Event Coverage 24th ANNUAL GUNNISON CAR SHOW, GUNNISON COLORADO

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Fellas, time has gotten away from me in last month or two, would usually have already posted this notice, but here it is the middle of June. The local college is holding their welcome back weekend the same as the car show, so lodging will go fast. If you have any thoughts of attending, book a room NOW. You can change plans later.

Here's a link to last Two years threads so you can see what goes on:

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=447793

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=370020



The 24th Annual Gunnison Car Show in Gunnison Colorado. This years show is August 19 -20- 21, including a Cruise-In, Open Show and Breakfast Cruise.

FRIDAY AUG 19, 5-9 PM: Cruise-In on N. Main St. First Four (4) blocks closed for participant parking, Live Band - THE LUSTRE KINGS !, Street Dance, registration booth, food vendors and more.

SATURDAY AUG 2O, 8 AM -3 PM: Open Show in Jorgensen Park, awards ceremony at 3:00PM.

SUNDAY AUG 21 : Breakfast Cruise to Crested Butte, an ol' mining town 26 miles north of Gunnison. Part of Elk Ave.(their Main St.) will be closed off for participants to park.


Details and entry forms can be found at: www.gunnisoncarclub.com


CRUISE-IN: This year the show has some great features, the Friday night Cruise-In will feature a band that I first encountered at Viva Las Vegas many years ago. From the Albany New York area, The LUSTRE KINGS will be performing. This year the LUSTRE KINGS were opne of the Four Featured bands to play the VLV car show. these guys are top shelf entertainers all the way.

DJ: The show DJ this year is "Rusty the Ragtop Rocker" from Denver ! Rusty always puts on great show, is also the front man for the ATOMIC DRIFTERS, so maybe wc can talk into singing a couple of songs as well.

WORKSHOP: Many of you probably remember last years great Corvette seminar put on by Wil Cooksey,, and the previous years Flathead workshop by Dave Crouse of Custom Auto right here in Colorado. What great presentationsWil Dave did. We are having another workshop this year, topic and speaker unknown at this time. Would love to get Dave to share some more of his knowledge

The Lee Iacocca award will again be presented by the Gunnison Car Club. This years are being ironed out currently, will keep you posted as to who our special guest will be.

Also, am currently working on putting together some special displays such as last years Corvette or the year befores Race Car Display that included a Bonneville car, a Road Race Hemi Car and a few great Drag cars to boot.

Don't hesitate to PM me with any questions. Will be adding information along the way as things are nailed down. Hotel info to follow.

Johnnie.

 

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Here is a list of local lodging options for those coming. Book now, the town WILL sell out.

1) ABC Motel Inc, 212 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-2400 * 800-341-8000

2) Alpine Inn, 1011 Rio Grand Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-2804 * www.gunnisonalpineinn.com

3) Best Western-Tomichi Vlg, 41883 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1131

4) Columbine Victorian Hotel, 136 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-6834

5) Comfort Inn, 900 N Main St, Gunnison, CO 970-642-1000

6) Days Inn, 701 W US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0608 * 888-641-0608

7) Gunnison Inn, 412 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0700 * 866-641-0700 * www.GunnisonLodging.com

8) Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Gunnison, 910 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 877-410-6681

9) Island Acres Motel, 38339 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1442

10) Long Holiday Motel, 1198 W US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0536

11) Mountain View Lodge, 117 N Taylor St, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1799 * 800-800-3395

12) Quality Inn, 400 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1237 * www.choicehotels.com

13) Rodeway Inn, 37760 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0500 * www.gunnisonrodeway.com

14) Super 8, 411 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-3068 * 800-800-8000

15) Swiss Inn, 312 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-9962

16) Water Wheel Inn, 37478 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1650 * 800-642-1650 * www.waterwheelinnatgunnison.com

17) Western Motel, 403 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1722 * www.westernmotel-co.com

18) Wildwwod Motel, 1312 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1663 * 866-770-1663 * www.wildwoodmotel.net

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***************************CAMPING**********************************

THE CAMPGROUNDS:


Mesa RV Resort, 800-482-8384 * http://www.mesarvresort.us/


Tall Texan Campground, 970-641-2927 * http://www.talltexancampgroundofgunnison.com/


Wild Wood Resort & Cabin Rentals, 866-770-1663 * http://www.wildwoodmotel.net/


Let me know if there are any other questions.

Johnnie

 

We had such a great time last year..lots of great memories..everyone was so cool..Love to get out there again sometime.

 

Seems like we always up against something or another, but, will never fault a fella for going to Bonneville........ JW.

 

Great show, great people. Always a good time! I'll be there with my new Caddy.

 

Curious, is Bill Orourke involved.Knew his dad well from The Roadster Shop here in Elgin, Il. Bill, his son inherited dads bitchin car collection. Last we heard, he was living in Gunnison. Ive been there a few times while riding the harley in the Colorado 500.

 

Just made reservations. We'll be there!

 

Ditto!

Kurt, Jeff, Johnnie and now us. Add the Lustre Kings and we have a PARTY!



2010 Gunnison Band: Rev Tones

 

Here's a little sample of the band:

 

That was Sooo much damn fun at Johnnies House last year...Man I'm thinking about getting the family in the Van and headin out there again!

 

Hey, don't forget about me

 

Never...now the party grew a little bigger!!

 

Can't wait! My absolutely favorite show of the year!! My rod won't be ready, but I'm comin' anyway!
I vote for a Flathead workshop...I need it!
Oh, and hey, it's only about 600 miles from Bonneville, so I think some folks should hit BOTH events...

 

Band is awsome ! Thanks for sharing...

 

I'm getting shit faced drunk this year!

 

The Lustre Kings are going to rock Gunnison like its never been rocked before

 

Great show Gunnyville is a fun town. Now I just need to get my car there.

 

Greg,

Bill has a bike shop right on North Main St., the Friday night cruise-in is literally on his front step. He is not active in the club, summer is his busy season at the store, but always supports the show with a couple entries. He makes it to my house for the Saturday after show delinquency. Good guy all around.

Johnnie.

 

Now that's the kind of "CAN DO" attitiude I can appreciate !

 

One of the best times of the year.....perfect weather, nice show, good folks and the kings of rock-a-billy..........it's gonna be grand. Count me in!

 

I invited the Sheriff to the party, so watch yourself badge boy !

 

Hey brother.....if your refering to mr Juarez....he ain't got no jurisdiction in Gunnison....watch yo ass......

 

Let me be clear here....there is no better time than the Gunnison car show and Mr 5windowjohnnie rockabilly party....bar none, and you can take that to the bank brother!!! My fifth visit....and for those of you that have never enjoyed the Gunnison valley...be prepared and take the time...you will not be dissapoined.

 

...provided one has a badge...or a "get outa jail free card" when the badge doesn't work that well...

Kidding aside, Harry is right. This is an event that is not to be missed.

 

Provided we leave Speedweek on thursday,we'll be there for the weekend beginning with the cruise in on friday nite.Going to bring the 56 caddy(her ride) and the 59 Apache(my ride).
As for saturday nite I might have to break out the dark and stormies (rum concoction)

 

Big Tim is coming, now we have a party.........

 

Looking forward to it.

 

Last year we had an open skeet shoot Sunday morning for any car show participants that wanted to shoot. Any interest in that again ?

Also, I can talk to the practical shooters and see if they would be willing to set up a modest "steel challenge" course as well if anybody wants to bring a handgun and give it a try.

This year, one of the groups receiving funding generated by the show is the Gunnison Sportsmans Club (GSA). Am sure they would be friendly to doing something car show weekend. The funding is for a bathroom addition to the clubhouse that will help the whole community greatly.


Are you guys interested in any shooting ??????

Johnnie.

 

Pretty rusty but would definitely be interested in the handgun course. Guns and hot rods...the perfect combination!

 

Tom,

Talked to Gary H, he's in both the car club and the sportmans club. Said he will be happy to set up a "Steel Challenge" stage or two.

So boys & girls, bring that handgun and some ammo. No rifles, or magnums at the steel, will damage the targets. If ya got a 357 bring 38Spl to shoot, if ya got a 44 mag, bring 44 Spl for it, ect.

Am sure Gary will have .45 Govt. Model he'll let you shoot.

Johnnie.