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Upcoming MCC Events…
MCC’s Annual Business Meeting, Saturday January 14th, at 6pm at the Cool Water Cafe
in Ridgeland. Here you will learn a lot about what we have planned for the new year. It's
always a lot of fun so please mark this on your calendar. Please note there will be no
cruise-in on this date.
MCC’s first cruise-in for 2012, Saturday February 11th, from 2pm to 4pm. We‟ll be at
Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, weather permitting. Music and lots of fun!
Contact Bill Ellenburg at 601-238-3705 or [email protected]
Let’s welcome these new members to MCC!
Jim & Gwen Anderson Ridgeland, MS 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Conv.
What’s going on with MCC members?
Mike Martin recently took his 1965 Chevrolet Corvette to a National Corvette Restorers
Society judged meet in Long Beach, Mississippi. The 1965 Corvette received a "Second
Flight" award from the NCRS. This is one step down from their Top Flight award. Mike
said this about the event, “I didn't expect to get anything, so I was pleased. I now have a
list of items to correct that will let me hopefully move up to their top flight grade (there are
some awards even higher than that for cars 97 pts and above- a place I will never be). The
judges were impressed with the originality of the car. They want me to go try to get a
"Bowtie" certification, which is an award for unrestored originality. That is a complicated
process and I doubt that I will go that route. The next meet that Bowtie cars will be judged
is in California in 2012. Too far and too long (time) for me. I think I will just proceed with
a restoration to their specs with the thought of having a long distance dependable driver.”
Bill Price is adding a garage for his collection of cars. The concrete slab was poured in
late 2011 for a 2012 completion of the steel building. The garage will be 50‟ x 60‟ x 16‟
tall with a lift in it.
Rusty Easterling’s 1970 Plymouth GTX was recently chosen to be featured on the 1970
GTX Registry website. The registry currently has 1,050 cars documented. The feature can
be seen on http://www.1970GTXregistry.com
Mike Glore was notified that his McLaren MP4-12C will be delivered this spring after
waiting nearly a year for its arrival. We‟ll cover the long process in a future newsletter.
January 2012 Newsletter! MCC web site: www.msclassiccruisers.com
The December 3rd, 2011 Madison Christmas Parade Was A Lot of Fun!
The 2011 Madison Christmas Parade was a lot of fun as 30
members of the Mississippi Classic Cruisers made their way
along the 90 minute parade route complete with floats, marching
bands, civic groups, beauty queens, city dignitaries and horses all
on Main Street in down town Madison. Thousands of spectators
cheered for their favorite groups as they passed by and yes, the
Classic Cruisers drew cheers and applause from many in the
crowd. The parade moved slow enough that we were actually
able to talk about our cars with many of the spectators.
We also had the pleasure of having many of the children from Sunnybrook Children's Homes as our
guests at the parade as well as our guests for lunch at McAlister's Deli following the event. The children
and house parents really seemed to have a great time.
A BIG thank you is in order for MCC member Louis Oursler for organizing the Classic Cruisers in this
year's parade. Another BIG thank you is also in order to the following MCC members that participated
in the Christmas parade:
Doug Jones 1931 Ford Model A Madison
Louis & Melissa Oursler 1932 Ford Roadster Madison
Paul & Donna Tankersley 1934 Ford Madison
Dan & Penny Linley 1935 Tiffany Mercedes Brandon
Charlie Harrison 1947 Studebaker Lauderdale
Pat Fisher 1952 Chevy Pickup Madison
Alan Carpenter 1955 Chevy BelAir conv. Madison
Tommy Marshall 1957 Chevy BelAir Brandon
Gary & Kristin Berry 1962 Chevy Impala Ridgeland
Tom & Cindy Phillips 1963 Chevy Impala Madison
Billy Kellum 1963 Ford Fairlane Flowood
Kenny Weikum 1964 Ford Galaxie Brandon
Al & Melanie Wallace 19641/2 Ford Mustang Madison
Thomas Kirk 1966 Pontiac wagon Madison
Bill Kirk 1967 Pontiac GTO conv. Madison
Jim Stephens 1969 Mercedes 280 SL Madison
Tom Ward 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass conv. Madison
Presley Pettit 1971 Pontiac Lemans conv. Madison
Jim & Pam Viberg 1973 Hurst Olds Brandon
Terry & Ann Jensen 1976 Datsun 280Z Brandon
Keith & Freda Bates 1977 Chevy Corvette Madison
Janie Jarvis 1996 BMW 328 conv. Madison
Henri Fuselier 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder Madison
Ray Welborn 2003 Honda S2000 conv. Madison
John Davis 2004 Chevy SSR Braxton
Mike Jarvis 2007 Chevy Corvette Madison
Sam Williford 2008 Chevy Corvette Z06 Madison
Hope to see all of you at next year's Madison Christmas parade on Saturday, December 1, 2012!
A BIG thank you to MCC member Tom Phillips for providing the write-up and photos of this year's
Madison Christmas parade!!
Photos from the December 2011 Madison Christmas Parade!
For more photos of the 2011 Madison Christmas Parade visit at www.msclassiccruisers.com
MCC’s Annual Christmas Dinner
MCC‟s annual Christmas dinner was held
Friday, December 9th
, at Pan Asia. This year
brought a good turn-out and it was a great time
for all attendees. Here are a few photos from
the event.
Mississippi Classic Cruisers is now on Facebook!
Mississippi Classic Cruisers now has a Facebook page set up for the club. It
is listed as "Mississippi Classic Cruisers". If you have a Facebook account, I
invite you to visit the MCC page and check it out. While you are there
“Like” the club‟s page and you will receive updates to your Facebook
account. Also, take time to post a photo of your car and make a comment so
others can see who has joined. Tell your friends to do the same. The page
will continuously be updated with new events, photos from cruises and shows, and member
info.
A new regular segment for the newsletter – MCC Members and their vehicles!
As I mentioned in my opening on page 1 of the December 2011 newsletter, I‟d like to start
providing more information on MCC‟s vast membership. Below is a new section I will
start to include after January ( I am using myself as an example ). If you would like to be
featured in an upcoming newsletter, please send me the below information (add and
subtract as you see fit) via email to [email protected].
Name: Canaan Manley
Vehicle: 1995 Nissan 240sx
Engine: KA24DE (2.4L)
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Chassis Bits: DC Sports front strut brace, Energy Suspension subframe, differential, and
suspension bushings, Nissan R32 GT-R rear differential / axles (LSD), 5Zigen FN01R-C
wheels, Falken tires, Isis suspension arms
Go-Fast Bits: Cold air intake, Bee*R cat-back 3” exhaust system
Why did you choose this platform: It is a great Nissan car with a lot of parts available.
Worst modification: None yet, but it‟s still early!
Best modification: Everything so far!
Current horsepower: 155hp, 160 ft-lbs torque
Future plans: Continue complete restoration of the car, engine rebuild, complete
repainting, re-tinting the windows, interior work
Special thanks: First my wife for her patience with the project, Enjuku Racing for support
with parts
Information on the History of the 240sx:
The 240SX is a two-door compact car that was introduced to the North American market by
Nissan in 1988 for the following model year. It replaced the outgoing 200SX (S12) model.
Most of the 240SX were equipped with the 2.4-liter inline 4 engine (KA24E from 1989–1990
and KA24DE from 1991–1998). The KA24E being single over-head cam and KA24DE being
dual over-head cam. Two distinct generations of the 240SX, the S13 (1989–1994) and the S14
(1995–1998), were produced based on the Nissan “S” platform. The 240SX is closely related
to other S platform based vehicles, such as the Japanese-market Silvia and 180SX, and the
European-market 200SX.
MCC Membership Dues for 2012 are now due and are prorated as follows:
If you joined during the below times, please pay the amount shown:
2004-2010 …………. $25.00
Jan-Feb 2011 ………. $22.00
Mar-Apr 2011 ………$18.00
May-Jun 2011 ………$12.00
Jul-Sep 2011 ………..$ 8.00
Oct-Dec 2011 ……… Nothing Due
The reason we prorate the dues for those that joined during 2011 is so we can collect from
everyone in January and do not have to spend time collecting for the rest of the year. Payment
as noted above will cover your dues through the end of 2012. Make your check payable to
“Mississippi Classic Cruisers” and mail to P.O. Box 592, Madison, MS 39130. If you have
questions about your dues, please contact Tammy Thompson at [email protected].
Planning for the 2012 Scarecrow Cruise event has already started!
MCC's 9th Annual Scarecrow Cruise & Car Show,
October 19-20, 2012 - Madison MS (just 5 minutes
north of Jackson off I-55.) Friday's activities include
registration and a Cruisen-4-Cash event. Saturday's
activities include registration, a Classic Car
Caravan, magic show, door prizes, Shopping for
SIDS, Hope Hollow's Silent Auction and a very
nice awards ceremony. Awards for Top 50 Cars, Top
20 Trucks, Top 20 Street Rods, Top 20 Imports,
Top 10 Most Nostalgic, Top 5 Most Unusual, Top 3
Most Radical, Top 3 Project Cars, Top 3 Most
Original, Top 3 Rat Rods, Top GM, Top Ford, Top
Mopar, Top Japanese, Top British, Mayor's Choice,
Long Distance and several other categories. First 500
registered vehicles will receive a dash plaque and
18X24 full color event poster ideal for framing. To
learn more contact Tom Phillips at 601-259-5248 or
[email protected] or Mike Martin at 601-906-
1196 or [email protected] or Louis
Oursler at 601-573-5873 or
[email protected] or visit our web site at
www.msclassiccruisers.com. You'll have a GREAT
time!
Upcoming 2012 Events:
BankPlus Racing Vehicle Extravaganza, Sat. & Sun., January 7th & 8th, 2012 from
10am-6pm, Trademark building at the Fairgrounds in Jackson, MS. Contact Bill Bissell
at [email protected]. The #88 Dale Jr. Nascar will be on display at the event along with
Mississippi‟s first "Monster Truck" from years ago that has been restored... "Casper" was
the original name... The 'World of Show and Go" division is filling really fast, so get your
applications in early.
MCC’s Annual Business Meeting, Saturday January 14th, at 6pm at the Cool Water Cafe
in Ridgeland. Here you will learn a lot about what we have planned for the new year. It's
always a lot of fun so please mark this on your calendar. Please note there will be no
cruise-in on this date.
MCC’s first cruise-in for 2012, Saturday February 11th, from 2pm to 4pm. Will be at
Renaissance at Colony Park in Ridgeland, weather permitting. Music and lots of fun!
Contact Bob Jackman at 601-919-0291 or [email protected] or Dave Boyer at
601-291-9757 or [email protected].
Boy Scout Troop 98 Car & Truck Show, Sat. March 17, 2012, 9:30am – 2:30pm,
Springridge United Methodist Church, Byram, MS. Call 601-937-1928 or email
MCC's 3rd Annual Rumblin' In Ridgeland Car & Truck Show, Saturday, April 21,
2012, on the campus of Holmes Community College in Ridgeland, MS (just 3 minutes
north of Jackson off I-55.) Awards for Top 50 cars, Top 20 Trucks, Top 20 Street Rods,
Top 20 Imports. First 200 registered vehicles will receive a dash plaque and 11x17 full
color poster suitable for framing. For more information visit our web site at
www.msclassiccruisers.com or contact Bob Jackman at 601-919-0291 or
[email protected] or Dave Boyer at 601-291-9757 or
The Blue Oval All Ford Cruise-In & Auto Show, May 11th
& 12th, 2012, at the Tupelo
Auto Museum. Contact Zach Straits at [email protected] or (540) 294- 8601 for more
info.
Fun Ford Weekend, presented by JE Pistons and Roush Yates, Sept. 8, 2012.
9th
Annual Scarecrow Cruise & Car Show, in Madison, MS, October 19-20, 2012.
For Sale:
1960 El Camino, 350/350, P/B, $35,000 [email protected]
1967 Plymouth Barracuda $9,500 OBO. Car runs great, new interior,
needs paint. Willing to trade for a newer model cheaper more fuel
efficient vehicle to drive to work. Call Josh at 601-918-2682.
1956 Chevy, 400/350, P/B P/W, $52,000 Call: Killer 662-356-6035
Three (3) Mustang Cobra wheels, silver in color, size is 17”x8” +30
offset. They have tires on them, but the tires are not in good condition.
$100. Call Canaan at (601) 896-8480 or [email protected]
1957 T-Bird Torch Red 312 cc dual quads three speed all numbers match town and country
radio two tops $40k [email protected]
18 foot dual axle all steel car trailer with tie down tracks hydraulic brakes new tires $1800
2005 HaulMark 24' Enclosed Car Hauler/Utility Trailer. Super
nice dual axle 10K GVWR. Front door on passenger side plus an
over-the-axle driver's side door to enable you to get in and out of
your car easily. Electric winch and electric tongue jack; diamond
plate front stone guard, diamond plate flooring throughout
including ramp; two diamond plate tool boxes; onboard battery to
power options, winch controls at front, side door and ramp, all the
straps and hooks needed to secure your vehicle are included. This
beavertail trailer easily accommodates low profile vehicles. Comes with heavy-duty
stabilizer hitch. Asking $5900 obo - email Mike at [email protected] or call 601-
883-8383.
Undercover bed cover for 02-07 GMC Sierra 6ft bed $300, Rear Towing Sway control bar
for 02/07 3/4 ton GM truck $150, Edge Juice with Attitude power programmer for 05
Duramax LLY Complete kit $300. Call Jason Cheney @ 601-415-
8318 or [email protected]
1987 Buick Regal Turbo T Limited. 3.8 Turbo V6, Auto, many
upgrades, excellent condition, only 66k miles, Email for pics and
info. $14,500 Call Jason Cheney @ 601-415-8318 or
1968 Pontiac LeMans Convertible. Restoration started and needs to be
finished. The car is complete. 400 w/ automatic. $10,500. Call Luther
Haire @ (662) 347-5541 or [email protected].
A large collection of Corvette News (all issues from 1969 through 1988),
Corvette Quarterly (all issues), and Corvette sales brochures (various
years). All 175 plus of these magazines and brochures have no pen/pencil
marks, bends, folds, creases, or 3-hole punches. Priced at $450, this
collection is an excellent resource for any Corvette owner/enthusiast/historian. Call
Tommy Vickers at (601) 421-2670 or email [email protected].
1984 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista Package. Sharp with one repaint and mostly original
with Dark Blue over Light Blue paint. This ride is dependable to be used as a daily driver
or sharp enough to be just for shows and street fun. $7,800 call Presley @601-940-8602
Rebuilt TH350 transmission. Asking $350. Contact John Yerger at [email protected]
or (601) 941-8476
2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. $124,000 sticker. 900 miles.
$90,000 new. (601) 672- 8830
1965 Mustang Coupe. Originally a 6-cylinder car, but I replaced it
with a „95 Mustang GT short block roller motor with GT40P heads,
TryY headers, and a T5 Tremic transmission. I have the spindles
and rotor assemblies to turn the 4 lug to a 5 lug front end. My plan
was to put a Ranger posi rear end under it. New Magna Flow duel exhaust system. The
motor has a miss that I am sure is a collapsed lifter. The interior is nice and the body is
sound. $4,000 firm (601) 613-7197 ask for Bill.
2001 Red Mercedes SL 500 with two tops. Hard and soft top. Loaded with accessories.
Call Bill @ (601) 956-0932 or (601) 946-2091.
2004 Blue Cadillac XLR. Beautiful inside and out. 36,000 miles, all
extras. Retractable hardtop. Call Bill @ (601) 956-0932 or (601)
946-2091.
Chevrolet Corvette Rallye Wheels. Complete Set. 15” x 8” with tires,
rings, and caps. $1000 (601) 672-8830.
Chevrolet 20” LTZ Wheels and tires. Chromed and polished. New
factory take-offs. (601) 672-8830 Marc.
1967 Camaro RS conv. $25,000 obo, 350 auto, pwr. str., Wilwood four
wheel disc brakes, Hotchkis TVS suspension system, new black cloth
top, exhaust system and all new custom interior with 4 bucket seats, custom center console
and sound system. Call Jim at 601-316-0287 or at [email protected].
1969 Ford Mustang Coupe, baby blue, black vinyl top, 302 2v, auto with console, pwr.
steering, factory air. New Magnum 500 rims, new tires, radiator, all chrome is new,
excellent paint, great interior. Runs and drives great. Asking $15,000 contact Keith at 601-
896-2589.
2007 cargo craft enclosed car hauler. Great shape, 4 new tires, oversized wheels. Red in
color. Used to haul car to events. $7,500 OBO. Call Jim at 601-
316-0287 or at [email protected].
1965 Ford Mustang Convertible, highly desirable color
combination of Wimbledon White with black top and interior, 3
speed, 289, fully restored to original, runs great. $23,000. Call
Clint at (601) 421-0941
2001 Harley-Davidson, Sportster XLH Custom 1200, lots of chrome; 25K miles; Excellent
Condition; Always Garaged and Adult Driven. $5000 OBO. Call Marcus, 601-253-2732
(H) or 601-253-2833 (O).
1955 Buick 4-Dr Special, V8 engine, Std shift, 11.7k actual miles, original tires, “totally
original untouched”. Call Charles Catledge 601-573-5549.
1959 Buick LeSabre 4-Dr Sedan, V8 auto, great shape, original interior, 79k, new tires and
brakes. This car is currently being used in the filming of “The Haunted” in Greenville,
MS. Call Charles Catledge 601-573-5549.
1931 Buick Series 50, 4-Dr Phaeton Conv. Only 325 made, 75 exported. Can only
account for 3 or 4, mostly original, straight 8 motor. Call for more details. Charles
Catledge 601-573-5549. 1940 Buick Super 4-Dr sedan, immaculate, original interior tan, exterior beautiful green,
straight 8 motor, radio, need to call for more details. Charles Catledge 601-573-5549. 1967 Chevrolet 4-Dr Bel Air, immaculate, totally original, A/T, P/S, A/C, P/B, radio, blue
with blue interior, 57k miles, 283-V8, have the original check when purchased. Has
original seat covers. Call for more details. Charles Catledge 601-573-5549.
1930 Plymouth Coupe 2-Dr Coupe, mostly original, beautiful two-tone black and blue, 4-
cyl engine, interior needs some work, need to see to appreciate. I have records of the first
gas put in it in 1929. Call for more details. Charles Catledge 601-573-5549.
1983 Volvo DL Station Wagon, good condition: this is a daily driver; good gas mileage,
commuter/student 147K miles; $2000. Jeff Kelly 601 927 1544.
CarCapsules for storing your vehicle, won‟t touch/rub the paint like a car cover and
prevents condensation by flowing filtered air through the bag. Size is CC20 (can fit a Ford
Galaxie). It is still brand new in an unopened box. Contact Bill at [email protected].
Asking $300.
1974 Mercedes Benz 450sl roadster. 98k miles, white ext with black conv top. Have the
hard top as well. I have owned the car since 1998, runs and looks good. Could use some
minor TLC, everything but radio is original on this car. Glen 601-951-9979 $14,000
Wanted:
A steering gear box for a 83 Mercedes 280sl. Also rear view mirror, tan visors, tan original
seat covers, speedometer. Anyone knowing where I might get the above items please let
me know. We are trying to buy local. De (601) 218-2383 cell.
In 1975 my dad (Lonnie Methvin) who owned Briarwood
Gulf built this car from scratch in our garage. It had a 12
bolt, 350hp 350. The paint is a 1976 Cadillac Firethorn Red
and the interior is a tan diamond tuft which was done by
my dad's brother (Gene Methvin). The wheels were Cragar
S/S and it had a 4" dropped tube front axle. The painter of
the car said he saw it heading towards Jackson on hwy 25
between Goshen Springs and Fannin about 2 years ago. He said there was a pretty heavy
set man driving it. Please contact Zack Methvin (903) 918-3364 [email protected]
TO PLACE A FREE FOR SALE OR WANTED OR SERVICES AD OR TO CHANGE
OR CANCEL YOUR CURRENT AD PLEASE CONTACT CANAAN MANLEY at 601-
896-8480 or by email at [email protected] or write MCC, P.O.BOX 592,
MADISON, MS 39130.
Submission deadline for changes, deletions, and/or additions for the February 2012
newsletter will be January 23rd
. Please don’t be late!
All ads will be canceled after three (3) months unless canceled by you earlier and are
limited to five lines and must be automotive related. Photos are welcome but must be
sent by email along with your ad.
MCC Announces new 2012 Sponsor
Mississippi Classic Cruisers is proud to announce Storage Depot has become a club sponsor
for 2012. Look for their introduction in a future newsletter!
Automotive services available from some of our great MCC Sponsors:
Build that dream garage, Pettit Builders, Presley Pettit at 601-940-8602 or
Complete auto/boat upholstery, Juan’s Upholstery in Raymond. Call Juan or Maribel
Melo at 601-376-0005 or email [email protected].
Performance valve jobs, milling, porting, tig, crack repair, boring, honing, engine
disassembly, re-assembly, machine work and diagnostic. Jackson Cylinder Head Service.
Geoff Burroughs at 601-353-1014.
Full service detailing, carpet shampoo, wet sanding and headlight polishing. No job too
small! Ridgeland Auto World at 601-899-8500.
Specializing in repairs and upgrades to your classic car or truck. Tyer’s Professional Auto
Service in Clinton at 601-924-4165.
Glass for home or auto, Venable Glass Services. Ridgeland and Brandon locations. Call
owner Roger Venable at 601-605-4443.
T-shirts, banners, signs, mugs, pens, hats, printing, business cards and all kinds of
marketing / promotional items. Printables & More, 115 North Wheatley in Ridgeland
(behind Ro‟Chez). Contact owners Debra and Mike Gallaway at 601-898-1790.
Paint and body work, all classic and late model vehicles. Contact your local Capitol Body
Shop Manager.
Custom fabrication work on your classic. Grilles, bumpers, roll cages, headers, fuel tanks,
dashboards and more. The Wicked Rod Shop at 601-940-1172.
Remember that all MCC members and sponsors will get a discount on their
purchases at any O'Reilly Auto Parts store with the Mississippi Classic Cruisers special
account number. If you do not have the account
number, contact Tom Phillips at
[email protected] or 601-259-5248. Please note
that some items like anti-freeze, oil, etc… may not
be discounted. The best discounts are on hard
parts like water pumps, brake shoes, etc… This is
where you will see some really good savings.
601-898-1790
MCC Members
Be Sure To Support Our Great Club Sponsors!
Appliance Specialist repair and installation
J.W. Hames 601-316-3215
Mississippi Classic Cruisers P. O. Box 592
Madison, MS 39130
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