Friday, October 1, 2010

Upcoming driving events within 300 miles of zip 93458



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Here is the latest issue of our monster nation-wide track calendar. It's October and we have 345 events listed for 2010.

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Here are the next 90 days of upcoming driving events in your region (within 300 miles of zip code 93458).


SEPTEMBER
30T-1Audi Club NA - Southern California ChapterButtonwillow Raceway Register Now!

OCTOBER
2SPCA - San DiegoQualcomm Stadium Register Now!
3SSCCA - San Francisco Region - Fresno ChapterLemoore Naval Air Station Register Now!
4MDW EventsThunderhill Raceway Park Register Now!
4MPCA - Grand Prix RegionStreets of Willow Springs Register Now!
8FPCA - Golden Gate - Track EventsInfineon Raceway Register Now!
8FYour Private Track DayMazda Raceway Laguna Seca Register Now!
8FTRACK CLASSICThunderhill Raceway Park Register Now!
8F-10PCA - San DiegoQualcomm Stadium Register Now!
9S-10Speed VenturesWillow Springs Int'l Raceway More...
10SYour Private Track Day - D2D500Laguna Seca Register Now!
10SSCCA - San Francisco Region - Fresno ChapterCastle AFB Register Now!
10SFormula RallyXFRX Glen Helen Raceway Register Now!
10SPCA - Loma Prieta Region - AutoCrossMarina Airport Register Now!
10SPCA - Loma Prieta RegionMarina Airport More...
15F-17SCCA - San Francisco Region - Club RacingMazda Raceway Laguna Seca Register Now!
16SGolden Gate Lotus Club AutocrossGreat America- Centennial Lot Register Now!
16SPCA - Golden Gate - AutocrossAlameda Point Register Now!
16SBMW CCA - Golden Gate Chapter - Car Control ClinicMarina Airport Register Now!
16S-17SCCA - California Sports Car Club/CalClubButtonwillow Raceway Register Now!
16S-17Lotus Challenge SeriesSpring Mountain Register Now!
16S-17PCA - San DiegoSpring Mountain Register Now!
17SBMW CCA - Golden Gate Chapter - AutocrossMarina Airport Register Now!
17SBMW CCA - San Diego Chapter - AutocrossQualcomm Stadium Register Now!
22F-24Pirelli Drivers Cup USA/CMSMazda Raceway Laguna Seca Register Now!
23SPCA - Orange Coast - Tours & Social EventsPetersen Automotive Museum Register Now!
23SSoCal Vintage BMWWoodley Ave Park Register Now!
23S-24Speed VenturesButtonwillow Raceway More...
24SAudi Club NA - Southern California ChapterJulian, CA Register Now!
30S-31Audi Club NA - Golden Gate ChapterInfineon Raceway Register Now!

NOVEMBER
5F-7Pirelli Drivers Cup USA/CMSInfineon Raceway Register Now!
6SSCCA - Northern Pacific DivisionAtlantis Casino and Resort Spa Register Now!
6S-7Speed VenturesStreets of Willow Springs More...
13SSCCA - San Francisco Region - Fresno ChapterFresno Fairgrounds Register Now!
13S-14BMW CCA - Golden Gate Chapter - HPDEThunderhill Raceway Park Register Now!
13S-14BMW CCA - Golden Gate Chapter - Club RacingThunderhill Raceway Park Register Now!
14SSCCA - San Francisco Region - Fresno ChapterFresno Fairgrounds Register Now!
15MPDC RacingThunderhill Raceway Park Register Now!
19F-21Speed VenturesAuto Club Speedway More...
20S-21Extreme Speed Track EventsWillow Springs Int'l Raceway More...
20S-21PCA - Grand Prix RegionPomona Fairplex Register Now!
20S-21Speed VenturesAuto Club Speedway More...
27S-28Green Flag Driving AssociationButtonwillow Raceway More...

DECEMBER
4SAudi Club NA - Southern California ChapterNewport Harbor Register Now!
4S-5Speed VenturesStreets of Willow Springs More...
5SBMW CCA - Los Angeles Chapter - AutoXAuto Club Speedway Register Now!
19S-20Speed VenturesButtonwillow Raceway More...


Sunday, September 19, 2010

Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic

By Dennis Harrold: The Pismo Beach Motorcycle Classic on September 18 & 19, 2010 recreated an iconic photo taken in 1929.  The PBMC started with scenic motorcycle rides from Northern and Southern California.  The rides concluded in Oceano, CA, for a rally to kick off the festivities from 1p.m to 8 p.m.  The PBMC wrapped up on Sunday for a panoramic photo capturing an estimated 600 motorcycle enthusiasts on beautiful Pismo Beach, most dressed in gear for the occasion.














Saturday, September 18, 2010

Harris Grade/Jalama Beach Run 18 Sept 2010

Central Coast BMW enthusiasts hit the road for a jaunt to Jalama Beach, destination the Jalama Beach Burger Shack.  Our day belied the words of famous Welshman Gwyn Thomas, who suggested that "the joy is in the walking..........we are betrayed by destinations."  I suspect he would feel differently had he sampled a Jalama Burger, and why walk if you can get behind the wheel of a modern BMW?  In the case of Jalama Beach Road the drive really is the deal, with 150 turns each way as it winds from Highway 1 south of Lompoc.  We were joined on this day by guests from the Bay Area, Bakersfield, and a contingent of Z-roadsters and coupes from Southern California.  Final tally was 15 cars and 23 people, an enjoyable outing with some really nice folks.  Thanks to all who participated!     













































Monday, August 9, 2010

Take a Look at This '65 Mustang!


By Tom Elerding, BMW CCA Member
Photography: Frank Cowan

After deciding that I really needed an American Muscle Car to play with, I looked around the country for some time (thanks to the Internet) before finding this 1966 Mustang fastback in my backyard – Santa Barbara. It had just the right combination of good restoration, appropriate additions, and built motor and transmission. The price was right as well.











The car is a standard fastback, originally with a 289 V8 and a 4 speed manual transmission. As I bought it, it has a later model 302 block stroked out to 347 cu. in. Induction is via a Barry Grant 750 cfm Speed Demon carburetor, Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminum intake, and Edelbrock aluminum heads. The transmission has been rebuilt, with a higher stall torque converter and large fluid sump.


Paint is a near-perfect 2006 Audi Nimbus Gray over very good body work. All stainless, polished aluminum and chrome is either new or refinished. Interior is all new, with after market seats that grip you like a glove.







The seller was not the restorer, and knew little about the details. I have the name of the next previous owner, but have not been able to contact him yet. I would like to know exactly what was done and by whom. I will keep trying to reach him.


1966 was the last of the “small” Mustangs before they began to get bigger and bigger. I like the lines of the fastback, as they remind me of another car I liked—the 60’s Lamborghini 350 and 400 GTs. I remember riding in the back of a 65 Mustang fastback with my two brothers from LA to Toronto, Canada, back in the day. It was tight in the back, but a lot of fun at the time. I don’t bend quite as readily these days, and would not want to repeat that trip now!




Monday, July 26, 2010

25 July drive to Ragged Point

25 July drive to Ragged Point

25 July drive to Ragged Point

25 July drive to Ragged Point

25 July drive to Ragged Point

25 July drive to Ragged Point