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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CORVETTE ASSOCIATION
AMERICA’S OLDEST CORVETTE CLUB
All 8 Generations
Together at
Blackhawk
The Great 8 Unite
2021 BOD Nominees
NCM eNews - Red Mist
Cars and Coffee in Fairfield
Cars and Coffee in San Jose
Volume 63 Cars and Coffee in Queen Creek
Issue 10
October 2020
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OCTOBER 2020
In This Issue
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 4
ABOUT THE NCCA 5
GENERAL BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES 6-7
THE GREAT 8 UNITE 8-13
BIRTHDAYS 15
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 16-17
CENTERFOLD 18-19
NCM HISTORICAL PHOTO 20-21
CARS AND COFFEE - FAIRFIELD 22-23
CARS AND COFFEE - SAN JOSE 26-27
IN MEMORIAM - BUZZ MARSTEN 28
2021 EBOARD NOMINATIONS 34
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President Social BMAL
Tim Sullivan Harvey Grasso Jim Wells
925.487.4629 510.538.2844 925.443.2707
president@ social@ bmal@
nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org nccacorvette.orgs.org
VP Events Treasurer Web Director
Rob Andersen George Robinson Dave Meccariello
650.922.1713 650.291.4601 209.814.2984
vpevents@ treasurer@ web@
nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org
WSCC Representative Publications Charitable
Rob Andersen Mike Rosenzweig Foundation
650.922.1713 925.999.5893 Hal Briar
wsccrep@ publications@ 510.816.2308
nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org
And
Secretary Public Relations Madeline Briar
Shirley Smith Bruce Bourne 510.816.2308
510.481.2739 510.612.0379
secretary@ publicrelations@
nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org And
Membership Historian Laura Rapini
Maria (Mary) Coon Herb Clore 925.683.4474
714.357.0099 510.566.9822
membership@ historian@
nccacorvettes.org nccacorvettes.org charitable@
nccacorvettes.org
Sponsorship/
Advertising
Vacant Position
sponsorship@
nccacorvettes.org
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General Business Meeting Minutes This has been talked about in the past, and the board did not
approve it.
Shirley Smith, Secretary
If anyone has any comments regarding waiving board member
Thursday, October 8, 2020 dues or not, please send an email to Tim Sullivan.
7:00 PM @ Home via Zoom
Teleconference We will have to discuss again, the suggestion about the board
member dues and put a vote out to the general membership to
Call meeting to order at 7:11 PM. consider this again at a later date.
Roll Call of Members - 7 in
attendance on video or phone
conference. VP Events / VP Motorsports / WSCC: Rob Andersen
President: Tim Sullivan I will touch base on next year’s car shows with Blackhawk Plaza
Welcome members. to see if they will be open for us to possibly have a car show.
A motion was made to approve the minutes in last month’s K and I will look at some dates and run it by them to see what might be
all approved. available.
No guests this evening. AutoCross at Cow Palace on Oct. 17, 2020 Corvettes only.
Not a whole lot going on. Car show/Swap meet @ Alameda Naval Base on Oct. 17, 2020
(not an NCCA event).
We have canceled all of our events for this year.
SCCA Thunderhill Autocross – Oct. 24 and 25, 2020.
We did find someone to take over the publications from Mike
Rosenzweig. This was a big position to fill, and I am glad that we Membership: Maria (Mary) Coon
have found someone to take over.
Update on renewals for 2020/21. The second reminder was
All new nominees for board member positions will be in the K sent out earlier this week to current members who have not yet
that goes out next week. Nominations will be confirmed at the responded after the first notice. We have a little over 50% of
November Zoom meeting. members renewing so far. About 5 who will not be renewing. I
have information for one new member at this time, Mr. Lloyd
We are hoping that more members will join the Zoom meeting, Szabo (referred by Tim Sullivan).
either by phone or computer. If you have questions on how to log
in or call in, please contact one of our board members, and let Secretary: Shirley Smith
them know that you need some guidance. We will be happy to help I picked up the mail yesterday, and there was a postcard about the
you easily join in the meetings. club’s charitable foundation from the state.
We will still be holding our meetings via Zoom, moving forward. I forwarded all information to the E Board, and it is being looked
into.
We need to look at the costs of the K at the November meeting.
It is our understanding that there are some forms that need to be
We need to get with Abel Chevrolet, Boardwalk Chevrolet, FH filled out and sent in.
Dailey Chevrolet, and Stevens Creek Chevrolet to talk about
sponsorship. Treasurer: George Robinson - report by Gene Peterson,
Assistant to Treasurer
We have had a few new people sign up with the club.
Report via email – NCCA General Account – Doing Well!
We need to review and revise the fee schedules on our website.
Expenses - K printing and mailing expenses from the end of
We will look at next year’s Fall Banquet and decide where we August to present.
are going to have it. Some people mentioned they might want a
changeup. Charitable Account – Doing Well.
Gene Peters has a suggestion that we give board members free There are no income or expenses to report in the last 90 days.
membership dues.
Social: Harvey Grasso
This might entice other club members to join the board. I don’t think I should do a member of the year award this year as
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we have not had opportunities to go on events this year.
All on the Zoom meeting tonight agreed.
We should consider having a Social Social next year to plan for the
year's events. (We will need to see what happens with the Covid19
and look into this next month).
Publications: Mike Rosenzweig
I will wrap up publications with the November issue. I am
currently working with the new publications director to make a
smooth transition.
Please check the October issue of the K for a tribute to Buzz
Marston, President of WSCC, who recently passed away.
Charitable Foundation: Hal & Madeline Briar
No report at this time.
Historian: Herb Clore
No report at this time.
BMAL: Jim Wells
No report at this time.
Public Relations: Bruce Bourne
No report at this time.
Web Director: Dave Meccariello
No report at this time.
Sponsorship:
No report at this time.
Old Business:
None.
New Business:
None.
General Discussion:
None.
Guest Speakers:
None.
Meeting Adjourned:
8:06 PM
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The Great 8 Unite
29 August 2020
O
n Saturday, August 29th, the Blackhawk Automotive Jim & Linda Reed. C6 Z06 Laguna Blue
Museum Plaza was roaring with the sweet sound of
20 Corvettes. NCCA Members:
Marc Bromme C6 Torch Red
Stan Krafft, with guests from Corvettes of Lodi, NCCA Don Landers C5 Laguna Blue
and Santa Clara Corvettes with several Corvette friends, Steve & Cynthia Kesinger C3 Gold 1969 427
gathered for a unique photo session that included all eight Larry Smith C8 Arctic White
generations of Corvettes. Mike Rosenzweig C6 GS Black
Ken & Maria Coon C5 Z06 Torch Red
A big thank you to Margaret Strickland of Blackhawk Ron Surma C7 Arctic White
Automotive Museum for her support of our event for a
second time. Santa Clara Corvettes:
Bob & Joannie Nastasi C7 Black Rose
NCCA's own Mike Rosenzweig handled all the staging of
the Corvettes, and his professional-grade photography will Special guests' Corvettes non-club affiliation:
keep the memories alive for everyone.
Madeline 1954 C1 white
Participants included: Frank 1964 C2 silver
Jim Freitas 2020 C8 Torch Red
Corvettes of Lodi members: Tom 1994 C4 GS
Tony 2020 C8 yellow
Leonard Clark C5 Z06 White Kevin 2002 C5 Torch Red
Paul & Gloria Rogers C6 Z06 Jet Stream Blue Fred 1988 C4 red
Stan & Jennifer Krafft C7 Z06 Torch Red Dave C7 ZR1 white
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A private Corvette owners' group luncheon was enjoyed
after the photo session at Fat Maddie’s in the Plaza.
An outstanding showcase of the Great eight generations of
Corvettes that dazzled Blackhawk Plaza 2020.
Thanks to all who attended this very special event. We made
it happen together in 2020!
Stan & Jennifer Krafft
Event Organizers
Corvettes of Lodi
Stan Krafft, Jim Reed, Marc & Jack Bromme (Marc's grandson
Story by Stan Kraft and future vette owner), and Ron Surma. Photo by Stan Krafft
Pictures by Mike Rosenzweig
Bob Nastasi, Ken & Maria Coon, Steve & Cynthia Kesinger,
Joannie Nastasi. Photo by Stan Krafft.
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JIM BRUNELLI I CORVETTE SALES MANAGER
Direct 510 746-1215 james.brunelli@fhdailey.com
FH DAILEY CHEVROLET may
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800 Davis St 7123 Redwood Blvd
San Leandro, CA 94577 Novato, CA 94945
www.fhdailey.com www.novatochevrolet.comHappy Birthday
October Jennifer Krafft 31 November
Merilee Ollendick 3 Kent Evans 5
Scot Devine 9 Surisa Abraham 13
Pattiann Schepman 10 Sharon Alvarez 17
Christi Bell 14 Garth Morgan 18
Doug Knudson 15 Debbie Johnson 21
Katherine Rabello 17 Sandy Wigand 29
Barry MacKinnon 18
Zenna Burke 22
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September November
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Membership
Meeting @
Zoom
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Columbus Day
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Halloween
Please note that event dates & details occasionally change. It’s a good idea to check relevant web sites before making final plans.
For additional details see the NCCA website: www.nccacorvettes.org Northern Californial Racing Club (NCRC) www.ncracing.org
Hooked on Driving (HOD) www.hookedondriving.com
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October December
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Membership
Daylight Savings Meeting @
Time Ends Election Day Zoom
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Veteran’s Day
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
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Thanksgiving
Day
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ERATIONS
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Photo Credit: National Corvette Museum
Cars and Coffee - Fairfield
12 September 2020
O
n Saturday, a smokey morning in
Fairfield CA, about 20 cars gathered at the parking
lot of the Journey Coffee Company. The oldest
vehicle in attendance was a 1931 Ford, and the newest was
a 2020 Toyota Supra. The Corvette collection was primarily
C7s, with a red C4, silver C5, and red C6.
Story and pictures by Mike Rosenzweig
22 KALEIDOSCOPE“If the Indy Racing League didn't
have the Indianapolis 500, do
you think it would have lasted
more than six months? No
chance.”
Mario Andretti
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Cars and Coffee - San Jose
12 September 2020
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unday, September 12th, at the Starbucks
parking lot on Cherry Ave in San Jose, the San Jose
Mustang Club invited Corvettes for a casual Cars and
Coffee. Mike Mak, owner of TPS Motosports in Santa Clara,
sponsored the event. More than 150 cars attended with over
a dozen Corvettes.
Story and pictures by Mike Rosenzweig
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In Memoriam: Buzz Marston As most know, we lost a significant part of the Corvette community with the passing of Buzz Marston on September 22nd. He lost his battle with Cancer. I got to know Buzz after joining NCCA and participating in various Corvette car shows and other events that involved the WSCC. He was a WSCC board member and, for the past several years, President. Buzz was also a member of Santa Clara Corvettes and a board member of the National Corvette Museum from 2004-2019, serving as President in 2010 and 2011. In addition to the above, he was connected with the Bowling Green factory and the Corvette Racing Team. He organized the Corvette Racing Banquet each year, during the IMSA races at Laguna Seca. These were always worth attending, as you could get to meet the management from the factory, the museum, and the engineers who design and build our Corvettes, as well as the drivers at the banquet and the Corvette Corral at the track. Before moving from the Bay Area to Arizona, he and I would meet for lunch near his Los Gatos office. At other times, we would take our handguns to a private range where he was a member, to punch some holes in paper. He would always do whatever he could to assist the Corvette clubs and individual members. A few years ago, he offered to turn our Corvettes at the Castle event into a WSCC-sanctioned event, giving us greater visibility for it. If anyone were visiting the museum, Buzz would put in a word, and they would make the visit personal. Rest in peace Buzz. You will be missed. George Robinson 28 KALEIDOSCOPE
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Cars and Coffee - Queen Creek, AZ
26 September 2020
E
very Saturday morning, car enthusiasts in the East
Valley gather at a Dunkin' Donuts parking lot for a
few hours. About 60 cars of all makes and models
participated, and remarkably the only Corvette generation
not represented was the C2.
Pictures and story by Mike Rosenzweig
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2021 Executive Board
Memorabilia from a C1
Jim Wells, BMAL
During our November GBM on Wednesday, Nov
4th, membership will have the opportunity to vote
on the 2020 Executive Board. The new board will
become effective on December 1st. Below is a list
of the board positions and names of the individuals
that will be voted on.
1. President – Tim Sullivan
2. VPevents – Rob Andersen
3. Secretary – Shirley Smith
4. Membership – Maria Coon
5. Social – Harvey Grasso
6. Treasurer – George Robinson
7. Publications – Scott Devine
8. Sponsorship – Vacant
9. Historian – Herb Clore
10. Public Relations – Bruce Bourne
Those in RED are new, and in GREEN are vacant.
Below are appointed board positions that are not
voted on.
Ex Offico Position:
1. BMAL – Jim Wells
Our friend Maddie is trying to clean out some of the
Appointed Positions:
car parts and memorabilia that her husband had
1. WSCC Rep. – Rob Andersen
collected. This steering wheel is not from their '54,
2. Charitable – Hal Briar, Madeline Briar, Lora
but is from a C1, probably a later year like '57? See
Rapini
pictures above. If anyone is interested, please text
3. Web Director – Dave Meccariello
her at 408-218-6011 for more information.
We still need volunteers for Sponsorship. Please
contact Jim Wells (bmal@nccacorvettes.org) and
Thank you,
volunteer. Please join us at the November GBM to
Steve Kesinger
vote for the 2021 eboard.
Photo Credit: National Corvette Museum
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