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For every LBC owner!

healeyboz

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Went to a show yesterday. It is the second show that I have put the Bugeye in. The first one was a few weeks ago. Met a fellow BCFer in my class (AH Sprite). Thought that was pretty cool. I remembered his car from pics that have been posted. :smile:

But the story is about yesterday. I am posting this for all LBC owners to get a smile. Drove 3 hours north starting at 6:30. Fiance did not want to go because the drive began at 43 degrees. That's okay, took a buddy.
Ran the car both ways 50 - 58 mph all the way. Never getting above 5000 rpm. Really put this new build to the test. Car never skipped a beat!!

When we got there everyone was thrilled to see that a BE made the show. Everyone loved and I mean LOVED the car. As many of us have said in the past, I only go to shows to meet others, enjoy the events, and support clubs that promote the hobby. The awards are ONLY and I mean ONLY an added thrill if the Healey gods permit that day. Guess which class they stuck me in??

Austin Healey...

Okay, now I am up against Big Healeys. Not a problem. Still at the show for the above reasons. There were only 4 Big Healeys at the show. I was the only sprite, let alone Bugeye. I know 3 of the owners of the other cars and they are GREAT guys. They live near me and we have shared many stories and kicked tires quite a bit.
We went through the day watching all of visitors walking past the cars and taking pictures.........

I decided to leave the bonnet down for the spectators. I showed off the engine to a few fellows and of course the judges, but I figure a BE would be a BE if it weren't for its face. Good thing I did!! Most women and kids don't care about the engine. But, they sure do love that smile!!

Awards were being handed out and I ended up winning best in class. Imagine my surprise when I found out that I beat the "B" Healeys!! Chalk one up for LBC owners.

Tooo long of a post to continue the story, but enjoy the pics.
 

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Congrats on the win. the car looks great and what a beautiful place for a car show. looked like a great day for LBC.
 
Congratulations on the win. Boy, what a nice spot for that a show.
 
Good job Barry. Nice to know you are counted when you show up.

Now, you need a place to start keeping garage art.
 
Ah, so true Jack!! A trophy shelf! Need a portrait of your car painted for the garage wall too?? (hint, hint, nudge, nudge!
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WOO HOO! Good for you man! Bringing home a trophy is like icing on a cake.
 
THanks fellas.

The location of the show was indeed a great place! They do the same show every year. I will make sure to go back next year. It sure would be nice to see more Sprite, let alone Bugeyes!!
 
Barry, Congratulations on the win! I have seen photos of your car before and it's one beautiful restoration! It deserves a first place win. <span style="font-weight: bold">Good for you for beating the big guys!</span>
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