Horse Tales

volume 11

issue 2

april 2011

table of Contents

Horse Tales

volume 11 issue 2april 2011

4! ! club business5! ! from the regional director & editor

7! ! fca/ner happenings8! ! calendar of events10! cavallino 2011! 14 ! looking ahead: concorso 201113 ! tom yangʼs 330 gtc story17 ! dean weltiʼs horsing around 2010

22 ! spotlight series: anthony company

25 ! paul russell shop visit27 ! the grid: f1 news & views

Cover: Spring in New EnglandPhoto: Dean Welti

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club officersRegional Director" " Sam Hallowell (shallowell@vanliewtrust.com) Chairman" " " David Friar (dlf@friar.com) Treasurer" " " Andrew Baldassarre (andrew_baldassarre@yahoo.com) Secretary " " " Bob LaRosa (rlarosa@larosabg.com)Membership Chair" " Charlie Vest (cvest@aol.com) Chief Judge" " " Peter G. Lombardo (pgjl328@aol.com)" " " Advertising Chair" " Paul Bova (ppbova@optonline.net) Director Emeritis" " Dennis Liu (bigheaddennis@gmail.com) Horse Tales Editor" " Michael Raduazzo (mraduazzo@gmail.com)

state chapter presidentsConnecticut " " " Paul Bova (ppbova@optonline.net)Maine" " " " Glenn Farrell (gfarrell@yficustomhomes.com) Massachusetts" " Suzanne Hiniker (suzy@hiniker.net) New Hampshire" " Laurie Sanborn (empress.hooville@gmail.com) Rhode Island "" " Open: Contact Sam Hallowell if interestedVermont" " " John Nichols (john.n@comcast.net)

club Business

publication schedule & deadlinesHT is published six times a year. Months of publication and deadlines:

issue! ! !deadlineFebruary" " " January 15 April " " " " March 15June " " " " May 15August " " " July 15October " " " September 15December" " " November 15"

address & e-mail changesFCA/NER c/o Charlie Vest, Membership Chair 339 Chimneysweep Hill Road Glastonbury, CT 06033 or via email: (cvest@aol.com)

officially sanctioned events Have an idea for an event? Want to help with an event? Contact Regional Director Sam Hallowell via email: (shallowell@vanliewtrust.com).

Only events approved by the RD and listed either in HT or on the Clubʼs web site are officially sanctioned FCA/NER events. Any other event purporting to be a Club event and not listed on our calendar is not sanctioned and as such the Club has no affiliation whatsoever with and thus can not be held liable for any donations made to such unsanctioned events.

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the ferrari club of america

FCA/NER is the New England Region of The Ferrari Club of America covering Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. The Ferrari Club of America, incorporated in 1962 and recognized by Ferrari S.p.A has 16 regions throughout North America, and 32 chapters within these regions putting on events. For membership information visit FCA on the web at www.ferrariclubofamerica.com or call 800.328.0444 | mailing address: Ferrari Club of America PO Box 720597 Atlanta, GA 30358.

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from the Regional Director & Editor

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Hello Everyone, " I just returned from the FCA National Board Meeting. Among items discussed was the upcoming FCA 2011 Meet in Savannah, GA. The Meet will feature Challenge cars, and for those qualified there will be “Historic Challenge Racing”, as well as the unique Coppa Bella Machina and Coppa GT competitions. " I donʼt know how many of you have been to coastal South Carolina, but the area is spectacular. Savannah itself was untouched by Shermanʼs March to the Sea, and the town features a beautiful mix of 17th, 18th, and 19th century architecture, with parks every couple of blocks. It is a place of a multitude of small shops and you can walk everywhere. The event hotel (The Westin) is almost sold-out of FCA sponsored rooms, but there are plenty of other places to stay in a host of price ranges. Why not go down for a couple of days and enjoy the fun!" That event also brings to mind the fact that next year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Ferrari Club of America. At the Board meeting we were told that it will be a year-long celebration, touching all FCA Regions. Each Region will have an opportunity to participate in its own unique way. " So the question is this: If a cavalcade of Ferraris was traveling through New England how do YOU think we ought to mark its arrival and use it to raise money for charity? If you have some ideas, send me an email. Ciao, PS  We are 50 and have changed our look! Keep an eye out for our new logos within these pages. Ferrari quote of the day: “Aerodynamics are for people who can't build engines.” -Enzo Ferrari

Enough Already!

" I mean seriously havenʼt we endured enough winter already? I distinctly recall waking up December 26 - with Christmas presents still scattered about - and turning to The Weather Channel to inform me that a “sure bet” blizzard was headed for Southwestern Connecticut. Minimum snowfall was expected to be a foot. " For whatever reason I trusted the forecast and had an intuition that this initial snowfall would not be the last and it would be best to for me to take down all outdoor Christmas lights. So while I may have looked like Scrooge to the neighbors just a day after Christmas, my lights were down and put away before the white stuff hit. What followed, as you all know, was just about the worst winter in a generation and needless to say a few neighbors who did not heed the initial warning took down their holiday lights just a few days ago." I always envy Ferrari owners in warmer climates during the winter. And each year as I walk past my Ferrari unable to exit the garage due to snow drifts, I say to myself that Iʼll make up the difference by driving more in the coming year. I reason that Iʼll take it to work, little league or on errands...but I never do. Well this year the absence behind the wheel felt a little deeper and Iʼve renewed my annual pledge to get out there more often. I hope you all do the same, for we all know what is sure to come around again next year." I don’t remember many poems from high school English class, but I always remember my favorite, titled “Spring”. I can’t recall the author and I’ve never been able to find it anywhere else, so if you’ve heard of it, please let me know...I think it is fitting for this issue:

Spring:

“How pleasing not to be freezing!”

fca/ner HappeningsConnecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island Vermont

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! A New Look! By now youʼve no doubt heard of the logo changes occurring within the FCA. To remain in compliance with the new agreement between Ferrari and the FCA, each region had to move away from their prior artwork on or before March 1, 2011. " Each region was handed a set of strict guidelines in which to work and then had to submit their desired design for approval. The result is what you see on these pages. Our new logo bridges the gap to our past while aligning ourselves with the new requirements. Luckily for our Club we did not have to

use the services (or incur the cost) of any outside vendors as our new design comes to us via compliments of Nicole Pasquarelli, the niece of CT Chapter President Paul Bova and his wife Darry. " Nicole is currently working towards a degree in graphic design and a minor in photography at York College inPennsylvania. The graphic design program at York inspires young artists to explore the world of design, combining digital art with studio art. Students work with their

professors and peers to explore the diversity of graphic design methodology." Previously, Nicole interned as a Graphic Designer at Crown Awards and is looking forward to returning this summer. Nicole tells us that the workplace experience is invaluable to her growth as a graphic artist as it exposes her to a wide variety of design assignments." As for her work with Uncle Paul, Nicole states: “Working on the Ferrari Club logo was certainly a unique experience. And contributing to the FCA/NER logo design will add an impressive line to my resume as well as a source of pride in my workmanship. Thank you for the opportunity to contribute to the design of the Ferrari Club of America/New England Region Logo!” ! No, thank YOU Nicole for stepping up and helping our Club, we do appreciate it. Now maybe Uncle Paul will let you take one of his Prancing Horseʼs back to school for a semester!

calendar of Events for continuously updated information: www.fca-newengland.org www.empirestateregion.com | www.fcacanadaeast.org

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New England RegionSunday, May 1: Gotham Auto Works Open House, Danbury, CT. With the car show season getting into full swing, Gotham Auto Works will be opening up it's doors for itʼs first FCA/NER open house. Come see how the top detailers across the world combine chemistry, talent and art to create glass and mirror like finishes. Event runs 10a-2p, lunch provided. RSVP by April 15 Michael Raduazzo mraduazzo@gmail.com

Saturday, May 7: Ronʼs Run for the Roses. Ronʼs Run is a charity event held during the Kentucky Derby to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. Event runs 3-6p at Folly Farm in Simsbury, CT. For more information about Ronʼs Run visit www.ronsrun.org If you would be willing to bring one or more cars, please contact Charlie Lenore clenore@hotmail.com. Not an FCA event.

June 8-12: FCA 2011Annual Meet: Savannah, Georgia. For additional information www.fca2011.com

Sunday, June 12: Second Annual Canadian GP Party at Rizzutoʼs Restaurant in Wesport, CT. Come join other Members for some Italian cars, great food and an F1 race and help out CT Make-a-Wish! See page 9 this issue for details. Contact CT Chapter President Paul Bova ppbova@optonline.net.

Saturday, June 18: The 8th Annual Village Picnic, Hartford CT. You will not want to miss entertaining the children at the Village, a non-profit human services agency in Hartford, providing a cookout, taking them for rides in our Ferraris around the campus and handing out presents. Imagine the smiles youʼll put on their faces! For more info contact Pete or Rosemary Lombardo: pgjl328@aol.com or (860) 646-5454.

Sunday, June 19: The Ferrari Concorso in Hartford has moved to the Farmington Polo Grounds and is now open to all Italian makes! Come join family and friends for a wonderful day of fun, polo, cars, vendor booths and surprises! It is going to be huge, and all for charity! For more info contact Mike Coviello: concorsochair@gmail.com.

Sunday, July 31: North Shore Concours d'Elegance, Misselwood estate at Endicott College, Beverly, MA.  The second year of this show with funds raised going directly towards Endicott scholarships.  Come check out the show or better yet, if you would like to display your 1976-or older car, please contact Dustin Cano, 978-232-2347, dcano@endicott.edu, For additional info: Suzy Hiniker, (781) 275-0121 or suzy@hiniker.net.  

Saturday, August 20: Northeast Exotic Car Show, Merrimack, NH. This event is always fun and draws an amazing collection of high-quality cars! Show Cars: 8.30a, public 10a. Located at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery in Merrimack, NH. Rain date August 27. For additional show information, please visit www.northeastexotic.com. To attend, please contact NH Chapter President Laurie Sanborn at (603) 682-1557 or repsanborn@gmail.com.

Saturday & Sunday, September 17&18: Fairfield Concours dElegance. On Saturdayʼs Club Day, we will have a reserved parking paddock and meals will be available. Saturdayʼs highlight is our Car and Motorcycle Club Celebration with clubs from across the country invited to participate. For more information, contact mraduazzo@gmail.com.

Friday - Sunday, October 14-16: The 10th Annual Maine Event. Last year it was “Flowers-Guns-Cars, the way life should be.” What has Glenn got up his sleeve this year? Stay tuned... .

Sunday, November 27: Annual GP viewing party sponsored by Ferrari | Maserati of New England in Norwood, MA. Come join members and

friends for great food, big screen action, and fabulous cars to boot. Contact: Leslie Stormes at 781-619-6949 or events@ferrarine.com.

Empire State RegionFriday-Saturday, July 15-16: Lime Rock Track Event. For information contact Roland Veit roland@paragoncoffee.com.

Friday-Sunday, September 2-4: Watkins Geln Labor Day Weekend. Radisson Hotel Corning is the host hotel, mention FCA (607) 962-5000. For information contact Roland Veit roland@paragoncoffee.com.

FCA Canada East

April 14" " Tech Session at Ferrari-Maserati of QuebecApril 16! ! AGM/DinnerMay 6" " Annual DinnerMay 14! ! Tech SessionMay 29" " Bernacciʼs DriveJune 11! " Canadian GP PartyJune 17-19" Ottawa Ferrari FestivalJune 19! " Bloor Street CelebrationJune 26! " Concours DʼEleganceJuly 8" " Mosport Track EventJuly 8-10!" Toronto Indy Weekend/Ferrari Challenge RaceJuly 10" " Yorkville Exotic Car ShowJuly 17! " Summer RunJuly 24" " Coryʼs Cancer DriveAugust 6"" Regional Directorʼs DriveAugust 13 " Rodneyʼs WeekendAugust 28" Ferrari Dream DriveSeptember 11! Rollyʼs Mystery Drive

! One of the best Ferrari events to attend and possibly my favorite week is the Palm Beach Cavallino Classic, held annually at the luxurious Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, FL. This past January the Cavallino Classic XX was again a spectacular gathering for automobile enthusiasts, attracting an outstanding array of old and new Ferraris." Hereʼs a glimpse: The week began with registration at The Breakers Hotel Wednesday evening. Packets included Cavallino magazine which is published by event organizer John W. Barnes Jr. A pin commemorating the twentieth anniversary, a 250 series steering wheel, was scooped up by us long time attendees." Thursday started early with an interesting lecture by three top auto restorers; our own Paul Russellfrom Essex, MA, Wayne Obry from Motion Products in Wisconsin, and Bob

Smith from Bob Smith Coachworks in Texas. This year the focus was on Vignale body cars, and three wonderful examples were presented."

" The lecture was followed with a delicious lunch on the Breakerʼs ocean-side lawn. Next the Ferrarislined up on the beautiful Breakers

entryway (see pic) for a leisurely driving tour of Palm Beach Island; past palatial ocean-view homes, through Donald Trumpʼs Mar-a-Lago resort, and down posh Worth Avenue. Designated stops earned a coveted stamp on the tour

map and a treat such as gourmetcookies, chocolates, and Trump water displaying ʻThe Donaldʼsʼ face on the bottle (remember the short-lived Boch water?). The driving tour ended at a lovely reception hosted by Jet Aviation at PBI Airport showcasing Ferraris and private jets on

the tarmac." Over at PBI Raceway were several days of Ferrari track events giving the fans an eyeful and earful of

Ferrari vintage, street, and Challenge cars, including the new 458 Challenge. Yes, it is ALL that. The fun continued with a Yacht Hop at RybovichYacht Club on the Intracoastal. A dozen or so yacht

owners allowed us attendees to visit their various lengths of paradise. Very nice indeed. The parking lot at the Breakers is itself a car show, with new GTOʼs, 458ʼs, Californiaʼs, and all else to see. Toss in a few Rolls, Bentleys and Maybachs just for variety." On Saturday Concorso dʼEleganza was held on the manicured front lawn at The Breakers. This isalways a stunning assembly of Ferrari beauties that this year included a 212 Export Vignale Coupe, 250GT PF Speciale, 250

GT Berlinetta Zagato, and a 375 MM PF Berlinetta." Spotted in the Cavallino crowds from New England were Joe and Tina Capasso, Rose and Pete Lombardo, Bob and Carmella LaRosa, Paul and Darry Bova, Dick Spooner, Sam Hallowell and his daughter Sarah, Gary and Janet Lilienthal, and FONE manager Dennis Dotolo & his wife Jean." The fabulous Cavallino week closes every year with Classic Sports Sunday at Mar-a-Lago followed by acharity brunch in the ballroom. This smaller concourse features several marques, notable cars being a Bugatti T57 C Stelvio, a rare Aston Martin 15/98 DHC, and a Mercedes-Benz 540 K Cabriolet, to name just a few. Featured this year was the very rare Cunningham to celebrate their 50th anniversary. 36 ofthese cars were built between 1951 and 1955 in West Palm Beach and 12 were displayed. " Other cars of Briggs Cunningham displayed were his first race car, a 1939 Special called Bu Merc, and the 1950 Le Mans entered Cadillac driven by Miles and Sam Collier. Donald Trump was seen admiring the fabulous display of vehicles.

2011 Palm Beach...Cavallino

The Hinikerʼs 1988 TR leads the pack in front of The Breakers Hotel.

F250Competition Tour de France s/n 0881GT.

-words & photos MA Chapter President Suzanne Hiniker

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-photos courtesy Michael Coviello

" For a decade our Regionʼs premier event has been the annual Hartford Concorso held each year on Fatherʼs Day Sunday. And after a highly successful run, David and Fiona Friar had decided last year to step down as Chairpersons. Luckily for our Club, Connecticut member Michael Coviello decided to step up and carry on the tradition, adding a few new twists along the way. Recently Horse Tales sat down with Mike to get his thoughts and what we can expect this coming June." HT: Mike, why did you decide to take over Concorso? MC: I decided to take over Concorso for several reasons. First and foremost is the cause and charities we support. All are just so great that I couldn't just let the event end. The other reason is because it is an event that has become a tradition in my family. I was first made aware of Concorso about 7 years ago. I have always loved Ferraris and my father has always been a car guy, so spending Father's day with him at a show like this seemed like a great thing. So we went for the first time 7 years ago and we have been going every year since. I first became a spectator and then in following years I made contributions to the silent auction by way of my automotive photography company (www.mcovephoto.com). That progressed into providing the advertisement art a few years ago and then once I purchased my Ferrari, I became a committee member. This allowed me to see first hand all of the work and preparation involved in presenting an event of this magnitude. " HT: What can we expect to see this year? MC:The event will continue to take place on Father's Day to continue the tradition and will continue to be presented by FCA/NER. While there has been some debate over this date, the committee felt that Father's Day was a great day to have the show. There are a few changes or should I say additions to Concorso this year. I wanted to provide a component to take this yearʼs event to another level so as to allow an even greater

benefit to our charities. "As such, we decided to open the event to ALL Italian cars! Concorso has always been the largest

gathering of Ferraris in New England for many years, so the committee and I figured let's expand and make it the largest Italian automotive celebration around. We soon found the interest from other clubs including Alfa, Lancia, Maserati and others would mean weʼd rapidly outgrow the State Capitol grounds. So we thought the obvious solution would be to move to the Farmington Polo Club. The Polo Club is situated on 60 picturesque acres allowing for plenty of space to exhibit all these great vehicles. By moving to the Polo Club we are also able to provide vendors and sponsors with space to showcase their goods. We are also going to be having a live Polo

exhibition on the grounds as well! In fact this will mark the first time in 40 years that polo has been played at the Polo Club!" As always, the event remains free to the public, though there is a parking fee of $10 per car, regardless of number of passengers. Also keeping with tradition, we will continue to have the "Parade of Kids." This is ever popular escorted parade in which a caravan of show vehicles travel to a determined location, pick up children from our supported charities

and give them a ride back to the event. Once they arrive they are let off one by one, their names being announced and are made honorary Italian citizens for the day. The look on the children's faces and driver's faces are truly priceless." HT: In the past there has always been a large charity component associated with Concorso, will that tradition continue as well? MC: Absolutely, the event remains centered around charity as it has been for the past 10 years with our charitable recipients including our primary charity, the Make a Wish Foundation of CT. We also support Connecticut Childrens Medical Center, The Village for Familes and Children, and Autism Speaks." HT: How can members register and how can sponsors interested in partnering contact you? MC:Registration is available online at our Website (www.fca-newengland.org). Interested parties should also contact me at concorsochair@gmail.com and forms will be either emailed or snail mailed out to them. I could also be contacted at that same email address if anyone is interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor at the event." This is an amazing day so hopefully everyone can come out to support these well deserving charities. There will be great cars, great food, vendors, children's activities, live music, live Polo and probably a few things I'm forgetting to mention. " This will be the event of 2011 and not to be missed and I look forward to seeing you all Sunday, June 19, 2011 from 11-4pm at the Farmington Polo Club in Farmington,CT!

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! I had a chance meeting with my friend David Hodge last year during the Pebble Beach/Monterey Historic Race weekend. We caught up on the latest news with each otherʼs lives. I told him about my business of working on vintage cars at my mentor Francois Sicardʼs shop, and he told me about his newly purchased 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC. " The car was sold out of California where it was painted, but left to languish for many years. It was the usual story about how the previous owner sent his car in for repairs and a repaint, but either time, money, or commitment from both parties sabotaged the completion of the car. " A well-known purveyor of such projects found the car, purchased it, and presented it for sale. Having owned a 250GTE, David was familiar with vintage Ferrari ownership and jumped at the chance to own a classic Ferrari again. The dealer tried his best to find or provide any missing pieces to make for a better sale, but when David received the car in Miami, he discovered she clearly had needs.

" David managed to take this red beauty out for a couple spins around the block, but he knew the power brake booster wasnʼt working correctly, and a leaky clutch master was also added to the list of “do-dos.” As Davidʼs list grew longer, he began calling a local Ferrari specialist for an appointment, but he soon found he was at the end of a very long waiting list." I had just finished a long-term restoration project on a 275GTB and offered to take on the project of sorting out the car. The problems David was experiencing were easily fixed, and since the 275 is mechanically similar to the 330, all the repairs were fresh in my mind. Francois, my boss, also was a chief mechanic at Chinetti Motors and probably worked on every 330 GTC that came through that shop when they were new. I couldnʼt think of a more qualified shop to help David sort his car. " David was also excited to have me work on the car because he knew I would be “blogging” about the repairs on my website tomyang.net. Sharing the process and photographing the work that I do on my 330 America, or my customerʼs cars, is something I love and I was excited to have another subject matter. We laughed that David would probably be more in touch with the work done on his car on the Internet than if he sent the car to a shop around the block! " Davidʼs 330 shared a truck from Florida with a 250 PF coupe that was also coming to our shop for some work. As Francois received the car, he found no working brakes, and the

clutch master cylinder completely drained of fluid. Without starting the car, we rolled it into the shop. " Working with David, I began making up the hit list:" " Remove & rebuild brake power booster! ! Check & repair brake system! ! Repair, rebuild, or replace clutch hydraulics ! ! Find electrical short draining the battery! ! Fix horns! ! Troubleshoot fuel gauge or sender ! ! Replace rear axle shafts to install new grease boots! ! Complete Tune up ! ! Check distributor advance & valve adjustment ! ! Replace old soft fuel lines! ! Check intermittent electric fuel pump operation! ! Repair small section of rust on a frame member I spent the first day inspecting the car from stem to stern, and took notes on some of the other pieces missing on the car. Some parts would have to be fabricated, like the splash shields that sit behind the front wheels, but some parts would have to come from parts stashes from all over the country. David and I worked together to hunt down the missing pieces." Although this car was going to stay with us for several months it was very important to get the parts off the car that would take the most time to rebuild. Sending parts across the country to specialized rebuilders takes time, and not keeping an eye on parts flow can really stall the completion of the car near the end. The first thing I got to work on was getting the brake booster out. With GTCs and GTBs, these boosters donʼt come out easily, but knowing the trick about how to get to one hidden nut sure makes life easier! When I found the fuel sender was faulty, I boxed it up and sent it out in the mail as well." Not only is getting parts rebuilt in a timely manner an issue, simply getting parts for a vintage Ferrari can be challenging. Many of the soft goods like rubber seals, trim pieces, and fuel lines come from different sources. Because of the low production numbers and demand, these parts are not always in stock. Some pieces often come from one manufacturer, and each parts supplier either keeps them in stock or orders them when they get an order. If the part is out of stock at either location, it can take weeks sometimes months for more to be shipped or made. I ran into such a delay ordering axle shaft boots for the GTC." The axle shaft boots keep the grease from escaping on rear half shafts on the transaxle. The heat from the exhaust along with age can cause the rubber to crack and fail contaminating the grease. The process of replacing the boots could not begin, however, until boots could be found. Our usual supplier had one, but was ordering more. “How long will that take,” I asked. “Soon. Maybe a week,” was the reply. Luckily, I had plenty of other things to complete on my list, but “a week” turned into a month!"

tom yangʼs...330 GTC Story -words & photosTom Yang

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The car was also missing a rear license plate bracket and light holder. Luckily, we had two GTCs available locally to copy the bracket, so we were able to strike another item off the list. " With the valves adjusted, the fuel system reassembled and brakes working, it was time to fire up the engine. This car spent a lot of time sitting in a paint shop, and the proof was in the layer of dust and polishing compound found on every surface in the engine compartment. It was nice to get the engine back in tune, and the car back on the road, but we hit a small hurdle. After sitting overnight, we found a strange light brown leak coming from under the car. Closer inspection revealed the water pump seal was failing and had failed completely overnight, and flooded the crank case with coolant! Although this meant a delay in sending the car out, we were relieved to have found the problem before sending the car back to the owner. A failed water pump can cause a major engine failure if the wrong factors are at play and we caught the problem before any damage was done. " With the water pump repaired, we continued with getting the car road worthy. Francois and I finally took the GTC out for a drive and found her to be an excellent car. Itʼs no secret that 330GTCs are probably the best driving vintage Ferraris. The Girling brakes are an improvement over the older Dunlop design offering confident stopping distances, and the four wheel independent suspension is smooth and controlled. The 4 liter engine has an abundance of torque, and applies it well to the light body work of the GTC. A true five speed transaxle operated through the legendary gated shifter all adds to the experience of the gentlemanʼs vintage Ferrari. Luigi Chinetti Jr. recently told me he preferred the GTC over the 275GTB in road manners. Having driven many examples at the legendary Chinetti Motors when these cars were new, Luigi Jr. has more than a qualified opinion! " Davidʼs car exhibited all these qualities, and we found very little fault to her mechanics. As cars age, they can develop cantankerous issues that are hard to sort. Drive line vibrations, weak synchronisers, uneven braking, and bad steering can give a good model a bad name. Solving these issues can cost a lot of money, and can drive an owner crazy. I was very happy to report this GTC was worth keeping and does the name proud!

tom yangʼs...330 GTC Story

Top: Non functioning power brake booster, below back from rebuilder with proper gold cadmium finish.

New yellow fuel lines, clutch master cylinder and rebuilt brake booster.

! Tom Yang (pronounced “Young”) was an audio engineer on "Late Show with David Letterman." After 12 years with Dave, and 18 in television, Tom decided in 2005 to make some changes. He quit his job, sold his NYC apartment and booked tickets to Australia for his family. The plan was to drive across the country, exploring the land and themselves.! Tom and his family returned from Australia in 2006 and are now writing the next chapter of their lives. François Sicard, the Ferrari Restorer who helped Tom put together his 330 America offered him a job working with what he loves: Vintage Ferraris. The job is more like an apprenticeship as Tom learns the trade from François.! In 1999, as a way to organize his notes and stories about the 330’s restoration, Tom started tomyang.net. As the Internet grew, so did the website, and today, the site has become a destination for all things Vintage Ferrari. Besides the over seven years of restoration documentation, there is a forum just for Vintage Ferrari owners where information can be shared, and help can be found.! A great friend of FCA/NER, we are privileged to have Tom as a contributing writer to Horse Tales. Check out much more information on all things vintage Ferrari at tomyang.net.

-words & photos Dean Welti

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dean weltiʼs...Horsing Around (2010)" When I told my wife I wanted to buy a Ferrari she said I didn't need another car, and she was right. But now I actually do need another car. I need a car to replace the Ferrari! I've spent my first three years of ownership repairing the car, now it has another problem, and its electrical. I can't take it anymore. I'm going to sell it and buy something low maintenance, like a boat!" I put the car away on Sunday expecting to never drive it again. It's surprising how quickly my attitude improved. By the middle of the following week my disgust was transformed tocuriosity. “I wonder if that thing will start”, I think to myself. I wandered out to the garage, pulled back the cover and put the key in the ignition. I turn the key and the starter makes its familiar sound. Damn! I'm not happy, but instead, disappointed. I want it to malfunction so I can find the problem. I begin a nightly ritual of going out to the garage and starting the Ferrari. It starts every time. And then one night it happens. Nothing,

just the sound of the fuel system being pressurized and no starter. With my right hand holding the key in the start position, I reach under the dash with my left hand. My hand only bushes the wires and the starter engages. Iʼm

elated. I know the problem is under the dash." It is Autumn and time to consider my winter maintenance items. This year there is no debate. I have to find the electrical problem. As for the problem being under the dash, that's a dead end. I find that moving wires under the dash has no impact on the car's desire to start. The starter appears to be original. I decide to remove the starter to clean the solenoid and contacts. At the least, I would be removing another item from the list of suspects. The starter comes out easily. The problem turns out to be removing the solenoid. I round out one of the Phillips head screws that hold it on. I end up drilling it out. Now I don't have to clean the solenoid, I think to myself, I'll just replace it." My problems multiplied with the arrival of a letter from the DMV.I need to have the vehicleʼs emission tested by April 2nd. I know that my car is now exempt because it has reached 25 years of age. The year of manufacture counts as year one so my

1986 Ferrari is exempt in 2010. I called the DMV to inform them of their gaff. "Well that was the old way of calculating it" the gentleman from DMV responds. "The new calculation is the year of manufacture plus 25. That's the way everyone else does it. It's mandated by the Federal Government". "OK, but you've got to realize I have the car apart. I won't have it on the road by the emission deadline." The gentleman directs me on how to request an extension. In order to qualify I have to supply proof that I've removed the car from the road by showing suspensionof insurance coverage. I suspend the coverage on the Ferrari for the winter, but I don't remove the collision. My insurance agent recommended that I need to keep collision on the car. TheFerrari is stored on top of a four post lift. If the lift collapsed, the car would be moving and when a

car is moving, that's a collision claim. You don't have to be driving it. I questioned my agent about earthquakes. "What if there is an earthquake and the car hits something. I could argue that the car stayed

stationary and the earth moved". "Doesn't matter" he said, "that's an actof God and you're not covered. Would you like me to look into earthquake insurance?" "No," I reply, "but I could use some BS insurance. I seem to run into that all the time!" I send therequired form to DMV along with my insurance declaration page and an explanation as to why I'm carrying collision on a stored car. My extension is granted and I have until July 2nd to get an emissions test." I plan to have the starter rebuilt. But before I do, I decide to see if I can purchase a replacement. The starter is a Bosch unit and it must fit something else. I can't imagine that Bosch would make a special starter for Ferraris. I take the starter to NAPA and they have it listed. I think it also fitsa Volkswagen. It's a rebuilt for $330. I

ordered it and picked it up the following Saturday. It's identical and is easy to install. The car starts right up and I'm back on the road. Hopefully without any starting problems." In addition to replacing the starter, I purchased a pair of end caps for the Ferraris review mirrors. I knew the mirrors didn't look right and once I found out there was a piece missing I had to replace it. When I placed the caps in the base of the mirror they fit quite loosely and wobbled about. It's obvious why so many are missing. I'm sure they were jettisoned in the car's first year of life. I put some black silicone sealant on them and they have, so far, held stationary." It's a Sunday morning in Glastonbury and the car wonʼt start. At least I know it's not the starter.I now think it must be the ignition or security system. I ask Peter Lombardo his opinion of the problem. He says these cars are pretty straight forward. It canʼt be in too many places. Peteroffers to come by my house and give it a look. Iʼm grateful that he is willing to

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give his personal time to help me out. He arrives around 6p on a week night and dives right in. " He checks the connections and confirms that they are OK along with the ground straps. He removes the panel from the passenger foot well to reveal a mouse nest of wires that is the security system. "What a mess. I would pull this out” Peter says. "I want to but Iʼm afraid of removing something I shouldnʼt. If you want to do it, it's OK

with me. I canʼt use the car anyway.” Peter starts cutting away. Tracing wires up to the fuse panel and removing them. “What's this?" (snip) "Wow, what a hack!" (snip, snip). “Got any electrical tape? " Peter asks from under the dash. “Yea, but Iʼve only got a couple of rolls” I say as I stroll over to the tool box. “Look at this: This guy used speaker wire for some electrical connections!" (snip, snip, snap) I canʼt look. I now know why surgeons wonʼt do operations on members of their own families. Theyʼre too emotionally invested. Peter seems to be able to remove wires without a second thought. I would stare at a wire for a protracted length of time trying to determine if I should remove it. The fact that his vehicle is sitting intact in the driveway, Iʼm sure, is comforting to him. Peter continues to remove wire and I toss it from the interior to the floor of the garage. He traces some wires into the front compartment and the culling continues. Speaker wire, amplifier connections, the alarm horn are all removed and join the pile of wire on the floor. After about 45 minutes of removing wire from the vehicle it's the moment of truth. I twist the key and the starter turns over. Success! It still starts. At least it isn't worse, but I don't know if

it's fixed. Time will tell. I'm extremely thankful to Peter for his assistance. I put all the wire and components in a box.There's enough copper in there to make a roll of pennies. If nothing else, the car is a couple pounds lighter." The following Sunday I meet the Gathers for coffee. After I park the car, I remove the box containing the remnants of the security system from the trunk. I place it on the ground infront of the car. A sign on it reads,

"Ferrari security system. Make an offer". People enjoy pulling off the lid and seeing the jumble of wires and components. I do my best Billy Maysimpersonation "This is a fantastic security system. The car was never stolen the entire time it was installed. In fact, even if you had the keys you couldn't take it!" I don't get any offers." It's June 19th when I take the

car for its emissions test. The car passed two years ago when I got it registered. I haven't done any modifications since then so it should pass. It fails. I have 60 days to get a free retest. That will get me to August. I decide to worry about it in about 59 days." I have the free retest done on August 18th. I make a few modifications in hope of passing. I always had a problem with flooding when starting the car hot. I found out that the cold start injector wasn't turning off due to a faulty thermo switch. So I disconnect it. The switch is accessible with the oil filter off, so I'm going to wait until my next oil change to replace it. I also put a bottle of dry gas in the fuel tank. I realize this is the automotive equivalent of pulling the goalie, but I'm desperate. Fortunately, these changes have the desired effect and it runs much cleaner, and fails. Now what? How much time and money should I spend on a vehicle that's exempt in 133 days and 15 hours?" I've become significantly confident in the cars mechanical

stoutness. The failure to start syndrome has not occurred since the security system was removed. I decide to drive it to work. While traveling in rush hour traffic, I brake for the SUV slowing in front of me. The car begins to slow then seems to accelerate. My wing tip shoe has hooked the accelerator and the torque of the engine has begun to overpower the brakes. More brake would only result in more gas, so depressing the pedals further isn't a solution. There isn't sufficient time or distance to lift my foot and reposition it. I depress the clutch. Disengaging the drive train has the intended resultand the car comes to a complete stop. I imagine the drivers around me think I'm showing off, as I stop only feet from the vehicle in front of me with the engine racing. They would only have to look at my face to learn the truth. My eyes are as big as brake rotors and my face a shade of Rosso Corsa. I contemplate removing my shoes and driving bare foot. I decide to be extra careful and I don't have another incident. I begin wearing my racing shoes whenever I take the Ferrari to work. The white nomex shoes with Simpson emblazon on the side look silly with a suit. The embarrassment of changing my shoes in the parking lot pales when compared to the experience of standing on the side of I84 while people gawk at an SUV with a Ferrari wedged beneath it." Ed and Sandy Smith invited The Gatherers to their Autumn View Farm for a lunch and a game of Golf Cart Polo. The Smithʼs are fortunate to have the unique combination of being

Polo players and having a friend with a Golf course. They had obtained 6 carts and cut down some old Polo mallets; as a golf cart is several hands less than a horse. The six carts were markedwith red and blue bandanas to identify the teams. My family and I were new to

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this activity but Ed put us at ease by emailing earlier in the week "for those that have not played before anddon't know the rules; you need not worry as there are apparently no rules

in golf cart polo." The game is played with two people in each cart, a driver and the passenger with a mallet. The object of the game is to hit the ball into the goals on either end of the field. There was much spirited driving, but everyone was courteous regarding the Club Cars care. Regardless of our polite treatment, one of the carts broke down and had to be pushed from the field. I suggested that we shoot it. I picked a nice plot next to the barn and overlooking the polo field where it could be interred. Our host thought it would be wiser to call its rightful owner instead of euthanizing it. It was probably for the best as the hole it required was substantial and I didnʼt see an excavator anywhere on the property. The owner of the afflicted Club Car arrived with a replacement and the games resumed at full strength. The red team seemed to be under the impression that they had won the day. But to declare a winner would imply that there was a loser. There werenʼt any losers on the field this day so the red teamʼs position was nullified." I've encounter many situations with the Ferrari that remind me of what a small car it is. The car is so low that I can drive the nose of the car under the gate in parking garages all the way up to the windshield. I once tried to use a

drive up ATM in the car. The first attempt I was too far away. The machine was only 18 inches from the car but it towered over me. I backed upand drove forward within inches of the ATM, but the key pad over my head and screen was out of sight, above the roof. I had to drive ahead, get out and walk back. One day on the highway I became irritated a by slow moving Honda in the left lane. I thought it was an Accord and commented to myself how big they make their cars now. I then realized it was only a Civic. It looked like a panel truck to me. The driver probably couldn't see the Ferrari in the rear view mirror. Not that the driver would actually use the mirror to see who was following. We all know the interior mirror is for personal grooming. On the plus side, I almost never miss a bumper sticker. They're at eye level!" Late one Sunday morning I was about to head home from coffee in Glastonbury. I usually team up with Phil and his Testarossa for the ride north. As we were about to leave, it occurred to me that Peter also lives north of Glastonbury and I ask him if he would

like to join us. He did and the three of us head out. Phil lead in the Testarossa followed by my 328GTS and Peter in a 25th Anniversary Countach. This junket takes us up Route 2 west to Route 91 north. Our train of 1980s exotica draws the attention of other drivers. An SUV sped up to catch our caravan for a

closer look. It is definitely worth the effort as our group is sporting, 32 cylinders, 128 valves and 1,100 horsepower. My car is working the hardest at our 80mph pace. The rev counter is approximately half way to the red line and speedometer at 50% of top speed. The Testarossa and Countach are operating closer to stand still than their terminal velocity. The sight from my seat is fantastic. Sitting behind the wheel of my Ferrari with the rear of a Testarossa out the windshield and the nose of a Countach in the rear view mirror is a childhood fantasy. I can hearSammy Hagar singing "I can't drive 55" in my head. At one point, Phil catches a slower car. As we slow, I see Pete move to the left. I move to the right and soon we are three a breast. Instead of passing Phil, Pete and I linger along side. I image we present to south bound traffic must be enthralling. Drivers over 40 must think they just spotted Tom Selleck, Don Johnson and Adrienne Barbeau on their way to a Duran Duran concert. We have such a good time, the next Sunday, we do it again." My fourth year of ownership

has proven to be the best. I actually spent more time in the car than under it. I know that there will be more challenges, but it wouldn't be an adventure without them. I was reviewing my Ferrari photo file to select images to accompany this article. The photos are a compilation of cars, people and places. My favorite picture doesnʼt even have a Ferrari in it. Itʼs a picture of my wife Lin and I playing golf cart polo. While looking at this picture, I began to realize that the Ferrari has become

secondary to all wonderful experiences I've had and new friends Iʼve met. The Ferrari is one of my prized possessions, but I value my new friendships even more. Cars come and go, but friends …they accumulate.

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dean weltiʼs...Horsing Around (2010)

This Page: Dean and fellow “Glastonbury Gatherers”

spotlight series...Anthony & Co., Inc.! As of 2011, there are now 10 insurance programs to insure a classic, exotic or other collector car. As all of you know that have purchased such a policy through organizations like Hagerty, Grundy, Leyland West and others, there is no liability insurance or physical damage insurance protection when your vehicle is driven on a race track for any

reason. It is also true almost all of these underwriters exclude protection when you are driving on public or private roads in connection with a rally or autocross event, too." Good news!! As a specialist in the placement of collector car insurance, Anthony & Company has developed two forms of protection to fill this need. The first form of insurance is On Track Liability protection. This insurance protects the

car owner against lawsuits that arise from on track driving activity. When you have this protection, the car owner is covered for lawsuits brought by other drivers, passengers and spectators, for example. The policy would also pay for property damage to race track property that is damaged in the accident. This is a ʻblanketʼ type policy that would cover 8-10 track events per year. The underwriter asks that you submit a projected schedule of events when they issue the policy. Events can be changed at any time during the year simply by sending an email. Limits start at $1,000,000 per occurrence and can go as high as $5,000,000 per occurrence." The second type of protection is On Track Physical Damage protection. This insurance pays to repair or replace damage to the car when involved in an on track collision,either alone or in conjunction with another vehicle. The policy provides ʻagreed valueʼ protection for the car, less the policy deductible. This too is a blanket type policy in that you submit a projected schedule of events when the policy is issued in order for coverage to apply." A third form of protection is called Storage, Paddock and Transit insurance. This insurance applies to any type of track car that is not registered for the road. Ferrari Challenge cars, race cars of any type or purpose-built track cars fit this category. Storage, Paddock and Transit insurance provides comprehensive and collision coverage for a vehicle a) while in transit to and from the track, if the vehicle is being transported by you or another party, b) while the vehicle is in the track garage or on the race paddock or driveways immediately adjoining the paddock and, c) while in storage at your residence or at any other location at which the vehicle is stored. This insurance can also provide comprehensive and collision insurance for owned trailers, plus protect the parts, supplies and equipment contained in the trailer to service and maintain thecar. Here are some FAQs regarding each policy:

Why should I purchase an On Track Liability Policy?

" Personal automobile policies exclude liability coverage for you and your vehicle when involved in any on track activity. Some event Sponsors might include the drivers enrolledin the event as an ʻadditional insuredʼ to their insurance policy. In such case, the Sponsor and all the drivers share the policy liability limit of insurance. However, if a covered loss occurs, the Sponsor has first right to the limits of insurance. There is no guarantee that there will be any ʻleft-overʼ coverage for the car owner/driver if you have been included as an additional insured. The purpose of an On Track Liability Policy is to guarantee theindividual car owner/driver a definite amount of liability insurance. The policy will also provide automatic defense cost coverage in addition to the limit of insurance.

Who is covered by an On Track Liability Insurance Policy?

" On Track Liability insurance provides coverage for the car owner and any driver named on the policy as an insured.

How many events are covered by an On Track Liability Policy?

" An On Track Liability Policy typically covers up to 8 HPDE or club events a year. The base limit is $1 million of liability coverage. The estimated cost is around $1,650 annually.Additional limits and additional events may be purchased. No physical damage coverage is afforded.

What types of claims are covered by the policy?

" Lawsuits can arise from passengers or instructors in your car who are injured in an accident while on the track or from drivers, instructors or passengers of other cars involved in an accident with you while on the track. The policy will also cover damage to track property caused by your driving activity. Racing activities of any type are also covered.

How can I obtain an On Track Liability Policy?

Simply submit a completed application, a Schedule of Events, a copy of your driver license and a copy of your personal auto policy (Collector & Primary) to Anthony & Company, Inc., to obtain an official quote. Once the quote is received back from the insurance carrier (approximately 24-48 hours), the premium payment and a signed terrorism form are required to bind coverage.

-by Anthony Bevilacqua President , Anthony & Co., Inc.

In this issue we return to our “Spotlight Series”, showcasing the businesses of our full page advertising

partners. Here we visit with Anthony Bevilacqua, President of Anthony & Co., Inc. Insurance. It is folks like Anthony that make Horse Tales possible. We thank him and all our partners for their continued support. And it goes without saying that they appreciate your

support as well.

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Why should I purchase an On Track Physical Damage Policy?

" Personal and collector car automobile policies typically exclude coverage for your vehicle when involved in any on track activity. An On Track Physical Damage Policy would protect the financial investment you have made in the vehicle and allow you to participate in the excitement of HPDE or racing events of your choice. Such events can include races, rallies, time trials, driving schools, autocross, and on track test, publicity or leisure events.

Is the On Track Physical Damage Policy available to everyone that applies?

" Each submission is considered on an individual basis. The factors considered by the insurance company include the driverʼs age and experience, the declared value of the vehicle, and the events for which coverage is being requested.

What does the On Track Physical Damage Policy cover?

" An On Track Physical Damage Policy covers the scheduled vehicle or vehicles listed on the policy for the proposed schedule of events in which you plan to participate. The policy provides ʻAll Riskʼ coverage of physical loss or damage to that vehicle while on the track, subject to policy exclusions. In most cases, the complete car is covered including the engine and transmission; however, items such as the brake discs, tires, and consumables (pads, oils, fluids, etc.) are not. Liability coverage is not included.

What is Storage, Transit & Paddock insurance?

" On Track Physical Damage policies cover a vehicle only while on the track. A race car or other vehicle that is not registered for the road kept at a dealer who stores the car, preps it for track use and transports it to and from the track needs to have Storage, Transit & Paddock insurance. Transport trailers and tools, parts and tires can also be covered.

How can I obtain an On Track Physical Damage Policy?

" Simply submit a completed and signed program application, a Schedule of Track Events, a copy of your driver license, and a copy of your personal auto policy (both collectorand primary) to Anthony & Company, Inc., to obtain an official quote. Once the quote is received from the insurance carrier, the premium payment is required to bind coverage.

" Anthony & Company has listened to the needs of exotic and classic car owners to develop these products with insurance companies that specialize in protecting all formsof racing activities. These policies offer tremendous value and peace of mind to allow you the freedom to participate in club events, always knowing you have a safety net tocatch you if something goes amiss." Anthony & Company is an independent broker that specializes in the underwriting and placement of classic, collector and exotic car insurance for individuals that own one

car or an entire collection. Coverage can be tailored to individual needs and interests. Please contact Anthony Bevilacqua, at anthony.bevilacqua@anthonycompany.com, or visit our website www.anthonycompany.com to request a quote.

spotlight series...Anthony & Co., Inc.

The vision of Anthony & Company began in 1981

when Anthony Bevilacqua excelled in critical auditing,

underwriting and managerial positions at a large,

national insurance organization. Anthony has since

expanded and honed his expertise in all forms of

Commercial Insurance.

After achieving a professional insurance graduate

degree known as Chartered Property and Casualty

Underwriter (CPCU), Mr. Bevilacqua moved to the

retail agency side of the industry in 1986. He worked

for an agency that specialized in Insurance, Bonding,

and Risk Management services for large construction

companies. In 1993, Anthony and a partner started an

independent agency located in Flemington, New

Jersey. In 1998, Mr. Bevilacqua acquired full

ownership of that agency and changed the name to

Anthony & Company.

The history of the Agency and the customers it serves

is based upon our guiding principles of ethical

standards, insurance coverage knowledge, and skillful

risk assessment. With all these principles working in

concert, combined with the resources of highly

motivated insurance professionals that have joined the

firm over time, Anthony & Company enjoys a superb

reputation within the industry. Taken together, our

customers see a significant benefit in the management

of financial loss exposures affecting their business or

personal endeavors.

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paul russell...Shop Visit

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" I received a gracious invitation from MA Chapter President Suzy Hiniker (whom I met at Museum of Transportation “Monterey Night”) to join the New England Chapters of the FCA for a tour of Paul Russell & Company in Essex, Massachusetts." An enthusiastic crowd of Club members arrived at 10am in their German winter cars. It seemed all were BMW, M-B or Porsche, many sporting Germany's racing color." We were greeted by Paul Russell, Stacy Puckett and Alex Finigan who walked us through the facility." Whether you consider yourself as an aficionado, a gear-head or just plain car-crazy, a Paul Russell shop tour is a treat. A shop visit offers multiple opportunities; to speak with the craftsmen who ply their skills; to hear directly the history of the cars and owners; to see the cars in their various states of disassembly and repair. Mechanical components have a visual appeal of their own: when laid out on a workbench and separated from their main assembly they are pieces of a puzzle; of history, previous craftsmanship, manufacturing techniques, materials technology…" A car in bare-metal is a rare, pure view of the design. Unencumbered by the shadings of color that, depending on your taste, change the viewerʼs perception of the shape. Think of yourfavorite Ferrari in Rosso, now Nero, now Argent – a much different take on the same vehicle." As luck would have it, there were many Ferraris in for service, including several of Ralph Lauren's cars being prepped for an upcoming exhibit in Paris. Here is a partial list of cars onview, beginning with the Ferraris:

• 1953 375MM; Rosso. Chassis #0382M; Motore #0382M. Body by Pininfarina. Preserved for the last 35+ years “as raced”, this carʼs condition is a snapshot in time of a bygone era. Campaigned in SCCA & VSCCA from ʼ54 to ʼ74, then used occasionally and stored. Previously owned by Ian

Gunn, who, upon having a brake malfunction on the way home from Lime Rock Park, stopped using the car. He drained all the fluids, thus preserving the car in original condition. S.C.C.A. race history, New York license plate & original condition made this my personal favorite.

• 1965 250GT Lusso: Rosso, undergoing rear axle repairs (1 of 350)

• 1949 166 Vignale Coupe; Blue, re-bodied by Vignale in ʼ53 (1 of 37)

• 1952 212 Inter; Blue (1 of 15)

• 1962 GTO; Rosso #3987 (21 of 36)

• 1960 250GT; Rosso, in for paint repair to rear left quarter.

• 1964 GT LeMans # 6321; Red w/ Green nose band LeMans Winner (31 of 32)

• 1947 166 Spyder Corsa; Rosso, Chinetti. The first Ferrari raced in the U.S. by piloto Briggs Cunningham. Sam Collier was killed in the car. Car retired in ʼ52. (1of 8)

• 1967 275 GTB/4 Alloy; no color, stripped to bare alloy. Originally metallic brown with sunroof and bumper over-riders, giving a very “ʻ70ʼs” look and obscuring the classic body lines. Current owner plans for Rosso color; my vote is for Giallo.

• 1967 365 California; Rosso w/ White top (1 of 14)

" In addition to a splendid array of Ferraris, there were the following:

• 1953 Cunningham Coupe; bare metal. Interestingly, the owner has chosen to install a 600hp late-model Hemi and running gear in place of the original Chrysler FirePower V8 Marine engine, which will be preserved along with other mechanicals for later use.

•1956 (?) Jaguar D-Type; BRG, LeMans Winner. In for bodywork, the nose had been damaged when closed down over an open oil filler cap. (This did not happen at PR!). A rare look under the hood of a D-Type.

•1959 Scaglietti Corvette; Rosso. (1 of 3) Iʼll let Bud Lyons tell this story himself, from Automobile Quarterly Volume 50, #3 2010:

“In the late 1950s, a trio of Texans including Carroll Shelby, Jim Hall and Gary Laughlin, a Texas oil developer and amateur racer, concocted a plan to take three then-current Corvettechassis and running gears to the Scaglietti works in Italy to receive

truly elegant bodywork. Three bare chassis were obtained from Chevrolet and quickly transported to Italy for therequired work. My 1959 example was the first of three and the only one with a manual transmission. In the end, both General Motors and Enzo Ferrari himself put an end to the venture (it was a near copy of his own 250GT), and the three cars remain unique in Corvettehistory.”" Naturally, quite a few 300SLs were present; a 1962 Gullwing in for service, a yellow “survivor” Roadster; in for cleaning from years of moldy storage with original interior and tires miraculously preserved; a black Roadster awaiting a complete red interior, and a Roadster on a jig in bare metal with real lead body work in view.Thanks to Paul Russell & Alex Finigan for allowing us to visit, and for spending time with us as well!!

-words Adam Pepper, car enthusiast and long time member of the Volvo Club of America

The 1953 375MM at Pebble Beach, 2010. Photo: Richard Owen at Supercars.net. Reprinted with permission.

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! With political unrest causing at the least a postponement - and at the worst a cancellation - of the seasonʼs opening race in Bahrain, F1 fans were forced to wait another few weeks before the cars rolled off the grid March 27 in Melbourne to start the 2011 campaign." Thatʼs not to say the extended time away from racing was without several interesting story lines. As is typically the case with F1, the news cycle is a year round event and one that is constantly changing and evolving. Here weʼlll take a look at a few of the more interesting stories since our last issue." On February 6 Renault driver Robert Kubica was seriously injured in the Ronde di Andora rally in Italy. Kubica, like several other F1 drivers (including former Scuderia driver Kimi Räikkönen) drive rally and simiar events in the off season for personal enjoyment. The crash occurred while Kubica was driving a Super 2000 specification Skoda Fabia in Testico when his car left the road at high speed and hit a crash barrier near the church of San Sebastiano. Kubica was trapped in the car for more than an hour before rescue workers were able to extract him. He was flown by helicopter to Santa Corona Hospital in Pietra Ligure near Savona, where it was confirmed that he had suffered partial amputation of his forearm, compound fractures to his right elbow, shoulder & leg, as well as significant loss of blood. " The severity of his injuries were the result of the crash barrier penetrating the car's cockpit, and hitting Kubica, while leaving his co-driver unscathed. Kubica underwent a seven hour operation by seven doctors split into two teams, without complications. Two more lengthy operations to repair fractures to his leg, shoulder and arm were performed successfully a few

days later. The condition of his hand will not be clear for some time and it is possible that he will miss the entire 2011 season. In Kubicaʼs absence, Nick Heidfeld will join Vitaly Petrov to start the season for Renault." The second story weʼll discuss is the naming convention of Ferrariʼs 2011 Formula 1 single seater. Those familiar with the story know the vehicle has already undergone a few name changes, before ever even taking to the grid." Originally dubbed the “F-150”, then the “F-150 Italia”, Ferrari, forced by a lawsuit from Ford changed the name to “Ferrari 150° Italia” so as to not confuse the general public to Fordʼs most popular selling truck. Addressing the matter, Ferrari issued the following statement on itʼs website:! In order to avoid the slightest risk of anyone confusing a Formula 1 car with a pick-up truck, for their part, the men from

Maranello have decided that the car will lose the F that precedes the number 150 and which stands for Ferrari, as it has done on numerous occasions when itʼs come to giving a car a code name, be it for the race track or the road. It appears that this could have caused so much confusion in the minds of the consumer across the Pond that, at the same time as losing the F, the name

will be completely Italianised, replacing the English “th” with the equivalent Italian symbol.! Therefore the name will now read as the Ferrari 150° Italia, which should make it clear even to the thickest of people that the name of the car is a tribute to the anniversary of the unification of our country. Letʼs hope the matter is now definitely closed and that we can concentrate on more serious matters, namely ensuring that our car that already seems to be pretty good out of the box, becomes a real winner.