Yenko Honda

[camarojoe]

I believe the original McMurray Yenko Chevrolet dealership that was built in the early 70's later became Sun Chevrolet, and still is Sun Chevy today. The Honda dealership moved to an all new location when Yenko lost the Chevrolet franchise and became solely a Honda dealer.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Ah, I see. Any knowledge as to why Yenko lost the Chev. franchise?

[camarojoe]

I've heard stories/rumors from ex-employees, but I really don't know what's fact vs. fiction.

[Casey Marks]

Joe,

Plate went in the mail this afternoon. Just make a donation to the site and we'll be all set.

Casey

[camarojoe]

Cool, thanks again Casey! Look forward to adding it to my collection...heck, might even display it at SCR11!

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

I see. I wasn't sure if a quota was required, or if selling competing marques was an issue, or....

[camarojoe]

I did hear that GM didn't like the idea of Yenko selling Hondas and Chevys under the same roof, but once again, i don't know if that's fact...

[JoeC]

In 1980/81 Yenko was having problems with his financial reports that Chevy main office required.

Don’t know if there were actual financial problems or if it was just record keeping not keeping pace with moderation but at one point Chevy sent in there own people.

I have some of the Chevy FACTS computer review printouts that have lists of the missing items.

[Casey Marks]

The plot thickens .....

The owner of the car asked me if I remembered the "Pink Lady". Donna Mae Mims. He is apparently somehow related.

[camarojoe]

Cool...