BUICK RACER Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Link to Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows Reservations 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Looks like Roberta's on the ball already and a quick link to the Marriott web site 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 The written registration form is in the Bugle starting this month. The online registration form will be up shortly. We already have a few signed up! It should be a great show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Hi Roy, i was was looking at the registration form at a friend's last week and there were a couple points of confusion. First, what I'd heard verbally in Brookfield was that if a vehicle qualified for 400 point (ie 12 years old or older), it would qualify for the Driven award, but the registration form stated 1993 or earlier. Secondly, I had difficulty understanding the way it was laid out. I'm working from memory, so please correct errors (don't have my Bugle yet). It costs something like $30 to add the driven above and beyond whatever class the vehicle is registered in? For me to do all the paperwork and save a few judges breakfasts to get the award? Also, it seems to me it cost the same for a Display car as a 400 point car. That doesn't make sense to me as the awards and judging costs don't apply to the display Buicks. Or is this either an attempt to get everyone to have their cars judged, or is everyone who isn't subsidizing the 400 point classes? Any clarification you could provide would be great. Of course, I understand you are the messenger, and not the ones making the decisions. I hope I'm wrong on some of my understanding / interpretation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 The registration published in the July Bugle is incorrect regarding the Driven Award. It was submitted for publication 6 weeks in advance. The one appearing in the August Bugle is correct. The Driven Class of the past is gone for 2018. There will be no more Driven Class judging or a Driven Class. Any car registered for the meet (Judged, Modified, Archival, or Display) can purchase a Driven Award for an additional $10 if the car is 25 years old and driven to the meet. The owner of the car will be asked to sign a sheet at the registration desk claiming that the car qualifies, and they will be handed the award at that time. This is the first attempt at the new policy, so expect a few minor changes, but this is how I understand it to be now. And this is how it is published in the August Bugle. Also, merely displaying a car is cheaper than having it judged. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ted sweet Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 guess that means the display only class wiil be huge next year 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 The Driven Class was mostly a sub-class of Display anyway. I think it's a good option to be able to certify that you drove the car ( by the way, the new program allows for a breakdown of 25% of the driven mileage and you can still get the award) if you want to. I tend to doubt this change will impact anyone's decision to change from archival or 400 point class. No one is twisting anyone's arm to apply for a driven award in any of the remaining classes, but to some, it is a well deserved badge of honor. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 1 hour ago, ted sweet said: guess that means the display only class wiil be huge next year And nothing wrong with that Ben 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Thanks Roy. The only difference I'd heard from some was that if it was eligible for 400 point, it was eligible for the Driven award, suggesting that a 12 year old Buick would now qualify. I guess reaching out to Mr. Steed as the authority would eliminate any remaining confusion...can't trust me as a source nor what was spoken in Brookfield. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhclark Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 On 7/19/2017 at 1:55 PM, Thriller said: Thanks Roy. The only difference I'd heard from some was that if it was eligible for 400 point, it was eligible for the Driven award, suggesting that a 12 year old Buick would now qualify. I guess reaching out to Mr. Steed as the authority would eliminate any remaining confusion...can't trust me as a source nor what was spoken in Brookfield. This is correct. If it's eligible to be on the showfield, it is now eligible for the Driven Award. We'll get it all straightened out eventually! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Thanks Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 There are no rooms available Wednesday June 20 at Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows even though there are scheduled events. Any other known optional hotels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Wiegand Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 The last posting on here was 8 days ago. I don't know who you guys have been talking to, but, the host hotel for the 2018 National Meet is wide open for booking reservations. My other half got our reservations placed earlier today. She asked the gal that she talked with about all rooms for Wednesday being spoken for. The gal laughed and told her that we were number 9 from the BCA locking in reservations. Someone on here is blowing a whole lot of smoke about the reservations filling up for next years meet. I put this on here so folks would know the straight scoop about what is going on. Our room is locked in and the rest of you can have what is left. Terry and Barbara Wiegand South Hutchinson, Kansas 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 The host hotel just recently added rooms for Tuesday and Wednesday nights only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Wrong no rooms available. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philip roitman Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I just booked a room at the host hotel. There was no room available for Wednesday. I booked for Thursday through Sunday. Any info for hotels close by to get a room for Tuesday and Wednesday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted August 29, 2017 Author Share Posted August 29, 2017 Phil and Willie, I have asked that this be addressed, so stay tuned. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Well, my youngest son and fiancé just revealed their wedding date………… June 23rd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 How thoughtful of them, where at in Denver? 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 5 hours ago, MrEarl said: How thoughtful of them, where at in Denver? Ouch! Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 12 hours ago, MrEarl said: How thoughtful of them, where at in Denver? We have been praying for this to happen for a long time. We couldn’t be more excited even if we miss the Buick Nationals. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kgreen Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 Still not looking good for rooms for the full event. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 1 hour ago, kgreen said: Still not looking good for rooms for the full event. Sad. I though by now our National Meet Committee could have gotten ahead of situations like this... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted October 30, 2017 Author Share Posted October 30, 2017 Email sent on 9.6.2017 To All BCA Members: The 2018 Denver National Buick Meet is scheduled from 6/19/18-6/23/18. The reservations of allocated rooms at the host hotel, Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows, for Tuesday (6/19/18) and Wednesday (6/20/18) have been completed. There are no more rooms for these two nights at the Marriott, unless there are cancellations. There are still rooms available for Thursday through Saturday night. To accommodate those arriving on Tuesday (6/19/18) and Wednesday (6/20/18), the BCA has made arrangements at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Denver/South-Ridgegate. The Tuesday & Wednesday BCA special rate is $159/night + applicable tax. The Hampton Inn & Suites is 1.1 mile away from the host Marriott hotel to drive or 0.8-miles if you walked (16-minutes). Best Value Strategy: If you are coming on Tuesday to the 2018 Denver National Buick Meet make your reservations at the Hampton Inn & Suites, Denver/South-Ridgegate for Tuesday (6/19) and Wednesday (6/20). Reserve for the balance of your stay at the Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows. The Marriott's BCA special rate is $129/night + applicable tax. Time is of the essence. Below is the weblink to Hampton Inn & Suites, Denver/South-Ridgegate for room reservations. http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/groups/personalized/D/DENRGHX-BCA-20180617/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG Below is the weblink to Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows for BCA room reservations. https://aws.passkey.com/e/49273599 If you register for the wonderful and interesting day tours on either/or both Wednesday and Thursday, the tour bus will pickup at both hotels for your convenience. Grateful for the enthusiasm of the BCA Membership to attend the 2018 Denver National Buick Meet. Respectfully, Kirt Priest, Director 2018 Denver National Buick Meet 1153 Bergen Parkway, I-403 Evergreen, CO 80439 Cell: 408-373-9747 Email: Kirt.MHBC@gmail.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Thanks Roberta Appears even the Thursday-Saturday rooms at the Marriott are gone. Was able to book Wednesday- Saturday at Hampton with Wednesday at BCA rate at a whopping $3 savings, enough to buy Roberta a Yuengling...maybe... Looks like my hesitation to reserve cost us $117 total. Don't nobody tell Rita please. Oh well... PS If anyone cancels their Marriot rooms I'd appreciate a chance at them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 Guess I will have to bring the tear drop! Ben 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted October 31, 2017 Author Share Posted October 31, 2017 2 hours ago, MrEarl said: Thanks Roberta Appears even the Thursday-Saturday rooms at the Marriott are gone. Was able to book Wednesday- Saturday at Hampton with Wednesday at BCA rate at a whopping $3 savings, enough to buy Roberta a Yuengling...maybe... Looks like my hesitation to reserve cost us $117 total. Don't nobody tell Rita please. Oh well... PS If anyone cancels their Marriot rooms I'd appreciate a chance at them. I don't think they have Yuengling in CO, though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 On 10/30/2017 at 8:49 AM, BUICK RACER said: If you register for the wonderful and interesting day tours on either/or both Wednesday and Thursday, the tour bus will pickup at both hotels for your convenience. We'll do our own tour 70 miles west in Dillon, CO...including tours of some brew pubs. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted October 31, 2017 Share Posted October 31, 2017 6 hours ago, BUICK RACER said: I don't think they have Yuengling in CO, though.... Original Coors then??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 4 hours ago, 38Buick 80C said: Original Coors then??? YUCK! Ben 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 11 hours ago, Ben Bruce aka First Born said: YUCK! Ben Bet you can find something you like here: https://www.dambrewery.com/beer/ Good eats too. What Buick Meet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 1 hour ago, old-tank said: Bet you can find something you like here: https://www.dambrewery.com/beer/ Good eats too. What Buick Meet? May I tag along? Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 2 minutes ago, Ben Bruce aka First Born said: May I tag along? Ben Sure! I'll buy, your choice. Take that '50 over Loveland Pass and you will NEED a beer! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted November 1, 2017 Share Posted November 1, 2017 6 hours ago, old-tank said: Sure! I'll buy, your choice. Take that '50 over Loveland Pass and you will NEED a beer! I ain't askired! Ben 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Well now I'm hemming and hawing. We got the grad schedule and based on that we could make it work, although we would need to head straight home in something reliable. However since the dithering has led to a lack of room availability at a decent price, I'm not sure. MrEarl is finally showing up at a National again so I ought to go. Sigh. Decisions decisions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 (edited) Derek, a lot more hotels within a mile or two. Cheaper, too. With Lamar showing up, I can't miss it . SEE YOU THERE! Ben Edited November 2, 2017 by Ben Bruce aka First Born (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 It sounds to me like we need to get Mr. Earl to every show, just to increase attendance. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 On 11/3/2017 at 10:05 AM, TxBuicks said: It sounds to me like we need to get Mr. Earl to every show, just to increase attendance. ? Starting to feel like a total solar eclipse, in this case sunglasses will be sufficient. Cheap sunglasses at that. (some ZZ Top music in the background please) 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 On 11/1/2017 at 10:33 AM, old-tank said: Bet you can find something you like here: https://www.dambrewery.com/beer/ Good eats too. What Buick Meet? On 11/2/2017 at 9:54 AM, Ben Bruce aka First Born said: Derek, a lot more hotels within a mile or two. Cheaper, too. Ben Hummm maybe something in close proximity to https://www.dambrewery.com/beer/ or maybe the brewery would allow travel trailer parking for you Ben 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raugusti Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Lots of brew pubs, microbreweries, tap rooms, etc. around. It is Colorado after all. Old Loveland pass is a nice drive, but I'm more used to doing it in a TR-3 rather than a 50's Buick. Disc brake probably make a big difference. For those into 'train spotting' type actives, you can sit at the top of the pass with a hazardous materials book and look up all the numbers on the sides of the semis, since hazmat is not allowed through the tunnels on I-70! I am going to try and make the Nationals if my employment situation allows, but I'll be day tripping it. The 50 miles each way is cheaper on gas than a hotel room. Scott 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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