Driven World Magazine DEC/ JAN 2023/4

drivenworld

Dec/23-Jan24

BY DUSTIN TROYAN

I am done. No more cars. No really I mean that. No more cars. I cannot do any more cars, I don't want to do any more cars, cars drive me crazy. Old cars, new cars, I need to be done. I have a couple old cars. I love them. I am not a car collector, I am more of a dreamer I guess. I dream that I would have a cool collection and a big house with a barn to store my cars and I would have a bar and a co ee roaster in it. e bar would simply be to hang out with friends and have a beer or two while the bar-b-que is warming up and the co ee roaster is because I love good espresso and I have a history in co ee. If I had it my way, I would roast co ee and send it to my friends who appreciated great co ee. By no means am I a snob or that sophisticated, but, a nice double espresso in the morning or an Americano, well it is quite lovely.

I had one car left that I needed a motor for. I am a patient man as I cannot just throw money around. So, I have been scouring Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace and talking to all my friends...who has a motor? I have gotten close a few times, but my gut told me to be more patient and maybe something cool would come around. I waited and waited and waited. I guess it goes back to being a man and the whole "hunter/ gatherer" thing. While I rock my sleeping kids at night, I search the Internet, where is that big block Chevy motor?

When I was a bit younger I was lled with vim and vigor. I have pushed cars for blocks that broke down on me. I have put transmissions in with oor jacks and pieces of wood. I have rattle canned cars in the driveway, I have done so many wacky things with old cars, but at the ripe old age of forty-four and with two kids, well, I need to make most of my time with my family. Also, and this is the biggest issue, I don't have anyone to help me push cars anymore! e neighbor kids that would help me in the past are now grown men and have moved or are in college. And, I simply don't want to push cars up my driveway anymore.

So I found a motor. I am hugely excited. I didn't want to rebuild one, I didn't want to have to put an intake or a carb or a starter and all the other stu . I wanted something I could drop in and go. All there, complete, no hassle, path of least resistance. at is what I wanted. I had been watching a motor for a while and as I am told, it is a really good big block with all the nice parts, Aluminum heads, and go fast parts. e price got to something I can a ord and I am picking it up tomorrow.

In my head it will be a simple install. Get the big block frame mounts, a couple grade eight bolds and drop that baby in. e motor is all there, the radiator too. I would need a MSD box, a clutch for the Muncie 4-speed and if the headers mate the exhaust, I am in really good shape. I mean really good shape! How hard can it be?

Right now, my friends who have helped me over the years are laughing out loud. When it comes to me and cars, nothing comes easy. I know just enough to get myself into trouble, I can turn wrenches, but my no means am I a mechanic. Better than your average guys I suppose I am no mechanic. ank goodness for friends and Youtube. Between them, I can get the job done. And yes, I know, gas, fuel, spark and presto whammo you have a running engine.

Over the years I can tell you any type of story you want about me turning wrenches and following my dream of having some cool cars. Stories of success, stories of failure, stories of frustration and stories of people who have come to my aid and know everything about cars, engines, mechanics and engineering. To them it always seemed to come easy, but, over the years, I have followed their example and...I know a little about cars and what makes them work.

Why am I done with cars you ask? I told my friend Doug that the other day, he laughed and said "yeaaaaa!" Doug is the type of friend who is always there for you. I mean always. Over the years, he has come over and helped with so many electrical issues, I cannot tell you. He has

helped me tow cars, push cars, pick up engines, return an engine, you name it, Doug has been there through it all. And always with a smile and a laugh. Often times, he will sit back and let me try to x things and as a good mentor, let me struggle, then make fun of me, then show me how it is done. And then we laugh. And laugh and laugh. When I go pick up the engine tomorrow, Doug will be going with me. ank you Doug.

What is funny is that I met Doug when I was a kid. Twelve or thirteen I believe. It was Doug, Brian and a few other guys. Doug came down our block with a mini-truck with a hydraulic bed and a hell of a sound system. All the kids came running over the the truck as he made the truck bed dance. We were all mesmerized. We had never seen anything like that and Doug was probably the coolest guy that ever drove down the block. He lived a few blocks away as did Brian and they would always swing down our street and we would ask them to do the "thing with the truck." ey would always smile and laugh. e cool older guys.

Brian had a house on the main boulevard and if you had a cool car, you would always stop by Brian's house. Monday through Sunday, if his garage door was open, it was fair game to stop by his house and annoy him. Something very easy to do. It was not uncommon to have muscle cars, sports cars and lowriders in front of Brian's house. We had a lot of good times. Fast forward, Doug is still into cars, Brian is in the car industry and I do car stu too. We have had a lot of fun and after over thirty years, we are still helping each other, making fun of each other and annoying each other. Especially Brian. I love to annoy Brian.

So, I guess I was bitten by the car bug early. I was always drawn to 1967-69 Camaros. e bodylines, man, what a car. I always dreamed of having a 1969 Camaro. It had to be a four-speed and had to be a big block. A dream car. I remember my brother racing one once, I was probably fourteen and he was sixteen. I do not condone racing, we didn't get going that fast, but man, that guy in that 1969 Camaro seemed so cool. at same day I started looking in the Recycler to see what 1969 Camaros went for. Back then, they were CHEAP! Had I known what I know then, I would have bought one. e dream.

So fast forward almost two years ago I found a 1969 Camaro, factory big block car, SS/RS. It was all there other than the motor, raditor, MSD box and a clutch. I found it by chance and I had to get it. It was a dream car. Another project...I know. But, I had to buy it and I know that it will always be a desirable car. If I have to get rid of it, so be it, but, for right now, I am going to try to get it running. Sure I have some cars, I don't know if it makes sense or not. Sure they are projects, but, a 1969 Camaro, man, can't you just see it driving down PCH or my daughters driving it when they are sixteen. Or my wife. And the fact that it is a manual trans car, the kids of the future won't know what a standard transmission is. I guess I can always hope, I guess I can always dream I can do it little by little. Buying used parts, waiting for sales, doing as much as I can on my own and how lucky I am to have great friends. I hope I never have to sell it, but if I do, at least I tried and I followed my dream and I went for it.

Life is short....Dream big!

Supercar Sunday Porsche Marque Days

By Dustin Troyan

by Dustin Troyan

If you are reading this, you live very close to one of the longest running weekly car shows in the world, Supercar Sunday. Supercar Sunday, a weekly car show, has been going on since the early 2000s and many believe it was the paradigm for all other “cars and coffee” style events over the globe.

Starting back in the early 2000s, the goal was to get friends together to celebrate the automobile on a SUnday morning. The only criterion at Supercar Sunday was a good attitude. You didn’t even need a car to attend, just have a love for cars and people. Fastforward, twenty plus years later the event is still going on and bringing the same and diverse crowd of cars and enthusiasts.

Supercar Sunday which is presented and sponsored by Porsche Woodland Hills and the 2nd Sunday of every month, is Porsche Marque Day. There is a separate parking area to highlight Porsche of all vitages. From the newest models to classics, it is always an incredible showing of cars. Of course, all other makes and models are welcome. On the Porsche Marque Day, Porsche Woodland Hills has vehicles on display, donuts, “giveaways” as well as a full staff ready to assist with any of your Porsche questions.

Consider this aformal invite to come to Supercar Sunday. Bring a friend, bring the family, bring a cool car or ride a bike over, we would love to have you as part of the community.

For more information, visit www.supercarsunday.com

Photography

The Maserati MC20 Cielo Spyder

By Dustin Troyan Photography by Maserati

The new Maserati MC20 Cielo Spyder is the latest exotic car to hit the market from the Italian car maker. Is it an exotic car? Absolutely. When you see it on the road, you are not quite sure, is it a Ferrari? Is it a Lamborghini? Well, it is the new Maserati MC20.

The MC20 is powered by a twin-turbocharged V-6 engine that pumps out 621 hp. Called Nettuno, the engine utilizes a unique twin-combustion system borrowed from Formula 1 race cars. The Transmission is an eight-speed automatic transmission that will get this Italian beauty from standing to sixty miles per hour in 3.2 seconds and it will hit the quarter mile in just about 11 seconds. It is believed that this new supercar admission from Maserati will hit just over two hundred miles per hour.

The MC20 starts at just over $200k, but like any other exotic car, once you start adding all the niceties, the price starts going up fast. For a nicely optioned MC20, you are going to end up spending, after tax, closer to 300k, all in. Word on the street is that this is the car to have and it is currently the orders are off the charts for the new supercar.

As per the luxury aspect, it is on par with most of the other supercars out there, race car inspired, translates to minimal space for anything other than you and your passenger. Comfort is there, but of course it is not a large sedan, it is a street legal race car. I dare say the pictures do not do it justice, but in person, and shining in sunlight, the MC20 is absolutely stunning.

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS

By Dustin Troyan Photography by Porsche

If you are a car enthusiast, you have heard all the buzz about the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. Every Porsche enthusiast wants one, every collector wants one and just about everybody else...wants one. If you are one of the lucky few who are going to be able to get your hands on it, you are going to pay a hefty premium, have something that everybody wants and own an instant classic.

What makes the 718 Cayman GT4RS so special? The writing is on the wall about electric cars and the goal of the car was to: “We want to party with this car, celebrate this engine, horsepower, RPMs before some distant day where it goes electric,” says Andreas Preuninger, head of Porsche GT Cars. What does that exactly mean?

Porsche decided to throw everything it could to model the GT4 after it’s big brother and Porsche flagship, the GT3. With the same motor as the GT3, the GT4 makes just nine horsepower less, producing 493 hp and 331 lb-ft. All Porsche RS cars are fitted with a seven-speed PDK dual-clutch and the GT4 continues the tradition. As the RS models are “track cars,” it is the ultimate in shifting gears, fast and precise.

The GT4 is track prepp’d. The aero updates produce about 25% more downforce compared to Cayman GT4. More suspension adjustments are offered to provide the ultimate in track tuning, with stiffer springs, new faster-reacting Bilstein’s, wider tires in the front, you will go as fast as your talent allows you.

There is so much more to the 718 GT4 RS, there is simply not enough room on this page. In any event, if you can get one, do it. Even if you don’t drive it, it may be a better investment than...

For more information: www.Porsche.com

The 2024 Corvette E-Ray

By Dustin Troyan Photography by Chevrolet

The Corvette, an American icon. The C8 Corvette was truly a game changer for Chevrolet in every way. An entire new vehicle to usher in a new era of American excellence. It put the supercar manufacturers on notice and attracted an entire new market segment, everyone.

For 2024, Chevrolet has again raised the bar with the Corvette E-Ray. The latest iteration of the Corvette will be all-wheel drive and offer a hybrid powertrain. Again, not dissimilar to other supercars utilizing hybrid technology to maximize performance, Chevrolet claims a zero to sixty miles-per-hour in 2.5 seconds and that the E-Ray sprints the quarter-mile in 10.5 seconds. If indeed these numbers are correct, it could be potentially the fastest Corvette ever. Top speed is estimated to be over 180 miles per hour.

Performance is supplied by the E-Ray’s 160-hp front-mounted electric motor and 495-hp mid-mounted 6.2-liter V-8 combine for 655 horses. The E-Ray shares the Z06’s wider rear quarters as well as the amazing carbon-ceramic brakes. There are also many other options that will be available including a performance package. Once again, Chevrolet is gunning for the European Supercar Market and I think they should be worried.

The E-Ray pricing will start at $104,295 for the targa and $111,295 for the convertible.

For more information, visit www.chevrolet.com

RoadStr App

We’ve all been there. You just purchased your long-awaited car, the one you’ve been dreaming of for years, that one you’ve been saving towards, that you’ve aligned your personal goals towards acquiring. You head to the dealer, or the private seller, or the auction where you’ve purchased it, or maybe the garage where you’ve built it. You take the keys and the excitement builds in your chest as you open the car door and get in. You grasp the steering wheel, turn on the engine, and drive o into the sun. You push it hard, or for some of us, gently care for it and not dare leave a scratch.

It’s a moment and feeling you don’t want to let go of. You want to drive that passion forward, share it with friends, and nd others who held a similar feeling. But after a few congratulations from friends and some photos shared on Instagram, where do you turn to next?

e RoadStr app was built to drive that same passion and level of excitement forward. It creates genuine connections in local communities, bringing new ways of interacting that

aren’t available on other apps or platforms. Spontaneous meetups, events and groups discovery, and high-quality car content come together in one unique place, on a social networking platform built 100% for car enthusiasts with a beautiful and simple design. And best of all, it enables real connections between real people like you and me. One of the most exciting features of the app, called RoadSharing, allows users to share their vehicle and location information in real-time on an integrated map. With a simple noti cation or a quick glance, users can see whether their friends, fellow group members, or the local RoadStr community are willing to meetup or are going for a drive nearby. Ad-hoc meetups can be created through a simple RoadSharing request process, and more participants can join on the y.

Cruising local routes, meeting club members, or making new friends who share a common passion was never so easy. e map feature is further enhanced with nearby events taking

place in the upcoming days, and with quality local automotive businesses waiting to be discovered.

RoadStr raises the standard even further through its high-quality content generated by its users, groups, and businesses, all packaged in an easily discoverable manner through automatic suggestions tailored to your interests and favorite car brands. And it’s all encapsulated in a beautiful, simple, and familiar design. e idea for the app stemmed from the lack of a robust and comprehensive social platform focused on the auto enthusiast community. Currently as auto enthusiasts, we have to visit multiple websites, check out YouTube videos, join chats on various platforms, nd events by word-ofmouth, and post on complicated forums often without any local emphasis, making it di cult and time-consuming to follow your favorite auto topics or to meet other enthusiasts. Generic platforms like Facebook and Instagram o er plenty of methods to share, but they lack the depth of features like

groups, events, and spontaneous meetups that bring us together as auto enthusiasts in the real world.

“ e auto enthusiast community is a very social group”, said Alberto Moreno, Co-Founder and CEO of RoadStr.

“ e best moments often occur in person, when randomly spotting your favorite car on the street, at local auto shows, or getting a co ee with your local car club”

RoadStr is free and was just launched for iPhone and Android devices. You can download the app today and start driving your passion forward.

Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play: RoadStr – For Car Enthusiasts

Website: www.roadstr.io

Email: hello@roadstr.io

Instagram: @roadstr_app

Join us for co ee and donuts at Lavaggio this Spring! We will be kicking o our Cars and Co ee Season in March and hope you will join us!

You must RSVP as space is very limited.

For more information/RSVP: Dustin@connectedmediagroup.com

Lavaggio- e Art of Auto Detailing www.lavaggio.net

818-584-3240

30205 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills, Ca. 91301

Photography by Ken Latka - TMPCC.ORG

Cars and Coffee with the TMPCC

The Television Motion Picture Car Club (TMPCC) was honored to be the first organi�ation to host a �rivate ��ars � �offee� event at �avaggio �The �rt of �uto �etailing� in �goura �ills, �ic�ing off the summer season.

�ars and �offee is a term that the car community uses to denote a casual gathering for car aficionados to share their cool cars and chat over a cu� of coffee. This event held at �avaggio in �goura �ills was s�onsored by Tony �iori and his team at �ista �ord �incoln of ��nard.

The magic of the event was not only the ama�ing cars but of course the club members who attended from all over �outhern �alifornia. �n dis�lay were some truly incredible cars and truc�s from the ��s, and ��s, classic hot rods, �uro�ean e�otic cars as well as modern muscle cars.

The club members enjoyed fresh coffee, bagels and donuts as they enjoyed each other’s cars and camaraderie. It was a long overdo event and it was truly a wonderful time for everyone in attendance.

�ne of the favorite cars on dis�lay is owned by �oug �ic�. �is classic ���� �ustang �astbac� was �urchased by his �arents and has been in the family ever since. �oing under a com�lete restoration, u�dating the wheels and re�ainting it to the factory color, �ca�ulco �lue, this four s�eed �ustang was a huge hit and truly a timeless e�am�le of a classic muscle car.

The Television Motion Picture Car Club is the world’s only entertainment industry car club for those who work in, have worked in, or are affiliated with the television, motion picture, music, radio, sports and motorsports industries. To learn more or if you are interested in joining, visit their website at TMPCC.ORG

By Dustin Troyan �hotogra�hed by �ean��ichael �onnor, �en �at�a and �cott �artin

The Ford Mustang GTD

By Dustin Troyan Photographed by Ford

Then there was the Ford Mustang GTD...what dreams and nightmares are made of� � dream if you own it� a nightmare if you are racing against it� �his is going to be the most e�citing �ord �ustang since the inception of the �ustang bac� in ����� � cannot wait to see this car in person as this Mustang will send shockwaves through the automotive world.

��ustang ��� shatters every preconceived notion of a supercar�� said �im �arley� �ord president and ���� ��his is a new approach for us� �e didn�t engineer a road car for the trac�� we created a race car for the road� �ustang ��� ta�es racing technology from our �ustang ��� race car� wraps it in a carbon �ber �ustang body and unleashes it for the street��

��� stands for �rand �ouring �aytona which is borrowed from �����s ���� a racing class for ��� race cars� �e are all assuming the ��� will offer over ��� horsepower from the ���� �upercharged �� that will scream to over �����rpm� �hat you really have to understand is that this is a purpose built race car that you can drive to �ostco� �ure �orsche� �errari and �ambohghini have their race cars for the street� but something tells me that this is a �hold my beer�moment for �ord and they decided to show everyone how it is done.

�he �ustang ��� is going to be a very limited edition car� estimates are that �ord may ma�e up to ����� e�amples� but we �ust don�t �now� �t �uite possibly might be more sought after than the �ord �� and possibly more collectible even though it is offered at a lower price tag then the Ford GT supercar. I know people who say they are �on the list�� but � will believe it when � see it� �he ��� will be offered somewhere around ��������� but there will be a big mar�et ad�ustment and worth every penny� �ord got radical� � want one�

�or more info� www��ord�com

Car Culture

by Mark Llewellyn

Stick It Where The Sun Does Shine!

What better way is there to convey your emotions or beliefs than plastering a “bumper sticker” on your car? There it is, you can put it right out there for the world to see. Some are funny, some crude! Some religious, some political/ one thing for sure, there is one out there for you!

Bumper Stickers came about in the late 40’s and early 50’s. Forest P. Gill, a screen printer from Kansas City Kansas is credited with the invention.

They came about originally as souvenirs of travel and sporting events. It was not until the presidential election of 1952 between EisenhowerStevenson that they found their voice as a means of political expression. They even found their way into Hollywood movies, with a scene dedicated to a bumper sticker in the movie “Forrest Gump”! Remember the scene, a pick-up truck with a bumper sticker that says “S*** Happens” starts out into the intersection only to be ran into by another car.

Early bumper stickers were printed on paper. They were screen printed and used daylight florescent inks so they would glow. Vinyl has replaced the paper sticker in most cases due to the fact it holds up so well against the elements.

“Bumper Stickers” have found their way into the American persona. There are many libraries and institutions across the nation that has collections of them. There is no doubt they have become part of the American Pop Culture.

TipsFor Maintaining & Protecting Your Ferrari

From the Mattioli Automotive Group

DETAILING

In addition to keeping a car looking its best, consistent detailing is an important step in protecting a vehicle’s nish. Contaminants such as dirt, pollen, tree sap, and bird droppings can scratch and deteriorate painted surfaces if left over long periods. Given the value of a Ferrari, It is important to ensure that “best practices” are followed when performing a car wash; here are just a few from Mattioli Automotive Group’s (MAG) very own detailing specialists.

• Use the proper products: Ensure that the soap and other cleaning products being used have been formulated speci cally for automotive use. Excessively strong chemicals and detergents will not only strip the wax o but can also dull the nish on paint and trim.

• All Towels are not equal: Micro ber towels o er low friction and can absorb more than seven times their weight in water, making them less abrasive and more e ective than other towels. It is best to use a separate towel for each function (i.e..washing, drying, applying chemicals, etc). Also, towels should never be used if they are contaminated or have fallen on the ground; washing your towels often will help ensure that they are free of debris.

• Two bucket Technique: To help prevent the re-introduction of dirt and contaminants It is best to employ the “two bucket technique” when washing your car. One bucket should contain the diluted soap and a second bucket should have clean water. After each pass with the soap, rinse contaminants o of the sponge in the clean water before re-introducing into the soap solution again.

• Nooks and Crannies: Dirt and water can gather in the seams of the doors, trunk, and hood. It is important to clean and dry these areas thoroughly to prevent dripping onto clean surfaces.

• Avoid Direct Sunlight: Water evaporates quickly in direct sunlight which can result in watermarks.

Is your Ferrari in need of a thorough and professional cleaning?

Feel free to reach out to one of the MAG’s four service centers to schedule a complete detailing service.

PROTECTIVE FILM

Stones, road debris, chemical stains, and UV damage are all potential dangers when exposing your prized Ferrari to the road and the elements. But owners can save themselves from headaches and costly re nishing bills simply by installing protective lm over their immaculate nish. is nearly invisible lm can be applied just to the most vulnerable surfaces or the entire vehicle depending on your needs and driving habits.

Protect your Ferrari against road hazards and the harsh elements before it's too late. e Mattioli Automotive Group contracts several of the top protective lm installers to perform the service in our facility and can guarantee timely turnaround and awless results. To learn more about protective lm options for your Ferrari, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers.

CERAMIC COATING

Ceramic Coating is another popular option for protecting paint and other vehicle nishes. When compared to protective lm, it can be a more comprehensive and economical alternative. Ceramic coating is a special chemical compound that is applied to various vehicle nishes to form a permanent bond with the surface. e result is a 9H+ hard coating that repels water and o ers protection from UV rays, chemicals, oxidation, and corrosion. It can be applied to paint for protection against light scratches, wheels to prevent the build-up of brake dust, and glass for increased visibility in wet weather.

e MAG contracts several of the top ceramic coating specialists to perform the service in our facility and we can guarantee timely turnaround and awless results. To learn more about ceramic coating, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers.

Keep your Ferrari ready for your next drive.

SKID PLATES

e most common dangers for Ferrari owners are steep driveways and parking curbs. Even with the optional lifter, which is available on newer models, there are still some obstacles that are too big to maneuver over unscathed. To add protection against marring the underside of the front bumper, many owners elect to install a skid plate.

is sacri cial piece of durable plastic polymer is precision cut to t precisely on to the underside of the front bumper. e result is a nearly invisible layer of protection against costly paint and autobody repairs.

To learn more about skid plates for your Ferrari, or to schedule an appointment please contact one of the MAG’s four service centers. Each MAG location stocks an extensive inventory of skid plates for various models and can complete the installation in a matter of hours.

BATTERY MAINTINENCE

e phrase “if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it” has never been more accurate than with regards to automotive batteries. When a battery is in a discharged state for an extended period of time the lead sulfate crystals inside the battery begin to increase in size. e bigger the crystals get, the harder they are to dissolve which ultimately blocks the chemical reaction that allows the battery to charge, and eventually leads to battery failure.

For this reason, Genuine Ferrari o ers Battery Re-conditioners which are designed to maintain a battery’s charge and combat the growth of sulfate crystals. A Battery Re-conditioner should be utilized any time a vehicle is parked for long periods of time. is is especially vital for new vehicles which contain more electrical components that put a drain the battery.

For speci c questions regarding the use of the Ferrari Battery Re-conditioners or to order one for your vehicle, feel free to reach out to one of Mattioli Automotive Group’s four service centers.

"STICKY INTERIOR TRIM"

Over time, environmental factors and harsh chemicals can take a toll on the interior components of a mature Ferrari resulting in sticky buttons, controls, and trim pieces. e only remedies to this condition are to replace the deteriorated components or have them re- nished. Either way, the process is very involved. ankfully, the Mattioli Automotive Group’s service centers are very experienced with this issue and can help advise owners of their options when restoring their interior to like-new condition. If your Ferrari is in need of interior trim restoration, we invite you to reach out to one of MAG’s four service centers to learn more or schedule a service appointment.

Mattioli Automotive Group’s service centers are happy to help with any inquiries about these and other services offered to help protect and maintain your Ferrari.

Ferrari South Bay Service 23305 Hawthorne Blvd

Torrance, CA 90505

(877) 887-9183

service@ferrarisouthbay.com

www.ferrarisouthbay.com

M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Ferrari Beverly Hills Service

2110 Cotner Avenue.

Los Angeles, CA 90025

(888) 849-9726

service@ferraribeverlyhills.com

www.ferraribeverlyhills.com

M - F 7:30am - 5:00pm

Ferrari Los Angeles Service 7051 Hayvenhurst Ave. Van Nuys, Ca 91406 (888) 545-4385

service@ferrariwestlake.com

www.ferrariwestlake.com

M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Ferrari Silicon Valley Service 2750 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA

(888) 875-8963

service@ferrarisiliconvalley.com

www.ferrarisiliconvalley.com

M - F 8:00am - 5:00pm

Past Events

The 2019 Classic Auto Show

e Classic Auto Show (CAS) is a car person’s delight. is year’s CAS was held March 16-17, 2019 at their new location, the Orange County Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa, California.

is year’s Grand Marshall was comedian, radio and television personality Adam Carolla who cut the ribbon early Saturday morning, o cially opening the doors for spectators to enjoy the estimated 2,000 vehicles that were on display both in-

side and outside the buildings of the sprawling facility.

Some of the vehicles included rarely seen, museum quality classics, celebrity builds, as well as and hundreds of vintage and modern rides from dozens of the top car clubs in Southern California. Whether it was hot rods, low riders, sports cars, race cars, American muscle or foreign marks, the Classic Auto Show has become one of the major automotive events in the United States.

Features such as Restoration Row o ered enthusiasts the opportunity to learn the latest techniques to get their build up and running. ere were pin-striping demonstrations with master striper Johnny Martinez and other special attractions, including “40 Shades of Green” (a collection of green vehicles to commemorate the St. Patrick’s Day weekend on which the event was held). e organizers also introduced a new “Classic Truck Tailgate Party” with a

variety of vintage pickup trucks, set amidst a family-friendly atmosphere with live bands. To top it o , one of the most sensory overload features was the addition of several vintage, nitro burning top fuel dragsters that performed live push starts thanks to former NHRA Director of Competition Steve Gibbs and his team at Nitro Revival.

While the cars were the stars, the Classic Auto Show also attracts many celebrities from the automo-

ARTICLE BY Ken Latka Photos by Ken Latka and Richard Morey

tive world. is year attendees got to experience meet and greets with Bogi from “All Girls Garage”; Wayne Carini from “Chasing Classic Cars”; metal fabricator, Land Speed Record Holder and television personality Jessi Combs; Mike Finnegan

e Classic Auto Show continues to be a fantastic addition to the Southern California car show scene, and if you have the chance to attend in 2020, make certain you put it on your calendar.

from “Roadkill”; Dave Kindig from “Bitchin Rides”; Christy Lee from “All Girls Garage”; iconic racecar driver Lyn St. James; the First Lady of Motorsports and Miss Hurst Shifter Linda Vaughn; Mopar Guru

Mark Worman from “Graveyard Cars” and many more.

Past Events Past Events

A Steal of a Deal at the Price of Admission

It’s seems interesting how many people are neck-deep in gas thirsty automotive spirit, rarely miss an opportunity to attend a Cars & Co ee yet have never been to a racetrack or years since their last race event. Folks, you have no idea what you’re missing. at slight scent of petrol in the air, the sound of mega horsepowered roaring engines and the overall vibe of being around others with the same passion of automotive racing, well, there is simply nothing else like it. If you want to hang with a menagerie of adrenaline junkies whose only cure is octane, then racing events are for you! If you have kids and want them to share your automotive excitement, that’s one more reason to spend the day at the track.

One of our nest tracks in Southern California, Fontana’s Auto Speedway (formally California Speedway) is only 75 minutes (with light tra c) from Woodland Hills. is venue is not to be confused, as it often is, with Pomona’s Auto Club Raceway.

Auto Club Speedway’s track site was originally the Kaiser Steel Mill, built in 1942, during the height of WWII. e mill was instrumental in producing steel for our U.S. warships. Being an inland location, the site was chosen as it was out of range of o shore Japanese warships. Kaiser Steel went BK in 1983 and the property stood silent for years. Roger Penske entered the picture with an idea to create a track similar to his Michigan International Speedway.

e rest of that story is now history.

e track opened in 1997 and has catered to a host of race events such as NASCAR, CART and AMA (motorcycling). e Auto Club Speedway is among the most

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modern circuits in America and has the distinction of holding the world closed-circuit speed record, with an average lap speed of more than 240 mph.

e 18th annual California Festival of Speed (CFoS) was held at Auto Club Speedway March 29th to 31st. is 3-day annual

event is hosted by Zone 8 of the Porsche Club of America, with support and participation from the Porsche Owners Club (POC). e event is the biggest Porsche event in the Southwest. Besides the many racing events throughout each of the 3 days, static vehicle displays featured both 356 and 914 Porsche

model Timelines, a swap meet where rare Porsche parts are often discovered and procured, a Vendor Row o ering T-Shirts, model cars and of course automotive accessories. Plus, beverage and food trucks a plenty.

e event will repeat again next year and will be open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm during its 3-day run. Oh, how thick should you pack your wallet? Not too much as IT’S FREE! Yes race fans, free. A $15 parking fee ($10 if you are a PCA/POC member). Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. A steal of a deal at the price of admission!

To obtain future updates for the 2020 CFoS, visit http://www. zone8.org/events/speedfestival.php or http://www.autoclubspeedway. com

Past Events

The July issue of Driven World detailed the nonpro t, all volunteer, Solvang Wheel’s ‘N Windmills car show’s history and how it supports the local community with generous donations to various charities. Now that the August 2018 show is behind us, let’s focus speci cally on this past event and why Dustin Troyan, Driven World magazine Executive Editor, and his family can’t wait to return next year. We will also share with readers a few automotive exhibitors those ne octane-thirsty machines made this writer stop in his tracks while walking the show. But rst some show speci cs.

For those familiar with the Velocity Channel, it’s not uncommon each year to spot a face from the auto world that you recognize at this event. is year was no di erent as Dennis Gage, with his famous handlebar mustache, came all the way out from Indiana to tape his show, My Classic Car. Gage disclosed he expects the Solvang episode should air early next year. Be sure to tune in and get a taste of this incredible annual motorsports event.

e Saturday 8 AM to 4 PM show was free to attend and open to the public. Wheels ‘N Windmills is growing their motorcycle section which include stock, classics, customs and those with sidecars. ere were 310 stunning cars on display covering several Solvang streets that were closed to normal tra c. Although you’ll nd a variety of countries representing the vehicle manufacturers on display, perhaps 95% are dedicated to the American variety. For those of you who have never attended, the show’s website reveals the high quality and types of vehicles displayed year over year.

For all vehicles that were on display this day, there were over 50 awards handed out! is is due to a lengthy number of sub-categories

that had to be created to cover the wide variety of vehicles in attendance. ere are 3 main categories, Stock, Modi ed and Special Interest. Each of those having multiple sub-categories, such as ‘55-‘57 Chevy’s, Hot Rod Coupe ’33-’48 and Pro-Street, to name a few. In a very organized fashion, awards are presented to car owners at about 3 PM to a large crowd assembled in a relaxing park atmosphere, all hoping to hear their vehicle and name called out.

e show organizers often talk about the charities as this has always been one of the main purposes of holding the events. is year’s show raised over $35,000.00 bringing the total to over $330,000.00 since its start in Solvang 14 years ago. Wheels ‘N Windmills also holds a ra e open to attendees and exhibitors with the

The charities chosen for this year’s event were:

Santa Ynez Valley Aquatics Foundation: $10,000.00 minimum

Progeria Foundation: $2,000.00

Alpha Pi (Assisting seniors in the community): $2,000.00$5,000.00

Zaca Center Preschool: $2,000.00

Local Area High School Auto Shop Programs (V8 Engine Ra e): $16,000.00

opportunity to go home with a brand new V8 engine. Monies collected from this ra e go to area high school Auto Shop Programs.

Don and Barbara Wagner from Clovis CA arrived in their striking yellow 1965 Chevy Chevelle Custom. Acquired 15 years ago, the Wagner’s take this beast to many shows, but it also nds itself at the Famoso Raceway track near Bakers eld.

e Wagner’s found this vehicle in Centerville CA and was followed by a 4-year major restoration in the home garage. e custom airbrushed design on each side is beautifully painted and easily turns heads. Under (and through) the hood is a 468ci V8 RAT (454ci bored out to 468ci) pushing out 620hp. ere is also a NOS (Nitrous Oxide System) which Wagner is now nishing up on the nal installation. Once completed, the power will increase to 745hp whenever NOS is applied. Frightening!

For the stock category, Jay and Betsy Davenport from Alhambra drove in with their mint condition Laredo Tan 1961 “6-Window” Cadillac Sedan DeVille. ey found this car 16 years ago at a Pasadena Ed & Al’s Auto Sound parking lot with a 4-sale sign in the window and 40,000 miles on the odometer. e engine ran rough, but the body had no evidence of rust, so they took the risk and made the purchase. What originally was going to be a quick restoration in the Davenport garage, he and his buddy spent the next 10 years meticulously replacing with Cadillac certi ed parts, including all rubber down to hex bolts being removed and gold cadmium plated. is vehicle has the original 390ci V8 power plant and o ers 325hp. Today the Davenport’s drive this vehicle just about everywhere including long road trips to Ohio and Oregon. On a last note, they were very fortunate to nd and obtain a copy of the window sticker which shows the total sale

amount of $6,567.93. ink about it. at was a huge amount of money for an American car in 1961 when the average home cost was about $13,000!

In the Special Interest category is Stuart Hanssen from Santa Ynez. Hanssen brought his 1951 Baldwin Roadster race car. ere is a heartfelt story with this vehicle. Built by Willis Baldwin of Santa Barbara, the race car was purchased and track raced by Hanssen’s father, William, from 1954 through 1957. During what turned out to be its last race in Pebble Beach, William saw his good friend Ernie McAfee, also in this same race driving his Ferrari, had

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crashed into a tree and was killed immediately. It was at this point that William decided to hang up racing and sold the Baldwin in 1959. e roadster had disappeared for decades. Fast forward to 2010. Using the powers of the internet, Hanssen used ‘Tam’s Old Race Car Site’ (www.tamsoldraccecarsite.net) and placed an ad that he was seeking the family’s previously owned Baldwin Roadster. e owner at the time, living in Connecticut, saw the ad and contacted Hanssen. Weakened by Hanssen’s story, he was willing to sell it back to the family roots. Hanssen brought it back to California and personally restored it. Having an all-

aluminum body with a Ford chassis, its powered by a 282ci Mercury V8 Flathead block with upgraded Ardun heads and rated at 315hp. is classic racer has a weight of only 2,100 lbs.

e show organizers o er something special for those exhibiting their wheels at Wheel’s ‘N Windmills and arrive a day early. For a modest fee, a private BBQ dinner is served and adult beverages are available at the Mendenhall Museum, located nearby in Buellton. e Mendenhall Museum (www. mendenhallmuseum.com) is one of the largest private collections in the west coast exhibiting antique gasoline pumps, road signs, race cars, racing

memorabilia, license plates, gas & oil items, and other miscellaneous antiques. Besides having a terri c dinner, it was an experience to walk through such an amazing collection of automotive related memorabilia. When you register your vehicle for the show, you’ll receive an RSVP to this pre-show evening event.

e 15th annual Wheels ‘N Windmills is scheduled for Saturday August 24th, 2019 and will be once again held on the streets of Solvang’s Town Center. Due to high demand and limited capacity, they often sell out exhibitor spots within 48 hours of open registration which is usually in early June. Use their

website for updated registration information. Interested Sponsors should contact the organizers in March 2019. 100% of all revenues go to charity so all Sponsorship fees are fully tax deductible. For those who are interested in becoming a show sponsor and/or to display your vehicle or motorcycle, please visit www.wheelsnwindmills.com.

We hope to see some of the Supercar Sunday regulars there in 2019. I know ‘the guy in the orange hat’ will surely be there again.

by Mark Llewellyn

And The Hits Just Keep Coming…..

e modernization of the automobile has brought great pleasure in using a car as a mode of transportation. Many creature comforts have made the automobile the rst chosen mode of travel.

Improved ride, heating and air conditioning were great advancements, but the most appreciated achievement was the car radio!

e Galvin Manufacturing Company (today known as Motorola) introduced a commercial car radio in the 1920’s. ey weren’t inexpensive, about $130.00 back then, but they sold like hot cakes.

1952 saw the FM radio birth, but AM kept the high pro le with top 40 stations like 93 KHJ and “Hit Radio 11, KRLA”! FM made its break thru with album rock in the 1970’s, and then surpassed AM radio in popularity.

1953 saw the creation of the “Search Function”. is was the beginning of the “luxury” options in automobiles. You could press a button on the radio or on the oor by the dimmer switch, and the radio would advance to the next station.

To boost the popularity of car radios the a ermarket and the manufactures introduced 8 track and cassette players.

e 1980’s saw the demise of tape players, and the introduction of the CD player by Sony.

Today the radio is in competition with downloaded music and internet information. e radio can entertain with music, educate on PBS stations, and inform us on tra c and news, all in the comfort of our automobile. What’s next, televisions when we have driverless cars? e future’s so bright, we gotta wear shades!

The 2024 Chevy Camaro ZL1

By Dustin Troyan Photography by Chevrolet

�hevrolet is ending production of the �amaro and �amaro ��� in ���� as the model ends production in �anuary, truly the end of an era. �ersonally I am very sad to see it go. The �amaro is one of the most iconic �merican sports cars that began in ��6� and helped to shape car culture, racing and of course car customi�ing. �aving owned many personally, and still having a couple classic �amaros, it is truly sad to see it go.

�ll that being said, at least �hevrolet is going out with a bang. The �amaro ��� ��� is a force to be reckoned with. �ffering 6�� horsepower out of the gate and a 6 speed manual transmission or �� speed automatic transmission, this �amaro can easily hang with any supercar on any track. The only requirement is that you can actually drive it like it is designed to be driven.

The ��� track performance package includes an ad�ustable suspension, e�treme performance tires, and a generous application carbon �ber�and for the folks who want to track the car, there is even an option to delete the rear seats.

�hevy will be offering a very special �amaro ��� �ollector�s �dition, only producing ��� of these e�amples. This limited edition �amaro will have �anther �lack matte paint with black stripes, and added graphics to the Camaro door badges and steering wheel. It will be �tted with black ���inch wheels. �hevrolet is including a special �hinola watch to match the �ollector �dition Camaro.

The �amaro is �ust like apple pie, as �merican as you get... in the sports car world. �rom the iconic ��6� ��� to the ���� �amaros, it is no doubt that the ��� ��� as well as the �ollector�s �dition will be sought after for decades and be instant collector cars. If you can add one to your garage, I would. The hard part would be keeping the miles off of it.

�or more information, visit www.chevrolet.com