today I get a phone call, now my car is on the way to the L.A. Auto show
 

will wonders never cease, I get a phone call this afternoon and the question is, would you like your 67S displayed at the L.A. Auto show, and I'm thinking someone pinch me. it's kind of amazing how fast everything happens, next thing I know the trucks on the way and their calling me for details on the car. Gee I guess this year I'm really going to have fun at the auto show.


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And you're sure that's not a really clever way to trick you out of your car?

Ever watch Overhaulin' on Speed Network? Hmm.

No, that's the Pimp My Ride truck and crew.

But seriously, that's an honor.

Hey Jack, I represent Porsche North America and I want your car to be shown in Chicago Auto Show. A truck is on the way, please leave all keys and reciepts in the car as well as a signed title.

Thanks,

Matthew
Porsche North America

very cool sam

don't worry guy's I know the people very well that called, anyway here's a couple of shots that Randy Wells took at German Autofest.

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I will be there, what booth/who is showing the car??

PCNA = Porsche Cars North America

Sam,
Let's hope they take detours around railroad crossings. :)

How many models will be showing your car?

Sherwood

I am attending Media Days there tomorrow. I will take a pic and post it!

Congrats Sam, that is very cool. Your car is up to the honor too.

I have a funny feeling it won't be the center of attention, but hey I'm just happy their putting it on display.

Congrat's! Find out if they want a nice 911 SC ;)

I've never seen a pic of your car until now, and let me say, it is downright awesome. Its the first Pelican member's car I have seen with that early finish on the Fuchs, which I love. I plan to finish the fuchs on my early car that way, when I buy one.

Jim Alton's car was there last year - good bragging rights. Terry called you, right?

-Wayne

Why your car? It's just one of the best looking 67'S "S" you will see that is actually driven.

Sam, a very hearty congratulations, my friend! Wish I could be there to see.

Have a blast!!

Very nice. Congrats. Must post pics (more of car for me; of models for guys :D).

Bravo, Sam!

ok now i will have to be stopping by the auto show for sure.
congratulations Sam! i also enjoyed your car at GAF and on the board of course.....try not to hurt your face grinning so much the next few days. :D

Cool Sam,
What are you going to do if some rich guy says, " I want it " :D

Very cool, Sam.

Car looks great. Hope you take copious amounts of pics and video at the show.

Just curious are those the original wheels...or finish?

the 67S was the first car that came with Fuchs wheels, they were 15x4.5's and the tires are 165x15's also they were not painted like the 68 -73 fuchs, only the small area by the lug nuts were painted black, as the tires are so skinny on the 4.5's I've been running 5.5's with 195x55's I was thinking of switching them but they didn't give me enough time and it's been raining here all week so it went with the 5.5's

Congrats sam - I was honored when they displayed my car along with the roll out of the 997 at a local dealership but the LA Auto Show is a whole different level!

mine of the little ole dealer showroom -
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Take lots of pictures Sam...

Do you and all your friends get into the auto show free now? :D
Congrats Sam.
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Christian:D

Wow, what an honor! Congrats!!!

I always go the show, but now have a "personal" reason...to ooogle at a fellow member's car. :D

BTW, your car really IS stunning!

Edward

Sam, congrats! Your car is receiving the recognition it is due.

But, it just doesn't look the same without the tongue and eyes. Maybe those can be airbrushed when the car gets there. ;-)

On the way they are going to stop at Mike Z's house for some custom detailing.
I think that car will look great in flat black and bolted on flares and the top cut off ;)

Sam,

That's awesome. I will be at the autoshow on Saturday with some friends from work.

Chris

Here's Jim Alton's '65 from last year. Sam, your car is in good company. Excellent gig.

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Sherwood

I'm hoping it's roped off or on some display where the general public idiots can't get to it.

Last year at the Detroit show I was looking over the lastest Porsche had to offer (walk right up - not roped off, but locked) and some numb-nut was literally sitting on the fender of the $130K 996 Turbo - plastic brochure bag swinging down the side of the paint - while he rested his weary feet. I don't recall any vintage Porsche's at the PCNA Detroit display though ...

Thanks for all the kind words guys, I talked to the people at the show today and they are very happy with the car and I can't wait to go see it on display.:D :D :D

Are they giving you a Carrera GT as a loaner untill you get your car back?

Your car!

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Wow. You're living the dream. Congrats!

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That is so great! Congrats!

WAY cool! Any Pelicanites want to meet up at the show? Sundays work best for me...

Emission, thanks for the pictures, how did you like the overall Porsche display, it looks a lot brighter then it's been in the past ?

Sam, your 67 is looking right at home among those high priced newbies.....kinda like a grandpa says "these are my boys" congrats