NORTHWEST

STANDARD

February 2017

Volume 40

Number 2

1972 Cadillac

Fleetwood Eldorado Coupe in Balmoral Green Firemist and White Padded Vinyl

Padded roof with a 1913 Cadillac Two Passenger Roadster.

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OFFICERS:

President Robert A. LeCoque V.P. Joni Reis V.P. Activities Bob Sondheim Treasurer Jerry Leighton Secretary Position Open Membership Jerry Leighton National Rep. Don Miholovich Webmaster Jack Looney Editor Joni Reis BOARD: Ted Barber Jack Looney Bob Sondheim Scott Anderson Don Miholovich

STEERING COLUMN

OUR WEB SITE: www.clcpnwr.org

NATIONAL: www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/

We are also on Facebook

NORTHWEST STANDARD is published by the

Pacific Northwest Region of the Cadillac &

LaSalle Club. The purpose of this club is to

exchange information, encourage the

maintenance, preservation and restoration of

Cadillac and LaSalle Automobiles & to promote

social fellowship & fun among it’s members.

2017 marks the 40th Anniversary of our Region’s re-organization in 1977. Back then, 10 members met at Glenn Mounger’s home in Magnolia and put our $10 each on the coffee table and called the Pacific Northwest Region active after 11 years of inactivity. Originally chartered in 1966, the club never got an organized foothold until Glenn organized Cadillac LaSalle meets at Gasworks park in 1976 & 1977 and Virginia Houser started calling folks off the sign in sheets. By December of 1977, enough members showed interest to create and organization and the rest is, as they say, History.

Our annual Henry Leland party is coming up on the 19th so make sure you get your reservations in to Jerry Leighton and I look forward to seeing all of you who can attend.

Also: DUE ARE DUE! SEE THE RENEWAL FORM ON PAGE 11 OF THIS ISSUE. DUES ARE DUE BY THE END OF MARCH.

On the cover is the Eldorado Coupe.

“ It looks to be exctly what it is: the

world’s most elegant personal car.

Even more glamorous for 1972.

With a number of design innova-

tions, highlighted by massive new

grille and two dual hood stripes.

Here is the only luxury car with both

front-wheel drive and an 8.2 litre V-

8 engine, the world’s largest pro-

duction passenger engine. Lamp

monitors, variable-ratio ower steer-

ing and Automatic level control are

standard. And you can order a Dual

Comfort front seat as well as Track Master, Cadilla’s skid control braking system. From its

jewel-like standup crest to its beautifully beveled rear deck, this is motoring pleasure of the

first magnitude. From the manual for 1972

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Leland Birthday Dinner Sunday, February 19, 2017

Verrazano’s Italiano Restaurant

28835 Pacific Hwy S.

Federal Way, WA 98003

2pm-5pm

Buffet Menu

Spinach Salad

Rigatoni Bolognese

(Meat Sauce)

Chicken Marsala

(Wine Mushroom Sauce)

Seasonal Vegtables

Bread & Butter

$33.00 per person

Please send payment to

Jerry Leighton: 26510

8th Ave S., DesMoines

WA 98198 or call Jerry

at 206 579 5000

A Big Thanks to Bob Sondheim

for arranging!

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Local and National 2016 Events

February 19, 2017: Leland Dinner at Verrazano’s

Italiano Restaurant

April 7,8,9: Portland Swap Meet

May Car Tour—TBD

June 26-July 2nd: National CLC Driving Tour

Exploring Route “66” starting in Joliet, Illinois is

fully outlined on the national website:

www.cadillaclasalleclub.org

June 25th: PNWRCLC Show and Picnic at the Tri-

ple XXX in Issaquah

July 30-August 5th CLC Grand National in

McLean, Virginia ( Suburban Washington DC)

Go to the National Web site for information onthis

tour as well.

Watch for additional events!

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I am including a few Pictures from our PNWCLC Club

Ttour to Las Vegas Last April 2016. It was an amaz-

ingly beautiful tour with the weather changes,

mountains and cloud formations.

There was always something going on at the con-

vention as far as activities. In addition to Garage,

Shop, Museum, Park & Business tours we had the

Board Meeting & gathering of the Cadillac Queens.

Plus Vegas always has it’s own excitement. Joni

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Right: Bonnie Chrey, Joni

Reis and Katherin Janssen

Don Miholovich at All Ca-

dillac’s of the 40’s & 50’s

Welcome Reception

Joni, Bonnie & Kathrin at

the Cadillac Queen event

with friends

CLC cars on display

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An exceptional opportunity on your choice of prestigious tracks. V-Performance Lab covers a wide range of driving techniques and experiences including, but not limited to, oversteering, slalom, and track sector training. Cadillac will offer 3 full-day sessions at each of the two locations: Lime Rock Park in Lakeville, Connecticut and Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas.

Take your V-Series from the left lane to the raceway and experience ultimate performance. V-Academy is an exclusive opportunity to test the motorsport pedigrees of the CTS-V and ATS-V on one of the nation’s most demanding racetracks, Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club. With 640-hp in the CTS-V and 464-hp in the ATS-V, the program is designed to assist V-Series owners in mastering their vehicle’s immense power and capabilities, while expanding their driving skillset. Cadillac offers complementary en-rollment in V-Performance Academy with the purchase of every new 2017 V-Series vehicle.1 After you take delivery of your ATS-V or CTS-V, you will receive a V-Performance Academy welcome package in the mail containing information on how to enroll.

Individualized instruction, instant feedback. The V-Academy curriculum relies on small group training led by world-class drivers to ensure that participants receive focused coaching and attention during activities like the Skid Pad, Slalom and Steering Exercises. Cadillac’s available Performance Data Recorder (PDR) provides real-time information—including video footage—from your run the moment you step off the track. This footage is then used by the V Academy instructors to analyze, examine and improve your on-track performance.

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Test the segment’s most powerful vehicle on the country’s longest racetrack. Located 55 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip, Spring Mountain boasts thelongest road course in North America. With more than six miles of racetrack and over 50 unique configura-tions, drivers can unleash V-Series vehicleson a legendary track while honing their driving prowess. Lodging on the Spring Mountain premises is included, with loft-style suites complete withkitchenettes for comfort and ease. And with an 8,000-square foot club-house, pool, racquetball court and fitness facility, your time spent on and off thetrack is equally enjoyable. For more information on Spring Mountain, visit their website at www.springmountainmotorsports.com.

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Classifieds

FOR SALE— C1940 Cadillac 7219 5 Pass Sedan (aka

Deacon Henry Fleetwood). Local to Snohomish o. when

new, owned by Ted and Beth Barber since 1971 and, has

participated in numerous CLC and CCCA events locally

and cross country. The engine was completely rebuilt in

1985 along with brakes and new wiring. Exterior is most-

ly original black lacquer and interior is the original gray

broadcloth in very good condition. The body is solid and

there is no rust. $24,000. Contact Ted Barber 206-459-

3215 or, Bob LeCoque 206-799-6585.

For Sale— 1967 Cadillac Deville Convertible. This beauti-

ful dark red metallic cruiser is a head turner! It was once

owned by CLC member Wayne Hileman who purchased the

car back in 1986. It has won several awards at our local CLC

shows. His daughter has had it safely stored and covered in

a garage since her father passed away 10 years ago. It has

been regularly started up and pulled out of the garage a

couple times a year. This car is part of her family’s estate

and she has come to the de-cision to part with it. It has

90k+ original miles on the odometer. The paint has been re-

done and the body is straight as an arrow. It has: 429 V8

engine with 340 HP, 4 barrel carburetor, Turbo hydra-matic

trans-mission, power top (new within the last 15 years),

power windows front and rear, (rear passenger side does

not react from drivers control), air conditioning, AM/FM

stereo radio, fender skirts, trailer hitch welded to the frame

that is ready for towing, glass back window, cruise control,

and other inclusions.

Please note that the rubber seals all around the doors and

windows need to be replaced, the original leather interior is

in good condition but the front driver’s seat shows some

minor wear. There are no floor mats but the carpet looks to

be original and there are no holes. The trunk interior needs a

little tender loving care. The title is free and clear to facilitate a

quick transition. Asking price of $24,950 Contact Shelly Erwich 425-

272-7707

For Sale—1986 Sedan DeVille Purchased new from

Coulter Cadillac, Phoenix. We purchased from original

owner friends, Phoenix in 1994 with 23,000 miles. Car

has been maintained by Doyle’s. West Seattle who

have the records. Vogue tires have 10,000miles. The

car has used Amsoil fluids. Shocks, brakes, water-

pump, radiator, AC compressor have been replaced.

Always garaged. Downsizing reason for selling. $6995.

206-932-8898 H or 206-930-1741 cell.

kenester37@yahoo.com

10 1992 Cadillac Allante - gold with

1939 Cadillac/LaSalle headlight bezel (right side), GM part #923454. Same bez-el may have been used for 1938. The original bezel fell off "Sally" on a drive from my house to the Fauntleroy Ferry Dock in June.

Don Walter, Seattle, WA, 206-383-3125, e-mail: dbwalter@zipcon.net.

1992 Cadillac Allante - gold with cream interior, leather is perfect, black soft top in perfect condition, a/c has been upgraded to new freon, tires in new condition, all systems work perfectly except radio has lost sound. No dents, paint looks original, mileage 132,000. Asking $9,500 - Contact Dave or Bev Goebel for more info at dbgoebel@msn.com or 208-957-6537.

If your car or items are no longer for sale or sold be sure to inform

Joni Reis, Editor at visuals10@msn.com or 206-755-4623. Thanks!

1941 60 Special Parts for Sale! Doors, Hood, trim and several boxes of small

parts. Located in Seattle, (Lake City). Call Doug at 206-790-6311

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YOU MUST BELONG TO THE CADILLAC & LASALLE CLUB (www.cadillaclasalleclub.org) TO BELONG TO A REGION

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND LINKS TO THE CLC: clcpnwr.org

REGIONAL DUES are $35.00 for one year. Mail this form along with your check to:

CLC-PNWR, 26510 8TH AVE. S, DES MOINES, WA 98198

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