Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 19 Issue #47 November 21-27, 2019

Vol. 19 Issue #47

Nov. 21-27, 2019

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Vol. 19 Issue 47 Nov 21-27, 2019

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics Butch Pate Michael Corazzelli Craig Wise Web Producer Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Senior Feature Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors PC Svcs, Jim Kinne, Cartoon Speed Shop, General Motors, Chevrolet, Corvette, MOTOR TREND, National Corvette Museum Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography

The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast USA Shows Midwest USA Shows Cruise-In’s Across the USA 2019 Chicago WOW Show Upcoming Car Shows BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED 0ut The Back Door

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Cover: Chicago World of Wheels by Jimmy B Contents Page: Cool new art from Jim KInne @ the Cartoon Speed Shop

Advertising Publisher: Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Car Show & Event listings, Cruise Night Listings, Personal FOR SALE/SWAP ads, Car Club Listings are all listed for free.

For all other advertising cost & availabilities contact Jim Brandau at 615-3002003 8am—6pm CST or at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com Editorial content is the sole property of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. All information contained in each issue is the sole opinion and comments of the editor. The opinions and comments expressed in this issue do not reflect in any way either written or implied on any of the Sponsors or Advertisers in each issue. No portion of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE maybe reproduced in any form, without written permission from the publisher .All information relating to dates, times and locations of events is only as accurate, as provided to the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. The GEARHEAD GAZZETTE will not be held responsible for any errors

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“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….” “and give it a more nostalgia or traditional look? “

“CALLING ALL CAR SHOW, CRUISE-IN & GEARHEAD EVENT INFO for 2020”…

sorry as that is all we have to share.

We cant enough about having a flyer for your event. Those flyers get more looks than anything else. The better looking the flyer, the more people will check it out. We use the flyers in the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE but we also share them on our Facebook page for more FREE exposure for your event.

It’s that time again, time for all you gearheads to help us help you.

That’s a mouthful isn’t it!

While the 2019 events are winding down for the end of the year and the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons, here at the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE, we are in loading in all kinds of 2020 gearhead events.

Have you sent yours to us yet? If you haven't do it right now! Event listings are always FREE!! Send us an event flyer too as we use those too.

Make sure to highlight special features of your event too. Again if people don’t know what’s going on, how do you expect them to come out and support your event.

AGAIN HOW CAN YOU BEAT FREE! When you do send us your event info, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make sure that your event info includes a contact number or email, address of the event including town and state. Don’t ASSUME that everyone knows where your event is just by the name of it. Fact is we get more questions when we post events that don’t have all the info and all we can do is say we are

Even if you don’t put on a show but have a favorite show, send us that flyer and info also. We will share it with all our readers and followers so they can get in on the fun too.

Your turn...send us that info now!

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“the fun starts here”….

Ford takes the wraps off the Mustang Mach-E electric SUV Ford Motor Co. packed many "firsts" into the Mustang Mach-E unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show Sunday night.

It's Ford's first fully battery-electric SUV. It's the first electric Mustang. It's the first four-door Mustang. And it's the first all-new Ford to have been fully planned, designed and launched

by CEO Jim Hackett and his executive team since he was appointed more than two years ago.

Available beginning next fall, the five-passenger 2021 Mustang Mach-E will have multiple models, battery options, and rear-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations. The automaker says rear-drive models equipped with extended-range batteries are targeting an EPAestimated range of at least 300 miles, comparable to that of a single tank of gasoline in similar SUVs. Said Kumar Galhotra, Ford president of North America: "We chose to do something only Ford can do."

All five trim levels of the Mach-E take exterior design cues from the Mustang line. Familiar tri-bar headlights and tail lamps are coupled with a recognizable swooping shark-nose hood. Designers and engineers lengthened the wheelbase from original plans to give the silhouette a crouched, sporty look. Rear "haunches" create a powerful-looking back end.

Designers said they wanted the Mach E to look like a fist punching through the air.

They also took streamlining cues from the Lincoln Continental by hiding door latches and buttons in the windowline above the doors.

The Mach E needed to move like a Mustang, too. A low center of gravity aims to let it handle the road like a pony car.

The instant torque from the battery-powered motor promises to give it a new kind of acceleration. The all-wheel drive Mach-E equipped with extendedrange battery will deliver the equivalent of 332 horsepower and 417 pound-feet of torque.

The standard rear-wheel drive model is aiming for a 0-60 mph time faster than the 5.1 seconds of the base Porsche Macan.

Two additional performance trims are planned: The GT is targeting a 0-60 time under 4 seconds; the GT Performance Edition is targeting a mid 3-second 0-60 time. Both would deliver 459 horsepower and 612 pound-feet of torque.

The Mustang Mach-E will start $44,995, including $1,100 destination charge. GT models will start at $61,600. All qualify for a $7,500 federal tax credit. They will be built in Cuautitlan, Mexico.

Ford benchmarked the Tesla Model 3 (starting price: $39,490) for the Mach-E design that shares Tesla touches like a panoramic glass roof and a big vertical tablet screen.

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push to innovate. Ford has lagged the competition on EV investment. While it has had electric vehicles — and a number of hybrids — in its lineup, it never sold many.

"Ford has taken a lot of heat for being behind on EVs, but the Mach-E could be just the thing the company needs to quiet the naysayers," said Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds executive director of insights. "The green-car market is split into two camps: those who want to make a flashy statement with a luxury EV, and practical buyers who want a more efficient version of a vehicle they’re already familiar with. Mach-E is trying to offer the best of both worlds: a functional SUV with a design that stands out, from a brand shoppers know and trust."

Said Paul Johnston, who worked on the vehicle architecture for the Mach-E: "We're asking one car to do a lot."

Three drive-modes will be at drivers' fingertips: "Whisper" is the tamest, with no amplified motor sounds or flashy instrument cluster animations. "Engage" and "Unbridled" modes amplify all of those sensory points, and add synthesized acceleration sounds in the cabin.

An all-new Sync system will debut on a 15.5-inch vertical screen; it will learn driver preferences and make personalized suggestions for apps and other things. Mach-E's will be equipped with hardware ready for Ford's first true hands-free driver-assist system; over-the-air software updates will be delivered once the system is ready.

The electric drivetrain allows for a few new interior quirks.

Because the battery pack is under the floor, that frees up a "frunk" under the hood up front with 4.8 cubic feet of storage to hold the equivalent of a carry-on bag. Because the compartment is made of plastic and has a drain, Ford thinks customers could use the frunk to hold things like ice and beverages, dirty boots and particularly fragrant carryout food. The rear trunk has 29 cubic feet of space, and seats fold down for 59.6 cubic feet.

Ford has also reworked the cabin to make the most of the freed-up space. The center console has a tiered stowage system. A flip-up armrest offers a place to stash handbags.

The 288 lithium-ion cells in the standard-range battery pack and the 376 cells in the extended-range pack will be protected in waterproof cases surrounded by crash protection. The liquid-cooled batteries are designed to handle cold as low as minus-40. Ford is partnering with battery-maker LG Chem Ltd. to make them.

Ford is taking pre-orders for the Mustang Mach-E with $500 deposits. Performance models won't be available until early 2021, but officials said the pre-order system will help the automaker allocate supply as they start rolling out in Mexico later this year.

The automaker will offer charging options, including home installation of charging ports.

Buyers will have access to the FordPass Connect Network with 12,500 charging stations around the country and the ability to plan long trips.

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Corvette C8 Wins MotorTrend Car of the Year!

MotorTrend's Car of the Year award has been called "one of the most prestigious honors bestowed in the auto industry,” and last night in Los Angeles, the C8 Corvette Stingray won the coveted 2020 title.

The 2020 Corvette beat out eight other finalists by excelling in six areas: advanced design, engineering excellence, performance of intended function, efficiency, safety and value. With its redesigned midengine configuration, flawless interior, sleek exterior design and attainable price-tag, it’s no wonder the Corvette exceeded judges’ expectations.

How MotorTrend decided on the winner: 33 cars were delivered to the Hyundai Motor Group California Proving Ground in California City. Over the course of the week, MotorTrend’s team conducted the following tests: 0-60 mph, 60-0 quarter-mile, Figure-eights, Accident-avoidance maneuvers. Once the track test was complete, the judges moved onto testing the vehicles on Winding roads, Highspeed ovals & Intentionally distressed road surfaces. The following two days consisted of “real-world” testing on a 27.6-mile road loop to check out the cars’ audio, climate, and infotainment systems, including things such as navigation, smartphone pairing, hands-free voice controls, active cruise control and lane keeping technology.

The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray ultimately beat out a long list of solid contenders, including Tesla Model 3, Porsche 911 Carrera S, Audi 8, Mercedes A-Class, Mercedes-AMG GT, Subaru Legacy, Toyota Supra and Kia Soul.

Judges were particularly impressed by the Corvette’s interior materials, comfort, design and performance.

“We have been looking forward to the arrival of the mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette for so long, that you’d think there is no way it could live up to the weight of expectations, but the all -new C8 Corvette epitomizes what it means to be MotorTrend’s 2020 Car of the Year,” said MotorTrend Editor-in-Chief Edward Loh..

The C8 Corvette, which was first revealed in July 2019, is the car’s first major release since 2014.

“It’s an honor for the Corvette team to receive this coveted award from MotorTrend against the best the industry has to offer,” said Tadge Juechter. “Our design and engineering teams spent several years sweating the details to deliver the first mid-engine Corvette. To have a third party validate our hard work makes it all worthwhile.”

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Last C7 Stingray Corvette to be Delivered, Donated at National Corvette Museum It’s the end of an era – Thursday, November 14 was the last day of production for the C7 Corvette. The final car, a Z06, rolled off the end of the assembly line at approximately 3:10pm. The car was purchased at Barrett Jackson for $2.7 million by Dan Snyder.

But the 2nd to last car? That Corvette will call the National Corvette Museum home. The car is the last Stingray to be built and was purchased by Museum Lifetime Member and supporter Ivan Schrodt. Ivan will take delivery of the Corvette Wednesday, November 20 at 2pm CT, and will then hand the keys over to the Museum in a ceremony on Corvette Boulevard.

Media and the public are invited to participate in the festivities.

The ceremony will also be live streamed on the Museum's Facebook page.

The ceremony will start at 2pm Central Time at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green KY

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NOV 2019: NOV 22-24: MOULTRIE GA: MOULTRIE SWAP MEET: Here we go again! 3 Day Automotive Event where you can find Parts, Tools, Literature, Equipment, Antique and Performance Parts, Jewelry, Crafts, Clothing, Candles, Women's Accessories, Collectible and Special Interest Items. Our Car Corral offers hundreds of vehicles displayed for sale. Moultrie Swap Meet is The South's Fastest Growing Swap Meet with

70,000 Sq. Ft. of Inside Spaces and over 4,000 outside spaces. We offer over 50 Acres of FREE Parking, FREE Parts Hauling (TIPS ARE ALLOWED), 24 Hour Security, Plenty of Great Tasting Food and Multiple Restroom Facilities plus we have a 5,000 Ft. Airstrip on site just for added convenience. NO PETS ALLOWED! NO GOLF CARTS ALLOWED! NO CANCELATIONS/ REFUNDS after November 1st, 2019. Don't miss out this year. We already have more register participants than the last November event.

Make plans now to attend! Event is located at Spence Field on Hwy 133 South. The weather is looking like its gonna be a great weekend down south for us this year.

Bring the kiddos out and let them experience the past, children 12 and under are FREE! $10 Adult ADMISSION. For more info go to http://moultrieswapmeet.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/events/517353759105855/ NOV 23: CHATTANOOGA TN: 5TH ANNUAL Chattanooga Cruise In Toy Drive: Join us for the 5th annual Chattanooga Cruise In Toy Drive, benefiting the Toys for Tots foundation. We're closing the streets and taking over local parking lots to provide plenty of parking for classic cars, hot rods, late model performance cars and much more. The event is free to the public, but we do ask that all participants bring a toy to donate to the cause. Event T-shirts will be available for only $10 and every penny

of T-shirt sales will be donated to Toys for Tots, thanks to Custom Werks Graphics.

Please join us at Toy Drive cruise in and invite your friends! Event located at COKER TIRE at 1317 Chestnut St. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/2540000729573798/

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NOV 2019: NOV 23: MARTIN TN: 4th ANNUAL HOT ROD HOLLOW HO DOWN: Hosted by LEGENS Hot Rod Shop located at 802 N. Lindell Street. Schedule: Show registration 8:00 11:00 & Show 11:00 - 2:00 12324 Hwy 45. Car show will begin at 802 N Lindell at 8:00 a.m. and we will travel together to 12324 Hwy 45 at 11:00 a.m. Pre '79 cars, trucks, buses, RV's, campers, boats, and bicycles only. Swap meet available. No alcohol or pets allowed. No fees-no prizes--just meet old and new friends and show off your rides. Friday afternoon (Nov. 22) fun run in the making. Details to come. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/LegensHotRods/ NOV 23: CLARKSVILLE TN: CHARITY CAR SHOW: Cash Express is hosting a car, truck, and bike show! November 23rd from 11am to 2pm at Safe Harbor Marina, 1190 Cumberland Drive, Clarksville, TN. Trophies will be awarded along with a lot of great prizes. The first 35 to enter the show will receive vouchers for a free appetizer or dessert at Longhorn. Some of the prizes will be a $150 exterior detail from Atten-

tion to detail, Two (2) - $30 fast passes, and 10 one time single use washes. There will also be other prizes as well. Registration: $20 money registration fee or $20 in toys/coats for a kid/teenager. Hotdogs and water will be provided to everyone that comes as well. They will be selling baked goods from Panera. If you enter the show, you will get a free baked item. For $2, you can get a Santa packet for your child to write to Santa. Spectators can visit for free but any donation will be greatly appreciated if you don't want to enter! If you're a vendor and want to be apart of the event, please contact 931-503-2477 or 931-645-8514 or go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/539483133567272/?active_tab=about NOV 23: COOKEVILLE TN: Boswell's Harley-Davidson Toy Parade – Cookeville: Join us for the 2019 Cookeville Toy Parade on Saturday November 23. Benefitting the Cookeville PD PAL... staging will be at the Train Depot in the historic west side. Registration is at 10:00AM and KSU at 12NOON. After party at Boswell's Country Roads Harley-Davidson located at 1424 Interstate Drive. Cash donations & new toys requested. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/518226205645009/

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NOV 2019: NOV 23: HOUMA LA: CACKLEFEST & CAR SHOW: Located at south Louisiana Dragway Reunion. Southland Dragway and LaPlace Dragway, Pel State Dragway. More details to be announced at a later date. For more info: www.Southlanddragway.com NOV 23: JEFFERSON GA: Benefit Car Show: Event being held at Arcade Congregational Holiness Church located at 171 Highway 82 South. ALL proceeds benefit a Mission to Ecuador. Registration Fee $20.00 / Pre-Registration $15.00 by calling Daniel 706-870-1323. Car Show begins at Noon and ends at 4:00pm. Trophies for Best of Show, 1st thru 5th Place and 2 Pastor Choices. Door prizes, Food.

NOV 24: SEVIERVILLE TN: Toys for Tots Car Show: Presented by the East Tennessee Breakfast Club. To be held at Quaker Steak & Lube from 10:00am - 3:00pm at the corners of the Parkway & Collier Drive. All makes and models are welcome! NO Entry Fee!!!! Must bring a new unwrapped for ages 1-10. (No stuffed animals). Over $4,000 worth of prizes will be awarded during the event. For more info, contact Bob

Millard 586-703-2381 or email bobm1933@yahoo.com NOV 24: LOUISVILLE KY: 2ND ANNUAL Cruisin for a Claus Hot Rod Toy Run: Here we go again! Don’t put those hot rods away just yet! Join us for the 2nd annual Cruisin For A Claus Hot Rod Toy Run. We are meeting in the parking lot at Iroquois park, near the amphitheater at 10am. We will line up in the parking lot, and the parade starts at noon. We have a police escort this year, and Santa himself will be joining us again this year. We had 100 cars last year and raised over 4 thousand dollars in toys. l’m hoping for 150 hot rods this year! All toys and donations go directly to Norton’s Children’s Hospital. Let’s put a smile on a child’s face again this Christmas! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/933954913608414/

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NOV 2019: NOV 23-24: ROSEMONT (CHICAGO AREA) IL: 11TH ANNUAL Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals: All indoor show devoted to the country’s finest Muscle Cars, Dealer-built Supercars and Corvettes. “The Center of the Muscle Car Universe” says Muscle Car Review magazine. Over 500 prime examples of American Muscle. Ford and Mercury Total Performance Invitational display, Pontiac Ram Air GTO Invitational, Super Bee &

Roadrunner A12 Reunion, Chevelle Post Body Sedan Invitational, Shelby & Mustang Pinnacle competition, 1969 50th Anniversary display, Corvette Central Triple Diamond display and competition and more TBA. Also featuring Vintage Certification for unrestored originals and our fun Barn Finds and Hidden Gems along with Muscle Bicycles and automotive only vendors. Event being held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center at 5555 N River Rd. Located minutes from Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. Title Sponsor; Mecum Auctions, Presenting Sponsor; Bill Stasek Chevrolet. For more info call (586) 549-5291 or email bashton426@gmail.com or go to www.mcacn.com .

NOV 24: SPRINGFIELD OH: WALNECKS MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET: Swap/Show will have American, British, Japanese, Euro, Dirt Bikes, parts, used and new, Leather, Patches and Sewing, T- Shirts and all kinds of bikes and what-nots for sale; including motorcycle posters. Location: Clark County Fairgrounds at 4401 South Charleston Pike. Commercial Vendors. Hours: 8am-2pm. Admission: Admission Charge (no price given). For more info call (937) 323-3090 or go to https:// www.eventcrazy.com/Springfield-OH/events/details/78910-Walnecks-MotorcycleSwap-Meet

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3rd THURSDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : HIXSON TN: CRUISE-IN AT THE FOOD CITY: Join us on the 3rd Thursday of the month for a cruise-in at Food City in Lakesite (Dallas Bay) located at 8530 Hixson Pike, from 6pm to 9pm. All cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome to come hangout and show off your ride. Be sure to bring a chair. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/246151456269438/ 4th FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : KNOXVILLE TN: ADVANCED AUTO PARTS CRUISE NIGHTS: Come join Summer Knight Cruisers Knoxville each month year round for a night of cool rides, good people and family fun. If you like talking cars, trucks, or motorcycles then stop by and see us. All are welcome. Cruise is held on the 4th Friday night at 7700 Oak Ridge Hwy. Cruise starts at 5pm. Cruise runs year round as long as weather permitting and 60 degrees or above. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/288777841667635/ EVERY SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located at 633 Frazier Drive.

NCC is a free to attend Shine and Show event. If you are a vendor, car club or if you have any questions, please send us a message. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/nashvillecarsncoffee/ HENDERSONVILLE TN: Community Cars and Coffee Cruise-In: Cruise location is at Community Church parking lot, 381 West Main Street (behind McDonalds). Hours: 7 to 10 am, thru October 26th. Cruise being held on every Saturday morning. NO Loud Music, NO Burn-Outs! For more info contact, Wayne, 615-582-1958 4th FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : KNOXVILLE TN: ADVANCED AUTO PARTS CRUISE NIGHTS: Come join Summer Knight Cruisers Knoxville each month year round for a night of cool rides, good people and family fun. If you like talking cars, trucks, or motorcycles then stop by and see us. All are welcome. Cruise is held on the 4th Friday night at 7700 Oak Ridge Hwy. Cruise starts at 5pm. Cruise runs year round as long as weather permitting and 60 degrees or above. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/288777841667635/

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Every Monday Night from 5-9 at the Wendy’s on Rt 47. Cruise-In, free small frosty or drink. Dash plaques while they last. Car Cruises, outdoor movies, concerts on the first Monday June –October. We meet all year on every Monday. Call Ken at 815-942-2032, or just show up.

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FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S:

CHANDLER AZ: HAPPY HOUR CAR SHOW & LIVE MUSIC: Cruise held every Friday Night. Cruise is held at the Patio at the Forum located at 2301 S Stearman Drive.

Cruise runs from 4-8pm. Free wood fired pizza from 5-6:30apm. Bring your cars or just come and have fun.

PASADENA TX: FREDDYS STEAKBURGERS FRIDAY NIGHT CAR, TRUCK & BIKE MEET: Cruise happens every Friday night from 6-10pm. Takes place at the Freddy's location at 4637East Sam Houston Pkwy. Open to all makes & models. Kid & pet friendly.

No burnouts and no revving.

LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: KILLEEN TX: CARS & COFFEE KILLEEN: A free event held on the last Sunday of each month from 9am -12noon. Cruise is at the Domain Clear Creek Plaza at 2408 S Clear Rd. Community*Coffee*Car. A monthly social event for car enthusiasts. For more info follow them at www.facebook.com/killeencandc MESQUITE TX: BUBBA’S 33 CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Cruise is held on the last Sunday of each month. Located at Bubba’s 33 at 19089 Hwy 635. Event runs from 12-4pm. 30 classes with awards. 30 classes. Open to all makes, models and years. Motorcycles are welcome. Free dash plaques to the 1st 50 cars to register.$15.00 registration fee. Registration from 11:30am – 2pm. For more info call 469-632-6993

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN GARDEN GROVE CA: GARDEN GROVE MAIN ST CAR SHOW: Cruise is held every Friday night from 5-8pm. Enter on north side off Acacia Pkwy. Hot Rods, Muscle cars, trucks, trophies, awards, raffles, music, food and vendors. Bring your friends and family for good times.

LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH CRUISE NIGHT: Held every Friday. Meet at Rosie’s at Dog Beach Parking lot. Leave the beach at 8pm. Head to the IN-N-Out in Signal Hill over around 9pm. For more info go to Long Beach SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN LOS GATOS CA: CLASSIC CRUISING: Cruising every Saturday Night starting at 7pm.

Cruise is on unless it rains. Cruise is held at Classic Burgers of Los Gatos at 15737 Los Gatos

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4th SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : PENNGROVE CA: PENNGROVE CARS & COFFEE: Open to all years and models. Starts at 9am every 4th Sunday morning. Hosted by Penngrove Market at 10070 Main St. Food and beverage available at market.

LAST SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : ROHNERT PARK CA: ROHNERT PARK CARS & COFFEE: Cruise is held on the last Sunday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held at the Rohnert Park Starbucks at 459 Rohnert Park Expressway West. Located by the Juice Shack, TARGET & Panda Express.

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The 57th Annual Chicago...when you hear someone talk about the city it usually brings to mind many different things. Really cold weather and lots of snow in the in the winter, the CUBS and BEARS, of course Chicago style hot dogs and real deep dish pizza too. All of these are true of the Windy City’s heritage and culture and fun.

There’s one more that we know HAS TO BE included when you talk about Chicago...The Chicago World of Wheels Show.

Yes...you just have to! It's been a part of the Chicago area and the Midwest gearhead scene for over 57 years now.

There’s a lot that has come and gone in the Windy City over 57 years, but the Chicago World of Wheels just gets better every year.

While it’s called the Chicago World of Wheels, it did move to the Donald Stephens Conventions Center in Rosemont IL, just over the city border some years back. This move is a very good one for both participants and show goers too.

Great facility that is much easier to get in and out of for everyone.

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show, or it’s been more than a couple of years since you have attended the Chicago WOW show, get off your backside and go to the 2020 show...you will be glad you did.

The Chicago World of Wheels show is actually many shows under one roof. You have the full blown ISCA show going on.

Chicago is the home for the ISCA Grand Finale Championship. The men and women who have competed all year long in the ISCA points battle, and who have risen to the top in each of their respective classes, come to the Chicago World of Wheels / ISCA Grand Finale to see who is crowned Grand Champion. All of these awesome vehicles are set up in the middle of the event on the main floor, as they should be.

The Legend Cup competition is a unique to Chicago event. To compete for the Legend Cup, the vehicle has to be shown for the first time at this event. It may have been shown at other events, but it has to be the first time shown in Chicago to be eligible. This award is very much sought after by many. Detroit Autorama Great eight vehicles, RIDLER winners and AMBR winners have traveled to and competed for the LEGEND cup in past years. The competition sees 3 parts.

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CUP winner is announced. See our 2019 LEGEND CUP coverage in our March 11 2019 issue, available on our website in the PAST ISSUES section TIN CITY is always loads of fun with traditional hot rods and customs being shown without barriers and stanchions. Add in great live Rockabilly music, a pin-up contest and all kinds of great vendors and this part of the show is definitely have a GREAT time.

The CYCLE-RAMA motorcycle show in the Chicago World of Wheels is HUGE. Name a class of bike and its here. Baggers, choppers, old school, new school, high tech or old tech it’s all on display in its own area.

One of the best events taking place all weekend long as part of the Chicago World of Wheels is the Chicago Brushmasters Charity Auction. Hundreds of artists, pinstripers and volunteers get together each year to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House of Chicago. The pieces and collectibles offered for auction and given from the heart of these men and women is the best we have seen anywhere.

Add in special guest appearances by many TV and Racing legends and Icons in the hot rod world all weekend long. TUNER day is on Saturday only upstairs. With over 700 cool cars trucks and bikes over 3 gearhead fun filled days, you can see why we saw this is a can’t miss show.

Mark your calendar for March 6-8 for the 2020 Chicago World of Wheels. You know we’ll be there… you should too!

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NOV 2019: NOV 28-DEC 1: DAYTONA FL: 46TH ANNUAL DAYTONA TURKEY RUN: Show admission: $15/day Thursday- Sat. $10.00 on Sunday. Children under 11 are Free!

SHOW HOURS: Thursday - Saturday 8:00AM to 4:00PM. Sunday 8:00AM to 2:00PM. A FAMILY EVENT HELD IN THE INFIELD OF THE DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY. Over 5000 collector cars on display in the eastern section of the infield of the Daytona International Speedway. No classes or awards, just a lot of FUN! Looking for that special collector car? It's probably for sale in our Car Corral. Over 1500 cars on display and ready for sale or trade. Collector car parts and memorabilia as far as the eye can see. If you own a collector car this is the place. The part you need is available here. Handmade crafts and fashion items for everyone. Roam the aisles and find that special gift that can't be found elsewhere. We accept all vehicles 30 years and older. (1989). In addition to vehicles 30 years and older we accept all: Mustangs, Corvettes, Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, Prowlers, Vipers, SSR's, Foreign & Do-

mestic Exotics. If you have any questions concerning the eligibility of your vehicle contact us at rick@turkeyrun.com or phone. (386-767-9070). If you registered a qualifying vehicle and for ANY reason you could not bring it, you may drive another qualifying vehicle into the show. You may not enter your tow vehicle, rental car, family van or any other non-qualifying vehicle. For information on registering for reserved Club Club Parking contact stinky@turkeyrun.com or call 386-405-4507.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THE 46th ANNUAL TURKEY RUN CAR SHOW IS OPEN. Vehicles must be suitable. For more info go to http://www.turkeyrun.com or go to https://www.facebook.com/turkeyrun/ NOV 30: DAYTON TN: HOT ROD HOARDERS ANNUAL SWAP MEET: Located at Point Park by the Lake. No pre-registration, First come-first serve. All proceeds go to a local family in need. Show time 8am-1pm, Cars—Motorcycles—Memorabilia—Hot Rod Parts and Racing Parts. $20 Vendor Fee and Free spectator admission.

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NOV 2019: NOV 30: GUTHRIE KY: GUTHRIE CHRISTMAS PARADE: All Classic / Muscle Cars and Trucks are invited to attend our Christmas parade. Line starts at 10:00am - Parade starts at 11:00am. Parade line-up will be on East Park Street / College Hill by the old Guthrie School House area. Candy will be allowed to be tossed from the vehicle.

For more info, call Larry Clinard 270-483-2599 or Brandi Hembree 270-604-5677

or email: Guthriechristmasparade@gmail.com

DEC 2019: DEC 1: INDIANAPOLIS IN: Freeman's Super Sunday Swap Meet: The Midwest's Largest 1 day INDOOR Swap Meet! See hundreds of exhibitors displaying the widest selection of parts and services you could ever imagine. There are new and NOS (new old stock), along with the latest reproduction parts and restoration services available. For the Street and Custom Crowd, there are custom body panels, specialty wheels and tires, hi-performance parts, chrome accessories, customizing services, and a multitude of other specialty products. Event being held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds located at 1202 E 38th St. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/417954135813718/ NOV 2019: NOV 30: LUBBOCK TX: LUBBOCK MEET UP: Presented by the C10 Club Texas. Event starts at 630pm. Located just west of f WLAK*ON’s Bistreaux & Bar at 2630 W Loop 289. Please bring an unwrapped toy to donate for the LUBBOCL TOYS FOR TOTS program.

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NOV 2019: NOV 28-DEC 1: HOUSTON TX: 60TH ANNUAL AUTO RAMA AND 2019 CAR CORRAL: Houston's O'Reilly Auto Parts Autorama returns to the George R Brown Convention Center. See the coolest hot rods, custom, muscle cars and more. Make time to visit the Smokey and the Bandit Road Show featuring memorabilia, cars and impersonators! Shop for vehicles in the Car Corral Friday-Sunday! All weekend long, check out live music, Summit Racing Equipment's Chop Shop with Gene Winfield and the Pinstriper charity panel jam in the traditional rod area. Shorty's Hydraulics presents an incredible selection of Lowriders and check out the awesome trucks in Lone Star Throwdown's special section. During your visit, shop the vendors throughout the facility including the swap meet and women's world. See stage shows with the Texas Bikini Team and meet special guest on the celebrity stage. Guest meeting fans this year include: Aaron Kaufman from TV's "Shifting Gears" & "Fast & Loud" on Friday; Mike Finnegan from "Hot Rod Garage" and "Roadkill" on Saturday; WWE Superstar Samoa Joe on Sunday. Marvel Super Hero "Black Panther" will be taking photos with families on Saturday! Don't miss live music with Nick... For more info: www.autorama.com

DEC 2019: DEC 1: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PERFORMANCE SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and

high-performance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular Hot Roding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm.

ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person. PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to

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FOR SALE: 2007 Chevy Corvette. It has a 6.0 LS2 motor, Big cam and headers.

It has been tuned and also has new tires and exhaust. 34,900 miles. Contact Dennis Seals at (606)-536-9660 or (606)-634-4198.

Email: dennisseals@rocketmail.com. Location: Whitesburg, KY (9/26/13)

FOR SALE: Chevy 6 cyl. motor engine 1966 Chevy II 194 C.I. $275.00. Motor is from a 1966 Chevy II. 194 C.I. Head has about 3000 miles since 3 angle valve job, hardened valve seats and milled flat. The motor looked like a recent rebuild. Ran very good. Would make a nice ratrod motor. A 350 or 700r4 trans bolts up to it with no modifications. Call or text Mark 615-509-7361. (10/3/19)

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WANTED: I saw this blue 1969 Chevelle at the Wilson County Fair a few weeks ago. I would like find the owner to see if he is interested in selling it. I believe it is from the Nashville area.

It has a big block with aluminum heads and a 5 speed transmission.

Thanks, Gene Normandy TN email: ltgene@hotmail.com (10-3-19)

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Out The Back Door The Back Page is about cool cars, hot rods, race cars or??

We’re going to share a cool shot right here each issue.

Got one you think should be here...send it to us at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com.

We’ll pick the best for the week and use it right here.

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