Star Bulletin - San Diego - Mercedes

M e r c e d e s - B e n z C l u b o f Am e r i c a
Star Bulletin
San Diego Section Newsletter
More Than a Car. We’re a Community.™
2012 EVENT SCHEDULE
MBCA San Diego Section
Officers
 Jonathan White, President
(858) 279-5378
[email protected]
 Tom Richards, Vice President and
Secretary
(858) 945-5999
[email protected]
 Carol Ross, Treasurer
(858) 353-8059
[email protected]
Directors
 Bob Gunthorp
Historian
(619) 421-3254
[email protected]
 Steve Ross
Membership Chair
(619) 508-3925
[email protected]
 Fred Coleman
Events Coordinator
(858) 449-1929
[email protected]
 Mike Cooper
Events Coordinator
(760) 599-0629
[email protected]
If any SD Section member would
like to serve on the Board of
Directors, just contact one of us.

Newsletter Editor
Carlos Muñoz
(619) 756-0728
[email protected]
Website & e-Mail Distro
 Jonathan White
(858) 279-5378
[email protected]
SW Regional Director
 Steve Ross
(619) 508-3925
[email protected]
 Redaction: MBCA of San Diego
 Printing & Distribution:
Phoenix Direct Mail Services
Attention Members: We hope that you
will support our advertisers…they
support this Bulletin. Mention this
newsletter when you contact them. No
inference, however, is made that
advertising in this Bulletin implies
approval of their products or services
by the MBCA, the San Diego Section,
its Officers, members, MBUSA, smart
GmbH, AMG, HWA, or Daimler AG.
January 2012
14 January
Hoehn Mercedes-Benz Visit in Carlsbad (S. Ross / Pg. 4)
17 January
Board Meeting @ Chin’s (Miramar) (Pg. 10)
February
21 February
17 March
21 April
May
12 May
Detailing Event (Mike Cooper / Pg. 4)
Board Meeting @ Chin’s (Miramar) (Pg. 10)
Alan Taylor / Chrome Shop (Mike Cooper)
Poker Run (Mike Cooper)
Women’s Event (Steve Ross / Pg. 4)
Mercedes-Benz Classic Center in Irvine (Jonathan White)
June
Mercedes-Benz Training / Prep Center (Steve Ross)
July
Night Out
August
13-21 August
National City Auto Heritage Day (Bob Gunthorp)
Monterey Road Trip (Steve Ross)
28 Sept - 3 Oct StarFest 2012 in Phoenix, AZ (Pg. 10)
October
Annual New Member & Board Officer Pic-Nic (T Richards)
4 November
Winery Tour (Jonathan White)
8 December
Section Holiday Party @ the Horn Blower (J. White)
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January 2012
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Change of Address, Phone # or e-Mail ?
If you have a change-of-address to send to the
Club, please go to www.mbca.org, click on
MEMBERSHIP, then click on ADDRESS CHANGE
and fill in the form. As an alternative, you can call
1-800-637-2360 and talk to anyone at the MBCA
National Business Office.
View your San Diego Section
STAR Bulletin
on the web
www.mbca.org/sandiego
Don’t miss out on all the color photographs of
past events in every issue!
WELCOME !!
New San Diego Section
MBCA Members

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
Brian Nicholas ~ no model listed on MBCA membership roster
Stephen Seiver ~ 1972 450 SL
Charles Taylor ~ 1992 400E, 1993 300E,
2009 R350
A hearty welcome to all our new members.
We hope to meet you real soon at one of our
upcoming events. Please feel free to contact any of
the Board Officers (listed on the front page of this
Newsletter) with any questions, comments, or concerns. We are always looking for volunteers to help
out with ideas, planning, and coordinating events.
If you would like to feature your Mercedes-Benz
vehicle(s) in this Newsletter with an interesting story or
photo, please submit in digital format via
e-mail to our Newsletter Editor ( [email protected] )
We would love to get to know you and your
Mercedes-Benz driving passion.
Reach a wide-audience of Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts.
This space is available for a
business card size advertisement.
Please contact our SD Section Treasurer for going rates,
and upon payment, your advertisement can be sent to our
Newsletter Editor for 6-month or 12-month print runs.
SAN D IEGO SEC TION NE WSLETTER
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FOR SALE:
1987 300D Turbo 118,000 miles. Automatic, A/C, red
exterior / palomino interior. Chrome rims, meticulously
maintained. All mechanical parts and renovations completed when needed. Original paint, always garaged. All
service records. Great MPG. Excellent condition.
Price: $9,900 Contact: Ken Fite (619) 3347342 or [email protected]
1999 SL500. Magma red, black interior, chrome Mercedes
wheels. California car always garaged in superb condition
soon to be a classic. Hardtop and soft top with a storage
dolly if the hard top is not in use. Bought at Escondido MB
dealer, all records available. Still has warranty with $100
deductible for any repair for about another year, renewable.
High end Pioneer system with radio, stereo, video, iPod
connection, CD/DVD player, Bluetooth for phone connection
& navigation system all integrated into one unit with a large
touch screen. Just renewed the registration, good for another year. Car is like new, additional photos available, just
provide me with your e-mail. Sold for about $ 90,000 when
new in 1999. Has 92,000 miles. Can only appreciate in
value in the next few years. Asking $21,000. Open to reasonable offers. Contact Ed (760) 990-3575
or [email protected]
January 2012
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Attention Advertisers: Any changes?
e-Mail Carlos at
[email protected] to send a file.
Mercedes Benz
New & Used Parts
Sales & Service
9 - 6 Mon. - Fri.
SPECIALIZING IN CLASSIC MERCEDES 1955-1990
(619) 421-3254
24 Hour Fax (619) 421-0357
e-Mail: [email protected]
789 Energy Way Chula Vista, CA 91911
10% off parts and labor with MBCA card
For the finest in German
engine machine work
OCEAN BEACH
BOAT & AUTO
UPHOLSTERY
MBUSA Genuine Mercedes Benz Factory Service
Manuals
(a) One manual: Maintenance, tuning, and unit replacement starting 1968 (series 108,109,111, & 113). $60.
(b) One manual: Engines (Diesels) 1968-1980 (series 115
& 123). $60.
(c) One manual: Chassis & Body ( Volume 1) ( Gasoline
& Diesel) 1977 to 1985 (series 123). $85.
(d) One manual: Chassis & Body ( Volume 2) (Gasoline &
Diesel) 1977 to 1985 (series 123). $85.
(e) One manual: Engine (Turbo Diesel) 1978 to 1985
(series 116,123,& 126). $85.
(f) One manual: Illustrated Parts Breakdown ( Gasoline &
Diesel) starting 1977 (series 123). $25.
Manuals are in very good to excellent condition.
Contact: Jim Cannon at (562) 595-8008 or e-mail at
[email protected]
SINCE 1947
Mention this ad and make an appointment
in January for the following prices:
107 Chassis tops:
German $945
Sonnendeck canvas top $895
One day turnaround!!
DAVID SKOGLUND
4838 Voltaire Street
San Diego, CA
92107
(619) 223-9797
FOR SALE --Personal classified ads (Sale or Wanted) are FREE exclusively for MBCA members. No commercial or business sales allowed in the classified ad section.
Business advertising is available at competitive rates.
Please contact the Treasurer for latest ad rates.
e-Mail Carlos Muñoz at [email protected] if you want
to place a personal ad in the “for sale” section. Please
contact Carlos every month to continue to run the ad.
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January 2012
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Upcoming Events
Hoehn Mercedes-Benz Visit in Carlsbad
Saturday, 14 January 2012
by Steve Ross
Mark your calendar as it is a special day! Hoehn Mercedes-Benz in Carlsbad has invited us
for a tour/tech session at their newly remodeled facility. Kris Truman, the General Manager, will
have his staff there to show us around and answer our questions. Hoehn is one of our long-time
advertisers and has been a supporter of our Club for many years. There will something for the
ladies, so ladies please do not stay home.
This is our kickoff event for 2012 and I can assure you it will
be well worth your while to join us. Here are the details…
Where:
When:
Time:
RSVP to:
Hoehn Mercedes-Benz,
5475 Car Country Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Saturday, 14 January 2012
11:00 A.M.
Steve Ross, (619) 508-3925 or [email protected]
or 16151 Fruitvale Rd., Valley Center, CA 92082
by Tuesday 10 January 2012
PLEASE DO NOT JUST SHOW UP! NOT ONLY IS IT RUDE,
BUT KRIS HAS TO KNOW HOW MANY ARE COMING SO
THEY CAN PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
Calling All Section Ladies
by Carol Ross
We are hoping that most of our lady members and associates have noted the previous
articles in the Star Bulletin concerning the ladies-only event being planned for this year, 2012.
It was brought to our attention that some of you ladies may not see the Bulletin or be made
aware of the events. Carol Osselear and Carol Ross would like to have your e-mail address so
that we may contact you directly about this upcoming event. There have a few responses of
what the women would like to do.
Please send your e-mail to Carol Ross at [email protected]
Detailing Event
in February
Please contact our Events Coordinator, Mike Cooper for details and more information.
Phone: (760) 599-0629 or e-mail [email protected]
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January 2012
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Recent Events
San Diego Section Holiday Party
at the Coronado Golf Club, 11 December 2011
by Steve Ross
Our guests were greeted by a warm, cozy decorated room to enjoy our
annual Christmas/Holiday/end of year Party at the Coronado Golf Course
Clubhouse. The real pine tree was hung with lights, bells and numerous
bangles. Snow men and dolls guarded the entrance and looked over the
guests. The table center pieces were living baby pine trees and poinsettias.
Prior to dinner there we enjoyed much camaraderie and a lot of catching up
on the past year. Our special guests were Laura Simonds, the MBCA
National Treasurer, and husband Richard, the MBCA Past National President.
Everyone enjoyed talking to Laura and Richard as many of our members were
acquainted with Richard and Laura from past events. It is always a pleasure
to have guests and it is especially nice to have members of our National
Board join us in our events.
Our guests of honor: Laura & Richard Simonds
We dined on prime rib of beef and salmon with all the trimmings, and the chef’s signature Chocolate Mousse
desert. Section President Jonathan White recounted our past year’s events hitting the highlights of each one. He
recounted his odyssey of shepherding a very used Mercedes-Benz Estate Wagon from Long Island, New York to
sunny San Diego. The car had not been driven for quite sometime, so it required a bit of maintenance prior to
setting out on the journey.
Bud and Kristine Hartwell
Mary and Cecil Ross, Major, US Army
Steve Seiver and Carol Osselear
Nune and Tom Richards, our Charity Chairs
Chuck and Elaine Davis
Floyd, Pam, and Evie Burgess
The table center pieces were awarded to two lucky people at each table.
We are looking forward to seeing you at our events this new year and for
sure at this year’s Christmas/Holiday Gala end-of-year Party.
Hazel and Gary Jarvis
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January 2012
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SAN D IEGO SEC TION NE WSLETTER
Effective January 1, 2012 MBCA membership dues will increase as follows:
1 Year
2 Years
3 Years
U.S.
Membership Dues
Was $45 Will Be $49
Was $87 Will Be $95
Was $127 Will Be $139
Canadian & Int’l
Membership Dues
Was $55 Will Be $59
Was $107 Will Be $115
Was $157 Will Be $169
5 Reasons for the 2012 Dues Increase
1. It has been 12 years since MBCA last raised its dues
2. 2012 dues represent an increase of less than 9% over 2011
3. MBCA has been able to avoid a dues increase for more than a decade but increasing operating expenses
makes it virtually impossible to avoid a modest increase today
4. The list of MBCA member benefits and discounts has markedly expanded in the last two years. Please see
the 2/3 page advertorial in the January/February issue of The Star ® magazine for details or visit
www.mbca.org/member-benefits for a complete list of benefits
5. We want to ensure that MBCA can continue to meet its promise/value proposition: To be an
enduring and sustainable Mercedes-Benz enthusiast organization known for nurturing and inspiring
the Mercedes-Benz experience
Special Incentives for MBCA Members, Effective NOW!
Members who RENEW their membership beginning 1/1/12 or AFTER will receive:
3 additional months of membership FREE when they renew for 3 years (at the 2012 rate)
2 additional months of membership FREE when they renew for 2 years (at the 2012 rate)
Regional Director’s Report
Steve Ross
Greetings and Happy New Year to all of my fellow MBCA Star people. We have completed another fantastic year of fun with our Star
Cars. Every Section now has a website, good newsletters and many exciting and interesting activities. I again congratulate the Long
Beach-South Bay Section for winning the 2010 Section of the Year award. Wouldn’t it be fantastic for one of our Sections to win the award
for 2011! If you need help contact the Long Beach-South Bay Section for assistance. I am here to help also. The highlight event of our
region was the Regional Event in Borrego Springs Resort and Spa. It was decided by the Sections that we would not have a Regional
Event this year in order that we could support the Desert Stars Section in their sponsoring of StarFest 2012. This is shaping up to be a
most elegant, top-shelf StarFest with something for everyone to enjoy. Follow The STAR magazine and our local Section newsletters. I
want all to know that I am extremely proud of our SW Region. I thank all for the hard work volunteered to make 2011 such a success.
Our National Board meeting was held in Detroit, MI in early November. Actually, we were in Dearborn, MI. It was a busy meeting with
some significant issues addressed and dealt with. The paramount issue was dealing with the 2012 budget. As most are aware the
economy has not been kind to us and the MBCA was not exempted. The budget committee worked well into the evening hammering out a
budget for the National Board to approve. Several budget line items were either cut drastically or eliminated. A significant item cut was the
Spring National Board Meeting. It was apparent that in order to provide the support expected from the MBCA to its Sections, a dues
increase was inevitable. After much debate an increase in annual dues of $4.00 was approved with no increase in Section rebates. In
addition to the reason stated above other rationale for an increase were: we have not had a dues increase in twelve years and this
increase is 8.0% as compared to the last increase of 30%. The benefits to us, the members, have increased over the past twelve years.
We have been able to avoid a dues increase for a long time, but increasing operating costs over the past twelve years make it unavoidable
now, IF we are to continue to provide the support to the Sections specified in the By-Laws and Procedures Manual. I voted yes to this dues
increase. I am available to discuss any of the Board Meeting decisions with you.
Thank you for your support.
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January 2012
San Diego Section’s 2011 Holiday Season
Military Family
by Tom and Nune Richards
Thanks to all the MBCA members who donated to our Military Family: Sgt. Ryan Lopez (deployed on the
USS PEARL HARBOR off Thailand), wife Mary, son Justin (6) and daughter Eileen (18). The gifts that Nune
Richards bought were greatly needed and appreciated. Tom and Nune drove up to Camp Pendleton where
we were greeted by about 60 families representing 3 battalions there. The Bells of Freedom required a gift
basket with food items, $150 gift card from Target and a $25 card from Albertsons. We added educational
DVDs and a "Thomas Train" for Justin. Justin has Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome… enlarged tongue; can't
talk; tube-fed and other complications, but otherwise runs around just like a normal 6 year old. Eileen got a
scarf, hat, mittens and bath soaps. It was quite an inspiring afternoon. Thank you San Diego Section!
San Diego Section’s 2011
Member of the Year
San Diego Section President Jonathan White awards Carol
Ross the prestigious “Member of the Year Award” to our
Section Treasurer, Carol Ross. Carol has served on the
Board for the past three years and has been our Section
Treasurer for the past two years. Congratulations Carol!!
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FOR SALE:
1972 (registered as 1973) 280 SE 4.5L Sedan
280,000 miles daily driver until 2010.
With spare 1972 Engine and Transmission from parts car.
$2500.00
Contact Art: (760) 758-6062 / (760) 685-6399 / [email protected]
2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG High Performance Wagon
Used but in excellent condition. Beautiful flint grey exterior with stunning black nappa leather interior and black birdseye maple wood trim. Hand built AMG 6.3L 32-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated V-8 engine, 507 hp / 465 ft-lb
torque. Fully loaded including P02 Premium II package plus other options listed below. This car goes 0-60 in 4
seconds, yet gives you 14 city MPG and 20 highway MPG. Practical and tremendous driving vehicle. This is a very
rare vehicle and was only available by special order in the US. Only 40,800 miles. Car always garaged, never seen
snow, non-smoker and no accidents. Body and all wheel rims have no dings, dents, scratches and are in perfect
condition. All scheduled maintenance done at purchase dealer and all records available. Worst mechanical repair
was to replace faulty oil level sensor at 23,653 miles. Tires new at 33,223 miles and approx. 25% worn. Brake
pads new at 33,195. Out of basic warranty in June. Photo gallery available at http://tinyurl.com/7rdkn2c
P02 Premium II Package:
- Active ventilated front seats
- Rear side-window blinds
- DVD COMAND navigation system
- Headlamp washing system
- Bi-Xenon active light system
- Cornering fog lamps
- Keyless Go
Additional Options:
* Sirius satellite radio
* Third row seat
* iPod integration kit
* Bluetooth phone module
* LoJack anti-theft protection
Contact: Jay Zorzy @ (858) 761-1680
e-mail: [email protected]
Dieter Fischer’s Independent MERCEDES-BENZ Service, Inc.
AS A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AND REPAIR CENTER,
WE CONCENTRATE EXCLUSIVELY ON THE PRECISE
MECHANICAL CARE OF THE
MERCEDES-BENZ
WE OFFER: Latest Factory Software for All Late Model Cars
Factory authorized warranty service on Bosch systems
Free loan cars upon request
One day turnaround on most service
Monday - Friday
7:00
a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
45 Years Mercedes-Benz experience
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Se habla Español
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8699 La Mesa Blvd. La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 460-1498
SAN D IEGO SEC TION NE WSLETTER
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FOR SALE:
Parts:
SL Rack - I'm selling the hard top rack for SL. $100
Balentin Morelos. My number is (760) 213-6361.
[email protected]
MBZ Roadster Polisher Air Filter Housing
- will fit 560SL, 450SL and 380SL. First $90 takes this.
Call Kelvin (858) 232-9271 / [email protected]
MBZ Roadster Front Brake Pads
Original equipment (#A001 420 99 20 )
- will fit 560SL, 1986-1989. First $45 takes this.
Call Kelvin (858) 232-9271 / [email protected]
MBZ Roadster Front Brake Pads (Ceramic) by PBR
- will fit 560SL, 1986-1989. First $60 takes this.
Call Kelvin (858) 232-9271 / [email protected]
W124 Front Brake Pads ATE - will fit:
260E, 1987-1989 / 300CE, 1988-1989
300D, 1987-1993 / 300E, 1986-1993
300TD, 1987 / 300TE, 1988-1992 / E320, 1995
First $45 takes this.
Call Kelvin (858) 232-9271 / [email protected]
MBZ 16" Alloy Wheels
Just taken off my 1994 E320 wagon (but will fit sedan as
well). Original Mercedes 10-spoke16 inch alloy wheels (MBZ
# A210-401-0602) in IMMACULATE showroom condition
Upgrade your 300E or E320, 300TE , 400E or E420. Will fit
any E-class body style from 1996-2002. My loss is your gain
- upgrade your ride at a fraction of what the dealer will
charge you. All four for only $375. Local pick-up in Carlsbad
only. Contact Kelvin at (858) 232-9271 / [email protected]
Mercedes-Benz Workshop Manuals:
(1) MB Chassis W116 Factory OEM Shop and Service
Manual for models: 280S '75-'76, 280SE '77, 450SE '73-'76,
450SEL '73-'76, 6.9 '77, 300SD '78. This is Mercedes-Benz
Service Manual #1214 and the condition is very good.
$39.95 OBO.
(2) MB Chassis W107 Factory OEM Service Manual Library.
This is on digital CD format, and covers entire W107 series
of vehicles. MB Technical Information Part No. P-2700-107-098.
$24.95 OBO.
Upon purchase these items can be sent via USPS Media
Mail if necessary. Contact Tom Hoffman, (619) 987-3803 or
[email protected]
Storage: I've downsized my collection and now I have room
to store 2 cars, $100.00 each per month. Call Bud Hartwell
(619) 588-2180 / or e-mail [email protected]
5475 Car Country Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 438-4454
Best of the Best Dealer
2 years in a row!
Complete Custom Detail
Regular $150.00
For MBCA Club Members
$120.00
**Plus FREE loan car for the day.
(Must present this coupon)
10% Discount
On
Parts and Labor
To MBCA Members
(Must present Club membership card
while making service appointment)
Star Bulletin
8611 Ara Place
San Diego, CA 92126
January 2012
NEXT BOARD MEETING IS TUESDAY,
January 17 @ 7:00PM, at CHIN’S in Miramar
South side of Miramar Rd., one light West of the 15
at the Holiday Inn Express
We arrive at 6:00 to have a (no-host) dinner before the
meeting. All members are invited.
Please Note: The board has occasionally cancelled meetings when
there is a small amount of business that can be considered adequately
by telephone or e-mail. If you are considering joining us for a board
meeting, you might want to call a board member first to be sure the
meeting will take place as scheduled.
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