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bricklin107
Former BI Member
BI President Emeritus
USA
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 Posted - February 29 2008 : 16:30:46
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| I know there will be at least three vendors selling parts at the meet. Plus you have people who just bring small items and sell in the parking lot. I would love if Terry Tanner and Bob Hoffman would sell parts. They both usually don't but they do drop parts off if you call in advance. We are not having any seminars this year; But everyone asks questions and it becomes quite a bit of fun in the parking lot. Bob Hoffman is especially helpful. Pull him aside and show him your car and he gives great tech advice. |
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REB
Not Registered with BI or E-Mail mis-match
Starting Member
USA
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Posted - March 11 2008 : 10:43:35
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Hi Jim, this is Robert (The guy who informed you about that Bricklin in Splendora, TX that needs a lot of TLC). I am a member of dmctalk.com, and I let the guys over there know that your club will be attending Gettysburg. A lot of them will be there with their DeLoreans, and many are also Bricklin fans (There are a couple that even own both cars).
I have become a fan of the Bricklins. It started with the 70s Lotus Esprit, which led me to the DeLorean, which led me to the Bricklin. I admit (and guys, please don't crucify me for this) I didn't like them at first, but I have grown to love them. I think I was trying to compare them to the DeLoreans, but I realized that Bricklins are their own cars. Sure, they were born from similar dreams and have similar styles. And sure the dreams that spawned them met tragic faiths worthy of a Greek tragedy.
The Bricklins and DeLoreans are like cousins, sharing many similarities, but they are also each unique and I have come to love both. So please forgive me of my past sins if I ever spoke an ill word towards your fine cars, for I have repented and will not ever do so again.
I am glad to see them coming together for this show. It will be a great show.
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bricklin107
Former BI Member
BI President Emeritus
USA
529 Posts |
Posted - March 11 2008 : 18:27:53
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To bad we couldn't save that car in Texas. But when he comes down to earth the car will sell. I hope you will make the meet! Two big items:
Hemmings Motor news will be there to cover the meet. They want to do a big comparison test between the Brickln and Delorean!
The New York Times is going to be there to do a big article on the meet!!!
LOTS OF PRESS is a good thing! |
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REB
Not Registered with BI or E-Mail mis-match
Starting Member
USA
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Posted - March 12 2008 : 09:24:31
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I won't be able to make it :( (I am recovering from colon cancer). I wish I could, but I know a few folks from the DeLorean club that are going.
Comparing the DeLorean and Bricklin? If it is a race, the Bricklin would win. The DeLoreans don't go very fast. They are probably the slowest sports car ever built. That is something we DeLorean fans have to accept(I am not an owner yet.
There is a saying DeLorean owners have about racing any car, "I may not beat you in a race, but I will look cool while you are passing me." :)
I am guessing it will be a comparison about what they have similar and such. They should also compare their creators and the similarities in their dream.
About that Splendora Bricklin. If I had the means, I would save it. I am an okay car mechanic, but that one looks beyond my skills, but I am sure someone could bring it back to life. When I first saw it I was like, "That is a Bricklin." My buddy I was with, was like, "What is a Bricklin?" (He is an classic Pickup Truck man). I preceded to tell him about Bricklins. My excitement faded when I saw what sad shape she was in. I told the guy he needs to get it out of the elements- that sitting a car on grass and dirt is the worst thing you can do to it(I have seen cars that look perfect on top, but their whole underside is rusted out because that sat in a field.) But he wouldn't listen.
Anyway, I am glad to see the Bricklins and DeLoreans getting together. I think the two cars should come together to form a Gull-wing club. |
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vin6635
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Average Member
USA
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Posted - March 12 2008 : 10:56:19
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| Where are you seeing the Splendora Brick? Pics? Vin? |
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REB
Not Registered with BI or E-Mail mis-match
Starting Member
USA
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Posted - March 13 2008 : 11:26:44
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I think the vin is 2313.
I saw it about this time last year. I kicked myself for not bringing my camera. I was actually checking out a Lotus Esprit he has when I saw it. It is in sad shape. It had moss growing inside it. It is going to have to be stripped down so that all parts can be cleaned, and I bet it will need half-its parts replaced.
But I think it is do-able for the right person. The guy needs to come down on its price first.
I thought about going back and getting pictures, but if we keep showing an interest in it, he'll never come down on the price. Plus, getting colon cancer through a monkey wrench into my life. |
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bricklin107
Former BI Member
BI President Emeritus
USA
529 Posts |
Posted - March 23 2008 : 10:47:27
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Folks: Here is the Delorean schedule. It is different than ours but we are free to go to the seminars should anyone want to go!!!!
JIM
Gettysburg Itinerary (Complete)
Wednesday June 11th
Arrive 4PM at Gettysburg
6-10PM - Set up Museum
Thursday June 11th
8-12AM - finish museum
10AM 2 PM Bricklin obstacle Course(Bricklin)
12-2 PM Set up registration some of the out rooms can also be set up.
Also set up DeLorean in field for group shot (AZD)
2-4PM Dry run of registration take people that drop in. (AZD and other volunteers)
2 7:30 PM Load cars on field after obstacle course for pictures.
4-6PM - Registration
4-6PM Cars can go into Allstar (concours and non daily drivers show cars limited)(DCO)
4-6PM Steel drum band at the pool (snacks)
4-6PM -Museum open
4-7:30- PM Obstacle course run by Bricklin for DeLorean owners
6-7:30-Dinner outside by Allstar. (Monitored by DMA Badge/wristband required)
6-7:30 -Guests to take part in Allstar activities plus Obstacle course, vin Lineup and photos
6-7:30 Steel Drum Band outside for dinner.
7:30-8:15PM -Group Photo by Kevin Abato (arial) and Panoramic photo by St John. (AZD)
8:30 -???? Cruise in at Eisenhower /DJ T.C to play.
8:30- ?? Museum open and some of the break out rooms /(Brandys, Delman, Randall,BTTF)
Friday June 13th
6-10AM Buffet Breakfast available at Eisenhower.
8:45 AM- First set of busses ready to leave for morning tour. AM tour people need to be there no later
9:00 AM morning bus tours leave.
10AM-4PM Optional health and beauty Spa package in Gettysburg. (Details to follow)
12:15PM- Afternoon bus tour gathers.
12:30 Afternoon Bus tours leave.
12-4 PM Concours mechanicals (time may vary details later)
12-4PM At discretion of participants break out rooms will be open plus Allstar facility games and recreation.
4:15 PM-5PM Talk to George Crane and Neal Barclay. Guest speakers former DMC Employees
4:15-6PM Registration for those coming in on Friday. (Note those coming in earlier and doing bus tour your badges will be avail earlier
12:15-5:30 PM- Park your cars in Allstar Convention center for Saturday morning car show.
12:15 5:30 PM Set up Vendor tables and establish location.
5-5:45PM Ben Byrd will give the same sales presentation that was given to DMC dealers 1980-1983.
5:45PM Clear banquet hall
6:00PM-7:30 PM Dinner served.
7:30 9PM- Meet the speaker appearances by George Crane, Neale Barclay, Fred Dellis, Bob Gale, Jeffrey Weissman and more. Announcement of next show. Special apprearance by the 2010 location General Manager. Additional instructions for Saturday.
9:30 -????? Breakout rooms will be open per occupants discretion Have fun.
Saturday June 14th
7am-10AM Setup of vendor sections and load in cars. (REGISTRATION FOR THOSE SAT ONLY IS AVAILABLE (TBD)(DCO)
ALL CARS GOING IN THE BUILDING MUST BE IN BY 11 AM. CARS WILL BE LOADED BY JUDGING CARS IN THE CENTER IN/NON JUDGED CARS NEXT THEN IN/OUT CARS AGAINST SOUTH WALL NEXT TO EXIT.
11:AM- 4:30 PM Car Show. (Your car can be judged earlier if ready)(CONCOURS)
11AM- 4PM Seminars TBD during the day. (DMCH tech seminar plus guests available for question and answer (TBD). All guests will have time to talk to you in break out rooms see schedule posted at show.
4:30 5:45 Tear down of show ALL CARS OUT NO EXCEPTION(All groups)
4:30 -6PM Tear down of Museum. Other breakout rooms may stay open.
5:00 6:00 In Eisenhower II banquet room Fred Dellis Legend turbo
6:00-???? Bricklin Dinner in Allstar
6:00-10:00 Dinner and awards at Eisenhower II, Raffle car and Raffle Bob Gale.
10:00-Midnight Teardown.
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bricklin107
Former BI Member
BI President Emeritus
USA
529 Posts |
Posted - April 10 2008 : 20:56:41
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Update 4/10/2008 - These people associated with the Back to the Future films have confirmed that they will be attending DCS 08 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Left to Right, Claudia Wells (Actress) and Andrew Probert (Illustrator)
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Some Back to the Future cast members are going to be at GETTYSBURG! I had a crush on Claudia Wells. She played Marty's first girlfriend it the original Back to the Future movie. I remember cruising to see the movie in my green Bricklin in 1985. She will be there!
Update 3/14/2008 - These people associated with the Back to the Future films have confirmed that they will be attending DCS 08 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Left to Right, Bob Gale (Writer), James Tolkan (Actor) and Jeffrey Weissman (Actor)
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Click here to listen to the Podcast from DCS 2006 Chicago, by Shari-Lynn Deutsch
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Time Left Until DeLorean Car Show 2008
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As you browse the next few pages you will begin to understand that this show is for all
DeLorean owners, enthusiast and people just curious about the car and its creator.
Relax and enjoy the site and remember See You at Gettysburg
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bricklin107
Former BI Member
BI President Emeritus
USA
529 Posts |
Posted - April 11 2008 : 19:24:49
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Hotel update!!!
63 rooms booked and 4 available! 9 weeks to go!!!!! WOW not BAD |
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Domi
Former BI Member
Junior Member
France
274 Posts |
Posted - April 23 2008 : 14:57:11
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I hope some of you will find time to post some great pic of this event 
The best will be a video available on DVD trough the BI store  |
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USA - PA - Gettysburg - 2008 Bricklin Nationals
