The May Issue of Driven World Magazine

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From the Editor I was talking to a friend this morning.

He is a businessman within the automotive industry. He has pulled himself up by his “bootstraps.” This guy, like most entrepreneurs, works his fingers to the bone. Six to seven days a week chasing the American dream. I mean working hard. Really hard. He continues to grow and tries to become more innovative, efficient, creative and all the while, staying passionate about his business.

We will often chat about challenges within the business world and how social media is incorporated into the fold. In the good old days people would actually talk. A reputation was important. A handshake. I recently interviewed a young man for a client and when he departed, he “shook my hand like a man.”

I actually commented to him about it. He said that he took interview classes and it was explained that a handshake is important.

I have told you before that I was lucky.

My dad is a man’s man. And my mother is a strong woman. If my dad shook someone’s hand it meant something. I knew from a young age that there was “honor” in a handshake. A man’s word is his bond. It had to be. I can remember discussions as a child when adults would be taking about some person that said they were going to do something and then flaked. It was as if that person was off some magical list. That they were no longer of value, that they could not be trusted and that they had no honor. Again, it was an understanding that men had. Women too. This is not a man or woman thing, it is a “right” thing. Right.

I can recall men looking each other in the eye and it was the same as a handshake.

This connection of sorts, this bond it was stronger than stone. It was not to be broken.

Period. I can remember when my parents would drop me off at a friend’s house. There was a “look.” The look was, “if anything happens to my kid...” That was serious business. Serious business.

Integrity in business. It used to be if you had a problem with a friend, a neighbor or an employee, you would talk about it. That “man to man” conversation would kind of call each other out and get down to the truth. We all know what the truth is and at the end of the day, you cannot hide from the truth.

In all the years I have been in business, I think I have only been stiffed twice. I knew it was going to happen. My gut is pretty dead on. So, I got burned. It happens. But it also closes a door. The way that I am, is if you do that to me, you will do that to anyone and I want nothing to do with you. Ever! In my Marlon Brando voice, “you are dead to me.”

The funny thing was years later, these same people that burned me reached out to me about a project. I didn’t return their call. Burn me once, shame on you, twice, shame on me.

So, they reached out to an associate to put in a good word. He politely reminded them of what they had done. Never heard from them again.

Good bye and best wishes. Such is life.

I am very careful with whom I do business with. I once had an unfavorable experience at a business. A few months later a friend called me and said he had someone who wanted to advertise in the magazine. I asked who and when he told me, I said “no thank you.” Perhaps I am a bad business man, but if that business treated me poorly, why would I want that for you. I want the best for you and everyone. Why not, right?

It is interesting these days, people don’t even shake hands anymore. Maybe a fist bump, but a handshake, it sends a message.

I am not sure the evolution of the handshake, but, in my book, it shows courtesy and respect.

It is a message that yes, I am a man of honor.

Yes, you can trust me. Now, I know that we have all shaken hands with someone and then wanted to wash our hands right after, but, you also know a good firm handshake.

In the business world as things go digital, as people no longer meet, but text and Skype, there is very little opportunity to get to know your client, business associate or even a friend. That personal touch has all been removed. I suppose to some degree people see opportunities as disposable, like a new smart phone. Always moving on to the next. If it doesn’t work, oh well, get rid of it. Because we do not have that “face to face,” that “bond,” some feel that it is “ok” to not do the right thing.

That integrity is something that you can turn on and off like a hose. I am here to tell you that that is not the case.

If this is applied to the automotive world, I assure you, everyone talks. You may think you are getting away with something, but I assert that is hugely short-sided. Everyone knows who the good guys are, the bad guys, the ok guys. We all know who has the talent, who may not have the talent but who puts in so much effort that you cannot ignore them, or the guys who think they are talented and have no talent. We all know what businesses do great work, decent work and the businesses who take advantage of others.

In this digital world where some say integrity is being lost, I am here to tell you that you cannot hide from your past. That taking advantage of a client or business is not only unfair, but entirely wrong. That you may think you are getting by with something by leaving them a bad review or hammering them on Facebook, but for those of us who are in business, we look at that and all come to the same conclusion...that is not someone we want to do business with. In fact you are harming yourself more that the business or organization.

The Fairness Doctrine.

This was a policy of the United States Federal Communications Commission. It no longer is in existence, but in a nutshell, it says that a broadcaster has to be: honest, equitable and balanced. As more and more TV and Cable channels became available, it went away. But the premise of being honest, equitable and

balanced. That is the basis of integrity. There is fairness in business and we all know when one party is trying to take advantage of another party.

As I have been around many successful people, many business owners, the question often comes down to what is fair.

Most people believe in “fairness.” By agreeing to pay for a product or service, a reasonable expectation is being made by both the seller and the buyer. Now, in the course of providing the product or service, if there is some sort of challenge, what is reasonable? This is where it gets sticky and you really get to see what people are made of.

Integrity, doing the right thing when nobody is watching. The people that I do business with time and time again do the right thing. Even when they are backed into a corner, they try to find a way to make it right. However, if someone is not being honest, well, then sometimes you get both barrels. And I think that is right too. After all, if you are dealing with a person of integrity and you start to attack that integrity you are messing with a man’s soul. And if you work as hard as myself and my friends, clients...we will go way out of our way for you but if you cross into the hinterlands, well...in my best Brando voice....

I don’t know if you are following me here, but in this digital age you might feel empowered to utilize social media to try to tilt the scales and benefit from something that was not agreed upon, something that is not fair or to entirely take advantage of a business. In essence, you are stealing. If we are all being honest, you are.

If you are leaving a bad comment or review without talking to the business, I also think you should reconsider. You have the opportunity to create a much more positive, much stronger and lasting relationship by communicating with integrity and by being fair if an expectation was not met. And, in a much larger picture you may be costing a business a lot of money for something that was a simple misunderstanding or something that could be corrected or compensated for.

Many of us who work so hard to provide incredible service know that there is a human element and that nobody is perfect. If we do mess up, communicate and let’s create a lasting relationship and grow together. Years ago, people would talk it out. They would not try to cost somebody their job or career over something trivial. And yes, if it is something trivial, that is indeed unfair.

In this digital world, you may think that you are empowered over a business, but I assure you that every employer and potential business parter is reading your reviews, and seeing your true colors. You cannot hide from what you are putting out on social media. It will always be there. You want my advice, embrace your integrity. If you do, you will have no problems, only opportunities.

D RIVENWORLD ISSUE 74, May 2016

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Remembering Francesco “Frank” Barbarino

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A smile. One hell of a smile. That was Frankie. If you had ever met him, you would never forget him. Frank was truly one of a kind. If you were in the exotic car world, you knew who Frank was, even if you didn’t know who Frank was. The second he opened the door of his Lamborghini and stepped out, the general response was, “Who is that guy?”

Frank had a style all to himself. Most people thought that he was a famous Italian actor, or somebody famous, to many of us he was famous.

His smile. To say that his smile would light up a room was an understatement. He had the brightest smile you ever saw. Complimenting his famous tan, Frank always looked like a million bucks, maybe two million. You just envisioned that he stepped off of a yacht off the Italian coast where he lived the life of James Bond.

Frank did it right or he didn’t do it. He spent the money. He had the biggest and fastest boats. His exotic cars were customized to “his level.” There were not too many twin-turbo Murciealgos on the planet, but Frank was sure to have one of the first and the fastest. That was Frank. He lived life to the fullest. He was bigger than life.

Frank had many natural gifts, but the one that connected with most people is that he made you feel good about being you. Nobody knew how he did it. If you met Frank once, you were instantly his friend. And every time you saw him after that, he would greet you with a huge smile, a kiss on each cheek and a hug. All of which came from his soul. Frank made you feel like you were a special human

being. His greeting of you, his salutation when you departed, it was unlike anyone else. It was as if he was your long lost brother and whatever was going on in your life, it was going to be ok.

After he hugged and kissed you, it seemed as if life was a little bit better, a bit brighter. That was his gift.

A magnet. A gravitational pull. You just naturally gravitated to Frank. His smile was infectious. You knew that he was a man’s man and you knew he was kind. You could see it in his eyes. He was someone that you were always happy to see.

Frank’s closest friends organized a memorial party to honor him at the Woodland Hills Hilton. In classic Frank style, it was standing room only. Over 400 friends came to honor and remember him. It was beautiful. The kind words spoken. The heartfelt sentiment, the love. The love.

If you attended the “memorial party,” one of the most amazing things was the variety of people there. People from every community imaginable were present for Frank. Frank really brought everyone together. All walks of life, he knew everyone.

Frank was a successful businessman, a philanthropist, the Vice President of LAPD Topanga Booster Club, he was an offshore boat racer, an exotic car enthusiasts, maybe he was James Bond. Frank did it all and he did his way, with his style, with his smile and with his love.

Frank will be greatly missed; he will live on in the hearts of his friends and in the legacy of making the world a better place. For those that knew him, Frank will always be with them.

Luftgekuhlt III

Being an owner and enthusiast of Porsche cars for over 22 years I couldn’t wait to see my first Luftgekuhlt event. So with much anticipation I headed out with three likeminded friends and my cameras to experience the celebration of Porsche’s air cooled engine

Story + Photos by Ted Lighthizer

cars and the people who own them. This year’s event was held Sunday April 10, 2016 at furniture maker Modernica in Los Angeles, CA. Luftgekuhlt is the brainchild of two-time Le Mans winner Patrick Long and noted Southern California creative director Howie Idelson.

Once inside I was overwhelmed by the venue and Porsche cars seemingly everywhere I looked. Porsche’s air cooled cars were manufactured in the early 1950’s up until 1998. From 1999 to date ALL Porsche cars are water cooled thus the divide in the ownership

ranks between “Old School” air cooled and the “New Generation” water cooled Porsche’s. I would estimate there were over 300 Porsches on display and some were actual race cars from IMSA and the Camel GT days of the 70’s and 80’s.

Most of the cars on display were owned by local Porsche enthusiasts and varied from the early Porsche 356 A, B and C models, 912, 914, 911, 930 and 935. There was even a 70’s Porsche 908 race car fully restored ready for this year’s Rolex Historic races at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in August. The rarest Porsche on display I believe was the cream colored 50’s Porsche 356 Gmund-built coupe. Also on display were (4) Singer custom Porsche 911’s all over the top redo’s of this classic Porsche car, but alas we live in America and anything is possible when it involves money. The price of a new one of a kind Singer 911 Porsche starts at $350,000.00

Besides all the cool Porsches to check out, a charity auction was held by Sotheby’s raising $275,000.00 for the Autumn Leaves Project a charity dedicated to pancreatic cancer research from the folks in attendance. The item auctioned off was a white rally-style Porsche 911 designed for both serious off road and daily driving. Numerous local Porsche fabricators donated their time and efforts to make the rallystyle Porsche 911 a one of a kind and state of the

art off road vehicle.

Numerous Porsche fan celebs spotted at the event, Jerry Seinfeld, Patrick Dempsey and Magnus Walker. Personally I’ve never seen so many friends at such an event and that includes

Porsche Rennsport Reunions IV and V.

Great Show! Thanks, Modernica, Patrick Long, Howie Idelson and all the others at Luftgekuhlt who made the show possible. To learn more please visit www.luftgekuhlt.net

Golf Tips with Tommy Mansuwan Often times when players have a lack of distance or struggle with ball striking, the cause may be in the feet. It’s the popular method to take a simple video, check the swing plane of the club coming down, and correct the issue from there.

However, some of the best ball strikers in the game have focused on footwork and weight transfer to become better. One of the more famous players to have done this is a player by the name of Tiger Woods. Take a look at a video from early in his career compared to a swing from early 2000 or even a few years ago.

You’ll notice his feet work differently as his club approaches the ball. Here are two drills you can try at the range to improve your

Load and Transfer

footwork.

In order for you to generate maximum clubhead speed, you need to use ground force in order to transfer your weight properly. To work on loading the trail leg (right leg for right handers), take your setup position but drop your left foot back. When you complete your backswing, you should feel pressure on your right foot. That is the same pressure you need to feel in your normal swing as you swing back.

For the purpose of the drill, make a backswing and hold the position at the top briefly. To start the downswing, push off the ground with your right foot while holding the club up. This is the proper sequencing for the swing while also teaching the body the correct way to transfer weight. Hit 10 shots doing this drill then hit five normal shots while trying to get the same feel in your right foot. Keep switching back and forth until you feel confident that you got the feel down.

As for the lead foot, you

want to make sure it gets planted firmly into the ground so that you can push off the right foot into a firm left side.

To do this, take your normal setup over the ball. However, before you take the club back, lift your left heel off the ground and stand on your toes. Take your backswing and to initiate the downswing, “stomp” down on your left foot. Feel the pressure down on the ground with a stable left foot and leg. The rest of your body should rotate around this point.

And likewise with the other drill, make 10 of these swings then switch to normal shots until you get the feeling in your normal swing.

By doing this, your right side will learn to push while the left side braces the energy transfer. You should see improve ball contact, as well as, a few extra yards through the bag.

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Car Culture

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Way to Roll, Dude Taylor Tot Strollers were not just any stroller, they were the premier stroller of the 20th century. They were manufactured by the Frank F. Taylor Company of Cincinnati, Ohio from the 1920’s thru the 1970’s.

By today’s standards, these strollers would be outlawed for obvious safety reasons. However, for over 50 years youngsters were shuttled from place to place in these classic rides and survived!

A testament to how well these strollers were made is evident by their availability today on sites such as eBay and Craigslist. These were made in the USA, during a time when things were built to last. Just like the Ford Model T, these strollers didn’t fall apart or rust away.

The strollers could be highly optioned just like an automobile. Features included front and rear bumpers, parking brakes, reclining seats, and classy art deco fenders (called wheel pants) to cover the wheels.

It’s no wonder car trunks were so large back in the midcentury; they needed to hold these large, heavy strollers along with groceries and other items. Three of these vintage strollers are on display at the Leon’s Transmission Car Corner, at the Murphy Auto Museum in Oxnard, California.

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The Return of the Cannonball Run

Steve Goldfield an avid rallier along with three of his friends who are big ralliers in their own right, have officially launched Cannonball Run Rally which will go from Massachusetts to Havana Cuba in October of this year. Before we explore what’s to come lets dive into the rich history of this legendary road rally.

It all started In 1914 when Erwin “Cannonball” Baker set the first cross country record on his Indian Motorcycle accomplishing his transcontinental trip in 11 days. Soon after he would switch from motorcycles to automobiles and in 1933 he set a record traveling from New York to Los Angeles in a Graham-Page Model

Story // Scott Oshry + Photos //Scott Martin

57 Blue Streak 8, the record that would stand unchallenged for 40 years, the drive became known as the “Cannonball Run” and thus gave birth to the car rally.

It would not be until 1971 when Brock Yates a reporter for Car and Driver Magazine would bring back the Cannonball legend hosting five runs in total. The most famous of them being in 1972 when Dan Gurney and Brock Yates driving a Ferrari Daytona accomplished the run in 35 hours, 54 minutes forever changing the landscape for what modern car rallies are about. His famous quote still synonymous with irreverent rallies today “at no time did we exceed 175 MPH.”

Cannonball Run has just passed its 100-year anniversary and is the oldest rally in

existence therefore Steve and his partners felt this would be the perfect time to bring back the legend but with their own personal view of what a rally should offer. Steve explains “we have planned a rally that is all inclusive, one that is so different than rallies we have been a part of in the past. All participants funds that come in

go directly back out to the rally as we see ourselves as hosts and not owners. To summarize, first class hotels, back roads all well planned and driven as a group, no more than 330 miles a day, amazing dinners, full concierge service for each participant, private jet travel and a Cuba vacation.”

In the true spirit of Brock Yates, Steve and Cannonball Run intend on carrying on the tradition that still resonates with so many enthusiasts. Cannonball Run Rally (CBRR) has set itself off from the rest and will prove to be the most comprehensive rally in the world.

The Cannonball partners have over 48 years of combined rally experience therefore the CBRR collective has entrusted itself to carry on the legend in a Rally format and experience unique to itself.

Cannonball is planning a kickoff like no other, which might only be surpassed by the finale party Steve has personally planned in Havana Cuba. “Our first night kickoff party will be reminiscent of a 1940’s “House Party” in our own private 1893 Mansion which will be the backdrop to a full dinner and post party with live entertainment, a full bar and everything at our disposal,” says Steve.

Registration is very limited as the event is intended on being more intimate than the larger rallies where participants do not have opportunity to meet each other. CBRR has already sold half of its open spots with sign-ups coming from countries such as Hungary, Finland, and of course the United States.

Below lists the dates and stops for the rally along with contact information if you are interested in signing up. Spots are limited so if you want to be on the inaugural year of Cannonball Run 01 then it’s time to register…

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Jim Ring Recognized with the Distinguished Alumni Award From California State university Northridge

Story // Dustin Troyan + Photos // CSUN

Driven World Magazine would like to degree from CSUN in psychology in 1970 and congratulate Mr. Jim Ring on being recognized urban studies in 1972, is an avid supporter of by the California State University Northridge CSUN. Alumni Association with the Distinguished Ring provided a generous gift to Alumni Award.

CSUN’s Department of Urban Studies and

The CSUN Alumni Association held a Planning, established the James H. Ring Probanquet at the Four Seasons Westlake Village fessorship in Urban Studies and Planning. on Saturday, April 16th 2016. A trio of honor- He also established the James H. Ring Urban ees were selected to be honored for their amaz- Studies Scholarship, and he has been an active ing work in their fields, their amazing contribu- mentor to students in the department. tions to society and for being pillars in their Jim is also a “car guy.” If you have ever met him you would know that he is as kind communities. The honorees included: Jim Ring, Shigemi Matsumoto and Robert as he is generous. Jim has been very supportive of many other organization as well includTaylor.

Jim Ring, who earned his bachelor’s ing Motor4Toys and Children’s Hospital...to

name a few.

Jim is someone who leads by example and has an understanding and appreciation for helping others that far exceeds most. He often says that the best part of his life is helping others.

At the award ceremony, Jim’s Family, Friends and Associates were present to support him and witness the acceptance of the award.

We were all so proud of him and knew that if we were to emulate his kindness and generosity, the world would be a better place.

Jim, congratulations, well done and thank you for making our world better!

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I Finally Got My Dream Car, How Do I Insure It? You FINALLY got your dream car! The car you’ve been obsessing over since you were 16 years old! Whether it’s a 1955 Porsche 550 Spyder, a 1988 Ferrari Mondial, or something in between, it’s yours and it’s awesome!

As anxious as you are to get it on the road, you know a call to your insurance agent is in order. Then it occurs to you, how is the insurance company going to value your new collector’s car? Will they account for the fact that this particular vehicle is a special edition, one of a kind, rarer than rare model that makes it worth 20% more than other similar cars? And do they know that Steve McQueen once drove this car in a very famous movie that changed your life forever?? Rightly so, you want to be sure that your investment (both financial and emotional) is fully covered.

The first thing you need to know is that your new car might not be eligible to be covered on the same policy as your everyday, commuting cars. We’ve already established that your dream car is no ordinary car, so why cover it on

an ordinary policy?

This is where collector’s policies come in, with features and benefits designed specifically to make sure your dream car gets the respect it deserves.

Here are some things to ask your insurance agent when shopping for a collector’s policy: Q. If my car is totaled, how much can I recover from the insurance company?

A. The coverage under your collector’s policy is based on an “agreed value”. It’s determined by many factors, including market value and what you actually paid for the vehicle. Be prepared to share your sales invoice with your agent to be sure that the “agreed value” adequately covers your investment. Increasing the “agreed value” does not impact the premium as much as you might think, so make sure it’s set at a level that leaves you feeling secure.

Q. So my car isn’t really “running” right now. It’s actually only 30% done and still needs the engine, wheels, etc. Am I covered if my garage

burns down with the car in it?

A. Restoring a car takes time and sometimes getting that dream car running doesn’t happen overnight. Make sure your insurance agent knows the status of your car as some carriers, like Grundy, , and others offer special coverage for vehicles under construction. This may include automatic increases in value as your project progresses.

Q. My new Aston Martin is sweet! I took it to the drag last weekend and smoked everyone! Wait, am I covered for that?

A. Most auto insurance companies have a racing exclusion so if you wreck your car during a race there won’t be any coverage. If you DO race, ask your insurance agent about the best way to get your car covered.

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The Benedict Castle Concours

The Benedict Castle Concours was one of the best kinds of car shows, one that came straight from the heart. Show founders and organizers Nicole Meguiar-Northcote and Dono-

van Northcote of Crossroads Car Shows had their lives changed by the charitable organization which the show supports, Teen Challenge.

As part of the 86% success rate, Nicole, Dono-

Story + Photos // Scott Martin

van and their family members are committed to giving back in whatever ways they can. Through the 3rd Annual Benedict Castle Concours they were able to generate over $250,000 to support efforts to overcome drug and alcohol addiction.

Although the venue is a long drive from Los Angeles in Riverside, the Concours was extremely well attended with award-winning vehicles of National prominence as well as many of the most well-known car designers and builders, automotive and TV car show personalities. Wheeler Dealers’ Edd China and Mike Brewer, Wayne Carini, Overhaulin’s Chip Foose, master builders Rick Dore and John D’Agostino joined Von Hotrod Valdez, Barry Meguiar and Mike Phillips to honor automotive preservation icon Bruce Meyer as Grand Marshal and “Enthusiast of the Year”. ABC TV’s Dave Kunz kept things moving as Emcee at the Gala and throughout the day during the Concours portion of the weekend.

Due to on-going relationships and Mr. Meyer’s involvement, Petersen Automotive Museum was well represented. Executive Director Terry Karges and many other Petersen executives showed their support at the celebration Gala, and two Museum vehicles were exhibited at the entrance of the Petersen VIP Pavilion.

Nethercutt Museum presented a High Tea and Fashion Show. Meguiar’s, Hagerty, Auto Geek, O’Reilly, Coker Tire, Chariotz, Von Hot Rod, Clyne’s Classic Cars, Barris Kustoms and many others helped support the charity and show with their participation.

Besides the amazing selection of cars, the real stand-outs of the show were the Castle itself, originally built in the 1920’s and the location for over 100 films, and the residents of the facility. Everywhere you looked, there were young men and women in bright red T-shirts ready to help with anything that needed to be done. But you could tell most of them already

had jobs assigned, and they were all extremely conscientious and full of positive and contagious enthusiasm. The whole weekend, Barry Meguiar, Donovan and Nicole Meguiar Northcote encouraged show-goers to ask any of them about their story. And they all had tragic, sad, funny and uplifting stories to tell, usually with an attitude of humor, humility and gratitude for all that they were accomplishing with the support of the Teen Challenge program.

Although the event is labeled as a Concours, there were so many different types of vehicles, not just the Packard’s, Delahayes and Duesenberg’s you would expect. Hot Rods,

Classics, Antiques, Exotics and even race cars were featured including Dan Gurney’s Race Cars, Salt Flats Race Cars. Nationally recognized custom vehicles from Chip Foose, John D’Agostino and Rick Dore including “The Imposter”, “The Pantheon” and “Aquarius” were displayed prominently in and around the Meguiar’s Corral of Excellence along with dozens of other one-off customs.

Aside from the star-studded Gala, all of the car celebrities participated in a panel discussion on Sunday moderated by Dave Kunz, and there was a once-in-a-lifetime “selfie and signing session” featuring every one of the special guest designers, builders and TV car-show personalities. Silent and live auctions preceded the awards presentations that included over a hundred beautiful glass trophies and 1st, second and third place ribbons. One vehicle was brought forward at the end… Best in Show was a 1930 Cadillac from the collection of Aaron Weiss, co-founder of the up-coming San Marino Motor Classic.

We’re really looking forward to the 4th Annual Benedict Castle Concours to benefit Teen Challenge on March 26th, 2017. Judging by the outpouring of positive comments during and after the event, you can tell that everyone is truly excited to be involved again and many are becoming regular contributors to the charitable organization as a result.

For information on Benedict Castle, visit www.benedictcastle.com For information on Teen Challenge, go to www.teenchallengeusa.com Information for the Concours event can be found at www.crossroadscarshows.com

Supercar Season Starts Early In London

What is SuperCar Season? The term ‘Supercar Season’ began in London and became synonymous with wealthy Middle Eastern visitors showcasing their supercars in affluent London neighborhoods, while car enthusiasts (of which I am one!) collect footage to upload to social media applications, such as Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.

Typically the supercar owners visit London during the summer months of June, July and August to escape the heat from the Gulf States and they transport their supercars with them, which is why so many Middle Eastern registration plates can be seen on the streets of London during summer months. The Supercar Season now attracts UK registered

supercar owners to cruise, as is evident in video captured by car spotters uploading their clips to YouTube.

Supercar Season is worth millions to the United Kingdom, Supercar Season therefore brings wealth to the UK and supercar owners and car spotters alike suggest more consideration should be taken regarding the wealth the Supercar Season brings to the UK.

SuperCar season attracts many car spotters, but the increased interest and growing number of supercars on London streets has caused concern for many local residents complaining about engine noise levels.

In July 2015, Kensington and Chelsea Borough Council launched a consultation

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to introduce new measures to tackle what it calls “the problem of supercars” in and around the Knightsbridge area as residents were complaining about excessive noise levels and antisocial behavior. As part of its consultation, the council says it will be looking to address “the issue of high-performance cars speeding in the streets, drivers revving engines and vehicles causing obstructions.” Most car spotters agree the real noise levels are actually being caused

by UK residents in cheaper modified vehicles.

Other supporters point to the wealth being brought to the UK during the supercar season.

Since last Easter break SuperCars have been arriving in London coming from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Some Russian, American and cars from other countries were spotted in various locations including Kensington, Mayfair & Knightsbridge. The arrival of the cars signals the (early!!) start of the supercar season.

Wealthy Arabs flee the scorching hot temperatures of the Middle East and cruise around the British capital in their ostentatious vehicles.

The arrival of the supercars has become a regular event in recent years, with rich Ku-

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waitis, Saudis and Emiratis seeking to out-do each with their souped-up vehicles. They are often spotted waiting in gridlocked traffic in some of central London’s most popular areas or parked up outside designer shops and luxury boutiques, including Harrods.

One of the flashiest tourists in London is a Saudi billionaire (businessman Turki Bin Abdullah) who flies his £1m-plus fleet of GOLD supercars to London so he can get about while on holiday. The fleet of impressive vehicles includes a Mercedes G63 AMG 6x6, Lamborghini

Aventador Roadster SV, a Bentley Flying Spur

by Mansory and a Rolls Royce Phantom Coupe, which are wrapped in gold. But for one man desperate to maintain his reputation, a holiday in London means just another place he can show off his impressive vehicles.

It is thought owners pay in excess of $30,000.00 to fly their vehicles around 3,000 miles to London. Qatar Airways is one of the operators that facilitate the transportation, with airport staff securing vehicles to the floor of the relevant aircraft before flight.

I cannot wait for more cars to arrive; it seems that the trending color is gold for the summer, follow #goldcrew for updates on golden cars! Golden cars are the aforementioned, plus a Ferrari 458 Italia, California T, Mini Cooper, BMW X6, Porsche Cayman, Lamborghini Huracan….how many more will follow? Enjoy the photographs!!

Recipe of the Month with Vincent Cachot 25 Degrees Spring Burger- Served with a side of truffle fries

Beef patty Weigh 80/20 ground beef at 8oz Gently shape mixture into burgers Cooking the patty Using olive oil, lightly oil the grill and cook burger to desire temperature seasoned with salt and pepper and finished with sliced gruyere before placing on bun

Ingredients: 1 Brioche Bun or Burger Bun, 8ozGround beef, 1oz 1000 island, 1/2 ripe Avocado 2oz Gruyere cheese, 2 pieces Applewood Smoked Bacon, 2 Sliced Ripe Roma Tomatoes, 0.25 oz Mixed Greens

The 1000 Island Dressing 1000 island recipe 2 oz of Mayo 1 oz of ketchup 1/2 tbl spoon sweet pickle relish 1 tea spoon minced shallots Truffle fries Kennebec potatoes cut then fried twice.

First fried at 300 degrees oil for 2 minutes to eliminate moisture, then second fried at 375 degrees to ensure crispness. Season with kosher salt and thyme leaves finishing with grated parmesan cheese, parsley and white truffle oil Finishing: When Burger is cooked to your liking (recommended medium rare) Displayed 1000 island sauce on bread, add burger topped with avocado, crispy bacon, tomato and mixed greens.

Vincent Cachot is the Executive Chef at the Roosevelt Hotel in West Hollywood.

Native of France, Vincent has worked in the culinary field for the past 25 years.

His extended experience allowed him to work in top restaurants and hotels all over the world from France, to Malaysia, Lebanon, Bahamas and United Stated.

Vincent strongly believes in using the freshest ingredients possible. He loves using everything he learned in his cultural traveling through the continents. From fine dining restaurant in France (in Paris with Joel Robuchon / La Palme D’Or in Cannes at the Martinez Hotel), to luxurious hotels (The Ocean Club and the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas) Vincent is willing to share his secrets and techniques by sharing some of his recipes here.

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A submission from Ian Demroff

Driving up to the parking lots, the only thing audible is the roar of Indy Cars flying down the streets of Long Beach. I park and walk to the entrance of the Long Beach Grand Prix, my heart is in rhythm with the sound of the mighty V6 twin turbo engines revving to 12,200RPM’s. My name is Ian Demroff, and if you haven’t figured it out by now, I am a complete gear-head.

I have been religiously attending automotive events across the United States like Super Car Sunday, GoldRush Rally and Bimmerfest for about 4 years now and as of recent they have started to blend together. However, the Long Beach Grand Prix is one of my favorite

events of the year and always stands out from the rest. From the Formula Drift cars that make 1000whp+ to the GTLM class race cars, Stadium SUPER Trucks, there is so much to see.

Whether you are a gear-head like me or a family looking for a fun weekend adventure, there are machines for everyone to admire.

The best part, however, is seeing these cars at full throttle. If you have been to any kind of car event, more likely than not you have seen idiots who speed off in their exotics to impress the crowds. We “Oooo & Ahhh” at them; but there is no comparison to seeing full blown race cars being driven by professionals that go through corners at mind bending speeds. The atmosphere at the Long Beach Grand Prix is something you don’t get at any other car event.

It is something special I look forward to every year.

At the Long Beach Grand Prix, everyone is out enjoying the California sun, listening to the symphony of high horsepower cars scream throughout the entire day. It’s unlike any other car event. In the middle of the day you get to go to the paddock where all of your favorite IMSA racing drivers sit down and sign autographs for all of their fans. If you head on over to the convention center, you can watch Pirelli World Challenge teams, and Formula

Drift teams meticulously tune and work on their cars for either qualifying or their big race. It’s an awesome experience because you are literally standing 2-5 feet away from racecars that are worth anywhere from $100,000-$1,000,000.

The Long Beach Grand Prix is an all-day event, so if being in beautiful, So Cal weather whilst surrounded by racecars, friends and fellow car enthusiasts for upwards of 6 hours isn’t your thing – it is not the place for you. But if you are a gearheads like me, I look forward to seeing you there in 2017.

Cars For Sale

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tom interior and lift off top by Mike Harper Interiors. Custom Dash, VDO gauges, Ron Francis wiring.

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The undercarriage is as detailed as the rest of the Hi-boy. All records.

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1968 Camaro SS

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Car is running and registered.

1968 Camaro SS big block. Not the original motor or trans. This Camaro is a barn find! A true throwback to the Van Nuys Blvd. Racing Days. It has a 468 Big Block with 12.5 to 1 Compression. Forged crank, Chromoly rings, studs on the bottom end, solid cam. Ported and polished heads

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1964 Corvette Fuelie Beautiful Fulie Corvette. Great condition, clean title, running, registered, ready for you!

2002 rare Targa Carrera Porsch A very clean one-owner Beverly Hills car with 30,000 on new factory Porsche engine for 69,000 total miles. Automatic trans, power roof, windows, locks. Carerra wheels.

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1972 Corvette LT-1 A very nice, numbers matching LT-1. Clean title, rebuilt motor, new tires, original saddle interior, Lojack, registered and running like a top. Original color

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The finest detail center the world has ever known: Lavaggio: The Art of Auto Detailing Story by: Dustin Troyan

When I first heard of Lavaggio, I didn’t believe what I was told. “The most amazing detailing facility ever built!” that was the quote. Years ago, I had an auto detailing business and all of us know, auto detailing is a bay or a trailer. So, when I heard about Lavaggio, I just wrote it off. Over the next couple of month’s, I kept hearing about Lavaggio and it always followed with “you must go see it, you will not believe it.” So, curiosity got the best of me and I headed over. Exiting the 101 fwy at Reyes Adobe, I was told I could not miss it, “turn right off the freeway and make the first right onto Canwood St. and you will see it on your left.”

So off the freeway I went, turned right and right onto Canwood Street. But, something must be wrong. All I see is a spa or a medical building, everything else is

residential. There is no detail center around here? So, I drove back and forth a few times and I kept seeing the Lavaggio waterfall and signage by the street, but where was the facility? All I see is this stunning building that is reminiscent of a Tuscan villa. So, I turned into the medical building or villa or whatever it was and my jaw dropped, IT WAS LAVAGGIO!

A little intimidated, I pulled into the parking lot. I didn’t understand. This was the detailing facility? I walked up the marble steps and entered automotive nirvana. Allow me to assure you with 100% certainty; there is no other detail facility on the planet like Lavaggio. Everything I was told was true, and more.

Lavaggio is an entirely new concept in auto detailing. It is not a bay or a body shop, it is quite possibly the nicest automotive venue that has ever been created. Lavaggio is dedicated to one simple principle: Exceed your expectations.

To fully understand Lavaggio, you must visit. No expense has been spared in providing your vehicle and yourself with the finest experience possible.

So what makes Lavaggio so special?

It begins when you pull onto the property. As you pull in the lull of waterfalls immediately puts you at ease. Lavaggio’s service advisor, Gabriel greets you with a friendly smile and an extremely high level of expertise. Once you have agreed upon a service, you enter Lavaggio’s state-of-the-art building. The concierge greets you, not unlike a five star hotel. She asks if you are “staying” or if you would like to be “transported” back to your home or office. Now here is where it starts to get very interesting. Included in the price of every service is a meal made to order and a ride to your home or office if needed.

Do you need me to repeat that? You pull up to get your vehicle washed or detailed and you have your choice of a freshly made meal and/ or a ride back to the office!

NO EXTRA CHARGE!

If it is the case that you decide you are going to stay at Lavaggio while your vehicle is being cleaned, you have your choice of relaxing on their stunning patio, watching the flat-screen TV inside, using one of three iMacs or your own wireless laptop or device.

And, this is only a small portion of the facility! If it is the case that you have work to be done or want a little more privacy, just head upstairs and there is a desk and a private sitting area as well as offices that are available to you. At no extra charge!

Ok, ok, sounds great, but if I am getting a ride home and a return pick up to get my vehicle and a complimentary meal, this place must cost a fortune right? WRONG! That is the most amazing part of the Lavaggio experience; it is priced at a level that anyone can afford! In fact, it is price better than most other quality detail shops and mobile detailers. Throw in the lunch, amenities and pampering, it is a no-brainer.

Back to exceeding expectations, the

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base service is the Lavaggio Signature Wash.

Now, what you have to understand here is that their wash is everybody else’s mini-detail or detail. That signature wash which is expertly executed by detailers, is fully customized to each vehicle, meaning that it is not a conveyor or a line, it is two detail professionals using mineral free water (R-O water) in a dedicated wash bay utilizing the finest products available. After the car is washed, it is pulled into the detail bay. Oh, the detail bay.

Again, I assure you with 100% certainty that you have never seen such a detail bay or work area (see next page). Your vehicle is pulled into the bay and the detailers go to work on the inside and exterior of the vehicle. Your floor mats are put through a state-of-the-art washing and sanitizing machine. Your steering wheel, shifter and door handle are sanitized. From your wheels to your windows to your gas door, the attention to detail on the Signature Wash far exceeds the norm. To ensure the paint looks great, the detailers finish the vehicle with a liberal portion of detail

spray. Yes, this is the wash! Upon completion, your vehicle is inspected three times.

THREE TIMES! This ensures that Lavaggio lives up to its promise: Exceeding your expectations. If this is just the wash, imagine the detail!

Also worth noting are the big, sound proof bay windows, which are incorporated into the structure. Every step of the way you can observe the skilled technicians perfecting your vehicle! Nothing is hidden and the entire process is there for you to see.

The entire approach at Lavaggio is to ensure that you are 100% comfortable with every aspect of your experience and the services being rendered on your vehicle.

When I tell you that you have to experience Lavaggio, you really must. I believe it actually takes a few visits to really understand the scope of what Lavaggio has to offer ant the vision that has been recognized. Lavaggio is truly redefining auto detailing.

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When one publishes a magazine, space is a precious commodity. I figured I would dedicate three pages to Lavaggio, but I could not tell the whole Lavaggio story in just three pages. I could actually dedicate a whole magazine to really elaborate on the level of detail at Lavaggio, but if you are a car guy like me, check out this one of a kind detail bay.

To detail properly, you must have an environment, which is conducive to detailing. Environmentally factors like temperature, wind, fallout (overspray, dirt/ dust in the air, other pollutants) all play a major role in the preparation, application and execution of detailing. At Lavaggio, the detail bay was designed to guarantee that Lavaggio had the perfect environment. From the climate controlled bay to the “clean room” air treatment system to remove dust and pollutants in the air,

to the natural lighting, and the finest and most modern equipment, Lavaggio is truly one of a kind.

The detail team at Lavaggio has been trained, retrained, trained again, some more training and they are always training. Enough is never enough and to stay sharp, industry experts are in constant contact and are being flown in from all over the United States to ensure the Lavaggio team is current on all new techniques, products and information.

At Lavaggio, detailing is more than detailing, it is keeping you and your family healthy! Lavaggio has researched and found that there is a direct relationship between time spent in a car and illness.

This is often attributed to contaminants in your vehicle. Research shows that if you eat in your vehicle, have kids or animals, your vehicle can be as dirty if not dirtier

than your toilet. It’s true, Google it! To combat this, Lavaggio has taken a “health approach” and again, invested in training and equipment to kill germs and bacteria in your vehicle. The purpose of this “Health Approach” was simply that the Lavaggio management felt it was their responsibility to keep their guests and the guest’s families healthy.

The lift in the corner. Yup, you got it, concours detailing. There was such a high demand from guests that wanted more than just the top and inside of their vehicles done, that Lavaggio decided to put in a lift with extra-low ramps (for the sports cars owners out there). Lavaggio offers concours detailing and under-carriage detailing. They offered a story about a set of wheels that they were preparing for a guest. The wheels were to be put on a vintage Ferrari that was to head up to Concor-

so Italiano. So Lavaggio went to work on the wire wheels and the vintage tires. Having completed the “Concours wheel and tire service”, what did Lavaggio do? They called in a local certified concours judge and had them inspected prior to delivery to the client. The vehicle took a trophy!

What types of vehicles frequent Lavaggio? On any given day, you will see a mom pull up in a SUV or a Prius owner pulling in. The irony is that most people think that Lavaggio is only for “certain cars,” but truth be told, every type of car imaginable pulls in on a daily basis. I have been there when a boat pulled in, followed by a Carrera Gt, then a couple “soccer moms” in SUVs and then a Harley. Lavaggio was created to suit the needs of every type of vehicle owner and every type of vehicle. I have seen 4x4s covered in mud from weekend in the desert to real 440 6-pack Cudas to Hondas,

Toyotas, Kias and everything else under the sun. Lavaggio is such a value and an experience, once you visit, you have found a new home.

Lavaggio has also reached out to the car community. From offering their facility to car clubs and charitable foundations, to holding private events at to partnering with dealerships and manufacturers. Lavaggio has hosted guests like the Santa Barbara Porsche Club and parties and receptions from Lamborghini Aventador Launch parties with the Auto Gallery, Vista Ford Racing Mustang drives, McLaren Beverly Hills test drives, Tesla test drives, and so on and so forth. Lavaggio is becoming a central hub for everything automotive.

Back to the detailing. Lavaggio takes such great care of your vehicle and they take it so seriously, every vehicle is inspected three times by three different

trained experts. The technicians wear white cloth gloves and lab coats. Upper management will even does “spot inspections” to ensure the highest level of work possible. And, within 48 hours, a follow up call is made to the guest to ensure that their experience was of the approval of the guest. At Lavaggio, the experience is in the details and they are in the detail business and trust me, it shows.

Being very immersed in the automotive world, I have never come across such an organization and operation. Lavaggio has truly set a new bar that will be very hard to replicate if it is even possible.

Again, I have to stress, you have to visit the location to fully understand what has been created.

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Lavaggio continued

Above: Lavaggio’s Concierge

Below: Relax in luxury

Above: Lavaggio’s Concierge Below: The waterfall on the corner of Reyes Adobe and Canwood Street, you have arrived.

The Platinum Club at Lavaggio: Lavaggio has had such great demand for a “yearly program”, that they came up with a concept called the “Platinum Club.” The Platinum Club is a yearly program in which you enroll your vehicle. The program allows you to get your vehicle unlimited Signature Washes. Yes, that does mean every day. It entitles you to a meal with every visit, concierge services, local car service, use of the business centers and offices, invitations to private events and product launches.

Above: Three Imacs and big bay windows to watch the detailing.

Above: The Lavaggio Boardroom. Yes, it too is available for use!

Below: The attention to detail extends to every aspect of Lavaggio!

It also entitles you to (4) Ultimate Details, A Lease Return Detail & A New Car Detail (in the case that you trade in your vehicle), VIP treatment. You might ask if anyone gets their car washed everyday and the answer is “yes”, they do. The value of just the washes once a week is well over $2500.00, not including the Ultimate Details, the meal with each visit, the New vehicle and Lease return details and all of the amenities. The true value of this programs is somewhere over the $4600.00 mark. But in classic Lavaggio style, they have priced the Platinum

Club around $2,000.00 and even have payment options available to you. In essence, your vehicle is guaranteed to be clean and resale value or trade-in value is realized.

I have personally enrolled two vehicles and have to tell you that it is the finest experience ever. I would suggest joining to everyone.

For more info on Lavaggio & the Platinum Club: 818-584-3240

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