
MOTION redefines the paradigms of the supercar with
unprecedented performance, style, exclusivity, safety, and
efficiency.
The innovative MOTION features a carbon fiber composite
monocoque chassis and body, as well as 800 horsepower
resulting from a unique dual powertrain.
Power comes from a 550 horsepower twin-turbo V6 driving the
rear wheels acting independently of two electric motors totaling
250hp driving the front. This all-wheel-drive system launches
the MOTION to 60 MPH in under 2.5 seconds with a top speed
over 200 MPH.
As only 50 Motions will ever be produced, ownership will go to
a small, exclusive and elite group of individuals.
MOTORCYCLE CATEGORY
HONORING
HARLEY DAVIDSON ‘S
110 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
1917 HARLEY DAVIDSON
J SIDECAR
1st Place in its Class
1969 MUNCH MAMMOTH
Motorcycle enthusiasts
are a unique breed. They
revel in the little things,
like the adrenaline rush of
taking a sharp turn, the
wind sweeping through
their hair, and the feel of
wrapping their fingers
around the handle bar
grips. Those are the
sensations that
motorcycle enthusiasts
live for when they get on
a Ducati, Harley Davidson,
Ariel, Honda or any twowheeler machine. It’s a
freedom that no
convertible or V8 muscle
car can provide. It’s the
pure enjoyment of letting
the little rebellious voice
inside lead you down the
highway or the road less
traveled.
Motorcycle Category
1942 NIMBUS C
1966 Ducati 250 Monza
1966 BULTACO
METRALLA 250
1st Place in its Class
BEST OF SHOW
WINNER
1969 MUNCH MAMMOTH
Owned by
Mitch Talcove
1969 HONDA CB350
CAFÉ RACER
The Fly
By
World War II Trainers
WWII P51 Mustang with D-Day
Invasion Markings at 3,000 ft
The Deathmobile!
The Deathmobile from the cult classic
movie National Lampoon’s Animal House
featuring John Belushi was there.
Animal House is one of the most famous
movies ever made. The edited version is
still played regularly on TV. The
Deathmobile is by far one of the most
recognizable movie cars.
At the show people flocked to the car.
Here is a picture of one of our members,
Gary Corcoran (’94 CSi). Anyone who is
over 30 remembers this car and still gets
a kick out of seeing this wild creation.
The tank style turret has a top hatch door
and a whistle. The lower section of the
turret is made of a tinted Plexiglas so the
driver can see what is around him.
Yes! There are Specifications:
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Year: 1966
Make: LINCOLN
Model: CONTINENTAL
Trim: DEATHMOBILE ANIMAL HOUSE
Engine Size: 462ci 340HP
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Exterior Color: BLACK
Interior Color: BLACK
1933
PACKARD
1005 V12
CONVERTIBLE
COUPE
Aaron Weiss
BEST OF
SHOW
Member’s Testimonials
T’was a good time being a part of this event yesterday. And special thanks to Ralph and especially
Fern for organizing our inclusion in the Supercar category where we shared that spotlight with Ford
GT 40s, Audi R8s, Ferraris, a super Vette, and other fast and bitchen Supercars. I didn't capture a lot
of pictures, but I'm sure the others will want to post theirs soon. I loved that even though the
stewards were unclear about telling us how they wanted us to line up, Fern came prepared with two
options for them, color coded to our cars. Fantastic planning Fern!
Taylor Patterson, Cardiff, CA
I had a great time! These events are so much more enjoyable when they are organized, and you
and Ralph do a great job organizing all of us. Tom, thanks for the pictures. I enjoy making the trip(s)
to SoCal and I get to see my cousins. Much better weather, good group of guys, and I get to put
over 500 miles on my 8 on the open road. It doesn't get much better than that.
Brian Retke, Las Vegas, NV
Fern you are the best. Thank you for the nice comments and yes, it was a “FUN” day which happens
to be my new criteria for doing anything.
See you soon,
Ralph Rodheim, Balboa Island, CA
Hey Fern,
Thanks, I had a great time! Was good to see everybody.
Jann Wimmer, Van Nuys, CA
Fern:
I had a great time! This was an outstanding, well-organized event and I hope to be involved in many
more. The SoCal 8's is a great team and I'm glad I found you and this group when I bought my car. I
have attached some pictures from yesterday , I hope you can use them.
Looking forward to the Greystone Mansion Tour next month!
Tom Jacobsmeyer, Glendale, CA
Great seeing all of you and your cars again! I’d like to add my thanks and appreciation to Fern and
Ralph for creating another fantastic event for SoCal8’s participation.
All the best,
Gary Corcoran, Mission Viejo, CA
Upcoming SoCal
Eights Events
• July 13th - Greystone Mansion Tour
Beverly Hills and luncheon afterwards
• August 3rd - Second 2013 Wrenchfest
at Solely BMW Mission Viejo
• September 14th - Third 2013
Wrenchfest. Last preparation before 8Fest. EF1 Motorsports in Signal Hill
• October 4th– 7th at 8-Fest. Join 90
8-Series’ owners in Garberville, CA
For details, contact me at: [email protected]
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