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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Make sure he gets his application in to MCACN. </div></div>

I just spoke to him and though he is planning on attending with the car, he is dealing with some family health issues and informed me that Stefano was taking care of the registration. Good news, at least about another Yenko in attendance!

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Hey Rick, looks like we will be bringing Wally's 69 SS 427 vert down to MCACN for the Going Topless display! Look forward to meeting you.

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Awesome. That will likely bring back some memories.......wish I had never sold mine as it was one of the best cruisers I ever had.

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For those who have called about semi-finished projects as a display car, or are thinking about it. YES we would love to have you..BKH

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: markus37</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Certainly did not intend to cause consternation ! The car is a Stinger, still actively raced in Vintage ( fast lap in group @ MidOhio, Watkins Glen, Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix @ Beaverrun , etc. ) Fast time by vintage sports car at Hershey Hillclimb in 2004. Pennsylvania title dated 1/2/67 . Restored by me in 1995, safety equipment updated, legal 1966 engine built by Warren Dernoshek, chassis race prepped by me. For those interested, I hope to have my next book available at the show, which will include detailed history of the Yenko ZL 1 program, among other things. </div></div>

Mark has agreed to join us! This is yet another great story that will be shared at MCACN.

BTW; Mark still actively races his Stinger!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

Stingers are Cool!

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We have a few Stingers coming at this point including the last built 1969 Yenko Corvair, and a newly restored Vega Stinger that will be a first time shown!..BKH

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are there going to be any 69 yenko camaro survivors at this show? that would be cool to see.
I have only seen only one in texas years ago (green).

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Don Stower's previously owned Hugger Orange Camaro is supposed to be there.

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There will be lots of variety and some truly unexpected treasures. I am happy to announce that the owner of a incredibly unique Yenko modified Pontiac with extensive Yenko documentation and history will be joining us! Yes...I did say Pontiac...

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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I know its August and you are thinking, I have plenty of time to register for the show....well...Typically Bob does the floorplan in September and he will allot a certain amount of space for the Yenko Mean Ones display, dont miss your chance to be a part of this historic display by waiting too long to commit! We get thousands of emails per week, so if you want to be sure there is a spot for you on the showfloor, and <span style="font-weight: bold">IN the Yenko</span> display be sure to send a formal <span style="font-weight: bold">registration form</span> in. (Bob does not refer to emails or phone calls when making the floorplan, we use registration forms only)

You can print one and mail it in from this link: http://www.mcacn.com/2012Application.pdf or you can complete your application online at https://www.jotform.com/form/91852225146 Email me if you plan to be in the Yenko Mean Ones Display, and I will assist you in getting registered. musclecarandcorvettenationals@gmail.com Thanks!

PS, <span style="font-weight: bold">THANK YOU</span> to the many who have already registered [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif[/img]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: markus37</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Certainly did not intend to cause consternation ! The car is a Stinger, still actively raced in Vintage ( fast lap in group @ MidOhio, Watkins Glen, Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix @ Beaverrun , etc. ) Fast time by vintage sports car at Hershey Hillclimb in 2004. Pennsylvania title dated 1/2/67 . Restored by me in 1995, safety equipment updated, legal 1966 engine built by Warren Dernoshek, chassis race prepped by me. For those interested, I hope to have my next book available at the show, which will include detailed history of the Yenko ZL 1 program, among other things. </div></div>

Mark,

I can't wait to see your car at MCACN! Too Cool! Oh yeah, and welcome to the site. Ed

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What is the Yenko count so far?
Joe

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I haven't been here in a few years, but thought I'd stop in again. I thought of this site when I was downstairs digging out old Yenko collectibles. I've located many older release 1:64 &amp; 1:18 die cast, plus some Yenko memorabilia purchased at that auction at the very 1st Yenko Reunion (1998) in Henderson, TN at the Holiday Inn. What a neat weekend that was. Anyway we have participated in MCACN for the last 4 years now in the swap meet/collectible area, and what a show it is. Always love love love it. Wish I still had the real one though...

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Justbad Joe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What is the Yenko count so far?
Joe </div></div>

Approaching 40 cars that have <span style="font-style: italic">officially</span> registered, with at least 10 more who have told us they will be joining us. Going to be an absolutely incredible gathering!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JimSC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I haven't been here in a few years, but thought I'd stop in again. I thought of this site when I was downstairs digging out old Yenko collectibles. I've located many older release 1:64 &amp; 1:18 die cast, plus some Yenko memorabilia purchased at that auction at the very 1st Yenko Reunion (1998) in Henderson, TN at the Holiday Inn. What a neat weekend that was. Anyway we have participated in MCACN for the last 4 years now in the swap meet/collectible area, and what a show it is. Always love love love it. Wish I still had the real one though... </div></div>

Great to have you back on the site, Jim and thanks for your continued support of the MCACN show.

Jim has signed up again to vend with us in his usual spot in our swap area, against the far wall up front. Be sure to stop by his display and check out all the great stuff he has. For anyone who doesn't know already, Supercar Collectibles deals in very select limited edition die cast replica's, many that are exclusive. In other words...he has the &quot;good stuff!&quot; [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img]

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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&quot;Meet the Mean Ones in Chicago&quot; update;

As of today, we have 45 real-deal documented authentic Yenko Super Cars, Yenko race cars and Yenko sold vehicles <span style="font-style: italic">officially</span> registered, along with TWO cool memorabilia collections and of course, the lovely Dr. Lynn Zoiouppulos.

Close your eyes for a moment and picture that! Whew....

If you own a Yenko vehicle, whether restored, original, in progress or even rough, (as long as it is the real thing), please sign up <span style="font-style: italic">today</span> to be a part of history in the making that may never happen again.

THANKS;

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JimSC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I haven't been here in a few years, but thought I'd stop in again. I thought of this site when I was downstairs digging out old Yenko collectibles. I've located many older release 1:64 &amp; 1:18 die cast, plus some Yenko memorabilia purchased at that auction at the very 1st Yenko Reunion (1998) in Henderson, TN at the Holiday Inn. What a neat weekend that was. Anyway we have participated in MCACN for the last 4 years now in the swap meet/collectible area, and what a show it is. Always love love love it. Wish I still had the real one though... </div></div>

Great to have you back on the site, Jim and thanks for your continued support of the MCACN show.

Jim has signed up again to vend with us in his usual spot in our swap area, against the far wall up front. Be sure to stop by his display and check out all the great stuff he has. For anyone who doesn't know already, Supercar Collectibles deals in very select limited edition die cast replica's, many that are exclusive. In other words...he has the &quot;good stuff!&quot; [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img]

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member </div></div>

Thanks Bob. We really do try to have the good stuff. I've dug out some of my own personal items to bring to this show, in addition to 1:64, 1:43, 1:20, and 1:18 diecast, I'll have a couple porcelain Yenko Camaro's (9&quot; and 12&quot;) plus Don Yenko's off white dinner jacket he was married in, his Army-Air Force green uniform jacket with a couple of patches, and a shirt-jacket type item that was signed by many of his friends at a college graduation / frat party / reunion type event. Really a unique piece, with sayings, notes, signatures, many drawings on it, even Hope signed it. Like Bob said, back in the corner of the swap meet, right next to where some people exit the swap meet to get to the hotels. Stop by and check us out.

Now a short story... When I read there is to be 7 of the 8 Pontiac Trans Am convertibles ('69's) it brought back some memories, as that's what this is all about - right? In 1980-81? area I was at the Car Craft Street Machine Nationals walking the showfield. I come upon a '69 TA, stop, pull out my camera, focus, and when looking through the lens to get the best photo I can, I notice a matching convertible - in the background. Wow, never seen one before! So I stopped, didn't take the photo, walked around both cars, stopped again, took a photo of the convertible - with the coupe in the background... Something obviously I'll never forget. I can't wait to maybe see the exact same car again... and looking very much forward to it.

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I am finalizing the MCACN 2012 floorplan, and we are now up to an incredible 55 Yenko automobiles that have signed up to be a part of this history making gathering. I will publish a list of the cars, but let me tell you...we have ALL the bases covered!

Also of note; we have again surpassed the 500 car mark, with over 75% coming in to the Chicago area for the very first time.

We have a few more swap meet area spots, ($100 each) and about 8 car corral spots ($100 each) remaining before we are officially sold out across the board.

Whew! Our goal to once again &quot;raise the bar&quot; is absolutely guaranteed, no matter what brand you lean toward, and the overall balance between makes and models is the best ever.

THANKS to everyone who continue to allow us to make our dreams reality!

[img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif[/img]

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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You are killing me, Bob. It's the opening weekend for the new Formula One track here in Austin that weekend and I probably won't be in Chicago for the great MCACN event. My house will be full with race fans from all over. Stop promoting this event, every time I get an email, my heart sinks. I just found out that the '69 HO convertible will be there. How can I be in two places at once.......... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif[/img]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: TimG</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You are killing me, Bob. It's the opening weekend for the new Formula One track here in Austin that weekend and I probably won't be in Chicago for the great MCACN event. My house will be full with race fans from all over. Stop promoting this event, every time I get an email, my heart sinks. I just found out that the '69 HO convertible will be there. How can I be in two places at once.......... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif[/img] </div></div>

Just a quick flight to O'Hare...and you'll be back with the guys before they know it! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img]

Oh and by the way...56...57...58 Yenkos! And did I mention to 40 that are confirmed for our Aero Warriors display?

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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Last year I helped out with the ZL/1 display that was amazing, not to mention a LOT of work to get the cars setting and looking right. And that was sixteen cars. With this years response to the &quot;Meet the Mean Ones&quot; gathering the job will be enormous. Not only the cars, but do not forget the amazing display of Yenko memorabilia. I want to thank everyone that has committed their cars, memorabilia and their time. Look for the current roster to be posted soon. If you want to be part of the show, you still have time, and we would love to have you...BKH

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">[quote=TimG]
Just a quick flight to O'Hare...and you'll be back with the guys before they know it! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img] </div></div>

In the interest of convenience, what's the closest airport? I believe I arrived in Midway and left from O'Hare last time. The convention center was a quick train ride, unlike O'Hare.

Or do I have them mixed up?

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 442w30</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">[quote=TimG]
Just a quick flight to O'Hare...and you'll be back with the guys before they know it! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img] </div></div>

In the interest of convenience, what's the closest airport? I believe I arrived in Midway and left from O'Hare last time. The convention center was a quick train ride, unlike O'Hare.

Or do I have them mixed up? </div></div>

O'Hare's next door.

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I brought a piece of Yenko memorabilia here to work today to take some photo's. This is one of the pieces I purchased at the 1st Yenko Reunion in Hendersonville, TN back in 1998(?). It was in the auction of some of Don Yenko's personal items.

http://www.diecast-pub.com/forums2/u...533_358355.jpg

Now a close up of some of the front.

http://www.diecast-pub.com/forums2/u...533_185514.jpg

http://www.diecast-pub.com/forums2/u...533_304191.jpg

Now the back of it.

http://www.diecast-pub.com/forums2/u...533_375258.jpg

I'll have it in our swap spaces at MCACN if anyone wants to see it.

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 442w30</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bashton</div><div class="ubbcode-body">[quote=TimG]
Just a quick flight to O'Hare...and you'll be back with the guys before they know it! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img] </div></div>

In the interest of convenience, what's the closest airport? I believe I arrived in Midway and left from O'Hare last time. The convention center was a quick train ride, unlike O'Hare.

Or do I have them mixed up? </div></div>

I took a cab from Ohare to the Hotel-convention center last year and timed it right at 4 minutes. If you miss the light it is 5 minutes. Or the hotel has free shuttles running to and from Ohare.

Any more Yenko's out there that want to join in ?

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Any luck contacting the fellow with the barn fresh red 69 Yenko Chevelle that was posted on here a few months back?

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Im working on convincing the owner of a 69 Yenko Camaro to bring his car. Its a LB X66 that has been tucked away since '82. It has been under restoration for about 10 years and still not done, but almost there

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You can take the &quot;L&quot;, it runs from the airport to the Hotel. Is there a &quot;class of '72 reunion&quot;?

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 66 L78 ragtop</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Im working on convincing the owner of a 69 Yenko Camaro to bring his car. Its a LB X66 that has been tucked away since '82. It has been under restoration for about 10 years and still not done, but almost there </div></div>

Orlando, is this MM's car? It would be very nice to see this car there especially if it is the one I am thinking of. It will have one of the best paint jobs anywhere on it.

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: TimG</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You can take the &quot;L&quot;, it runs from the airport to the Hotel. Is there a &quot;class of '72 reunion&quot;? </div></div>

Indeed, it is O'hare that is right by us.

YES; we have an outstanding group of nearly 20 cars in our &quot;Class of 1972&quot; display, including some great convertibles and even an Alabama State Patrol Javelin!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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Okay, thanks for the clarification. I would have hated to have bought a tix to Midway.

Now I gotta hope that I can get off work! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif[/img]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 442w30</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Okay, thanks for the clarification. I would have hated to have bought a tix to Midway.

Now I gotta hope that I can get off work! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif[/img] </div></div>

What do you mean...once you get to MCACN, you'll BE &quot;at work&quot; [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img]

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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This is the current roster for cars and memorabilia collections.
Dennis Albaugh 69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Chevelle
70 Yenko Deuce
72 Stinger Vega
81 Yenko Turbo Z
JR Amantea 63 Sebring/Yenko Corvette
66 Best Photo/Yenko Corvette
Joe Anglin 69 Yenko Chevelle
Stefano Bimbi 70 Yenko Deuce
David Boland 67 Harrell/Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Nova 396
Ed Cunneen 66 Yenko Stinger Corvair
Dru Diesner 69 Yenko Camaro
Bob Dunahugh 69 Yenko Stinger Goodyear Tire test car
Bruce Ellenberger 69 Yenko Camaro
Mark Gillespie 66 Canadian Yenko Stinger Corvair
66 Yenko Stinger Corvair
Rich Gregory 69 Yenko Camaro
Mark Hassett 69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Chevelle
70 Yenko Deuce
Dan Hornback 70 Deuce
Dana Hurt 68 Yenko Camaro
Ken Hussey 68 Yenko wide body Corvette
Reggie Jackson 69 Yenko Chevelle
Jamie jarvis 70 Yenko Deuce
Bob Joyce 66 Yenko Stinger Corvair
Irwin Kroiz 68 Sunray DX/Yenko Corvette
Tom Kusmiesz 70 Yenko Deuce
Warren Le Veque 60 Bill Thomas/Yenko Stinger Corvair prototype
Charley Lillard 69 Yenko Camaro
Edman Lis 75 Yenko Trans Am
David Lowe 69 Yenko Camaro
Tony Lucas 67 Yenko Camaro #601
69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Chevelle
69 Jack Douglass Yenko Camaro
70 Yenko Deuce
Mike/Sue Miller 70 Yenko Deuce
Ed Montini 68 Yenko Camaro 396
Wade/Aster Ogle 69 Yenko Camaro
Greg Ornazian 66 Yenko Stinger Corvair
Jim Parks 69 Yenko Camaro
Jim Pearse 69 Yenko Camaro
Wayne Schmeeckle 67 Yenko Camaro
68 Yenko Z/28 Camaro
69 Yenko Camaro
69 Yenko Corvette 427/435
69 Yenko Nova 396
69 Yenko Chevelle
Chris/Joanne Short 69 Yenko Chevelle
Mike Slaughter 67 Harrell/Yenko Camaro
Mark Stitzer 69 Yenko Camaro
70 Yenko Deuce
Team MCD Sunray DX / Yenko Corvette #2
Dennis/Colleen Williams 70 Yenko Deuce


Memorabilia Collections:
The Joe Barr Collection
Super Car Workshop Collection
Wayne Schmeeckle Collection
Steve Frys Collection


WOW what a line up, and there are still a few trying to make arrangements. By far the largest collection of Yenko cars and memorabilia ever in one spot since Canonsburg. I want to thank each and everyone for their support and dedication to this very important celebration of the life and achievements of Don Yenko....BKH

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One word....awesome!

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What a turnout of Yenko cars. A must see show!! This one is going to set the bar even higher than the ZL1's at last years show.

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Can't wait, nice job Brian and Joe [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

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Just for a minute, close your eyes and imagine this display; the colors, the sizes, the variety, the memorabilia and most important...the people and the many memories that will surface and be made.

And then...imagine the symphony that will take place when the show closes and these babies start to fire up to exit the building!

To put things in perspective, this display will be close to twice the size of the ZL1/COPO display from last year and will have 20+ more cars than we had in our big Cars of Hurst display the in 2010. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img]

The MCACN team would like to sincerely thank all of you who are participating in this historical display, November 17-18, 2012.

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

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And thanks to Joe and Brian at Super Car Workshop for coming to us with the idea for the display in the first place.

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Mind Blowing, can`t wait [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

Dan

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">And thanks to Joe and Brian at Super Car Workshop for coming to us with the idea for the display in the first place. </div></div>

I can just picture these two working in the shop when the idea surfaced. The rest of the day was likely not very productive as the gears started turning.....