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No problem at all. I'm told there is plenty of places to park a trailer.

[This is just to remind everyone that our upcoming spring event is officially less than one month away!]

This is just to remind everyone that our upcoming spring event is officially less than one month away!

When:   Saturday, May 10th, 2025  11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Where:  Shelton Vineyards, Dobson, NC

We have been promised stellar weather that day. (I'll be firing up the official SAAC Carolinas chemtrail aeroplanes and laying a nice thick coat of fake clouds to keep everyone cool and comfortable that day).

 
But seriously folks, this is an event not to be missed.  Shelton Vineyards is beautiful, and I've received numerous feedback from other people about car events they have attended there and really enjoyed.

 https://www.sheltonvineyards.com/

The winery officially opens at 11:00 am, but please arrive between 9:00 and 9:30 am to begin parking vehicles.  Also, there is ample space for trailer parking.  The Hampton Inn & Suites at Shelton Vineyards is a newly renovated accommodation available to all in case you want to come in the night before, or stay over.  

Hampton Inn & Suites at Shelton Vineyards
150 Charlestowne Drive
Dobson, NC 27017
Phone: 336-353-9400

https://www.sheltonvineyards.com/hampton-inn-suites-at-shelton-vineyards

If anyone is interested, I'll setup a reservation at the Harvest Grill restaurant.  I've been informed that the food is excellent, though if you are trying to save money the winery is also perfect for a picnic.  Here is a copy of their current spring menu:

https://www.sheltonvineyards.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Spring-Menus-combined.pdf

Also, please RSVP (SAACCarolinas@gmail.com) so we may have an idea as to who will be attending, and if you'll be joining us for lunch at the Harvest Grill.  I hope you are looking forward to this as much as I am.

Hi to all,
Thanks for the great car pictures Brian. Is it just me? Or is that a flat gas cap type emblem on the front and rear of the racecar. Would be interesting to chase that story HOPE This keeps the questions alive.
R.R.

I believe those are decals that were sold back in the day. The flat gas cap emblem was silk screened onto a round piece of aluminum and not a sticker or decal . The thicker flat gas cap emblem profile is not evident in the pictures.

Yes, to what Bob said, there are old ads that show those decals as an item you could buy.

Yes, Bob and JD are both correct, those are the aftermarket stickers that are so prevalent today. (Just go check eBay)  They were available in the Shelby aftermarket catalog for 25 cents.   I guess he liked the look of them when he was putting this car together.  Road reptile's is also right, they do look like '67 flat gas caps at a quick glance, especially if you suffer from '67 redlightitis.   

https://imageshack.com/i/pmlgCQbDj

I wasn't sure where this car would best fit in on the forum, so I picked here.  This past weekend I had the privilege of attending the Palm Event in Palm Beach, Florida.  It is held to benefit A Place Of Hope, a charity for abused women and children in South Florida.  It's my third year attending and as in the past, it is held at Mar-a-Lago, President Trump's house. 

While I was there, I ran into Steve Johns who brought his 1967 King Cobra Can Am Race Car.  I believe that this is one of those Shelbys that most folks have minimal knowledge about, I certainly did.  When I heard the name 'King Cobra' I always thought of the original 1963 race car based on a lightweight Cooper T61 Monaco sports car. 

After the historic Ford win of 1966, Shelby thought more about branching out into the competitive CanAm race circuit, so he outsourced the building of 3 new cars to Len Terry (formerly of Lotus) in England.  According to Colin Comer's Complete Book of Shelby Automobiles, Shelby American took possession of these cars and tweaked them as expected.  They added Ford horsepower to chassis number 1 and took it racing.  It didn't fair very well, racing only twice, crashing and finally being stripped of it's usable parts.  Chassis number 2 was sold off and raced by a private owner/driver, and it still exists today. 

This car, chassis number three, has the original doors and air splitter off of the original raced car no. 1.  It has an experimental Dan Gurney XE 351 engine with Gurney Weslake heads and Weber 48 IDA carbs. It may not have seen any race action under the Shelby American banner, but it's current care taker claims it to be "the last race car ever produced by Shelby American". (I'm sure that will be challenged by someone, lol).  I just thought you all might want to see the pics. Enjoy!

http://imageshack.com/a/GWZ17/1

[When: Saturday, May 10th, 2025 11:00 am to 6:00 pmWhere: Shelton Vineyards, Dobson, NC]

Shelton Vineyards

It's been way too long since we have all gotten together, let's fix that.  You are cordially invited to attend the 2025 SAAC Carolina's Spring Event.

When:   Saturday, May 10th, 2025      11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Where:  Shelton Vineyards, Dobson, NC

Located in the heart of North Carolina's Yadkin Valley, Shelton Vineyards is 180 degrees from any winery you will find on the West Coast. The distinctive characteristics of Shelton wine come from the unique soil and climate of the Yadkin Valley. This helps give Shelton wine an inimitable taste that holds its own against any wine from any area in the world.  

https://www.sheltonvineyards.com/

The winery officially opens at 11:00 am, but please arrive between 9:00 and 9:30 am to begin parking vehicles.  Also, there is ample space for trailer parking.  The Hampton Inn & Suites at Shelton Vineyards is a newly renovated accommodation available to all in case you want to come in the night before, or stay over.

https://www.sheltonvineyards.com/hampton-inn-suites-at-shelton-vineyards

Wine tasting is available as the tasting room opens at 11:00 am.  There is live entertainment from 1:00 until 4:00 pm and a restaurant called the Harvest Grill is located on the premises, though you are welcome to pack a picnic lunch and purchase a bottle red or white to enjoy and fully immerse yourself in the aviance.  I've attached a menu for the Harvest Grill, reservations are suggested.  If you reply and state you would like to patronize the restaurant, I'll secure group seating for us all.

The grounds are a visual treat guaranteed to lower your blood pressure better than any Beta-Blocker ever could.  Historically, this winery has hosted numerous car events for other clubs, all have raved about it, including the Corvette Club which will be holding their event two weeks after ours.  If you have any further questions, please contact me, and I look forward to seeing all of you again.  Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Shelton Vineyards
286 Cabernet Ln., Dobson, NC
(336) 366-4724
http://www.sheltonvineyards.com/

Did you receive my check Brian?

Michael

Yes Michael, you should have received your calendar?

How do I order one?

Just email me: Bubbletime1@gmail.com

Do you take PayPal?

     Roy

Yes I do Roy, just use my email: Bubbletime1@gmail.com
Friends and Family please, and give me your address in an email.

For the first time ever SAAC Carolinas has fabricated a lovely compilation of our member's vehicles beautifully organized into a 9 by 12 inch calendar for your year long enjoyment.  We are offering this unique item for only $20 shipped to your door.   I've attached a couple of samples, but will keep the rest as a surprise.  The calendar includes multiple holiday and birthday reminders for historic folks related to this hobby.  I think most of you will find it interesting, and a great way to show everyone in your workplace where your interest really lies.  Thanks.

Certainly not a new topic, but disturbing non the less.

Anytime you California members want to come to join SAAC Carolinas, just drop me a line.

https://www.thedailychela.com/p/democrats-in-california-want-to-regulate

https://www.theblaze.com/align/little-deuce-prius-california-s-shocking-plan-to-ban-classic-cars?cx_testId=1&cx_testVariant=cx_1&cx_artPos=0&cx_experienceId=EX6ZDD3D9VN6&cx_experienceActionId=showRecommendationsVU3PH74ULO8X25#cxrecs_s

California might be bad...
However when Carolina has the same weather year round...
Please let me know 

Touche'         

Certainly not a new topic, but disturbing non the less.

Anytime you California members want to come to join SAAC Carolinas, just drop me a line.

https://www.thedailychela.com/p/democrats-in-california-want-to-regulate

https://www.theblaze.com/align/little-deuce-prius-california-s-shocking-plan-to-ban-classic-cars?cx_testId=1&cx_testVariant=cx_1&cx_artPos=0&cx_experienceId=EX6ZDD3D9VN6&cx_experienceActionId=showRecommendationsVU3PH74ULO8X25#cxrecs_s

Roy,

Love that color!

It's been quite a year, between elections and natural disasters.  As the year begins to wind down, it's good to think about and appreciate our family and friends, always remembering what's really important.  I'm optimistic for our hobby in general, even if the entire world seems to be turning it's back on combustion engines and full on embracing electric vehicles instead.  Nothing will ever replace that smell of fossil fuel and the sound of a Ford engine rumbling to life in the garage after a long winter's hiatus.  Something we all have to look forward to.

I wish all of you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

When I was diagnosed with renal carcinoma 6 years ago, two members of this forum were incredibly supportive as I navigated my way through the entire ordeal, Woody Woodroff and Van.  Both of them were dealing with a bleaker prognosis then I, but both were far more concerned with my well being than their own. 

Van will surely be missed, along with Woody and all the other good people taken by this awful disease.

God Bless Van

A lot of things that added-up???

not original engine and overall appearance/condition?

I hear ya, but still pretty low.