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You are probably trying to decide whether to attend this years biggest California Volvo event. Would it help you make up your mind if you knew that celebrities were going to show up? I bet so.
It looks like Richard Gordon and Scott Hart from IPD (www.ipdusa.com) will be at both the Davis Show and the track, as will Peter and Paul from MVP www.mvpvolvo.com in Portland, Bill Webb and Art Banks, famous 1800 guys, Bill Webb is the author of the definitive book on the 1800 - Swedish Iron, The guys from SVS in Sacramento will be there with their Volvo Wagon drag car and 242 convertible, the flying Svenson brothers from Oakland will be at the track with their latest R sport creation, George Achorn of Swedespeed (www.swedespeed.com) is traveling from the east coast to join us, along with a host of other famous and near famous Volvo folks. This event always produces surprises, great cars, super people and even a good hot dog stand.
We now have 45 cars signed up for track day now. We will cut off at 50. If you want to go, send in the dough. (A little tribute to Johnny Cochran, there) Contact Keith Soreng at ksoreng@neteze.com or see the contact info below.
You do not need to register for Davis. Just show up and have fun. $5 at the door. $10 if you are selling parts.
If you are a horsepower person, you need to get yourself to the dyno day at SVS on Saturday, too. Information below.
Lee
DYNO DAY AT SVS VOLVO SERVICE IN SACRAMENTO - Saturday April 26th
SVS has installed a dynomometer in their shop and is opening up an opportunity for all Volvo owners to get some inexpensive time on the dynomometer. If you are interested in putting your car on the dyno contact Doug Kauer at dkauer744@hotmail.com for times, cost and details.
DAVIS SWAP MEET AND CAR SHOW - Sunday April 27th
This event will be the largest Volvo gathering in California this year. Last year there were over 150 cars and I expect 200 this year easily. The event will attract Volvo owners from all over the west coast. The cost is $5 per car, $10 if you are selling parts. This pays for the rental of the park, street closure etc. and adds a little money to the chapter treasury. The event takes place at Davis Central Park Pavilion, located at 3rd and C streets. It is right near downtown so that you can walk to restaurants, shops etc. It is a great, shady place with a playground for kids, etc. This has been our very best event for four years now. The park got too crowded last year, so we will close the street to add more parking. Don't miss this one. You don't need to be a club member to participate, but you can join while you are there if you wish.
We do awards for the best cars in the following categories,
PV-544
1800
120-140-160
200-700-900
40-60-70-80-850
This year we will do 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards. All awards determined by people's choice ballots. In addition there will be prizes, gift certificates, raffles, etc.
We will need a large number of Volunteers to handle this event. We will need help setting up, running the people's choice balloting, working the information and sales booth, selling raffle tickets, and parking cars. If you are going to be at Davis the night before, or arriving very early that morning we could definitely use your help. Email me at lcordner@pacbell if you would be willing to help out.
If you are coming from out of town, here is a list of Motels near the park.
Aggie Inn
245 1st St
Davis, CA 95616-4645
Phone: (530)756-0352
University Lodge
123 B St
Davis, CA
Phone: (530)756-7890
Davis Bed and Breakfast
422 A St
Davis, CA
Phone: (530)753-9611
Davis Econo Lodge
221 D Street
Davis, CA
Phone: (530)756-1040
Fax: (530)756-2842
Palm Court
234 D St
Davis, CA
Phone: (530)753-7100
TRACK DAY AT THUNDERHILL RACEWAY - Monday April 28th
Cost is $150 per driver for VCOA members, $180 for non members. Thunderhill is a 1.7 mile road course - see www.thunderhill.com This is a chance to drive your car on a closed course at speed. No racing. Instructors are available for beginners. This event has been getting more popular over the years. We will cut off registration at 60 cars to ensure plenty of room on the track for every one. You will get 4 - 30 minute on track sessions. You'll need a helmet and regular highway safety equipment and your car must pass a simple tech inspection.
If you want to be sure of a spot for track day send your check for $150 ($180 if you are not at VCOA member) to
Keith Soreng
2505 Chileno Valley Road
Petaluma, CA 94952
Make Check payable to VCOA Northbay
An additional attraction will be a visit by the 125 cars from the California Mile. This is an amazing event that attracts some of the best classic cars in the world. They will leave SF on Sunday for their trip around the state. They will stop by Thunderhill for lunch with us and a parade lap or two around the track. You can check this event at http://www.classiccars.com/stories/0007.html
Even if you do not wish to participate in track day it will be a great event to see. We could also use some helpers at the track for flaggers, paddock, tech inspection, etc.
If you need more information contact Keith by email at ksoreng@neteze.com
Here is a list of motels in Willows near the track.
Best Western - Golden Pheasant Inn
249 N. Humboldt Avenue
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-4603
Super 8 Motel
457 N. Humboldt Avenue
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-2871
Days Inn
475 N. Humboldt Avenue
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-4444
Best Value Inn
452 N. Humboldt Avenue
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-7026
1-800-814-6301
Blue Gum Inn
Co. Rd. 99
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-5401
Willow Glen Mobile Park
6155 Highway 162
Willows, CA. 95988
(530) 934-3193
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