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Nov 2, 2009 - More Upcoming SoCal Events

Below is a list of event links that Joanne got from the SoCal AAA site (thanks Joanne for sharing!). Check them out if you're interested! And if anyone is going to attend any of these, let the group know. 

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Oct 8, 2009 - Upcoming SoCal Events!

Hey Lug Nuts,

Check out some of these upcoming events  (from a quick search on the SoCal AAA site):

California Car Design: Local Style, Global Influence
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=401456&EID=194
 (323) 930-2277

Carnival and Family Fun Day
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=413807&EID=194
(323) 964-6356

Gilmore Heritage Auto Show
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=63561&EID=194
(323) 933-9211

Legends of Motorsport - “Tribute to Trans-Am”
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=413335&EID=194
(323) 930-2277

Literature, Toy and Memorabilia Show for Porsches and Vintage VWs
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=176638&EID=194
(909) 930-1999

Petersen Automotive Museum Charity Gala “California Dreaming"
http://www.westways.com/apps/travel/library/tdbclient/ProductInfoDetail.aspx?ClubCode=004&OID=339488&EID=194
(323) 964-6366

Thanks Joanne for these great suggestions!
-Charlie

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Sep 29, 2009 - Subaru Events for October 2010

Testing...  is this thing on?  Wow, it's been a LONG while.  I'm hoping this works since my LAST BLOG about the Eclipse install didn't make it- although I believe that was due to a faulty connection via my netbook...  Anywho, here's a couple of events for you Subie lovers (it's for the new Legacy and Outback).  It's all about love: it's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.  :)

 

SILVER STRAND STATE BEACH EVENT

October 10, 2009

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

5000 Highway 75

Coronado, CA 92118

 

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

      Pet adoptions & ASPCA behaviorists

      Kayak/canoe workshops

      Surf School

      Bike workshops

                Food/beverages & free parking

 

MALIBU CREEK STATE PARK EVENT

October 24, 2009

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

4 miles south of Highway 101 on Las Virgenes/ Malibu Canyon Road

 

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

      Pet adoptions & ASPCA behaviorists

      Guided hikes

      Guided bike rides

      Bike workshops

                Food/beverages & free parking

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Aug 24, 2009 - Alpine Event

Hey Lug-Nuts, check out this cool event going on this Friday hosted by Alpine Electronics of America, Inc. and Kogi BBQ-To-Go.

WHAT:
Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., and Kogi BBQ-To-Go are celebrating their recent
partnership with a special stopover at Alpine’s U.S. headquarters in Torrance, Calif. Kogi’s
Azul truck, newly outfitted with a complete Alpine audio and navigation system, will be firing up
the company’s wildly popular Korean BBQ tacos and other street food treats.

Revelers will also enjoy:

- Alpine’s jaw-dropping demo cars and demo boat

- “Bass Shower” amplifier chamber, where the brave can experience the power of 160 decibels of SPL from Alpine’s new 2,000-watt MRP-M2000 amplifier

- Raffle giveaways

WHEN:
Friday, August 28, 2009
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Alpine Electronics, U.S. headquarters
19145 Gramercy Place, Torrance, CA 90501
Street parking available on Gramercy Place
 

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Aug 3, 2009 - How DARE I forget X-GAMES!?!

Well, I forgot to mention it HERE but, I DID end up going to X-Games 15 Rally.  Did anyone else get to go?  What did you guys think of it?  The Ford Fiesta rally cars are wicked looking (good thing).  It was anti-climactic for me.  Congrats to the Ford team and to Kenny Brack for winning in the Fiesta!  Your medal winners are:

- Kenny Brack: 1st Place - Gold - Ford Fiesta

- Travis Pastrana: 2nd Place - Silver - Subaru WRX STI

- Tanner Foust: 3rd Place - Bronze - Ford Fiesta (4dr Hatch)

Great job, all!  See you next year for X-Games 16!!

 

-Rex

PS: Did anyone catch the announcer call Tanner, "Kenny Foust"??  I hope he heard me BOO from all the way in the back!  LOL!

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Jul 31, 2009 - ALSO on Saturday, Aug. 1st: WRX Games

The Subaru WRX Games, which will be held at the Pomona Fairgrounds, is also on Saturday, Aug. 1st!  Here's a link: http://www.subaruwrxgames.com/Landing.aspx

 

Hope to see ya'll there!  I'll be attending the Pasadena SEMA Show n' Shine as well as this event!  WRX Games gives you the opportunity to drive the new 2010 Subaru Legacy!  Woo!

 

-Rex

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Jul 29, 2009 - the FIRST EVER SEMA Show n Shine!!!

I just received this in my email today.  I know it's short notice but it SHOULD be fun.  I'll be in attendance and I'll probably take photos.  It should be worth the trip.  The price is right: $5 and it's free for kids under 12!  :)  Come on out to MY neck of the woods (Pasadena, CA)!

MEDIA ADVISORY

First-Ever SEMA Show ‘N Shine
2nd Annual SEMA Pinewood Drag Races

Date:
Saturday, August 1, 2009
9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Location:
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street
Pasadena, CA  91101

Show ‘N Shine:

Indoor car show featuring hundreds of customized cars, including several celebrity-owned vehicles

Legendary designer Chip Foose as grand marshal, bringing with him several of his personal vehicles

20 super cars from Giovanna Wheels

Awards, raffles, drawings, music

Pinewood Drag Races:

Derby-style race with hundreds of handmade pinewood cars, including many made by kids from the charities that money will be donated to

Six-lane aluminum track complete with laser timers and laptop reading

Trophy presentation for winning vehicles 

Other Activities:

Exhibitors with products for sale

Celebrity-signed pinewood cars for sale; includes autographs from popular NASCAR, NHRA and Indy Car drivers, as well as other celebrities

Ticket information: 

Free for 12 years and under; $5 for all others

Tickets available at the door

Proceeds benefit children’s charities

 

-Rex

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Jul 29, 2009 - Ok, now this is what is on my mind.

 

It is a luxurious 4-door Corvette, how can you go wrong? Rex knows what I mean.

-Charlie 

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Jul 14, 2009 - Sunday Sunady Sunady!

Sean here,

Get ready boys and girls it’s the episode of Jesse James Is A Dead Man you all have been waiting for. Yes the one I’m in, like I would watch any other episode? LOL

Jesse James takes on the Sidecar Racers Association - West on the Streets of Willow. I think Rex knows the track… I love the ad “Jesse James and his co-driver race at speeds in excess of 120 MPH” 120? was he stuck in 4th gear? I was mid pack making my way to the front on the back straight above 140 dog fighting with two other bikes. Was Jesse using the cruise controls again? Ha Ha. I think marketing should have got their facts straight, but O-well. The only footage I have seen so far has been their ads for the show and it doesn’t look to bad. I am really digging the commercial for this episode. The very last crash is mine. It’s like .8 of a second where you see two smash into the side of each other. $1,500 worth of body damage, but hey I’m on T.V……..

So set you DVRs, whip out the popcorn and watch Jesse try to out run a mob of lunatics! If nothing else you’ll see why Rex thinks I am absolutely Nuts.

 

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Jul 10, 2009 - Decisions, decisions...

The last couple of months has been quite an endeavor for me.  It all started on May 7th, at Streets of Willow, with an untimely accident.  The Legacy (see below) which I loved and tuned for the last couple of years had an "off".

 

Needless to say, it was one of those heartbreaking occurences.  All that hard work, gone down the drain...

She was an absolute blast and will be sorely missed...

So a new chapter has started...  What car should I get next?  I'll chronicle the painstaking, decision-making process here and what the result was over the next few days, weeks, whatever.  :)

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