Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Saleen Hot Dawgs
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Saleen Hot Dawgs: If you're from Buffalo then you are familiar with Salen's Hot dogs. This is just not quite the same. The venue was at SuperDawg in Wheeli...
Saleen Hot Dawgs
If you're from Buffalo then you are familiar with Salen's Hot dogs. This is just not quite the same.
The venue was at SuperDawg in Wheeling IL. It's a real live drive up restaurant with trays that go on your window and everything! The only things missing were the girls on roller skates and more cars from the 50's.
I drove by the place as I was on my way to the hotel, thanks to my GPS taking me in the wrong direction. Needless to say I was the first to arrive because I was so excited to take a closer look at it. It didn't take long before more Stangs arrived. We didn't fill the lot up, but I'll blame the Corvettes that were too afraid of the "Horse" power that was already there. They were suppose to show by 7PM. That's OK though, we had a Plum Crazy Challenger there (and several people know I want one for my winter car). Not only does he own the Challenger but he also has a mustang and runs the one of the local Mustang clubs.
I was also greeted by Michelle and her husband in the matching grabber Stangs and Scott with his (IhopeIdidn'tdrooltoomuchonhiscar) Rainbow Purple Saleen within minutes of my arrival. Soon to see two more Saleens pull in from Milwaukee and Rockford.
I think the best part of the night was when a beautiful black Cobra pulled in the lot after dark. He said he saw the mustangs, drove home, grabbed his and came down in minutes. He was so excited to see a bunch of us hanging out and he had no clue what was going on.
I'm finding out no matter where I am, one thing about us car people, we are just not afraid to meet new friends.
My thanks to Scott for putting this together and everybody else that came out to show your support!
Although there is nothing planned in Des Moines IA today, I'm still driving through there. After that, it's Kansas City Here I Come!
Until next time!
Standings:
Buffalo
Indianapolis
Erie
Cleveland
Chicago
The venue was at SuperDawg in Wheeling IL. It's a real live drive up restaurant with trays that go on your window and everything! The only things missing were the girls on roller skates and more cars from the 50's.
I drove by the place as I was on my way to the hotel, thanks to my GPS taking me in the wrong direction. Needless to say I was the first to arrive because I was so excited to take a closer look at it. It didn't take long before more Stangs arrived. We didn't fill the lot up, but I'll blame the Corvettes that were too afraid of the "Horse" power that was already there. They were suppose to show by 7PM. That's OK though, we had a Plum Crazy Challenger there (and several people know I want one for my winter car). Not only does he own the Challenger but he also has a mustang and runs the one of the local Mustang clubs.
I was also greeted by Michelle and her husband in the matching grabber Stangs and Scott with his (IhopeIdidn'tdrooltoomuchonhiscar) Rainbow Purple Saleen within minutes of my arrival. Soon to see two more Saleens pull in from Milwaukee and Rockford.
I think the best part of the night was when a beautiful black Cobra pulled in the lot after dark. He said he saw the mustangs, drove home, grabbed his and came down in minutes. He was so excited to see a bunch of us hanging out and he had no clue what was going on.
I'm finding out no matter where I am, one thing about us car people, we are just not afraid to meet new friends.
My thanks to Scott for putting this together and everybody else that came out to show your support!
Although there is nothing planned in Des Moines IA today, I'm still driving through there. After that, it's Kansas City Here I Come!
Until next time!
Standings:
Buffalo
Indianapolis
Erie
Cleveland
Chicago
Monday, October 3, 2011
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Incredible cars, incredible people and Incredible ...
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Incredible cars, incredible people and Incredible ...: What a night! It started out at Skilman Ford and the incredible collection of cars at the "museum"! As I walk into this building the droo...
Incredible cars, incredible people and Incredible Pizza!
What a night!
It started out at Skilman Ford and the incredible collection of cars at the "museum"! As I walk into this building the drool started coming from my chin. Napkin please! Photos are posted up on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/buffalotoburbank. I was greeted by several cars at Skilman where we went to view all kinds of classsics. I have my two all picked out! Of course I would pick a classic Dodge Challenger but the unexpected Thunderbird stole my heart too! I just love those fins in the back!
After that it was a short trip to "The Suds" for a photo shoot with fellow Saleen Owner and SCOA member, Jason Smith. It's a local "Drive in" restaurant. Jason's Saleen is donning the original Mineral Gray that the Pink Pony use to be. It was just fitting to have the two pair up for a few pictures.
Next stop: Incredible Pizza with Incredible People and more Incredible cars!
This is not just your average pizza place either. The manager was incredible, the food was incredible and heck they even have a room dedicated to Route 66! If that wasn't enough "incredibleness", then let me tell you, the people I met tonight were great! A big thanks to Sue Likens for getting this cruise night together. She did an awesome job! And thank you to Incredible Pizza and everybody that came out!
I'm looking forward to Chicago tomorrow. I hear there's a bit of a rival (all in fun of course) between Jason (Indy) and Scott (Chicago) via the Saleen club of America, ... the challenge is on!
Good Night folks! Until tomorrow!
Standings:
Buffalo
Indianapolis
Erie
Cleveland
It started out at Skilman Ford and the incredible collection of cars at the "museum"! As I walk into this building the drool started coming from my chin. Napkin please! Photos are posted up on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/buffalotoburbank. I was greeted by several cars at Skilman where we went to view all kinds of classsics. I have my two all picked out! Of course I would pick a classic Dodge Challenger but the unexpected Thunderbird stole my heart too! I just love those fins in the back!
Next stop: Incredible Pizza with Incredible People and more Incredible cars!
This is not just your average pizza place either. The manager was incredible, the food was incredible and heck they even have a room dedicated to Route 66! If that wasn't enough "incredibleness", then let me tell you, the people I met tonight were great! A big thanks to Sue Likens for getting this cruise night together. She did an awesome job! And thank you to Incredible Pizza and everybody that came out!
I'm looking forward to Chicago tomorrow. I hear there's a bit of a rival (all in fun of course) between Jason (Indy) and Scott (Chicago) via the Saleen club of America, ... the challenge is on!
Good Night folks! Until tomorrow!
Standings:
Buffalo
Indianapolis
Erie
Cleveland
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Semi Trucks? - Day 2 Cleveland
8 AM hit way too early today but somehow I managed to get up and get myself moving. I am not sure what the temperature was outside, but I am sure glad it was an indoor show! Once again a big thanks to Craig for helping me get the car in order and his wife Dottie for giving me a short break during the show. I spent most of my day at the table and car. Unfortunate for me, I missed Chip Foose. He left on a plane last night before I arrived. Darn the luck!
At the end of the show I did manage to sneak off and get some cool pictures of some cool "Piston Powered" vehicles. I don't think I've ever seen a bomber and a classic in the same building at the same time. Below are some of the photos I was able to get.
To think there aren't many pink cars floating around but how about a pink semi truck?
Not only is it pink, but it's pink for a good cause!
Speaking of causes, the final numbers aren't in for Erie yet, but if we go by standings for donations that we know of so far, then here are the cities in order:
Buffalo
Erie
Cleveland
Tomorrow we head off to Incredible Pizza in Indianapolis! It's supposed to be sunny and warm. I'm looking forward to having to use my sunglasses! If you're in the Indy area, here's the address:
8707 Hardegan St
Indianapolis, In. 46227
I'll see you tomorrow!
At the end of the show I did manage to sneak off and get some cool pictures of some cool "Piston Powered" vehicles. I don't think I've ever seen a bomber and a classic in the same building at the same time. Below are some of the photos I was able to get.
To think there aren't many pink cars floating around but how about a pink semi truck?
Not only is it pink, but it's pink for a good cause!
Speaking of causes, the final numbers aren't in for Erie yet, but if we go by standings for donations that we know of so far, then here are the cities in order:
Buffalo
Erie
Cleveland
Tomorrow we head off to Incredible Pizza in Indianapolis! It's supposed to be sunny and warm. I'm looking forward to having to use my sunglasses! If you're in the Indy area, here's the address:
8707 Hardegan St
Indianapolis, In. 46227
I'll see you tomorrow!
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Cloudy with a chance of Mustangs - Day 1
Buffalo to Burbank - Cruising for a Cause: Cloudy with a chance of Mustangs - Day 1: Hello from Cleveland! It has been a long day. If I weren't so excited I most likely would not have gotten up at the crack of not even daw...
Cloudy with a chance of Mustangs - Day 1
Hello from Cleveland!
It has been a long day. If I weren't so excited I most likely would not have gotten up at the crack of not even dawn! I was hoping for some great weather but that didn't quite happen but the show must go on!
We met at Cheektowaga town park at 12 Noon. It was a great turn out as far as I'm concerned. My family and friends were there to see me off even though you would think it was ready to s n o w. Donning our winter jackets, you would have thought it was really December outside. Once the party got started, it was already time to hit the road and so we did, with a police escort to see us to the thruway. Some of us parted and others drove down to Erie where we met with 6 Mustangs from the Lake Erie Mustang Owners Club.
We were greeted by Al, the president of the club and others who unfortunately I cannot remember all of their names (Sorry!). After a mini photo shoot at the PA welcome center, we were off to Max and Erma's Restaurant for some good food and fun.
Even though the weather was still rainy and almost as cold as Buffalo, there was quite a nice turnout of cars and people. Max and Erma's Manager was kind enough to give LEMOC their side room to keep all of us nice and warm.
There were door prizes, basket raffle, 50/50 and of course many Mustangs. At around 4:30 we all hopped in our cars and it was time to move on. Several Mustangs from Max and Erma's took a cruise into Ohio with me. We parted ways at Highway 11 and off to Cleveland I went. Many thanks to Barb and Al from LEMOC for all of your help in pulling this together and thank you to your club for showing the support on such a rainy day like today! It was great "cruising" with all of you!
When I get the numbers from Barb I will let everybody know how we did in Erie.
At around 6:30 PM I pulled into my hotel, unloaded my bags, cleaned up and out the door I went heading for the IX Center. Wow is that place BIG! I was greeted by Saleen Club of America member Craig Cooper who along with Rick LeBeau had been a tremendous help in getting Cleveland off the ground. He gave me quick tour around and saw some amazing cars, trucks and planes. By 8:30 the pony was indoors. I spent the next 45 minutes detailing it (and it's not done yet) while the guys were getting my spot ready for me. The car was in place by 9:30.
Tomorrow will be an early day for me at the IX center. Expect many more pictures! But for tonight, Good Night everybody!
It has been a long day. If I weren't so excited I most likely would not have gotten up at the crack of not even dawn! I was hoping for some great weather but that didn't quite happen but the show must go on!
We met at Cheektowaga town park at 12 Noon. It was a great turn out as far as I'm concerned. My family and friends were there to see me off even though you would think it was ready to s n o w. Donning our winter jackets, you would have thought it was really December outside. Once the party got started, it was already time to hit the road and so we did, with a police escort to see us to the thruway. Some of us parted and others drove down to Erie where we met with 6 Mustangs from the Lake Erie Mustang Owners Club.
Even though the weather was still rainy and almost as cold as Buffalo, there was quite a nice turnout of cars and people. Max and Erma's Manager was kind enough to give LEMOC their side room to keep all of us nice and warm.
There were door prizes, basket raffle, 50/50 and of course many Mustangs. At around 4:30 we all hopped in our cars and it was time to move on. Several Mustangs from Max and Erma's took a cruise into Ohio with me. We parted ways at Highway 11 and off to Cleveland I went. Many thanks to Barb and Al from LEMOC for all of your help in pulling this together and thank you to your club for showing the support on such a rainy day like today! It was great "cruising" with all of you!
When I get the numbers from Barb I will let everybody know how we did in Erie.
At around 6:30 PM I pulled into my hotel, unloaded my bags, cleaned up and out the door I went heading for the IX Center. Wow is that place BIG! I was greeted by Saleen Club of America member Craig Cooper who along with Rick LeBeau had been a tremendous help in getting Cleveland off the ground. He gave me quick tour around and saw some amazing cars, trucks and planes. By 8:30 the pony was indoors. I spent the next 45 minutes detailing it (and it's not done yet) while the guys were getting my spot ready for me. The car was in place by 9:30. 
Tomorrow will be an early day for me at the IX center. Expect many more pictures! But for tonight, Good Night everybody!
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