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1 The Headliner Vtw VÄâu Charles Thompson 700 Albatross Drive Novato, CA Northern California Region Newsletter July 2011 FIRST CLASS MAIL Coming Events & Headlines Portal Park Picnic Sunday, July 24 th Grand National Columbus, Ohio August Hillsborough Concours Sunday, August 28 th

Message From The Editor Dear Fellow CLC Members, I hope your are enjoying the Summer of 2011 as much as I am.

First it s too wet and rainy, then it turns East Bay Hot, and then the marine layer is drawn in making us shiver in July.

the weather changes on a whim. Only if all else fails do we deploy the top and windows and heater!

I helped by recruiting friends Don Barnes and Ron Kane and getting them in contact with the organizers of the parade.

Send me photos and a brief paragraph of how you re enjoying the summer. If you haven t signed up for Portal Park, do so ASAP like right now.

2 Message From The Editor Dear Fellow CLC Members, I hope your are enjoying the Summer of 2011 as much as I am. Yes, I know the weather can t seem to make up its mind. First it s too wet and rainy, then it turns East Bay Hot, and then the marine layer is drawn in making us shiver in July. My convertible is supplied with sunscreen, hats, jackets, blankets, a cooler of water and soft drinks, and anything else I or my passengers might need as the weather changes on a whim. Only if all else fails do we deploy the top and windows and heater! I thoroughly enjoyed driving in the Novato Fourth of July Parade this year. I helped by recruiting friends Don Barnes and Ron Kane and getting them in contact with the organizers of the parade. I would be most interested in what you and your family did on the Fourth, especially if it involved the use of your vintage car. Send me photos and a brief paragraph of how you re enjoying the summer. If you haven t signed up for Portal Park, do so ASAP like right now. You may have missed the July 18 th deadline for reserving your BBQ, but there may still be time to register your car and bring your own picnic on Sunday, July 24 th. It s not too early to make your plans and reservations for the All State Meet (a.k.a. The North- South Meet) in Morro Bay. The dates are October 7 9, and the SoCal CLC is arranging the event. If you want to tour down from the Bay Area, let me know so we can make arrangements to meet and drive down together. Charles Thompson NorCal CLC Headliner Page 2 of 12 July 2011

Board of Directors Contact Information President Carolyn Dippel ( 13 ) 650-823-5584 Cadillacrazy@yahoo.com Tour Director Sandy Carrion ( 12) 530-205-9750 cadwomn1@hotmail.

com Membership Coordinator Jeff Nielsen ( 12) 650-740-5204 karkidd121@comcast.net Members at Large Past President Don Barnes ( 13 ) 415-387-8965 Donald_barnes@msn.

3 Board of Directors Contact Information President Carolyn Dippel ( 13 ) Cadillacrazy@yahoo.com Tour Director Sandy Carrion ( 12) cadwomn1@hotmail.com Treasurer Jerry Brick ( 13) jbbrick@yahoo.com Recording Secretary Pat Brick ( 12 ) Newsletter Editor Charles Thompson ( 12) cadillac1949@aol.com Membership Coordinator Jeff Nielsen ( 12) karkidd121@comcast.net Members at Large Past President Don Barnes ( 13 ) Donald_barnes@msn.com Club Historian Joe McDonald ( 12 ) joemarymcdonald@hotmail.com Nick Rassushin ( 12) (925) cadman57@comcast.net Western Regional Vice President Fred Bausch, 806 El Camino San Carlos, CA freds29lasalle@comcast.net Club Website: Webmaster: David Brick norcalclc@gmail.com CLC 2011 Calendar of Events If you have an event or article you would like to submit, please contact the newsletter editor. The deadline for all submissions is the 25th of the month prior to the publication date. (*) Indicates an event of interest, but not an official club event. July 21 Danville Hot Summer Nights* July 23 Wente Winery Car Show* July 24 Don Frolich memorial Portal Park Cupertino August Grand National - Columbus, Ohio August Nostalgia Days - Novato Cruise and Car Show, August 21 Danville Hot Summer Nights* August 21 Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance* August 28 Hillsborough Concours d Elegance* September 9 Bucks Brunch/Tesla Factory Tour, Woodside September 24 Ironstone Concours d Elegance, Murphys, CA October 7-9 North-South Meet, Morro Bay (details inside) October 22 or 23 Marin Lunch Tour November 13 Planning Meeting December 2-3 or 9-10 Cornish Christmas in Grass Valley (CANCELLED) Board of Directors Meetings and Coordinators ^ September 24 Murphys Don Barnes ^ November 13 TBD (Planning Meeting) Sandy Carrion ^ Indicates that the Board Meeting coincides with another event. If you have an event you d like to share with the club for 2011, send it to Charles Thompson. Also whatever you're doing with your vintage car, we are interested. Please send description and photos and get "your mug" in The Headliner! FOR SALE: 1992 Coupe DeVille One of the nicest 1992 white Coupe Devilles around; $4,350 or best offer. Low mileage (w/ 38,000+ miles); Engine: 4.9 L200 HP (150 kw) V8; According to some Cadillac aficionados, this V8 has good power while getting reasonable highway mileage. Transmission 4-speed automatic; Power everything including, cornering lights, digital fuel mileage computer. Cotillion White, Blue leather interior; Cabriolet Roof which covers the rear-half of the roof in padded vinyl Custom Seating Package with power back rest recliners for the front seats (w/ six passenger seating) The Details Good mechanical condition (verified by my mechanic); Recently passed California smog test Body in great condition (no prior accidents); Interior in good shape (only has a small 2" tear in leather on driver-side seat) Original radio (AM/FM cassette) replaced with AM/FM CD player w/ Mp3 connection. More photos and details available upon request. Contact Dino Bonos deansmac11@me.com or cell: NorCal CLC Headliner Page 3 of 12 July 2011

DON'T DELAY! What are you waiting For? GET YOUR APPLICATION IN NOW! Due Date Extended to - Friday, July 29 th To apply, go to website http://www.

To contact someone to get a paper copy or to ask questions, contact the Hillsborough Concours d Elegance Foundation 1600 Floribunda Ave; Hillsborough, CA 94010;

Your opportunity to participate has been enhanced notice the extension in the due date for online application.

often called the best finishing hole in golf the famed eighteenth fairway at Pebble Beach.

The occasion is the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance.

4 DON'T DELAY! What are you waiting For? GET YOUR APPLICATION IN NOW! Due Date Extended to - Friday, July 29 th To apply, go to website and click on Exhibit. Read and follow the instructions. To contact someone to get a paper copy or to ask questions, contact the Hillsborough Concours d Elegance Foundation 1600 Floribunda Ave; Hillsborough, CA 94010; (650) If you have difficulty, contact Charles Thompson at 415/ Your opportunity to participate has been enhanced notice the extension in the due date for online application. Sunday, August 21 st Once each year, on the third Sunday in August, about 200 of the most prized collector cars and motorcycles in the world roll onto what is often called the best finishing hole in golf the famed eighteenth fairway at Pebble Beach. Tire meets turf and transformation occurs: the stage is set for one of the most competitive events in the automotive world. The occasion is the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance. Originally a small social event paired with a road race through the pine and cypress forests of Pebble Beach, the Pebble Beach Concours has grown into the top-ranking collector car show in the world. People from all over the globe come to compete in or simply enjoy the event here at Pebble Beach. General Admission tickets to the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'elegance are $175 in advance and $200 on Concours Sunday, August 21. Club d'elegance tickets to the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'elegance are $ NorCal CLC Headliner Page 4 of 12 July 2011

Wineries & Wine Tasting Hearst Castle 48 th Annual All-State Meet (a.k.a. The North-South Meet) October 7-9, 2011 The Southern California CLC is arranging this event and has selected the Inn At Morro Bay as our headquarters.

This spectacular part of the California coast has an amazing array of things to do and see. Attractions include.

Close to San Luis Obispo, the Inn at Morro Bay offers a unique setting unrivaled by other San Luis Obispo hotels.

5 Wineries & Wine Tasting Hearst Castle 48 th Annual All-State Meet (a.k.a. The North-South Meet) October 7-9, 2011 The Southern California CLC is arranging this event and has selected the Inn At Morro Bay as our headquarters. The application is on the next page. Please print, fill out and send along with your check as soon as you can. This spectacular part of the California coast has an amazing array of things to do and see. Attractions include. Pismo Monarch Butterfly Grove Golf Courses Nestled in the dramatic Pacific coastline, thriving under the watchful eye of ancient Morro Rock, you'll find the quaint town of Morro Bay, California. Close to San Luis Obispo, the Inn at Morro Bay offers a unique setting unrivaled by other San Luis Obispo hotels. You will enjoy a beautiful drive, whether you take Highway 101 or experience the breathtaking views of the Central Coast of California that scenic Highway 1 offers. San Luis Obispo Airport is within thirty minutes drive of the Inn at Morro Bay. If you would like to tour down as a group on Friday, October 7 th, please contact Charles Thompson at 415/ We would most likely meet somewhere near San Jose and drive down together. We ll find a place along the way to enjoy lunch together and then travel on to the hotel in time to relax and meet once again for cocktails and dinner. Note that the per-night rate quoted in the application is $129, and the rate shown for a single queen room on the Inn s website is $119. However, I know of two members who have gotten a $79 rate. Please make your plans and call the hotel for the best rates you can get. Ask about AAA discounts. NorCal CLC Headliner Page 5 of 12 July 2011

6 NorCal CLC Headliner Page 6 of 12 July 2011

New Use for Favorite Old Car You won t find anything like this at your local Home Depot or

Just install your favorite propane gas grill into the engine bay, and remodel the interior of

Set up an umbrella and find yourself a colorful set of melamine dishes to go with it all.

! Ever have an extra car you really like but don t have garage space for, or one that doesn t

7 New Use for Favorite Old Car You won t find anything like this at your local Home Depot or hardware store. Just install your favorite propane gas grill into the engine bay, and remodel the interior of the car to look like the diner you used to visit when you were a teenager. Set up an umbrella and find yourself a colorful set of melamine dishes to go with it all. Maybe you could enhance these ideas with your own ingenuity. How about a Wurlitzer in the trunk?! Ever have an extra car you really like but don t have garage space for, or one that doesn t run but looks darn good? Well, this may be an idea for you. Dennis Coy submitted these photos of a 1956 Ford Sunliner transformed into a patio grill and 50 s diner car booth. NorCal CLC Headliner Page 7 of 12 July 2011

A Sonoma County Field Find While touring through the back roads of Sonoma County this week, I spotted this poor

skirt was nowhere to be seen). But the interior was a travesty.

steel. The seats appeared to have gone back to nature. The sign on the windshield says $5,000 or make offer/trade.

It makes one wonder what sort of trade would be considered.

I m one of those guys who marvels at the before photos set up in front of a gleaming, near perfect restored car of

8 A Sonoma County Field Find While touring through the back roads of Sonoma County this week, I spotted this poor old 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan. I made a U-turn and went back to see what was this all about. To me, the car was a disaster. While the exterior was scuffed, I saw no dents and it appeared very few parts were missing (the right side fender skirt was nowhere to be seen). But the interior was a travesty. The steering wheel only had one small piece of the original ivory plastic the rest was just a rusted circle of steel. The seats appeared to have gone back to nature. The sign on the windshield says $5,000 or make offer/trade. There was also a Studebaker dump truck for $1,000 and a very old rusty tractor for $600. It makes one wonder what sort of trade would be considered. Perhaps a rusty old vintage grape crusher or a broken down hay bailing machine? I m one of those guys who marvels at the before photos set up in front of a gleaming, near perfect restored car of one kind or another. So I know such basket cases can be brought back to life by a mechanic and a restoration artist with Doctor Frankenstein-like talents. If you are interested, the phone number provided was If you get the thing running and bring it to a NorCal CLC event, I will personally buy you a tank of brand new gasoline! NorCal CLC Headliner Page 8 of 12 July 2011

As has become the custom, the Novato Fourth of July Parade was smashing.

thoroughly enjoyed the floats, music and marching units of all sorts.

At left and below is Henry Hopkins driving Councilwoman Denise Athas his 1956

At right below, is Don Barnes in his 1947 Chrysler Town N Country driving the

At the bottom, we see Wiley Fox being driven in a vintage Ford, and Ron Kane

9 As has become the custom, the Novato Fourth of July Parade was smashing. While I missed seeing the vintage military vehicles usually in the parade, I thoroughly enjoyed the floats, music and marching units of all sorts. Driving some of the dignitaries are some old car types, some from our club. At left and below is Henry Hopkins driving Councilwoman Denise Athas his 1956 Chrysler 300B, a one-of-a-kind special car. At right below, is Don Barnes in his 1947 Chrysler Town N Country driving the Mayor, Madeline Kellner, who is speaking with Senator Mark Leno. At the bottom, we see Wiley Fox being driven in a vintage Ford, and Ron Kane preparing to drive City Council Candidate Eric Lucan in Ron s 1967 Barracuda convertible. NorCal CLC Headliner Page 9 of 12 July 2011

More photos from the Novato Parade include

Continuing clockwise is Charles Thompson s

dressed in a large Bassett hound costume

10 More photos from the Novato Parade include the 1976 Eldorado at left carrying Councilwoman Pat Eklund. Below clockwise is a motorized toilet a new way to commute that is fabulously convenient if you get caught in traffic. Continuing clockwise is Charles Thompson s 1949 Cadillac chauffeuring the Green Business of the Year Inn Marin. Another Eldorado was carrying a hardy soul dressed in a large Bassett hound costume followed by many of the dogs dressed up in patriotic garb. NorCal CLC Headliner Page 10 of 12 July 2011

11 THE 2011 DON FROLICH MEMORIAL NATIONAL MEET AT PORTAL PARK IN CUPERTINO Hosted by the NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGION, CADILLAC-LA SALLE CLUB, INC. SUNDAY JULY 24th, 2011 NOW IS THE TIME TO SEND IN YOUR RESERVATION FORM AND CHECK FOR THIS YEARS NORTHERN CALIFORNIA- CLC NATIONAL MEET! This is always the most popular event of the NORCAL CLC touring season. There is an entry blank/reservation form elsewhere in this newsletter. You will find driving directions below. PLEASE MAIL YOUR RESERVATION FORM AND CHECK TO FRED BAUSCH BEFORE JULY 18th. Earlier would be most helpful. After that deadline, you are still welcome to attend, but bring your own food and drink and plan to park in the parking lot. BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS-EVERYTHING ELSE WILL BE FURNISHED; CHOICE OF CHICKEN, ITALIAN SAUSAGE, OR BBQ D TRI-TIPS OF BEEF, CHILI, CHOICE OF GREEN OR POTATO SALAD, GARLIC BREAD, WATERMELON, AND HOT DOGS FOR THE KIDS SEE THE REGISTRATION FORM TO REGISTER YOUR CAR AND ORDER THE BBQ LUNCH PLAN TO ARRIVE AT PORTAL PARK BETWEEN 10:00 AND 11:30am. THE BARBQUE LUNCH IS SERVED PROMPTLY AT NOON! PLEASE NOTE - - (ESPECIALLY NEW MEMBERS) you don t need to come in a Cadillac, LaSalle, or other vintage vehicle in order to participate in this event, nor need your automobile be in top show condition to join us. This is a very low key, social, fun event. There s a great play area for small children, and there is lots of grass and shade in this safe RESIDENTIAL PARK AREA. DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS? Please call FRED (650) PLEASE SEND YOUR RESERVATION AND CHECK TO FRED BEFORE JULY 18th. THANK YOU! SEATING FOR EATING Since we are experiencing a larger group at this event every year, and seating in the designated BBQ area is minimal, I would like to encourage anyone who has a folding picnic table and benches, to bring them along. There are lots of places under the trees where you can set up for your BBQ lunch in shady comfort. DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO PORTAL PARK IN CUPERTINO From anywhere in the Bay Area Drive to 280 (between 85 and 880) in Cupertino. Turn west on WOLFE ROAD (toward the hills). Go past the Cupertino Square Shopping Center, to STEVENS CREEK BLVD. Turn right on Stevens Creek and go 1 long block (pass 1 stop light) to PORTAL AVE. Turn right on Portal Ave, go past the round-a-bout and you will soon see PORTAL PARK on the left. There are barriers at the first parking lot entrance, so go to the 2 nd entrance where you will see the CLC BBQ sign. Turn left into the lot, left again, and follow the signs and arrows back thru the parking lot and they will guide you into the park and BBQ area. (Turn right up a slight incline next to the debris bins) It s a piece of cake from there WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL THERE! Fred Bausch NorCal CLC Headliner Page 11 of 12 July 2011

12 THE 2011 DON FROLICH MEMORIAL NATIONAL MEET AT PORTAL PARK IN CUPERTINO, SUNDAY JULY 24TH, 2011 HOSTED BY THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGION INC., OF THE CADILLAC & LASALLE CLUB, INC. PLEASE FILL OUT THIS ENTIRE FORM AND SEND IT WITH YOUR CHECK MADE OUT TO NORCAL CLC TO---- FRED BAUSCH, 806 EL CAMINO REAL, SAN CARLOS CHECKS AND REGISTRATION MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE JULY 18th. CLASSES (Cad and LaSalle only).please indicate yours on the entry form below (A) CAD (F) CAD (L) CAD (Q) 1981 TO CURRENT CAD (B) CAD (G) CAD** (M) CAD (R) V12 & V16, ALL YEARS (C) CAD (H) CAD** (N) CAD (S) LA SALLE (D) 1941 CAD (J) CAD** (O) ELDO (T) LA SALLE (E) CAD (K) CAD* (P) ELDO **EXCEPT ELDORADO PLEASE LIST YOUR ENTRY(s) ( MAKE means Cadillac, LaSalle, or other Marque) MAKE YEAR CLASS SERIES BODY STYLE OTHER MARQUES YEAR MODEL BODY STYLE THE FOLLOWING RELEASE MUST BE SIGNED! Whereas the undersigned, desiring to enter and participate in the 2011 NorCal Region, C&LC Inc. National meet does hereby tender his/her application to participate. Now therefore, in consideration of acceptance by the Club of the undersigned s application to participate in said event, the undersigned does hereby: RELEASE THE CITY OF CUPERTINO, ITS OFFICERS AND AGENTS, THE CADILLAC AND LA SALLE CLUB, INC. AND ITS OFFICERS AND AGENTS, AND THE NORTHERN CALIFORNIA REGION OF THE C&LC AND ITS OFFICERS AND AGENTS, FROM ANY LIABILITY ARISING FROM SAID EVENT; AND 2, RELEASE ALL OTHER MEMBERS, PARTICIPANTS, AND OFFICIALS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING FROM SAID EVENT. THIS APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED IN ACCEPTANCE OF THE ABOVE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SIGNATURE(S) OR OWNER/MEMBER DATE EXHIBITOR DATE BAR B QUE AND REGISTRATION RESERVATION ADULTS---CHICKEN x # ITALIAN SAUSAGE x EA= BARBEQUED TRI TIPS 12 OZ x $18.00 EA= CHILDREN (under 10 years) HOT DOG & trimmings EA= REGISTRATION FEE, including any number of cars will entitle the registrant to one dash plaque per vehicle. THIS REGISTRATION FEE MUST BE PAID BY EVERY REGISTRANT!!! $10.00 MAKE YOUR CHECK OUT TO NORCAL C&LC FOR THE AMOUNT SHOWN- PLEASE PRINT YOUR NAME CITY - total- $ Phone ( ) PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CLUB AFFILIATION CAD/LaSalle, BUICK, CCCA, CHVA, FREEWHLRS, FRANKLIN, HUDSON, IMPERIAL, LINCOLN & CONT, OLDSMOBILE, PACKARD, PIERCE ARROW, STRANGERS, STUDEBAKER, ZEPHYR, NorCal CLC Headliner Page 12 of 12 July 2011

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Vtw VÄâu The Headliner Vtw ÄÄtv@_tftÄÄx VÄâu 700 Albatross Drive Novato, CA 94945 www.clcnorcal.com Northern California Region Newsletter June 2011 FIRST CLASS MAIL Coming Events & Headlines Portal Park Picnic