Ed,
You are right that the clubs who put on the various Healey events hope that
they can at least break even and if things are good have a little money left
that can go to a charity. At the same time there are occasions where
circumstance or some other item puts a different priority on one's time
and/or money. At least my wife and I would not want to discourage anyone
from stopping by for a hour or two at one of our club events. Our club
always holds Popular Choice shows in very public locations, not only for the
scenic presentation of the cars, but to encourage people to stop and look at
the cars and talk with the owners. We are sure other clubs do the same
thing. Over the years we have steadily increased club membership from "walk
in's" at such events. In general I believe that we have also increased
member participation when they take a brief look at what is taking place at
these events. We think that San Diego Club along with the Healey Association
(LA) put on a great event. We hope that those folks who only got to spend an
hour or so with us this time will be more active participants in the future.
We are certainly looking forward to seeing Mike (and his Sprite) on a more
regular basis as a registered particpant at future Healey events.
Bob and Annice
Committee members, 1999 WCM/CHW
Austin-Healey Club of San Diego (an independent club)
AHCA
AHCUSA
In a message dated 8/14/99 4:11:30 PM, JustBrits@aol.com writes:
<< In a message dated 08/14/1999 1:47:53 AM Central Daylight Time,
macleans@earthlink.net (from the spridgets list) writes:
Now what we have here is a full blown "CHEAT" !! I am coping to the healeys
list because there are National Officers of both Clubs plus many Local
Officers.
<< Because my Bugeye is not finished, >>
So what?? I've been to events in my Healey, wife's Honda, wife's Cavalier,
and my
'70 El Camino. NEVER been "unregistered".
<>
and the reason was ??????????????
<<and participation was very limited. >>
Sure doesn't sound like it. In fact, sounds the other way around.
<< In fact, I was only a spectator on popular judging day last Tuesday. >>
So? Lots of cars and a boat to look at and learn about, huh??
<< I was warmly greeted by Bob and Annice Kitterer, who along with their Mark
IV in disguise Bugeye, had many great looking Healeys on display by their
fellow club members. The Spridget connection was represented by two square
bodies and four Bugeyes. The majority were of the larger Healeys. Bob took
me around and introduced me to some very nice folks in the San Diego club,
some people from out of state and even someone with the last name Healey! >>
And for that privilege, you're not willing to pay??? Who do you think paid
for them to 'cross the pond' ?
<< I had a nice conversation with Norman Nock about big Healeys. >>
Shoulda gone to his shop instead of "...not participating..."
<< They even had a Healey speed boat on display. >>
And how many events canb you go to and see one of them (for "free")???
<< I took many pictures >>
But still didn't "participate", huh?
Sounds to me like you got a He*l of a lot for "not participating" and saving
the lousy $75 registration. Mike!!!
Folks do not attempt to put on these types of events to make a fortune for
their Club/Chapter but nor do they do the work to lose money.
Send them the money!!
Regards..........
Ed
'63 BJ-7 (Hortense THE Healey)
Founding Member & Delegate, ILLINI Chapter - AHCA (20 year Member)
Member, AHCUSA >>
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