MG Meet '98 in Charlotte, North Carolina
by Bruce Magers
On Saturday September 26th, 1998, the American MGB Association met on
the beautiful Lake Campus of Davidson College just north of Charlotte,
North Carolina for its 21st annual meeting. The event was held in
conjunction with MGs on the Green.
Saturday morning started as another beautiful North Carolina day. The
line of cars waiting to get onto the green was already formed by 9:00
am. Tom Cotter, Hank Rippert and Andy Russell who started this event
10 years ago handled the details with military precision. A record
number of cars attended this event which was the 10th anniversary of
MGs on the Green. A delightful atmosphere was enjoyed by all
including vendors and refreshments handled by the local Lion's Club
which contributed to the festive atmosphere. Some of the more
interesting events included a detailing demonstration on a
participant's car, a children's contest that including "leakiest
engine", "best grille", "brightest paint job", a treasure hunt and the
serving of the 10th anniversary cake.
The AMGBA conducted a popular vote contest to recognize the hard work
of some MG owners. Margie Johnson, Secretary handled the awards
presentation for the AMGBA. Winners of the American MGB Association's
popular vote were as follows:
RUBBER BUMPER MGB ROADSTERS
1. '78 - Terry Smith, Bassett, VA
2. '79 - Tom Dickerson, Statesville, NC
3. '77 - Ron & Nita Hairston, Martinsville, VA
CHROME BUMPER MGB ROADSTERS
1. '67 - Scott Bullock, Bristol, VA
2. '72 - Ray Jones, Charlotte, NC
3. '64 - Bobby Cox, Denver, NC
MGB-GTs
1. '67 - Mike Speer, Columbia, SC
2. '74 - Don Petty, Charlotte, NC
3. '74 - Steve DeGroat, Lugoff, SC
MG MIDGET
1. '68 - Rick Erwin, Statesville, NC
2. '72 - Tom Richardson, Sparta, NC
3. '72 - A.G. Clator II, Charlotte, NC
The American MGB Association wishes to thank everyone that attended
and Tom, Hank and Andy and their staff for a well organized event.
For 1999, the AMGBA will hold its 22nd Annual Meet in Los Angeles,
California in Woodley Park in October.
For information on this or on the American MGB Association, please
contact the AMGBA , P. O. Box 11401, Chicago, IL 60611; phone:
1-800-723-MGMG (6464) or (773) 878-5055; E-mail: MGClub@hotmail.com.
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