AACA Speedster - July 2024

Click here to register online – SHOW CAR ONLY

Click here if you would like registration information sent to you (please include your name, member # and which registration you would like – show car, flea market, car corral – in the email)

Virginia is For CAR Lovers

LAST CHANCE!! Registration Deadline is TOMORROW!!

August 22-24, 2024

Special Eastern Fall Nationals

Hampton, VA

Registration Deadline: August 1

Click here to book your room online.

Click here if you would like registration information sent to you (please include your name and member # in the email)

The Historic Virginia Peninsula Region (HVPR) invites you to join them as they beat the August heat and weather worries on the air-conditioned show field inside the Hampton Roads Convention Center. That’s right – you read that correctly! The Special Eastern Fall Nationals show will take place inside! There will be plenty of room for up to 235 show cars, plus vendors, merchandise, and activities. The convention center boasts 300,000 square feet of indoor space. The host hotel, trailer parking, registration, Judging School, Judges Breakfast, and the awards banquet will all be at one location.

Event highlights include:

Thursday, August 22:

Virginia Air & Space Science Center, Welcome Reception Pizza Party

Friday, August 23:

Judging Schools, Membership Roundtable, Hampton Queen Twilight Boat Tour

Saturday, August 24:

Judges Breakfast, Judges CJE, Owners’ Briefing, car show, awards banquet

(Important: Judges Breakfast will be from 7:30 - 10 a.m. and will be the buffet served by the Embassy Suites. Judges team meetings and awards will happen at 9 a.m.)

Host Hotel:

Embassy Suites Hampton – $149+tax/night

1700 Coliseum Dr., Hampton, VA 23666

757-827-8200, use code: 91U

Complimentary parking, Wi-Fi, and continental breakfast included.

Questions?

Show Chairman: Scott Dayton, smdayton40@gmail.com

Registration Chair: Pete Romeo, pnpromeo@cox.net

REMINDER: Your 2024 AACA membership dues must be paid

prior to registering for any 2024 National shows and tours.

HERSHEY REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 15!!

You are running out of time! Don't wait! Do it NOW!

Important Hershey Information

By "Mac" MacAdam, Flea Market/Car Corral Registration Chairman,

Hershey Region AACA, fallmeet@hersheyaaca.org

CLICK HERE FOR HERSHEY EVENT BROCHURE

Summer registration is happening RIGHT NOW for the Hershey flea market, car corral and show vehicles. To acquire space(s), you must request a registration card from AACA National Headquarters. Because we are getting close to the registration deadline, please call us ASAP at 717-534-1910. We will send you your registration forms immediately. We recommend that you fill out your registration card(s), write your check and mail everything back to the Hershey Region immediately so that you do not forget/ lose it/ miss the August 15 deadline.

With a show as big as Hershey, there are a lot of moving parts for our Hershey region volunteers to coordinate. Please help us by reviewing this important information:

1. On the Show Car/Special Events registration card that you request from National Headquarters you can also choose to receive awards banquet tickets and/or antique car trailer parking reservations.

2. SHOW CAR REGISTRATION ONLY: You may register online here right now. NEW this year, you can pay for your show car registration online with a credit card. You can also still print the registration form and submit it along with your check to Jill Bower, Hershey Region AACA Show Car Chairman, 1015 Kunkles Mill Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339.

3. There is a $20 parking fee for show car trailers parking on Boathouse Road. The fee covers the period of Tuesday, October 8, at 7 a.m. through Saturday, October 12, at 12 p.m. All vehicles must be removed by 12 p.m. Saturday or they will be towed per order of Derry Township Police.

4. You must return the completed registration card and check to Hershey Region. There will be a pre-addressed envelope enclosed in the packet that you request from National Headquarters. PLEASE read all of the information that accompanies your registration card(s).

5. Cards/checks not signed will be returned for signatures and could jeopardize your request for space(s).

6. If you have a special location request, you should send a note along with your flea market or car corral registration card. Spaces are assigned by the postmark on the envelope. You can ask for your check to be returned in the event we cannot fulfill your request. If you will accept spaces anywhere, you need not send any note. (NOTES written on registration cards will not be honored and you will be assigned at the discretion of the field chairman.)

7. Please read ALL accompanying information that will be enclosed with the registration card(s) you receive from National Headquarters. Your signature on the card confirms you have read, understand and will obey AACA and Hershey Region rules and regulations.

8. Please pay close attention to the firm postmark deadline of August 15 on the registration card. We need ample time to make assignments, enter the data and send the information to our printer. There is a very short lead time to accomplish this task.

9. TO RESERVE & RENT A SCOOTER OR GOLF CART: ScooterBug has been contracted for the 2024 Hershey show to provide pre-reserved, single passenger ECVs and double occupant golf carts for those guests who have a valid, state-issued driver's license & handicapped placard in the state in which you reside. Guests can pre-reserve this mobility equipment online at www.scooterbug.com/aaca (preferred) or call 800-726-8284 directly to reserve. There are NO refunds under any circumstances once the payment is received and equipment is reserved. (NOTE: Personal mobility vehicles are not registered by ScooterBug personnel.)

10. YES, YOU CAN BRING YOUR OWN SCOOTER: Personal electric mobility vehicles are authorized; however, they must be registered at one of the three registration areas. More information will be available in the literature you receive with your registration card.

11. Flea market and car corral windshield stickers and other important information will be mailed at the end of August.

12. SALES TAX LICENSE: If you do not have a sales tax license, you can apply online at mypath.pa.gov or call 717-783-1405. Do not use the old pa100 website as it has been discontinued. If you need more information, visit our website at hershey.aaca.com. IMPORTANT: DO NOT wait for your tax license number to arrive. Send your flea market registration card and check to the Hershey Region and simply write "applied for" above the Tax ID space on the registration card.

Important 2024 Hershey Reminders

Show will run Tuesday, October 8 through Friday, October 11

Flea Market set-up will be Monday, October 7

Judging School will be Thursday, October 10, at 2 p.m.

Judges Breakfast will be Friday, October 11, at 7 a.m.

Car show will be Friday, October 11

Special Room Offering for Hershey 2024 Still Available

RM Sotheby’s has secured an introductory rate of $289 + taxes at the Hershey Lodge for October 6-11, 2024, which is over $100/night cheaper than their website is offering right now and as we all know, rates tend to go up the closer we get to the event! This deal is currently available to us with no deposits, free changes, and free cancellation up to 72 hours before arrival. These rooms will go fast, so book early! Help us keep the Lodge as a great place for attendees to enjoy the auction and all that happens there during Hershey week. We need to fill the hotel with AACA members and guests!

We understand that there are other options for accommodations in Hershey – some being less expensive and some being more. Why not take advantage of this special offer and be where all the action is, watch the cars drive into the auction, watch the bidding, and have fun at a bustling hotel.

Click here to take advantage of this special deal and book your room for Hershey!

At the Center of it All: Volunteers Needed for Hershey!

By Jen Wolfe, AACA Library Director, jwolfe@aaca.org

We’re only a little more than 2 months away from our favorite week of the year! The Eastern Fall Nationals will be here before we know it, and the library team has spent the last couple of months planning this year’s activities. For those who’ve attended Hershey in the past, you know that the week doesn’t come together without a lot of help from those willing to volunteer.

There are several opportunities to support the library with your time during Hershey week. We’re open Monday – Thursday providing research services and need volunteers to “work the doors” by greeting visitors, reminding them to place personal items in our lockers, collecting ID cards, and helping library staff manage the flow of people into the library’s Reading Room. Most days that week we open at 8 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. (Tuesday we’ll close at 2 p.m.), so we’ll need volunteers to help fill 2-hour shifts throughout each day.

Speaking of the Yard Sale, it’s all hands on deck! In response to comments from last year regarding the long wait times for lines to get into the tents, we will be implementing some new procedures to help ease that issue. But more convenience for attendees means more hands are needed to help make it happen! The Yard Sale provides TWO great opportunities to help: bring your muscles and join the morning set-up team starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday or come later around 3 p.m. to help work the event itself (which starts at 4 p.m.). We’ll need volunteers in the tents and at the entrances, managing the lines, helping with checkout, directing attendees to the different areas of the event, and helping clean up when it’s all over. Yard Sale night is full of excitement, enthusiasm, the thrill of the hunt, catching up with friends, and having fun with library staff…working the event places volunteers right at the center of it all!

Members interested in volunteering at the library during Hershey should contact Matt Hocker at mhocker@aaca.org or 717-534-2082. Let him know if you want to volunteer in the library that week, or at the Yard Sale on Tuesday night, and he’ll get you signed up for a shift.

Remember that the library is CLOSED on Friday for the car show – we’ll be out on the field with books for sale (weather pending!), so the headquarters building will not be open for the public that day.

Interested in becoming a volunteer with the AACA Library?

Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Matthew Hocker,

at mhocker@aaca.org or 717-534-2082.

Interested in doing research with the AACA Library?

More information is available on our website.

Visit AACA Library or contact our Reference Librarian, Amoi Goldman,

at agoldman@aaca.org or 717-534-2082.

Visit our Booth at Black Swan Antiquities

Adventure Awaits You in Colorado

Only ONE Month Left to Register!!

September 12-14, 2024

Western Fall Nationals

Loveland, CO

Registration Deadline: August 31

Click here if you would like registration information sent to you

(please include your name and member # in the email)

The Poudre Valley Region welcomes you to the 2024 Western Fall Nationals in Loveland, CO. Loveland is located about 40 miles east of the quaint mountain town of Estes Park. Estes Park is home to the Stanley Hotel and is the gateway to The Rocky Mountain National Park. Loveland, located in the heart of northeastern Colorado, is an ideal location for all your adventures.

Event highlights include:

Cussler Automotive Museum Bus Tour
Club Merchandise Sales
Race Car/Motorcycle Condition Runs
Membership Roundtable
National Judging School
Judges Breakfast & CJE Courses
Owners Briefing
Awards Banquet

Host Hotel:

Embassy Suites, 970-593-6200

4705 Clydesdale Parkway, Loveland, CO 80538

Special AACA rate of $180/night, plus tax, includes breakfast

Ask for 91Z rate (available on a first come, first served basis)

For additional hotel options, check out the brochure

Questions?

Show Chairman & Registration: Joe Pirrone, Joenkathy@earthlink.net, 970-686-9291

REMINDER: Your 2024 AACA membership dues must be paid

prior to registering for any 2024 National shows and tours.

ATTENTION: All AACA Judges – We need YOU!

By now, you should have received your July 2024 issue of The Judge newsletter in your mailbox. If not, please click here for the digital version.

This issue includes the registration forms for the following shows:

-- 2024 Western Fall Nationals, Loveland, CO

-- 2024 Eastern Fall Nationals, Hershey, PA

-- 2024 Southeastern Fall Nationals, Huntsville, AL

Just a reminder that you can also register to judge online on the AACA website.

Not a current judge, but interested in becoming one? Just attend one of the Judging Schools at any of the Nationals to get started.

Order Your Official AACA Car Sign Now!

Car sign requests for the Western Fall Nationals (Loveland, CO)

must be received by Monday, August 5.

Car sign requests for the Eastern Fall Nationals (Hershey, PA)

and the Southeastern Fall Nationals (Huntsville, AL)

must be received by Friday, September 6.

This is the only official AACA recommended car show sign and is intended for use at AACA events. The AACA car sign format, styled similarly to other Concours signs, when properly weighted or staked would limit potential damage to vehicles if bumped or blown. Signs are 16.5" tall and 12" wide and are made of hard plastic to withstand the elements. These signs are only available to AACA members and are custom created to tell your vehicle's story and history.

AACA car signs cost $45 plus shipping and handling. Add an image or images for $5 each. PA residents also pay sales tax.

Please allow 4-5 weeks for the entire process from start to finish.

Click here for more information and instructions.

Email Jon Curtis at AACA Headquarters if you would like to have a sign made.

Please scroll all the way to the end of Speedster to find the answer.

Trivia Question

Here’s a short summary of some rather interesting technical specifications. Any idea what car they’re from?

“…had pushrod-operated overhead valves. In an effort to keep the valve gear quiet…used roller cam followers and an automatic zero-lash adjustment mechanism with hydraulic control on the input side of the pushrod…pistons were nickel-iron castings, not aluminum… chose to make pistons from the same material as the cylinder walls. This gave them the same coefficient of thermal expansion…to avoid piston slap. The left front chassis spring was shackled at both ends, the front shackle floating between preloaded coil springs. This was a device to prevent shimmy…the car could be set in motion in top gear. It was normal driving procedure to start in second, and shift into top at about 10 mph.”

Member Story: The Restoration of a Willys M38 Military Jeep

By Robbie Gray, Spring City, TN, erobingrayjr9@gmail.com

This is a member submitted article.

Every story has a beginning point and this Willys M38 Jeep begins with my cousin. He called one night and during the conversation mentioned that he had several jeeps. This sparked an enormous interest, and we discussed if he would consider selling any of them. After much negotiation and groveling on my part, I purchased the M38 Jeep.

Once home, the decision had to be made whether to restore the military jeep or just enjoy her in her working clothes. The decision was made – RESTORE! RESTORE!

With the decision to restore this jeep, accurate record keeping was instituted including jeep manuals, logbook, parts records, punch list, timeline, and various tracking documents. After much research on the 1952 Willys M38 Jeep that was purchased, several items were identified:

-- The jeep was much more solid than originally thought. There was a good base to restore.

-- There was a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) discrepancy. The Willys VIN was correct, but the military VIN was identified as a Willys M38A1 Jeep. The Army had made a mistake, but it was resolved after help from our county clerk and local police chief.

-- The history of military service is not known and will probably never be known.

-- Manuals for all aspects of Willys M38 Jeep restoration were available.

-- Most all parts for restoration of Willys M38 Jeeps were available. Many New Old Stock (NOS) parts were available.

-- Most fording equipment had been removed from the jeep.

-- Conversion of the electrical system had been made from 24-volt to 12-volt. Conversion back to a 24-volt system was required.

-- Several parts were missing or incorrect.

-- This is a rugged military vehicle and restoration was much different than restoring a car or truck.

-- The jeep would be restored to the original condition that it left the depot in.

-- Original condition means correct down to the correct bolt, screw, washer, and nut.

Disassembly of the jeep began with my brother-in-law leading the project and several friends and myself assisting. The jeep was totally disassembled down to the last bolt. Parts and fasteners were “bagged and tagged” for identification. Sand blasting, bead blasting, welding, powder coating, and painting began in full force. Missing parts, incorrect parts, worn out parts, parts for the 24-volt conversion, and parts for the fording system were purchased. As the parts arrived, they were categorized and placed in boxes according to their system. The engine rebuild, transmission rebuild, transfer case rebuild, front and rear axle rebuilds, radiator refurbish, powder coating, and painting were all outsourced.

Then the reassembly process began. At this point, it was recognized that this jeep was different than anything else we had restored in the past. Because of this, just about any time a part or system was to be installed, research was required to determine correct part orientation, correct bolt, screw, washer, and nut. Then “dry runs for installation” were completed. This all added considerable time to the reassembly process but was necessary for a correct restoration. It should be noted that my brother-in-law is a stickler for correctness and detail, care of installation, and the process of restoration. He drove the restoration process to a total success.

Reassembly progressed and as parts were installed the frame suddenly began to take on the form of a jeep. As problems were encountered, they were quickly resolved, and the restoration continued. No problem went unresolved to the satisfaction of a correct restoration. These problems usually resulted in extra costs and small delays, but that is to be expected. Problems, delays, and extra unforeseen costs go with the territory of restoration, and the restorer must live with it in order to get the result they want in the end.

Finally, restoration progressed, and the day came when the engine was started. What a beautiful sound hearing those four cylinders purring. Then another big day arrived when the test drive was to be completed. The jeep performed beautifully. We were all so excited; the hard work and perseverance had paid off. There is no description of the excitement that the restorer experiences with a successful test drive. Full restoration was then completed.

The restoration of this jeep brings back memories of my father who fought in WWII; my father-in-law who served in Germany during the Korean War; my brother who served in Korea just after the Korean War; and other family members who are serving or have served our country.

The restoration of this Willys M38 Jeep is dedicated to the men and women who are serving, have served, were wounded, and died in the service of our country. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You are heroes and truly appreciated and loved by all who love this country.

The following quote is from a Vietnam War Veteran I met at the AACA Grand Nationals show in Bettendorf, Iowa. He was so impressed with the jeep and to whom it was dedicated that he gave me his army backpack. His quote: “Thank you for putting in so much time and affection into the restoration of your vehicle. We veterans have so much love for that jeep. Much appreciation to you all.”

We want to hear from you!!

We are always looking to feature articles from AACA members in Speedster. We'd love to share your personal accounts of tours and shows you have attended, restoration projects, unique vehicle stories and history, and any other stories you think other AACA members would enjoy hearing about.

Stories should average about 500 words or less. And we love photos, so make sure to include some! Please send your photos and stories to Stacy Zimmerman at szimmerman@aaca.org.

2025 AACA Annual Convention Hotel Reservations Now Open

The 2025 AACA Annual Convention will be held February 6-8 in the Charlotte/Concord, NC, area at the Embassy Suites by Hilton. We are working on one or two exciting pre-convention excursions for Thursday that you will not want to miss, so you may want to consider coming in on Wednesday.

Here is the full hotel and reservation information, so you can book early and start your planning:

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte/Concord Golf Resort and Spa

5400 John Q. Hammons Drive NW

Concord, NC 28027

Only 20 miles from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport

Room Rate: $159 + tax, includes complimentary hot breakfast buffet, Wi-Fi, parking

Reservation Link: AACA Annual Convention (hilton.com)

Reservation Phone: 704-455-8200 (mention AACA Annual Convention)

Reservation Deadline: January 16, 2025

2025 AACA Annual Convention Call for Speakers

Have you ever thought about speaking or putting on a seminar at the Annual Convention? Well, now's your chance! If you would like to be a possible speaker, please fill out this form and send it in no later than August 15.

Have an idea for a workshop? What topics would you like to hear a panel of experts discuss? This is YOUR Annual Convention, and we want to know what you want to learn about. Please email Stacy with your seminar ideas and/or speaker suggestions (membership, leadership, chapters/regions, marketing, cars, technical, fun, historical, ladies-focused, etc.).

Golden Crescent Region Celebrates Collector Car Appreciation Day

By Nancy Whiddon, Victoria, TX, nkw348@gmail.com

This is a member submitted article.

On Collector Car Appreciation Day, July 12, 2024, our club, Golden Crescent Region AACA, cruised from Victoria, TX, to Rutersville, TX, to visit the collection of John Burkland. Mr. Burkland, his wife Betty, and their five garages were featured in one of the issues of Garage Style. The collection includes many classic cars, motorcycles, vintage farm equipment, tools and other auto related memorabilia. The 25,000 sq. ft. facility has a mechanic’s shop, bunkhouse and contains one of the finest car collections in the state of Texas. Pictured is one of our members with a 1955 Chevy, and some of our other fellows admiring the cars.

Of the Era: Pre-War (WWII) Promotion

By Walt Gosden, Guest Contributor, coachworklines@aol.com

This is a member submitted article.

The best way to sell and promote a vehicle in an era before mass electronic media was by hard copy print media. How to get the attention of the specific audience who would have the funds to buy a particular vehicle was where the finesse came in.

Sales literature created by the vehicle manufacturer was great, but one had to get that publication into the hands of the public which most often ended up only being those people who visited a showroom.

Advertising in newspapers, magazines, and even newsreel at the movies was used and was often fairly effective in reaching a multitude of audiences.

Of course there were other means of promoting the products as well, but I’d like to tell you about one especially creative use of direct mail which is something still used today but not as embraced as it was a century ago.

Direct mail to masses of people who could possibly be future customers was utilized by a large number of dealerships. This was done by a major Dodge dealership in Brooklyn, NY – Bishop, McCormick & Bishop – immediately after WWI.

Dodge at that time was heavily promoting enclosed coachwork on their chassis for comfort of use during the fall and winter months. Beautifully illustrated letters were sent out to sound the call to buy a new Dodge coupe or sedan. The letters were supported by the car manufacturer, but the cost to have them printed and mailed fell upon the dealers. The eight letters I have in my collection were issued from October to February, and at least three follow-up letters went to the same prospective customer.

How many were sent out? A pencil note on the ones I have that were kept as a record by that company state that physicians were a specific target with 2,144 letters sent in October 1917. 6,038 letters sent suggested what a great Christmas present a new Dodge sedan would be. Lists of people and addresses were found in social registers and Blue Books in that era and 9,626 more letters were sent out using that as a source.

The letters are very cleverly worded and noted reliability and ease of convenient service needs. Dodge knew the importance of the repeat customer. Of the letters I have from the files of the dealership, reliability of the Dodge is stressed by pointing out that 300,000 people already owed them. A letter from October 12, 1920, ends with, "You need a sedan. You will want a Dodge Bros. sedan. You will have one when you need it most if you order now."

Small details and bits of information like this help to give us all a more in-depth picture of the story of the automobiles we now cherish and preserve. It assists us in our understanding and perspective of the whole operation of automotive history of a century and more ago.

What is the AACA Half-Year Membership?

By Karen White, AACA Membership Department, kwhite@aaca.org

The half-year membership allows new members to join AACA for the second half of the member year and pay $25 instead of the full year fee of $45. The membership includes the months of June through December. Half-year members receive three issues of Antique Automobile magazine (July/August, September/October & November/December).

Do you know anyone who would enjoy going to a car show? Maybe you know someone who would enjoy Antique Automobile magazine. This is an excellent time to encourage them to join AACA. They can test drive AACA for the second half of the member year. By the end of the year, we hope they will see the value of belonging to AACA and be ready to commit to a full year of membership for 2025!

Typically, half-year membership is only available to new members. This year we are extending the half-year offer to members who haven’t renewed for the 2024-member year yet. If you forgot to renew your membership earlier in the year, you can renew it now for only $25.

This offer is available to anyone who has been a member in the past. If you haven’t paid membership dues for a few years and have been thinking about joining AACA again, do it now for $25.

NEW MEMBERS:

Click here to join as a new member online with a credit card – it’s quick and easy!

If you prefer to mail a check, click here for the AACA Membership Application.

RENEWING MEMBERS:

The half-year renewal option isn’t available online. If you want to pay $25 to renew your membership for the rest of the year, please call National Headquarters at 717-534-1910, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We will be happy to help you.

If you have any questions regarding the half-year

membership program, feel free to contact me.

REMEMBER: If you want to participate in the

National Hershey show you must be a paid AACA member.

Are You Rocket City Bound?

October 24-26, 2024

Southeastern Fall Nationals

Huntsville, AL

Registration Deadline: September 30

Click here for a Mileage Award Program application.

Click here if you would like registration information sent to you (please include your name and member # in the email)

North Alabama Region (NAR) is proud to be hosting the AACA Rocket City Southeastern Fall Nationals. We are thrilled to welcome you to Huntsville and offer you some good old southern hospitality. The Nationals show will take place at the Orion Amphitheater located at 701 Amphitheater Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806.

Event highlights include:

U.S. Space & Rocket Center Tour
Cruise to Lake Guntersville
Self-Driving Tours to Explore Huntsville
Social Event – Stars & Strikes, Mid-City District Huntsville
Membership Roundtable
National Judging School
Social Event – Orion Amphitheater with live entertainment by Grits & Juice
Judges Breakfast & CJE
Owners Briefing
Flea Market
Youth Event – Greenpower Electric Car Races
Awards Banquet at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center

Host Hotel:

Holiday lnn Research Park, 256-830-0600

5903 University Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806

$155/night plus tax

For additional hotel options, check out the brochure

Questions?

Show Chairman: Dave Robertson, daveLrobertson44@gmail.com, 256-653-4036

Registration Chair: Dena Robertson, registration@nar-aace.org, 256-651-5627

REMINDER: Your 2024 AACA membership dues must be paid

prior to registering for any 2024 National shows and tours.

78th Revival AAA Glidden Tour® Registration CLOSED

Message from the Tour Chairman…

Rob Burchill, hattiesgarage@comcast.net

We have to advise you that the registration for the 2024 Glidden Tour is now closed.

We are honored to have received such a quick and overwhelming response to this year's tour, reaching the maximum number of people we can accommodate only 20 days after opening registration! We wish we could accommodate more, but unfortunately we cannot.

The Sugarloaf Mountain Region looks forward to hosting everyone who will be joining us for the tour – see you all in September!

It's Never Too Early to Order Your Holiday Cards

AACA Christmas and holiday cards are an annual tradition for many members. These beautiful 5x7 cards feature artwork from renowned artists Ken Eberts and Dan Reed. Here are this year’s new designs...

1970 Ford Country Squire LTD

Artist: Ken Eberts

Inside: Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Lincoln Station 1940

Artist: Dan Reed

Inside: Happy Holidays

The cards come in packs of 12 and include envelopes. Each pack is only $12 (plus shipping). You can purchase them in the AACA store on our website or by calling AACA Headquarters to place your order (717-534-1910).

Is Your Region Prepared to Recruit New Members?

When your region or chapter holds a local car show, that is your best opportunity to recruit new members. The people attending your show are there because they already have an interest in antique cars. If your event is open to non-members, those who have registered and are showing their cars are already willing to participate. These are the folks you should be engaging about how much you enjoy being an AACA member and that they should think about joining.

Now, don’t be caught empty-handed at this point! Make sure your region has something to hand out to potential new members. When you are planning your event, be sure to reach out to National Headquarters to get a supply of materials to help you.

All of these items are available to you at no charge:

-- AACA National Membership Brochure

-- AACA National Membership Application

-- Mustang Car Cutouts

-- AACA Region Membership Brochure

-- AACA National Military Membership Program

Brochure & Application

All the membership materials except the Military Brochure & Application are available in packages of 50. You can request the number of Military Brochure & Applications you want to receive. If this is your first time requesting the military information, we suggest 25 to start. You can always request more.

To request a supply of these items, please email Karen and include your region, address where you would like the items mailed to and the date of your event.

Now, go out there and get those new members!

Attention Regions & Chapters:

FREE Lanyards Available for Your Events

While doing some spring cleaning here at AACA National Headquarters, we came across a large supply of RM Auctions lanyards. We are offering these lanyards to any region or chapter who would like them. They are completely FREE – you just have to pay shipping. Here are the specific details:

18” Grey RM Auctions Lanyard

7/8” Band

Available in packs of 100

Plastic ID holder NOT included

Only Pay Shipping!

Email Jon Curtis your order including the number of packs you would like and your shipping address. Jon will email you back with your shipping cost and instructions for payment.

Are You Heading Out on Any of the National Tours This Year?

Are You Driving Your Car to Your Local Region/Chapter Events?

Then the Mileage Award Program is For You!

If you enjoy driving your antique vehicle, start your engine and get recognized for driving your AACA-approved vehicles throughout the calendar year with the Mileage Award Program (MAP).

Participation is voluntary and tracking mileage is your responsibility. Any time a vehicle is driven – anywhere for any reason – the mileage counts towards the award levels. Once you sign up, you will receive a badge and awards at 2,000, 5,000 and each 5,000-mile increment thereafter. The cost to become a MAP member is a one-time fee of $25.

If you have any questions, please email us.

Check Out the Latest Deals on MemberDeals!

Schedule a Tour of AACA National Headquarters

& Library Research Center

Would your AACA region or chapter like to visit?

What about any of the other car clubs you belong to?

If you are planning a tour or day excursion for a group near the Hershey area, why not include a stop at our building as part of your itinerary?

If you would like to book a tour, please reach out to Amoi Goldman, AACA Reference Librarian & Outreach Coordinator, at 717-534-2082 or agoldman@aaca.org.

Do You Know a Military Veteran Who Would Like to be an AACA Member?

The Military Membership Program is available to Military Veterans that have proudly served to protect our homeland and freedoms. With this program, AACA is extending complimentary 2024 memberships for first-time AACA applicants. More information on this program and an application can be found on the AACA website under Membership and drop down to Military Program, or simply click here.

These complimentary 2024 memberships are for first-time AACA applicants. These complimentary applications for membership are intended for individuals who have a genuine interest in the antique car hobby.

Be Social With Us

AACA hosts online forums! AACA hosts a massive online forum area on our website that you can read and/or join in on the conversations on all sorts of topics. People post some really interesting material and pictures on an everyday basis. If you haven't used the forums before, just use the sign-up button in the upper right corner to create your user account. Anyone can join the online forums and it's completely free.

AACA has Facebook! AACA has an official Facebook page for club information and events. We also have an extremely active Facebook group, where group members post, ask questions and discuss everything and anything car-related. LIKE our Facebook page and ask to JOIN our Facebook group. Don't forget to connect with the AACA Library on their official Facebook page as well.

AACA is on Instagram! @antiqueautomobileclubofamerica

Be sure to use these hashtags: #DrivingHistory, #AACA, #AntiqueAutomobileClubofAmerica, #Hershey, #AACAHershey, #AACAproud, #AACAstrong

AACA National Activities Calendar

August 22-24, 2024

Special Eastern Fall Nationals

Hampton, VA

September 12-14, 2024

Western Fall Nationals

Loveland, CO

September 22-27, 2024

78th Revival AAA Glidden Tour®

Fairfield, PA

October 8-11, 2024

Eastern Fall Nationals

Hershey, PA

Click here to register online – SHOW CAR ONLY

October 24-26, 2024

Southeastern Fall Nationals

Huntsville, AL