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S pending my teenage years in the 60’s, I got to experience the muscle car era first hand. On second thought, maybe second hand would better describe it because many of my friends owned them and I had the pleasure of admiring them and getting an occasional ride. What does this have to do with our 1982 Mustang GT? It will become more clear as i explain. Shopping for my first car was easy. The 1965 2+2 (289/4-speed) I brought home on a test drive from Burton-Moore Ford, parking it so my dad couldn’t see the smashed in passenger side door, seemed to me to be the perfect car. Like I said, the shopping part was easy; the buying part was more difficult. My dad’s idea of my perfect car was my aunt’s 1963 Falcon Futura ragtop, powered by the 170 CID power house. The only thing that could make things worse would be a 2-speed automatic. Yes, it did. It turned out to be a dependable car. I could depend on loosing every race I had the dumb idea to accept. Now, for the reason for this story. In 1990, our son, Matt, was in need of a car. In a desire to not subject him to the same fate I had endured, we looked at an ’82 Fox body GT. “The Boss is Back” was Ford’s ad slogan for these first GT’s since 1969. The H.O. 302, 4-speed car, rated as the quickest domestic car produced in 1982, was quite acceptable to Matt and I. His mom, Jean, seemed on board too, for she was also born with a lead foot. Even it’s 145,000

miles were just considered as extras. In 1991, the Mustang was parked due to a gasket leak and the purchase of a four wheel drive Blazer which was better suited for winter commutes to Ferris State University. So there the Mustang sat in our garage for 20 years.

It dawned in me one day - I’m a very quick and strategic thinker - why not get Matt involved in a father-son bonding car project? Well, it turned out that Matt was busy bonding with his own children, and too far away to participate. So he sold the car back to Jean and I, at which point, I started “bonding” with myself ! Upon review, I realized the title was still in my name. I told you I was a quick thinker! The car was taken to a talented mechanic who agreed to do a mechanical restoration including brakes and brake lines, bearings, fuel tank, joints, and all things that make for a safe and dependable car.

Did I mention the engine? This is why I told you of my high school humiliations with the Falcon. I asked for some extra horsepower; anything over 400 would be fine, I thought. After nearly two years, we got the car back

The Official Monthly Newsletter of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan • www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com

MUSTANG CLUB OF MID-MICHIGAN JUNE 2015 (VOLUME 17 - ISSUE 06)

What’s Inside for June:1 Member Spotlight: Jean and Vic Trisch2 John Clor to speak at June ‘Shortcake’ meeting Member spotlight cont.3 President’s Corner Editor’s HorseSense 4.64 May Show Report5 June show spotlight Interview Request Treasurer’s Report6 May Meeting Minutes7 MCMM Board & Appointed positions8 2015 Events Schedule9 Classified Ads 10 MCMM Web & Facebook Contacts Other club contact info.

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Member Spotlight:

Getting to the Fox! by Vic Trisch

Jean and Vic Trisch’s 1982 Mustang GT looks ready for another show or cruise!Continued on page 2

Jean and Vic Trisch

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(never tell your mechanic you’re in no hurry), and I could not be happier. The car runs and rides great, and looks OK for a once-painted, unrestored car. I wish I was back in high school again! Recapping, in 1990 we bought a Mustang GT for our son. In 2011, we “bought it back” to begin investing money for it’s repair, and in 20xx, our plan is to give it back to Matt. How’s that for quick thinking? The Trisch’s were married in 1970, while Vic was a student at CMU, and Jean worked on campus. They bought a ’69 Mach I with 351 Windsor in Yellow. The car - Jean loved it - was sold after Matt was born - big mistake! The Trisch’s have owned several other Ford products, including a ’64 Fairlane, ’74 Mustang II, and an ’88 Mercury Cougar SE - their first new car purchase as a married couple.

Also owned were several Ford pick-ups. The couple have two children, Matt, and his sister, Kristy. Three grandchildren that luckily live nearby keep them busy along with travel and winters in Florida. In addition to the ’82 GT, the couple also own a yellow, 2000 GT convertible, Spring Edition, one of only 971 manufactured. Both Vic and Jean are active in the MCMM. HS

Spotlight, Continued from page 1

John Clor featured guest speaker at the June “Strawberry Shortcake” Membership Meeting!

You've read his columns in Mustang magazines for years. You've seen him talk Mustangs on The History Channel, SpeedVision, Velocity and various videos. You may even own his limited-edition, sold-out hardcover history book "Mustang Dynasty." Now – you can meet him in person! Noted auto journalist and author John Clor, a former SVT PR man who today manages Enthusiast Communications for Ford Performance, will be the Guest Speaker at our club’s Strawberry Shortcake Meeting. John will be making a “Mustangs in Ford Performance History” presentation, followed by a Q&A session to answer your Mustang questions. Don’t miss this chance to hear and meet one of Ford’s best-known Mustang spokesmen during our meeting! Pat and Quentin Levitte, longtime members, are hosting our June membership meeting, featuring John Clor, on the 15th at

their home, 150 (North) Fenner Road, Caro. An R.S.V.P. is requested so they plan on providing delicious Strawberry Shortcake in an MCMM tradition started by the Bentleys many years ago.

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HorseSense 4.6This week, I read... I read the updated story of Quentin Levitte’s 1969 Mustang Super Cobra Jet told by his son, Nathan, in the MCA’s Mustang Times magazine. The story originally appeared in our Horsin’ Around in the Nov. 2013 to Jan. 2014 editions. It was cool to see the article in one piece in a national magazine with updated information. I caught up on my reading of the Ford Performance newsletter, Fast News, that is a part of John Clor’s job for Ford Performance. Now here is an excellent newsletter to see what’s going on in Ford’s performance realm, and so

much more. Fast News has a Ford Fan Spotlight that highlights Mustang owners like us, the latest Ford and Ford Racing news, new parts, and articles on other Ford products.

You need to get this newsletter! See the box

above that shows you where and how to get it. At our May meeting, we established a committee to

review and revise our web site, so I read up - again - on what other Mustang sites are doing, and our committee is working to make more improvements to better serve both our members and the guests that look to our site for the latest information on our club’s events and plans. I just read that our not-so-friendly BowTie competitor has just announced a revised, 2016 version of their always late-to-the-party Camaro. Seeing photos and reading the article in Motor Trend tells me that Ford is on the right track with our Mustang. GM is adding a turbo-four with just 270 hp and continues the “bunker-look” widow treatment to even shorter openings that looks so confining - and ugly. The front end, if you haven’t yet seen it (also appearing on Hot Rod’s cover). looks a lot like any new Lexus model, which is one of my top choices for front end uglyness. Read this as an invitation: I’m really looking forward to the June membership meeting with our special guest speaker, John Clor. I’ve had the opportunity to hear him speak on several occasions, and have enjoyed discussions with him at MOCSEM meetings. He is, I believe, single handedly getting long overdue respect for the ’74-78 Mustang II. He presented the John Clor Award to our own Steve Caesar for his Mustang II at last year’s MOCSEM show. I expect to see you there! HS

By Tom Welsh MCMM Newsletter Editor

By Al SeleskyMCMM PresidentPresident’s Corner

Greetings to All: Summer is upon us and the car shows have started. I want to extend a huge thank you to everyone that helped with the Bottom Line Car Show and fund raiser on May 16th. The

weather was good – not great – but, for May in Michigan it worked out well. I am continually amazed at the number of hard workers that come out in support of our club activities. It makes the shows more fun and it is a very positive reflection on our organization. I ran across a Hemmings Magazine recently and saw an ad for an RM Classic Car Auction in Plymouth, Michigan, on Saturday, July 25, 2015. The contact information for potential sellers and buyers is 519-352-4575 or, www.rmauctions.com for those that might wish to attend. I know it is the same day as the

Capital City Car Show, but I thought I would mention it. Some time ago I promised the club I would do some research on insurance costs. To date I have identified four major firms and am in the process of getting competitive quotes. The insurance companies are JC Taylor, Grundy World Wide, Heacock Classic Car, and Hagerty. If you know of any more, let me know and I’ll put them in the mix. Lastly, Jan and I would like to invite the club to our house after the Coleman Car Show, between 3:30 and 4:00, on Saturday, June 13, 2015. Please let us know if you plan on attending so we can have the right amount of food and liquid libation. See you at the next meeting (and board meeting) on Monday June 15, 2015. Drive often and drive safe. HS

Al

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HORSIN’ AROUND JUNE 2015MCMM Show News

Bottom Line Auto Service owner, Roger Nowaczyk, put together a successful 4th Anniversary Car Show on Armed Forces Day, May 16th. For the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan, it was our 11th Armed Forces Day show and we turned out in good style to fill our position in registration, parking, judging, prize drawings, and award announcements. About 75 cars of a broad cross section of American Iron - and a couple of foreigners - participated. Attendees kept coming in up to and even past the noon registration deadline. The Colors were hosted and presented by the Saginaw County Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, and called to attention by the playing of the Star Spangled Banner at 11:00. The Plaza was also represented by volunteers that manned a table with information on the Plaza. Our club members sold prize raffle tickets and held a 50/50 drawing with all proceeds going to the Plaza. Together, these two promotions

garnered $364 that will be a direct donation to the Plaza. The show was held at the same location as last year, the old Shooters Night Club, 8845 Gratiot Ave., (M-46), west of Saginaw, in Thomas Twp..... Show hours ran from 11 am to 4 pm. A key plus was that, unlike last year, the weather

cooperated with cool but reasonable temps and a dry day overall. Check out the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, in the photos below. HS

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May, 2015 Treasurer’s Report By Lon Hetchler, MCMM Treasurer

June Shows will provide variety Coleman’s Rod Benders Street Association is presenting their 16th annual event on June 12 and 13. Starting on Friday at 5:00 pm with a Cruise and their Burn Out Competition from 7 to 8 followed by entertainment and refreshments in the city park. Saturday includes the show, with registration from 8 to 11, judging from 11 to 1, and a 3:00 pm presentation of awards. See flyer attached to your

emailed newsletter. Immediately after the show, Al and Jan Selesky will host club members with an after event get together at their home, 4897 W. Pere Marquette Rd., Coleman. If you plan to attend this show, plan on

gathering the Selesky’s. Jan and Al request that you call them if you will be coming over so they can plan ahead. HS

R.S.V.P. to Al and Jan by

phone 989-465-0224 or

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MCMM Show & Club News

MCMM Women members: Information/interview request Your editor received an interesting request from Christine Lezotte, who is completing her PhD at Bowling Green State University. She is planning to complete her dissertation with a focus on women’s relationship to the automobile, and is including a chapter on women with classic muscle cars like our Mustangs. She writes: “I am expanding this chapter (on muscle cars) into a possible book, and am broadening my focus to include women who own and drive all generations of muscle and pony cars. I am looking for women who love their

Mustangs to help me in this endeavor. Participation consists of a 30-minute interview by phone, in person, or via email at your convenience. If you are interested in participating, contact me at clezott@bgsu.edu for more information. I look forward to hearing from you!” Your editor invites all interested women in the MCMM to contact Chris either by email, above, or phone at 734 516-5166 to set up an interview with her. She will plan to share part or all of her study with us upon completion. HS

Bridgeport’s DDA presents the BridgeFest Car Show on June 13th. The show is held at the Bridgeport High School, 4691 Bearcat Blvd., from 10 to 3; registration between 10-11 am. The Saturday event includes the show, judged classes, and Cash Prizes of $50 every half hour (based on 100 entrees), with $300 prize at 3:00 pm, based on random drawings from all entered cars. See flyer attached to your emailed newsletter.

On June 13 MCMM Sponsor, American Gasser is

holding their Open House/Cruise In - 8175 Gratiot, Saginaw 10 am - 6 pm Note that this is a date change due to a rain out from their earlier date. There will be special dragsters, guest speakers, and much more!

Later this month, on June 27, the West Michigan Mustang Club presents it’s 34th Mustang & All Ford Car Show, Grand Rapids, MI. This show is held later then usual as the WMMC plans a cruise to the Veteran’s Home after the show. More info and registration are available at www.westmichiganmustangclub.com HS

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HORSIN’ AROUND JUNE 2015Official May, 2015 Meeting Minutes MCMM Board Meeting - May18, 2015

Meeting was opened at 6:15pm by President Al Selesky. There was discussion for a gas card for Jim Ostrom and Del Zimmerman for hauling the trailer. Motion was made by Jan Selesky for $25 per event and seconded by Tom Welsh. It was passed by members present. There was discussion on our website. Current web master was paid to set up and maintain. At present page is not up to date. At presidents discretion a committee of Mark Bilbee, Tom Welsh and Al Selesky was formed and they will go over the website and make changes and bring them to the attention of the webmaster. 2016 Great Lakes Stampede Ideas: It was suggested that we have our show in May instead of September along with Bottom Line Automotive. Each would have their own show, but together at the same place. Bottom Line will be contacted for discussion to see if they would be interested in doing this.Meeting closed at 6:45pm. Respectfully submitted by Carol Davis

MCMM Membership Meeting Meeting opened at 7pm by President Al Selesky. Members present: Carol Davis, Bob Dillenbeck, Gina Dillenbeck, Jim Ostrom, Jeff & Lori Amo, Al & Jan Selesky, Dick Lebsack, Tom Welsh, Rick & Nancy Montagne, Milt Pulford, Stan Bentley, Ruth Bentley, Ron Burns, Kim Burns, Quentin & Pat Levitte, Paul Wrigglesworth, Larry Blymyer, Del Zimmerman, Steve & Angie Caesar, Emil Mueller, Dennis & Judy Donovan, Amado Arceo. Minutes from April accepted as printed after a motion by Larry Blymyer and seconded by Gina Dillenbeck. Membership: Ruth Bentley - May 1st there were 16 members dropped for non-payment of dues. That action brought the total to 60 members. Two new members were added in May - Dan Lewis & Franci Kristina Peace of West Branch and Jim & Sonya Miller of Saginaw. This brings the May total membership to 62. Also please note that Lon & Sandy Hetchler (MCMM Treasurer)have moved to their northern home. New address is 6792 Obervalden Dr., Bellaire, Mi. 49615 and phone is 231-916-2151. In May a new MCMM Membership List & Telephone List was mailed to each member. Treasurer: Lon Hetchler (Not present- report published in newsletter. $9,057.62 of which $5,000 is in a CD. Property: Dennis Donovan - Tarp cover did not stay on the trailer. Dick Lebsack suggested we check with California Cover and Jim Ostrom suggested we also check with Richville Trailer Supply to get a price for a cover. The trailer needs to be washed before the Frankenmuth parade on June 14th. Historian: Larry Blymyer - Music - 1955-Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White by Perez Prado and his orchestra, 1960-Stuck On You by Elvis Presley, 1965-Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter by Herman's Hermits, 1970-American Woman by The Guess Who, 1975-He Don't Love You (like I love you) by Tony Orlando and Dawn, 1980-Call Me by Blondie, 1985-Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds, 1990-Vogue by Madonna. In 1903 first transcontinental trip on a 1.25hp motorbike took 50 days! May 1926 Ford adopts a 5 day 40hr. work week. May 1927 Model T production officially ends. May 1959 Ford wins court battle to use name Falcon (entered name 20 minutes ahead of Chrysler), May 1966 last Studebaker rolls off line in Ontario, Canada. 1980-Mt. St. Helens and K-car both

erupt on USA May 18, 1953. Benson, William & Henry Ford appear on cover of Time. Sponsorship: Del Zimmerman - 3 members have gotten sponsorship for our 2015 Great Lakes Stampede Show. Lynn & Cindy Southgate got $250 from Hagen Ford, Jeff & Lori Amo got $300 from Knapheid Truck Equipment, and Dick Lebsack got $300 from Midland Ford. Website: Mark Bilbee - Working with Tom Welsh and Al Selesky to improve and fix issues and design areas of the website. Newsletter: Tom Welsh - Spotlight for June is Vick & Jean Trish. The events page has been redone by type of event. MCA: Quentin Levitte - The forms have been sent in for the President's Award. Club Mdse: Dick Lebsack - Everything is the same. If interested in any merchandise contact Dick at 989-631-9536. Membership Report: Gina Dillenbeck - Results from the Bottom Line Spring Classic Cruise-in. The raffle had 23 items and made $242 and the 50/50 made $122 for a total of $364 which will be given to the Veterans of Saginaw.In May she will send out 12 birthday cards and 5 anniversary cards. Social Activities: Rick Montagne - Roger from Bottom Line thanked us for all the help from our club for the show. Charity Island Cruise out of Caseville is $94 per person (same as last year). A date will be announced soon (Tentatively Sept 5th). Coleman Show on June 13th - Al Selesky invited all members to his house after the show for a cookout. If you will be going let Al know so he knows how many to plan for at 989-465-0224. Info on the show is in listing in the newsletter. August 1st - trip to Gilmore Museum. If you would like to go contact Rick Montagne at 989-249-1180 so we can go as a group. 2015 Car Show - Lori Amo & Jan Selesky - Please continue getting sponsors for the show. If you know of any vendors who would like to be there contact Lori Amo at 989-865-8725. Flyer is on the website. Membership flyer is being re-done by Tom Welsh. Adjusting dues to $25 a year - Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, and other updates. A price for magnetic sign for vehicles in parade to advertise our club. June 14th parade in Frankenmuth and Dick Lebsack, Tom Welsh, Emil Mueller, Steve Caesar volunteered to be in the parade. Our meeting June 15th will be at Quentin & Pat Levitte's for Strawberry Shortcake, Please let Quentin know at 989-553-5766 or Al at 989-465-0224 if you are going for a head count.50/50: Bob Dillenbeck - $24 won by Quentin Levitte Meeting closed at 8:40pm Submitted by Carol Davis, MCMM Secretary

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About your MCMM Membership Meetings...

Elected Board of Director Positions:President: Al Selesky989-465-0224aselesky@ameritech.net

Vice President: Jeff Amo989-865-8725ferrisfl@aol.com

Secretary: Carol Davis989-964*9115harrydavis5@yahoo.com

Treasurer: Lon Hetchler810-793-6287 (new email)lonhetchler@thisendup.com

Membership Chair: Ruth Bentley810-688-3909stanandruthbentley@gmail.com

Great Lakes Stampede Fall ShowChairpersons:Jan Selesky 989-465-0224aselesky@ameritech.net& Lori Amo 989-865-8725ferrisfl@aol.com

Newsletter Editor & Past President:Tom Welsh II, 989-992-9344trwelshii@charter.net

MCA Regional Director:Quentin Levitte989-673-4514qlevitte@hotmail.com

Appointed Positions: Web Site ManagerMark Bilbee, 989-325-2700markbilbee@hp.com

Historian: Larry Blymyer 989-790-0143LJBlymyer@yahoo.com

Social Activities Chair:Rick Montagne 989-249-1180sagrick@aol.com

Birthday & Anniversary Support:Gina Dillenbeck 989-799-2065bdill@att.net!

MCMM Sponsorships:Del Zimmerman 989-799-7867msypres@hotmail.com

Property Manager:Dennis Donovan 810-714-1159dennis48430@yahoo.com

Club Merchandise:Dick Lebsack 989-631-9536rrl289@aol.com

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Monthly MCMM meetings are held at Fritz’s Family Restaurant, 9264 W. Saginaw Road )M-46, in Richville (mailing address is in Vassar for those using a GPS). on the eastern corner of M-46 at M-15. Membership meetings start at 7:00 pm., Jan. to Oct. Board of Director (BOD) meetings start at 6:00 pm (April to October, or as called). Members are welcome at BOD meetings and may make comments or ask questions.  Members and guests are encouraged to come early and have dinner (at your expense) before or during the meetings. Fritz’s does not require a minimum group purchase for the room, but we encourage you to purchase a snack, meal or beverage to support the restaurant. Members are also encouraged to exchange current issues of auto-related magazines; a 50/50 drawing is usually held at the end of the meeting. Call president, Al Selesky, for more information or if you have questions...  989-465-0224, or email at aselesky@ameritech.net Social Events Chairperson, Rick Montagne, will coordinate many non-meeting events-See above for contact information.

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For the latest information, go to www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com for these and other area shows & events.MCMM Club Supported Shows & Events

June 12-13 - Rod Benders Annual Cruise and Car Show, Coleman $15 in advance; $20 day of show. See notes on page 5. After show get together at Selesky’s home. RSVP to Al & Jan. June 13 - BridgeFest Car Show, Bridgeport High School, Reg 10-11 am; Show 10-3; $15 day of show. June 27- West Michigan 34th Mustang & All Ford Car Show, Grand Rapids, MI. Details to follow. WMMCplans a cruise to the Veteran’s Home after the show www.westmichiganmustangclub.comJuly 10-11 - Cool City Car Show & Cruize, Bay City, MI Cruise Friday, 7/10; 5:30 PM Essexville to BayCity / Show on Sat, Downtown Bay City 8 am to 4 pm www.thecoolcitycarshow.net MCMM Tie in eventAug 1 - Gilmore Red Barn Spectacular - MCMM all-day club tour. Save the Date! Details: Rick MontagneAug 10-15 - Back to the Bricks, Flint Week-Long events; show on Sat. Aug 15 Details: Tom Welsh Aug 15 - Mustang Alley, Ferndale / Woodward Dream Cruise Woodward Ave, Pontiac to FerndaleAug 16 - MOCSEM’s Mustang Memories 2015, Ford Product Deb. Center, Dearborn, MI Think 1,200Mustangs in one place! More details to follow; Registration ($30) now open at www.mocsem.comAug 30 - Capital Area Mustangs 18th Blue Oval Blast Car Show, Grand Ledge, MI. Details to followwww.facebook.com/capitalareamustangsSept 5 - Charity Island Cruise - Save the Date! Rick Montagne will provide more details shortly.Sept. 20 - MCMM’s 21st Great Lakes Stampede All Ford & Mustang ShowNexteer Automotive, Saginaw I-75 at M-46 • MCMM Major Event • Sunday Show, Sept. 20: 8 AM to 3 PM• Registration 8 am to noon; Judged Car Show; $15 pre / $20 day of • MCMM Member cars Judged with awards separate from non-members.Registration information available at: www.mustangclubmidmichigan.com

Shows and Events of Interest to MCMM MembersJune 13 - American Gasser Open House/Cruise In - 8175 Gratiot, Saginaw 10 am - 6 pm Date Change due to Rain out from earlier date; Dragsters, Guests, and much more! July 10-12 - 2nd Mackinaw City Mustang Stampede, Show on Sat/Sun, Bridge cruise Sat; Awards Sun; Registration $50 in advance; Show, dinner, cruise, T-Shirt, incl. 800-750-0160 events@mackinawcity.com July 11 - River Days Car Show, Chesaning Area Chamber of Commerce. Call 989-845-3055 for registration information and details. Free Cruisin’ To The River T-Shirt to first 50 registered cars. July 12 - Fun Ford Weekend US 131 Motorsports Park, Martin, MI, Watch for more information to follow.Aug 29 - Freedom Park Car Show - 10322 Swan Creek Rd, Saginaw - 2 - 6 pm $10 pre/$15 day of Sept 13 - Toledo Mustangs Car Show - Brondas Ford, Toledo, Details coming. www.toledomustangs.comSept 25-27 - Fall Color & Wine Tour hosted by Sandy & Lon Hetchler - Bellaire - Traverse City area. Details to follow.

Mustang Club of America National & Grand National EventsJuly 17-19 - MCA Nat’l “Mustangs with Attitude” Show, Loveland, CO, www.frontrangemustangclub.orgSept 3-6 - MCA “2015 Buckeye Mustang Grand National” Show, Columbus, OH. www.facebook.com/buckeyegrandnational Plan now as this one is nearby! Limited to first 500 cars.

MCMM MeetingsNew Meeting Location May - Oct (except June): Fritz’s Family Restaurant 9264 W. Saginaw Rd.,

Vassar (GPS Address) It is actually on M-46 at M-15 in Richville just west of Vassar.June 15 - MCMM Meeting: Bd of Dir at 6:00 pm; Membership at 7:00 pm, At the Pat & Quentin Levitte home, in Caro John Clor guest speaker; RSVP to Pat and Quentin by Friday, June 12, please.July 20 - MCMM Meeting: Bd of Dir at 6:00 pm; Membership at 7:00 pm, Fritz’sAug 17 - MCMM Meeting: Bd of Dir at 6:00 pm; Membership at 7:00 pm, Fritz’sSept 21 - Membership at 7:00 pm,. Show review & Wrap-up. Fritz’sOct 19 - MCMM Meeting: Bd of Dir at 6:00 pm; Membership at 7:00 pm, Fritz’sNov/Dec. No scheduled membership meetingsDec - MCMM Christmas Party - Watch for details in mid-late summer.

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FOR SALE: 2001 Mustang, Leather seats, 4.6 engine, 17 inch allow wheels ,premium sound, flat spoiler, leather warped wheel and more loaded. Bob Ruth 989-245-7396 $11,500. or best offer. " " 10/13Photo right>>

FOR SALE: 1983 Mustang Conv. V-6 Auto Good paint & body. Int, fair. 165K miles Many replaced items. Contact Dave Faller, Brooklyn, MI 517-592-4215 or 616-446-5768 cell Must sell by Nov 1st. $3,000 - will consider offers Photo right>> 10/13

FOR SALE: 2006 Ford Mustang GT, Dark Silver, 71,500 miles, Never driven in winter,4.6-V8, Black leather interior, K/N filter, Auto shift, Shaker system, 6 disc cd player, Call : 989-839-7244 for more info and picture. " 5/14

FOR SALE very clean,2006 Mustang Pony Pkg., 35K miles, many options/mods Cervini Hood, spoiler, K&N intake, Raxiom lights, Roush interior, $17,000 OBO, Contact Mark 734-751-5173 or medonell@gmail.com 4/15Photo right >>>

FOR SALE: Convertible Boot Cover - hard style, folds to fit in trunk, with original storage bag. Good condition; Dk charcoal. From ’94-98, but fits all conv. to 2004. Reduced to $40.00 OBO Contact Tom Welsh (989) 992-9344. 6/14

FOR SALE: 2006 Ford Mustang GT, Dark Silver, 71,500 miles, Never driven in winter, 4.6-V8, Black leather interior, K/N filter, Auto shift, Shaker system, 6 disc cd player, Call : 989-839-7244 for more info and picture. " 7/14

FOR SALE very clean, stock 1993 5L two tone blue rag top, with 5 speed, pwr brakes, steering, and windows. A/C +/- 51,000 miles Fog lamps, AM/FM/CD. Price negotiable call 989-465-0224."

FOR SALE 1965 Ford Mustang hardtop, 6-cyl - 3-speed manual. Red over black, Bench Front Seat, AM Radio, needs wiper switch; ready to drive anywhere. Newer tires, brakes, distributor/tune-up. $10,500/negotiable Contact: Ken Stadler, Clio (810) 348-4005" " 6/15

Something to sell? Something you want? Email the editor ( trwelshii@charter.net ) or let him know at a meeting! Business Card advertisements (located throughout the newsletter) cost $25 per year and start during the month of the first ad and are included with car show sponsorships.

MCMM Mission Statement:To foster and promote interest in the Ford Mustang automobile; to conduct educational programs; to provide information regarding Ford Mustangs; and to support char i table and community organization prog rams and projects of interest to club members and supporters. The club is open to anyone interested the 1964-1/2 to present Mustang, regardless of vehicle ownership, and for the enjoyment in the hobby and club fellowship. Members should have enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in club activities. Participation of the family unit is not only desired, but is essential.

H o r s i n ’ A r o u n d i s published monthly as the official newsletter of the Mustang Club of Mid Michigan (MCMM). It is avai lable v ia emai l to members and friends of MCMM, and on our website. Adobe Reader required. Printed copies upon request from editor, Tom Welsh, 3860 S Towerline Rd., Bridgeport, MI 48722 2014 2014

Edited by Tom Welsh II

3860 S Towerline Rd.Bridgeport, MI 48722 trwelshii@charter.net

989-992-9244

P.O. Box 324 Frankenmuth, MI 48734

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Other Clubs MCA / M6A / SAAC-MCRHave you considered the other clubs that are available to you? Our national club, the Mustang Club of America (MCA). Go to www.mustang.org for more information. Their monthly magazine, Mustang Times, is excellent.Do you have a six in your Mustang? By all means, you should join the Mustang 6 Association. Best of all, it is free to join. Your only “requirement” is to send a photo and information on your Mustang(s). Go to www.mustang6association.org to join.Then, there is the Shelby American Automobile Club - Motor City Region. Join or get more information at www.saac-mcr.com Other area clubs include: Mustang Owners Club of Southeast Michigan: http://www.mocsem.com, West Michigan Mustang Club: www.westmichiganmustangclub.com, Capital Area Mustangs on Facebook.com/

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