Factory "Stage1 Convention" At The 2010 BPG Nationals

[Marco]

Most current information can be found on the BPG website

Factory "Stage1 Convention" At The 2010 BPG Nationals (http://www.buickperformancegroup.com/forums/showthread.php?8754-Factory-quot-Stage1-Convention-quot-At-The-2010-BPG-Nationals)

Thank you!

[cjp69]

Fantastic news Marco!!!!!!!!

Quick question, will there also be a car show for all other non Stage1 Buicks, just like there was at the 2009 show for all non GSX's?

[gs1970455]

I'm not Marco...but I can tell you "YES" we will still be holding a car show for all non stage 1 cars just as we did this year!

[gbsean]

Great Job Marco....cannot wait till next year....

[moleary]

....someone better call and clear this with the "red lahbstah" so they can start the preperations.

[Rustyoldbuick]

my stage car is missing it's orginal engine(it was a race car-KABOOMED in the 80's)will it be allowed in the show if i get to come up?

[Smartin]

As long as there's a V in the VIN (assuming it's the 72 in your signature) you're good to go:beer

Also, there is a separate show for all other cars not in the Stage1 show or concours class. Anyone can show their cars at these events.

[gsxnut]

Good call on the Stage-1 convention. this should be awesome.

Mark

[nickbuickgs]

Marco,
May I bring a 1970 stage 1 4speed chassis, Fully Restored ???? Need to know so i can get started soon ! I will also bring the Iron head stage 2 race car , 2 1970s & the 69 convt stage1 Nick

[Duane]

Rustyoldbuick,
Having original engines is not a requirement, so you could certainly bring your car.

Nick,
Marco is looking for complete cars, with interiors, bodies, drivetrains, etc, so a chassis would not be allowed in. The cars don't have to be pretty but do have to be mostly complete.
Duane

[cjp69]

Marco,
May I bring a 1970 stage 1 4speed chassis, Fully Restored ???? Need to know so i can get started soon ! I will also bring the Iron head stage 2 race car , 2 1970s & the 69 convt stage1 Nick

Maybe sign up as a vendor Nick and bring the chassis to show off your work but not to enter in the show?

[Rustyoldbuick]

:TU: Thanks for the answers,Hope to see every one there next year
Laters Tim:3gears:

[Marco]

Wow!

What a response so far. The details were announced yesterday. One year to go...and already we have 12 cars

1969 - 2
1970 - 4 (1 conv)
1971 - 4 (1 conv)
1972 - 1 (1 conv)
1973 - 1

This is going to be HUGE!

Remember - please contact either Duane or me to get on the list so you are ensured a special license plate!

[TurboV6]

Cant believe it, the Hampton Inn is sold out allready for that date. Gotta find somewhere else :Do No:

[dl7265]

Cant believe it, the Hampton Inn is sold out already for that date. Gotta find somewhere else :Do No:
I know Mark, mine was too :ball:. Anyone have an RV ?


DL

[Duane]

Guys everyone needs to relax a little,
Don't get all worked up about the Host Hotel not accepting any reservations yet, we (BPG Management) have already talked to the Hotel Manager and have booked the entire Hotel for next year's event.

Until we meet with the Manager and establish the room rates no one will be able to book a room at the host hotel.

Plus if anyone books their rooms at any of the other hotels prior to us negotiating room rates, they will not receive the event discount.

Sometime later in the year we will contact the various Hotel managers, negotiate room rates, and then post the info on the various web sites.

Until then what we need is for everyone to contact us that wants to bring their car to the reunion. That way we will know the approximate numbers of Commerative License plates to order, and it will let us know how many hotels we need to talk to.

The more vehicles we get, the happier the Chamber of Commerce is, and the better leverage we have to get good room rates.
Duane

[1 bad gs]

just to add to what duane said, my wife made early reservations at the holiday inn express for the gsx reunion. when we checked out and got our bill we asked the clerk if the BPG discount was on the total, she said no because the reservations were made before the discount was announced. after a little negotiating we were given 30.00 dollars off our bill.

[Duane]

We just signed up a 74 Riviera GS Stage 1.:laugh:
Duane

[Duane]

Just got a 72 Flame Orange coupe, this party is going to be wild.
Duane

[bostongsx]

Count me in with the stage 2 4 speed x

[Marco]

Marco,
May I bring a 1970 stage 1 4speed chassis, Fully Restored ???? Need to know so i can get started soon ! I will also bring the Iron head stage 2 race car , 2 1970s & the 69 convt stage1 NickHi Nick,
While the Stage1 convention is for 'mostly complete cars', we do have sponsorships and vendor spots open to show off your excellent work. While the chassis will not get a plate, it is most welcome to be displayed at the show, probably just like Ken's GSX at the GSX reunion. The chassis generated a lot of interest and also displayed the fine restoration work your shop does.

We appreciate any complete cars you can bring - just let us know so we can reserve your plate(s).

..also we can have 'Nick vs. Carl' - round II of the Lobster Claw Championships :laugh:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e121/64Skybird/2009%20BPG%20Nationals/IMG_0183.jpg




Count me in with the stage 2 4 speed x
Thanks Herb

Please email me your contact information and if you want the car judged.

:beer

[Marco]

We're currently at 28 cars

1969 3
1970 13
1971 5
1972 5
1973 1
1974 1

[moleary]

We're currently at 28 cars

1969 3
1970 13
1971 5
1972 5
1973 1
1974 1

All those cars...and at least one meat head flying in again from the NW to tear it up proper with the East Coast boys:beer

[JSteele]

:TU: Thanks for the answers,Hope to see every one there next year
Laters Tim:3gears:

Tim, it was a GREAT time. I'm going to try to make it next year. Call me when you get a chance.

[Duane]

Jude,
I thought I saw you at the GSX event next to the pavilion, but was not sure. Sorry I had no time to come over and talk. How is your car coming, that is going to be a sweet ride when done.
Duane

[Marco]

Tim, it was a GREAT time. I'm going to try to make it next year. Call me when you get a chance.

Silver GS...or will the convertible be ready? :Brow:

[Nick]

Sounds like a good time Marco! I wish I had a trailer, I would definitely come, too far of a drive from syracuse

Nick

[Marco]

Sounds like a good time Marco! I wish I had a trailer, I would definitely come, too far of a drive from syracuse

Nick

We have members coming from that area - maybe you can caravan?

[gbsean]

only 8 hrs if you take I-90 to I-77 to I-70 490 miles...

same distance and time it take me to go from Flanders NJ....

[Marco]

It takes me 8 hours (weather permitting) to drive my Buick there the 450 miles from the Philadelphia area.

Do it Nick!...if you still own the convertible next July...

There's no issues driving these fine cars long distances at high RPMs...as long as you have oil pressure and are not overheating.

Try to caravan with others, as there's safety in numbers...although my first BPG Nationals in Salem I dropped a tool box in the trunk (first time since owning the car 7 years prior) and took off at the last minute.

:3gears:

[Marco]

I mistakenly counted some 'Maybes' last time. They have been removed from the current figures.

Here are the number of 'definites'.

There are so many people who have expressed a strong interest and stated 'there's too much time between now and July'. Well, that's the idea - time to plan!

So...get off the fence and make a commitment!

Totals - 31
1969 (2)
1970 (18)
1971 (4)
1972 (4)
1973 (1)
1974 (2)

[Duane]

Just got another 70.:laugh:
Duane

[Marco]

Just got a Colonial Yellow '73

:beer

[Marco]

Another '70 is coming from IL

:beer

[Marco]

Latest 'definite' counts...

Totals --> 43
1969 (2)
1970 (27)
1971 (5)
1972 (4)
1973 (3)
1974 (2)

:beer :beer :beer

:3gears:

[73Stage1]

Any other updates??

[Marco]

One of the 1970 cars was sold, so I eliminated that car from the count.

One of the 1969 cars is for sale or sold already - I'm not sure.

Where are all the 1969 stage1 cars? Or the Century Stage1s?

Current 'definite' totals - 46
1969 (2)
1970 (29)
1971 (5)
1972 (5)
1973 (3)
1974 (2)

Here are the people currently committed. If you do not see your initials/state/car listed, and you told either Duane or myself you were attending, please contact us again. Thanks!



Owner State Year Body Trans Color
MB OH 1969 37 Muncie Red
ML IA 1969 37 TH400 Cameo Cream
HA NY 1970 67 Muncie 75-A
KA FL 1970 67 TH400 45-A
GB TN 1970 37 TH400 10-F
DC CA 1970 37 Muncie 68-F
KC LA 1970 37 Muncie 78-A
DC KY 1970 37 TH400 Harvest Gold/Brown
MC PA 1970 67 Muncie 48-B
BC OH 1970 37 TH400 10-10 GSX
JC NY 1970 37 Muncie Aqua Mist
JD NJ 1970 37 Muncie 28-B
GH SD 1970 37 TH400 48
JH DE 1970 37 Muncie 10-10 GSX
SH OH 1970 37 TH400 48
LH NY 1970 37 TH400 68-F
DK OH 1970 37 75
MK IL 1970 37 TH400 14-B
CL OH 1970 37 14
HL MA 1970 37 Muncie Q-Q GSX (Stage 2)
BM NE 1970 37 TH400 10-10 (GSX)
TN OH 1970 37 Muncie 75-75
GP WI 1970 37 TH400 10-10 (Reynolds Stage2)
MP GA 1970 37 TH400 26
BQ NY 1970 37 Muncie Q-Q GSX
CR CT 1970 37 TH400 Desert Gold
CS NJ 1970 37 TH400 68-F
TS NC 1970 37 Muncie 14-B
JS IN 1970 37 Muncie 58-F
JC IN 1970 37 Muncie 28-28
RV MI 1970 37 TH400 Q-Q GSX
RA FL 1971 37 TH400 24-B
BC OH 1971 37 TH400 19-19 GSX
DH PA 1971 37 TH400 26-26 GSX
KP ME 1971 67 Muncie 75-A
JS OH 1971 67 TH400 19-B
TL KY 1972 37 TH400 Flame Orange
IM NY 1972 67 TH400 65-A
RM NY 1972 37 TH400 14-14 (now blue)
BS MO 1972 67 TH400 75-B
TW MI 1972 37 TH400 11-B
LE NJ 1973 37 TH400 19-A
BG WI 1973 37 TH400 Colonial Yellow
PR NY 1973 37 TH400 SCO Yellow suncoupe
RD KY 1974 37 TH400 White
TK OH 1974 Riv GS TH400 Burgundy/White

[cjp69]

I just sold my two 69 Stage 1's in the last month, and I hear one of them is supposed to be at Scottsdale BJ in January, so maybe they will make it there with the new owners?

I am trying to do my part by selling them to others, since I know I wouldn't be able to bring them out if I owned them.

[greatscat]

One of the 1970 cars was sold, so I eliminated that car from the count.

One of the 1969 cars is for sale or sold already - I'm not sure.

Where are all the 1969 stage1 cars? Or the Century Stage1s?

Current 'definite' totals - 46
1969 (2)
1970 (29)
1971 (5)
1972 (5)
1973 (3)
1974 (2)

Here are the people currently committed. If you do not see your initials/state/car listed, and you told either Duane or myself you were attending, please contact us again. Thanks!



Owner State Year Body Trans Color
MB OH 1969 37 Muncie Red
ML IA 1969 37 TH400 Cameo Cream
HA NY 1970 67 Muncie 75-A
KA FL 1970 67 TH400 45-A
GB TN 1970 37 TH400 10-F
DC CA 1970 37 Muncie 68-F
KC LA 1970 37 Muncie 78-A
DC KY 1970 37 TH400 Harvest Gold/Brown
MC PA 1970 67 Muncie 48-B
BC OH 1970 37 TH400 10-10 GSX
JC NY 1970 37 Muncie Aqua Mist
JD NJ 1970 37 Muncie 28-B
GH SD 1970 37 TH400 48
JH DE 1970 37 Muncie 10-10 GSX
SH OH 1970 37 TH400 48
LH NY 1970 37 TH400 68-F
DK OH 1970 37 75
MK IL 1970 37 TH400 14-B
CL OH 1970 37 14
HL MA 1970 37 Muncie Q-Q GSX (Stage 2)
BM NE 1970 37 TH400 10-10 (GSX)
TN OH 1970 37 Muncie 75-75
GP WI 1970 37 TH400 10-10 (Reynolds Stage2)
MP GA 1970 37 TH400 26
BQ NY 1970 37 Muncie Q-Q GSX
CR CT 1970 37 TH400 Desert Gold
CS NJ 1970 37 TH400 68-F
TS NC 1970 37 Muncie 14-B
JS IN 1970 37 Muncie 58-F
JC IN 1970 37 Muncie 28-28
RV MI 1970 37 TH400 Q-Q GSX
RA FL 1971 37 TH400 24-B
BC OH 1971 37 TH400 19-19 GSX
DH PA 1971 37 TH400 26-26 GSX
KP ME 1971 67 Muncie 75-A
JS OH 1971 67 TH400 19-B
TL KY 1972 37 TH400 Flame Orange
IM NY 1972 67 TH400 65-A
RM NY 1972 37 TH400 14-14 (now blue)
BS MO 1972 67 TH400 75-B
TW MI 1972 37 TH400 11-B
LE NJ 1973 37 TH400 19-A
BG WI 1973 37 TH400 Colonial Yellow
PR NY 1973 37 TH400 SCO Yellow suncoupe
RD KY 1974 37 TH400 White
TK OH 1974 Riv GS TH400 Burgundy/White

Does a stage2 count?
gary

[MGSCP]

:ball: MAAAAN....too bad my 69's so beat, I'd bring it......:ball: :ball: :ball:

[buick64203]

:ball: MAAAAN....too bad my 69's so beat, I'd bring it......:ball: :ball: :ball:

It really doesnt matter what condition they're in. Any Stage 1 is welcome regardless of condition. Bring it! :beer

Personally, I like em a little ratty. (no offense)

[dl7265]

Does a stage2 count?
gary

Gary, it Would be worth it to fly out there to see your original owner '69 :TU:


DL

[73Stage1]

It really doesnt matter what condition they're in. Any Stage 1 is welcome regardless of condition. Bring it! :beer

Personally, I like em a little ratty. (no offense)

Then you'll LOVE mine...:TU:

The interior still has stale Grandma smell on it

[Marco]

Does a stage2 count?
gary

Absolutely Gary. All iron-headed stage2 GSs and GSXs welcome.


:ball: MAAAAN....too bad my 69's so beat, I'd bring it......:ball: :ball: :ball:

Does it run/drive? Bring it Mark. All cars have something unique to offer the enthusiast.


It really doesnt matter what condition they're in. Any Stage 1 is welcome regardless of condition. Bring it! :beer

Personally, I like em a little ratty. (no offense)

AMEN, brother! :gp:

[staged70]

While I yet to commit I plan on attending with my Suncoupe. I am plugging away but the money is getting tight. Trying to build a new 36X50 garage this year too.

[k.pascoe]

While I yet to commit I plan on attending with my Suncoupe. I am plugging away but the money is getting tight. Trying to build a new 36X50 garage this year too.

John,

Were in pete's sack are going to build that? Are they letting fire fighters live in JeffCoMo. now??? :laugh:

[Marco]

It really doesnt matter what condition they're in. Any Stage 1 is welcome regardless of condition. Bring it! :beer

Personally, I like em a little ratty. (no offense)

Just to clarify...the factory stage1 cars that attend don't need to be pretty - but they do need to be some-what complete.

This means that we really aren't looking for cars dragged out of a field where they sat for the previous 10 years that are partially stripped, missing engines or body panels.

If anyone has any additional questions regarding this, please contact me. Thanks!

:beer

[Marco]

Latest 'Definites'

Totals (49)
1969 (2)
1970 (32)
1971 (5)
1972 (5)
1973 (3)
1974 (2)

:BEERS:

See y'all in Ohio!

[jay bird]

Im in.70 black 4 speed.:TU:

[Heavy D]

Just to clarify...the factory stage1 cars that attend don't need to be pretty - but they do need to be some-what complete.

This means that we really aren't looking for cars dragged out of a field where they sat for the previous 10 years that are partially stripped, missing engines or body panels.

If anyone has any additional questions regarding this, please contact me. Thanks!

:beer

I just found one like that...

[gd2227]

Maybe another 69 Stage to add.... :beers2: :TU:

[greatscat]

count our all original Stage2 4speed 69 in! :beer
gary

[69GS400s]

count our all original Stage2 4speed 69 in! :beer
gary

Cant wait to see it Gary :beers2: I'll be sure to wipe up any drool

[Marco]

count our all original Stage2 4speed 69 in! :beer
gary

Excellent Gary - thanks! Do you want it judged, or are you just 'hanging'?

I'll update the first post when I get a chance with all the 'definites'.

Too busy at work :rant:

:3gears:

[breakinbuick11]

Marco,

Alot of Stage 1s are missing the original engine or transmissions so maybe there can be a big board of stage 1s that dont have the numbers matching engines and their serial numbers?

It might work and Im willing to try anything to get my car with its original engine.

:Do No: :Do No:

[LAST1987GN]

Marco, you can count me and DA 71 GSX in, since the Wildcat Challenge is in May @ Beech Bend, and don't have to worry about getting two Buicks to Ohio. :beer

[73Stage1]

Does anyone have any insider information regarding Hotels?? Is there a particular hotel you Buick guys are staying at? Did BPG lock in a lot of discounted rooms for this event? What type of turn out from the public can we expect for this event? I am planning on booking my hotel room(s) here in the next month or so and i would like any input you guys have. Thanks in advance!

[gsxnut]

If you are a BPG member you may consider watching the BPG site. I think they will announce the Hotels to the members in the next couple months. The host Hotel (Hampton Inn) was very nice last year.

Mark

[staged70]

John,

Were in pete's sack are going to build that? Are they letting fire fighters live in JeffCoMo. now??? :laugh:

Nope, Still got to live in the city. I have a retirement spot with a house on a lake and 2 other adjoining lakefront lots. One is getting the garage. I have to build the garage before I retire while I am making money. FGoundation is done nad am in talks with a couple builders to do a custom. I will know in a few weeks if I can make it. I finally got my bumpers done:bglasses: Tri City.:TU:
Working on the wiring and windows this week.

[Marco]

Over 50 cars and counting.

I'll post the the official list/tally soon.

Sorry for taking so long to update this thread...life gets in the way sometimes :laugh:

[Marco]

Marco,

Alot of Stage 1s are missing the original engine or transmissions so maybe there can be a big board of stage 1s that dont have the numbers matching engines and their serial numbers?

It might work and Im willing to try anything to get my car with its original engine.

:Do No: :Do No:

Hi Louie,

I see you posted here - http://www.v8buick.com/forumdisplay.php?f=91

That's probably the best thing do do, as most people at the reunion probably visit this website.

Good luck.

[Marco]

We're at 60 cars!

:beer :beer :beer

This is going to be awesome!

There are so many on the fence about coming. Don't miss this opportunity! :Smarty:

[atticus427]

Go ahead and sign mine up. I still have to replace the tranny and rebuild the master cylinder but I should be able to get it going by July. Even if it's not driveable, I'll trailer it up. Here's some info:

'69 hardtop, automatic, antique gold (code 77)
all original except tranny (have a true 69 BB that will be going in it)
won't be a judged car

[OhioGS400]

Does anyone have any insider information regarding Hotels?? Is there a particular hotel you Buick guys are staying at? Did BPG lock in a lot of discounted rooms for this event? What type of turn out from the public can we expect for this event? I am planning on booking my hotel room(s) here in the next month or so and i would like any input you guys have. Thanks in advance!

If anyone has a reservation at the Quality Inn in Heath, it is now closed. You need to make alternate hotel reservations. Apparently, the owners closed the doors and walked away. FYI.

[Marco]

61 Gran Sports attending!

[Mike Sobotka]

Maybe another 69 Stage to add.... :beers2: :TU:

Well you had better get busy then, we want to see it!:bla: :bla:

[dl7265]

Well you had better get busy then, we want to see it!:bla: :bla:
Yeah Geo get busy :error:


DL

[Marco]

Got another '73. Unfortunately, one of the '70s had to drop out.

Still at 61 cars. I have updated the first post on the BPG website with all current attendees.

http://www.buickperformancegroup.com/forums/showthread.php?8754-Factory-Stage1-Convention-At-The-2010-BPG-Nationals

If you responded, please make sure you are listed. I need to have an accurate count for the license plates.

Thanks!

:3gears:

[Marco]

2 more 1972's coming - an original owner GS being driven down from Saint John, Canada ( :cool: ) and a convertible 4-speed.

:kodak:

[Topcat]

The motor in my Wildcat that i am building is an original Stage 1......does that get me in :pray: :Brow:

Wildcat Nationals 2010 @ the BPG Nationals :beers2:

Peace WildBill

[gsjo]

Marco,
I'll be there 70 ragtop 4gear.Joe:3gears: :3gears:

[Marco]

Marco,
I'll be there 70 ragtop 4gear.Joe:3gears: :3gears:

Thanks Joe. This is the green car? Do you want it judged concours?

************************************************** ***
65 Gran Sports coming. The BPG post (linked in the first post of this thread) has been updated.

In the event we have left-over commemorative license places, participants only may be able to purchase an additional copy - only after the show is over. Quantities are limited. One only, on a first-come first-serve basis. I will be making a note of who wants an additional plate as you enter the show area, as all additional-plate requests may not be honored. Pricing to be determined.

Also to note: All participants in the Stage1 Convention, unless they are being judged concours, do not pay the regular car show fee - just the spectator fee. This includes participants who want their car judged in the street/race classes. Stage1 Convention participants who want their car judged concours will need to pay the normal car show fee. Any passengers/additional people will also need to pay spectator fees. If you choose to race, and you did not pay the car show fee, you must also pay a race fee and have your car teched as normal.

Please see all pricing HERE (http://www.buickperformancegroup.com/forums/showthread.php?9478-2010-Event-Flyer).

Participant spectator and street-driven/race-class judging pricing
Member - $20
Non-member - $25

Concours car show
Member - $40
Non-member - $50

Yes, you can sign-up at the gate to be a BPG member (although you will get your membership processed sooner if you sign-up earlier :laugh: ).

As always, please contact me directly with any questions/concerns. :Smarty:

THANK YOU!

:beer

:3gears:

[Marco]

2010 BPG Nationals - Special Trophies For The Stage1 Convention Participants (http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?p=1637686#post1637686)

:3gears:

[gbsean]

sweet

[Marco]

We're at 69 cars!

The list of attendees has been updated on the BPG website.

Please remember, you have to tell either Duane or myself if you're coming so we can reserve a plate for you. If you just 'show-up', you run the risk of not getting a plate at all.

:3gears:

[gsjo]

Marco,
yes it will be shown in concours.thanks,Joe

[Marco]

Marco,
yes it will be shown in concours.thanks,Joe

Excellent, Joe. Thanks!

We're at 70 cars :beer

[Marco]

71 cars.

[dan zepnick]

72 cars,we'll be there with one of my 70's.

[Marco]

72 cars,we'll be there with one of my 70's.

Excellent Dan. 72 it is!

Tell me about your GS - Trans? Color?

Do you want it judged in a class (street/race/concours), or are you just 'hanging'?

[Marco]

74 :3gears:

:beer

[Marco]

Plates are in!

:kodak:

[70staged]

wish i could make it to this but car wont be done in time and I will be stuck in Canada at work...maybe

[Marco]

wish i could make it to this but car wont be done in time and I will be stuck in Canada at work...maybe

The cars attending don't need to be 'done', just 'mostly there'.

:laugh:

[Marco]

76 - two more GSXs coming.

The owner list on the BPG website has been updated.

Thanks!

:beer

[Marco]

78

[Marco]

Another Q-Q GSX in attendance.

79

:kodak:

[Marco]

http://www.buickperformancegroup.com/2010/car1.jpg

http://www.buickperformancegroup.com/2010/car2.jpg

[Duane]

Guys,
We have an un-restored 70 Stage 1 4-speed coupe to add to the list.
Duane

[Marco]

Guys,
We have an un-restored 70 Stage 1 4-speed coupe to add to the list.
Duane

Excellent Duane. I'm looking forward to seeing it. Maybe a contender for the 'un-restored award' :kodak:

We're currently at 85 cars. The BPG website has been updated with attendees.

5 WEEKS TO GO!

Thank you!

[Marco]

86 cars!

See y'all in a month!

:beer

[Marco]

92 cars.

Get off the fence and commit. :beer

MuscleCar Review will be attending, doing a full article :bglasses:

[Marco]

93

[LARRY70GS]

93


Is this theoretical or factual? I'm still coming, but Mooney isn't bringing his, and Jason just told me he isn't going.

[Duane]

Larry,
The actual number can't be determined until we count how many cars actually show up.

It's just like what happened last year, some said they were going, then said they wern't, then came anyway. Or people sold cars, took their name off the list and the new owners brought them.

Last year we signed up 105 cars and 93 showed up. Some people that said they were going didn't show up, while we had some "gate crashers".......................so what is the actual number, we will find out this coming Saturday.

The bottom line is we will have an "S" load of Stage 1's there.
Duane

[LARRY70GS]

Larry,
The actual number can't be determined until we count how many cars actually show up.

It's just like what happened last year, some said they were going, then said they wern't, then came anyway. Or people sold cars, took their name off the list and the new owners brought them.

Last year we signed up 105 cars and 93 showed up. Some people that said they were going didn't show up, while we had some "gate crashers".......................so what is the actual number, we will find out this coming Saturday.

The bottom line is we will have an "S" load of Stage 1's there.
Duane

Looking forward to that Duane:beers2: Hope we get more. The weather looks like it might cooperate:TU:

[70staged]

wish i could make it to this but car wont be done in time and I will be stuck in Canada at work...maybe

Looks like I am going to make it but without the car :ball:

[C.Rob]

Bringing my 70 stage 1 unrestored original car. Blue with white painted roof. Car engine is all original. Still has factory GM AC belt and original deluxe buckets, am FM, rim blow wheel, pulled it out of a storage garage since it was put there in 1976. Door sticker says 10-69 build.

[Marco]

Yes, some have dropped out. This is the first I'm hearing of Mooney.

I already know of 2 gate crashers, and I received another 4 today. We should have enough plates that everyone gets one, so 'crash away'!

See you all Thursday!

[12lives]

Pictures please!

- Bill

[GS1]

I have more I will try to post after I get home - currently we are in a hotel on the way home! A Great Weekend! I can not say enough positive about all the BPG BOD folks and volunteers that sacrificed their own time to enjoy this great event to make it possible for the rest of us to have so much fun. I want to throw a special shout-out to Sean Ryder who seemed to be everywhere and was always available to answer many tough questions and keep things flowing smoothly. There are many others deserving of recognition including Marco for making the Stage 1 Reunion happen!

[LARRY70GS]

I took a few shots.

[Marco]

I would like to thank all the participants who attended the 2010 factory Stage1 Convention at the 2010 BPG National event at NTR.

All in all, 62 cars were in attendance. 42 people who previously responded they were coming did not show up. Of those 42, 5 did have family emergencies and informed me prior to the event. The other 37 people? Maybe the economy did not permit them to attend or they had other things going on as well :Do No:

Anyway, we all had a great time. It was great to meet many more people and put faces to names. There were 4 original owners in attendance that I am aware of. If there are others, please let me know. It's these special people who ordered these cars new that give us a reason to enjoy these cars now. If they didn't order them, we wouldn't be able to ogle them, or own them ourselves. Three of them trailered their cars over 1000 miles. That's dedication!

Gary Paine (OH) - 1969 GS400 - dealer installed stage2 package (with documentation) - 180 miles
Bill Macoubrie (MO) - 1970 GSX 10-10 - 1030 miles
Sydney Varner (NB) - 1972 GSX - 1300 miles
Bill Arseneau (NB) - 1972 GS - 1350 miles

The special awards....
Rattiest - Wayne Andersen (NC) - 1970 GS
Most Original - Tom Klepsky (OH) - 1974 Riviera Stage1 (20K miles)
Longest Driven - Brandon Greetham - (WI) - 1973 GS 700 miles
Longest Trailered - Bill Arseneau - (NB) - 1972 GS 1350 miles

1970 Street Driven Class
Ajesh Parikh - 1972
Rob Ross - 1970
Jim Jerichow - 1970

1970 Race Driven Class
Gary Paine - 1969 GS400 Stage2
Dennis Lyons (MA) - 1971
Bobb Mackley (MI) - 1972

Again, thank you for making the 2010 Factory Stage1 Convention a success.

[gsjo]

Marco,
I want to Thank you folks for a phenomenal event.Thanks,Joe(gsjo):beer :beer

[1 bad gs]

marco, sorry i wasn't able to make it. i tried, but i just couldn't get away.:(