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PRESIDENT ’S MESSAGE Dear FCA Members: When this Sempre Magazine arrives, the 2007 election will be over and the new Board of Directors will be formed. From this Board, and per our By-laws, the Election Committee will put forth their recommen - dation for the new Regional Officers, which requires a vote of approval from the new Board. The Officers positions are President, Vice-President, and Secretary. The new Board will start with this very important task. With the approval of the Officers my two year term as President will come to an end and I will move on to the position of Chairman of the Board. It is my opinion that this is essentially an honorary role with my vote being cast only in the case of a deadlocked tie vote by the Board – should that ever happen. It has been an honor, as well as a terrific experience, to serve as your President and Regional Director. I have been supported by an outstanding group of Officers and Board of Directors. Together, as a team, we have attempted, and I believe succeeded in pushing our organization yet further ahead in providing the ser - vices, and events to be enjoyed by all. I strongly encourage our membership to become more involved in the monthly meetings, develop your own position in the group, and run for office as a Board Member. Our Directors and Officers are diverse with varying skill sets and personalities. They have created a dynamic environment from which our organization has prospered. In short, we have had fun in the development of our growth. I would like to thank my fellow officers Carlos Amato (Vice-President), Doug Prestine (Secretary), Demetri Zafaris (Treasurer), the Board of Directors and Chairpersons who served in 2005, 2006, and 2007. Also, my thanks to all the Regional Members who participated in our monthly meetings and contributed to the accomplishments during my Presidency. As I reflect on the past two years some achievements that stand out in my mind are: • The drafting, development and adoption of our Regional By-Laws. • The creation of the Area Coordinator program. • The re-birth of the Giant Sequoia “Mad Dash.” • The Gourmet Ride and Drives. • The ongoing refinement of our Sempre Magazine and web site. • Our first annual FCA/CHP 11-99 Foundation Golf Tournament. These are but a few of the achievements that many of you have worked on so diligently to create, and maintain the quality of this organization that I have become so proud of. Since I started attending the Board meetings in the last decade I have gained life-long friendships, many good memories of ride and drives, and a great sense of accomplishment. Serving as President is a truly rewarding experience that I would recommend to my fellow Ferrari enthusiasts. In the future, I hope to see many new faces participate in the meetings who develop into the next generation of Directors and Officers. Once again, thank you for allowing me the pleasure of serving you! 7 0 0 2 8 / 7 i r a r r e F e See you on the road or autostrade! r p Walter B. Meyer m e Regional Director / President S Ferrari Club of America, Southwest Region 2005-2007 3 CONTENTS 3 President’s Message Walter Meyer 7/8 FCA Southwest Region Board of Directors 2007 5 Volume 14 Issue 4 6 FCA SW Calendar of Events 7 IN YOUR AREA - FCA SW Area Coordinators Mark Process 8 Monaco GP Viewing at Ferrari of Newport Beach Tom Brockmiller 10 Earth Day Drive to Ojai Tino Mingori 14 Maintaining Your Ferrari Marshall Buck 18 A Near Hole-In-One Golf Classic Peter G. Kudrave 20 Corona Airport Open House Don West 25 Los Angeles Concours at the Rose Bowl Wally Clark Marshall Buck 26 David Friedman Memorial Run Mark Process 28 Welcome New Members FCA Southwest Regalia 29 FCA Membership Application 30 Classified Ads FCA SW Policies EVENTS REGISTRATION SECTION Sempre Ferrari Editor/Design/Production: R1 Tech Session at The Auto Gallery’s Synchronis LLC New Service Facility Marshall Buck & Jim Bindman Tex K. Otto (310) 47 0-1166 Fax: (310) 47 0-1165 Email: [email protected] R2 FCA SW Corral at the Art Center Car Classic ’07 Peter G. Kudrave Advertising: Jim Bindman (818) 24 0-2010 R3 Monterey Ride & Drive Jim Bindman Email: [email protected] Cover photos: R4 FCA Pacific Region Monterey Weekend Events Tex K. Otto - 250 GT/Lusso Blake Christian - Ferrari & Maserati R5 Sherwood Country Club Show & Shine Rick Principe of Newport Beach R6 Avila Beach Concours Weekend Doug Prestine R8 FCA SW Event Registration 4 These dedicated members organize events for our Club. Our thanks to them for providing us opportunities to enjoy our Ferraris and share the friendship of fellow Club members. Walter B. Meyer Carlos Amato Doug Prestine Demetri Zafiris President/Board Member Vice President/Board Member Secretary/Board Member Treasurer 310-471-2744 310-446-1554 310-472-1187 818-774 -1500 ext 203 [email protected] Murray Cogan Jim Bindman Marv Landon Brian Quadt Chairman Advertising/Board Member Board Member Membership/Board Member 818-36 8-7775 818-240-2010 81 8-971-3300 ext 2350 94 9-244-7862 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Tambi R. Otto Tex K. Otto Mark Process Website Admin./Board Member Sempre Ferrari Editor/Board Member In Your Area Chairperson/Board Member 310-470-1166 310-470-1166 818-906-2678 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 7 0 0 2 8 / 7 i r Tom Brockmilller Wally Clark Kevork Hazarian Tino Mingori a r r Concours Chairperson Events Calendar/Concours Track Chairperson Ride & Drive Chairperson e F 94 9-716-2395 714-630-9202 81 8-755-9555 310-474-8769 e r [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] p m e Jeff Littrell Debi Cherko S Webmaster Club Administration 5 updated calendar online at www.fca-sw.org July FCA Southwest Region events in bold 14th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00AM. 15th FCA SW Ferrari Corral at the Art Center Car Classic ’07 Sunday. 100 rare and exotic vehicles on display including classics, sports cars, racecars and hot rods/customs. Special opportunity to park your Ferrari on-site in corral. Limited space available. Info: Peter G. Kudrave - 213-955-0005, [email protected]. We look Event Information page R2 . forward 21st Tech Session at The Auto Gallery’s new Service Facility Saturday, 9 AM. Event Information page R1 . to your August participation 11th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00AM at our 16th Ride & Drive to Monterey Thursday. Meet at The Auto Gallery in Calabasas 8 AM for a Hot buffet breakfast. Depart 9 AM, lunch at the Shore Cliff. events! Info: Jim Bindman - [email protected]. Event Information page R3 . 17-19th Monterey Weekend Pacific Region Vintage Ferrari Concours, Saturday dinner and Corral & Tent at the Monterey Historic Races. Event Information page R4 . 18th Khaki’s 9th Annual Barnyard Ferrari Event in Carmel. Exotic cars, food & wine. Info R3. 29th - FCA National, Watkins Glen, NY The Ferrari Club of America Annual Meet is a 5-day, Sept 2nd national event surrounded by a renowned track, concours and hospitality center. September 4-8th Ferrari Challenge Rally of Virginia 8th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00 AM 23rd Sherwood Country Club Show & Shine Sunday. Picnic and car show at exclusive Westlake Village country club with golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus. Box lunch/drinks and awards presented. Rick Principe. Event Information page R5 . October 7th Concours at Strawberry Farms 13th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00 AM 26-28th Avila Beach Concours Weekend Ride, Rally and Concours. Friday Ride & Drive to the Central Coast with evening Reception Dinner. Saturday Rally with evening Gala Dinner. Sunday Concours at the Avila Beach Resort. Event Information page R6-7 . November 3-4th Ferrari Drivers Invited to Open Track Event at Willow Springs Raceway Safely run your car at speed on a road-racing course. Instructors for beginners. Info: Jim Saxton 818-755-9555. 4th Best of France and Italy Car Show, Woodley Park, Van Nuys. Featuring a Ferrari swap meet. Sunday. Info: Wally Clark - 714-630-9202, [email protected] . 10th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00 AM December 8th Southwest Region Board Meeting 9:00 AM 8th Christmas Party at the Jonathan Club Santa Monica Details TBD. FCA Southwest Region Board Meetings - All Members Welcome! Held the second Saturday of each month at 9:00AM at the Petersen Automotive Museum, 6060 Wilshire Blvd (at Fairfax), Los Angeles CA 90036 unless otherwise specified. 6 OTHER AUTOMOTIVE EVENTS August 12, 2007, Sunday afternoon FCA member, Robert De Pietro, is organizing a display of Ferraris on the tennis court as part of the Patrons of Italian Culture Ferragosto Event at Villa Francesca in the Los Feliz Hills. A buffet, entertainment and fashion show will be part of the garden festivities. If you are interested in displaying your Ferrari, please contact Robert De Pietro. Office: 323-257-4253, Cell: 323-314-0068, email: [email protected]. IN YOUR AREA MONTHLY EVENTS HELD BY REGION AREA COORDINATORS Meet Ferrari friends at a designated spot each month for an informal gathering. Everyone is welcome. ORANGE /R IVERSIDE COUNTIES FIRST SUNDAY EACH MONTH TOM BROCKMILLER On the first Sunday of each month you can enjoy a buffet style brunch with an 94 9-716-2395 ocean view with fellow Ferrari owners and host Tom Brockmiller at the Dana [email protected] Point Yacht Club.