Centurion Posted June 26, 2007 Share Posted June 26, 2007 More than 300 registrations have been received for the upcoming Buick National Meet near Seattle, and they're rolling in daily. Among the recent registrations is one from Nicola Bulgari, who will display his magnificent 1935 96S -- a Pebble Beach winner.During recent months, I've heard from many people who indicate that they plan to come. As I look at the registration list, however, I see that many who have expressed an interest have not yet registered.Your opportunity to register your Buick for judging is drawing to a close within a couple of weeks, so now is the time to take a few minutes and get that registration form in the mail.Looking forward to seeing you all in Seattle in a few weeks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 26, 2007 Author Share Posted June 26, 2007 We've discussed providing an opportunity for BCA forum members to meet together during the Buick National Meet.I propose that we meet together on Friday morning (July 27) at 6:45 AM at Basil's Kitchen in the Bellevue Hilton (host hotel). I figure that those of you living in time zones to the east will be up and ready to go by about 4:00 AM Pacific time!The 6:45 time should allow us to enjoy breakfast before any business meetings or other activities get underway.What do you think? I will plan to set aside a couple of tables in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted June 26, 2007 Share Posted June 26, 2007 Good idea. I would like to put faces with posts. Count me in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Thriller Posted June 26, 2007 Share Posted June 26, 2007 I think I'm in...I guess I'm usually up by then, but may have adapted to local time Of course, if the wife and kids get up too, we're pretty much a table by ourselves.Things are starting to fall in place for me...I'll talk with Suzanne after she gets home, but if I had to make a decision right now, we'd be changing our registration to bring the '41...I may be sending an e-mail in the next couple of days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 26, 2007 Author Share Posted June 26, 2007 Sounds great, Roy and Derek. Looking forward to meeting you both.And Derek, we'll be excited to see whichever Buick you bring! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Guy Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Brian That sounds like a plan! I will make the sacrifice and get up at that "ungodly" hour , just to put faces to all the DFersIhave chatted with here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: The Old Guy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Brian That sounds like a plan! I will make the sacrifice and get up at that "ungodly" hour , just to put faces to all the DFersIhave chatted with here. </div></div>Brian, I'lll be there, too! Then we can all wander off right before 8AM to the BCA Board of Directors Meeting to see what they will do for us in the coming year! And find out who our new Board Members and officers will be! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Save a spot for meWillie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Brian, Great idea! Count me in too. I also suggest you put this invitation for the forum meeting under it's own subject line and make sure it is on the message board at the meet.Thanks for pushing this....Mark Shaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 Good idea, Mark. I've changed the title of the topic to more accurately reflect the content here.Thanks to everyone for their responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 27, 2007 Author Share Posted June 27, 2007 Derek, are you considering the Pre-War Division's After Tour? Participating in that tour would be an excellent reason to bring the '41 Buick. The tour that Mark and Jack have planned is really fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Thriller Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 In part because our initial plan didn't involve a prewar Buick, we made plans to visit some of my in-laws on the Oregon coast. Suzanne only gets 4 weeks of holidays after all As it is, we'll be about 3 weeks away from home. So, unfortunately, any after-tour is not going to be in the picture for us. I know we'd enjoy going, but we don't get to see this branch of the family very often.Yes, if I switch my registration, it will be to the '41. I've got a local club member's trailer lined up. I should know in a couple of days what the status of the Wildcat is, then I'll make the call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Lean a couple of seats on a table for me. 6:45 AM eh..., that's bout the time I'll be gettin in from the honky tonks. Y'all do have honky tonks with real hardwood dance floors up there don't ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Thriller Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MrEarl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Lean a couple of seats on a table for me. 6:45 AM eh..., that's bout the time I'll be gettin in from the honky tonks. Y'all do have honky tonks with real hardwood dance floors up there don't ya. </div></div>Man...it's all about softwood in that part of the world Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Derek's right about the softwoods -- Douglas Fir to be exact.Don't you realize that folks in Seattle are way too cool and sophisticated for honky tonks, MrEarl? We're really more into coffee houses up here. I haven't been visiting any honky tonks recently, MrEarl, but I'm sure that we can fix you up with some appropriate tourist destinations. You see, there's this biker bar up in Granite Falls . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted July 3, 2007 Author Share Posted July 3, 2007 As of Saturday, June 30, 337 registrations have been received (689 people total), and it's great to see your names among them. The registrations are arriving at a fast and furious pace, and we're looking forward to a great time to begin in about three weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted July 8, 2007 Share Posted July 8, 2007 Wake up folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted July 9, 2007 Share Posted July 9, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MrEarl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Wake up folks </div></div>What? What? is it time for the forum breakfast??Brian, they should see mine on Monday, as wella as a few others, so I've been told! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted July 11, 2007 Author Share Posted July 11, 2007 Okay, I think my head has clicked into sleepless, hyper-boy mode, and I'm responsible for only a few items. It's going to be a fun time, with everyone putting as much time into the final preparations as possible. Looks like the pieces are coming together, and the final hour registration response has been tremendous. It's fun to look over the list of registered cars, and I'm especially pleased to see that we'll have a nice showing of pre-war models.A late addition is a special display from the Puget Sound Chapter, showcasing the historic Mueller-Harkins Buick dealership / distributorship of Tacoma. Mueller held the Buick franchise from 1916 to 1953, and his granddaughter is loaning some incredible archival material from Mueller's collection. Some of the great images have been scanned into a PowerPoint presentation that will run throughout the meet, and, even more exciting, we have received permission to bring the huge, original architectural model for the streamline moderne 1948 Buick building to the National Meet. Be sure to check it out in the room just to the left of the meet registration tables.I'll be seeing some of you in less than two weeks, so I'm hoping you all have a safe and fun time in your travels to Seattle.I hope to see you all at Basil's Kitchen in the Bellevue Hilton on Friday, July 27, 6:45 AM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_buick5563 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I'm really bummed I can't make it.Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 Brian, do you have any info on the swap meet, number of vendors, etc. Just wondering. See you all sooner than we think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: buick5563</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm really bummed I can't make it.Mike </div></div>can't make the breakfast or the meet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted July 12, 2007 Author Share Posted July 12, 2007 Roberta, I heard the vendor numbers last night, but don't recall specifically. It appeared, though, that the vendors we typically see at the Buick Nationals, including those vendors based on the East Coast, will be on hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_buick5563 Posted July 12, 2007 Share Posted July 12, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MrEarl</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: buick5563</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm really bummed I can't make it.Mike </div></div>can't make the breakfast or the meet? </div></div>The meet. Not enough vacation time.Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 I am so sorry that I can't make the meet this year. I will miss the opportunity to meet all you great friends at this forum site, but the forces of negative finances have conspired, and won. I do hope you'll have the greatest of meets, and look forward to pictures of what I should have seen personally. Have a great breakfast meeting folks. This is what the BCA should be about. Friends!!!JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serb Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 I agree whole heartedly.Stevo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JohnD1956</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am so sorry that I can't make the meet this year. I will miss the opportunity to meet all you great friends at this forum site, but the forces of negative finances have conspired, and won. I do hope you'll have the greatest of meets, and look forward to pictures of what I should have seen personally. Have a great breakfast meeting folks. This is what the BCA should be about. Friends!!!JD </div></div>John, Mike, Serb, I am really sorry you guys can't make it. This is going to be a special treat for Rita and myself. As my mom lives with us and requires someone to be here to care for her, we have not been able to go on a vacation together for over 10 years. After missing the last two meets we committed last year to make this one and it looks like it is actually going to happen. This will be her first national meet. And hey what better way to celebrate a 25th wedding anniversary.But hey, there's alway next year, and what a party that's gonna be.I hope to borrow Jordans laptop so we can send pictures daily. We'll miss ya dudes!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_MrEarl Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 OK what do we have to do to get you folks outa bed and down to breakfast at 6:45 in the mornin, give out door prizes or something. Fine then, here's my contribution. Anybody else got sumpin ya wanna contribute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 Glad to see you're able to make this one Lamar. I was so looking forward to going and meeting up with everyone. Safe Travels.. Maybe you can start a new thread , Stewardesses on Laps or something? Nah, probably a bad idea if your on your 25th anniversary. Enjoy, we'll look forward to a report when you're back.JD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Guy Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 I have a medallion from the 100th anniversary plaque that you can throw in the pot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted July 20, 2007 Author Share Posted July 20, 2007 Hi guys, looking forward to seeing you all. As of yesterday 420 pre-registrations have been received, 889 people total. And we're all hearing that there'll be a number of folks planning to register at the site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireballV8 Posted July 20, 2007 Share Posted July 20, 2007 I'll be there for breakfast as well. BrianHow many swappers are going to be there?thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Centurion Posted July 20, 2007 Author Share Posted July 20, 2007 Steve, thirty-three vendors have registered for forty-three vendor spaces. I know that some very long-time Buick collectors in my area are selling parts for the first time at a National Meet. Based on the names I'm seeing, I suspect that we'll see quantities of pre-war Buick parts -- especially '39, '40, and '41 -- that have not been offered before. I'm just speculating about the items they'll offer for sale, but those are the model years that a couple of these guys have collected for decades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 I'll have a couple of goodies too, A 1955 Buick Owners Manual, have no idea where i got it but it's up for grabs, and some other little ad for some dodad, somebody needs, see you all soon! Have a safe trip whether you are driving or flying, drive safe to the airport, too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
variablepitch Posted July 24, 2007 Share Posted July 24, 2007 I'll be there as well, Brian! Looking forward to our FIRST national meet! CU Wednesday afternoon!LeeB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budd Posted July 25, 2007 Share Posted July 25, 2007 Hi guys/gals.... Is the breakfast still on for Friday morning? I just wanted to confirm the time and place before my daughter and I hop in the car tomorrow morning and head up for the meet. I am quite excited to not only see a great gathering of Buicks, but to also put some names to faces with you folks as well !I'll see if I can scrounge up something for the grab-bag/door prizes--- I just know I have a few 1956 Buick related item around here somewhere... Cheers,Budd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Well, here's a couple of pictures: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imported_buick5563 Posted July 29, 2007 Share Posted July 29, 2007 Ok, I know the three Texas guys and I've seen pics of Mr. Earl. Could somebody identify the other folks. ThanksMike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUICK RACER Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 1st Picture: Centurion, Bill Stoneberg, Variable Pitch, Wildcat622nd & 3rd Picture: TXbuicks,Mr. Earl, Wildcat62,Paul Meyer, Old Tank, BuddNot Pictured, The Old Guy, Patrick and Mary Brooks,and Buick Racer(behind the camera)Did I miss anyone else that was there?? A Great Time! Do it again next year in FLINT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Thriller Posted July 30, 2007 Share Posted July 30, 2007 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BUICK RACER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Did I miss anyone else that was there?? A Great Time! Do it again next year in FLINT! </div></div>Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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