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Archive for the 'Chevrolet' tag
Hemmings Find of the Day – 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
At the time this was written there were 420 Corvettes listed for sale by private owners on Hemmings.com. But let's say you only have between $5,000 – $10,000 to spend. Your prospects would've narrowed to 13 'Vettes and, not surprisingly, seven of those were 1984-1996 C4s. (The other six for sale were C3s). The C4 is the bang-for-the-buck leader in the Corvette world. The early editions have an unforgiving ride and rattled plenty as they aged. There was also that much unloved digital instrument cluster (which seems kind of quaint today) and corresponding plasticky interior. And then of course there's the lack of any manual transmission other than the Doug Nash 4+3, which can be a pain to deal with today when it acts up. But a fresh C4 can pull almost 1g on the skid pad, the 350 engine has endless performance potential and because these cars are so cheap today, you can have a lot of guilt-free fun with one at track days, autocrosses, drag strip street nights and still park it at the mall without worry. Of the elite seven low-buck C4s found on Hemmings.com recently, I would like to draw your attention to this silver 1987 Chevrolet Corvette convertible, owned by the same family since 1991 and currently in search of its third caretaker. The '87 Corvette is among the best of the early C4s because it was the first year for the roller cam and a revised exhaust that boosted the horsepower by 10 to 240hp and it received some suspension tweaks to make the ride less punishing. This one in particular is attractive because it has been driven just 41,000 miles, the seller claims to have a full set of maintenance records and the buyer won't need to put tires on it anytime soon. A nice deal at just under $10,000 for a car that probably stickered for around $35,000 new. From the sellers description:
1987 Corvette convertible with 41k documented miles. Automatic, silver, gray leather sport seats, original black cloth top in near perfect condition. Only two owners and loved by the same family since '91; always garaged, pampered and with a clean chassis that's only driven in fair weather. Options include: Ice cold Electronic AC; Cruise; Bose; PDL; Vanity Mirrors; Heated Mirrors; Oil Cooler; HD Radiator; Boost Fan. Mirror like, show quality paint with no scratches, chips or orange peel. New tires and brakes; well maintained, needs nothing. Extensive records including 25 years of receipts, books, manuals, brochures, driver's log, owner's manual, window sticker and bill of sale. Drives awesome.
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Hemmings Find of the Day – 1956 Chevrolet 3100
Believe it or not, there was a time when every light truck built didn't have four-wheel drive. In the days following World War II, General Motors didn't even offer a factory built four-wheel-drive light truck. Instead GM relied on a small vendor called NAPCO or Northwestern Auto Parts Company to give its trucks the all-road and off-road capability needed to compete with the likes of Willys products and Dodge Power Wagons. Studebaker also used NAPCO conversions as did Ford. NAPCO's ingenious Powr-Pak 4 x 4 conversion allowed a mechanic to transform a two-wheel-drive GM truck into a four-wheel-drive in just a few hours with no welding and minimal cutting needed. The front drive axle in the kit was fitted with tubes modified for constant velocity joints thus allowing the wheels to steer. The transfer case was a divorced unit, driven via a shaft off the transmission. NAPCO conversions date at least as far back as the Advance Design series light trucks, but prior to 1955, only one ton and three-quarter ton GM light trucks could be converted. GM's 1947-1955 half-ton trucks used a torque-tube style driveshaft that wasn't easily adapted to a transfer case. Once the torque tube was eliminated in the second-series 1955 trucks, it was possible to use NAPCO conversion kits on half-tons. NAPCO conversions were originally performed by Chevrolet dealers or NAPCO franchises. Starting in 1957, Powr Pak 4×4 was offered as a factory installed option on Chevrolets while GMC offered it from the factory in 1956. This continued until the introduction of the redesigned 1960 trucks when GM used its own four-wheel-drive system on light trucks. On GM factory-built NAPCO 4x4s, you won't find any NAPCO badges on the exterior. However, you should find NAPCO cast into the front axle. This NAPCO-converted 1956 Chevrolet 3100 for sale on Hemmings.com is an shining example of the breed, restored, it appears to concours condition. From the seller's description:
1/2 Ton Shortbed Big Back Window with the extremely rare Napco 4-wheel drive. The truck went through a 100 percent complete frame-off restoration. All original drivetrain was rebuilt. Has deluxe heater, original radio, day/night mirror, 16″ Rims.
Location: scottsdale, Arizona
Status: Available
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Hemmings Find of the Day – 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 396
Finding examples of Chevy's economy car turned muscle machine from the 1968-'72 era on offer is never difficult, though the Nova's popularity has meant that even the model that was once the budget buy of Chevy's performance lineup is no longer cheap. This 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 396 for sale on Hemmings.com is particularly interesting as it features Chevy's top-of-the-range 396: The L78, rated at 375 hp thanks to its use of an aggressive solid-lifter camshaft, rectangle-port cylinder heads, aluminum "high-rise" style intake manifold and a Holley four-barrel. The engine was available in the Chevelle and Camaro as well, but was sort of off the radar, requiring that the buyer know of its existence and that the dealer was willing to place the order. This one claims to be all numbers matching, and actually resides in the Connecticut town where it was purchased new. The seller says he knows the original owner and has information on the car's history. It's being presented as a mostly original car, with one repaint and typical maintenance work, and its vintage white-letter tires and slapper bars give it a touch of a period "Day 2″ vibe. Unfortunately, some of the photos in the listing are on the small side, making it difficult to spot details, but this sounds like one worth looking into. From the seller's description:
high output 396ci 375hp solid lifter motor in excellent condition. This Nova is genuine SS car and a numbers match from engine to differential. It is one of the few original survivors that was slightly touched up and given a fresh new paint job. This Nova is a 0 rust car. Power front disk drum rear brakes. It has a black interior and black vinyl top. The names of people that owned this Nova will be given to buyer.
A Little history: The original owner was known to me, and purchased the Nova on special order from Zales Chevrolet in Torrington CT. He owned the Nova for a couple of years then sold it. Most of the Nova's life was spent in climate controlled storage.
Location: Torrington, Connecticut
Status: Available
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Hemmings Find of the Day – 1959 Chevrolet Impala
You've seen this 1959 Chevrolet Impala four-door sedan for sale on Hemmings.com before. It might look a little cleaner than when it sold for $14,500 at the Lambrecht Chevrolet auction last year and got all sorts of media attention due to the fact that it has just 2.2 miles on the odometer, but it's the same car, as we see from the odometer shot and the loads of documentation with it. While it might have been detailed and mechanically refurbished, though, it remains unrestored, its blemishes a testament to its 50-plus years in Pierce, Nebraska. From the seller's description:
2.2 original miles. Believed to be the lowest mileage, original, documented '59 Impala known. This unique and historic automobile is being offered for sale in its original and unrestored condition. The car has never been registered or driven on the street. It was built in Kansas City, MO and delivered to Lambrecht Chev Co. of Pierce, NE on August 21, 1959, where it was added to the new car inventory for that model year. The car did not sell. And as is well publicized thanks to the Lambrecht Chev Auction last fall, Ray Lambrecht put this unsold new car in storage when the next year models came out. This car was stored on dealership property for 54 years without ever being sold! It is a fascinating story and well documented thanks to extensive media coverage.
This car is finished in its factory original Gothic Gold/Satin Beige two-tone paint. It sports the Copper interior trim package. Optional equipment and accessories include the following; 283 CI V8 engine, PowerGlide auto trans, Deluxe Heater, Wheel Discs, Oil Filter, Two Speed Wiper, EZ Glass and 750X14 4Ply WSW Tires. The list price on the car's window sticker is $3,218.45. The factory invoice shows a dealer cost of $2,485.33.
The car has been detailed and refurbished to the condition you see in the pictures. It has been returned to 100 percent mechanically operational condition and purrs like a kitten when started. The car is not perfect. Fifty four years of sitting, many of those outside has left portions of the exterior and interior damaged due to prolonged exposure to the elements.
Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
Status: No Longer Available
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Cosmic provenance: the resurrection of Carl Sagan's Corvair Spyder
[Editor's Note: Reader Gary Swiatowy recently wrote up the below article on the restoration of a 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Spyder that Carl Sagan once owned for the July/August issue of the Corvair Society of America's Corsa Communique and thought we'd be interested in it as well.]
Provenance (from the French provenir, "to come from"), is the chronology of the ownership, custody or location of a historical object. The term was originally used in relation to works of art, but is now used in similar senses in a wide range of applications, including archaeology, paleontology, archives, manuscripts, printed books, and science and computing. The primary purpose of tracing the provenance of an object is to provide evidence for its original production or discovery, by establishing, as far as practicable, its history, especially the sequences of its formal ownership.
Provenance also can apply to the ownership of an automobile. Does the fact a certain car was once owned by a person of notoriety place a significant value on the vehicle above and beyond what is commonly referred to as "book" value? Astronauts John Glen and "Buzz" Aldrin owned Corvairs. So did Priscilla Presley and Muhammad Ali. And more recently comedians Tim Allen and Jay Leno are Corvair owners. But the reason for this article is the 1964 Corvair Spyder once owned by Carl Sagan.
Carl Edward Sagan (November 9, 1934 – December 20, 1996) was an American astronomer, astrophysicist, cosmologist, author, science popularizer and science communicator in astronomy and natural sciences. He published more than 600 scientific papers and articles and was author, co-author or editor of more than 20 books. He advocated scientifically skeptical inquiry and the scientific method, pioneered exobiology and promoted the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence.
As restorer of this car, Dennis Dorogi said: "I agree with others that it is significant that one of the most creative and important scientists of the 20th century chose one of the most innovative and creatively engineered vehicles of that era to drive. Maybe he just thought it would be a fun vehicle as he chose it over many other autos."
Think about it. Most Corvair owners would agree, the most sought after factory-produced Corvair would be the 1964 Spyder in convertible form. This would be a candidate to go that "extra mile" in purchase price or restoration effort. The fact that it was previously owned by a person of notoriety just adds icing on the cake.
Who is Dennis Dorogi? This from the Chautauqua County Council for the Arts when Dennis was honored for outstanding achievement as an individual artist: "Dennis Dorogi is an artist, luthier and sculptor in Chautauqua County. Dennis's beautifully crafted fretted, or plucked, dulcimers reflect the cultural heritage of the Northeastern Great Lakes. His fretted dulcimers are a combination of historic design and contemporary interpretation. Dorogi dulcimers can be found throughout the United States. In the world of folk and traditional music it is prestigious to own a Dorogi Dulcimer from Chautauqua County."
Dennis is also an automobile hobbyist and has brought his talents, patience and perseverance to the restoration of many cars over the years. The same skills and attention to detail he used in his musical instruments can be found in his restoration efforts. At the 2006 CORSA Convention in Buffalo, Dennis's 63 Rampside scored more than 98 points in the concours, to achieve senior division accolades the first time showed in a CORSA event. It was also the second-highest scored vehicle in Buffalo at that convention. The Rampside has also done well at various car shows in the Western New York area where it has received many first place and best of show awards. Interestingly, Dennis's work area for restoration is an 11-foot-by-22-foot garage attached to his main 32-foot-by-40-foot workshop. Tight quarters for sure, but Dennis mentions the worst part is the acoustics, as it is walled with sheet rock and the sound of power tools requires hearing protection.
Dennis, his wife, Ruth, and his family (four sons and a daughter), owned many Corvairs over the years. Some driven until used up, and some painstakingly restored or preserved. Dennis's introduction to the Corvair came when he was interested in restoring a late convertible a neighbor had tucked away, and his wife made the purchase for him.
Finding the Car.
Dennis's son, Mark, was attending Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, in 1984. His daily driven vehicle was a 1966 Corsa convertible. And as Mark found out, when you drive a Corvair, there are always people giving you leads on another one. In Mark's words:
A plumber working on a nearby apartment admired my car and said "Mrs. Ku has one of those, has for eight or 10 years. She's on sabbatical now." The hunt was on. According to the phone book, the Kus lived at 330 The Parkway in Ithaca. Dr. Ku is professor of Electrical Engineering at Cornell, while Ms. Ku works at the Chinese library at Olin library at Cornell. I found The Parkway and finally found the house – unlived in for over a year. Sure enough, almost invisible from the road, there sat a beasty old Corvair. It looked like maybe a typical rusted-out hulk, but upon closer inspection it proved to be a Spyder convertible, 1964. The top was totally gone, and water was going straight into the car, hence the floor was literally gone – rusted out into oblivion. The front end had sustained a moderate collision, with the hood slightly bent. The front bumper had not been hit. The outside has no rust holes and only minor rust spots! All four tires are flat, so the car is literally on the ground, and it is hard to tell how badly the underneath is rusted. The front compartment looks OK – there is one line of rust holes in the bottom. The dash shows 33,000 miles – power top – AM/FM radio – tinted windshield. The car is maroon-purple with a black interior. The seats are likely shot from the moisture. Last licensed in 1972 – NY plates. Doors look pretty good – some scrapes on passenger side. All wheel well chrome is there, as is the chrome under the doors. Monza hubcaps 150 Turbo engine, all intact, turns over with a wrench and looks pretty good. Chrome fuel lines, etc, all dirty and full of pine needles and leaves but still looks good. Chrome muffler tip rusted off and lying on the ground. Engine lid has a good dent in it. In short, a restorable car, very restorable."
After several attempts of getting in contact with the Kus, Mark finally found them and negotiated a price from them. Mark asked if they remembered who they got the car from, their reply: "Carl Sagan." This is the first Mark knew he had found a "celebrity" car. The Spyder was transported back to Dennis's home, a distance of over 200 miles. Surprisingly, after sitting since around 1972, with a jury-rigged can of gas, some messing with the points and timing, the car started right up, and sounded good! Dennis pried open the glove box to reveal several documents and personal papers belonging to Carl Sagan, including the original owner protection plan listing Carl Sagan of Cambridge, Massachusetts, as the owner. (Sagan was assistant professor at Harvard from 1962 to 1967; he joined the Cornell faculty in 1968.) There was also a wedding invitation, doctor's bills, service records from Luby Chevrolet in Boston and several other items, all badly mouse stained and aged, but documentation of ownership.
The final item to solidify Carl Sagan's link to the Spyder comes from the book Life of Carl Sagan by a writer named William Poundstone.
Sagan now tooled around town in a Corvair Monza Spyder convertible with turbo-charged engine. "It flew," one student remembered. This allowed him to make the most of Ithaca's blend of natural splendor, small town living, and first-rate intellectual company.
The Spyder sat beside the house in Ithaca from 1972 to 1984. After being transported to western New York, it sat behind the Dorogi home from 1984 to 2009. Dennis built a platform over the car to help protect it from the snow, and it sat on blocks awaiting the possible restoration… someday.
The topic had come up for discussion on Virtual Vairs and Corvair Center over the years, as to if the car was "worth" restoring. A celebrity car, a car needing massive restoration, is it worth the time, effort, and expense? Many have commented and followed the discussion and the pictures during the restoration, and finally the car had to come inside in 2009, just to get some work done to it. Maybe use some of the NOS panels, and restore some of the small parts that will fit into the sandblasting cabinet. Just do a bit here and there. Dennis's health was not so good, and he did not know how much he could accomplish, and how much longer his body would hold out. If you look at some of the early pictures of the restoration, you can imagine how intimidating this can be. Where do you start? Dennis's son Mark thought doing some, or any work on the car would be great therapy for his dad, even if the car would not be completed, it would be moving forward, and keep Dennis busy.
Dennis had been sending me photos from the beginning, which I have used in the Niagara Frontier Corvair Club's newsletter. (Dennis is a longtime member). The photos now reside on Flickr, where you will find hundreds of photos of this restoration. I was one of the many who followed the progress and was amazed how this five-year journey progressed, some of the difficulties, and the search and chase for parts, the creation of replacement pieces out of metal for sections of the car that could not be bought.
There were decisions to be made. Use an original emergency brake lever because it was the original one, or use one not pitted that would appear nicer? Use the German AM/FM radio that was in the car when Mark purchased it – it must have been installed by Sagan – or go back to original? (It has the German radio still). How about the fact the car had 1963 tail lights instead of the correct 1964 ones? They must have been replaced at one time. Dennis went with 1964 tail lights.
Looking back on my photo archives, several items come to mind. First, Dennis built a rotisserie for the car, so it could be turned to any angle, even upside down to work on it. He also had the car in pieces like a jigsaw puzzle, cutting out bad rotted metal and replacing it with donor pieces, or replacement pieces he fabricated himself. He needed seat belt anchors as the originals were long gone (probably still on the ground where the car resided in Ithaca), so Dennis used photographs for a pattern and created his own. The car was structurally in bad shape, many of the unibody frame rails had to be patched or re-created. Components like the heater boxes were built from scratch. To do restoration like this requires talent and imagination. I myself have looked at rotted and decayed parts and had no idea how to even start making or rebuilding a replacement, and as Carl Sagan said: "Imagination will often carry us to worlds that never were, but without it we go nowhere."
Dennis has added some comments:
The reason I took so long to get around to restoring the Sagan Spyder – we have five children and most drove Corvairs. Before I could do the Spyder, I had to finish our other son's 1965 coupe, a 1963 Rampside, and my 1965 convertible, 1965 four door, and the family 1965 Buick Skylark.
Meanwhile, the rusty Sagan Spyder sat behind my shop as I had my doubts about restoring it. It was in bad shape. I am now 79, but I have had prostate cancer since 2005 and had a heart attack in 2008. I was discouraged, so my sons suggested I restore the Sagan Spyder. The stored Rampside was moved out of my shop in 2009, and the Spyder replaced it. The restoration began and continued until this year.
I do my own body work and paint and usually the mechanical work, but to speed things up my son Mark (owner of the car) had Ken Hand do the difficult engine and turbo rebuild.
It is again a smooth-running car and looks the same as when Carl Sagan drove it. About 50 percent of the original car remains – most of the exterior body and interior has been replaced along with the floors and outer rockers.
It was an extensive project but not practical financially. At least a few more people know that Sagan drove a 1964 Corvair Spyder Convertible.
I wonder what Sagan himself would say about the probability of his car to survive all these years? Why didn't the Kus dispose of it instead of keeping it for the right buyer to come along? What are the odds of it being found by a Corvair enthusiast who was in the right place at the right time and who heard about it from the right person and who would "save" it instead of taking the drivetrain and scrapping the rest? A person who would be persistent enough to follow through with phone calls and tracking down the owners and negotiating instead of giving up? A family who would make the effort to transport it home and store it for all those years? And that it would be placed into the hands of possibly the one person in the universe who would take the time, and would have the talent, skills, knowledge and perseverance to restore it to the condition it is in today? And also, a man who had the vision to see the car as significant, and what it could be, not as a rusted out hulk having no potential? The stars had to line up perfectly for this to happen. If Carl Sagan were still with us, I'm sure he would have something profound to say about this series of events.
I have done a couple photo shoots myself of this car and have tried to capture as many of the details as possible. Every time I see the car, I find it to be visually stunning and certainly many levels above what the factory built so many years ago. I have been involved with a couple of rotisserie restorations myself, and mine pale in comparison to what Dennis has accomplished here. I have replaced floor pans and body panels with reproduction items, but could not begin to fabricate my own panels, let alone the intricate boxed sections and structural components as Dennis has on this car. This car is a work of art, a restoration achievement that few could achieve.
Hemmings Find of the Day – 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
We're glad the seller of this 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 listed on Hemmings.com included photos of the engine bay and undercarriage. Without them, it would just look like another clean, striped, split-bumper Z, but with them, we can see that the restoration of the car really got down to the nitty gritty, to the point where it looks like a brand-new car top and bottom. Add in the desirable LT1/four-speed drivetrain, and this Z28 looks more than ready to get some miles under its tires. From the seller's description:
Assembled at GM"s Van Nuys facility in May of 1970, this Z/28 R/S has received a complete nut and bolt restoration. Finished in its correct code 67 Classic Copper paint with code 10 Classic White stripes, matched with correct code 730 Sandalwood knit vinyl interior this is one of the best looking Z's you can find. The period correct LT1 engine, Muncie 4-speed trans, and 3.73 geared 12 bolt rear diff. have been rebuilt and restored to exacting standards.
Options include: J50 power brakes, U63 A/M radio, AS1 standard front harnesses, A02 tinted windshield, A51 strato-bucket seats, B80 drip moldings, B83 rocker panel moldings, C24 depressed windshield wipers, D35 sport mirrors with left hand remote, D80 rear decklid spoiler, F41 special performance suspension, GY4 3.73 axle ratio, G80 posi-traction rear end, M20 4-speed trans, N10 dual exhaust, PM7 F60-15 white letter tires, T93 special tail lamps, U14 special instrumentation includes Z/28 specific 8,000 rpm tach and 150-mph speedo, U76 windshield antenna, Z22 rally sport package, Z28 special engine
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From the Archives: Chevrolet Camaro Caribe concept
When the Camaro came out in 1967, some concepts were released at the same time to accompany the new model at the auto shows. The Waikiki Woodie concept and the Cherokee were the more popular versions, but often lost in the shuffle was the Caribe, which asks the question, show car or show truck? The Caribe was built on the Camaro platform and was used in 1968-1969 on the auto show circuit. Similar to Evel Knievel's Cadillac we featured a few weeks ago, the Caribe featured a built-in pickup bed with the addition of a roll bar behind the seats. The body panels and sheetmetal appear to be like those of the Camaro, with specialized wheels, tires and hood to complete the concept. Had this car made the production phase, a top of some sort would have most likely been designed. Not sure how the target audience of the Camaro and El Camino fans reacted to the Caribe, but it likely turned some heads during the show season.
Regretfully, this is the only picture we have of this car, and the tag for the issue it appeared in has been lost. We will no doubt stumble upon it when we go through an old issue of Hemmings, and when that day comes, we will update you on why it was in Hemmings Motor News.
"What Stops Them" sings the praises of cable-controlled brakes
A Chevrolet engineer tests brake system components. Still image from video.
Hydraulic brakes have been a staple of automotive design almost since their 1921 debut on the Duesenberg Model A, but that's not to say that all automakers were quick to embrace such cutting-edge technology. As this Jam Handy production shows, Chevrolet was singing the praises of cable-operated mechanical brakes as late as 1935, reassuring a skeptical public that swept area, not actuation type, was most important to braking effectiveness.
What Stops Them was likely produced for dealerships to counter sales arguments such as "Dodge (or one of a dozen other automakers) uses hydraulic brakes; aren't they better?" The film goes to great lengths to explain the science behind Chevrolet's brake system development, and viewers are reassured (repeatedly) that Chevrolet's brake drums are both wide and of a large diameter, and even cast from steel specially developed for its heat resistance. In all, it's a relatively effective argument, and consumers are left with little doubt that Chevrolet's mechanical brakes are safe and reliable, especially when compared to wagon chains once used to skid a vehicle to a stop.
The simplicity of cable-actuated brakes, illustrated. Still image from video.
Absent, of course, are braking comparisons against vehicles with hydraulic systems, and Chevrolet would only defend this cable-is-better argument until the 1936 model year, when it too embraced hydraulic brakes on its passenger cars. By then, Ford was one of the few cable system holdouts, but the blue oval brand would begin fitting hydraulic braking systems (manufactured by Lockheed) to its passenger cars for the 1939 model year.
This short video is a great look into the the distant automotive past, but it's also a reminder that what's in the best interest of automakers isn't always in the best interest of consumers. Caveat emptor.
Four years after auctioning off collection, Chevrolet dealer Bob McDorman opens museum
Photos courtesy Bob McDorman Automotive Museum.
After Chevrolet dealer and longtime Corvette collector Bob McDorman sold off 160 cars from his collection at auction four years ago, the idea of opening a museum almost seemed out of the question – what would he fill it with, after all? Yet this past weekend he threw open the doors of the Bob McDorman Automotive Museum to the public, and said he has as many cars as he can fit in it.
"I wanted to have it ready for my retirement from the dealership," McDorman said of the museum that he announced two years ago at his induction into the Corvette Hall of Fame. "I've got about 14 months until my 50th anniversary as a dealer, and then I'll be done at the dealership after that."
McDorman, 82, said he's been collecting cars since before he bought the dealership in 1965 and moved it to its current location in 1968. He also sold a number of collector cars at auction – once in 2005 and again in 2007 – before the headline-making all-no-reserve 2010 sale of cars, parts, and automobilia that netted $7 million, which he said was necessary to keep the dealership running. In 2011 he sold a majority of his dealership, though he plans to keep a 15 percent stake through 2015.
The new museum, located in downtown Canal Winchester, Ohio, has enough space for about 50 cars, McDorman said, and while visitors at the grand opening on Friday saw 38, McDorman said he has another dozen to fill it. The museum isn't just Corvettes, either, with an assortment of Chevrolet cars and trucks and other GM vehicles inside, including cars as old as a 1936 Chevrolet coupe with dual sidemounts and as new as the sixth-generation Corvette. Perhaps the highlight of the museum is McDorman's 1953 GM trifects – a Cadillac Eldorado, a Buick Skylark, and an Oldsmobile Fiesta – accompanied by a 1953 Corvette.
McDorman said the museum is not a non-profit museum, but he hopes only that he can get his expenses out of it and maybe turn a little profit. He told the Canal Winchester Times that he plans to keep a few cars on consignment in the collection. "If I sell anything out of my collection, it'll be so I can buy something of the same year but rarer," he said.
Along with his nomination to the Bloomington Gold Great Hall in 2010, McDorman was selected for the Corvette Hall of Fame in 2012. As noted in his biography for the latter, McDorman had accumulated and sold off Corvette collections three times in his life, showing his persistence when it comes to building such collections.
For more information on the museum, which McDorman plans to keep open Wednesdays through Saturdays, visit Facebook.com/BobMcDormanMuseum.
Hemmings Find of the Day – 1983 Chevrolet S-10 Durango
I have a theory about collector vehicles: Northerners and Rust Belters are the real vanguard of the hobby, driving what we consider collectible. And I don't just say that because we at Hemmings are among that group. Rather, we tend to appreciate vehicles like this unmodified and rust-free 1983 Chevrolet S-10 Durango for sale on Hemmings.com more than other parts of the country, simply because we don't see them plying our roads anymore (at least not without rust holes you can stick your head through), and absence makes the heart grow fonder. Or maybe that's all because I learned how to drive in an S-10 and give every one a second glance as it passes. From the seller's description:
Long-bed, Original owner, never saw winter roads (only driven during the summer/garaged during the winters), original condition(paint & interior & engine)/no modifications or repairs. No rust or repairs required. Starts easy and drives well. Have taken to a couple of local shows with very favorable comments. Only 58,900 miles, 2.0L engine, automatic transmission, AM/FM radio, air conditioned(needs to be recharged), new brakes.
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Friday, May 9
Philadelphia at Pittsburgh (7:30 p.m. EDT). The Flyers, who had the worst record in the NHL last season, are trying to get back to the Stanley Cup finals for the first time since 1997.
NHL-leading Detroit opened the Western Conference finals with a convincing 4-1 win over Dallas on Thursday night. The Red Wings are 3-0 in three postseason matchups against the Stars, most recently winning the 1998 conference finals en route to hoisting the Stanley Cup for a second straight year.
Dallas goalie Marty Turco fell to 0-8-2 in his NHL career at Detroit after falling to the Red Wings 4-1 in the opener of the Western Conference finals on Thursday night. As a college netminder for Michigan, Turco was 18-5 at Joe Louis Arena.
Detroit's Johan Franzen scored his 12th goal in 11 playoff games this postseason, helping the Red Wings beat Dallas 4-1 in the opener of the Western Conference finals. He is the first player to score that many goals in two years.
Philadelphia defenseman Kimmo Timonen will likely miss the Eastern Conference finals against Pittsburgh because of a blood clot in his left ankle. Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren said Timonen was hit by a shot by Montreal's Andrei Markov late in Game 4 of Philadelphia's second-round victory over the Canadiens. Timonen said the doctor told him if the clot improves in the next two weeks, there would be a small chance he could play again this season.
Swedish prospect Fabian Brunnstrom agreed to sign with Dallas on Thursday. The 23-year-old forward starred in the Swedish Elite League last season and was regarded as one of the top free agents available. Detroit, which is playing Dallas in the Western Conference finals, was also in the running for Brunnstrom.
Former Buffalo enforcer Rob Ray is suing the NHL Players' Association for a second time over money owed him during the NHL lockout, accusing the union of deceiving him into settling his initial suit two years ago. Ray is seeking $2 million in punitive damages and back pay in a suit filed in State Supreme Court in Buffalo in January.
``I'm not worried about how the Red Wings played. I'm worried about how we played.'' - Dallas coach Dave Tippett after the Stars lost the opener of the Western Conference finals 4-1 to Detroit on Thursday night.

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Creator Owned Expo Returns August 9th
January 21, 2014 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Video Games, Webcomics
Creator Owned Expo is designed to encourage Literacy, Artistic Creativity, innovations in Technology, and Social Interest in the sciences through Art, Sequential Art, Science fiction, Fantasy, Novels, Creative Nonfiction, Folklore, Historical Fiction, Mythology and other related genres.
This event promotes Independence in the areas of creative media, comics, art, crafts, animation, and self-published literature. We are a close knit ecosystem, a community built to encourage communication between the creators and the audience.
Ultimately,"this event is about comic creators, publishers, writers, film makers and creators in general and the fans who love them." We need dedicated fans like you to help us get the word out about this wonder event. The event will feature educational panels, raffles, gifts, prizes, an artist exhibit area, and contest.
6650 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33309
Saturday August 9th, 2014
11:00 am – 7:00Pm
FX Show Returns this weekend!
November 14, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
After being absent from the convention circuit the FX Show Returns this weekend, November 15-17 at the Doubletree Sea World.
Convention Scene News Editor Joe Fauvel will be in attendance in Creator Alley.
The show also gets some local press in the Orlando Sentinel. Read the article HERE!
For all info on the show check out their website at http://www.fxshow.com
Florida SuperCon brings in Uhura
October 24, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
NICHELLE NICHOLS (Uhura in Star Trek) has just been addded to the guest list for Florida Supercon 2014 at our "NEW LOCATION" The Miami Beach Convention Center July 3-6, 2014!
Nichelle Nichols is an actress, singer and voice artist, best known for her role as Uhura in Star Trek, a role that she portrayed for over 40 years in the original Star Trek television series, the Star Trek animated series and the Star Trek film series. Prior to her acting career, Nichelle sang with Duke Ellington and Lionel Hampton. Some of her other notable television, animation and film roles include: Heroes (Nana Dawson), Futurama (as herself in two episodes), Gargoyles: The Animated Series (Diane Maza), Batman: The Animated Series (Thoth-Kopeira), The Simpsons (as herself), Snow Dogs, Truck Turner (opposite Issac Hayes), Lady Magdalene's, The Torturer, and The Cabonauts (CJ).
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Dark Horse Booth Schedule for NYCC 2013
October 3, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Horror, Manga, Movies, New York, New York Comic Con, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Television, Top Stories, Video Games, Webcomics
Press Release:
It's here! New York Comic-Con 2013 is upon us, and Dark Horse Comics is delivering a full slate of signings from your favorite creators!
3:30 p.m. ELFQUEST: Richard and Wendy Pini
5:00 p.m. HALO: Frank O'Connor, Christopher Schlerf
6:00 p.m. MASS EFFECT: Mac Walters
7:00 p.m. EVE ONLINE: B. Börkur Eiríksson
8:00 p.m. Tommy Lee Edwards: Project TBA
10:00 a.m. SCIENCE FICTION COMICS: Ron Randall (Trekker), Michael Dialynas (Amala's Blade), Ulises Farinas and Erick Freitas (Gamma)
11:00 a.m. MASS EFFECT: Mac Walters
12:00 p.m. THE FIFTH BEATLE: Vivek J. Tiwary, Andrew C. Robinson
1:00 p.m. NEW SUPERHEROES FROM GREAT CREATORS: Mike Norton and Dennis Hopeless (The Answer!), Bryan J. L. Glass (Furious), Donny Cates (Buzzkill, Hunter Quaid), Eliot Rahal (Hunter Quaid)
2:00 p.m. HORROR COMICS: Alex de Campi (Grindhouse, Smoke/Ashes), Chris Peterson (Grindhouse), Tim Seeley (Ex Sanguine), Tom Mandrake (To Hell You Ride), Jonathan Maberry (Project TBA)
3:00 p.m. HUSBANDS: Brad Bell, Jane Espenson, Sean Hemeon
4:00 p.m. ELFQUEST: Richard and Wendy Pini
4:00 p.m. CONAN, STAR WARS, THE MASSIVE: Brian Wood
5:00 p.m. THE STAR WARS, STAR WARS: DAWN OF THE JEDI: Jonathan Rinzler, Jan Duursema
6:00 p.m. DARK HORSE SUPERHEROES: Frank Barbiere (Blackout), Joshua Hale Fialkov (Skyman), Fred Van Lente and Freddie Williams II (Brain Boy), Josh Williamson (Captain Midnight)
10:00 a.m. LONE WOLF & CUB: Kazuo Koike (Courtesy of Wikia: Masters of Animanga)
11:00 a.m. THE SHAOLIN COWBOY: Geof Darrow
12:00 p.m. WHEDONVERSE COMICS: Dan Dos Santos, Jane Espenson, Scott Fischer, Victor Gischler, Rebekah Isaacs, Georges Jeanty, Steve Morris (Angel & Faith, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Serenity)
1:00 p.m. GRENDEL 30TH ANNIVERSARY: Matt Wagner
1:00 p.m. Greg Rucka: Project TBA
1:00 p.m. BUZZKILL: Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw
2:00 p.m. THE LEGEND OF KORRA: Bryan Konietzko, Joaquim Dos Santos, P.J. Byrne (voice actor for Bolin)
*Ticketed event. Come to the Dark Horse booth when NYCC opens on Friday and Saturday mornings for the chance to draw a signing ticket while supplies last. Learn the latest about The Legend of Korra by signing up for Korra Nation at the link!
3:30 p.m. THE TRUE LIVES OF THE FABULOUS KILLJOYS: Becky Cloonan, Shaun Simon
4:30 p.m. HORROR COMICS: Victor Gischler (Kiss Me, Satan!, Clown Fatale), James Harren (Abe Sapien, B.P.R.D.), Cameron Stewart (Sin Titulo, B.P.R.D.), Evan Dorkin (Beasts of Burden)
5:30 p.m. THE MASSIVE: Brian Wood, Garry Brown
5:30 p.m. MIND MGMT: Matt Kindt
6:30 p.m. ELFQUEST: Richard and Wendy Pini
10:00 a.m. BLOODHOUND: Dan Jolley, Robin Riggs
10:00 a.m. THE WHITE SUITS: Frank Barbiere, Toby Cypress
10:00 a.m. AMALA'S BLADE: Michael Dialynas
11:00 a.m. ITTY BITTY HELLBOY: Art Baltazar, Franco
12:00 p.m. MASS EFFECT: Mac Walters
12:00 p.m. Tommy Lee Edwards: Project TBA
12:00 p.m. S.H.O.O.T. FIRST: Justin Aclin, Nicolás Daniel Selma
1:00 p.m. ELFQUEST: Richard and Wendy Pini
2:00 p.m. MONSTERS! & OTHER STORIES: Gustavo Duarte
2:00 p.m. HALLOWEEN LEGION: Diana Leto
3:00 p.m. STAR WARS: SHADOWS OF ENDOR: Zack Giallongo
IMPORTANT: All giveaway, limited edition, and exclusive items are available while supplies last. Free prints, comics, or posters are provided for each signing while supplies last. You may bring items to sign or purchase them at the Dark Horse Store. We reserve the right to restrict the nature and/or limit the number of items to be signed, at our discretion.
Please note that lines may be capped or tickets issued for any signing as needed. Inquire about your favorite signings as early as possible. Some restrictions apply. All events are subject to change.
Urkel… comes to FX
September 30, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Art Show, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games
Appearing at FX for his first ever convention signing!… Jaleel White!
Born Nov. 27, 1976 in Pasadena, CA, Jaleel Ahmad White began working in front of the camera in commercials at the age of three, and quickly became a veteran child actor, booking appearances on everything from "The Jeffersons" (CBS, 1975-1985) to "Charlie & Co." (CBS, 1985-86) to "Mr. Belvedere" (ABC, 1985-1990). In fact, he almost landed the role of "Rudy" on "The Cosby Show" (NBC, 1984-1992) until Bill Cosby decided to make the character a girl. White's star-making role, however, came from a more unlikely place: a one-time guest spot on the sitcom "Family Matters" (ABC/CBS, 1989-1998) as the cartoonishly nerdy Steve Urkel. Most recently Jaleel has starred on Total Blackout and Dancing with the Stars.
For more on the FX Show… click HERE!
PalmCon is this Saturday September 21st!
September 19, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
PalmCon: The Palm Beach County Comic Book and Collectibles Show
When: September 21st 2013 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Where: The Palm Beach County Convention Center - 650 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Admission: $9.00 for Adults at the door – $7.00 in advance (on-line), $5.00 for kids 4-13 at the door - $4.00 in advance (on-line), FREE for children 3 and under.
PalmCon: The Palm Beach Comic Book and Collectibles Show is Palm Beach County's only comic convention of its kind. This is the third year for PalmCon and for the first year we are moving to the Palm Beach County Convention Center occupying over 50,000 square feet of convention space. As with years past, we strive to bring Palm Beach County the best in comics, animation, and pop-culture while providing a fun and safe family friendly atmosphere.
We are pleased to have film and television actor Deep Roy as one of our guests. Most know him for his role as all of the Oompa Loompas in Tim Burton's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Deep Roy also holds the honor of being the only actor to appear on screen in all three major science-fiction franchises – Doctor Who, Star Trek and Star Wars. He has also appeared in Transformers, The NeverEnding Story, Flash Gordon, Return to Oz, and he had a recurring role in the HBO series Eastbound and Down. Other media guests include Jim Decker and Robert Z'Dar who is known for his B-movie roles but has also appeared in mainstream films such as Tango and Cash.
PalmCon will also play host to some top names in comics including Ethan Van Sciver who is know for his work at DC Comics on Green Lantern, the Flash and most recently Batman. Returning this year will be comic book legend Jose Delbo who has been in the industry for years working on such titles as Wonder Woman, The Transformers, The Twilight Zone and The ThunderCats. Joining us for the first time will be Allen Bellman who is best known for his work on Captain America back in the 1940s at the start of the "golden age of comic books". Also making a rare convention appearance will be Carlos Castellanos the cocreator of the wildly popular nationally syndicated comic strip Baldo.
Other attractions at PalmCon will include an appearance by the 501st Legion and the Mandalorian Mercs known for their movie accurate Star Wars costumes and community involvement. Also arriving in time for the show will be a replica of the Ghostbusters's car Ecto-1 along with the Carolina and Miami Ghostbusters fan groups. As an added bonus to PalmCon this year we are bringing in the Art of Akira Exhibit that features original hand panted cells and production art from Japan's most famous animated film – Akira. PalmCon continues to receive an amazing amount of support from the local comic scene. Most of the major comic shops in South Florida will be represented at PalmCon along with over 100 vendors, artists, publishers and filmmakers. There will be a raffle, a costume contest, and the Indie-Film Screening Room showing short films created by local filmmakers.
This event grew out of Martin T. Pierro's love for the small hotel and mall comic shows that were a staple of his childhood days in West Palm Beach. In recent years there has been a resurgence of interest in comic book characters (as evident by the recent blockbuster films The Avengers, Iron Man 3 and The Dark Knight Rises), so it seemed a perfect time to bring these types of shows back to Palm Beach County.
More information and a complete guest/vendor list can be found here:
Feel free to contact Martin with any questions or comments here:
561.601.4137 - email@example.com
Special Guest for MegaCon 2014 Announced
September 12, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
Eliza Dushku (Buffy/Angel,Dollhouse) just confirmed as Special Media Guest for Megacon 2014.
For more info on MagaCon check out their website at http://megaconvention.com
Florida Supercon to Bring the Romitas to Miami in 2014
August 16, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Florida, Gaming, Horror, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
TX – I Missed Comic Con Signing
August 11, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Manga, Movies, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Texas
James O'Barr, Joe Eisma, Kristian Donaldson, Ben Dunn, and more appear at Zeus Comics on Saturday August 17, 2013 from 11am till 4:00 pm!
Press Release:
Dallas comic book fans who missed San Diego Comic-Con are getting a fun event filled with comic book creators and free swag. The crew at bigfanboy.com is hosting a special gathering at Zeus Comics and Collectibles Inc where you can meet your favorite comic book creators and pick up awesome movie promos, please win prizes including items you could previously only get at Comic-Con. Guests include THE CROW creator James O'Barr, MORNING GLORIES artist Joe Eisma, THE MASSIVE artist Kristian Donaldson, NINJA HIGH SCHOOL creator Ben Dunn, STAR TREK inker Kez Wilson, Lucasfilm photography artist Scott Harben, KNUCKLEHEADS artist Robert Wilson, and Marvel and THE WALKING DEAD sketch card artist Cal Slayton.
Zeus Comics
1334 Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 75247
COMIC BOOK ICON is looking for CREATORS
August 5, 2013 by Joe Fauvel
Filed under Animation, Anime, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic Strips, Convention News, Gaming, Horror, Iowa, Manga, Movies, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Sports, Television, Video Games, Webcomics
Hello to all of our past and future COMIC BOOK I-CON Artist Area Creators…….
The "Lil Con That Can" is back for our annual event!
I hope you are having a great year and have saved a spot at our event on your Fall calendar. I apologize if you get or will repeatedly get more than 1 email from me for the I-CON. I believe I have my most up-to-date email list but I know there are repeats in there. Let me know if you get too many repeats and I will try and take off some.
Comic Book I-CON will be on Saturday OCT 19 and will be at the same place as last year but with a different venue name. The venue is called Barratta's @ Forte Banquet and Conference Center…….whew long one! The address is 615 3rd street, Des Moines, IA 50309.
Last year's event was a big success which give me great hope we can do it again or even better. Part of that success is communication…..SPREAD THE WORD! Please check out our facebook page and specifically our event page. Let us know if you are coming and pass it onto friends that would enjoy it too OK? I am including a jpg of our soon to be posted all over town and surrounding areas POSTER. Feel free to post it on your page if you are coming please.
OK that should cover it for now but please let me know if you have any questions and I will do my best to answer them. I look forward to seeing some old friends and making some news ones like I do every year. Thanks in advance for giving the Comic Book I-CON some of your time.
PO Box 3604 Ash Creek Station
Des Moines, IA 50323
You can also look at our site for info too as it comes up…..and also facebook.
Creator Rep/Event Planner for the ICBC


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|Wed, 02-13-2013 - 6:19pm
I picked up my new glasses which is great since I have a lot of reading to do.
Katie's dentist appt went well, no cavities. Much better than Matt's. He told me he had one cavity, but when I called to make the appt for the filling they told me he had four! He said they didn't tell him that and now he's really mad. There was a substitute dentist so it is possible things didn't get explained to him adequately. Sigh. The fillings are supposed to take two hours and are projected at $900 before insurance. There is always something so it's nice to have a Katie girl who hasn't had a cavity yet.
What is thrilling with you guys?
|Fri, 02-15-2013 - 2:33pm
Yes, you'd think with the aging population they would make all the typeface bigger and bolder, but do they do that? NO!!
Only a week until your super VACAY - very thrilling indeed!
|Fri, 02-15-2013 - 10:06am
That is thrilling....I know I'm wearing my glasses more and more.....I think they just make everything smaller....it wouldn't have to do with getting older.....no!!!!
I'm thrilled that I have a massage today...leaving work at 3 today specifically for that!!!! Also 8 days to our vacation!


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Book your room at Iberostar Royal Cristina
4-star aparthotel in Playa de Palma with 2 restaurants
Situated in Playa de Palma, this aparthotel is close to Palma Aquarium, El Arenal Beach, and Port of El Arenal. Local attractions also include Aqualand.
Property Features
In addition to 2 restaurants, Iberostar Royal Cristina features an indoor pool. Other amenities include a full-service spa and a bar/lounge.
Room Amenities
Televisions come with satellite channels. Guestrooms also feature wireless Internet access (surcharge), air conditioning, and climate control.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
At your hotel
All inclusive
Guests can book rooms at Iberostar Royal Cristina for a rate that is either for the room only or for all-inclusive. All-inclusive rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
At your hotel
Iberostar Royal Cristina offers both all-inclusive room rates and room-only rates. All-inclusive rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.
In addition to a full-service spa, Iberostar Royal Cristina features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the aparthotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with high-speed wired and wireless Internet access (surcharge).
This 4-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. 4 meeting rooms are available. This Playa de Palma aparthotel also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a nightclub.
Iberostar Royal Cristina has designated areas for smoking.
- 24-hour front desk
- Total number of rooms - 330
- Bar/lounge
- Elevator/lift
- Full-service spa
- Billiards or pool table
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Business center
- Children's club
- Shopping on site
- Rooftop terrace
- Laundry facilities
- Number of floors - 4
- Meeting rooms
- Multilingual staff
- Babysitting or childcare
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Number of meeting rooms - 4
- Sauna
- Spa services on site
- Children's pool
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Coffee shop or café
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Health club
- Designated smoking areas
- Wireless Internet access - surcharge
- Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
- Nightclub
- Year Built 1988
- Tennis on site
- Garden
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Supervised childcare/activities
Stay connected
Available in all rooms: Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
Available in some public areas: Wireless internet access ( 7 EUR per day ), Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
In your room
- Phone
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- In-room safe
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Satellite TV service
- Climate control
- Daily housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Desk
- Wireless Internet access (surcharge)
Eat and drink
Iberostar Royal Cristina has 2 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Bar Salon - This bar serves lunch only.
Have fun
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Windsurfing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Volleyball on site
- Golf lessons available nearby
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the aparthotel's full-service spa, Thai ZEN Space . Services include massages and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna.
- Massages
- Sauna in spa
- Body treatments
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
The fine print for Iberostar Royal Cristina
When you arrive
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
When you leave
Check-out time is noon
How you can pay
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, MasterCard, Visa
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: EUR 7 per day (rates may vary)
- In-room safe fee: EUR 4 per day
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 2500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.


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Exotic Mugdal exercise - Bhartiya Indian Club exercise by Rajesh Sharma
Hindu Pushups - Bhartiya Pushups - Dand - Add Sexiness
Hindu Pushups / Bhartiya Pushups / Dand is a great variation to regular pushups.
Rajesh Sharma shows you how to do Hindu pushups in the video.
Rajesh says, Hindu Pushups is great for chest, triceps. It is an excellent body weight workout.
Hindu Pushups also improves flexibility.
Hindu pushups is regularly done by current and ancient wrestler also called pahalwan of India sub-continent.
It was favorite exercise of the Great Gama Pahalwan who used to do 1000 to 2000 Hindu Pushups.
Body balance on elbows, Mayurasana, Peacock pose
Benefits of Mayurasana - Peacock pose
Improves efficiency of Digestive and organs.
Digestive and excretory systems function well.
Removes excess fat on stomach.
It strengthens the abdominal muscles. It helps trim pot belly.
Muscles of hands wrist become sturdy.
Efficiency of kidneys and adrenal glands improves
Good for improving balance, concentration
Helps remove toxins from body.
Any abdominal disorders or pain;
Very weak wrists.
Not to do in pregnancy, menstruation.
It is one of the most difficult asana, take help of yoga instructor to learn it.
Halasana - The Plough Pose by Rajesh Sharma
Benefits of Halasana
- Strengthen Abs
- Improve functioning of thyroid and parathyroid glands
- Improve flexibility of Spinal Column
- Improve health of nerve fibres originating from spinal column
- Improve blood circulation around the vertebrae column
- Improve working of liver and spleen and cure their sluggishness
- Eliminate complaints of indigestion, constipation, excessive passage of urine, gases etc.
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1. How frequently do you take advantage of the parks and natural areas around the Rock River Valley? I frequently spend time in places like Sinnissippi and Rock Cut State Park. These kind of places are great for our area, and we should look for ways to better promote these local treasures. The Rockford area is a beautiful place to grow up around. I know sometimes we all wish for more, but Rockford is making leaps and bounds. Just before long, we'll be the next big thing.
2. What is your favorite warm weather activity? My favorite summer activity would probably just consist of pulling out the grill and doing a little barbecuing while hanging out with friends and shooting the breeze. I consider myself a grill-master, so I definitely like to entertain.
3. What has been the most challenging aspect of making Charley's Philly Steaks a success? The most challenging aspect of making Charley's a success would probably be doing your homework prior to opening the store. Everything ranging from site evaluations to seeing if the location is visible from the street, traffic count, demographics, recruiting, marketing, and etc.
4. What is the secret to bringing the taste of a Philly Steak to Rockford? The secret of bringing the taste of Philly would have to be joining an incredible franchise with the best corporate team around! They work hard to provide the company with premium products for a competitive price. A lot of people say this is the best sandwich in northern Illinois, and we appreciate the comments. We try to keep work fun and aim high at keeping the quality and service there, while providing a nice atmosphere to dine in.
5. Question from last week's "This week in The Times" participant, Phillip Guererro: Have you attended the new Rockford City Market, and if so, what was your opinion? I have not attended the Rockford City Market yet, but would eventually like to experience it. It's just another great thing for the area to have. Bringing people and food together is always classic. I wish this event much success, and would like to see our town support this type of thing so we're able to grow and move forward. It's a chain reaction when the traffic from other communities start pouring in. Visitors from neighboring cities will, in turn, provide this town with the extra revenue while spending in the local area.
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Recently a friend of mine sent me a link to this short video from totally outside of the technology field. The video is called "Why You Need to Fail" and it's by Derek Sivers. Even though the examples are from very different domains, I thought that this short video very eloquently made one of the most important points in creating great products, and I strongly encourage all of you to watch it (especially the second half).
Developing Strong Product Owners
In my last article I discussed the role of the leader of the product organization. I heard back from more than a few product leaders that it served to remind them that they weren't doing as much as they knew they should be doing to build the strength of their product team, and I was asked if I could share some of the tools I use to help with this.
The VP Product Role
If you take a look at the list of open product positions at the end of my recent newsletter, you'll notice a record number of VP/Director of Product positions. In part this reflects the growth we are experiencing in our industry. However, it also represents an increased recognition of the importance of strong product leadership.
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While mostly I focus on the techniques and best practices for creating great products, I have truly come to appreciate just how important culture is in contributing to great products. By culture I am including both company culture as well as the cultures of the people working at the company.
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Nationals' third baseman Ryan Zimmerman is nearing the end of his minor league rehabilitation assignment, and could find himself back in Washington by next week. The former Cavalier tore a shoulder muscle, and has not seen action since May 26.
Zimmerman took part in his final game with Class A Potomac last night. He filled the designated hitters role, going 1-for-5 at the plate with a single. He will join Triple A Columbus on Thursday and be with them for four days, and should rejoin the big club early next week.
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HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) -- This spring, The Collins Center has partnered with three classes from James Madison University to raise awareness about sexual violence and in our community.
On Wednesday, they will showcase the results of their collaboration in a public event at the Court Square Theater titled "Engaging Voices."
The goal of the event is to raise awareness about the Collins Center, a local nonprofit whose goal is to prevent child sexual abuse and provide sexual assault response and treatment. The evening will consist of guest speakers, a panel discussion, and the presentation of the JMU students' work, which includes a redesigned website, strategic media campaigns, and seven videos that promote the Collins Center's mission.
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04/10/2010 15:22 +0100Hodgson's comments show how far the club's fortunes have plummeted in a relatively short space of time. His remarks had echoes of predecessor Rafael Benitez, who was ridiculed when, with the side struggling midway through last season, he "guaranteed" they would finish fourth in the Premier League. They did not, of course, and ending the campaign seventh ultimately led to the Spaniard's departure. But at least Benitez was aiming high when he uttered his remarks. Hodgson's major problem at the moment is dragging his team up from a woefully inadequate 18th place. The 2-1 defeat at home by Blackpool was the club's third in seven league matches and a six-point haul represents Liverpool's worst start to a season since 1953-54, when they were relegated. Hodgson is right to stress it is inconceivable his team will not salvage their situation over the next eight months. But he also acknowledged their current position could impact greatly on where they hope to finish. "After seven games it is a fact that we are there and it is not where we want to be, that is fairly obvious," he said. "But with 31 games left to play, I am absolutely convinced Liverpool will not be in the bottom three after 38 games. "Whether or not this bad start is going to affect us in our ambition to be nearer the top of the table that is another matter. "That is something you can accuse us now of not being able to do. "But I think to suggest, especially after seeing what we did in the second half against Blackpool, that we are a relegation candidate would be stretching credulity to the limit." The pressure on Hodgson has increased and he will have felt that personally after the Kop sang the name of legendary player and manager Kenny Dalglish, overlooked for the job in the summer, towards the end of the Blackpool game. A two-week break for internationals means the Reds boss has plenty of time to contemplate his team's position in the bottom three. It also places even more emphasis on the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park, which is their first match on the resumption of the league. But the 63-year-old insists the "psychological blow" of seeing Liverpool wallowing in the relegation zone is nothing compared to the problems it caused when he took over a struggling Fulham in December 2007. "I don't think it matters we will be in the bottom three for the next fortnight," he added. "The psychological blow of being in the bottom three after seven games is a damn sight less damaging than being there from game number 18 to game number 36, as I experienced at Fulham. "I had 18 games in the bottom three - that is psychological damage, especially when you see games running out and the number of points you need getting bigger and bigger." Blackpool manager Holloway believes Liverpool's players are struggling under the weight of expectation, unlike his own squad who are playing with such freedom. "We are so far behind the smallest club in the history of this league; we've the smallest budget, we pay the worst money and we have a mountain to climb," he said. "But that comes with its own bonuses because my lads don't feel under pressure. "They don't have the expectation, that awful cross to bear that 'we used to be this', or 'we are this or that', which Liverpool players have to deal with. "In the second half they got over that but first half you could see them suffering with it." But Holloway is more concerned with his side's future and despite the surprise victory at Anfield he knows there is plenty of work to do. "We have a long, rocky road ahead of us," he added. "That is 10 points out of the first seven games and if we hadn't got the win at Liverpool, where would we have been? Right down the bottom. "It is only a blink of an eye when you can be right back down there."
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When you're as fly as Young Chris, you don't settle for standard currency, you hit the club strapped with racks of Go Hard Money. After signing YC to his Division 1 label last year, CEO Rico Love ignites the sirens, provides the production and also lends a feature to the young Philly bred rap star. A certified club smash, Chris and Rico stir up extravagant wordplay and an addictive hook that will have you treating your couches like a Project X rooftop. Although there is no concrete destination set for this track just yet, you can expect this, along with last week's triumphant feature King, to be a warning shot for Chris' forthcoming Universal Motown solo debut album, Alive.
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