On display at Belmont Shores Photo by Bill Harris www.ocpanteras.com

September 2006

Belmont Shores was again a hit with a string of 7 Panteras and Steve Wilkinson’s pickup. Dave Rudderow led Bob Culpepper, Bill Harris, Rick Flores, Art Stephens, Larry Montgomery, Rod Kunishige & Steve to prime spots.

Kevin Hubby wins Best Pantera

Monterey 2006 concours had a good showing from TPOC with Paul Westburg’s stunning car taking more awards again this year. Kevin Hubby of AZ took the class win. Art Stephens brought his work-in-progress to impress us with sparkle and workmanship that is born of devotion to the marque. Cindy Parsons brought both Bill Harris and his silver bullet. Dan Pederson and Colleen Lister were there to cheer us all. Tom Tjaarda introduced his rendering of the Shelby Series 2 with its smother lines. Laguna Seca historic races added John and Karen Mott as well as our former President Dennis and Mary Ann. Most importantly, special thanks goes to the Adlers for hosting the events. Photos by Bill Harris.

Art Stephens on the ramp Paul Westberg’s 402R

Wine Run Oct 7-8 Rick Flores leads this weekend of sensual delights pioneered by Paul Westberg. Meet at 8am in the Main Place lot - right turn on Broadway off ramp from hwy 5. Reports from last year promise a memorable event for both singles and couples. Tour Santa Ynes Valley then up to San Luis Obispo. A hearty jaunt thru that back roads will set your pulse alight. Do call him or Dave R now for details.

Willow Springs Open Track 11/4-5 featuring Panteras and Ferraris---Jim Saxton 626 285-2024.

TPOC’s Christmas Party will be very special with a new upscale site at Mesa Verde Country Club that promises to be even more fun than last year. The dress code demands no denim clothing and appropriate dress. Special parking will be reserved for 30 DeTomaso cars. Why not wander among these cats while holding that favorite drink in your hand? Chat with about 75 of your closest friends from throughout California. Contact Gayle Huff or Bob Singer for more info.

Reminders: from rkunishige@hotmail.com

Sep 23 Cruise for a Cure. In memory of Rick Kincaid we show our stuff at OC Fair & Expo in Costa Mesa. Call Dave Rudderow or check out www.cruisinforacure.com.

Sep 24 Mustangs at the Queen Mary email or call 562 498-BCMC x 2262 for info to this Long Beach $45 show including entry form. Call Dave to join a group of Panteras.

Sep 30-10/1Run in the Desert is offered by Pantera International 9/30-10/1 at the Phoenix International Raceway. Track your Pantera with the Adlers and the Arizona folks. Besides 2 days of track time you may enter the Concours, tech session, swap meet, cruise even bowling. So, call Jim at 623-826-4167.

Oct 1 Retirement Party for Bill Hufnagel is scheduled to honor his 27 years of Police service along with the help he gave us to register our “weird” cars. Just join us at “Chimayo” located at the end of Huntington Beach pier. 5PM. Call 714 588-2170 with your question or call Dave.

Oct 7-8 Wine Run meet Rick Flores for this w/e romp to wine country.

Oct 8 Long Beach Swap at Memorial Stadium.

Oct 29 Rotors and Wings Car Show(?) Los Alamitos Air Base.

Nov 4-5 Willow Springs Open Track featuring Panteras and Ferraris---Jim Saxton 626 285-2024. This TPOC event is on the fastest track in the West. It is often seen on Speed TV for car testing. Why not test your ride where the pros test? This event is for pro and novice alike classed in 4 groups.

Nov 12 Long Beach Swap at Memorial Stadium.

Nov 26 Long Beach Swap at Memorial Stadium.

Dec 30 Gondola Cruise in Naples Long Beach 6PM. 7-10 people $25.00 p/p  20+  $20.00 p/p.  Bring beverage of choice - they provide snacks. Call Dave for reservations 714-969-1301. Dinner at Domenico’s.

Dec 3 TPOC Christmas Party RSVP to Dave Rudderow or Bob Singer to join this SoCal chapters yearly $35 event.

Dec 10 Long Beach Swap at Memorial Stadium.

Jan 15? Plam Springs to enjoy the sun led by Judy McCartney. Possible tram ride to the top, see the plane museum, gambling, follies or sightseeing.

Mar Willow Springs Open Track sponsored by Jim Saxton 626 285-2024.

Apr 25-29 POCA Las Vegas Fun Rally

 
Check out John Force's show in Yorba Linda (last Sat. of each month) 4-7-PM.

Just ask Phyllis if you would like a TPOC badge of your own. They are once in a lifetime free units.

Write an article of your own and submit it to Mike Drew, or Jack Deryke.

Please send any changes to Judy McCartney at jpoca2@hotmail.com ‘cause we’re considering sending a TPOC roster to you. Check your phone numbers, email address and most importantly your associate’s name. Oops, it’s not normally listed but we do want it for our database anyway. Then tell us what info you’d like to include or exclude in the roster to all our chapter members. I’m considering placing all the info into a TPOC directory for you.

’72 Pantera for sale $30,000 / offer. Black with stock polished & powder coated wheels, Corvette brakes, Fluidyne radiator, 4pt harness, new a/c still in box, MSD, loud stock mufflers, no rust, extended steering column, & new sway bar. Call Marcus at 714 337-1194.

18 members attended the last meeting.