Benicia Car Show, April 29, 2018
Congratulations to Chris & Charleen Gilbreth on winning the Benicia Car Show Founders Award and winning second place in the 1955-1960 Custom Car Class. BUTH club members registered 45 cars, and had 43 cars on display at the show. Several BUTH cars were professionally photographed at the car show. These cars include: Dennis Lowry's 1937 Pontiac Coupe, Mr. P's 1932 Roadster, Ray Biassotti's 1956 Ford F-100, and Tom Morrow's 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. Note BUTH has three of the beautifully designed 1958 Impala - copper, blue & white.
Jessie Bethel HS Cars on the Quad Show, April 12, 2018
The sunrise was abnormally bright from the east while the skyline was a brilliant blue without a cloud in the sky, and the temperature throughout the day rose to the mid-seventies and/or low 80's. About 7:30 am, a few dozen classics from the club rendezvoused at the Bank of America parking lot before driving to Jesse Bethel High School to participate in the annual "Cars On The Quad" car show - all proceeds benefit the Jesse Bethel Athletic Booster Association. During the trophy ceremony, the host announced that BUTH provided 32 of the 79 cars that entered the show. Additional cars were provided by Swanx Car Club and a local motorcycle club provide few dozen beautiful bikes. Throughout the morning, car owners wiped and shined their cars in preparation for inspection by the judges and voting spectators.
"Cars on the Quad" Music was provided by a local radio station - several local vendors supplied the BBQ and refreshments - entertainment was provided by the Jesse Bethel HS cheer and dance clubs. Voting and judging took place throughout the day, but counting the votes took place about 1:30 pm. We are proud to announce that our very own Mary Morrow won Best in Show with her 1965 Chevelle, Joe Gracie won 2nd Place Athletic Award with his 1969 Camaro SS, and Joe Jester was also a big winner with his 1957 Chevy Bel Air entry. At the conclusion, we were informed that BUTH provided 32 of the 79 car entries.
Boyz Under The Hood Cars n Coffee, April 15, 2018
The April BUTH Cars n Coffee was another excellent event in which several visiting participants (along with 20 club cars) showcased their cars to a few dozen spectators. The new exhibits included a British MG, a 53 Chevy Pickup truck, a 1931 Victoria classic, two beautiful 1957 Chevrolet cars. The gathering hosted about 25 cars, and entertained dozens who wanted to see the cars up close and ask questions about the restoration, drive-trains, and special paints. In fact, most of us were so busy talking we forgot to get refreshments - but we had a great time anyhow.
Boyz Under The Hood Cars n Coffee, March 18, 2018
It was a beautiful day as the rainy weather retreated on Sunday. The club hosted its third Cars n Coffee, with about 20 or so classic entries ... the newest of which was a 1964 Dodge Dart. The clubs' cars n coffee is gaining more popularity, and we had more pedestrians stop to inspect the cars. This weekends crowd exceeded 100 visitors. From my vantage, the 1965 Ford Mustang GT was the big hit and supposedly is all original. Lastly, Ralph Halford brought out his big red Plymouth (Hemi) - wow...did it look hot.
Paddock Bowl Car Cruise, March 10, 2018
Club bowling enthusiast met at Paddock Bowl in Pacheco to participate in the club annual bowl. More than a dozen club members and their guests bowled throughout, including Jeff Singley, Mary & Tom Morrow, Joe and Sharan Gracie, Steven and Dawna, Steve Lane, Curt & Stephanie Albrecht, Tom & Gina Duncan, Dan & Cristy Cordeiro, and others. The gang began bowling around 1100 and finished the day having lunch at a nearby drive-end restaurant. The gang took 5 classics, including Cordeiro's recent purchase - a red 1932 Ford Roadster. Lastly, don't ask who was the best bowler. They all claim that distinction, indicating that they just had an off day.
Bowling Exploits ... Joe and Sharan Gracie took part at the Paddock Bowl event. After bowling, the gang decided to stop at a drive-in restaurant for ice cream. As the gang got on the freeway, Sharan was separated from the group. When she entered the freeway, she punched it to catch the gang but immediately noticed the flashing red and blue lights of CHP flagging her over. When the officer asked why she was speeding (87 mph), she explained to him that she was trying to catch up with club members - including a blue and white Chevy ahead of them. After telling her story, the officer said he too was trying to catch that same blue and white Chevy, but stopped her instead. Not knowing at the time ... it turns out Sharan ran interference for Tom and the gang. The officer accepted her explanation and released her with a warning. When she rejoined the gang, they all gave her a big round of applause... article by Joe Gracie
Esparto Classic Car Show, Esparto, February 25, 2018
The day started early with Steve Lane leading 24 cars to the Esparto Classic Car Show 2018. At its conclusion, 25 Boyz cars participated in the show. The car show, as always, was well supported by other north bay car clubs and motorcycle clubs. While the day started very cold, it warmed up rather nicely and we enjoyed the warmth of the sun...while eating hot dogs, corn dogs and BBQ, and drinking draft beers and/or sodas. The club won 5 awards: John Harris' 69 Camaro - Chiefs Award, Larry Torres' 55 Chevy - 2nd best in class, Bill Norton's 40 Packard - 1st place, Larry Collins' - raffle bucket of cleaners, and 1st place club participation.
Boyz Under The Hood Cars n Coffee, February 18, 2018
The 2nd club Cars & Coffee was held, February 18, at the Starbucks Coffee on Admiral Callaghan Lane in Vallejo. First to arrive was Greg Conrad, Bill Norton, and Adolph Keyes. About 25 cars participated ... several from neighboring car clubs. Even though the weather was chili and windy, we all had plenty of coffee to keep us comfortable. The surprise of the day was a late entry (1967 Cutlas convertible - Pearl color - on 22 inch chrome wheels). The owner has been invited to join the club.
Sacramento Autorama, February 18, 2018
Seven club members participated in the 68th Annual Autorama. Vern Kornbrust's '57 Chevy pro street pickup won "Best Truck" in the Saturday drive-in event. Six members stayed for the entire 3-day show. Bob & Shari Morgan ('55 Bel Air), Doug & Donna Knudson ('32 Ford Highboy, and Anji Ramsey ('22 Ford Roadster) entered the non-judged category. In the judges' category Jerry & Jan Harris ('70 Dodge Coronet) won "1st Place in Class" Stock Restored '68-'72, Outstanding Overall Restored Award, and Best Display Award. Mike Preston's '70 Challenger won "2nd Place in Class" - Stock Restored '68-'72, Michael & Ana Gosney's '58 Impala won "2nd Place in Class" - Conservative Hardtop '55-'60.
Cars n Coffee, May 13, 2018
Sunday, May 13, 2018 - although the official Cars n Coffee had been cancelled, 10 BUTH members decided to meet from 9am to noon at Starbucks for brunch and conversation.
SCC Auto Tech Car Show, May 12, 2018
Solano Community College (SCC) Auto Tech Center Car Show was held May 12. The center invited BUTH to be the featured car club (26 cars). BUTH trophy winners: Vern - Best Truck, Alex - Best 90s, and Mary won the toolbox.
Ride-on Motorcycle BBQ, May 12, 2018
The new owners of Ride-on Motorcycles of Vallejo hosted a reopening BBQ on May 11, 2018, inviting all motorcycles clubs, car clubs, and the public. The show was held on a very sunny but cool, windy day with hundreds of spectators, motorcyclist, and hot rod enthusiast participating in the event. All food and refreshments were provided by the dealer. Hundreds of motorcycles were on display for sale, and there were dozens of special bikes showcased by private owners, along with a dozen or so hot rod muscle cars including Hollywood Steve's 1956 Ford F-100 (former Ride-on Motorcycle owner) and Adolph Keyes' 1965 El Camino.
