Volume 25 Issue 7

Carlisle Chevrolet Nationals

June 26th & 17th SVGTO returned to the Carlisle fairgrounds for the first time in several years for the 2020 Chevrolet Nationals. Friday the weather was on the warm side, but sunny and perfect car show weather! Saturday was less ideal with a storm rolling through early in the morning and overcast skies for much of the day. The roads dried off by mid-morning, but this undoubtedly kept the car count lower. For those that came out anyway it was a good time! Several SVGTO members brought home some new hardware too! Overall, I’d say it was a good return trip, and we should plan to do it again next year. Here is a full list of SVGTO cars that placed:

1964-67 GTO:1st- Rich Slarb, 67 GTO2nd- Dave Busler, 66 GTO

1968-74 GTO: 1st- Joel Miller, 71 GTO2nd- Wilson Wolfe, 69 GTO

2004-06 GTO Stock:2nd- Jack Hooks, 05 GTO

2004-06 GTO Modified: 1st- Dave Eyster, 06 GTO – Dave also won a “Carlisle Elite” award!2nd- Marvin Marsh, 06 GTO3rd- Brian Little, 05 GTO

G- Series Stock: 1st- Mike Gettys, 09 G8 GT

President’s Corner

Things are slowly starting to creep back to life in the gear head world. While the bulk of our schedule has been cancelled, there are still a lot of things to do if you want to let the Goats out of the pen! Coming up next is the rescheduled Gold Star Moth-ers car show in York. The flyer I have on file is at the end of this newsletter, but please note it has the original dates on it. The rescheduled date for the show is Saturday, July 4th at the same location. We have finally begun to have some events hap-pen. You can read about the first 2 of the year right here in this newsletter, as we headed to York for a cruise in and Carlisle for the Chevrolet Nationals. It’s nice to have something NEW to write about! It seems there are a lot more cruises happening, or perhaps I just did not notice them as much before. Should we plan a couple cruises to give the club something to do the rest of the summer? Your feedback is always welcomed!SVGTO is in the spotlight once again, this time in Mecum Magazine for the July 2020 edition! Each month they highlight a car club, and recently they approached us as a chapter of GTOAA and their club of choice as drivers in Harrisburg. If you have not read the story yet, check it out on page 82 at the following link: https://mecum.dcatalog.com/v/Volume-7-Issue-7/?page=1&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=MMOur own annual Pontiac show is also still on track as scheduled. We are just about the only Pontiac specific show left, so we hope that will help us draw a bigger crowd. I talked to a lot of people at Carlisle about it, and they were all happy to hear we still planned to have the show. I am hopeful that is a good sign! We will continue to work to-wards our goal of another great GTOAA East Coast Regional show in August!

July 2020

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Random Pontiacs

York Cruisin’

A few members ventured out a few weeks ago to York, and it was great to see. Despite the street rod show being cancelled, classic and modern hot rods were out in force along Route 30 on Fri-day and Saturday evening! We met up on Saturday, and by 6 when we drove past the usual hot spot at Friendly’s restaurant parking lot, it was packed already! We expected that, so our meet up spot was a little further down the shopping plaza, but still close enough to check it out. While it was not as packed as it usually is when the street rods are in town, it was great to see a whole bunch of muscle cars and hot rods cruising Route 30 and hanging out.

July 2020

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Next Meeting: The next general club meeting date is still to be determined. Everyone will be notified when we resume with our regular meetings.

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For Sale: Bill Vantuono’s 2004 GTO

Many SVGTO members are familiar with Bill Vantuono’s 2004 Barbados Blue on Black GTO, one of only 572 built in this one-year color with the 4L60E automatic. Bill is the original owner, and this car has been his reliable daily driver, accumulating 166,000 expertly maintained miles. Since new, this GTO has been maintained with Mobil 1 synthetic motor oil, and the engine oil, gasoline (93 octane only), transmission fluid, power steering fluid and differential gear oil are regularly treated with zMAX microlubricant. Oil changed religiously every 5,000 miles. Over the years, the transmission was rebuilt (75K miles). The front struts, rear shocks, rack & pinion steering assembly, alternator, AC compressor, PS pump and drive shaft carrier bearings and couplings have been replaced within the past year. The differential oil was changed late last year with TORCO synthetic oil and friction modifi-er—no “clunk in the trunk.” Modifications include a BMR strut tower brace, American Racing 17-inch wheels, DiscItalia slotted/drilled rotors with ceramic pads, RK Sport cold air induction hood and rear spoiler, billet grilles, projector beam headlamps, LED tail lamps, K&N intake, a JVC sound system with Polk Audio speakers and Blue-tooth, backup sensors, and a few small cosmetic mods. There’s even a trailer hitch designed for the GTO and similar Holden cars that Bill installed to accept a bike rack. GTOAA 2004-2006 Tech Advisor Jerry Klaus tuned this GTO, so it’s much quicker and powerful than stock. Many factory parts, including the hood, have been retained. The interior needs some work, mainly, the seats need to be re-upholstered as some of the seams have split (a common problem with these GTOs). Full disclosure: In 2012, this car was involved in a one-car accident that damaged the nose. Bill is asking $11,500. Contact him at wvantuono@gmail.com.

DATE:

TIME: Reg. 8a 11aShow 9a - 3p

PLACE: Amos Herr Park 1670 Nissley RDLandisville, PA 17538

COST: Pre reg: 15.00, DOS: 20.00

-717.615.7117 - 717.880.5692

Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ** I understand; SVGTO, Jones Dealerships, & East Hempfield Twp will not be held liable for any damages, thefts, or injuries to show cars, or participants.

PRESENTS:

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FRI: Noon-6 SAT: -

A: Stock GTO 1964-67B: Stock GTO 1968-74C: Stock GTO 2004-06D: Stock Pontiac thru 1964 except GTO/TA/FBE: Stock Pontiac 1965-79 except GTO/TA/FBF: Stock Pontiac 1980-99 except GTO/TA/FBG: Stock Pontiac 2000-09 except GTO/TA/FBH: Stock Trans Am & Firebird 1967-81I: Stock Trans Am & Firebird 1982-2002

BJ: Modified Pontiac All Years except GTO/TA/FK: Modified Trans Am & Firebird 1967-81L: Modified Trans Am & Firebird 1982-2002

Family of Dealerships

Name:_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Street: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________ State: ________ Zip:_______________

Phone: ( ____ ) ________________ Email: _________________________________________

Model Ponac: ________________________ Year: _________ Class: (Leer from above)________

Children Parcipaon: (age limit 15) # of Children _______ Ages: _______________________

Register online: www.svgto.com————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

(email address is used to nofy you of next year’s show, we will never share your email)

Questions? Email: svgtoshow@svgto.comOr Call: 717.778.8102 717.521.8277 - 717.880.0607

2020 GTOAA EAST COAST REGIONALSAugust 14th &15th, 2020

SVGTO is a Regional Chapter of the GTO Association of America

Trailer Parking available

ADDED!CLASSES

NEW

Poron of proceeds to bene t: Ronald McDonald House Charies of Central PADriver Avenue, Landisville, PA 17538

To: SVGTO ALL PONTIAC SHOW >>> ATTN:Bob Krewson: 950 Mail registraon with remiance by: August 10, 2020Checks made payable to: Susquehanna Valley G T O

O: G8 - Stock or ModifiedN: Modified GTO 2004-06M: Modified GTO 1964-74

(717)285-0444Mountville, PA 17554310 Primrose LaneSleep Inn & Suites

*Special group hotel rates:

2013 Chapter of the Year

1133tthh AANNNNUUAALL AALLLL PPOONNTTIIAACC SSHHOOWW

P: Pontiac A-Body 1973-77 including Can Am

R: Under Construction/DriverQ: Fiero - Stock or Modified

Music By Jeff Primaldi "The 45 Guy" Showfield On Grass / Abundant Shade Catered By Scoops Ice Cream & Grille Raffles / Door Prizes GTOAA Choice Award Longest Distance Award Best Of Show Awards Popular Vote By Registered Show Participants

All Pontiacs welcome: Any Year, Any Model.**Rain or Shine Event**

Sponsored by:

Pre Registration is highly recommendedto ensure parking in your class!

-Registration day of show-Model Car contest is FREE to show registrants-Model cars limited to plastic assembly, NO diecast -Pontiac & Open Classes-Classes for Adults & KidsModel Car Contest:

SVGTO reserves the right to re-class accordingly** Modified: Up to 3 minor modifications permitted for stock class

BE A SHOWSPONSOR!

PontiacRegistry.com is presenting “A Pontiac Celebration– 2020” Eastern Regional Meet September 18-20, 2020 as a celebration of Pontiac and its rich history.

This will be another weekend of family fun with food, refreshments, seminars, music, and of course many Pontiacs of every type.

Best of all, it is to raise money for ghting childhood cancer– ALL pro ts go to Alex’s Lemonade Stand foundation for childhood cancer and The Tomorrow Fund helping chil-dren and families a ected by cancer. At the 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018 Pontiac Celebrations, $50,000 was raised for these two great charities. For 2020 we hope to do even better– and we can with your help!

Below are the Sponsorship Levels for your review. Money received goes to the basic expenses for this event, with none of the organizers or workers receiving any compensation of any sort. ALL pro ts go to Alex’s Lemonade Stand and The Tomorrow Fund children’s cancer charities!

• Major Event Sponsor...... Only $300.00: Includes name on three show trophies (a $125.00 value), promotion in all literature and signage at show, shown in all follow-up articles and on special permanent show pages at www.PontiacRegistry.com– to include logo and link to sponsor’s web site. Plus a full-page Event Booklet ad (a $100.00 value), invitation to supply promotional literature to be included in all registration packages, display space in registration area, and free swap meet space. In addition, receive a free web site ad for a full year at PontiacRegistry.com (up to a $225.00 value)!

• Trophy Sponsor...... Only $125.00: Includes name on all three show category trophies and promotion in all literature and signage at show, all follow-up articles, and in special permanent show pages on web site at www.PontiacRegistry.com. PLUS 1/4-page Event Program Book ad.

• Advertise in the Event Program Book: Full-Page ad.....$100.00; Half-page ad.....$75.00; 1/3-Page ad.....$50.00; 1/4-Page ad.....$25.00. We will also make your artwork for FREE.

• Charity Auction Donations: Please supply products or services that we can auction– everything from household goods, to car parts, to jewelry, to gift certi cates... you name it, we will sell it to raise money to help our two children’s charities .

• Charity Sponsor: If you just wish to donate any amount of money , we will gladly accept any donation (large or small) to help our two children’s cancer charities.

To be a Sponsor, to place an Ad, or to donate to our Charity Auction, contactLarry at: 941-792-6279 / e-mail: tac@gte.net; or Rick at: 401-934-0663 / e-mail: frdigi@cox.net

SHOW SPONSORSHIP

REGISTRATION FORM

NAME:_________________________________________________PHONE:____________________CELL:____________________ADDRESS:_____________________________________________ CITY:_______________________ STATE:_____ ZIP:_________E-MAIL: ________________________________________________ Trailer space needed: _____ YES _____NOVEHICLE1: Make_________________ Model:____________________________________ Year:___________ Class:____________VEHICLE2: Make_________________ Model:____________________________________ Year:___________ Class:____________

“PERFORMANCE PACKAGE” special registration– Best Deal! Includes Everything! (see above prices).......... $_____________ Additional car registration: $20.00 each (QTY. ____) ........................................................................................ $_____________ “Performance Package” includes one T-shirt: ___ Med, ___ Large, ___ X-Large, ___ 2X (check one) Additional T-shirts: $16.00 ___ Med, ___ Large, ___ X-Large, ___ 2X (Indicate Qty. each)............................ $_____________ Additional BBQ Dinner(s) and/or Farewell Breakfast(s) at “Performance Package” Discounts.......................... $_____________

Registration: $20.00 each car– when preregistering (QTY. ____)........................................................................ $_____________Registration: $25.00 each car– on day of show (QTY. ____) ............................................................................... $_____________Event T-shirt: $20.00 men’s size: ___ Med, ___ Large, ___ X-Large, ___ 2X (Indicate Qty. each) ................ $_____________BBQ Party Dinner: Saturday Night $35.00 (QTY. ____)....................................................................................... $_____________Farewell Breakfast: Sunday Morning $21.00 (QTY. ____) ................................................................................... $_____________Swap Meet Space: as much space as you need, just $25.00 ............................................................................... $_____________Vacation Raf e Tickets (see yer): 1– $5.00 • 3– $10.00 • 5– $15.00 • 10– $20.00 • 20– $30.00 .................... $_____________

Sub-Total: .. $_____________Direct Contribution to the Children’s Cancer Charities: $_____________

TOTAL: $_____________

Make check or M.O. payable to: PontiacRegistry.com and send to: Rick DiGiacomo, 54 Pinecrest Drive, No. Scituate, RI 02857Questions: 941-792-6279 or (local) 401-934-0663 / E-Mail: info@pontiacregistry.com or frdigi@cox.net

Special Hotel Discounts! Only $125.00/night! Hurry, rooms will ll fast. Call directly to the host hotel at: 401-732-6000Be sure to identify yourself as attending “A Pontiac Celebration– 2020” sponsored by PontiacRegistry.com. Use promo code: PON.

CAR SHOW CLASSES

Take advantage of the “PERFORMANCE PACKAGE”SINGLE: includes car registration ($20.00 value), Saturday night BBQ dinner ($35.00 value), Sunday Farewell Breakfast ($21.00 value), event T-shirt ($20.00 value)..... $76.00 ($96.00 value- SAVE $20.00)DOUBLE: includes one car registration ($20.00 value), Saturday night BBQ dinner ($70.00 value), Sunday Farewell Breakfast ($42.00 value), one event T-shirt ($20.00 value)..... $127.00 ($152.00 value- SAVE $25.00)Additional T-shirts and meals can be purchased by our pre-registrants at the discount prices. Additional car registration is $20.00 each. Call for details.

Show Trophies for 1st Place, 2nd & 3rdRunner-Up, and Special Awards

STOCK/RESTORED CLASSSES: Unaltered from factory. Period correct accessories. Wear and repair items replaced with as near stock as possible. Year/model correct paint. Safety items allowed including radial tires.

MODIFIED CLASSES: Includes street rods and vehicles with one or more of the following: altered or non-original GM engine; additional chrome or de-chromed; major sus-pension changes; non-original body panels; custom paint; custom interior; modern electronics.

*Classes may change as registrations arrive to better represent the show eld. Unexpectedly large classes on show day may result in

multiple/additional awards per class.

A) 1909–48 Pontiac & OaklandB) 1949–60 Pontiac– AllC) Wagons– AllD1) 1961–64 Full-SizeD2) 1965–70 Full-SizeD3) 1971–2010 Full-SizeE1) 1962–72 Grand PrixE2) 1973–2010 Grand PrixF1) 1961–67 Tempest/LeMansF2) 1968–2010 Tempest/LeMansF3) Midsize/Compact– All (except

Tempest/LeMans)G1) 1964–65 GTOG2) 1966–67 GTOG3) 1968–69 GTOG4) 1970–74 GTO

G5) 2004–06 GTOH1) 1967–69 FirebirdH2) 1970–81 FirebirdJ1) 1969–73 Trans AmJ2) 1974–78 Trans AmJ3) 1979–81 Trans AmK) 1982–02 FB/TA/Firehawk/GTAL) Fiero– AllM) GMC– AllMODIFIED CLASSESM1) Fiero– AllM2) 1926–63– All (except GTO/FB/Fiero)M3) 1964–2010– All (except GTO/FB/Fiero)M4) 1964–67 GTOM5) 1968–74 GTOM6) 2004–06 GTOM7) 1967–78 Firebird/Trans AmM8) 1979–02 Firebird/Trans Am

Be sure to make a copy of your registration before sending.

REGISTRATION NUMBER(Sta Use Only)

SEPTEMBER18-20,2020

INQUIRE

REGISTER EARLY!Host Hotel Fills Quickly

–Over ow Rooms Available Nearby–

THANKYOU!

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