www.michigantbirds.org March, 2017 Volume 37 Issue 3 UPCOMING EVENT Saturday March 18, 2017@ 1:00 The Meuer Collection 24000 Research Dr. Farmington Hills, MI Then onto Moe s on 10 39455 W. Ten Mile Rd Novi, MI Details on pg2 Our February venture started with 30 members enjoying a tasty lunch at the Box bar in Plymouth. Then on to Antique Restoration in Plymouth with a tour of restorations in progress and a tech talk session with Dan Boehn, Antique restorations owner. A big thanks to George for arranging this event. On Saturday March 18, from 1:00 to 3:00 we will be visiting the Meuer Collection, 24000 Research Dr., in Farmington Hills. A $5.00 donation will be collected at the door. This is a very nice collection of beautifully restored cars as well as many antiques. Then we will journey to Moe s on 10, 39455 W. 10 Mile Rd., Novi for an early dinner. Please contact JoAnn Rodriguez, by calling, texting 248-719-0160 or e-mail joannbill801@comcast.net by Thursday March 16 th so the restaurant is prepared for hungry T-bird lovers. Even though spring has not sprung and summer car shows haven t started it is not too early to begin planning for All T-bird Day on Sunday September 17 th. Now is the time to begin soliciting for items for our Goodie bags. Please volunteer to help solicit from vendors or companies by contacting JoAnn Rodriquez. We are striving to make this ATD the best ever. Hope to see you in March. JoAnn Rodriguez President It s that time of year, no not tax time but for scammers to prey on folks. Please beware of one scam that is going on, they will call and ask if you can hear them, when you answer they record your voice and use it to their advantage. Also, don t give any personal information out either on the phone or in email. If something seems off, (like a request for money) please question it, even if appears to be from someone you know. It s always better to be safe than sorry
WWTC Board Members P.O. Box 2597 Taylor, MI 48197 JoAnn Rodriguez, President 1517 Farmington Rd. Garden City, MI 48135 248-719-0160 Joannbill801@comcast.net The Meuer Automobilia Collection located at 24000 Research Dr., Farmington Hills is something to see. What started as a father & son hobby in 1957 has become one of the largest private antique and classic car collections in Michigan. George Roscoe, Vice President 19257 Hannan Rd. New Boston, MI 48164 egroscoe@charter.net Nancy Seyfarth, Secretary 4717 Maddie Lane Dearborn, MI 48126 Ed Sikora, Treasurer 9854 Laurence Allen Park, MI 48101 Nams57@att.net Jim & Marie Brucker, Membership 191 Liddy Dr. Brighton, MI 48114 810-227-5379 m.brucker@comcast.net Above are just a few cars in the Ed Meurer s collection. Dave Lau, Tech Advisor 6870 N. Territorial Rd. Plymouth, MI 48170 toomanycars@charter.net Advisor: Larry Seyfarth 313-436-8327 Bob Smillie 248-910-8031 Our April event will be held at Bathe City Bistro (feather bowling) in Mt. Clemens on the 22 nd. So get ready for some fun and laughter as we try to knock down or get close to those feathers. Further details will be in the April newsletter.
CLASSIFIED AD Ad Rates WWTC Members 3 months free Non-members 2 months $5.00 66 front grille complete $75.00, 64-66 fuel tank (used) $25.00, 64-66 power seat track (RH) Less switch $75.00, 64-66 sun visors pair model 76 $30.00, 66 front headlight bezels (pair) $30.00 64-66 (LH) QTR window reg. & motor $35.00. Please call Peter Morris (734) 482-7414 Please call Peter Morris (734) 482-7414 For Sale: Teal Blue 1963 Bullet Bird Hardtop, body in mint condition, 390 engine, wire wheels, A/C, radio Clear coat paint, asking $26,000/OBO. Please contact Jack & Mickey Mapletoft @810-990-8334 please ask for Mickey. Rewind.March 10, 2005!! (article provided by Marie Brucker) Daddy took her T-bird Away (article provided by Marie Brucker) Ford Motor Co. announced March 10 th 2005 that production of the current Thunderbird will end with the 2005 model year in mid-summer, but is likely to be brought back in some future year. Ford expects that many would be customers will instead buy Mustang convertibles which are to go on sale this spring. The future of the 48-year old Wixom plant is precarious and is a prime candidate for closure. Those of us who own T-birds now own orphans. It is expected that our stewardship of this American icon will increase its value and reputation in the coming years. DRIVE THEM OFTEN AND KEEP THE NAME ALIVE! Members a special note regarding Bob Smillie: Bob has faced many setbacks this past year and is now in a Rehabilitation facility. Please consider calling, visiting him or sending A card. Hopefully it will brighten up his day and let him know that he is in the WWTC member s thoughts and prayers. Below is his address and phone number. Bob Smillie s @ 810-910-8031 (Please call before visiting) Novi Lakes Health Campus 41795 12 Mile Rd Novi, MI 48377
February 2017 Event Antique Restoration Specialist On February 18th our members met at the Box Bar for a great lunch and friendly conversation. We then headed over to Antique Restorations for a look at many different vehicles and old bikes. Some were totally restored others were in different stages of being done. Photo s provided by Ted Montecillo & JoAnn Rodriguez
Save the Date 2017 January 21 st Michigan Firehouse Museum, lunch to follow at the Side Track Bar, Ypsilanti February 11 th Antique Restorations Specialist for tech talk session lunch at the Box Bar, Plymouth March 18th Ed Meurer Collection followed by lunch at Moe s on 10 April 22nd Bath City Bristo, Mt. Clemens Feather Bowling May 20th Milan Industries and Dundee Tour June (date TBD) Fort Wayne July 16 th WWTC Annual Picnic Edward Hines Park August 5 th Milan Backstreet Cruisers Car Show August 13 th Pre-dream Cruise September 17 th All T-bird Day October (date TBD) Edward Hines Fall Color tour Dinner to follow at Courthouse Grill, Plymouth November 11 th Planning Session for 2018 events and chili pot luck December 3 rd WWTC Annual Christmas Party Water Wonderland Thunderbird Club P. O. Box 2597 Taylor, MI 48180 Newsletter Editor: Denise Sikora