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How many times did we both drive past that intersection on the way back and forth from WIU with no clue about what historical significance it had at the time?
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Something about LaHarpe seems familiar, but that's all.
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Mitch 1970 Chevelle SS 1966 Chevelle SS 1967 Camaro ss/rs 1938 Business coupe, street rod 2000 FXSTS, original owner, 15k miles |
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Fred Gibb's dealership was in LaHarpe
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Pasted through that intersection many times....My route to Rick Nelson's place takes me through La Harpe.
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Picture of the cars present at a Fred Gibb Memorial Show next to his dealership building in LaHarpe. 3 ZL-1’s, 2 9738 Nova’s & Little Hoss.
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Then there were those of us who went to WIU and were in the know way back then : )
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Unfortunately when Dave and I were there in the late 80's and early 90's the only thing we knew about LaHarpe was the stop sign at Rte 9 that meant we were almost back to school....... |
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In keeping with the tradition of the Fred Gibb legacy, a complement is deserved for the dedication they have put forth into the Fred Gibb Chevrolet dealership of LaHarpe, IL. Both men were faithful in attending the Fred Gibb Memorial Shows held in prime time heat of August with their original ownership of popular sought after collector cars bought directly from the Gibb dealership.
Ken Barnhart & wife Jerri proudly were able to be displaying an orange 69 ZL-1. Dennis Cumby likewise, would display a beautiful 70 LS-6 Chevelle. Post # 21 of this thread notes both men are still active in the LaHarpe show. Herb Fox’s daughter has now stepped forth helping carry out the history of Fred Gibb. Last edited by copo-2; 01-26-2026 at 12:53 AM. |
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Amen!
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