This Car Guy Really Needs a Hand
 

Yenko Members,

I was wondering if you wouldn't mind me bouncing something off you. I believe that some of you could understand the situation I'm in and what I'm feeling and I'd like your opinions. About ten years ago I was working in Utah and made friends with a great younger guy, his name is Rick McIntyre, he also was a car guy and had a really cool '55 post that he was building at the time and I was always trying to buy it from him. He showed me around to all the great places in Utah and we had a great time. I met his finance' Kori and she also was very sweet, what a good looking couple they are. Anyway they invited me to their wedding and it was a blast. Fast forward 10 years and three beautiful children later, this past Christmas my wife Connie and I were opening the mail and that particular day we had received 4 or 5 Christmas cards and letters to open. Two of the letters were news letters that families send to friends and relatives to give the 411 on everybody, well when I read this letter I was floored and could not really begin to understand what they (The McIntyre's) are going through. What I was thinking is what do you think about me posting this letter from a car guy(since sold) to a group of not only automobile enthusiasts but for the most part great human beings that seem to care about other people. My heart really goes out to this young family and I'd love for other people to know this story. Read the letter from Carson's mom and dad.


http://www.cureforcarson.com/index.html

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I think this is the kind of thing this group is in to. I know I am!

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I've written out a check and put it in the mail box. If all the members here could donate whatever they can, I'm sure we can get them to the 50K level PDQ.

We all come from different walks of life but it's life that ties us all together. The cars just solidify the bond~

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I've written out a check and put it in the mail box. If all the members here could donate whatever they can, I'm sure we can get them to the 50K level PDQ.

We all come from different walks of life but it's life that ties us all together. The cars just solidify the bond~

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I will be doing the same thing.

We've been in that position before...and it's hard! Definitely easier with caring people involved! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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After reading it, looks like a no brainer! My 50$ goes out tomarrow am.

Rich

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My wife is a two time cancer survivor and I will step up like all those that have helped me over the years.
God Bless.
If everyone gave just the cost of a tank of gas, it would add up fast.

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It's nice to see people helping others in need. I think this little guy deserves the opportunity for a full and happy life. You site members have got the right idea, a tank of gas can change his life for the better. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Mailing check in a.m.

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Mailing check out 1-31-07.

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<font color="blue">Check on the way </font>

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I don't know who decides who 'deserves' what in this old world but IMHO I think when an opportunity to help someone is presented to us we should find it hard to say no to what is to us a very small sacrifice.

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I talked with Carson's dad last night and he said the pot is up to $27K and growing. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif

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Let's help this family.

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I don't know who decides who 'deserves' what in this old world but IMHO I think when an opportunity to help someone is presented to us we should find it hard to say no to what is to us a very small sacrifice.

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Nicely put Ray...I'm in! .

Besides a cash donation and if agreeable to 'those in power' here, I'd be happy to donate a memorabilia item to auction off and help raise funds?.

I'm not an eBay seller but if someone else could do that part or maybe even a simple little auction on here would be Ok?.

What's anyone think of this...and is there others that would consider donating something to auction off too?.

~ Pete
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I'd be willing to donate an item, or two, to auction off also.

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Sounds good Rick...anyone else or all you all gonna' be bidders?.

To be honest fellas, I'm having a hard time knowing this family and little guy's situation when I'm here ready to head out for one of my lad's Saturday morning hockey games then the rest of the weekend spent snowmobiling, playing pond hockey and enjoying the fresh winter air with my healthy children!.

So Moderators, are we Ok to do this on here...just wanna' make sure this wouldn't be against any rules or anything?.
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I'll bet all the bidders your need are right here!!
Why not take something like this 'under our wings' and see what we can do. Up to the mods.

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Count me in. The wife says I have too many cars. Something has to go.

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Count me in. The wife says I have too many cars. Something has to go.

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That's quiet an offer. Hell, I thinking more like an old car picture. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ouguysrock.gif

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Count me in. The wife says I have too many cars. Something has to go.

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That's quiet an offer. Hell, I thinking more like an old car picture. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ouguysrock.gif

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I dont want to sound cheap now, but that was for one of these cars pictured here, below, except of course any of the Baldwin Motion cars, obviously I cant let them go.

I'll even throw in shipping to the lucky winner. Just wait til I get out to the garage and photogragh my old hub cap collection.
Don't even ask, the poodle that answers all my emails is NOT available !!

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Is that a Z-16 Chevelle model I see there that I'm tempted to bid on??

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Sounds great guys!.
An old Motion Supercar Club Racing Jacket is what I'm gonna' kick in for the bidding...not perfect condition but certainly the only one I have..
It's blue with the wide stripe down one side and the Motion patch on the other...any interested bidders?.
Are we Ok with the 'higher ups' here to go ahead with this?.
If so and there's interested bidders, I'll get a picture of it on here somehow over the next couple of days?.
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~ Pete

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If it's a go....send me the pic and I'll post it for you Pete https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

Moderators...are you there??? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif

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I've got a lot of junk but I'll do some digging and try to find something worthwhile. I do have a few autographed golf balls.

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Pete, Email me photos and size on that jacket and I will make quite the generous donation. I'll also throw in three cars to auction including the Red Z16 model (I've had that over twenty years unassembled) and a diecast 69 ZL1 Corvette. For the old guys (like me?) I've got a nice RED 62 Belair Bubble top 409, a 58 and a 64 big car. Are the Mods onboard? how do we do this?

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A few Yenko items up for bid, with all proceeds (we will spring for shipping) going to the fund. Get your bids in early, or for that matter, make us an offer we cannot refuse, as the auction could end at any time.

BTW, ALL items are original, from the Yenko estate and will come with a letter from the sYc denoting such.


First up is a "THE STINGER IS COMING" bumper sticker and a Yenko Stinger decal.

https://www.yenko.net/attachments/250748-auction-1.JPG



Next up is a "Yenko Tuned" decal. You are only bidding on one, I just posted the picture of two so you could see the back of the decal. I have seen this decal on both the rear side glass and valve cover of Yenko cars. These are being reproduced, but this one is the real thing.

https://www.yenko.net/attachments/250748-auction-2.JPG


The last lot are two business cards of Don Yenko. The first one, the "Hi-Performance" card is extremely rare, making it very collectable. The other card is kind of neat, and ironic, as Don lost his life in a plane crash while piloting his own plane.

https://www.yenko.net/attachments/250748-auction-3.JPG

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Finally someone with some power around here shows up...VERY Chttps://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gifhttps://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gifL items Tom...this is GREAT!!!

On the Motion Jacket, I'll have to take it to work on Monday to get a pic together as I don't have a digicam..

The part I mentioned about it not being perfect is there was a couple extra patches added over the years which have been removed so their old thread outline slightly shows also it's very slightly soiled but I haven't tried washing it or anything...this can be left to the new owner to decide?.

No problem on the shipping...I'm happy to spring for this!.

Chris, not sure what you're saying...you want the jacket yourself...this could get complicated?.

The size isn't marked but is like a medium...it kind've fits me at about 175 but these era jackets are really short so would probably be better for display than wearing?.

~ Pete
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yes Pete, you're right, lets not complicate it. I'm a bit larger than medium and must cut down on my "display" items. Let the highest bidder be the lucky one. I am really impressed with the Yenko stickers, so I will try to dig out some old Motion stickers.

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I have 4 of these to auction off. They were looked at by MR70 and are 1965 AutoShow Photo Folder handouts. Never used.
They are 6"x5" when closed and are 10"x6" fully opened.
All proceeds going to the fund.

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Here are a couple of original Baldwin Motion stickers. Actually I would have liked to pass these on to our late friend Larry Clain. For those of you who got to meet him in person and see his cars you were very fortunate. I know he has many pals here who miss him so I offer these up in his memory. The funds will go to helping someone else. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif

https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif They are autographed by Joel.

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Is that a Z-16 Chevelle model I see there that I'm tempted to bid on??

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yes Ray, please start the bidding on the Z16 model. It's a Revell, box has been opened but the parts are in an unopened bag inside. has all chrome, clear and decals. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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All VERY Chttps://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gifhttps://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gifL stuff...man, gotta' love those Motion and Yenko stickers!!!.

This is so great guys...going to such a good cause is an excellent opportunity to get rid of some of this crazy stuff we've all collected!!!.
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~ Pete
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I have no clue what it's worth so I'll start with $50 on the Z-16. Sounds low.

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Ray that is a very generous opening bid. I am not an auctioneer but three minutes seems too short a time on the block. Maybe tomorrow at this time we will close the Z16 bidding? The stickers are out of control and I would like those guys sending the PM's to please bid here. So far I have three bids over $100.00 and yes the shipping is free.

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I double dog dare somebody to out bid me!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

And it is time for a Super Bowl beer!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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I double dog dare somebody to out bid me!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

And it is time for a Super Bowl beer!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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$till waiting for those PM'ers to post those big three digit bids here for the stickers.
Maybe they will get all liquored up when their team loses(or wins) and bid really high !! I'll check back later!!
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Give 'em till half-time or 3 beers. Whichever comes first.

A long kick-off run back could do it!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Give 'em till half-time or 3 beers. Whichever comes first.

A long kick-off run back could do it!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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Hey Ray, what stock are you recommending?
-Sam

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Great on the bids happening...lets get them on here for sure, not PM's!.
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Sam, my stock picks would turn out about like my football bets. To get even this idiot took the Bears and 4&amp;1/2 points in the second half. I still can't figure out how da
Bears beat the Saints. I leave the investing to the experts and I'm glad the football season is over!