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UPCOMING EVENTS

Monday, 7/18

MCCC Monthly Meeting

At Café 4210

THIS MONDAY!!!

July & August Events

Saturday, July 16 Team 22 To Zero Cruise-In & Car Show

Millington, Contact Mark Stites 757-285-4054

Thursday, July 21 Bartlett Cruise In 5p-9p All Cars, Makes, and Models are Welcome To Join Us! Café 4210

Saturday, July 23 Cordova Car Show, 1017 Sanga, 8a-3p

Shelby County Street Rodders & MCCC

Tuesday, July 26 Hot Rods On Beale

Thursday, July 28 Bartlett Cruise In 5-9p, Café 4210

August 4-7 NSRA Louisville

Thursday, August 4 Bartlett Cruise In 5-9p, Café 4210

Thursday, August 11 Bartlett Cruise In 5-9p, Café 4210

Tuesday. August 23 Hot Rods on Beale

Join us at the Weekly Cruise-Ins

at 4210 Alturia at Egypt-Central

Every Thursday (weather permitting)

Go to www.memphisclassicchevys.com/calendar to

see all the upcoming events!

Watch for More Events!

Memphis Classic

Chevy Club ~

Celebrating 40 Years!

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This is an excellent opportunity to participate in

a very worthwhile cause. While you’re at it,

please pray for our troops and our veterans!

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Happy 40th Birthday,

Memphis Classic Chevy Club!!!

Congratulations are in order!

Many significant events have occurred over the last 40 years in the life of Memphis Classic

Chevy Club. When the club had been in existence for only two years, it hosted the 1978

Classic Chevy National Convention at the Hyatt Regency! MCCC also hosted the Bowtie

Chevy Club National Convention in 1996. While MCCC was originally created as a Tri-Five

Club, it has expanded to include models up to ‘72. In 2004 MCCC merged with another local

club, the Late Great Chevy Club. A number of the LGCC members are still active with MCCC!

Thursday night cruise ins started around 2003 in Bartlett at Stage and Kirby Whitten with just

a handful of participants. It seemed to grow exponentially over the years. MCCC joined with

James Hicks and his annual car shows that benefited the Tennessee Baptist Children’s home,

a non-profit organization that receives no governmental funding. MCCC has been very active

helping and hosting events at Memphis International Raceway, such as Hot Rod Power Tour

and Super Chevy. Because of the love of their vehicles, their participation, and willingness to

help, as well as the generosity of our sponsors, Memphis Classic Chevy Club members and

participants raised and contributed over $18,000 in 2015 to our two charities. Congratula-

tions, Memphis Classic Chevy Members! YOU are making a difference in our community!

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When Drag Racing Was Fun

This is an article written by Larry Chambers and

was featured in the July 1978 issue of Classic

Chevy World Magazine.

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When Drag Racing Was Fun p2 by Larry Chambers

If you’ve ever had a chance to sit and talk with Larry Chambers, you know what a wealth of

information he is. His knowledge of cars, especially Tri-Fives is extensive. Take some time and

get to know him! It’s worth your while!

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Want yours to be featured? Shoot me

an email with the details!

lynnmilam@rittermail.com

Bowtie Buzz Members of the Month

Ed & Shannon Cotter

Ed & Shannon’s beautiful ‘57 was originally sold in the 60’s by his father’s

cousin at Cotter Chevrolet in Ridgeway, Illinois to a man who worked in

Product Development for GM. He used it for his weekend driver. He began its

10 year restoration in the 90’s with completion in 2000. The man who did

the body work was a Body By Fisher retiree. It was a Concourse restoration.

99% of the parts used are original to the car. Beautiful, ain’t she?!?!?

1957 Chevy Belair

2 Door Hardtop

Black with Matador Red Interior

283 Power Pack & Stock Rear End

Restored in 2000

Purchased in 2007

Concourse Restoration

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This was in last month’s issue, but it bears repeating:

For 10 years Memphis Classic Chevy Club met every Thursday night, weather permitting, of

course, at Stage Center Parking lot at Stage and Kirby Whitten. It was the ideal location.

Great traffic, lots of choices for eating, and such. People would happen by and would have to

stop to see all the cool classic cars. With several of the store fronts empty, we had more than

ample room to spread out. As the retail spaces became occupied, we began to have less and

less room. Then the drugstore was built on the corner, and that really took from our available

parking areas. And the riff raff started coming. They brought their jitneys and their poor

social behaviors. We started seeing them speed through the pedestrian filled lot. We saw

them do their smokie burnouts in the midst of other vehicles. We saw them ride on the out-

side of their cars, or on the bumpers, or hanging on to the side. We saw them put 10-15 in

the back of their trucks and ride through the lot. We heard their obnoxious obscenities re-

gardless of who might have been around, including our children. We heard about the trash

that was left on the lot long after we had gone home. Everything had changed. No more did

we have a safe, clean, family friendly atmosphere. We knew it was a matter of time before we

would likely be invited to leave.

Instead, we chose to leave on our own terms and set up at another location at Joe’s Crab

Shack. It was nearly ideal. We were given a large area of the parking lot to be used exclusively

by us. We were provided a security guard to keep the riff raff from invading again. Once again

it was like is should have been: safe and family friendly. But people complained. “It’s too

small.” “You have to deal with Germantown Road traffic.” “There’s only one place to eat and

it’s expensive.” “There’s not enough shade.” “How can you call it the Bartlett Cruise In if it

isn’t in Bartlett?” And so on, and so on….

Another opportunity came about: to have an entire lot to ourselves, have meals designed and

cooked for us at very reasonable prices, security provided, no crazy 5 o’clock traffic to deal

with, and shade trees galore. Most of the businesses close at 5pm, except for the antique

store, which would give us abundant parking and room to grow. Nearly everything that had

been complained about was about to be resolved! Café 4210’s owner, Barry Holbrook,

welcomed us with open arms. The new location is a mere 5-7 minutes north of Stage and

Kirby Whitten. If you haven’t checked it out yet, what are ya waiting for??? You’ll see why

we’re so happy to be here! Every Thursday, weather permitting, from 5pm until 9pm.

Hope to see you soon!!!

Points to Ponder

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Cruise-In Rules & Guidelines

We’re all here to have fun and enjoy our vehicles! Just a few reminders to keep it safe, en-

joyable, and family friendly:

No Cones, Please!

Pick up after yourself! There will be receptacles located around the parking lot.

No smoky burnouts, speeding, or other unsafe activities.

Keep your words sweet– You may have to eat them! (No foul language)

Cruise in Times are from 5pm until 9pm - BPD will have 2 officers there from 5p-9p and will clear the lot at 9.

No Alcohol - Don’t really need to explain this one, do we? :-)

See You On Thursday!!!

We Love Our New Cruise-In Location!!!!

Our MCCC Officers have worked hard to secure a new cruise-in location.

OUR NEW CRUISE-IN LOCATION IS AT

Café 4210 at 4210 ALTURIA at Egypt Central. Barry Holbrook, the owner, former club member, and a car

guy, is so excited to have us and is bending over backward to make it a great experience! He owns the

entire shopping center, including Café 4210. Café 4210 is open for us on Thursday nights. The food is

delicious and Barry, Christina, and Heather do a fabulous job!

The new location offers:

1) Limited access points

2) Bartlett Reserve police officers to monitor activity and address any issues that might come up

3) Large parking area to accommodate large numbers of cars

4) Most of the businesses are closed in the evenings, except Café 4210 (and Southern Vintage Co.,

ladies!), which will be open for us!

5) Café 4210 -Great menu, great prices, great food!

6) Gas station/convenience store next door

7) Lots of shade trees scattered throughout the lot

8) Beautiful setting, calm atmosphere, great gathering place!

We want to encourage you to support Mr. Holbrook’s business on other days, as well. He is working hard

to accommodate us…

It is only right that we support his efforts!

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there!

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Thursday Night Cruise Ins

Do you feel like you’re seeing the same cars over and

over again? Change it up by bringing your car out! We

would love to see you out with us!

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In the early days of Memphis Classic Chevy Club patches like these

were available. They were worn proudly on jackets and such and

were a symbol of honor for the club. They told the rest of the world

who you were, where you were from, and what you loved!

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Have you checked out the NEW INTERACTIVE Facebook page yet???

If you have a facebook page, log on and type in Memphis Classic Chevys in the

search bar. “Like” our group page. POST YOUR PICTURES!!!

If you don’t have a facebook page, go to www.facebook.com. Create your page!

This is what it looks like:

.

First Name Last Name

Mobile Number or Email Address

Re-enter Mobile or Email

New Password

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If you haven’t bought your

MCCC license plate, why

not?!?! They’re just $10! Ask

any of the Club Officers!

Monthly meetings

are held on the

Third Monday of each month

At 7pm At Café 4210 at

4210 Alturia at Egypt Central

Have you paid your

Membership Dues for 2016?

They’re only $25 per year! (Dues are no longer prorated.)

Check out our brand new Interactive

Facebook Group Page!!!

Memphis Classic Chevys Public Group

Just a few reminders…...

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Monthly Meeting Place & Time

NOTICE: The June MCCC meeting will be held July 18, 7pm at

Café 4210 at 4210 Alturia at Egypt Central.

Monthly meetings are the Third Monday of each month.

MCCC club meetings will be held at this location until further notice. The

meeting begins at 7. Come a little earlier to eat.

Monik Williams, New Proprietor, Manager, Chief Cook and Sweet

Lady Extraordinaire of Café 4210, and her top notch staff, will have

a special menu for us each month. A meat, two sides, and a bever-

age for $11. It’s SOOO good! Let her know how much you enjoyed it with a

nice tip!

And, as always, we look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Café 4210

We really want to encourage you to support Café 4210 for all they are doing for Memphis

Classic Chevy Club. They are welcoming us with open arms and are bending over backwards

to make our Cruise-Ins positive, family oriented experiences.

We each can reciprocate by dining there each Thursday at the Cruise In. We keep saying this,

but the food really is fabulous! And reasonably priced!

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The Purpose of the MCCC shall be to promote, foster, and encourage all activities

toward the collection, restoration, and preservation of Classic Chevrolet vehicles, and

to better facilitate the exchange of information about these vehicles. MCCC By-Laws

And we help kids have a better life! Win-Win!

LADIES!!!

This one is for you!

Southern Vintage Co. is a fabulous antique

store in the same lot as the Thursday Night

Cruise-In Site. It is HUGE!!! While the men-

folk are out gabbing about their latest pro-

ject, the ladies can shop and play at South-

ern Vintage Company. It’s in the corner of

the shopping center. On the Third Thursday

of each month, she has Ladies’ Night Out!

Bargains galore! Go check it out!!!

Swap Meet

For Sale:

‘78 Camaro 305c.i., 2bbl, Maroon/Red, Auto Trans (T.H.

350) Matching numbers, new exhaust, new tires, NIB car-

pet, Freshly Painted, $5500.00 obo

Burt Milam 901-626-7731 (7/12/16)

Wanted:

In Search Of:

If you have items you want listed, email

info@memphisclassicchevys.com.

Items listed will be purged quarterly but may be

relisted!

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It’s been a busy summer!

MCCC members and fans have had lots of opportunities to get their beauties out and show them off

thanks to the efforts of our Events Director, Billy Golden. People don’t realize how much time it takes to

arrange and schedule activities. He gets many, many phone calls asking if our club can come share our

treasures. It can be embarrassing when we have only a handful of participants show up to these events

and support our own club. We should be having a strong showing at each event. After all, we are THE

Memphis Classic Chevy Club! Thank you, Billy Golden, for all you do!!!

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Hot Rods on Beale

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SEMA Collector Car Appreciation Night

July 8, 2016

The photographers being photographed! Many thanks to those who could join us!

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More Pics from the

SEMA gathering.

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MEMBER PROFILE FOR THE BOWTIE BUZZ

Name ___________________________________ Email Address ______________________________

Phone #: Cell ___________________ Home __________________ Work ______________________

Make __________________________________ Model __________________________ Year _______

Specifications: Engine _______________________________________________________

Transmission __________________________________________________________

Rear End ______________________ If restored, when? _____________________

Date Acquired ______________________

Background, history, # of previous owners, city of origin, or other info, etc.

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

Special features or options:

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________

Other details: _________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

Special Stories or anecdotes you would like to share, i.e. you brought your child home

from the hospital in it, Grandpa owned it, got your first kiss in it, etc…

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________

Attach your photos or email them to lynnmilam@rittermail.com.

Your privacy is of utmost importance to us! We will not share your personal

information such as address, phone numbers, email addresses, and such!

Mum’s the word!

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MCCC 2016 CLUB OFFICERS

(Officers meet on the First Monday of each month at Los Pilares)

James Hicks President 901-601-0319 jhicks21@comcast.net

Bill Horne Vice President 901-270-4985 landbhorne@yahoo.com

Alka Cohen Secretary 901-861-2233 alkacohen@gmail.com

Lynn Milam Communications Director 901-626-7732 lynnmilam@rittermail.com

Jim Cohen Technical Director 901-861-2233 james.cohen@gte.net

Ajay Cohen Technical Director 901-861-2233 ajaycohen@gmail.com

David Fulcher Membership Director 901-791-2306 Seabeechief@comcast.net

Leigh Ann Fulcher Treasurer 228-365-1596 Seabeechief@comcast.net

Billy Golden Events Director 901-438-1995 billy4155@att.net

Rod Bolling Web Master 901-624-8682 174044@bellsouth.net

Club Photographers - Aiden Bolling, Louis Kimery, Lynn Milam, and Jack Mabry

Have you checked out the website lately? All the latest news, upcoming car

shows, show-n-shines, events, photos, and such are there! Rod Bolling does a

fabulous job keeping it freshened up for your perusal. Go see for yourself! You

may even find a photo of you or your car!

www.memphisclassicchevys.com

Check out our brand new

Interactive Facebook Group Page!!!

Now You Can:

Post Your Own Pics

Start a Conversation

Make Comments

Memphis Classic Chevys

Public Group

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All Net Proceeds Raised by MCCC go to Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home as

well as The Shriner’s Burn Center. This includes your Membership Dues, Car Show entry fees, 50/50 drawings, and such. Your

generosity is appreciated very much!

Special Thanks to

Mid South Housing