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VOL XXXX
September 2012
President’s Message!
Instead of writing about California legislation and regulations , I
decided I would write about something fun and exciting…What
could be more fun and exciting than cruising in a 1932 Ford
Roadster; a 1936 Ford Coupe; a 1940 Ford; a 1950 Ford; a 1950
Chevy; a 1957 Chevy Bel Air; a 1969 Camaro; or a 1969
Roadrunner? My point is that that driving and cruising in these
types of vintage cars and also the car that you own is where all
the fun and excitement comes from in the collector car hobby.
Attending car Shows and winning awards is fun but like I said,
cruising in your Hot Rod; Street
Rod; Muscle or Classic Car to
the show is really where the fun
is. Once you get to the show and
start BS’ing with car guys and
gals is where the second part of
the fun takes place. The
collector car hobbyists are and
continue to be a great bunch of
folks and we must do everything
we can to make sure that the
collector car hobby stays healthy
not only for our generation but for our kid’s generation as well.
We have all witnessed some radical changes in the last few years
with the way things are going in America. We have all shook our
heads and said, “I didn’t think they could do that” with
healthcare, taxes, the housing market, etc.
In Dublin CA. they just recently outlawed the sale of cigarettes
within the city limits…Now I’m not a smoker and I feel that
smoking is not good for you but where are citizen’s and
business’s rights? Let me just say that if they can so easily outlaw
the sale cigarettes, they can outlaw the use of our collector cars.
One way to help keep the car hobby healthy is to be sure and keep
the ACCC strong and active. Sign-up as an ACCC Individual
Member; Motivate your car club to become a member club;
Volunteer to be an ACCC Director; Spread the word about the
ACCC and what is being done to protect the car hobby. I can
guarantee that if we all don’t take these threats to the car hobby
seriously they will outlaw the use of our cars. Join the ACCC and
help in the fight to “Save Our Cars”.
In other news, the new website is online and active. Check it out
at http://www.acccdefender.org and let us know what you think. I
also want to thank Rick Pierce, Jane Hudgins, and Paul Sheey for
signing on as an ACCC Directors. Rick is a member of the Karel
Staple Studebaker Club and the Capital City Cruisers out of
Sacramento. Jane is a member of the Ford Federation Car Club
based in Sacramento, and Paul hails from Cottonwood and will be
a big help in the North State. Welcome aboard Rick, Jane, and
Paul! We’re always looking for a few good folks to help out as
Directors…Contact me or any of the current Directors for more
information.
ACCC Legislative Updates
http://www.acccdefender.org.
are
posted
online
at
AB2289 (Jeffries), The Specially Vehicle Construction bill
passed through both the Assembly Transportation and the
Appropriations committees unanimously; passed the Assembly
floor; was heard in the Senate Transportation Committee.
AB1658 (Gatto), The vintage license plate bill passed through
the Assembly Transportation Committee; the Appropriations
Committee; passed through the house; and both the Senate
Transportation & Appropriations committee and is on track to
becoming law.
SB899 (LaMalfa) is a bill just introduced and has to do with
increasing the number if digits on current license plates from 6
digits to 8 digits.
We will keep you all posted on the outcome of each bill. As you
know the ACCC is supporting each of these bills and encourages
all Car Guys & Car Gals to contact your representatives and let
them know you support these bills as well. It’s not often that we
the collector car hobbyists have legislation that we can get behind
and support.
Last but certainly not least…On behalf of the ACCC Officers;
Directors; and Members, I want to thank the Townsmen Car Club
from Sacramento for their generous donation of $1250.00 to the
ACCC. The Townsmen are longtime supporters and all of us here
at ACCC appreciate their support and membership over the
years…
As usual, please contact me with questions, concerns, comments,
or suggestions and thanks again for your support
Happy Cruising! Rex Roden
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September 2012
Association of California Car Clubs “Partners in Sponsorship” For 2011/2012
The following Businesses and Car Clubs have stepped-up with not only their monetary sponsorships but in most
cases their continued ACCC Membership and support as well. They all are to be congratulated for their
generosity! On behalf of the ACCC Executive Board, the ACCC Board of Directors, and all the ACCC
Individual Members statewide, I want thank all of our “Partners in Sponsorship” for their support and
encourage all ACCC Members to patronize the businesses and clubs who support the ACCC. These are the
ACCC All-Stars! Thank You!
 Platinum Sponsor - Roamin Angels Car Club, Grass Valley.
 Gold Sponsor – Townsmen Car Club, Sacramento.
 Gold Sponsor – High Desert Car Club Council.
 Gold Sponsor-Rod Shows/John Buck Enterprises.
 Silver Sponsor Bertolucci’s Body & Fender Shop.
 Silver Sponsor-Surf City Garage, Inc. “Official Detailing Products of the ACCC”.
 Silver Sponsor – Historic Vehicle Association (HVA).
 Silver Sponsor – Egge Machine Co, Inc. “Official Engine Parts Supplier of the ACCC”.
 Bronze Sponsor-Pick n Pull.
 Chrome Sponsor-Schaub Meats, Dave Schaub.
 Chrome Sponsor– Sacramento Vintage Ford.
 Chrome Sponsor-Capital City MOPARS.
 Copper Sponsor-Burgiemen Car Club.
 Copper Sponsor- Over The Hill Gang.
 Copper Sponsor-Thunderbolts Car Club.
 Chrome Sponsor – Paul Baker Printing.
 Chrome Sponsor–Train Station Café.
 Chrome Sponsor-PEPSICO Inc.
 Copper Sponsor – Sweet-N-Simple Promotions.
 Copper Sponsor-Artistic Collision.
 Copper Sponsor -- Golden Gate Growers.
 Copper Sponsor-B&G Copying Services.
 Copper Sponsor-Cruisin News & Sacramento Swap Meet.
Iron Sponsor-Freeland Classics.
 Iron Sponsor – Western Pacific Events Inc.
 Iron Sponsor-BJ Body Shop.
 Iron Sponsor – Cappuccino Cruisers.
 Iron Sponsor – Rare Parts, Inc.
 Iron Sponsor – Nationwide Auto Transport
40th Anniversary Individual Membership Specials!
($40.00) “Two for Forty” Two Years Membership and 2 year subscription to deFender Newsletter. (Save $10.00)
($40.00) “Two for Forty” Two Individual Members for $40.00. Send both apps in together. (Save $5.00 each)
($100.00) Five years membership and 5 years subscription to the deFender Newsletter. (Save $25.00)
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Current Legislative Issues
ACCC Legislative Status Report
AB 1099 (Lowenthal, Bonnie) Vehicles: motor carriers:
inspection of terminals program
Summary: Existing law establishes the Biennial
Inspection of Terminals Program (BIT) to ensure the
safe operation of certain vehicles by a motor carrier
through the inspection of these vehicles at the motor
carrier's terminal by the Department of the California
Highway Patrol. Existing law defines a motor carrier, for
this purpose, as the registered owner of, and in some
cases the lessee or person exclusively authorizing and
directing the operation of, specified vehicles. Existing
law requires, within 30 days of establishing a terminal, a
motor carrier to schedule an inspection by submitting
to the department an application for a terminal
inspection accompanied by the payment of a fee the
amount of which is based on the number of vehicles in
a terminal or the "terminal fleet size." Existing law
requires the department to inspect every terminal at
least once every 25 months and defines a terminal as
the location or locations designated by the motor
carrier where subject vehicles and specific records are
available for inspection. This bill would revise and recast
these provisions as the Basic Inspection of Terminals
(BIT) program. The bill would define motor carrier for
this purpose as the registered owner, lessee, licensee,
or bailee of specified vehicles. The bill would make it
unlawful to operate a new terminal unless an inspection
is conducted within the first 18 months of operation.
The bill would instead authorize the department to
conduct terminal inspections at any time. The bill would
require the department, on or before January 1, 2015,
to implement a performance-based truck terminal
inspection priority system similar to that used by the
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that would
require the department to place an inspection priority
on motor carrier terminals never previously inspected
by the department. Nonpriority terminals would not be
required to be inspected less than 4 years since their
last inspection. This bill contains other related
provisions.
Organization
ACCC
Assigned
JCaldwell
Position
Oppose
Priority
AB 1550 (Bonilla) Vehicles: veterans' organizations
license plates: fees.
Summary: Under existing law, the Department of Motor
Vehicles (DMV) issues environmental and other
specialized license plates, including veterans'
organizations license plates. Veterans' organizations
license plates are required to have a distinctive design
or decal. The Department of Veterans Affairs may
modify the plate design or decals, but is prohibited from
issuing those plates or decals, as modified, until all
existing plates or decals have been issued. This bill
would clarify that this special interest license plate
program shall permit veterans to apply for plates that
indicate their service and nonveterans to apply for
plates that honor veterans. The bill would require the
department to issue decals for plates issued under this
program that indicate service, or honor veterans who
served, in a particular war or armed conflict. The bill
would require the department to make available to an
applicant, upon request, in lieu of this decal, a "yellow
ribbons/support our troops" decal. This bill contains
other related provisions and other existing laws.
Organization Assigned
ACCC
JCaldwell
Position
Support
Priority
AB 1658 (Gatto) Vehicles: specialized license plates.
Summary: Under existing law, the Department of Motor
Vehicles issues environmental and other specialized
license plates. The issuance of some of those license
plates is subject to additional fees. This bill would
require the department to establish the California
Legacy License Plate Program, and to create and issue a
series of specialized license plates that replicate plates
from the state's past, if 7,500 applications for the plates
are received and held by the department, on or before
January 1, 2014. The bill would require that, upon
determination by the department that there are
sufficient funds for the program, moneys be available,
upon appropriation by the Legislature, to the
department for the necessary administrative costs of
establishing the program and, as to any remaining
moneys, for deposit into the California Environmental
License Plate Fund for appropriation by the Legislature
pursuant to existing law.
Organization
ACCC
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Assigned
JCaldwell
Position
Support
Prior
Hot
Current Legislative Issues
AB 1768 (Davis) Vehicles: additional registration fees
Summary: Existing law, in addition to the other fees
imposed for the registration of a vehicle, authorizes a
county to impose upon adoption of a resolution of its
board of supervisors, an additional fee of $1 on all
motor vehicles, and continuously appropriates the
money to fund local programs relating to vehicle theft
crimes. These provisions are repealed as of January 1,
2018. Existing law requires each participating county to
issue a fiscal yearend report to the Controller,
summarizing certain matters. This bill would authorize a
county to impose an additional $3 fee for that purpose
and would require, if the county is increasing the
amount of the fee from $1 to $3, the resolution that
imposes the fee to be submitted to the Department of
Motor Vehicles at least 6 months prior to the operative
date of the fee increase. This bill would add a new
source of revenue to be deposited into a continuously
appropriated fund, thereby making an appropriation.
The bill would revise the information the fiscal yearend
report is required to contain and would make technical
and conforming changes.
Organization Assigned
ACCC
JCaldwell
Position
Oppose
Priority
SB 899 (La Malfa) Vehicles: license plates: 8-letter
license plates.
Current Location:07/06/2012
Summar y: Existing law requires the Department of
Motor Vehicles, upon registering a vehicle, to
issue to the owner two partially or fully
reflectorized license plates or devices for a
motor vehicle and requires that the number and
letter characters on the plates have a minimum
height of 2 3/4 inches, a minimum width of 1
1/4 inches, and a minimum spacing of
characters of 5/16 of an inch. This bill would
instead require that the number and letter
characters on the license plates have a
minimum width of 13/16 inches, and a
minimum spacing of characters of 1/4 of an
inch. This bill contains other related provisions
and other existing laws.
Organization Assigned
Position
ACCC
JCaldwell
Support
SB 901 (Steinberg) Air pollution: vehicle retirement
program.
Summary: Existing law creates the High Polluter Repair
or Removal Account in the Vehicle Inspection and
Repair Fund, and makes moneys deposited in the
account available, upon appropriation by the
Legislature, to the Department of Consumer Affairs and
the State Air Resources Board to establish and
implement a program for the repair or replacement of
high polluters. Existing law also creates a program for
the voluntary retirement of motor vehicles that are high
polluting vehicles, administered by the Bureau of
Automotive Repair pursuant to guidelines adopted by
the state board, to be funded from the Enhanced Fleet
Modernization Subaccount in the High Polluter Removal
and Repair Account. This bill would make this program
available only to the highest polluting vehicles, with
priority given to those highest polluting vehicles
registered in air basins that are out of attainment with
federal air quality standards. The bill would make other
technical changes.
Organization Assigned
Position
Priority
ACCC
JCaldwell
Oppose
SB 1492 (Leno) Voter-approved local assessment:
vehicles.
Summary: Existing law authorizes certain counties to
impose a local vehicle license fee not exceeding $10 per
vehicle, as provided, for the privilege of operating
specified vehicles on public roads in the county. Existing
law requires a county imposing this fee to contract with
the Department of Motor Vehicles to collect and
administer the fee, as specified. This bill would
authorize the City and County of San Francisco to
impose a voter-approved local assessment for specified
vehicles if certain conditions, including approval by local
voters, are met. The bill would require the city and
county to contract with the department to collect and
administer the assessment, as provided. This bill
contains other related provisions and other existing
laws.
Organization
ACCC
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Assigned
JCaldwell
Position
Oppose
Priority
VOL XXXX
September 2012
ACCC Scheduled Events & Meetings Going Into 2013
Mark your calendars now and make plans to attend two of the greatest indoor car shows west of the Mississippi! The
Grand National Roadster Show-January 25-27, 2013 in Pomona & the Sacramento Autorama- February 15-17, 2013.
The ACCC will have a complimentary information booth at the Grand National Roadster Show thanks to John Buck
and Rod-Shows. We will also be conducting our quarterly business meeting at the show as well. Stop by and say
hello and get caught-up on all the happenings inside the ACCC with legislation; regulations; etc.
You also won’t want to miss The Sacramento Autorama! The ‘CLUBHOUSE’ is back for a second year and will be
hosted by the ACCC and will be bigger and better than last year. Here are a few improvements for 2013.

There will be a special CLUBHOUSE award ceremony with plaques and cash on Saturday night!

There will be “Live” music in the CLUBHOUSE on both Friday & Saturday nights!

There will be more promos & announcements about the CLUBHOUSE in 2013.

New in 2013, the Saturday “Cruise-In” will be held in the area between Building “C” and the Pavilion
creating a great outdoor car show and walking aisle.

All entries are non-judged/non-comp entries and there is a $50.00 entry fee. All entries will receive two
“Official Set-Up Day Passes” for the Thursday before the show opens, and a full time parking pass to park
within the Cal Expo grounds. The entrants will also receive 2 full time passes to the Autorama.

The ACCC will have an Information Booth on site and invite all Car Guys and Car Gals to stop by and say
hi!
The CLUBHOUSE sold out last year and space will be assigned to local car clubs on a first come first served basis
and will go fast so don’t delay…Contact Butch Gardner at 530-677-4761 and reserve space for your club today!
27th Annual ACCC Spring Legislative Conference
To be at the California Auto Museum on Friday & Saturday April 5-6, 2013.
“SAVE OUR CARS” Car Show
Will be Saturday Aug. 3, 2013. Event will be hosted by Darold Kohout, owner of Sacramento Vintage Ford in
Rancho Cordova, CA. There will be Dash Plaques, Awards, Food, Vendors, T-shirt Sales, 50/50 Raffle, DJ Music &
Live bands.
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Car Club Will Receive $3,000 for Favorite
Charity from Eagle One
Doo Wop Test
1. When did ''Little Suzie'' finally wake up?
(a) The movie's over, it's 2 o'clock
(b) The movie's over, it's 3 o'clock
(c) The movie's over, it's 4 o'clock
Calling all car clubs that would like to win a check for
$3,000 for a favorite charity.
2. ''Rock Around The Clock'' was used in what movie?
(a) Rebel Without A Cause
(b) Blackboard Jungle
(c) The Wild Ones
For one time only, the winning club will be selected in a
random drawing from entries received. All not for profit
car clubs in the U.S. are eligible and the winner will be
drawn by a member of the automotive media.
Eagle One will make it a reality in a celebration of the
20th anniversary of its Golden Rule Award for car clubs.
3. What's missing from a Rock & Roll standpoint?
Earth_________.
(a) Angel
(b) Mother
(c) Worm
"Eagle One wants to make the 20th anniversary of the
coveted Award an event that will allow every not for
profit car club in the U.S. an equal opportunity to win
the sizeable donation," said Rob McCarter, brand
manager.
4. ''I found my thrill . . .'' where?
(a) Kansas City
(b) Heartbreak Hotel
(c) Blueberry Hill
5. ''Please turn on your magic beam, _____ _____ bring
me a dream,'':
(a) Mr. Sandman
(b) Earth Angel
(c) Dream Lover
Answers: 1. C; 2. B; 3. A; 4. C; 5. A
In prior years the automotive appearance care products
brand has honored and rewarded a car club in four
regions for conducting the most outstanding community
service program in their region. That format will be
resumed in 2013.
"Eagle One is very proud of its two decades of being the
only organization recognizing and rewarding car clubs
for their outstanding support of community and
charitable causes," he added.
The winning club will also receive a custom-designed
award and a generous supply of Eagle One premium
appearance care products and Valvoline motor oil for
fund-raising events.
To obtain an entry form, visit www.eagleone.com. from
October 1 to December 15, 2012. Entry deadline is
December 31, 2012.
The winning club will be
announced January 30th, 2013.
Eagle One, 3499 Blazer Parkway, Lexington, KY 40509
PR Contact: Alex Litrov, Litrov & Associates, 818-3837641.
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Association of California Car Clubs, Inc.-Partners in Sponsorship Form
Thank you for your interest and support of the Association of California Car Clubs, Inc. (ACCC). You
may have read all the information contained on our website; the “deFender” our quarterly newsletter;
our new Face Book page; or you may have heard a briefing by one of our Directors; and you
may ask “What can I or my business do to support this Collector Vehicle organization?” The
ACCC offers seven levels of annual ACCC Partnership Sponsors. Listed below is what each “Member
at Large Partner Sponsors” receives in addition to the knowledge that they are helping by supporting
the ACCC’s actions and efforts to “Save Our Cars”.
 IRON -- $150.00 - This entry level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our Newsletter.
 COPPER -- $250.00 - This level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a
3 x 5 Partnership engraved wall plaque.
 CHROME -- $500.00 - This level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a
4 x 6 Partnership engraved wall plaque.
 BRONZE -- $750.00 - This level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a
5 x 7 Partnership engraved wall plaque plus admittance to the ACCC Annual Legislative Conference for 2 partner/sponsor representatives.
 SILVER -- $1000.00 - This level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a
6 x 8 dual plate engraved wall plaque plus admittance to the ACCC Annual Legislative Conference for 2 partner/sponsor representatives.
 GOLD -- $1500.00 – This level partner receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that includes all member benefits, a Certificate of
Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletters “Partner/Sponsors” page, your business/organizational link on the ACCC
Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a
7 x 9 dual plate engraved wall plaque plus an ACCC embroidered hat and admittance to the ACCC Annual Legislative conference for 4
partner/sponsor representatives.
 PLATINUM -- $2500.00 or more! - This is our “Top” level of partnership/sponsor and receives a one year Associate Membership in ACCC that
includes all member benefits, a Certificate of Partnership, an acknowledgement in our “deFender” quarterly Newsletter’s “Partner/Sponsors” page,
your business/organizational link on the ACCC Website and Face Book pages. There may also be an opportunity to have your business or
organization highlighted in our deFender Newsletter plus a 10 x 12 dual plate engraved wall plaque plus an ACCC T-Shirt or Golf Shirt and
admittance to our ACCC Annual Legislative Conference for 4 partner/sponsor representatives. This partner may also have the opportunity to address
the attendees at our annual conference.
Please indicate your level of sponsorship in space above and make check payable and mail to:
Association of California Car Clubs,
P.O. Box 1083, El Dorado, CA 95623.
Company Name: _____________________________________________Authorized Signature: ____________________
Company Address: _______________________________________City:___________________St:_____ Zip: ________
Website: ___________________________________________Email:__________________________________________
The ACCC Officers and Board of Directors thank you for your support of the ACCC. The Association of California Car Clubs, Inc. (ACCC) is a 501(c) 4 not
for profit organization. Membership dues, donations, and contributions to the ACCC may not be deductible as charitable contributions for Federal or State income tax.
Check with your tax advisor to be sure.
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ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA
CAR CLUBS INC.
Membership Application
Thank you for your interest in joining the Association of California Car Clubs, Inc. Please complete the
information below and mail with your payment to address listed below. All of us at ACCC look forward to the
opportunity of serving the Collector Vehicle Hobby and working hard to “Save Our Cars”!
Individual Membership-Member At Large
 ($25.00) One year Membership and 1 year subscription to deFender Newsletter published each quarter.
 ($40.00) “Two for Forty” Two Years Membership and 2 year subscription to deFender Newsletter. (Save $10.00)
 ($40.00) “Two for Forty” Two Individual Members for $40.00. Send both apps in together. (Save $5.00 each)
 ($100.00) Five years membership and 5 years subscription to the deFender Newsletter. (Save $25.00)
Name: _________________________________________________________Phone:_____________________________
Address________________________________________City____________________________State___Zip__________
Email______________________________________ Car Club Affiliation______________________________________
Club Membership: Includes 1 Year Membership and 1 year subscription to the ACCC deFender Newsletter.
Distributed to the Club President.
Club Membership Dues: Clubs are $5.00 per member with a $500.00 Maximum
Our club has ________ (number) members and we remit $__________
Business (Commercial/Individual) Associate Membership------$75.00.
Regional/Club Name_____________________________________________Contact Phone________________________
Club Mailing Address______________________________City_________________________State___Zip____________
Email_____________________________________________Website_________________________________________
National Affiliation (If Any) __________________________________________________________________________
Club Delegate to ACCC – Name_______________________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________City____________________________________State___Zip___________
Phone______________________________________Email__________________________________________________
How did you hear about the ACCC? ____________________________________________________________________.
Please make checks payable to and mail to: Association of California Car Clubs, Inc.
C/O Membership Chairperson
Post Office Box 1083 | El Dorado, CA 95623-1083
Disclaimer: The Association of California Car Clubs, Inc. (ACCC) is a 501(c) 4 not for profit organization. Membership dues, donations, and/or
contributions to the ACCC are by law not deductible as charitable contributions when filing federal or state income tax returns.
***************************************ACCC Use Only***************************************
Sponsored By___________________ Received By__________ Date App Received_________ Amt Paid________
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The ACCC Is Looking For Few Good Car Folks!
The ACCC needs directors statewide to help in our battle to “Save Our Cars” and to also help to get the word
out to collector vehicle enthusiast’s through-out California. We currently have Directors in Northern California,
Southern California, and Central California but we’re in need of directors in the Bay Area; specifically San
Jose, San Francisco, and the East Bay. We have 4 directors in Southern California but we could use more due to
the size and population of Southern California.
We’re looking for a few good folks to help us spread the word. Job duties include making informative
presentations to car clubs around the state specific to your local area, spreading the word at car shows, and
promoting the ACCC whenever and wherever possible. We have found over the years that there is strength in
numbers and numbers are what get our voices heard over the others at the Capitol in Sacramento. We have a
team of supportive Directors who can help along the way. We also supply presentation tools and marketing kits
to assist Directors with presentations. Please contact any of the Board members listed in this newsletter if you
are interested in becoming an ACCC Director or if you have questions or concerns and thanks.
Past Presidents of The Association of California Car Club, Inc.
Sig Caswell*
Al Newman*
Lloyd Whitworth
Cliff Nordstrom
Denny Cross*
Ray LaPorte*
Ray Stout*
Kim Minstretta
Gene Babow*
C. Erik Baltzar
Bob Kirkman
Stan Opatowsky
Win Burkhart
Neil Black
Jack Passey
Ray Fairfield
Frank Weeks*
Jeff Minard
Andy Nantz
Jerry Effle*
Joe Mass
Dave Bryan
Glen Boire
Fred Evenson
Bob Stearns
* Deceased
Welcome New Members!
Individual New Members
INDIVIDUALS
Charles J. Horn
James Vincent
Mark McCurdy
Scott Cash
Alan Moores
Dick Gale
James Bond
Garth Norton
Tony Amador
Dwayne Mercer
Todd Plumlee
Conrad Bryant
Ray Del Pino
Paul Sheehy
New Business Member-Hog Wild BBQ-Placerville
New Member Clubs-California City Street Rods; Roadsters of Los Angeles; Santa Clara Thunderbirds
The ACCC Officers & Directors thank all the new Individual Members and
Member clubs for their membership and support of the ACCC!
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Rex Roden – President/Director
6114 Quartz Drive
El Dorado, CA 95623
Ph: 530-622-6608
[email protected]
Robin Cole – Legislative Analyst/Director
9290 Dever Circle
Elk Grove, CA 95624-3607
Ph: 916-686-6416
[email protected]
Bill Folden –Vice-President/Director
709 South Alvord Street
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Ph: 760-375-4230
[email protected]
Jack Passey – Past President/Director
425 Hecker Pass Road
Watsonville, CA 95076-9701
Ph: 831-728-4738
[email protected]
Shael Jacobson - Treasurer
9107 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 450
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Cell: 310-475-5910
[email protected]
Dave Bryan – Past President/Director
P.O. Box 4
Newbury Park, CA 91319-0004
Ph: 805 498-1878
[email protected]
Andy Nantz – Secretary/Director
699 Third Street
Woodland, CA 95695
Ph: 530-661-0254
[email protected]
Jack Lindsay – Director
19916 Cronese Court
Apple Valley, Ca. 92308
Ph: 760-240-2522
[email protected]
Fred Evenson – Past President/Director
6013 Cedar Glen Lane
Bakersfield, CA 93313-3390
Ph: 661-832-3045
[email protected]
Rick Pierce - Director
1129 Weber Way
Sacramento, CA 95822
Ph: 916-442-5984
[email protected]
Mary L. Ramsey - Membership Chair/Director
6035 Happy Pines Drive
Forest Hill CA 95631 - 9691
Ph 530-367-3987
[email protected]
Paul Sheehy-Director
18180 Wildridge Road
Cottonwood, CA. 96022
Ph. 530-917-8600
[email protected]
Butch Gardner – Conference Chair/Director
4790 Artesia Road
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
Ph: 530-677-4761
[email protected]
Jane Hudgins-Membership-Director
2634 Squaw Valley Way
Sacramento, CA 95826
Ph. 916-361-0558
[email protected]
Bill Adams-Website/Advertising Chair/Director
10933 Eaton Road
Oakdale, CA 95361
Ph: 209-402-6167
[email protected]
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September 2012
ACCC Featured Car Club
Poor Boys Car Club-Sacramento
The Sacramento Poor Boys car club was started in 1998; it was the third chapter of the Original Poor Boys club,
which was resurrected by Kirt Jones and Jay Ward In the early 90’s. The second chapter was established in
1995 by Roger Atwood and Tim King in Detroit.
The Poor Boys Car Club has been credited with the resurgence of home built/low
buck traditional hot rods and customs as a result of creating and producing these
notable shows: Billet Proof (East Bay chapter), Billet Proof Detroit (Detroit
chapter), and Midnight Mass (Sacramento chapter).
The Sacramento Poor Boys chapter had a few challenging years. Initially they were
not accepted into the mainstream hot rod community. Shunned and disregarded for
their traditional home built cars, lifestyle and values, they were not welcomed or
even allowed to attend some of the shows. Over time they've built a good reputation and friendships and have
slowly gained respect and recognition from the mainstream hot rod community. The Sacramento Poor Boys
credit the Sacramento Autorama for supporting their growth by encouraging and welcoming participation in
their shows. The Poor Boys have established who they are and what they stand for and have contributed to the
return of the grassroots of car building to the hot rod community.
The Sacramento Poor Boys put on their first annual Midnight Mass car show in 2004. What started out to be a
small local traditional show soon became one of the most unique and bitchin’ low buck, pre ’65 car and truck
shows in Northern California.
For information about the club contact Phil (530) 277-4384
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Fresno, CA - Blackie
Gejeian, promoter par
excellence and Fresno
hot rod kingpin is
getting roasted. The
gala event, billed as
The Celebrity Roast of
Blackie Gejeian and
salute to Fresno
Motorsports Heroes
takes place Saturday,
November 3rd at THE GRAND – the opulent,
newly restored banquet hall in downtown Fresno
(www.thegrand1401.com).
never missed a Grand National Roadster show.
Think about that! He personally invited every car to
ever exhibit at the Fresno AutoRama. I grew up in
the valley and can tell you for a fact, nobody could
pack'em in like Blackie. This will be a special
evening.”
For those coming in from out of town, the Holiday
Inn Fresno Downtown (559-233-6650) will serve as
the host hotel. To reserve your seat or table visit
www.blackieroast.com or call Mary Ellen Pappas @
(925) 218-9138. You can also send a check to
Blackie’s Roast, P.O. Box 9132, Pleasanton, CA
94566.
An all-star lineup of celebrity roasters (expected to
include Barris, Foose, Brizio, Vukovich Sr, Scelzi,
Winfield, Starbird and many more) will honor and
tell war stories of the cantankerous Armenian
promoter who founded the Fresno Autorama and
packed the stands at Clovis Speedway and Raisin
City Drag Strip – where he ran 4 wide top fuelers
long before Bruton Smith. Goodguys Rod &
Custom Association Founder Gary Meadors and
NHRA Motorsports Museum Curator Greg Sharp
will host the festivities.
Fresno area rodders have joined in to make The
Roast an all-day affair with John Lawson hosting an
open house at his personal museum (featuring a
dizzying array of ’32 Fords and memorabilia) from
10am-2pm as will collector Charlie Lambecchio.
Additional day time activities are in the planning
stages.
Pre-Roast partying and bullshitting with a no-host
bar starts at THE GRAND on Nov 3rd at 3pm. At
5pm, a full gourmet meal of Tri-Tip and Chicken
and all the fixins will be served followed by The
Roast. Tickets are just $40. A reserved table of 10 is
available for $500 which includes 3 bottles of
premium
wine.
It’s time to pay tribute and barbecue one of
history’s greatest motorsport promoters and a true
central valley icon” said Gary Meadors. “Most
people don’t realize the reach Blackie had as a
promoter. He’s done it all – from hot rods &
customs to hard tops, sprint cars and dragsters. He’s
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Name that Hood Ornament!
Answers At Bottom of Page.
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1933 Cadillac
1941 Packard
1952 Oldsmobile
1953 DeSoto
1956 Ford
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1956 Pontiac
1956 Chevy
1952 Cadillac
1930 Bentley
1933 Plymouth
VOL XXXX
September 2012
10 Tips To Purchasing A Classic Car
Buying a classic car will probably be one of the biggest
purchases of your life, and one that will hopefully bring many
years of enjoyment to you but likely there may be some lows
in there as well, after you have sunk in more of your time and
money. Classic cars are not cheap to maintain and restore.
This is a 10 step guide to help you properly find the classic car
of your dreams; I hope this helps you so you can enjoy it for
years down the road. Here are the 10 steps.
1. Your reason for wanting a classic car
2. Figure out your budget
3. Figuring out which model you want
4. Your time and space
5. Your mechanical abilities
6. Local car clubs
7. Finding a classic car mechanic
8. Search for the car
9. Inspect the car
10. Purchase the car
Your reason for wanting a classic car - Over the years I
have heard at least a hundred reasons for people purchasing
classic vehicles, no reason is any more important than another
and it's something only you need to know. This is a personal
issue only you (and your significant other) do need to consider
and important to know so that you find the right type of car.
Are you planning to cruise around town on a nightly basis or
are you wanting a car to show or compete in classic car
events? If you will be driving the car a lot, you may want to
lean towards getting a car that is not fully restored. If you plan
on showing the car, a fully restored car may be your best
option, especially if your time and mechanical abilities are
limited.
A rule of thumb is that a restoration can cost you 1 1/2 times
or more the price of a "finished" car if you can't do the work
yourself so it really needs to be something you enjoy doing.
That being said, I have seen people purchase a large project
only to sell it a few years later, still a project and only because
it wasn't right for them. I grew up with classic cars, I love
working on them and restoring a car is something that gives
me a great sense of satisfaction. You need to find your reason,
understand your abilities and desired use so knowing what you
plan on doing with the car can help in the next steps.
Figure out your budget - The first thing you need to figure
out is your budget. If you are like most of us, you will
probably have a limited budget you can spend and that will
need to be figured out early in this process. If price is not a
concern (lucky you), then you can do your research and select
a make, model, year, and specific options. You may not need
to figure out an exact dollar amount you can spend, but even
having a rough estimate will help you narrow down the type of
car you can afford during the next steps. Financing for classic
cars is an option and it's something to consider, if it's the right
option for you. For example, financing a project car purchase
is probably not a good place to start.
Figuring out which model you want - You may already have
an idea of what model of car you want. If you don’t have a
clue as to what classic car you want, then you need to start
looking around. A great way to look at a large collection of
classic cars all at once is to go to some classic car shows. You
will be able to look at a wide range of models, be able to speak
to the owners to learn more about the cars, and be able to find
detailed information from the owners. Many of the owners
have probably spent countless hours and even more dollars on
restoring and maintaining their cars and most are willing to
share their past experiences with anyone willing to listen.
Some specific models or years may have more problems than
other years, and other models may have known issues or
defaults along the model line. And of course there are certain
years of many models that are the most desirable; this will
cause the prices to be higher as well. Even if you know what
model you are looking for, going to a classic car show may be
a good idea if you have specific questions.
Another useful tool you may want to invest early in is a classic
car value guide. This will give you a guide as to what kind of a
car you will be able to afford early on and later on in the hunt
when you find models you are interested in buying, it will help
you with the pricing. These guides have models listed in
various conditions, making it easier to determine if the asking
price is within reason but remember they are only guides. It
may help you in bargaining for a better price but if you fall in
love with a model that's one of the hottest cars on the market
you still may not have much leverage.
Your time and space - The next factor that needs to be
considered is your time and space. This factor and your budget
may not seem related, but they can be. No matter what classic
vehicle you end up with, you will want to at least garage your
investment. Old cars will always need work and maintenance,
and many classic cars are sold needing to be restored. Paying
top dollar for your dream car that needs a lot of work may not
be the best idea unless it's a rare model that just can't be
acquired inexpensively; you have to decide what is right for
you. Restoration work on classic cars can be expensive if you
can't do the work yourself. If your budget is limited, you have
a lot of time on your hands and some mechanical ability; you
may be able to buy a car that needs a lot of work at a
discounted price and slowly restore the car of your dreams.
Your space availability is definitely a consideration if you are
planning on restoring a classic car. You will need nearly two
cars worth of room and possibly more. The body and chassis
will take up the one car area, and all the parts that will be
stripped from the car will probably take up another full car
area. You may also want to keep some of the parts that are
more sensitive to the elements like the engine and
transmission in a dry and cool area, like a basement. If you
live in a cold climate there are many climate controlled
storage facilities you can now rent, but of course that needs to
be factored into the price of restoration.
Your mechanical abilities - Your mechanical abilities also
need to be calculated into the whole plan. If you lack any
mechanical ability, you may want to look for a car that is
completely or nearly restored. This of course will add to the
price of the vehicle but can still be less expensive that
restoring it yourself. If you have some mechanical ability, you
may be able to do a lot of the restoration work yourself. You
can save $$ through your own labor. If you are a mechanically
inclined or have excellent mechanical ability, then this step
probably means nothing to you.
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Restoration work can be pricey on a classic car. If you are
starting out with a limited budget, but you know in a few years
you may have more money to invest into the car, you may
want to look at a car that is not restored, but is in drivable or a
decent condition. You can enjoy driving your car, and as the
years go by slowly restore the car to the original beauty it used
to be.
Local car clubs – Contact the ACCC or a local classic car
club of the model you are looking to purchase. Classic car
club members are always willing to lend a hand in helping
others. They can be invaluable for finding good places to buy
a car, information on what to look for when buying like
clones, known issues, and even suggest a good mechanic or
restoration shop. Even if you visited a classic car show in step
3, visiting a car club meeting of the car you want to get will be
invaluable in so many ways. Nearly any question you could
think up can be answered at a meeting like this.
Finding a Classic Car Mechanic - Finding a mechanic that
works on your selected model will be another important step
to take. If the model you want to buy is found locally, it will
be a good idea to have this mechanic check out the vehicle
before purchasing. If you buy the car in another area and have
it driven or shipped back, this mechanic can look it over and
tell you what work that will be needed in the future.
Search for the car - You may have spent a lot of time on the
last steps narrowing down what model and condition of car
you will be looking to buy. This next step of searching for that
car may take longer, depending on your criteria. If you are
looking for a fully restored and well maintained model, your
best bet may be to contact car clubs and see if anyone is
selling their car. Classic cars owned by car club members are
almost always well maintained and “babied” by their owners.
Generally these cars will cost more than purchasing one
through other means. Searching our website is a great place to
start looking online. Ask in classic car forums if anyone they
know is selling a car. Make sure to check out our fraud
protection tips before you start you search so you can make it
a safe experience.
Inspect the car - Inspecting the car before buying is very
important, but this can obviously be difficult if the car is in
another region. If the classic car is in your local area, have the
mechanic you found earlier inspect the car. You want to make
sure you are buying a classic car that is what you set out to
get. Whether you able to look at the car for yourself or not,
you may want to make a check list of things you want to find
out about. You may also want to ask these questions on the
phone or through email, eliminating a wasted trip to look at a
car you may not be interested in. Be very wary of owners that
are vague or don’t know answers to questions you ask them.
Some ideas are…
•How long has the owner owned the car, and do they
have any history on it?
•What recent repairs have been made, and what repairs
are needed in the future?
•Does the owner have repair and maintenance receipts?
•Why is the seller selling the car?
•Is there any visible or repaired rust?
Some rust may be ok and surface rust is unavoidable except on
museum type show cars. You can almost expect rust in a
project car, there is a difference between salt rust and west
coast rust but a properly restored car should have only surface
type rust on the under carriage. The most important factor is a
sound structure because the car could really be junk if it's too
rusty. After you have asked the above questions, you've
determined the car is still on the list then it’s time to dig
deeper into the inspection. Check the fluids, belts, hoses, and
look for leaks. Before test driving the car, make sure it started
properly. Better yet, have the owner start it, and check the tail
pipe to see what comes out of it at start up. blue smoke can be
a sign of serious issues. While driving the car, be very detailed
and look for sway, odd noises, transmission smoothness, left
or right pull, and braking issues. If the car is in serious need of
repairs, some of the above information may not be needed. If
you are buying a project car and know you will be putting
plenty of your time and money into it, some of the above can
be skipped. The better the condition and more complete a
project car you are buying will be less work in the parts
finding later on. If the car is in another region, there are a few
options you have to inspect the car before purchasing. One
idea is to find a member of a car club in that area online. Many
car clubs have homepages online, or you can find a classic car
fan online in a classic car forum. Many classic car fans are
willing to help others inspect a vehicle for sale for another out
of state buyer. They will inspect the car and possibly test drive
it, and even go through an inspection list if you give them one.
Another option you have is to pay a fee to have a professional
inspection company look at the car, there are a number of
them found in any web search and we offer vehicle
inspections in the greater Fresno area. These can initially
appear to be pricey, usually starting around $250 and up,
depending on what information you are requesting but can
save you much more than that if the car needs more than
you’re willing to put into it. Generally, you can get a complete
and comprehensive report within 72 hours from most
companies.
Purchase the car - Once you have decided on purchasing the
vehicle, you just need to get your finances in order and work
with the seller. If the car is out of state or in another region
that is far away, this purchase may not be so straight forward.
One option is to find a way to get to the area and drive the car
back home. This may sound like a fun trip, but you need to be
very cautious on this. Even though the car may seem to be in
driving condition, you cannot be 100% positive something
couldn't break on a long trip and parts aren't always in stock at
parts stores anymore. It would really suck to have to wait a
few days for a special part to be delivered to you. The last
thing you want is to be halfway across the country, and your
only mode of transportation is broken down. Not all
mechanics can work on older cars, many mechanics today are
lost without a computer diagnostic (no offense to the good
techs) and fixing classic cars can cost substantially more on
the road. Your better option is to have the car shipped to you;
this of course may add a thousand of dollars or so to the total
price of getting your dream car, but it will be worth the added
expense. You can find many places online that will ship your
vehicle and we have a shipping page with a list. Even FedEx
has rates for shipping cars. Generally, the buyer will always
pay for the delivery in a deal…Good Luck!
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Association of California Car Clubs, Inc.
Post Office Box 1083
El Dorado, CA 95623-1083
VOL XXXX
Dated Material. Please expedite delivery
September 2012
The deFender is published four times per year by
The Association of California Car Clubs, Inc.
Quarterly Car Club Recognition
The Poor Boys Car Club-Sacramento Chapter is this issue’s featured car club. The ACCC thanks the Poor Boys
for their continued support of the ACCC. (See article in this issue that highlights the Club’s history. Please
contact newsletter editor at 530-622-6608 if you are interested in having your car club highlighted in the
deFender.)
The ACCC Officers and Board of Directors are working hard to control expenses in every way possible. One huge expense is the
printing and mailing of the deFender Newsletter. One option in controlling expenses is to deliver the deFender electronically via
email. So, let us know your email address and we will be happy to send your newsletter via email. We will continue to print and mail
to all members and clubs who do not have email or who need additional hard copies. In addition, please find a member information
update form in this issue. Thanks for your cooperation…ACCC Board of Directors
PLEASE PATRONIZE THE BUSINESSES LISTED BELOW WHO SUPPORT THE ACCC “MEMBERS DISCOUNTS PROGRAM”
“THE OFFICIAL DETAILING
PRODUCTS OF THE ACCC”
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