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High Expectations Part 1

Thu, 3 Mar 2011 09:31:05 -0700

High Expectations

Thu, 3 Mar 2011 09:30:54 -0700

Life Changing Event

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 10:43:51 -0700

Back on September 9th we held our very first fund raiser / Car Show for Nick Cordova, who is battling Leukemia, Nick is just 28 year young, Nick is pictured above to the right.

We had a very nice turn out of just over 300 attendees and 34 cars were on display. Not to bad for only having 28 days to plan.

Be The Match was also at the show signing up people for bone morrow donations, which was a learning experience for and many others, as I always thought I would have to be cut on or drilled or something but, I soon found out that all it took was a simple mouth swab for testing. What a relief! I would have done it anyway because its the right thing to do.

I am very pleased to say that, through “Be The Match” and all the wonderful people that stepped up to become a morrow donor we have now found three possible matches for Nick! Thank you all for giving back to life!

SR-71 Mustang Sells for $375,000

Sun, 8 Aug 2010 22:24:16 -0700

by Gordon McDonald on August 4, 2010

The SR-71 Mustang – a unique collaboration between automotive legends Jack Roush and Carroll Shelby – was auctioned Thursday evening at the AirVenture show in OshKosh, WI.
When the gavel fell, bidding had reached $375,000 for this one-off Mustang. The auction was held to benefit the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Young Eagles program.
Among other programs for aspiring aircraft pilots, the Young Eagles program provides an online course to get people started with flight training and prepares them to take all the FAA-required tests for pilot certification. The full training course helps candidates to learn using in-flight video, 3-D animation, graphics and more.
The SR-71 Mustang (“S” for Shelby, “R” for Roush) was built at ROUSH Performance in Livonia, MI. The Mustang is on display in the Ford tent at the AirVenture show, which runs through Sunday, August 1st.

2010 Camaro Synergy Special Edition

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:08:17 -0700

Hot and cool exterior colors are a part of Chevy Camaro history. Now the 2010 model is getting its own.
Chevrolet today debuts the Camaro Synergy Special Edition with pricing starting at $26,790. Synergy will be produced in limited quantities from February to May.
“Synergy Green continues a long tradition of dramatic Camaro colors,” says Camaro historian Scott Settlemire. “Some of the most sought-after Camaros are first generation cars – those from 1967 to 1969 – in Hugger Orange, Daytona Yellow, and Rallye Green.”
The 2010 Camaro Synergy Special Edition is based on a Camaro 1LT, with a 3.6L direct injection V-6, paired with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The powertrain has become a benchmark for the segment by offering a combination of performance and efficiency: The V-6 delivers 304 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque, and returns up to 29 mpg on the highway.
The Synergy Green exterior color was first previewed at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers (SEMA) show. In production form, the Synergy Green is accented by Cyber Grey Rally Stripes running the length of the Camaro hood and rear deck. Other exterior features include a standard rear spoiler, and standard 19 inch, Sterling Silver painted wheels wrapped with P245/50R19 tires.
The color scheme is mirrored on the interior, with Synergy Green instrument panel and door inserts. Synergy Green stitching also accents the Jet Black cloth seats, steering wheel, shift knob and center console.
“Just as those colors helped make the first generation Camaro an icon, modern colors like Inferno Orange, Rallye Yellow Transformers Edition and Synergy Green will define the 2010 Camaro,” Settlemire said.
The Special Edition also includes the Camaro Convenience and Connectivity Package, with Bluetooth phone connectivity, USB port for MP3 players, and remote vehicle start for models equipped with an automatic transmission.
“The Synergy Special Edition package is designed for customers who want a unique performance car at an attainable price,” says Camaro marketing manager John Fitzpatrick. “For under $27,000, Camaro Synergy Special Edition offers standout styling, modern technologies like Bluetooth, and 304 horsepower under the hood.”