FEBRUARY 2020 Bucket Sheets

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P.O. Box 270584 BUCKET SHEETS
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BUCKET SHEETS

Edition 50 Issue 05 February 2020

from 1970 to 2020

The purpose of the club shall be the maintenance of the highest standards of courtesy
and safety on the road; the enjoyment and sharing of the goodwill and fellowship
engendered by owning a Chevrolet Corvette, engaging in social activities and
competitive events and encouraging favorable interest in the club and the Corvette;
the maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the
Marque by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information; the
establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relations with manufacturers,
dealers and service courses to the end that the Marque will prosper and enjoy
continuity and prominence; to have, exercise, and enjoy all the powers and purposes
which may be exercised by a non-profit organization.

Suburban Corvettes of Minnesota, Inc. will be meeting at 7:30 p.m. on the third
Tuesday of every month until further notice at:

JIMMY’S FOOD & DRINK
1132 East County Road E
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
(651) 482-1100

Interested owners of Corvettes are welcome to attend meetings or club
functions. Family membership, $85; Single, $65; Associate, $20; Lifetime, $55.
All include NCCC membership. Additional information can be found on our web
page:

www.suburbancorvettesofminnesota.com

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Report from our President

Been doing some more reading and trying to
develop a more educated opinion on another C8
rumor I’ve reading about. Even though the C8 has
not started production as of the day I’ve started
this, I’m seeing more and more articles talking
about the prospects of a C8 Hybrid. I know there
are several other ‘supercars’ that are hybrid with a gas engine driving some
wheels and electric motors supplementing them. A number of sites like Mo-
tor1.com have been releasing pictures of supposed C8 hybrid prototypes for
months now, in the usual camouflaged cover. Motor Trend is even saying that
the C8 ZR1 may be a twin turbo V8 hybrid while others say it will be a V6
based hybrid. Whether it happens or not, it’s always fun to watch how some
of these rumors develop and ultimately whether there’s any truth to them or
not. Personally, I think that batteries will make or break it for a C8 hybrid.
Do you think it will happen or not and if so, how soon?

Every see a C8 on a flatbed? According to the photo and article on LSX.com
two GM engineers decided to go street racing In Bowling Green on January
10th in two preproduction C8’s and got caught. This is just one more example
of ‘keep it off the street’. Whether they have license or jobs when all it done
is unknown, but it’s just another good example of why racing on the street is
stupid.

Speaking of C8’s, did you see #001 was auctioned off for charity to the tune
of $3,000,000? Though they rolled a car across the Barrett-Jackson stage for
the sale, turns out it’s not the actual #001 as that’s not yet been produced due
to the UAW strike. A lot of PR and money for charity was created for the
event, wish I could have been there.

Got one more C8 tidbit then I’ll leave them alone for a while. Motor Trend
shows a pre-production C8 parked apparently at one of the GM employee’s
house (I assume) on blocks. Posted on January 23d, seems someone stole
the tires and rims right in front of the house, leaving the car on a couple of
concrete blocks like a beached whale.

I started writing this right around the time of the 5” snowfall in January. As
I was getting the snow shovel and show blower out, I had to walk by the
Corvette. She looked so sad sitting under the car cover in the garage, wanting

Continued on Page 4

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Hamburger, Fries and Catch-up

Saturday, March 7th 5:00 P.M.

Crooked Pint

1734 Adolphus St
Maplewood , MN 55117

Hosted by
Ron Reidell
Phone 814-931-9455
[email protected]
crookedpint.com

Saturday, April 4th 5:00 P.M.

Houlihan’s

1294 Promenade Pl
Eagan, MN 55121

Hosted by
Barb & Roger Dahlquist

Phone 612-730-7020
[email protected]
www.houlihans.com

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President’s report from Page 2
to get out and cruise the highways. I know I could get her out, but the big ques-
tion is could I get her back in? There was still that 5” of snow down the middle
of the alley, all the ice, salt and snow on the streets and a small incline getting
up into the garage, not to mention the tires on the car wouldn’t be typically
considered snow tires. I may not be able to take her out, but I think I’ll go start
her up this week to insure she doesn’t feel neglected lately. I have to say I’m
envious of the snowbirds, being able to typically drive their Vettes during the
winter months.

Can’t pass it up. Just read today that the first production C8 came off the line,
so I expect we’ll be seeing them on the street soon.

Paul Hauschildt

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Sunday, March 15, 2020

Entering this year’s contest are: Classic Corvettes of Minnesota; Corvettes of Minnesota,
Suburban Corvette Club of Minnesota, NCRS, Minnesota Renegades, River City Corvettes, Crow
River Corvettes and FOM. Other clubs TBA.

This year the Chili Challenge wants you to bring your individual, group or club chili recipes in a
crock-pot (or larger heated vessel) to share. Entries are unlimited. We’re hoping for at least

20 different chilies. So break out those tasty recipes and come on down to:

American Legion Post 580
290 Lake Drive East

Chanhassen, MN 55317
952-934-6677

The American Legion Post 580 will provide us with a banquet room, tables and outlets to plug in
our crock pots (we pay for this) and Post 580 will also provide us with a cash bar. We’ll supply
our own disposable bowls, napkins and utensils. All you need to bring is yourself and an appetite.

This is a free event plus all entrants get one free raffle ticket.

So whether you cook or not come on down to taste and vote. We’ll have door prizes, raffles, a
silent auction for charity and prizes for the various winning chili recipes. “Best Overall Chili,

Best Mystery Chili and Best Tasting Spicy Chili”. (1st, 2nd and 3rd)

Hope to see you there. If you have questions contact:

Shawn Hanna at: 763-425-6550

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GREG and BARBARA STATTMAN
AND

DON and SUSAN DOTY
BRING YOU THE ANNUAL SUBURBAN CORVETTE SPRING BRUNCH

Sunday, MAY 3

MEET FOR COFFEE AND BREAKFAST TREATS BETWEEN 8:30 AND 10:00
Don and Susan Lacour Doty’s
2842 Mayfield Road

Wayzata, MN (GPS will say Minnetonka)

Cruise will depart at 10:00 with driver’s meeting 15 minutes prior to
departure.

 Brunch will be at 12:00 at The Wild Golf Course in Prior Lake
 Cost is $17.95 which includes coffee and juice
 Extras are tax and tip; and Bloody Mary or Mimosa are $4.00

each

Sign up at the March or April Meeting or call 651-270-7631. Please
reserve your spot by Friday, May 1.

Indicate if interested in an afternoon cruise after brunch when signing up.

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SCM’s Newest Members

Cathy & Bruce Dumke
2012 Grand Sport Red Coupe

joined December 2019

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Hamburger, Fries, & Catchup

The February HFC was hosted by
Bonnie & Dave Schmuck with 24
members and guests attending

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Woodbury, MN

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HFC Lakes Tavern & Grill

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Congratulations to our club sponsor Matt
Saxe Chevrolet. on 2019 Corvette sales

NATIONAL DEALERS

Rank Dealership Location Corvettes

1 KERBECK CHEVROLET BUICK GMC ATLANTIC CITY NJ 913
5 LES STANFORD CHEVROLET CADILLAC DEARBORN MI 318
35 BILL STASEK CHEVROLET INC WHEELING IL 58
54 MATT SAXE CHEVROLET BUICK BELLE PLAINE MN 39
100 DIMMIT CHEVROLET CLEARWATER FL 27

MINNESOTA DEALERS

CORVETTE SALES 2019 CYTD THRU DEC 2019
DEALER YTD SALES

MATT SAXE CHEVROLET BUICK 39
CHEVROLET OF WAYZATA 13
MERIT CHEVROLET CO 12
SUBURBAN CHEVROLET 11
GILLELAND CHEVROLET 7
STILLWATER MOTOR COMPANY 7
RYAN CHEVROLET-CADILLACE, INC 6
MARTHALER CHEVROLET OF GLENWOOD 6
HOUSE CHEVROLET CO 5
HARRY BROWNS LLC 5
SHAKOPEE CHEVROLET 4

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Event Chairpersons Needed


for the

Plastic Fantastic Car Show


Autumn Cruise


HFC Events Aug - Dec


Annual Awards Banquet


If interested contact


Roger Dahlquist, VP
[email protected]

612-730-7020

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2020 Events Calendar

February 2020
1 - HFC Hosted by Bonnie and Dave Schmuck Location: Lakes Tavern & Grill,
Woodbury MN
4 – Board Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:00 pm
18 – General Membership Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:30 pm
March 2020
3 - Board Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:00pm
7 - HFC 5:00pm – Hosted by Ron Reidell. Location: Crooked Pint Ale House,
1734 Adolphus St, Maplewood, Mn
15 - Chili Challenge – American Legion Post 580, 290 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen,
MN – Shawn & Janet Hanna
17 - General Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:30pm
April 2020
4 - HFC 5:00 pm - Hosted by Barb and Roger Dahlquist. Location: Houlihan’s,
1294 Promenade Pl. Eagan, MN
7 - Board Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:00pm
21 - General Meeting - Jimmy’s 7:30pm

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Non-Club Sponsored Events

March 2020
7 – 15 47th Annual Twin Cities Auto Show. www.twincitiesautoshow.com

The Minnesota Car Club Association handbook is available on the
www.autoswalk.com website. Met Council Website is met-council.org

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You’re Invited to

Save the Date

July 24 – 26, 2020

Suburban Corvettes of
Minnesota will be celebrating its

50th Anniversary!

Venue Jimmy’s Food & Drink
Location 1132 County Road E East

Vadnais Heights, MN 55110

The weekend has many exciting events planned including
a show/shine car show, various destination cruise tours,
meet & greet reception with a barbeque to include a

surprise guest entertainer, Saturday evening banquet with
exceptional entertainment and a wonderful brunch on
Sunday.

Suburban Corvettes extends an invitation to all Corvette
owners to join us in this celebration and MARK your
calendars now for this fun filled event.

Please refer to the Midwest Social Calendar for an event
flyer and to Suburban Corvettes of Minnesota website
which will be continually updated to reflect details of event

– www.suburbancorvettesofminnesota.com

Event registration and hotel accommodations will be on
the website April 1, 2020.

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RONALD G. MARKS

Attorney at Law

Estate Planning: Gift Planning &
Wills & Trusts Gift Tax
Powers of Attorney Personal Injury
Estate Tax Business Law

25% fee discount to Corvette Club Members

(763) 458-7752 [email protected]

Northstar Detail Supply, LLC

Randy Atwood NorthstarDetailSupply.com

[email protected]

12111 278th Avenue
Zimmerman, MN 55398
612-889-8837


When visiting our sponsor Matt Saxe Chevrolet Buick


present your 2019 NCCC identification card

for eligible parts and service discounts

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Board Meeting Minutes

February 4, 2020

The February SCM Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by President
Paul Hauschildt

Board Members Present: Paul Hauschildt, Roger Dahlquist, Gloria Weeks,
Barb Stattman, Dave Olson, Marie George, Ron Weeks, Steve Heasley, Sue
Griffin, Dave Scherf, Steven Mael, Lynn Steenblock, Butch George.

Board Members Not Present: Sandi Scott, Dave Benner, Marty Buck, Jim
Bodin

Guests Present: Shawn Hanna

Secretary’s Report: Gloria Weeks reported,
The January Board Meeting minutes were presented. A motion to approve the
minutes as published was made by Lynn Steenblock with a second by Roger
Dahlquist; motion passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Barb Stattman reported,
● Withdrawals were attributed to Spina Bifida and 50th Anniversary
advances
● Deposits were attributed to Membership Dues. Over $700 on deposit at
Member Planet recovered from prior years. Deposited in bank account.

Treasurer’s reports are available for review.

Membership Report: Marie George reported,
● SCM members = 201, Lifetime members = 86, and
NCCC members = 177

Public Relations: Dave Olson reported,
● Advertisers are current.
● Advertiser Midwest Clear Bra has moved. Their ad will be updated
with the February Bucket Sheets.
● Dave Olson and Ron Weeks will meet with Matt Saxe and Greg Simon
on Friday February 7th to review sponsorship. A new contract should
be put into place after that meeting.

Editor’s Report: Ron Weeks reported,
● Deadline for articles is Friday, February 7, 2020. Next month will be
Friday, March 6.
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IT Report: Steve Heasley reported,
● Website is up to date with the exception of the pending annual banquet
pictures.
● Membership computer has a bad hard drive. A motion was made by
Ron Weeks to take to the membership a request to spend up to $600 for
a laptop computer with a second by Lynn Steenblock. Motion passed.
Steve will look into the possibility of repairing the bad computer. If it
can be fixed it would give the Board a backup spare computer.

Governor’s Report: No Report.

Vice President’s Report: Roger Dahlquist reported,
● Roger reviewed past club sponsored events;
Feb 1 HFC Hosted by Bonnie and Dave Schmuck at Lakes Tavern &
Grill in Woodbury. 24 participants.
● Roger reviewed future club sponsored events;
Mar 7 HFC Hosted by Ron Reidell at Crooked pint Ale House in Ma-
plewood.
May 3 – Spring Cruise. Chairs Susan and Don Doty and Barb and
Greg Stattman.

See the Vice President’s calendar for a full list of both club sponsored and non-
club sponsored events in the Bucket Sheets or visit the website.

Old Business:
● 50th Anniversary celebration – Need budget for March Board meeting.

Dave Benner working on it.

New Business:
● Shawn Hanna gave an overview of the requirements for the non-sanctioned

driver schools being held at Brainerd this year. He reported that the Drivers
School received approval from NCCC to issue to attendees High Speed
Certification upon completion of the course.
● Shawn Hanna passed out a 2020 Drivers School Budget handout. The
handout also reflected comparison budget and actual dollars spent in previ-
ous years. A motion to take the Driver’s School Budget to the Membership
was made by Barb Stattman with a second by Ron Weeks. Motion passed.
A motion to authorize a deposit for the Driver’s School was made and ap-
proved at the October 2019 Membership meeting. Therefore, if we do not
have a quorum in March to approve the full 2020 budget it can be deferred
to a later meeting.

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● Marie George reviewed the administrative roles listed in Member Planet to
make sure everyone listed would still like to continue their role. There were
changes made and Marie will update Member Planet to reflect the assign-
ments.

A motion to adjourn was made by Dave Olson with a second by Ron Weeks.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:49pm.
Respectfully submitted by
Gloria Weeks, Acting Secretary

NOTE: Membership Meeting Minutes start on Page 22

As part of our sponsorship agreement with Matt Saxe Chevrolet
any member that purchases a new Corvette from the dealership
would be eligible for reimbursement of their dues. To insure
that we include everyone that made a purchase a list needs to be
compiled with the name, date purchased, mailing address, and
Corvette model. The club will send a recap of those purchases to
Matt Saxe Chevrolet with the amount of dues paid. The dealer-
ship will send checks to the individuals that qualify. Since the
relationship was new during this past year the purchases would
be for the period from March 1st through December 31, 2019.

Send the information to: [email protected]

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Membership Meeting Minutes

Date: January 28, 2020

The January Membership Meeting of Suburban Corvettes of Minnesota was
called to order with 41 members present at 7:30pm by President Paul Hauschil-
dt.

Secretary’s Report: Gloria Weeks reported
General Meeting minutes from December were presented. A motion was made
to approve the minutes as published in the January Bucket Sheets by Bonnie
Schmuck with a second by Dave Anderson; motion passed.

Treasurer’s Report: Paul Hauschildt reported for Barb Stattman
● Expenses were attributed to the banquet and NCCC Dues.
● Deposits were attributed to Newsletter and Membership dues.

Treasurer’s reports are available for review.

Membership Report: Marie George reported
SCM Members: 193, Lifetime Members: 80, and NCCC Members: 167

First Timers: None
Second Timers: None
Third Timers: None

Public Relations: Dave Olson reported
● Advertisers are current.
● Dave noted that Advertiser Midwest Clear Bra has moved. Dave has
received a new ad from them and the address change will be reflected
in the February newsletter.
● Dave advised that there is a meeting with Matt Saxe Chevrolet sched-
uled next week. Ron Weeks and Dave Olson will be meeting with
them.

Editor’s Report: Ron Weeks reported
● Deadline for articles next month is Friday, February 7, 2020.
● Ron reported that he put pictures on the classified ads in the Wheelin’
and Dealin’ page for the January Bucket Sheets. He noted he will
only do that going forward if space is available.

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IT Report: Steve Heasley reported
● Steve reported that the Website is current. He has included a tab on the
front of the Website for the 50th anniversary celebration. There is a
link that will take people to the flyer.

Governor’s Report: Paul Hauschildt reported for Jim Bodin
● Insurance certificates are up to date.

Vice President’s Report: Roger Dahlquist reported
Club Sponsored Events:
Past Events:

● Jan 4 – HFC hosted by Paul and Peg Hauschildt at the Red Lobster in
Maple Grove. Paul reported that it was well attended and the service
was good.

Upcoming Events:
● Feb 1 – HFC hosted by Bonnie and Dave Schmuck at the Lakes Tavern
& Grill in Woodbury. Dave announced that there is a signup sheet on
the back table.
● Mar 7 – HFC hosted by Ron Reidell at the Crooked Pint Ale House in
Maplewood. Ron announced that there is a signup sheet on the back
table.
● Mar 15 – Chili Challenge – American Legion Post 580 in Chanhassen.
Jan Hanna reported stating that the event has been moved to the Ameri-
can Legion because Jimmy’s can no longer accommodate us. They will
have nice door prizes again this year. Anyone bringing a chili should
arrive ½ hour prior to start time. The event averages 120 – 150 people.
Jan and Shawn attended the Daytona FL 24 hour Rolex. Jan gave an
overview of the event.
● Roger advised that the Club will need a chair for the Plastic Fantastic
car show.
● Roger stated that Jim Bodin will not be chairing the Autumn Cruise this
year. This event can still take place with a new chairperson.
● Spring Cruise – Roger reported that the event will take place on May
3rd. The event chairs will be Don and Susan Doty and Greg and Barb
Stattman.
● There are openings for HFC hosts for the August through December
months.

Minutes continued on next page

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● Ron Reidell gave an update on the SCM 50th Anniversary event. It
will be a three day event. Friday will be registration at noon and a Cor-
vette corral for car show parking. The evening will provide food and
entertainment from 5 – 8 pm. Saturday will consist of morning cruises
(4 – 5 different cruises to choose from). There will be a social hour
from 5:30 – 6:30 pm with dinner and entertainment to follow. Sunday
brunch at Keller Golf Course. There will be a photo shoot sometime in
May. The committee has reserved the front cover of October Blue Bars
for the photo. Tee and polo shirts are in the design phase. All times are
tentative and there will be rooms blocked at the hotel.

Please see the Vice President’s calendar in the Bucket Sheets or visit the website
for a full list of both Club sponsored and non-Club sponsored events.

Old Business: None

New Business:
● Hospitality – Gloria Weeks and Sue Griffin. Gloria gave an overview
of Hospitality responsibilities and introduced Sue Griffin as the new
Hospitality Chair.
● Paul Hauschildt stated that he had heard from Scott Hegstrand advising
him that the MCCA meeting held in February will not take place this
year. Scott will therefore not need flyers for our club events.
● Birthdays – Members with January birthdays were recognized.

Door Prizes: (not eligible if won in the last 3 months)
● Gift card to Olive Garden – Ron Weeks

A motion was made by Jim Griffin to adjourn with a second by Judy Randall.
Motion passed and the meeting was adjourned at 8:22pm.

Respectfully submitted by
Gloria Weeks, Acting Secretary

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Wheelin’ and Dealin’

FOR SALE - CARS:

All SCCM members are welcome to submit ads to the editor for Corvettes or Cor-
vette related parts that they want to see or acquire. These ads are run for 2 months
after which they will automatically be dropped. If the items are sold, please notify
the editor so that the ad can be cancelled. You may also renew the ad if the items
aren’t sold after 2 months. There is no charge to members for this service.

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Wheelin’ and Dealin’

FOR SALE - PARTS:

C5 factory alum (gray) wheels w/Kumho tires

Front; 17»x9.5» wheels, 245/45/17

Kumho Ecsta XS tires

Rear; 18»x 10.5» wheels,

275/35/18 Kumho Ecsta XS tires

Includes center caps. Wheels are

like new.

Tires are balanced and have less

than 200 miles on them.

Package price $1,100 (consider separating,

$600 tires, $500 wheels)

  

C5 Cleartastic Front and Rear wheel panel kit

    New in the envelope.

    Free to a good home.

G-Force Polytech 3” latch and link, 5 point safety harness
Like new. Expired for NHRA
use, but great for muscle car,
hot rod, custom, show car,
autocross, etc.
    1 - Blue set, 2 - Red sets
    $40 each, $115 for all 3 sets
    
B & M Supercooler transmis-
sion cooler
    Model #70274,great shape
    Size; 5 3/4» x 11» x 1 1/2»

     Call 763-425-5503 (Jay)

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Behind the Scenes

President: Paul Hauschildt OFFICERS
952-588-8046 [email protected]
Vice President: Roger Dahlquist 612-730-7020 [email protected]
Membership: Marie George 763-786-0356 [email protected]
Treasurer: Barb Stattman 952-435-6657 [email protected]
Governor: Jim Bodin 612-940-5275 [email protected]
Public Relations: Dave Olson 612-245-4320 [email protected]
Secretary: OPEN POSITION 952-000-0000 [email protected]
Editor: Ron Weeks 952-546-0434 [email protected]
Information Technology: Steve Heasley 651-308-0676 webmaster
@suburbancorvettesofminnesota.com

ADDITIONAL COMMITTEES
BOARD
GMCCA Liaison: Eric Kehle
MEMBERS

Dave Benner
Sue Griffin Spina Bifida: Bruce & Char Johnson
Sandi Scott
Gloria Weeks
Steven Mael
Dave Scherf Met Council Rep: Scott Hegstrand
Marty Buck

Lynn Steenblock
Butch George Hospitality Sue Griffin -

[email protected]



National Corvette Museum Ambassador

Greg Stattman - [email protected]

Bucket Sheets is published monthly by Suburban Corvettes of Minnesota. The publication
is free to Suburban Corvette club members. Nonmember subscription rate is $35 per year.
Please mail dues or subscription request to: Marie George, 9103 Van Buren ST NE, Blaine,
MN 55434. All submissions are subject to editing as needed and must be received by the
Friday following the1st Tuesday of the month for publication in the next issue. Submissions,
comments, advertisements, articles, & pics can be e-mailed to [email protected]. Annual
Advertising rates:

1/2 page = $100.00, full page = $175.00, inside covers = $250.00.
Half page and larger ads qualify for display on website.

For advertising information call: Dave Olson: 612-245-4320

Suburban Corvettes thanks all our advertisers and sponsors for their support. As a Club,
however, we do not endorse the products or workmanship of any company. Any warranty or

guarantees must come from the company or manufacturer.

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