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VCRA “BULLETIN BOARD”

January, 2012

IT'S THE BEGINNING OF ANOTHER YEAR... so what do we have to look forward to? For us here at VCRA it means we had better be getting in gear, because it's less than four months before the first VCRA rally event of the year. As you may or may not realize, it takes substantial time and effort to lay out a rally course, and to finalize all the details. But, worry not...we have it under control!!! So all you gotta do is get your car ready and get your entry in now!!

ARE YOU READY FOR THE FIRST EVENT OF THE NEW YEAR????

The VCRA 7th Annual “All Stars For Autism” charity rally … is a reality!! Scheduled for May 3-6, 2012 in Rogers, Arkansas, it is presented by Hemmings Motor News and will be headquartered at the Embassy Suites Hotel. While this is the traditional styled cloverleaf “Run For Fun” or “Run For Cash” format for veteran and sportsman classed teams, we also provide an attractive entry level “Greenhorn” class for those that have never before participated in an old car rally event. As a Greenhorn, you will rally along with some of the best rally teams in America, learn the ropes, get tips from the pros, and experience the challenge of being a part of the one of the greatest old car sports in the country today.

Don’t put it off!!! Mail your entry in today…and be sure to make your hotel reservations early to assure the accommodations you wish. Click on “Future Rallies” , then to “All Stars For Autism” rally for entry forms, rally schedule and hotel information

AN OVERVIEW OF THE "All Stars for Autism" RALLY:

(For those that are not that familiar with a VCRA even, this may be helpful)

* VCRA is a non-profit 501 C 3 corporation that donates "ALL" proceeds to charity

* Attended by the top rally teams in America

* Open to any street legal vehicle subject to VCRA technical inspection

* A VCRA regional event - one day for registration/school etc, and 2 1/2 days of Rally

* Mandatory rally school (two hours) held day prior to start

* Registration & vehicle inspections held day prior to start

* Cloverleaf format - start and finish at host hotel each day

* Typically runs approximately 200 plus miles per day - out at 8 AM - in by 5:30 PM

* Fuel pits, lunch stops prescribed in instructions

* Rally course instructions, door decals, rally school, timing controls, scoring, sweep

truck, parking for race car / tow vehicle, name badges are provided

* Hosted lunch on Saturday

* Awards luncheon on Sunday

* Rally in three states in three days

* VCRA rules and regulations are posted on web site

* Entries must meet insurance requirements as outlined on entry form

* Hotel accommodations responsibility of entrants, special rates and amenities apply

* More fun than you can imagine!!!

IT HAS BEEN DRAWN TO OUR ATTENTION RECENTLY… that there are a lot of folks across the country that have, at some point in the past, seen a rally event pass through, or even stop, in their city and decided this might be something they would have interest in doing. But getting the necessary information seemed to be somewhat difficult. If you are not on our mailing list, and would like to know more about the “Old Car Rally Sport” please contact us and we will place you on our mailing list. There are no VCRA membership dues….only a sincere interest in growing the sport through the next generation of rally enthusiasts.

Along these lines, we would report that one of our old rally friends, Bob Beers in Ft. Collins, CO, has taken steps to see if he can garner support for a VCRA regional rally out in his neck of the woods. Bob has presented the case to the Colorado Collector Car News publication, and is attempting to attract enough entrant interest to put an event on the schedule. Are you folks out west ready to have a rally?? If you have any ideas or input for this event, call Bob at 720-320-1988 or e-mail: beers.b@comcast.net

THE 2012 RULES & REGULATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE… so check them out to see if there is anything that may affect you. The changes are highlighted, so they will not be difficult to find. The one change that is notable is the rule pertaining to when you may pick up your instructions each day. That is changed from 45 minutes prior to your start time to 30 minutes prior to your start time. A minor, but important change.

OUR GOOD FRIENDS PAT & PAT BROTHERS… www.2pats.com are exploring new ways to streamline the annual VCRA Autism Charity fundraising program. We will keep you posted as this develops. We are forever grateful to all they have done in the past, and they are taking this to a whole new level. Thanks, Guys!!!

LOOKING FOR A CLASSIC CAR?? … You won’t want to miss the spring edition of the Branson Collector Car Auction www.bransonauction.com scheduled for April 20-21, 2012 in beautiful Branson, Missouri. Jim and Kathy Cox, owners, have traditionally gathered a wide spectrum of offerings that attracts all types of collectors. Whether you are a buyer or looking to sell, check them out.

NEW TIMEWISE SPEEDOMETERS… are available now.. Check the classified section for all the details.

FOR ALL RALLY EVENTS SCHEDULED FOR 2012… check the “Future Rallies” section. Dates for the events are posted now, and as details become available, we will post or give you the web site for the details .