Only at the SCR
 

If for no other reason then this, do not miss SCR15, as today I received word today that not only will Ken Barnhart once again have his ZL_-1 Camaro at the SCR, but he is planning on making a pass or two.

Ken is one of the most liked, and respected persons in our hobby, plus races one of the most historic supercars of all time, the 1969 ZL-1 Camaro he bought brand new from Fred Gibb himself.



http://www.camaroclubkc.com/images/2...n/sc%20035.jpg

Re: Only at the SCR
 

Any chance we could get Ken up in the tower for an 'interview' some time Saturday?

This guy has stories that go on forever. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

That would be very cool... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

Wish I could make it, even just to see Ken and his car run a few passes!
They really are somethin' else!!!


[img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img]
~ Pete


https://www.yenko.net/attachments/443...nt%20%2302.jpg

Re: Only at the SCR
 

It simply does not get any better!

Bashton
MCACN Managing Member

Re: Only at the SCR
 

Really making me wish I was there again!!!!

Re: Only at the SCR
 

None are cooler! Ken <span style="font-weight: bold">IS</span> worth the trip alone!
Maybe we will see his floor panels again! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img]
Anyonw got a picture of that???
Peter [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

I wished I did. Great car to watch!!

Re: Only at the SCR
 

For those that don't know about Ken. I think he is 71 ? Years old and pulls the wheels off the ground with his 4 speed ZL1 that he bought new and runs in the 10's

Re: Only at the SCR
 

I'm trying my best to get to SCR 15 as I have had the honor to attend and show my L89 at a couple of SCR's and meet some of you crazies!!!!. <span style="font-weight: bold">These are one of the best events that one could see.</span> A lot of nice and rare muscle that many people will never have the chance to see on the track or at the show.

I was fortunate enough to be trailer buddies with Ken Barnhart one year at the SCR when it was in Collinsville and had a chance to meet him and his significant other, Mrs. B..... a true class act they are. His car really is &quot;something else&quot;.

Here's my question, of the original 69 ZL1's is Ken the only one to still be the original owner? I know these car change hands over the years but I'm just curious.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

I think Jerry M has a few original owners listed in his books.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SSJunkie68-69</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm trying my best to get to SCR 15 as I have had the honor to attend and show my L89 at a couple of SCR's and meet some of you crazies!!!!. <span style="font-weight: bold">These are one of the best events that one could see.</span> A lot of nice and rare muscle that many people will never have the chance to see on the track or at the show.

I was fortunate enough to be trailer buddies with Ken Barnhart one year at the SCR when it was in Collinsville and had a chance to meet him and his significant other, Mrs. B..... a true class act they are. His car really is &quot;something else&quot;.

Here's my question, of the original 69 ZL1's is Ken the only one to still be the original owner? I know these car change hands over the years but I'm just curious. </div></div>

Tom....it was a pleasure to meet you and see your fine L-89 ! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

As far as I know Ken is the only orig owner.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

Bruce...thanks. It was great to meet you too and the effort that you put forth on this site is greatly appreciated... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/BruceRocks.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/HollyRocks.gif[/img]

The SCR is an event that should not be missed if you can make it... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">As far as I know Ken is the only orig owner. </div></div>

You would be the one to know.....tks clill!

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">As far as I know Ken is the only orig owner. </div></div>

Also Bob Jane in Australia, but I'm not sure he has owned it continuously.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">For those that don't know about Ken. I think he is 71 ? Years old and pulls the wheels off the ground with his 4 speed ZL1 that he bought new and runs in the 10's </div></div>

Actually he is 74 and still going strong. Every time I am with him I here more new stories about his car days gone by and they are never boring!

Here is a recent shot I took. You can add your own caption........

Re: Only at the SCR
 

No Rick, Barnhart's actually 76!! I took these pics of him signing one of those new ZL1'a at Spring Vette Fest in March 2003. Great old dude... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif[/img]

http://i.imgur.com/1zopW.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ujdnZ.jpg

Re: Only at the SCR
 

LOL. Guess Jerri and I need to redo our math per our discussion yesterday. I could have sword she said he was 74 but I do remember her saying he was born in '36. Regardless, never too old to race and share the fun! He still loves it more today then ever.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">As far as I know Ken is the only orig owner. </div></div>

There's rumored to be another one sitting in a garage, ..... in Illinois, ....... still wearing the slicks and other day-2 parts from its last glimpse of daylight in 1974. And for sentimental reasons, it CAN'T be bought.

And for the record; Ken NEVER claims to be the Only Original Owner, .... just the only one we know of at this time. I'll bet he'd be thrilled to meet and talk to another. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

Re: Only at the SCR
 

This may be one of the pics in question. Captured by J.D. LeBlanc at SCR8 in 2005.

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m...nion2005-J.jpg

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<span style="color: #FF6600"><span style="font-size: 26pt">SWEET!!!!</span></span>

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

Re: Only at the SCR
 

A really cool picture. We have an autographed copy of it in our office.

Re: Only at the SCR
 

Ditto. Good people!

Re: Only at the SCR
 

----Class act!!! And,,,If you see this, Ken, I LOVE my Suburban.......Bill S

Re: Only at the SCR
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: hvychev</div><div class="ubbcode-body">No Rick, Barnhart's actually 76!! I took these pics of him signing one of those new ZL1'a at Spring Vette Fest in March 2003. Great old dude... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif[/img]

http://i.imgur.com/1zopW.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ujdnZ.jpg </div></div>

Not to steal Mr. Barnhart's limelight, but based on the Yellow engine block, that looks like the 2002 &quot;Nickey&quot; ZL1.