August - September, 2012 www.kcmbca.org
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Presidents Message
Election Ballot
by Jeff Klepac
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Up Next: Pit-Stop Time to Re-Fuel and Change Drivers
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Presidents Message 1
When we toured the Armacost Auto Museum in June, I asked Mark to snap a photo of me standing by this restored gas pump. You probably can’t see the price per gallon, but it’s 24.9 cents. Coincidently, I worked at a Mobil station years ago and sold for that very price. My, how Combat Air Museum 2 gasoline times have changed – and that’s the An Evening with Uplift 2 message for this newsletter.
Feature Articles
KC Trends Featured 3 Butler’s C&D Body 3 Rick Siefert “57 190SL 3 KH Automotive Event 9 The Star Issues Avail. 9
Similar to the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans, where, at scheduled intervals, a relief driver climbs behind the steering wheel to continue the race, our annual elections allow new officers and board members a chance to implement fresh Miscellaneous ideas. On the last couple pages of this Rants, Raves and newsletter you’ll find your official ballot. There are two ways to cast your vote, Ramblings either by return mail or in person at How to Join MBCA 5 the September 1st breakfast meeting. Officers and Board 5 So, please cast your vote and help us Loyalty Rewards Program 7 maintain the Kansas City Section as of the most active sections in the Logo Shop 7 one Mercedes-Benz Club of America.
Club Store Discount 7 Uplift 7 NTB Discount 7 Tire Rack Rebate 7 Advance Auto Rebate 7 Request from NBO 7 New Members 9
Coming Up June - September Spaßnacht Dates 5 Calendar 9
Jeff will cheerfully wash your windows, check your oil, air up your tires and fill your tank with Skelly gasoline. All for less than five bucks! Photo by Mark Moody
Before I close, let me reflect briefly on the last two years. From being named ‘Section of the Year’ for 2009, to placing 2nd in MBCA’s ‘Hang on to Homer’, (a membership renewal) contest, to celebrating the Kansas City Section’s 40th Anniversary, I wanted to thank each of you for allowing me the opportunity to act as your President. I am honored to have served in this capacity, along with past KC Section Presidents (and those to come) who place a high interest in enriching your club membership. ‘More than a Car | We’re a Community’.
Life is a Journey – Enjoy the Ride…
Best regards, Jeff Klepac President | Mercedes-Benz Club of America | Kansas City Section
This beautiful, classic Studebaker from the late ‘20’s or early ‘30’s is on display at the Armacost Museum. Photo by Jeff Klepac