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Finally we had a cruise-in that was not HOT! We had a great turn out and it was a beautiful day. We had a few new members join the club. Jim and Erina helped us out by selling the 50/50 tickets. They sold $256.00 worth of tickets. Erina’s friend Jennifer won $128.00 and Manny took the Cumbee Center the other $128.00. Thanks to everyone who helped us set up and tear down, it goes so much easier with help.

Our cruise-in times have changed, they will be 2-4 from November to April, then May is our Spring Fling, then we are back to 4-6.

Bethcar Baptist Church’s Fall Festival was fun as usual. Thanks to Pete and Kay Bodie and all the church members for inviting us out again. I really enjoy the family time I get to spend with my grandkids having so much fun. The food was good also along with all of the great desserts. The cake walk was fun and crowded, lol. Ann, Beth, and Shannon won a loaf of bread and of course I won the very last one a wonderful pound cake. My grandson Zander snuck away from his Pappy and ran up to where I was and did the last walk with me, he was my good luck charm.

Once again Aiken Horsepower has been invited ot the Western Carolina Antique Tractor Pull and Show on November 30th from 9 – 2 or until you are ready to leave, it is a cruise-in. The show is put on by Aiken Antique Power Association and Palmetto Tractor Club. There will also be dvendors at the show. Keep on rollin’!

Volume 18 | Issue 9

Officers

Aiken Horsepower Associationc/o Vickie Reynolds, President

231 Marlboro Street, SEAiken, South Carolina 29801

www.aikenhorsepower.comPhone: 803.270.3505 • Fax: 803.641.2003

President & News Vickie Reynolds

(803) 270-3505

Vice President & News Manny Reynolds(803) 292-8219

Secretary Bill Reigart

(904) 571-0855

Treasurer Beth Rogers

(803) 293-5335

Email [email protected]

HOTTEST COLLECTIBLE CARS AND TRUCKS YOU CAN BUY

12. 1987-93 BMW 325i Convertible: BMW’s 3 Series honed its enviable reputation as the industry’s premier compact luxury/sports model in the late 1980’s, with the convertible version being particularly appealing. Hagerty says, “The (higher performance) M3 is well past ‘affordable’ by now, but the six-cylinder 325i convertible can still be bought with a credit card.” You may have to look hard to find one fitted with a manual, however, as most 328i ragtops came with an automatic transmission. 1987 versions start at $8,500.

11.1966-67 Alfa Romeo Giulia Duetto Spider: The car in this slideshow with the longest name is a classic Italian ragtop. As with the other models in this group collectible autos insurer Hagerty has named it one of its favorite vintage convertibles, both for summer fun and long term appreciation. Like many European sports cars of its era, the Alfa was nimble like few other cars on the road; Hagerty calls it, “An affordable taste of ‘La Dolce Vita’.” 1966 versions start at $25,700.

10. 1985-1989 Toyota MR2:The two-seat “Mister Two” was one of the hottest little sports cars during the 1980s for its lively performance and affordable sticker price. Hagerty says used Toyota MR2 values have risen by 25%, but they remain within reason, with clean examples still going for less than $15,000.

9. 2004-2007 Subaru Impreza WRX STI:Hagerty says this turbocharged rally-car appeals to car fans that grew up driving a virtual version in video games like “Need for Speed.” They sold in few numbers, which makes older WRX STi models had to find, but this helps preserve their value. A 2004 model with average miles in good shape sells for around $12,000.

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Upcoming Events:October 5: Aiken Horsepower monthly cruise-in at Home Depot from 4:00-6:00 pmOctober 7: Club meeting at Shane’s Rib Shack, eat at 6:00 pm, meet at 7:00 pmOctober 12: Grand Opening Cruise-in to Car CaveOctober 27: Cruise-in to Bethcar Baptist ChurchNovember 30: Western Carolina Antique Tractor Pull and Show at the Aiken Fairgrounds from 9:00 am-2:00 pm

8. 1984-93 Saleen Mustang:Steve Saleen has been tweaking Ford Mustangs since the early 1980s for those who find the stock models to be too sedate. Essentially street-legal racers, they may not be easy to find, but Hagerty says this generation of Saleens is worth the effort, especially in that they’re not priced much higher than standard Mustang GT of the same vintage.

7. 1997-2004 Porsche Boxster:Perhaps by custom, it seems every list of top collectible cars includes at least one Porsche, and this one is no exception. However, unlike rare Porsche 911s, used Boxter’s are still relatively cheap. Hagerty says an astute shopper can enjoy open-air enjoyment in a used Boxster for around $15,000 or less.

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That’s right club members, in case you forgot – we are pleased to list your automotive associated ads in the newsletter. Whether it be a “for sale: or “for want” just let me know in some sort of written form, and I will put it in the very next newsletter. It will only run once (kinda like some cars I have owned) so if you want it to run again you have to let me know each time. Another reminder – I don’t know what you have, what it’s called, or what it is used for, so be sure that you include all the pertinent details, as to name, size, color, etc. and who and where to contact.

FOR SALE: 1973 VW Camper Van and 1974 VW Beetle both need restoring. All parts are included. Call William at (803)270-3552

FOR SALE: 2005 GTO for $18,500. Call Bucky Harris to look at or drive. (803) 397-4614

FOR SALE:350 Chevrolet SBC and 200-4R in good shape in car and running. Motor is close to stock. Alternator and air conditioning parts do not go. Asking $2,800. Contact Larry Young at (803) 641-9570

FOR SALE: 2 tires, excellent treat – Pirelli P Zero Nero All – Season 275/40R-20 106Y, Asking $225 for the pair. Contact Dick Salsitz at (803) 507-3877

FOR SALE: 1969 Pontiac G.P. 455 ST, power steering, power brakes, tilt wheel, new Pontiac Rally II wheels, bronze exterior with light beige interior, new brakes, bearings and seals. $17,000 Negotiable. Please call John at (803) 709-1026

FOR SALE:1965 South Carolina License Plate (CD-8864) excellent condition for $55. Please call Clark at (803) 593-9949

FOR SALE: Accu-Tech Digital Racing Tire Pyrometer, on clipboard with tire temperature chart pad for $60. Contact Vicki at [email protected] or call (803) 508-4431

FOR SALE: Accu-Tech Digital Racing Tire Pyrometer, on big clipboard with 3 chassis sheet pads and 1 lap times pad for $100. Contact Vicki at [email protected] or call (803) 508-4431

4FOR SALE: Longacre Castor/Camber Gauge, like new for $199. Sells on Amazon for $224.99. Contact Vicki at [email protected] or call (803) 508-4431

FOR SALE:New Actron Compression Tester Kit for $25. Contact Vicki at [email protected] or call (803) 508-4431

FOR SALE: 2 RAND Turntable Alignment Plates, a castor/camber gauge and some miscellaneous items that go with it but I can’t identify. The plates are very heavy so I would not want to ship them. I’d like to sell all of this at a decent price. I’ll accept offers Contact Vicki at [email protected] or call (803) 508-4431

FOR SALE:1987 El Camino gold with maroon lower section, SS decals, and a tan interior. 45/55 cloth seats, 350/350hp, dual exhaust, Holley 750 carb with K & N air filter. A 200R4 transmission with a 3.73 positraction

rear end and an Edelbrock Pro-Suspension kit front and rear including springs, new shocks all around, rear air lift, upper adjustable control arms and sway bars. Car has four wheel disc brakes with slotted rotors. Aluminum radiator with electric fan, air conditioned with new compressor and condenser, power steering, brakes, windows, and door locks. American racing 14” wheels with 245/60R 14 tires. A Gaylord fiberglass tonneau cover, cowl induction hood and Dakota digital dash and Pioneer radio are installed with Sirus Radio capability. Tinted windows with El Camino etched in rear window. Additional stop light installed on roof. Dash cap installed on dash. With over $26,000 invested in parts and labor, I am selling for $11,000 OR BEST OFFER. Contact Robert at (803) 645-8606 (cell) or (803) 648-7481 (home) for additional information or questions.

FOR SALE:1965 Chevrolet Caprice, all original (California car I transported it here myself when we retired here to Aiken). I purchased it from what I believe was the original owner’s estate. 327 c.i., 4 bbl. strong motor, 68,000 miles, no rust or damage, original silver blue color, but faded, beautiful interior, automatic, power steering, power brakes, radio with rear speaker, tilt steering wheel. The Caprice first came out in the spring of 1965, as a mid-year introduction. This is the very first edition. I am willing to include the stainless fender skirts, along with a painted spare pair. I will also include a perfect set of original “wire” spinner hubcaps (now worth $500), in addition to the rare original flippers (almost impossible to find—they are like SS caps but with a Caprice crest). This car can be driven anywhere. If I were to keep it, I would renew the brakes and body rubber. If interested contact Dr. William Scar at (310) 487-7236 or (803) 643-1886

Advertising & AwardsCarolina Awards(Darryl & Anne Messer)(803) 642-0505

Automotive-Paint & BodyShops and OthersSC Collision(Southern Yankee Steve Bigg)(803) 649-0137

D & G Enterprises- Custom Golf Carts (803) 292-8100

Jay-C Designs Custom Pin Stripping (Jay Cafasso)(803) 663-6336

White Diamond Detail Store (John Shea)(803) 663-1777 Cosmetics & BeautyAvon Cosmetics (Vickie Reynolds)(803) 270-3505

Design - Graphic/Web/PhotographyRoswell Designs (Tavares Hanks)(803) [email protected]

Gardening, Landscaping & Tree ServicesMill Creek Farm Nursery (Clifton Kneece)(803) 532-2832millcreekfarmnursery.com

Hobby/Recreation/GiftsSouthern Moon Pottery, LLC46 Enterprise Ave. Bldg. 8(Mary Cottone) (803) 616-2196Online Entertainment(Allen Widener) www.bidlinkz.com/bidit

Real EstateAiken Properties(Dick Salsitz, Broker Associate)(803) [email protected]

Restaurant Aiken Brewery Company (Lannie Pruiett)140 Laurens Street SW(803) 502-0707

Retirement & InsurancePlannerBailey Retirement Group(Mary Baranek)[email protected](803) 648-5055

RepairsNeed it fixed, home and car repairs(Craig Walters)(845) [email protected]

Security Systems Aiken Systems Unlimited, Inc. (Manny Reynolds)(803) 641-7300

Senior Services(Linda Cafasso)1301 East Pine Log Road(803) [email protected]

Travel Services Bob Simmons (803) [email protected]

MiscClutter Clear, clears away your clutter(Paul Volz)(803) 221-1004

ADMISSION: $20 PER VEHICLE THE DAY OF THE SHOW, NO PRE-REGISTERSGENERAL ADMISSION: FREE TO THE PUBLIC AND OPEN TO ALL AGES

Free to the public! Bring your friends! Everyone is welcome! Dash plaques to the first 100 in and People Choice Awards for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Enjoy Alcohol tasting, concessions, vendors and much more. We will have our 50/50 drawing at the end of the show. $20 dollars at the day of show, NO PRE-REGISTERS! We proudly support the Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons. For more information, call Vickie or Manny Reynolds at (803) 270-3505 or (803) 292-8219.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 • 9:00 AM–4:00 PM