2008 presentation night dorset gardens hotel
Congratulations to Jeff Wilson on being awarded member of the year.
Well done to the committee for organising a great night
Congratulations to Jeff Wilson on being awarded member of the year.
Well done to the committee for organising a great night
The 6th Chev Convention was held in Bendigo on the 1st and 2nd of October showcasing classic Chevs with drag racing, burnouts and show n shine.
With a sunny cloud free weekend, the convention attracted a wide arrange of classic Chevs.
Starting on the Friday night with a bench session and sausage sizzle at Lords Raceway, entrants had the chance to check out some of the cool cars hanging out in the car park. The registration desk was running hot
57 Chev 2 door, David Mercieca
55 Coupe, Dave Hall
55 Sedan, Graeme Drew
68 Camaro, Greg Brogan
57 Wagon, Karl and Barb Wakartschuk
57 Convertible, Ross Anderson
C10 Pick Up, Paul Elsey
65 4Dr Impala, Christine Dow
57 Delivery, John French
56 Coupe, Tim Perrin
Longest Distance – Phil Marrinon
Police Choice – 55 Sedan, Neil Esposito
Vigils Choice – Red 69 Camaro Glenn Godden
Top Paint – 55 Coupe, David Farrugia
Best Commercial – 57 Delivery, John French
Tuff Car – 65 Coupe, Geoffrey Whiteworth
Best Interior – 55 Coupe, David Hall
Best Rod – 34 Roadster, Chris Martin
Encouragement Award – 56 Pick up, Steve Borg
Burnout – 57 Wagon, Karl Wakartschuk
Coolest Ride – 64 Impala, Glenn Rulach
Best 567 – 57 Convertible, Ross Anderson
Hard Luck – 57 Chev, Bob Stevens
Drags Winner – Chevy Nova, Geoff Styles

A great turn out to Heathcote ensured continous classic chevs lining for the quarter mile all day. Phil Marrinon provided interesting commentary from the tower while some quick Chevs provided plenty of action.
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Saturday saw a good turn out at Heathcote Drags with the drags starting early and continuing all day. |