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Vol 41 Number 03 August, 2020 View Through the Star by: Joe Martin, President Contents Welcome New “Are we out of the woods yet?” Peatchtree Section Members 2 “Are we in the clear yet?” Social Media Update 3 No not really! Nonetheless the Peachtree Auto Renew 3 Section has begun to get out! Auto Renew is Here, On Saturday, 27th June we had an on-line Concours Judging Clinic. Over Opt-in Today! 4 40 participants from all over the US Peachtree Section Adapts 4 participated and were certified as Concours Judges. This was a first for Introducing the new E53 AMG 7 Mercedes Benz of America. That same New and Enhanced weekend also began the transition back to live events. On Sunday, June 28th MBUSA Rebate Incentives 7 Peachtree put on our first in-person Invitational Vintage and Classic car show at the Halcyon development in Alpharetta. This open to the public event marked the Election Special return of Peachtree to in-person activities. Reports on these two FIRST’s Officers Vote for Four 13 are included in this Newsletter. Directors Vote for Three 15 As you may know we converted our April, May, and June events from in-person to Virtual on-line events. I must say we were really very successful at this. Some of our on-line events resulted in over 250 participants. You can read about all the on-line activities in the newsletter. Events Thanks go to Vice President Gary Edwards and Past President Diana Events Schedule 19 Quinn for developing and executing the on-line events. Missed one of the Caffeine and Octane 20 on-line Peachtree sponsored events well you can view those events on the new MBCA Peachtube channel on You Tube. Thanks to Scott Martin Urban Survival Course for setting up the MBCA Peachtube channel. at Atlanta Motorsports Park 22 Peachtree has a full schedule of events for the remainder of the year. Recovering a Long-stored This includes new to Peachtree a performance driving event, a time, “Barn Find” Mercedes-Benz 22 -1- speed and distance Rally, and includes the annual fall foliage drive, this year Waterfalls and Wine, an R129/R107 Gathering and the Holiday R107/R129 Gathering 23 luncheon. All are listed in this Newsletter. I encourage you to “get out” and join us. 2020 Concours d’ Elegance 23 Event Planning Workshop 30 This issue of the Newsletter contains a Special Election Section. It Peachtree Section includes information on all the nominated Officers and Directors for next year. I encourage you to become familiar with these individuals. I will be Holiday Luncheon 31 sending the ballots out by e-mail early in September. Please take the time to vote. The directors are your representatives on the Board. MBCA TSD Rally 31 If you are looking for a new Mercedes or the Benz in the garage needs service, please consider using one of our sponsors. The new Peachtree Section web site MBCA Peachtree features links to all our sponsors web The Rundown pages. I am sure our sponsors will accommodate you and your car in Concours Judging School 32 a safe and protective manner. I personally utilized My Mercedes and Bimmer Place recently for repairs on our older Benz. The owner was Invitational Display Event 32 very knowledgeable, and the actual service was exceptional as one would expect from a Peachtree sponsor. If you do utilize a sponsor to get you and a Mercedes back on the road, tell them of the Peachtree Section referral. Our sponsors make important contributions to the operation of the Peachtree Section. Time to start your motor running and come out and play with your friends. Stay safe and healthy. Joe Martin President, Peachtree Section Mercedes Benz Club of America

Welcome New Peatchtree Section Members

Diana Quinn, Doug Geganto, and Roger McKissick, Membership Committee Welcome to the newest 27 Peachtree members, joining in March through June 2020. Daniel Abernathy - Marietta GA Deborah Hevesy - Dallas GA Michel Belland - Marietta GA Tom Hollis - Roswell GA Grant Cleaveland - Alpharetta GA Josephine Howard - Stockbridge GA Steve Cohen - Atlanta GA Arnon Isaacson - Roswell GA Nathaniel Cooley - Alpharetta GA Charles Kilgore - Mableton GA Glenn Cooper - Norcross GA Jeffrey Kingsfield - Atlanta GA Chip Cornell - Cumming GA Nathan Regan - Atlanta GA Tom Creely - Suwanee GA Scott Roberson - Atlanta GA Mike Dougherty - Alpharetta GA Joseph Saulsbury - Peachtree City GA Jerry Fields - Anderson SC Daniel Serrato - LaGrange GA Douglas Forrester - Gainesville GA Nicholas Sherman - Kingston GA John Freeman - Canton GA Christer Sundell - Johns Creek GA Chris Hadorn - Atlanta GA John Woods - Roswell GA Darlene Hassanveh - Hilton Head SC

Welcome to the Club!

Attending club events is the best way to make new friends that share your passion for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

As a member, you will receive our section newsletter “Stars in Georgia”. Please take some time to visit our webpage www. mbcapeachtree.org where you will find copies of recent newsletters, a complete calendar of scheduled events, contact information for our section officers, and much more.

Membership highlights include the benefits themselves… The Star® Magazine - Your membership to the Mercedes-Benz Club of America includes a subscription to our bi- monthly magazine, The Star®. -2- Section Newsletter – Section newsletter is published six times a year Membership Rebate Program - Save as much as $3,000 on the purchase or lease of a new Mercedes-Benz . MBCA primary members are eligible for exclusive rebates on the leaseor purchase of select Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Classified Ads -Mercedes-Benz Club of America, may sell merchandise, goods and services through this website and in our award-winning magazine, The Star®. Club Trips to Germany - Membership benefits include the exclusive opportunity to experience a first-class European vacation and VIP tours that places you at the heart of Mercedes-Benz rich history. 15% Discount on Parts from the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center - Club members receive 15% off hard-to- find parts from the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center in Irvine, California. Discounts on Parts, Service & Accessories at Participating Mercedes-Benz Dealers - As a Mercedes-Benz Club of America member, the presentation of your membership card may entitle you to 5%, 10% or (up to) 20% off parts, service and accessories from participating U.S. and Canadian Mercedes-Benz dealers. Refer a Friend Program - Refer a friend to the Mercedes-Benz Club of America and get one additional month of Club membership FREE, for every friend who joins. Local, Regional & National Events - As a member of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America, you’ll be able to attend a wide range of driving events and activities in your own back yard, your region of the country and in five-star destinations across the U.S. and Canada Club Raffle - Up to twice a year, the Mercedes-Benz Club of America conducts a Raffle for its Members. Members purchase tickets for a chance to win great prizes.

Questions about membership benefits? Other aspects of the Club or related events? Reach out to Diana Quinn at [email protected] 847-867-0620 (cell), or 770-635-8112 (home).

Social Media Update

Peachtree’s presence on Social Media continues to expand. Our Facebook page continues to grow with 182 active members. Since January 1st we’ve added 44 members to the group and have had 238 posts by members and friends of the group. We’ve also created our own YouTube channel, MBCA Peachtube where we have been posting our video content. Please visit our page at https://www.youtube.com/cha…/UC3V_FvbPxLgHQhDqb0h7cYw/videos and subscribe to MBCA Peachtube.

Auto Renew

Many of you know that MBCA has been in a downward spiral with membership growth and retention. In January the club implemented the Auto-Renew program as way to help members insure that their memberships renew on time, never accidentally lapse, and relieve them of having to handle their membership renewal manually by either going on line or calling the office to renew their membership and most importantly to help stabilize the clubs cash flow. Our section currently has 38 members who have opted into Auto-Renew. Thank you to those who chosen to do so. My goal is to have fifty percent of the section’s membership enrolled in Auto-Renew by the end of the year. To reach that goal we need 204 more members to opt into Auto-Renew. Please consider taking a few minutes to do so. Log into your MBCA account https://www.mbca.org/ select the Auto-Renew option. When you select Auto- Renew you will be prompted to enter or update your credit card information if not already on file. You can also contact the NBO at 800-637-2360 and someone on the staff will assist you to opt into the Auto-Renew program. Thank you for being a Peachtree Section Member, Anouncements Diana Quinn Past President / Membership Director

See Letter from National Membership Chair Below: -3- Auto Renew is Here, Opt-in Today!

By: Doug Geganto, National Membership Chair

COVID 19 has totally disrupted our lives and many of the activities we’ve become accustomed to doing. Things like getting together with our friends, enjoying attending section events and getting out and meeting with fellow club members. However, one thing that has been severely affected is our ability to meet other Mercedes-Benz owners, tell them about the club and encourage them to join. We expect new member growth to be severely impacted this year because of our inability to host recruiting events. How can you help ensure that we stabilize our membership losses? Have you opted into Auto-Renew yet? When it’s time to renew your membership, it’s now easier than ever. Simply log into your MBCA account, select the Renew link at the top of the page and click on the Yes button in the renew section. Your best deal is to renew for 3-years. That’s all there is to it!

Why Auto-Renew? 1. Don’t miss an issue of the Star® Magazine. 2. Never worry about your membership lapsing. 3. Stay informed of local section and national events via your local section’s newsletter and the national Click announcements. 4. Have a chance to participate on of our annual Germany trips to visit Mercedes-Benz headquarters in Stuttgart. 5. Have a chance at winning a new Mercedes-Benz by participating in our annual raffles. 6. Lastly, by having your membership Auto-Renew each year, you help the club stay financially sound and help to stabilize our membership losses. 7. Your credit card data is not stored or kept at the NBO. All Data is stored on secured servers by our credit card processing vendor The Auto-Renew option is new this year. Our goal for 2020 is to have 50 to 75 percent of our members sign up for Auto-Renew. Right now, we’re at 6 percent with 1059 members who have already signed up. We need your help to reach our goal this year by signing up for Auto-Renew today. That’s it. If you have any problems opting in or questions, contact the NBO at 1800- 637-2360, and a member representative will be happy to assist you in getting enrolled. I encourage you to sign up for Auto-Renew today. Thank you for being a member of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. Doug Geganto National Membership Chair Peachtree Section Adapts

By Gary Edwards Peachtree section had a problem – a busy schedule of 2020 events starting in March, and a Georgia statewide stay-at-home order. All Peachtree scheduled events through mid-June were ultimately cancelled or postponed. The section also cancelled the in-person April Board of Directors meeting in favor of a Zoom Video Teleconference (VTC). This sparked an idea - Peachtree Vice President and Technical Director Gary Edwards emailed Past President, retired IT professional and webmaster Diana Quinn, “Can I have a VTC tech session?” Diana responded “Of course! I’ve been thinking about what we could offer the club during this social isolation and I think it’s a great idea!”. This started Peachtree Section down the path to a sequence of successful virtual events by VTC, eventually bringing them to a national audience. Gary led a VTC session on March 28th on the M117 engine with 24 Peachtree section members online. He

Anouncements covered the two and a half months of work he had done on his 1973 450SL, emphasizing actions needed to prevent severe engine damage, covering cam oiler tubes, and upper guide and timing chain replacement with plenty of time for questions and answers. The post event survey showed a strong desire for more technical sessions. It also disclosed a desire for a recording of the event – an “ah-ha” moment for Diana Quinn and Scott Martin – Scott committed to recording future events and Diana immediately put together Peachtree’s own YouTube channel “MBCA PeachTube”. -4- The section had postponed an R107/R129 gathering which had been scheduled on April 18th. Knowing that date would be open on everyone’s schedule, and still in the throes of social distancing, Peachtree Section scheduled a two-hour R107/ R129 discussion VTC, recruiting presenters from Board of Directors members and event planners. Peachtree President Joe Martin’s vision was to open this event up well beyond Peachtree Section, and with the help of Eastern Regional Director Doug Geganto, National President Judy Bruggner and Business Manager Cindy Tumbleson to publicize the event, over 140 people registered. Topics as diverse as buyer’s guides, safety innovations, lessons learned from ownership and others were covered. The feedback again showed a big appetite for technical information. To feed this appetite, Peachtree Section then recruited National Technical Advisor George Murphy for VTC sessions on May 2nd and June 6th. The topics were “Care of Your Electronic Mercedes-Benz” in May and “Care of Your Aging 107SL” in June. The sessions were advertised nationally, and each had over 200 participants. George did a great job discussing both topics and the feedback showed a real hunger for his tech sessions. Peachtree President Martin then asked, “Why can’t we have a virtual component to every event?” He also asked Rally Master Jim Fekete if he could accelerate his Time Speed Distance (TSD) rally training, scheduled for October, into a VTC event. Jim responded enthusiastically and put together a two-session rally training event with a no-contact training rally between the two sessions. Jim planned this using a smartphone app for scoring of the rally (Competitor Richta Checkpoint) and he arranged for the writer of this app, Rich Bireta, to attend the first session to field app specific questions. Jim’s initiative to use this app for Peachtree Section TSD rallies (a first for Peachtree and for many in MBCA) will allow running of rallies with no checkpoint workers, greatly simplifying management of the event. There were 45 people registered from as far away as Massachusetts and the training sessions went very well. Rather than cancelling a previously scheduled Joint event on Photography in Augusta with Carolina section for June 20th, Peachtree again adapted. As the virus restrictions became clear, the section first transitioned the event to a small in-person audience combined with a VTC virtual audience. As the event drew near and virus concerns remained, it made more sense to shift to an on-line only event. Photographer Al Floer did a great job of explaining camera settings and basic composition; several participants’ feedback indicated they made immediate improvements in their photography. Peachtree also transitioned an in-person concours judging school on 27 June into the first VTC concours judging class. Concours Chair Diana Quinn coordinated with National Concours Chair Pete Lesler, who sat in, providing guidance and clarification. With Pete’s guidance, 32 members were trained on scoring, judges’ responsibilities, frequent deductions and after taking a quiz, were certified as MBCA concours judges. The stay at home virus response has fundamentally changed the way the section looks at events. With a large geographic area but a concentration of members around Atlanta, most events are held around the Atlanta area, Anouncements

-5- forcing those in other areas to drive long distances to attend events. Peachtree Vice President Edwards comments, “At first, we were doing events by VTC because it was our only option. Then we realized that some events are better by VTC; for example, tech sessions – nobody is in the back of the room out of earshot and everyone has an equal opportunity to see what the presenter is pointing out. For tech sessions with large audiences when you don’t have the ultimate technical authority as your presenter, you can “crowd source” answers to tech questions using the “chat to everyone” feature of ZOOM in parallel with the presentation. Additionally, you can cover shorter topics – if I’m going to drive two and a half hours each way to Atlanta for an event, I want it to last more than an hour – but you have the freedom to run shorter events via VTC.” Peachtree President Martin sees the benefit of a virtual presence in making it easier for members to “attend” events without long transits to get there and it also allows those in vulnerable groups to avoid contact. He adds, “We are evaluating all of our scheduled events to see whether a virtual presence is appropriate. I recognize that the in-person interactions are important, but if we can reach more people by including them via VTC, then we do both them and the club a great service, especially in a time when membership is a concern.” Peachtree Section uses their website www.mbcapeachtree.com and their Facebook page to update followers on their quite dynamic schedule. Recordings of events are posted on their YouTube channel “MBCA PeachTube”, Everyone is encouraged to “like” and “follow” them on their YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UC3V_FvbPxLgHQhDqb0h7cYw. , their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/mbcapeachtree and/or Group “MBCAPeachtree” https://www.facebook.com/groups/mbcapeachtree/, bookmark the website events page https://www.facebook.com/groups/mbcapeachtree/events/ , or follow them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mbcapeachtree/ and join in on the fun!

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Introducing the new E53 AMG

May 26, 2020 – Affalterbach Mercedes-AMG continues to strengthen its distinctive range: the new E 53 Coupe and Cabriolet receive the iconic AMG-specific radiator grille with vertical slats, emphasizing its performance credentials and clear membership in the AMG family. When viewed from the front, its A-shaped design and new, flatter all-LED headlamps create a width-emphasizing, powerful impression. The restyled front bumper with its A-wing design also enhances the overall vehicle proportions. Thoroughly revised, the new interior also demonstrates a clear connection with distinctive AMG design. Large displays, a new AMG Performance steering wheel and the revolutionary MBUX infotainment system with AMG-specific functions and displays reinforce the characteristic AMG Performance Luxury ambience.

The AMG-enhanced 3.0L inline-6 turbo engine with electric auxiliary compressor generates an output of 429 hp Anouncements and produces a peak torque of 384 lb-ft. Its EQ Boost starter-generator briefly provides up to an additional 21 hp of output plus up to 184 lb-ft of torque, while also feeding the 48 V on-board electrical system. Other highlights of the new models include the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission and the variable all-wheel drive system, AMG Performance 4MATIC+. -7- The front-end design is completely new and reinforces a clear AMG family affiliation. The key feature is the AMG-specific radiator grille with twelve vertical slats, which the E 53 Coupe and Cabriolet both receive. The A-shaped design of the front, which becomes broader towards the bottom, and the flatter, sharper-cut all-LED headlamps create an especially powerful impression. The twin power domes on the hood also contribute to this powerful impression. In the center section, the front bumper is drawn high into an A shape, creating a large air inlet grille with five vertical struts. Viewed from the side, the standard new 19-inch light-alloy wheels in an aerodynamically optimized 5-twin-spoke design catch the eye. Available as an option, 20-inch light-alloy wheels in a 5-twin-spoke design are also available, also aerodynamically optimized and with a wider rim edge, painted in a choice of matte black or high-gloss titanium grey. For the exterior color palette, Graphite Grey Metallic and designo Brilliant Blue Magno, a striking matte finish, are newly available selections, the latter previously reserved for the AMG GT family. 2020 E53 AMG Coupe With the optional AMG Night Package, the E 53 Coupe and Cabriolet embrace an even sportier appearance. The outside mirror housings, window frames, plus trim elements in the front and rear bumper are styled in high- gloss black. The tailpipe trim elements also come equipped in black chrome. The AMG Carbon Fiber Package II adds individual highlights with mirror caps and a spoiler lip on the trunk lid in carbon fiber.

Interior with sport appointments and AMG-specific displays The interior welcomes the occupants with distinctive appointments, luxurious materials and the latest-generation MBUX infotainment system. The standard seats upholstered in MB-Tex with DINAMICA microfiber in an AMG- specific design, red contrasting topstitching and AMG badging are characteristic for the AMG 53-series models and combine sport design with strong lateral support and comfort for long journeys. Further interior options include red seat belts and trim elements in carbon fiber. Further upholsteries in Nappa leather are also optionally available. A newly available interior option is the Nappa leather interior in black/titanium grey pearl with red contrasting topstitching. Two displays for the instrument cluster and multimedia screen blend together beneath a shared glass cover to form the Widescreen Cockpit. The customer can choose between three AMG display styles for the instrument cluster, including the particularly striking “Supersport” mode, featuring a central, round rev counter and additional information presented in perspective, with bars to the left and right of the rev counter, creating a spatial impression of depth. Via the AMG menu, the driver can select various special displays such as Engine Data, gear speed indicator, Warm-up, Set-up, G- Meter and RACETIMER. With individual AMG displays such as visualization of the drive programs or telemetry data, the touchscreen multimedia display also enhances the dynamic configuration. With a fresh design and seamlessly integrated buttons, the new AMG Performance steering wheel creates an even closer connection between driver and machine. The three rounded twin-spokes combine stability with lightness, while the flat-bottom steering wheel rim is a hallmark derived from motorsport. The wheel is available in leather, in DINAMICA microfiber or as a combination of leather and DINAMICA. The steering wheel rim also features a new sensor mat to recognize “hands-on” the wheel. If the driver does not have their hands on the steering wheel for a certain time, a warning sequence is started, which finally activates Emergency Brake Assist if the driver continues to be inactive.

Six-cylinder in-line engine with EQ Boost starter-generator and electric auxiliary compressor The 3.0-liter in-line six-cylinder engine is characterized by top-of-the-range performance and intelligent electrification. The EQ Boost starter-generator combines a starter motor and alternator in a powerful electric motor and is located between the engine and transmission. It is a key component of the 48 V on-board electrical system and not only serves as an alternator but is also responsible for select hybrid functions. These include boosting with up to 21 hp of output and 184 lb-ft of torque, recuperation, shifting of the load point, gliding mode and the virtually imperceptible restarting of the engine with the start/stop function. Anouncements The AMG brake system is tuned for power and performance: the front axle features cross-drilled and internally vented discs, sized 14.6 x 1.4 in, with four-piston fixed calipers and AMG lettering, while the rear axle features internally vented discs, sized 14.2 x 1.0 in with single-piston floating calipers. The 3.0-liter inline-6 turbo engine is coupled with the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission, which -8- impresses with its extremely short shift times, fast response to shift commands, a double-declutching function, and multiple downshifts. The transmission is very responsive, especially in the “Sport+” drive program and in manual mode. Very responsive acceleration and very short shift times are both available, as well as a more fuel-efficient driving style, depending on the selected mode.

Adaptive AMG RIDE CONTROL+ suspension for more dynamism Enhanced agility, neutral cornering performance and greater traction come courtesy of the AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension developed in Affalterbach. The multi-chamber air suspension with sporty spring/damper set-up and continuously adjustable damping ADS+ (Adaptive Damping System) combines outstanding driving dynamics with high levels of ride comfort. A harder spring rate, for example, when cornering and braking, effectively reduces body roll for better handling, while a softer spring rate can improve highway driving comfort. The damping at each wheel is adjusted to suit the current driving situation and the condition of the road. The damping characteristics can also be preselected in three modes, “Comfort”, “Sport” and “Sport+”, enabling a selectable differentiation between excellent long-distance comfort and more sporty driving dynamics.

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-9- Member Spotlight - Darin Good By Steve Chapman One of Peachtree Section’s newest members has the Mercedes-Benz brand flowing through his veins. You see, Darin’s father was a former MBCA President of the Seattle Section. In fact, his father still has pristine 1972 350SL and a gorgeous 1990 560SEC (a personal favorite of mine) which has been highlighted in an article in The Star magazine. Darin’s Peachtree membership was a gift from his father - and we’re thankful Darin has been brought into the Peachtree Section family! Darin moved from the Pacific Northwest to the Atlanta area in the mid-90s just after the 1996 Olympic Games. And, while his automobile passion runs deep, albeit with a slight bent to the eccentric side - Darin has owned some very cool cars. Some of his formers cars have included such icons as a 1971 Cadillac El Dorado convertible in avocado green, the original BMW “James Bond” Z3 roadster in Atlanta Blue and a sincere love/hate relationship with a 1984 Maserati bi-turbo, which Darin still owns! It’s red of course. Today, Darin is sporting a gorgeous 2017 CLS550 4-Matic with all the AMG cosmetic goodies offered on this W218 chassis. The twin-turbo V8 has no issues hustling him along at speeds I don’t care to mention. The car is finished in beautiful Selenite Grey with matching painted wheels, and the interior is a striking black with contrasting stitching and black ash wood trim. Ironically, it’s the very first Mercedes he has owned. Seeing how both his parents cherished and drove Mercedes since the very early 80s (including a 1984 300D) which was traded in with 250,000 miles on a 1993 400E. The performance difference between the diesel and petroleum V8 was readily apparent by depressing the throttle! “Sexy” and “the best impractical car I’ve ever owned” are statements Darin has used to describe his 4-door coupe. I couldn’t agree more! Darin is looking forward to participating in driving tours or rallies. Please welcome him at a future Peachtree Section event! Features

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As I was doing research for this article, I was surprised to find that These drive motors can fail in other ways besides refusing to most forum posts were about the newer cars – computer run. The drive motor typically has an integral gear box which is control provides another dimension of window problems mounted to the door frame with screws or bolts. Some of the and you really need a diagnostic system to diagnose. Even drive motors have metal gear boxes, and others are plastic. The newer W124s and all cars with hydraulically operated plastic ones are mounted with what appear to be self-tapping convertible tops have that extra layer of complication, screws; their plastic mounting bosses will crack, causing the however – another module gets a vote on window operation gearbox to be loose on the door resulting in poor engagement on these cars. of its gear with the regulator. If you have the option, try to get a drive motor with a metal gearbox – they are mounted with So, you have an older car, and one of the windows through-bolts and aren’t subject to this failure mode. quits working. Let’s work our diagnostics from the easiest and cheapest to the hardest and most When I had the problem with the 1994 SL320’s driver side expensive. Maybe it’s a rear window (I think I’ve window (symptoms were a klunking noise at the top of travel), repaired more rear windows than front windows), I found a drive motor whose plastic gearbox had a cracked and there’s a second window switch – try the mounting boss and it was indeed loose. I took the drive motor off other switch. This may seem pretty obvious, but my parts 1994 SL500 and found it also had cracks in the same I just had a rear window quit working in my 1992 place, though smaller. I reinforced that area with epoxy and 300CE and I was quite worried (rear windows in installed it. This worked for a couple of months but the clunk at coupes are a challenge to access) - if you’re used the top of window travel quickly returned. to driving roadsters you forget these things - until I recalled that there was another switch. I tried the I purchased a drive motor with a metal gearbox, but this time rear switch and the window worked! The problem replacing the drive motor didn’t solve the problem! I was is with the center console switch which is cheap surprised to find that regulator had missing teeth in locations and easy to replace. corresponding to the fully raised and fully lowered position. I believe that the loose drive motor had allowed the gear to destroy The second thing to look at is the fuse. It depends these teeth at the locations where the stress is highest. Had I on the car, some have individual fuses for each done this repair earlier, I might have avoided the damage to the window (R129), some have two windows per regulator. fuse in diagonal pairs (W123 and most W124s). I was driving the 1994 SL500 one day when the I had never replaced a window regulator before. I was surprised passenger window wouldn’t go down. I fretted to find that they were held on with big steel rivets. I had some about it until I could get to my iPad which allowed of these rivets on hand, but I found that my rivet gun wasn’t big me to find the bad fuse in the trunk fuse box. enough to install them (they are ¼ inch rivets and a hardware store rivet gun is too small). I bought another rivet gun and finally Let’s say it’s a front window and the fuse didn’t fix put everything back together. the problem. Maybe it will be the switch – to test you can swap the left and right switches to see if So why did this failure occur? I had to remove the window slides that does it. Once I replaced a rear window switch to replace the regulator, and I noticed they seemed to have in my 1987 300TD and it operated the window no lubrication – they were totally dry. My theory is that lack of but now the center console switch didn’t work. I lubrication on the window slides raised the operating forces to a spent quite a while with the wiring diagrams before level that caused the mounting boss on the drive motor gearbox I realized my error – the front and rear window to fail. This caused excessive clearance between the drive gear switches are wired differently internally, but they and the regulator and allowed the hardened gear to destroy the will plug in to the wrong location. softer gear teeth on the regulator. There was no indication that the window didn’t have enough lubrication; speed of operation Once you have eliminated fuse and window was normal. I don’t usually take apart doors when things are Features switch problems, you have to go inside the door working fine but when I’m in there to fix something else in the to continue troubleshooting. At this point the future I will always check the lubrication on the window slides. problem is most likely either the drive motor or the regulator, though there is also a chance of a wiring issue. There is plenty of good guidance on

-12- Officers Vote for Four

Candidate for President Steve Chapman Having been a Peachtree Section Member since 1995, I’ve enjoyed many activities over the years. However, the main reason my family and I have stayed involved is due to the wonderful people in MBCA. My wife, Stacey, and I have two boys 9 and 11 years old who keep us young! I’ve served the Peachtree Section as Secretary, Vice-President, President (twice) and on the Board in various capacities. Currently, I write the Member Spotlight article for Stars in Georgia. I would like to continue to support the Peachtree Section as President for the upcoming term. .

Candidate for Vice President Gary Edwards I want to serve as Peachtree President, so why am I again running for Vice President? Experience as Vice President is excellent preparation for service as President and I believe 2 years as Vice President is the most appropriate term. I also believe it’s important to have a Vice President who aspires to become President. Vice President is an important job and I’ve seen no one stepping forward who wants to do it – leaving the club without viable Vice President candidates if I run for President. I want to spend the next year as Vice President while attempting to recruit a future one. Our bylaws require that an officer serve as Director for a year prior to entering office - limiting candidates and emphasizing the importance of Director selection. I believe that growing our membership is our most important task, and I am convinced that events are the key to attracting and maintaining members. I would like to see a robust calendar of social, rally, technical, concours and driving events, continuing what’s worked well and adding Special Election others in an effort to reach out to both the 80% of our members who don’t currently participate and also to those aren’t members.

-13- Candidate for Treasurer Roger McKissick My name is Roger McKissick, and I would be honored to have your vote to serve again as Peachtree Section’s Treasurer. I have served continuously on the section’s board since 1979. I have been an automobile afficionado all my life and have owned seven models of Mercedes-Benz over the past 44 years, two of which we continue to own and very much enjoy. • Education: B.S. in B.A., Youngstown State Univ. • Career: Business Management. • Experience: Financials Development & Management, Budgeting I have a strong understanding of both the section’s financial history and its fiscal management. Due to the COVID-19 fiscal disruption, the budget-committee presented the board with a revised and balanced budget designed to ensure our ability to continue operating without a deficit. Moving forward, it will be my focus to help Peachtree Section work through these continuing fiscally troubled waters in a solvent and responsible manner. Thank you for your consideration of my nomination to serve as Peachtree Section’s Treasurer for the coming year it will continue to be my honor to serve responsibly and with integrity as your club’s treasurer.

Candidate for Secretary Rusty Duncan President and Founder of XXLERATE, Inc. an Atlanta IT consulting firm which provides database development and outsourced IT support to small and midsize companies for over 20 years. Rusty has worked with various volunteer organizations such as Northside Youth Organization (NYO); Boy Scouts of America, where he served as Scoutmaster and Treasurer for Cub scout Pack 232; and the Atlanta Macintosh Users Group where he served on the Board of Directors as Program Director and helped plan the annual auction fundraiser. Rusty became a fan of Mercedes Benz automobiles in the 1970s, enjoying several sedans owned by his family. His first Mercedes was acquired from his grandmother a 1978 450SL which she purchased new in 1978. He’s recently added a 2008 E63 AMG which he drives on a daily basis. Rusty has been an active member of the MBCA Peachtree section since joining, attending many social and technical events. He was a judge in our last car show and has planned several events, Buying a Car on the Internet, the R107 Meetup, and the AMG gathering at Brasstown Bald. Rusty has been the section Secretary since October 2019. Election Special Election

-14- Directors Vote for Three

Candidate for Director Rubin Howard Hello fellow Peachtree members, My name is Rubin Howard and I would ask you to please consider my re-election for the 2020 Peachtree Board of Directors. A brief background about me; I am a third year Film and Television student on a tennis scholarship at the Savannah College of Art and Design. I have been a MBCA member since 2014. In 2018 I moved to Atlanta and transferred to the Peachtree Section and was asked to serve as the section’s Media Director. I have written several articles for the Star® Magazine. I am also a MBCA Concours d'Elegance certified judge. I currently drive an R107 560SL and a W140 S600. I hope to continue serving our club on not only a regional but national scale for 2020. My Goals within the club are to grow our member-ship through media and events, continue to grow our online presence and community, as well as, give new meaning to being part of the club in our modern world

Candidate for Director Philip S. “Phil” Zima I’m a native of Chicago, DePaul University Alum, Pershing Missile Officer Army Veteran, 18-year employee of Anheuser-Busch Companies Eagle Snacks until the Division closed. Faced with unemployment in 1996, I “reinvented” myself into an Insurance General Agent in New Orleans and successfully built an agent network of approximately 1,250+ agents throughout the US, specializing in Life, Individual Disability and Long-Term Care portfolios. My wife Beth and I have been married 43 years and have two children Anne Marie and Nicholas plus two grandchildren Charlotte and Margaret. My wife Beth and I purchased our first MB via Euro Delivery (ED) in 2009 and were fortunate to experience our second ED in 2014. We’ve been Peachtree Section Members since my semi-retirement and relocation to Toccoa, GA July 2019. What do I offer as a Director to Peachtree? Spirit and enthusiasm working as a team member on whatever projects are necessary for the enjoyment of Peachtree Chapter participants. I would be honored to receive your vote. Special Election

-15- Candidate for Director James Fekete

I joined the Mile-High Section of MBCA in 2016, along with my wife, Diane. We transferred to the joined the Peachtree Section in 2018 when we relocated to Marietta. We have enjoyed showing our 2009 SLK55 AMG. In 2018, we drove the car from our then home in Boulder, CO to Monterey, CA to exhibit the car at the “Legends of the Autobahn” for the 50th Anniversary of AMG. In 2019, we showed the car at the Sandhills Motoring Festival, where it won Best in Show for the AMG class. We also were part of “The Mercedes Story” special exhibition at the 2019 Hilton Head Concours. In addition to showing our car, we have successfully completed the MBCA Concours Judging School and enjoy judging at Concours events. I am also an accomplished Time-Speed Distance (TSD) road rally competitor and event organizer. My vision for serving the Peachtree Section as a Director: 1.Bring competitive rally events to the chapter based on member interest, starting with TSD, but open to other forms of competition. Recruit and train organizers and build interest in a Section Championship. 2.Build the presence of Mercedes-Benz in regional and national car shows, especially Peachtree Section and Eastern Region sponsored events In summary, I’m excited by the prospect of taking on a greater role in the operation of our Section, and I appreciate your consideration to provide me this opportunity to serve.

Candidate for Director Reijo Haarla Member of Mercedes-Benz Club Peachtree Section since 2016. Actively participating in many of the events, especially interested in technical sessions. Social aspect of this club is enjoyable as well. Car I’m driving is 2004 E320. My wife Arja has 2013 C300. Education: Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering. Pori Technical Institute, Pori, Finland. 1970 – 1973. Employment: Retired Project Specialist. I made my career working for companies in the paper industry, such as Valmet Inc and Metso Paper, holding positions from Design Engineer to Product Manager. . Moved to United States from Finland in 1988. U. S. citizenship in 2011. In Finland I participated actively in events of a car club called Autoliitto. Autoliitto operates on traffic safety, road service, travel assistance and motor sports fields. I am honored to be asked to serve the Peachtree membership as a Director and would appreciate your vote Election Special Election

-16- Candidate for Director Eric Gilmer “Eric Gilmer is currently a Consultant for various businesses including Atlanta’s Caffeine & Octane car and TV show. Previous to that he was the President & CEO of AB Technology, Inc a Biotech company specializing in Molecular Biology applications in the International Genetics market following his retirement from the US Navy after 23 years as a Submarine & Inshore/Coastal Warfare Officer. Eric owns 5 Mercedes; several are restored or in the process of restoration. He wants to serve in the leadership of MBCA Peachtree Section to assist in expanding the already superb schedule of events with an emphasis on finding new ways to increase the interest and participation of younger members.”

Candidate for Director Dean Prince I have an MBA and currently work in the Supply Chain field for a large national manufacturer. I’ve been an avid German automotive fan for the last 40 years, having driven Porsches, BMW’s and Mercedes vehicles over that whole time. Currently I drive a 1977 300D and 1997 SL500 and am looking toward the next car, possibly an SL55 AMG. I have always worked on my own cars and consider myself to be an intermediate to advanced DIY mechanic. My wife and I have been actively involved with club events for the last three years, participating in social events, weekend trips, driving and tech sessions. Member participation makes the club. I understand a club the size of Peachtree has members with a wide variety of interests. One of my goals as a Director is supporting a variety of events to get as many members actively involved with club events as possible. Election Special Election

-17- -18- Event Planners Workshop - January 11, 2020 Events Schedule

First Sunday of Each Month - Caffeine and Octane (Peachtree)

August Urban Survival Course at Atlanta Motorsports Park - Saturday August 8, 2020 Recovering a Long-stored “Barn Find” Mercedes-Benz - Saturday August 22, 2020

September 2020 R107 R129 Gathering 2020 - Saturday September 12, 2020 Peachtree Concours d’Elelgance - September 19, 2020 Fun Rally In & Around Aiken - September 26, 2020 :: 9:00 AM October Historic Tocca, Lake Hartwell and Currahee Club - Saturday October 3, 2020 Harold Wilson Memorial Fall Foliage Drive - October 24, 2020 Event Planning Workshop- October 31, 2020 November TSD Rally School and Rally - November 15, 2020

DecemberHoliday Luncheon - December 5, 2020

19-19- Caffeine and Octane Mercedes Convertibles Only Show August 2, 2020

We will be kicking off a Caffeine and Octane summer event with an array of convertible Mercedes Benz vehicles from the earliest to the latest models. We would like to display the finest examples our club has to offer. At this event we hope to get every model and year across the production range, vehicles will places in order of year, model etc. – this will create a great display where the public will see the evolution of the SL’s and other convertibles. A vehicle info sheet will be prepared for every vehicle to be displayed on the windshield so please submit all pertinent information about your car The C&O organizers have allotted us 15 reserved spaces which I am hoping will be grossly insufficient so please sign up as early as possible so that I can request enough additional spaces for all the vehicles. We don’t want to disappoint any of our members so PLEASE sign us early. In order to assist us with assigning spots for your vehicle please take a picture of your vehicle and email it together with information of your vehicle that you would like on your window sheet to [email protected]

Please call me with any questions – Sam 678-614-2790 I am hopeful that the pandemic will be over by the end of May and that we have a really great show, look forward to your entries. You must register to show your convertible for the June event. Online Registration Only at: msreg.com/CaffeineandOctaneJun2020 Events

-20- -21- Urban Survival Course at Atlanta Motorsports Park Saturday, August 8th

On Saturday August 8th, spend a day behind the wheel at Atlanta Motorsports Park and learn life-saving advanced driving skills from professional instructors. We’ll learn about skids using the wet skid pad and ice hill, transient car control using a short autocross course, and straight braking and turning while braking using ABS. This course is normally for teen drivers using school cars, but we’ve arranged a special convening for our group, driving our own cars. Teens are of course welcome too, as long as they have a driver’s license or a learner’s permit. The course will run from 9 am to 3:30 pm and the cost is $299 which includes lunch, snacks, soft drinks and water throughout the day. A certificate of completion will be issued, which may help to reduce your insurance rates. We are limited to a maximum of 40 participants, so sign up early; for more information and to sign up, use this link: msreg.com/urbansurvival . MBCA membership / driving a Mercedes is not required. This course will be held rain or shine (rain increases the effectiveness of this course). For questions contact event planner Gary Edwards at edwardsgw@nu-z. net or call 757 831-9556. Recovering a Long-stored “Barn Find” Mercedes-Benz

Via ZOOM Teleconference August 22, 2020 With George Murphy

Join us for a great Tech Talk video-teleconference (VTC) on Saturday, August 22nd, 11 am (Eastern Daylight Time) when MBCA National Technical Advisor George Murphy will present “Recovering a Long-stored “Barn Find” Mercedes-Benz.” George will tell the story of an early R129 500SL with very low mileage that sat unused for over 25 years. He returned it to operation in a lengthy and arduous process. The lessons learned are generally applicable to all cars that have been sitting for a long time – with the current craze for barn finds, it’s an especially timely topic! Following his presentation, we have plenty of time for questions and answers on this, or any other Mercedes topic. We will be limiting registrations to only 250, so register now! The cost will $10 per registration.

Events Register at msreg.com/Recovering-a-Barn-Find

-22- R107/R129 Gathering 1972 – 2001

Saturday September 12:: Lincolnton GA Event Planner -Dean Prince If you are a proud owner of an R107/R129 Mercedes, or are considering acquiring one, come to the Peachtree Section gathering on Saturday, September 12 in Lincolnton, GA. The whole event is outside and provides ample space for social distancing. Building upon a successful R107 gathering in 2019, we are adding the next generation SL, the R129, to this year’s gathering. Our plan is to meet up at the Lincoln County Historical Park, Lincolnton GA where we will admire these great vehicles, have lunch (pizza), socialize, and discuss car valuations and technical issues. The R107 and R129 are the insider’s designation for the Mercedes SL sold in the US from 1972 to 2001. At various times the R107s were called the 350SL, 450SL, 380SL and the 560SL. The R129s were called 300SL, 320SL, 500SL, 600SL, SL320, SL500, SL600 (in the US). R107s and R129s are generally quite reliable and are great driving machines. Both of these models are still quite reasonably priced, and we expect an increase in values for nice examples over time. Not yet an owner of an R107/R129? Now may be the time to purchase and this event will be a great time to learn about the cars by talking with owners and viewing many examples. It will be a fun event and anyone with an interest in the R107/R129 should plan to attend! Mid-September is a great time to get out and enjoy your SL. The drive to Lincolnton from the Atlanta area is about a 2½ hours and one can take the interstate or back country roads. Put the top down and enjoy Georgia in the early fall. For questions, contact Dean Prince at [email protected]. Mail Peach Page registrations to Dean Prince 3909 Blustery Way NE, Marietta, GA 30066

2020 Concours d’ Elegance

Gainsville City Square Saturday, September 19, 2020, 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Diana Quinn, Concours Chair The Peachtree Section Concours returns and will be held on the Gainesville City Square on Saturday, September 19th (117 Jesse Jewell Pkwy SE #100th, Gainesville, GA 30501). Several streets will be blocked off to show case our beautiful cars. Wash and wax up your car and come out for a beautiful day of car love. Share that love with other car lovers in this beautiful setting. Registration will be from 8:00 until 9:00 a.m. All cars should be in their assigned spaces by 9:00 a.m. Judging will begin at 10:00 a.m. and will conclude by 2:30 p.m. Awards for all classes will be presented between 2:00 and 2:30 p.m.

To help you prepare your car for this event, we will be holding our Concours Judging School on Saturday, June 27th Events at Bud’s Benz in Douglasville. Then on Saturday, July 18th we will being sharing detailing tips and techniques to get that car in tip top show condition at Mercedes-Benz of Athens. See detail articles in this issue of the Stars in Georgia for all of the details and registration information.

Car Classes for the 2020 Concours are: -23- Concours Cars in this category must be at least 25 years old and represent the most perfect examples of the Mercedes-Benz marque. These cars are in excellent original condition, or are restored to original show quality standards. They will be judged according to strict Mercedes Benz Club of America judging rules (undercarriages will not be judged) and by Mercedes- Benz Club of America certified judges. A 100-point system will be used to determine the best of the best.

Street Cars in this class are usually driven on a regular basis. Street cars should be driven to the event. Street cars will be judged in two divisions, Early Modern and Late Modern to determine those cars that are in the best original condition for their age and mileage. Engine and trunks will be judged; undercarriages will not be judged. Judging will be performed Mercedes-Benz Club of America certified judges using the Mercedes Benz Club of America defined 100-point system designed for Street cars.

SL Featured Class – (Gullwings, 190SL, 280 SL and SLC, 350SL and SLC, 450SL and SLC, 500SLC, 380SL, 500SL, 560SL, 300/320SL, 500SL, and SLK ) This year we will honoring the history of the Mercedes-Benz SL. All SL convertibles are encouraged to bring their car. Cars entered in this class will be judged using Mercedes-Benz Club of America judging rules (undercarriages will not be judged) by Mercedes-Benz Club of America certified judges. A 100-point system will be used to determine the best of the best. Cars will be judged in age appropriate groupings.

Silver Star Preservation Certification This is not a judged category but is designed to recognize and “Certify” cars 25 years of age or older that have not been restored or may be in progress of being restored. A Silver Star Preservation Class Mercedes-Benz must be driven to the Mercedes Benz Club of America event and have all of its safety items operating. It must have a fire extinguisher. All safety items will be checked and must be totally operational to qualify your car as a Silver Star Preservation vehicle. Mercedes Benz Club of America ’s Concours Chairman will use a point system has been designed as a guideline and qualification of 60 points or better in three of five categories to earn the “Silver Star Preservation Certificate”.

Registration fee is $40/per car ($5/car will be donated to charity). This show is limited to Mercedes-Benz automobiles and members of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America. The National Kidney Foundation has been designated as the event charity a donation jar will be at the membership tent. If you wish to donate individually to the National Kidney Foundation, please send a separate check written to the National Kidney Foundation. Contact the event organizer for information on where to mail the check. Food will be available for purchase from the local establishments on the Square. Alternatively, you may also bring your own picnic lunch. No outside alcohol is permitted; however, alcohol may be purchased for consumption from the local establishments.

To register on-line at http://msreg.com/PeachtreeConcours2020 or visit the Peach Page to register by mail. Please register by September 12, 2020. Questions? Please call Diana Quinn at 847-867-0620 or by e-mail at [email protected] Events

-24- Fun Rally In & Around Aiken

September 26, 2020 :: 9:00 AM

The Carolinas Section will be hosting a Fun Rally in and around the Aiken, SC area on September 26, 2020. All MBCA members are invited to attend. This event will provide the opportunity for all of us to enjoy our Mercedes and comply with CDC COVID-19 guidelines. The majority of the time will be spent inside your car with your navigator. Using easy to follow directions, participants will be directed over city and country roads (all paved). There will be a series of challenging questions that can be answered only by observing clues on the way. You will not need to leave your car. This is not a race. Participants will be judged on their ability to follow simple directions accurately and to answer the questions correctly. Cars will be dispatched from the Aiken Visitors Center located at 406 Park Ave SE in Aiken at 5 to10 minute intervals. While waiting to be dispatched, the Visitor’s Center offers information on Aiken history including elaborate model railroad layouts. The first car will leave at 9:00 AM and last car will leave around 11:00 AM. A waiver will be required to be signed prior to departure on the drive. The rally will terminate with lunch and all teams will arrive by 1:00 PM for lunch and awards. Lunch will be at the Woodside Reserve Country Club on the veranda. The club will comply with social distancing and all the staff will be wearing masks. All participants will have their temperatures taken upon entering the club. The event should be completed by 3:00 PM. Entry fee will be $60 per car (2 people) and will include lunches and gratuity. Those desiring an overnight stay before the rally can stay at one of the hotels listed below. Participants are encouraged to come e arly to enjoy the many unique shops and restaurants in Aiken.

Hotels: The Willcox :: https://thewillcox.com/ 100 Colleton SW, Aiken, SC (803 648 1898) Carriage House :: https://www. aikencarriagehouse.com 139 Laurens NW, Aikens, SC

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-25- Historic Tocca, Lake Hartwell and Currahee Club

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3

Don’t miss this special Peachtree event planned for your enjoyment! We begin at 10am at the Nationally recognized Currahee Military Museum located in the newly-renovated Train Depot in downtown Toccoa, GA, where the Army’s first paratroopers of WWII arrived by train before walking up Currahee Mountain to begin their training, memorialized in the feature film, Band of Brothers. After the tour, we’ll drive to the beautiful Currahee Club for a special lunch that will transport your taste buds to Germany and your senses to the mountains. Following lunch at 1:30pm, it’s off to the pro shop for a round of golf on the Jim Fazio designed course consistently ranked as one of the 100 Best in the US and host of the 2020 Georgia State Golf Association (GSGA) Club Championship! Don’t worry about time, Currahee Club will accommodate either 9 or 18 holes – your choice at a steeply discounted rate. Don’t miss this special Peachtree event planned for your enjoyment! We begin at 10am at the Nationally recognized Currahee Military Museum located in the newly-renovated Train Depot in downtown Toccoa, GA, where the Army’s first paratroopers of WWII arrived by train before walking up Currahee Mountain to begin their training, memorialized in the feature film, Band of Brothers. Events

-26- After the tour, we’ll drive to the beautiful Currahee Club for a special lunch that will transport your taste buds to Germany and your senses to the mountains. Following lunch at 1:30pm, it’s off to the pro shop for a round of golf on the Jim Fazio designed course consistently ranked as one of the 100 Best in the US and host of the 2020 Georgia State Golf Association (GSGA) Club Championship! Don’t worry about time, Currahee Club will accommodate either 9 or 18 holes – your choice at a steeply discounted rate. So, what does this all cost? Chose any or all events. Military Museum – $10 Lunch - $30 inclusive of tax and tip. Alcoholic beverages extra. Golf including Cart (9 or 18 holes): $59 + 7% tax.

PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 21, NO PAYMENT REQUIRED FOR THE MUSEUM. ADMISSION TO THE MUSEUM WILL BE PAID AT THAT VENUE. NOTE: IF YOU CONFIRM LUNCH AND DO NOT ATTEND YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THE MEAL. (SEE CANCELLATION POLICY) Register on Motor Sports at msreg.com/Toccoa-Outing

RSVP NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 21 TO PHIL ZIMA [email protected] Driving directions will be provided prior to the event.

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-27- October 24, 2020 Event Planners: JoAnne Taylor and Ernie Smallman

Anticipate a scenic view of the North Georgia mountains in full color with the stunning view of three of the most interesting waterfalls in the state as check points. Plan on meeting at the amphitheater at the top of Amicalola Falls, near Dawsonville, to receive your instructions, water, and snacks at 11:00 A.M. You will also receive fail-safe envelopes that can be opened if your GPS lets you down traversing between falls. Plan on wearing sturdy comfortable walking shoes and a good attitude. You will drive the course at your leisure spending as much time as you want at the three waterfalls.

Amicalola Falls is in a state park that requires a $4.00 per car entry fee or a state park pass. Take the first left after entering the park onto the Top of the Falls road to reach the amphitheater. There is ample parking in three locations at the top of the falls. There are a couple of ways to get the most out of visiting this beautiful spot. • The trek from the top to the bottom of the falls is down “425 steps” along a series of stairs and landings that cross a bridge spanning the waterfall’s upper third. The walk is considered “strenuous”. This is the most difficult walk of the three falls we’ll visit. • Alternatively, you can visit the top of the falls and take in the splendid view. There is a mid-falls view which has an accessible trail to a bridge crossing the falls. It is a gentle slope from the parking lot down to the bridge, where you find yourself literally in the middle of the falls! The next leg of your journey is forty-eight miles winding through the Dahlonega wine country to Anna Ruby Falls, outside of Helen, GA. You may elect to have lunch in Helen, but it is expected to be crowded with long waits this time of the fall season. Or, you may want to pack your own picnic and enjoy one of the many picnic spots in Unicoi State Park. Anna Ruby Falls is in the Unicoi State Park ($3.00 per passenger fee unless you bring along your state park pass). A half mile paved trail with handrails and benches takes one from the parking lot to the base of the waterfall at an observation deck. Two creeks meet to form three tall falls that merge the water at the base of the falls. The walk and the entry fee are well worth the spectacular view. We rated this trek moderate due to some steep portions of the paved trail. The trail has several resting points with benches.

The third leg of your Georgia waterfall tour is Minnehaha Falls, a twenty-five-mile drive from Anna Ruby Falls along the banks of Lake Burton with its colorful boat houses. Parking is along a two-lane road. The falls are on Georgia Power property, thus no entry fee. The walk is half mile. The slope is gradual, the trail is primitive dirt unimproved but generally moderate. The fall is one hundred feet high cascading down a series of rock shoals. Again, the hike is well worth your time and the falls are breathtaking. One ends up at the actual foot of the falls as opposed to an observation deck.

Your next destination is Kaya Vineyards and Winery back near Dahlonega, an eighteen-mile drive. The tasting room and Winery was built atop a ridge that is sixteen-hundred feet above sea level elevation offering “the most exquisite panoramic mountain view in North Georgia”. The tasting room features a two-thousand square foot covered deck that is ideal for weary thirsty hikers. Your reward for completing the drive and waterfall tour is a colorful green vintage pre-worn feel shirt courtesy of the Atlanta and Ashville Trails Association that has a tasteful waterfall rendering on the front with the inscription-“Perfect Weekends are Made of Mountain Waterfalls and Fresh Air”. Top your day off with a glass of wine or tasting of five different wines-your treat to yourself. Kaya offers a limited menu of sandwiches and salads. Those with bigger more ambitious appetites can motor ten miles to imbibe in Dahlonega’s night life. Peachtree members wishing to remain overnight are encouraged to do so at the yet-to-open Holiday Inn Express on E Main St in the heart of Dahlonega. We will send out an email blast as soon as this hotel opens so that members can make reservations if they wish. In addition, there are many lovely B’n’Bs in Dahlonega, reservations for this date will fill up quickly! Registration is $5.00 per car. Commemorative T-Shirts are available to purchase at $25.00 per shirt, please include shirt size when you register. In order to have your T-Shirt(s) on the day of the event please register by October 5, 2020. Late T-Shirt registrations will have their shirts mailed to them. Event Registration closes on October 17, 2020. Please contact event organizer Contact JoAnne Taylor 706-267-3584 or by email at [email protected] If you have any questions.

Events Register Here: msreg.com/WaterfallsandWine2020

-29- Event Planning Workshop

October 31, 2020 Gary Edwards Event Planner Want to be more involved in Peachtree section MBCA? Is there some event you’ve always wanted to see the club do? Do you enjoy a wide range of club events and want to help put them on? Come to our event planning workshop on October 31st from 12 to 4 pm at Olde Blind Dog Pub located at 12650 Crabapple Rd, Milton, GA 30004-4022. We’ll have a “how to” session covering Peachtree Section’s and MBCA’s policies on events, along with feedback from experienced event planners on the lessons they have learned. Then we’ll enjoy a great lunch ordering off the menu, and after lunch we’ll have a “brainstorming” session where we split into groups and come up with interesting events for 2021. Our goal will be to train some new event planners, and to flesh out a great event schedule for next year. Register at msreg.com/2021-Event-Planning-Workshop

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-30- MBCA TSD Rally Nov. 15, 2020 This will be a straightforward daytime TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) rally. On a TSD rally, a team consisting of a driver and a navigator are given a set of instructions that contain directions for following a measured route at a specified speed (or speeds). Based on this information, the objective is to arrive at a series of checkpoints exactly on time. Points are assessed for being early or late. Like golf, the lowest score wins. This event will be a straight-forward timing competition, with no complex instructions, traps or other not-fun course following stuff. All turns will be clearly identified and mileaged. Speeds will be set below posted limits and will allow for enjoying the roads and the scenery. Rest stops will be provided. The challenge will be staying on time. Scoring will be done through a smartphone app which uses GPS technology, eliminating the need for checkpoint control workers and allowing for more flexibility in locating checkpoints. Although the details are far from complete, we anticipate the route to be approximately 100 miles, which should allow for about four hours of driving on beautiful Georgia roads, followed by a meal and awards presentation at a venue to be named. Opportunities to learn more will be made available at a “TSD Rally School” to be held earlier on the day of the event, and possibly a second school some days before the event. Keep an eye on “Stars in Georgia” for further details as they become available! For more information, contact Jim Fekete at 734 718 5032 ([email protected])” Peachtree Section Holiday Luncheon

At Petite Violette Event Planner: Ernie Smallman and Patricia Duer December 5, 2020 at 1130 AM Petite Violette is described by Atlanta Eats as “Atlanta’s premier family owned and operated French restaurant”. Started in 1974 by Wolfgang Gropp, under the name Petite Auberge, Petite Violette has delivered fine French cuisine for over forty-six years. Now owned by the two sons of Wolfgang, Michael and Anthony, the proud tradition continues of serving residents and visitor of Atlanta with a “one-of-a kind” dining experience, exceptional food, and attentive service. The restaurant’s reputation led the Atlanta Opera Company to partner with Petite Violette to host a series of “Dinner with a Diva” performances. A four-course dinner is paired with performers singing between each course. The event planners discovered Petite Violette when they attended Dinner and a Diva performances of Les Misérables and later Porky and Bess. Both the American Culinary Federation and Le Cordon Bleu seek out Petite Violette for their students to do externships and apprenticeships. Several successful chefs at other Atlanta restaurants got their start as students under the tutelage of Wolfgang’s son and present lead chef Anthony. Our menu will be:

Salad de Noel: Mixed greens topped with walnuts, cranberries, grape tomatoes, feta cheese and garlic herb croutons served with house French vinaigrette.

Entrée choice of either: Boeuf Bourguignon: Slow roasted short rib topped with button mushrooms, pearl onions, and carrots with a Burgundy sauce. Mediterranean Sea Bass: Pan seared topped with sautéed spinach, tomato and garlic, served over pommes puree with a beurre blanc sauce.

Dessert: Strawberries Romanoff: Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with fresh strawberries, port wine sauce topped with whipped cream

Coffee and Iced Tea: Petite Violette has a full service bar for members who prefer a stronger libation. During desert, after the section awards, attendees will be treated to a medley of songs from the musical Camelot, performed by Claudio Pestana Aquiar. Claudio recently played the part of Merlin in the Atlanta Lyric production of Camelot. Mark your calendar for a taste of holiday cuisine at one of the oldest and most successful restaurants in the Atlanta

Brookhaven area-Petite Violette. Events Cost is $38.50 per attendee. Registration ends the evening of Monday November 30, 2020. The address is 2948 Clairmont Road, just off I-85 at the Clairmont Road exit.

Diana Quinn, Concours Chair The Concours Judging School is one of several key events leading up to the Concours d’Elegance. As the COVID-19 pandemic emerged the Concours team members (Gary Edwards and Eric Gilmer and Diana Quinn) had to find a way to safely hold this event. Without judges the Concours event scheduled for September 19th was in jeopardy. But how could the course be taught without having some cars to inspect? And, how could they satisfy the need to certify those attending the course? After some quick thinking, the team thought if there was a good photographic content that could be used to illustrate the various typical issues found while judging that the course could be taught virtually. What about certification? A quick call to Pete Lesler, MBCA National Concours Chair thought that if a “Test” could be developed at the end of the course that could satisfy the certification requirement. Gary Edwards, Vice President and Technical Director began the work to find the various examples and reorganized the materials to be presented virtually via ZOOM. Gary consulted with Eric Gilmer, Peachtree Director and Pete Lesler as he worked to develop examples ensuring the appropriate concepts were clearly presented. Gary developed the test questions. Once the certification test was developed and reviewed, Diana Quinn loaded the test questions into ZOOM using the polling feature. On Saturday, June 27th, the first virtual Concours Judging School became a reality in a big way. Pete Lesler joined 32 MBCA member from nine different Sections! (Peachtree, Greater Washington, Carolinas, Central Virginia, Seattle, Southwest Florida, Los Angeles, Delaware Valley and Southern Stars.) The virtual format allowed for members across the country to participate. Gary Edwards presented the course with Eric Gilmer and Pete Lesler who answered participant questions along the way. Participants learned: • Why we teach Concours Judging • Entrant Etiquette • Judge’s Etiquette • Scoring Methodology (100 pt system) • Show vs Street classes • Most frequently deducted areas with scoring breakdown by area of the vehicle (Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Chrome/ Trim, and Engine) The session ended with an 18-question quiz where all were able to participate answering the questions. Rich discussion ensued after each question enforcing the correct answer. Congratulations to all who successfully completed the course! If you missed the class and would like to learn about Concours Judging navigate to our YouTube channel: MBCA PeachTube for the recording of the course.

Halcyon/RBM of Alpharetta/MBCA Peachtree Section Mercedes-Benz Invitational Display Event

A Great Time Was Had at the Halcyon/RBM of Alpharetta/MBCA Peachtree Section Mercedes-Benz` by:Roger McKissick, Event Organizer RBM of Alpharetta and Halcyon Live/Work/Play Development reached out to Peachtree Section in early March to help them put on a Mercedes-Benz Invitational display event exclusive to Peachtree Section – MBCA. Their purpose was to help promote the soft launch of the new Halcyon/Alpharetta development and the first-of-its- kind Mercedes-Benz Experience Center located within the Halcyon complex. Despite the many organizational headwinds associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, the result was fourteen of some of Peachtree Section’s finest vintage, classic, and modern classic Mercedes-Benzes gathering on Sunday, June 28th, at the Halcyon Live/Work/Play complex in Alpharetta, GA. The Rundown The And what a gathering it was, as exhibitors and spectators alike were anxious to get some relief from COVID-19 cabin fever, evidenced by the smiles on many faces. The cars were creatively staggered by co-event coordinator Eric Gilmer, so that the spectators were also purposely staggered to help promote social distancing. A hand-sanitizer station where free face masks could also be obtained was strategically located on the perimeter

-32- of the display area. And the Peachtree Section – MBCA tent, headed up by Membership Director and co-event coordinator Diana Quinn, was also equipped with hand sanitizer & disinfectant wipes. These in combination with everybody generally keeping a comfortable social distance helped create a low-stress assemblage of exhibitors, cars, and spectators, resulting in a very relaxed and low-key fun environment. The event started with staging the cars from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m., with spectator viewing from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. My personal guess is that there were some 300 spectators over the event’s three hours. Everybody was entertained with some music, chance for a door prize, and three very nice People’s Choice Awards, compliments of RBM of Alpharetta’s Mercedes-Benz Experience Center. Adding to the festivities were the restaurants & quaint shops within the Halcyon community, the new, first-of-its-kind RBM of Alpharetta Mercedes-Benz Experience Center within the Halcyon complex, and each of the exhibitors receiving a very nicely done Swag Bag. Congratulations to the three People’s Choice (crystal-with-standing-base) Award winners: • First Place – 1954 300SL Gull Wing exhibited by Dr. Robert Slayden and Mrs. Beryle Sladen. • Second Place – 1954 300SL Gull Wing exhibited by Mark and Sheila Richey. • Third Place – 1954 300b Sedan exhibited by Axel and Larry Vorpahl on behalf of the car’s owner Martin Richenhagen. These winners were part of an excellent display additionally comprised – in age order – of a black ’61 190SL (Axel and Larry Vorpahl), red ’66 230SL (Gerhard Mayrhofer), blue ’67 250SE/C Coupe (Roger and Fran McKissick), ivory ’70 (factory-spec restored) 280SE sedan (Axel and Larry Vorpahl), gray ’71 280SL (Axel and Larry Vorpahl), green ’78 450SL (James “Rusty” Duncan and Michelle Duncan), silver ’92 500E (Gary and Cheryl Edwards), dark gray ‘94 E500 (Eric and Jill Gilmer), silver ’95 E320 Cabriolet (Diana and Jim Quinn), ’99 SL600R (Gary and Cheryl Edwards), and a black 2005 Maybach (Otto and Maria Gogolin). All were excellently prepared and well presented. Hopefully, you saw the two announcements leading up to the event and were among the many spectators. However, it you did not attend, believe it or not you can still do so, as the event was videoed, including interviews with the exhibitors. Keep a close eye on Peachtree Section’s You Tube channel MBCA PeachTube . The video is presently being edited but should be posted on our You Tube channel soon. In the meantime, enjoy the pictures that accompany this article!

The Rundown The

-33- Peachtree Section, MBCA Officers and Board of Directors TERMS OF PARTICIPATION and Leadership Support Members This agreement pertains to driving events of the Stars in Georgia is the newsletter of the Peachtree Mercedes-Benz Club of America, Inc (MBCA) in which Section, Mercedes-Benz Club of America, Inc. I desire to participate, whether as a driver, passenger, official, volunteer or to attend as a spectator or visitor. Officers In consideration for permitting me to participate in or President: Joe Martin observe driving events, which may consist of time trials, autocross, acceleration runs, defensive driving, road Vice-President: Gary Edwards rally and/or tours or to attend the event as a spectator or visitor, I knowingly and voluntarily agree as follows: Secretary: Rusty Duncan I CERTIFY, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE that if I am driving, a passenger or otherwise participating in the Treasurer: Roger McKissick (Past President) events: The vehicle I am driving or in which I am a passenger Immediate Past-President: Diana Quinn in the events is insured with at least $100,000.00 per person bodily injury and property damage insurance that Elected Directors: will be in effect for the entire duration of the events Steve Chapman (Past President) Any participant violating the competition and event rules may be expelled from the event and forfeit all competition Eric Gilmer privileges. I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE that excessive Rubin Howard consumption of alcohol or possession or consumption of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited. Ernest Smallman, III (Past President) I HEREBY GRANT TO MBCA and the event organizer the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish JoAnne Taylor (Past President) photographs and video images of me, or in which I may appear, for editorial, trade, advertising and any other Appointed Directors bona fide purposes, in any manner and medium. I hereby Advertising Director: Roger McKissick (Past President) release MBCA, the event organizer, the photographer and videographer from all claims and liability relating Eastern Region Coordinator (NV): Cheryl Edwards thereto. MBCA cannot be held liable for cancellation, delays or Membership Director: Diana Quinn other lack of performance with respect to the event under any “force majeure“ circumstances (including, but not Newsletter Editor: Doug Geganto (Past President) limited to, wars, riots, insurrection, terrorism, acts of god, strikes or labor stoppages). Social Media (NV): Rubin Howard, I authorize and consent to treatment, hospitalization and other care rendered to me in the event of my Technical Director (NV): Gary Edwards illness, injury or other emergent circumstances that may occur while participating in the event and assume Webmaster (NV): Diana Quinn full responsibility to pay for all costs and expenses for any such treatment, hospitalization and care (therefore agreeing to hold harmless and indemnify MBCA and the Committee Chairs: event organizers therefore). Budget Committee: Roger McKissick (Past President) HAVING READ THIS TERMS OF PARTICIPATION Concours Chair: Diana Quinn AGREEMENT, I HEREBY BIND MYSELF AND PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, HEIRS AND NEXT Nominating Committee: Doug Geganto (Past President), OF KIN BY THIS AGREEMENT. Performance Driving Chair: Steve Chapman (Past President) Do you have an associate member that would like to NOTE: For information or questions about the Peachtree receive notices from the section as well as their own Section, please contact us at 770-376-0669 copy of our newsletter? If so, please update your email information in our database at the national office Eastern Regional Director: by calling 1-800-637-2360 and adding your associate Doug Geganto member’s email contact information. 3211 Black Gum Ln Gainesville GA, 30504, We’ll begin sending the newsletter and event notices to Phone (404) 754-9955, e-mail [email protected] the your associate member.

-34- R107 / R129 Gathering :: September 12, 2020 :: Lincolnton GA Name(s) of Member(s) Attending: ______Name(s) of Guests(s) Attending ______Email (required)______Check if this is your first Peachtree Section Event______Registration Fee $10.00 per Car X______= $______Membership #: ______

Mail completed registration and Check to Dean Prince 3909 Blustery Way NE, Marietta,Ga 30066

Concours d’Elegance 2020 :: September 19, 2020 Gainesville City Square :: Gainesville, GA 30501

Name(s) of member showing a vehicle ______Name(s) of Guests ______Address: Street, State, Zip______Phone ______E-Mail______Membership # ______Check if this is your first Peachtree Section event_____ Please check the category in which you wish to participate: ☐ Concours ☐ Street Class ☐ SL Feature Class ☐ Silver Star Preservation (car may also be entered in any of the above classes as well) Vehicle:______Model:______Year:______Miles:______Yrs. Owned:______Tell us something special about your car: ______# of Vehicles ______X $35.00 ______If you wish to donate individually to the National Kidney Registry, please include a separate check written to the National Kidney Registry with your registration. Net proceeds from this event will be donated to National Kidney Registry.

Please use one form for each vehicle registered. Deadline for registration is September 12, 2020. Please make checks payable to MBCA Peachtree Section. Mail registration form to: Cheryl Edwards, 2060 White Rock Rd, Lincolnton, GA 30817, phone (757) 831-9556 (home) or by e-mail [email protected]

-35- Historic Toccoa, Lake Hartwell and Currahee Club Saturday, October 3, 2020

Currahee Military Museum Currahee Club 160 N. Alexander St. One Currahee Club Way Toccoa, GA 30577 Toccoa, GA 30577

Name(s) of Member(s) Attending: ______Names(s) of Guest(s) Attending: ______Address: ______City, State, Zip: ______Phone: ______E-mail: ______Membership Number: ______Check if this first Peachtree Section event:______If not a Peachtree Member, what Section are you from? ______Lunch ______x $ 33.00 Per Person Total ______NOTE: IF YOU CONFIRM LUNCH AND DO NOT ATTEND OR CANCEL WITHIN THE CANCELLATION POLICY GUIDELINES YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THE MEAL. (CANCELLATION POLICY) Lunch attendance can be cancelled with 100% refunds before September 21, 2020. Partial 50% refunds within 7 days of the event No refunds if cancelled within 6 days of the event.

Registration deadline August 7, 2020. Make check payable to Peachtree Section, MBCA. Mail with Peach Page reservation form to: Phil Zima 137 Coneflower Lane, Toccoa, GA 30577. Questions? Contact Philip Zima at [email protected].

Fall Foliage Drive-Waterfalls and Wine SATURDAY, October 24, 2020

Name(s) of Member(s) Attending: ______Name of Associate Member* attending:______Names(s) of Guest(s) Attending: ______Address: ______City, State, Zip: ______Phone: ______E-mail: ______Membership Number: ______Check if this first Peachtree Section event:______Unisex shirt Size- Circle one: S M L XL

Cost of the Event: $25 per person

Registration Deadline: 5 October 2020 Make check payable to Peachtree Section, MBCA. Mail with Peach Page reservation form to: JoAnne Taylor, 91 Miners Run, Dahlonega, GA 30533 Electronic registration is available at Motorspotrs.com *Associate member is spouse or significant other.

-36- PEACHTREE SECTION HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Petite Violette Saturday December 5, 2020

Name of Attendee(s)______Guests: ______Address: ______Phone #: ______e-mail:______Total: $38.50 per attendee: $______Member #______Is this your first Peachtree Section event? ______Entrée Selections: Boeuf Bourguignon______

Mediterranean Sea Bass______Please respond by November 30, 2020.

Make check payable to Peachtree Section, MBCA: mail with Peach Page reservation form to Ernest Smallman, III, 107 Pebblebrooke Run, Canton, GA 30115.

-37- MBCA Membership Application MBCA NAME BADGES

Please print clearly Name badges are available from the MBCA Club Store in three types of backing (magnetic, safety pin, or tie tack) and can be ______ordered in blue, silver or gold. Costs range from $11.00 for two Full name lines to $12.00 for three lines (25 characters maximum p/line), ______and includes mailing costs. You may order by completing & mailing Associate member (spouse or dependent) this order sheet (see address below), or you may order through the MBCA website by going to www.mbca.org and choose Club ______Store from the main menu, choose Membership and Office Items Address / Section Events from the next window, scroll down to the desired ______name badge and make your selection. City State Zip Please send ______name badge(s). (______) ______(______) ______Home phone Business phone Specify type of backing: ______Magnetic ______Safety Pin

______Tie Tack E-Mail address Specify color: ____ Blue ____ Silver ____ Gold ______Occupation NAME: ______Peachtree Section, MBCA ______Mercedes-Benz cars now owned (model/year, list additional cars else- NAME: ______where) Peachtree Section, MBCA  New Member or L Renewing Member (check one) NAME: ______Peachtree Section, MBCA If renewing, member number:______

Interests: please check NAME: ______Peachtree Section, MBCA  driving events  car shows  social events  car care  technical  The Star NAME: ______Peachtree Section, MBCA Enroll me as a member for (check one): U.S.: NAME: ______ 1 year ($55)  2 years ($107)  3 years ($157) Peachtree Section, MBCA Make check payable to MBCA (U.S. funds only); Visa or Mastercard also accepted. Please mail to:

International (including Canada): Name: ______ 1 year ($65)  2 years ($127)  3 years ($187) Address: ______Canadians and overseas: Visa, Mastercard, American Ex- press, Discover, international money orders, or checks payable in U.S. funds. City/State/Zip: ______

 Auto Renew Enclose appropriate dollar amount and mail with this Applicant’s signature Date application to: ______Applicant’s section preference (see list in magazine) MBCA 1907 Lelarary Street ______Sponsor’s signature and member number (optional) Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Membership dues include six issues of The Star magazine yearly. If using a credit card, please complete the following:

 Visa  Mastercard  Am. Express  Discover

______Account number Expiration Date

www.mbca.org or 800-637-2360 MBCA, 1907 Lelaray St., Colorado Springs, CO 80909-2872 719/633-6427, Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Mountain Time -38- MBCA - Peachtree Section 3211 Black Gum Lane Gainesville GA 30504

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