Chevy Vette Fest in Chicago

**Charley Lillard** · #1 11-25-2002, 05:29 AM

Worldwide Camaro Association Illinois Rep Jerry Bechtold proposed to his Girlfriend by hiding the ring under the hood of my car and then bringing her over to see my car. He opened the Hood and she broke out in tears. Pretty neat moment.

**Charley Lillard** · #2 11-25-2002, 05:31 AM

The Fit

**Charley Lillard** · #3 11-25-2002, 05:32 AM

Then they thought I was giving them my Car....

**Bill Pritchard** · #4 11-25-2002, 06:22 PM

Wow, that's a creative marriage proposal! Will they want to use your car in the wedding procession, Charley? [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/smile.gif[/img]

Both of your cars looked great there. And what a surprise to see the Ken Barnhart cars there; a surprise to me that an original owner ZL1 is only 20 miles from my home. I had no idea [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/blush.gif[/img]

I'm certainly learning a lot of interesting things from this site.

ORIGLS6 · #5 11-25-2002, 11:14 PM

Charley,
That's going to make a fantastic story associated with the history of your car. [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/wink.gif[/img] We had just come back up-stairs Friday night when we heard the distant rumble of a certain Orange '02 ZL-1 #16. We were there when Ken and Geri pulled in. The smile on his face almost brought tears to my eyes. Then the latest version of #3 arrived. WOW! These things just keep getting better.
Most of the guys in our group had the pleasure of seeing the '69/'02 car display and to talk with you all. There were many comments about how friendly and accessible you and Barnhart were. You have some new fans!
Bill Pritchard, it was a pleasure to finally meet you. I wish we had more time to spend with all the folks on this site. Thanks also to Cap't. Carl, Kevin Hand, and to Gary, Robin and Logan Holub for taking the time to stop and say Hi. And a special Thank You to my travelling companion, Dennis Hartweg. It was a special week-end.

P.S. Thanks for the photos, Charley. We always look forward to your shots from the shows.

**Charley Lillard** · #6 11-25-2002, 11:43 PM

You can talk to Barnhart but don't leave your Kids alone near him... [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

**Mr70** · #7 11-26-2002, 02:04 PM

I enjoyed meeting all of from this site as well.I wish I had more time to talk indepth with some of you.
Ken B. & Charley's 2002 & 1969 Camaro's were definately on my don't miss list.
Anybody seen my 6 yearold nephew? [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/laugh.gif[/img]

DarrenX33 · #8 11-26-2002, 05:34 PM

I second that! Everyone I ran into at the show was really nice and didn't mind talking to me. This is a great group. Thanks to everyone. Now looking forward to the next event.
[img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/smile.gif[/img]

**hvychev** · #9 11-27-2002, 04:14 AM

I had my best time ever at this years show. Loaded with sYc members cars and guest appearences. Everybody was great. Memorable displays were the 4 70 Chevelle SS cars, Dennis H's Gibb COPO, and best of all the Berger Display. I have never met Barnhart and my half hour conversation with him was worth the trip alone!! The most amazing stories. [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/smile.gif[/img] BTW thanks <font color="blue"> </font color> Rick N for checking out my Chevelle!

**SS427** · #10 11-27-2002, 11:36 AM

BTW thanks Rick N for checking out my Chevelle!

Hey, no sweat Frank. I enjoy looking at cars that have not been butchered or have 10 repaints. That car has definite potential, all it takes is $$$ [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/shocked.gif[/img] . As soon as you get me that paperwork, I will get started and take a road trip as soon as possible.

Dedicated to the Promotion and Preservation of American Muscle Cars, Dealer built Supercars and COPO cars.