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Sunday, September 12, 2010

With a little preview of fall weather in the air, 16 cars assembled in the parking lot of the Walmart in Harleysville.  After the usual filling out of the paperwork and a lot of chatting, off we went… one after another at 5 minute intervals for a lovely hour-long drive through the Upper Perkiomen Valley then down into Limerick and finally into Royersford.  As we gathered at our goal for some lunch, we learned the tally of the rallye.

Of the 16 cars that started, 15 of us made it to the finish line.  (Suffredini’s unfortunately had to divert off and could not join us at the end.)  The prize winners for 2010 were…

Hornsby Trophy Winner – Jerry & Lee Keller

1st place – Lew Phillips
2nd place – Pat & Patti Cawthorne
3rd place – Paul & Evonna Phillips

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August 7, 2010

As we were about to enter into our 8th heatwave of the summer, how lucky we were to have such gorgeous weather for the Pennypacker Car Show and P3 party afterward!  We had the best car show ever and best P3 ever.  It was warm, bright sunshine, and low humidity.  Weather does count, doesn’t it??

We had a record turnout for the P3 party – over 50 people showed up this year!  See the list of attendees below (hopefully, I didn’t forget anyone).  It was a beautiful afternoon to hang out, have a beer, and rest after all the work that goes into running the car show.  Hank Rippert, all the way from Soddy Daisy, TN (yes, that is the name of the town), attended the festivities.  Unfortunately, Pop was not with him this year…

We had a nice visit from Warren Greaves, a member of the DVC from many years ago.  We talked him into renewing his membership, and buying a car badge and key fob.  (Its so easy to get money off some people).  Hopefully, we’ll see a lot more of him at future DVC events.  It was also nice to see some other DVC’ers we haven’t seen for a while.

Of course, everyone brought delicious food to enjoy.  One thing about the DVC, we eat and drink good!  One of our newest members, Adam and Eva Ilnicki brought genuine Polish Kielbasa.  Adam cooked it to perfection on the grill and everyone raved about it.  Adam, I didn’t get any, so you’ll just have to do it all again…

Attendees were: Dick & Sandy Suffredini, Adam & Eva Ilnicki, Dave & Gloria Schwab, Donna Bristol, Walt King, Rob Hoeflein, Warren Greaves and friend, Jan & Mark Scherbekow, Wade Albright and Jill Roesch, Hank Rippert, Wolfgang Fischer, Bob & Doris Logan, Jim & Janet Taylor, Bill & Linda Boorse, Tom & Deven Maddaloni, Paul & Evonna Phillips, Bill and Ann McCurdie, Earl Wanklin, Ernie & Barb Feldgus, Jeff Rose, Lee & Sandra Wesner, Lew Phillips, Chuck & Judy Goelz, Pat & Carmita Alzamora, Warren & Nancy Doerner, Bill & Evelyn Webb, Lyn & Bobbi Hughes, Chuck & Linda Daniels, Chuck Denlinger, Bob Tiley, and Sue Dougherty.  (Sorry if I missed anyone!)

Thanks to all who came to the P3 party.  And a big thank you to the girls who helped me with food and cleanup!

See you at the Hornsby Rallye!

Jaimee and Tom Rippert

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Saturday, August, 7, 2010

One could not have asked for a more beautiful day than what the DVC was blessed with in hosting the 6th British Car Day Show at Pennypacker Mills.  Low humidity for August and sunshine brought the largest crowd to date with over ninety cars and, according to the county site manager, around a thousand visitors.

The cars were not the only attraction as the site had its annual, “In the Good Old Summertime” consisting of games and music from the turn of the 20th century. Painters of the Norristown Artist Guild allowed one to look over their shoulders as they worked on scenes from various spots of the park.

This would not be possible without the tremendous efforts of the club volunteers, “The Pit Crew” and it was another job well done by them. From the registrations ladies handling the entrants to the dueling emcees, Lee Niner and Bill McCurdie, announcing the awards the show ran smoothly.  If anyone would like to lend a hand for next year’s show please send an email to carshow@dvcmg.com.  There will be a Crew meeting on 11/6/10 at 11 AM at Leddy’s Pub for the post show praises and gripes and how we can improve.

2010 Car Show Winners

Class I- Austin Healey 100-4. 100-6, 3000 & Jensen
First Place – Jim and Libby Seybert

Class II- Austin Healey Sprite
First Place – Dean Hedin

Class III- Triumph TR2, TR3, TR3A, TR4  & TR4 IRS
First Place – Ron and Peg Hoinowski
Second Place – Al Taylor

Class IV- Triumph TR250, TR6, TR7 & TR8
First Place – John Ricci

Class V- Triumph Spitfire, GT6 & Stag
First Place – Mike Hoinowski

Class VI- Jaguar Roadsters & Coupes PreWar, XK120, XK 140 & XK150
First Place – Tom Boorse

Class VII- Jaguar XKE Roadsters, Coupes & XJS
First Place – Steve DeVeber

Class IX- Mini Classic & Modern
First Place – Jim Taylor

Class X- MG Pre 1956 Roadster, Sedan, Magnette & Variant
First Place – Don Scholl
Second Place – Bruce Allen
Third Place – John Zemany

Class XI- MGA Roadster, Coupe, Twin Cam, Magnette & Variant
First Place – Randy & Sheila Kegg
Second Place – Bob Wagner

Class XII- Chrome Bumper MGB, MGC, MGB V8 Tourer, GT & Modified
First Place – David Yahn
Second Place – Forrest Collier

Class XIII- Rubber Bumper MGB, MGC, MGB V8 Tourer, GT & Modified
First Place – Carolyn Baronoski
Second Place – Tom & Mary Lynn Naples

Class XIV- MG Midget Chrome, Rubber Bumper & Modified
First Place – Alex Grant
Second Place – Harry Babski

Class XVI- Miscellaneous British Roadsters & Racers
First Place – Lori Noyes

Class XVII- Miscellaneous British Coupes, Sedans, Saloons & Utility Vehicles
First Place – David Yahn

Best Attending Club – Philadelphia MG

Diamond in the Rough – Lee Wesner

Ladies Choice – Mike Hoinouski

Best In Show – Bruce Allen

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