AACA Election - Why Vote?

By Herb Oakes, AACA President

The current issue of Antique Automobile is the most important issue of the year. This issue introduces the membership to the nominees on the ballot for reelection or election to the AACA Board of Directors. A look at our memberships' participation in voting indicates that privilege is not taken as seriously as it should be. We have over 60,000 members that are eligible to vote; however, we only average about 10 to 12% that actually vote. Let me explain the importance of this responsibility of the membership.

Each year 7 Directors are eligible for reelection if they have not fulfilled their maximum allowable 12 years as a Director serving on the Board. To be placed on the ballot for reelection is not automatic. Each Director who is eligible for reelection has to be nominated for the ballot by the Nominating Committee. Each Director is evaluated by the Nominating Committee and is recommended for or against a place on the ballot for reelection. Once the Nominating Committee decides on the slate of Directors for reelection, it is presented to the full Board for approval. By using this process we are informing the membership that these are experienced members of the Board that we feel should continue on as Directors.

Additionally, each year the Nominating Committee also reviews potential new candidates to serve on the Board of Directors. These individuals are deemed by the committee to have made significant contributions to AACA and possess the skills necessary to govern the club. They are personally interviewed and screened by the Nominating Committee and once a slate is agreed upon, those names are presented to the full Board of Directors for approval as new nominees to the ballot.

For this year of 2012, we have 6 out of 7 incumbents running for reelection. One is retiring as he has met his term limit. The total ballot this year will be 6 incumbents and 4 new candidates. As the ballot states, each member must vote for 7 candidates. If this requirement of voting for 7 candidates is not met, the ballot will not count.

Each of us as members should carefully read the bio of each candidate before we make the important decision of voting for a candidate to serve on our Board of Directors. The election of our Board of Directors is a serious matter, and the future of AACA depends upon your participation in this process.  

Bottom line is to VOTE! VOTE! VOTE!!

Rummage Box current issue available here. 

 

RM's Digital Hershey Catalog Now Online 

Photo Copyright Simon Cray courtesy of RM Auctions

With the final countdown underway to RM Auctions' highly anticipated Hershey sale, October 11 - 12 at Hershey Lodge, AACA members are invited to view the official digital catalogue, now available online here.

Now in its sixth year, RM's Hershey sale has established a reputation for including outstanding Brass and Classic Era automobiles. A featured highlight of the AACA Eastern Regional Fall Meet, this year's event features RM's finest offering ever presented in Hershey - an outstanding roster of 120 quality collector cars joined by a selection of vintage motorcycles, two boats and an assortment of memorabilia.

Led by the famous 1931 Duesenberg Model J Dual Windshield Barrelside Phaeton, J299, one of 10 vehicles on offer from the Ray Bowersox Collection, the auction will also lift the gavel on select vehicles from the distinguished George Grew and Raymond Carr collections. Among a long list of additional private entries secured for the sale are:

* A historic 1903 Ford Model A Rear Entry Tonneau, chassis 30, heavily documented as the oldest surviving Ford sold by the Ford Motor Company (Estimate: $300,000 - $500,000);

* A handsome, award-winning 1914 Packard 1-38 Runabout, chassis 38878, one of only five known remaining examples (Estimate: $425,000 - $550,000);

* A mighty 1915 Peerless 48 HP Seven Passenger Touring, chassis 152023, the only one known to exist and in single family ownership from new (Estimate: $275,000 - $350,000);

* A cherished 1918 Chevrolet D-Series V-8 Touring, owned by the same family since new and offered for sale for the first time in 94 years (Estimate: $35,000 - $45,000, offered without reserve); and

* A series of early fire-fighting apparatuses, including a well-documented, superbly-restored 1894 Silsby Fourth Size Horse-Drawn Steam Pumper, delivered new to  Philadelphia's Engine Company 42 (Estimate: $250,000 - $350,000). 

Full day previews will be held from 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 11 and Friday, October 12 with the auction excitement getting underway from 6 p.m. ET each evening. For full event details including auction admission or to view a complete list of entries, visit rmauctions.com or call toll free 1 800 211 4371. To register to bid, click here.

Hershey Fall Meet Schedule of Events

The full brochure and details for the week are available online here. Schedule of events as follows:

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

8:30 am Flea Market Set-up

Approx. (Weather permitting)

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

7:00 am Flea Market Opens

7:00 am  Car Corral Opens

11:00-3:00 pm   Folder distribution located on Chocolate field beside Hershey Region main tent

6:00 pm AACA Night at the Museum Reception & Charity Auction

Thursday, October 11, 2012

7:00 am  Flea Market Opens

7:00 am  Car Corral Opens

10:00-12:00 pm   Judging School - Giant Center followed by CJE

11:00-3:00 pm  Folder distribution located on Chocolate field beside Hershey Region main tent

7:00 pm  Old Time Movies in the Music Box Theatre

Friday, October 12, 2012

7:00 am  Flea Market Opens

7:00 am  Car Corral Opens

11:00 am  Race Car Condition Run in Stadium (spectators welcome)

11:45 am  The Hughes High-Wheeler Event in Stadium

11:00-3:00 pm  Folder distribution located on Chocolate field beside Hershey Region main tent

2:00 pm Author - Matthew Crawford - speaking on the topic: "Bring Back Shop Class:  The Case For Actually Being Able to Do Stuff" - AACA Tent - Hockersville Road

7:00 pm  Talent Show in the Music Box Theatre

Saturday, October 13, 2012

7:00 am  Show Cars enter field (time approximate)

7:00 am  Flea Market Opens

7:00 am  Car Corral Opens

7:00-10:00 am   Registration Open on Show Field

10:00 am  Vehicle Judging Begins

11:30 am  Ladies Luncheon at the Hotel Hershey

12:00-2:00 pm  Junior Display near Show Field

6:15-7:00 pm  Social at Hershey Convention Center

7:00 pm  Awards Banquet - Hershey Convention Center

For updates and field maps go to www.hersheyaaca.org  

October 10, 2012 - Save the Date!

 

Celebrate with other enthusiasts for a fun filled night of friends and fellowship at the AACA Museum as we jump start another great meet week in Hershey!

  

This year's event will again be casual.  Stroll through the museum with your friends as you enjoy an extensive selection of car themed comfort foods and cocktails scattered throughout all levels of the Museum.  Other aspects of the evening will include live entertainment, a silent auction of unique items along with the Museum's current featured exhibits "100 Years of Chevrolet" and "Dusty Jewels:  Off Road Motorcycles of the 1970s"!

 

So, spend a relaxed evening at the Museum mingling with old friends and new.   Availability is limited, advance reservations are required at $125.00 per person and are available by calling Courtney at 717-566-7100 ext. 101 or via the website at www.NightAtTheMuseum.org.  Remember this event benefits the entire AACA Family!

 

  

Speedy's Notes

New Website Features

We recently updated the website! Same url www.aaca.org but New and Improved features including now being able to view a past issue of Antique Automobile online ! Enjoy!

AACA Credit Card!

 Members can now apply to receive an AACA Visa Card!

- No annual fee.

- $50 donation by the bank when you first use your card.

- Ongoing contributions made when you continue using the card.

- Low introductory APR on purchases and no balance transfer fees for 6 months.

- Enhance Visa Platinum benefits, including 24/7 Emergency Customer Service.

- Earn points at hundreds of participating online retailers.

- Choose one of the four created cards or upload your own vehicle.

- Show off your very own car on the front of card.

Visit the website to apply and learn more about the AACA Credit Card.