FIrst I would like to thank the Clary family for the hard work in once again hosting the SCR. I was very proud to be one of the lucky few that were recognized with a "Decade Award" for attending all ten SCR. That was a real surprise and, it still amazes me that the time flys so fast. I cannot even imagine a year not attending. This is the ONLY show we work the calander around. All of the hard work that the guys at the Super Car Workshop and friends, like Frank, Franny, Keith, George, Bernie and others get great joy in showing off the latest restorations. I cannot think af a better venue.
I have to say that there were quite a few great memories that will be taken away with this SCR, but by far meeting Mel Bogus and his son Bart was a highlight. Mel spoke from the heart and it showed at the banquet. Reuniting him with "his" Yenko Camaro was very special to me and many others. Thank you Mel for being there. And a close second was meeting Roberto from Mexico City. Flying to Chicago and then driving to the SCR was a true testiment to his dedication to the hobby. And to get to see his 67 DANA Camaro was amazing as well.
I would also like to give a big thank you to the media guys that covered the event. The legendary Bob McLurg and one of my old friends Tom Shaw both covering the event was very special. And I would also like to extend a thanks to Dave Newhart for the work he does. His books are true works of art, and I look forward to seeing some SCW cars in print. That is the finishing touch on the restorations, having guys like you want to put the cars in print. Makes the long days and night worth it.
And as always its great to see old friend and their cars. If you have a car, or not, its really not important, its the community of the hobby. Friends enjoying the cars, the stories and the latest finds. Having a beer and enjoying a laugh. Thats why the reunion is such a great success. Its not a mass produced show, its a family. Its fitting the show is called the Super Car REUNION and not just another show. Here's to SCR XI...BKH
