Newbie from Cleveland, OH

Discussion in 'Wet behind the ears??' started by accelr8, May 22, 2021.

  1. accelr8

    accelr8 Well-Known Member

    Well, long story short (I hope). I was into Buicks many years ago when I used to go to the GS Nationals with my dad and his ’72 Stage 1. My first national was in 1984 and went every year since then until around 1993. Through the years I always wanted to get a Buick but never did. Several months ago I decided to book a trip to the nationals (first time back in nearly 30 years). Just out of dumb luck I stumbled across and bought a 1972 Skylark Stage 2 Tribute about a week before the nationals. The nationals were a blast and purchasing the car just before hand made it even better. Now I’m excited to be part of the Buick community. I’m sure I’ll have a lot of questions along the way, but hopefully I’ll be able to start contributing sooner rather than later. Anyways, I just wanted to introduce myself.

    Thanks for viewing,

    Jim
     
  2. gsfred

    gsfred Founders Club Member

    Welcome aboard from NY.
    Fred
     
  3. Dano

    Dano Platinum Level Contributor

    Great story Jim - Welcome (back)! My 1st Nationals was '85 (I was 18 and cut HS & drove 700 miles to get there) & was there every year 'til '98 (then '17-18 & '21) so we've surely crossed paths there!
     
  4. Michael_G

    Michael_G Living the Dream... Fast with Class...

    VERY COOL!! ...and Welcome! from Miami, FL... currently... :D
    -MIG
     
  5. Thumper (aka greatscat)

    Thumper (aka greatscat) Well-Known Member

    Nice to see another NE ohio Buick guy on board, welcome.
     
  6. Max Damage

    Max Damage I'm working on it!

    Welcome! Photos of the car?
     
  7. FLGS400

    FLGS400 Gold Level Contributor

    Welcome from another Floridian (Tampa Bay)!

    Can't wait to see pictures of the beast!
     
  8. Buicksky

    Buicksky Gold Level Contributor

    Welcome from Akron. Enjoy your Buick!
     
  9. Pro69GS400

    Pro69GS400 Well-Known Member

    Welcome! Central Ohio here. Your lucky to be up north near Gary(Thumper). Gary is a great engine builder and a wealth of knowledge. He has some rare BUICKs in his collection. Worth a trip if you ever get an opportunity to visit….looking forward to some post’s
     
  10. accelr8

    accelr8 Well-Known Member

    Thanks for all the comments!

    Dano - Cutting HS to go to the nationals ... now that's a great story!

    Chris - I actually did see Gary's collection and it is truly amazing.

    Gary - I don't know if you remember me, but I stopped by your house several years ago in my Z06 (pre mods) to check out a '71 GS455 you were selling. It was a pleasure meeting you and seeing your collection.

    Here are a few pictures. I don't have many at the moment. I believe the previous owner was a member of this forum.
     

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  11. Thumper (aka greatscat)

    Thumper (aka greatscat) Well-Known Member

    I remember now, nice Z06, but now you've entered the dark side, lol. I did sell the 71, to a Pa highway patrolman. Great guy and has brought it to Buick events. I love the color on your acquisition, looks fast,would love to see it sometime.
     
  12. Briz

    Briz Founders Club Member

    Welcome. Probably saw your car in BG. I was cruising a beat 66 Wildcat Vert.
     
  13. accelr8

    accelr8 Well-Known Member

    Briz - Unfortunately, I wasn't able to take the car to the nationals. The car was in storage for several years, so I just trailered it home and now in my "free time" I'm going through the whole car to make sure it's safe and reliable to drive ... but I did get several needed items at the swap meet.

    Gary - I'm looking forward to getting together with you and talking shop once I get the car road-worthy.
     
  14. Thumper (aka greatscat)

    Thumper (aka greatscat) Well-Known Member

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    sounds good jim
     
  15. Dragdoc

    Dragdoc Well-Known Member

    Welcome back to the Buick world from Chicago burbs
     
  16. accelr8

    accelr8 Well-Known Member

    Thanks Dragdoc!
     
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  18. accelr8

    accelr8 Well-Known Member

    Thanks Bill!

    I lived in Brook Park for nearly my whole life (still do). Did you go to Midpark? I’m class of ‘86.
     
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  20. Lon Bauer

    Lon Bauer Well-Known Member

    Welcome to V8Buick. I lived in Rocky River (class of 84), Lakewood, West Park, and West Cleveland most of my young life then down to Wadsworth to raise a family.
     
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