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The Newsletter of the Tidewater Chapter of the BMW Car Club of America

das Kummetdas KummetMarch • April 2008

Events on the Horizon...

BMW presented the racing version of the new BMW M3 at the Chicago Auto Show. Powered by a 485 bhp eight cylinder engine, this impressive race car has been designed to compete in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) beginning in 2009. The car is based on the fourth generation of the BMW M3, the high-performance sports car produced by BMW M GmbH.

March 9th - Driving School

March 29th - Coffee and Conversation

April 5th - Qtrly Dinner at Dockside

April 12th - Tech Session

April 19 - Eastern Shore Drive

OFFICERS & KEY PEOPLE

PresidentBob Eveleigh (757) [email protected]

Vice PresidentBob Avery (757) [email protected]

SecretaryJeff Triplett (757) [email protected]

TreasurerEd DeLanis (757) [email protected]

Activities CommitteeNick Jones (757) 839-5715Anita Britt (757) 660-7951Jeff Triplett (757) 620-4171Tripp Racioppi (804) [email protected]

Membership ChairpersonJudy Semo (757) [email protected]

Member-At-LargeKempton Shields (804) [email protected]

WebmeisterCurt Kiser (757) [email protected]

Newsletter EditorPeter Florance (757) [email protected]

Driving School Events ChairmanChief InstructorBob Brochu (757) [email protected]

Tech Session ChairmanJohn Eggleston (757) [email protected]

Autocross ChairmanBob Brochu (757) [email protected]

BMW Classics ChairmanSteve Waddell (757) [email protected]

Peninsula RepJim Waldeck (757) [email protected]

Outer Banks N.C. RepJack Robey (252) [email protected]

Rally/CruisingJim Waldeck (757) [email protected]

MEMBERSHIPTidewater Chapter: 1,360 as of 12/18/2007National Membership: 76,184 as of 12/18/07

ADDRESS CHANGESAddress changes can be made on the BMWCCA National website (www.bmwcca.org) by logging in with your name and 6 digit member number. From there, click on the ’Member Services’ link on the top of the page; then click on the ‘Change of Address’ link.

Or write to:ROUNDEL BMW CCA640 South Main Street - Suite 201Greenville, SC 29601

All changes done through the National office will update both your National and Tidewater Chapter address information. If you are a member of our Yahoo Group, [email protected], please also remember to update your profile.

NEWSLETTER and PHOTO CONTRIBUTIONS:Your articles and photos are very welcomed by us. To be included in an issue the materials must be received by the 10th of the month preceding the date of next issue. To spice up the newsletter we always need photos of chapter events. We may also use them on the chapter website. Send your contribu-tions to [email protected]. Thanks!

Visit our Chapter webpage at:www.tidewaterbmwcca.org

FINE PRINT NOTICE: Das Kummet is published bimonthly and remains the property of the Tidewa-ter Chapter BMW CCA, P.O. Box 62145, Virginia Beach, VA 23462-2145. All information is for mem-bers and advertisers only. Ideas, suggestions, writings, and opinions are those of the contributing authors without authentication by or liability to the BMW CCA, the Editors, or Officers of the Tide-water BMW CCA chapter. No information in das Kummet bears the status of “Factory Approved” unless so stated and implies no endorsement or guarantees expressed. The Tidewater Chapter of the BMW CCA is completely independent of and in no way connected with BMW NA or BMW AG. The contents of this publication remains the property of the chapter. All BMW CCA chapters, with permission, may quote or copy from the publication provided full credit is given to the author and the Tidewater Chapter unless noted as “Copyrighted” and is not used for commercial purposes.

Calendar of Events

Lend an Ear, Lend a Hand

Presidentally Speaking

Annual Banquet

New Members

Volunteers Wanted

Reminiscences

Classifieds

Food Bank

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We have events for most every interest in motor sports. If you don’t see something you like, contact a Chapter Officer with suggestions for new events. Our goal is simple - Provide BMW owners and their families with a wide variety of events, encourage greater participation by spouses and young drivers and schedule “fun” events to relax and unwind from the daily pace at work.

Some events are announced at the last minute on our Yahoo Group called Das Kummet. Please sign up to join this group if you have not already done so. Instructions can be found on our web site under the Newsletters & E-mail groups tab. Expect last minute announcements and event changes to be posted to this group along with the large chapter BULLHORN email notifications.

Listed below are chapter events scheduled for the next few months. These include events (shown in italics) held by other organizations that our members regularly attend and may be of interest to you. For members interested in High Performance Driving Events (HPDE), racing and additional autocross opportunities, please see the “Track Junkies” section of our Web Site - www.tidewaterbmwcca.org

March9th - Driving School at Langley Speedway - Contact Bob Brochu at [email protected] or 757-430-8124. Check the Driving Events tab at www.tidewaterbmwcca.org for more details and required forms. Advance registration required. 3165 North Armistead Ave., Hampton, Virginia.

29th Saturday - Coffee and Conversation at the Peninsula Panera’s

April5th Saturday - Quarterly Dinner - Dockside in Virginia Beach Shore Drive, VA. Beach - 6:30 PM. POC Jeff Triplett – 757-620-4171 or [email protected]

12th Saturday - Tech Session at Atlantic Autowerks. 5461 VA Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA. POC John Eggleston at 757-473-1685 or [email protected]

19th Saturday - Eastern Shore Drive - Meet at the Toll Plaza Parking Lot - 9:00AM - Round Trip toll $17.00 - POC Jeff Triplett – 757-620-4171 [email protected]

26th Saturday - Coffee and Conversation at the Janaf Panera’s

May17th Saturday - Rally on the Peninsula. POC Glenn Martin

May 24th - 5th Annual Vintage at the VineyardsVintage BMW gathering, Westbend Vineyards, Lewisville, NC . Event website: www.vintageatthevineyards.zoomshare.com Contact: Scott Sturdy [email protected], or(336) 773-1809

Calendar of EventsThe Charitable Events Committee is supporting the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia for 2008.

You can support this effort by bringing canned goods to any Chapter event. Bob Parsons is heading up the Committee. For more information or to volunteer to help the Committee,please contact Bob [email protected]

What type of activities would you like to see the Chapter organize?Rate the following activities from 1 to 10 according to your interest with 10 indicating your greatest interest.

Scenic drives to a lunch destinationSocial dinners/ gatherings /whereDriving schoolsRally’sPicnicsScenic drive with an overnight stayTech sessions/how to do repairsTrack events

General information

When are you most likely to participate in activities?Kid friendly activities?What other activities would you like to see the Chapter host?What are you not interested in?

Please respond to [email protected]

ActivitiesQuestionnaire

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31st Saturday - Coffee and Conversation at the Peninsula Panera’s

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It was a brisk night in January and the snow was flurrying as I drove to the Omni Hotel for the Tidewater Chapter Annual Banquet. The butterflies were doing back-flips in the pit of my stomach, but I needn’t have worried as I was in good hands. I had learned a few days earlier that both the outgoing and the incoming presidents would not be able to attend, and that I would be either “in the spotlight”, or, “on the spot” as the master of ceremonies.

My fears proved to be groundless as helping hands appeared from everywhere. Gary and Karen Wickstrand were on the spot and working the check-in table. Peter Florance was already there with a spare laptop and the slide show of 2007 activities. Judy Semo arrived soon after with the slides for the evening’s presentation. Ed DeLanis had some special cards ready for me to present to outgoing officers Bill Oates, Bob Parsons, and Glenn Martin. by over 60 attendees who braved the weather. Curt Kiser assisted with the slide show, and Bob Parsons helped with the drawing for door prizes. My thanks to all the incoming and outgoing officers who were

in attendance; apart from those already mentioned; Jeff Triplet, Bob Brochu, and Nick Jones. I hope I didn’t leave anybody out.

An organization like the Tidewater Chapter of the BMWCCA would not exist without the help of a lot of volunteers. I must admit that I volunteer because I enjoy car club activities, and I figure that if I want

to be a part of a strong chapter that has fun events; then I’m investing my time well. I would encourage everybody reading these notes to resolve to try

to get involved in some of the events this year. Try to attend a few of the fun events we have planned in your areas of interest; whether driving, tech,

collecting, or just going to a nice restaurant and socializing with your fellow enthusiasts. Try to volunteer if you have the time to work on a committee, assist with an event, or write something for the newsletter.

Being in a car club like ours can mean so much more than just getting a magazine and a newsletter in the mail each month. Make the most out of your membership, and get the most

enjoyment out of your BMWs by driving them to the next event on the calendar that strikes your fancy.

Lend an Ear, Lend a HandBy Bob Avery

“Dinner was served…with a garnish of good conversation…”


Greetings from your 2008 Tidewater Chapter Board of Governors, officers and volunteers! The election results (ok, they were uncontested) are in and the new slate of officers are hard at work. The new Board, officers and volunteer Chairpersons are listed on page ___. Thanks to the hard work of our 2007 Board, officers and volunteers we already have a solid schedule of events lined up for 2008. Bill Oates, Glenn Martin and Bob Parsons have retired from active duty, but will remain closely involved in Chapter activities as have so many former officers of the Chapter. Bill, Glenn and Bob, thank you for all you have done for the Chapter!

By the time you read this we will already have held the Annual Banquet, two Coffee and Conversation events and a Fun Drive on the Peninsula. Our first of two Driving Skills Clinics will be held in March. We are off to a great start.

Chapter volunteers are busily lining up dinners, the Annual Picnic, Tech Sessions, another Driving event and more for the rest of the year. Please make plans to attend. If you are a relatively new member or have not been out to an event in a while I encourage you to attend an event or become a volunteer. We have a great group with a broad

variety of interests. I am sure we will make you feel right at home.

Switching gears, I travelled to Italy in November for a short vacation. This was my first chance to see the 1 Series in the skin and get exposed to some of BMW’s diesels. A 1 Series actually looks large in Italy especially set against numerous Smart cars and other golf cart sized conveyances. It won’t look half as large over here but it will still be a great addition to the BMW lineup. Diesel power also is popular. By now you have probably read some of the articles in Roundel and I have to agree the diesels are powerful, smooth and frugal. We need them here and it appears we will see a 335d and 535d soon. I can’t wait for a test drive.

BMW has lots of other product launches coming this year. Unfortunately the March launch of the M3 may be muted as many of the launch cars were damaged in transit to the US by a winter storm at sea. BMW is repairing some and crushing others. All tolled reports suggest as many as 400+ cars were damaged. Just repeat after me – good things come to those who wait. Really, really good things.

Bob Eveleigh

Presidentially Speaking

May 24th - 5th annual Vintage at the VineyardsVintage BMW gathering, Westbend Vineyards, Lewisville, NC . Event website: www.vintageatthevineyards.zoomshare.com Contact: Scott Sturdy [email protected], or (336) 773-1809


This year’s Annual Banquet was held at the Omni Newport News Hotel and was a resounding success. That night also showed the resolve that the members of our Chapter have to join in and have a wonderful evening, regardless of the weather.

The weatherman indicated that there was a possibility of snow the evening the event. Did that stop folks from jumping in their vehicles and heading to the dinner? Of course not. Some arrived in their BMWs, others in all-wheels of other brands and still some in 4X4 trucks.

In actuality, the snow was not an issue, though people were prepared for the worst. On arriving at the hotel, the drive up to the parking area looked like a picture postcard with snow on the lawns and in the trees. It was truly very beautiful.

This banquet was a little unusual in that it was to be the last official function for outgoing President, Bill Oates; Secretary, Glenn Martin; and Activities Chair, Bob Parsons. Our thanks to all for a job well done, and in the case of Bob Parsons, a five year term creating and leading events to various venues and events. Bob has ensured continued successful club activities by forming a new Activities Committee to carry on planning efforts. If there is a function, event, or tech session you want to participate in, feel free to contact the members of this Committee via the website.

When the BMW group has a dinner, we eat well. This banquet was no exception: The buffet provided something to satisfy the pallet of everyone present. And the dessert table was covered with the delightful splendors that fulfilled the desires of all. And there were those who helped themselves to multiple tidbits.

Our sponsors provided us with a number of donated gifts enabling the drawing of door prizes. These covered the gamut from wine glasses to clothing and everything in between.

The reason for the Annual Meeting is not only to have fun, but to present the slate of Officers for the following year. The 2008, year is going to be led by the following Officers: President, Bob Eveleigh; Vice President, Bob Avery: Secretary, Jeff Triplett; and Treasurer, Ed DeLanis. The activities schedule, as developed by the Activities Committee, was presented for the first six months of the year, with the Valentine’s Day Fun Drive scheduled on February 16 2008, the first safety clinic (driving school) scheduled for March 9, 2008 and a Fun Drive to the Eastern Shore scheduled for April 19, 2008. Put these dates

on your calendars and plan on attending.

For those who did not attend this year’s Annual Banquet, be sure to plan to attend the event in 2009. Just remember that regardless of the weather this Chapter and its members will have a GREAT time!

“A little snow was not going to stop this crowd.”

Snow Doesn’t StopAnnual BanquetBy Ed DeLanis

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Welcome New Members!

Herman CarrollBradley GillisJames LeachKerry LoganLeo McCrayNeil MoravekJanet MoravekRichard MyersAmy RizzoJonathan SahimAngela SahimKhadijah Sellers

Leroy SmithSteve StelmaszekJane StephensonJohn StephensonTaylor Thurmond

We would like to give a warm Tidewater welcome to our New members for March and April. Remember our membership is our lifeline of our Club and we invite you to join us at our upcoming events and monthly Club meetings. We hope to see you at our many events planned for this year. We look forward to your ideas and participation.

Volunteers WantedAssistant Newsletter EditorPhotographer(s)Assistant Driving School Coordinator

We have a strong group of volunteers now but we need to refresh the ranks every few years. If you have any interest in learning more about these positions or would like to volunteer in other capacities please contact Bob Eveleigh at [email protected].


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Recent magazine reports of the upcoming 1-Series “tii” model have brought back a few memories. In the late summer of 1973 I purchased a 1972 BMW 2002 tii – the first real BMW hot rod to be officially imported to the US. What a blast – 145 hp, big brakes and “only” $4,800.

The car had Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection (using a belt-driven injection pump) that was more horsepower than emissions-friendly. This injection system required precise mechanical settings using special BMW tools (actually available at the time from the patience – no electronics and no oxygen sensors at that time in BMW’s automotive history.

About a year after buying the car I took a trip to Annapolis, Md. The car would not start when it was time to go to dinner. Being somewhat paranoid at the time, I always carried a pretty hefty tool box in the trunk and figured I could solve the problem very quickly. Points, cap, rotor and plugs looked good, but the plugs were “dry” even after repeated cranking. Lack of fuel seemed to be the culprit. The tank was full and a stream of gas shot from the fuel line I disconnected when the engine was cranked over. I removed the plastic cover over the injection pump drive belt and found the unraveled remains of the steel-belted clear rubber belt. No going out to dinner that night. Early the next morning I found a local BMW dealer that had the belt and took a $50 round-trip cab ride for the $12 part. An hour later the car was running and I was happy once again.

On a Sunday afternoon less than six months later and only a couple of miles from home after a weekend trip to the Skyline Drive the car died at a traffic light. After pushing the car into a nearby gas station (fortunately the one I used regularly)

a quick inspection confirmed another unraveled injection pump belt.

On Monday morning I appeared at the BMW (and Toyota) dealership in Portsmouth (yes, even Portsmouth had a BMW dealer in 1974) and asked the parts clerk for an injection pump belt for a 2002 tii. A man at the other end of the counter gave me a puzzled look and wanted to know why I needed

such a part, since it was good for the life of the car (that would be “lifetime” in today’s BMW jargon) and definitely was not a “service item”.

He identified himself as the regional parts rep for Hoffman Motors (the importer of BMW’s at the time) about the same time the parts clerk placed the new drive belt on the counter. I looked at the belt and replied that this was the third belt for my car. It was obviously an updated part, since it was black and of much firmer rubber than the previous almost clear belts. When I asked him why BMW dealers would have an updated replacement in stock if the

original never would need to be replaced, I received a shrug in response. I then asked for and purchased a second belt that day and made a belt change an annual event. I never had another one break.

This story brings to mind BMW’s current philosophy of “lifetime”

fill for transmissions and differential fluids. A little extra maintenance may cost you more in the short run, but can pay off over the long haul if you plan to keep your car for more than a few years. Ask Mike Miller (Roundel Tech Talk column) about his thoughts on “lifetime” fills.

Jim was the first president of the Tidewater Chapter

ReminiscencesBy Jim Craig

“(He) wanted to know why I needed such a part, since it was good for thelife of the car”

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ClassifiedsNOTE: Due to space limitations some ads could not be published this month. A complete list of ads may be found on our website www.tidewaterbmwcca.org.

CaRS FOR SalE:

2000 BMW 328CI Coupe - 64,000 miles, silver/black,heated leather seats, rainsensor wipers, auto-dim mirrors, new brake pads,rotors,pass. side control arm and both bushings. $15000 call Mike Moore at 757-864-9158 [email protected] (entered 11 Feb 2008)

2003 Roadster z-4 - One owner; Color: Merlot, 3.0 liter, excellent condition, garage kept at home and work, Mileage ~ 37,000, 2-seated tan leather interior, Convertible, Extended warranty purchased, heated seats, Programmable seat positions, Cruise control, Trunk Z-4 pocket carrier, All-weather floor mats, 6-CD changer, AM/FM radio, and three of the four run-flat tires replaced. Asking price is based on research from multiple source documentation: $23,500. Contact me by email @ [email protected] (entered 28 Dec 07)

2002 BMW 3 Series 325i Sedan 4d - $15,500 PRISTINE! Premium Package with cruise control, leather seats, power windows, dual power seats, moon/sun roof and Cold Weather Package with heated headlight washers and heated front seats, fold down rear seats, iPod Aux wired. Non-smoker, one family owner, No accidents, garaged. Exterior Metallic Silver with Gray leather interior, Outstanding Condition. Flawless interior and exterior, regular maintenance, recent oil change. Selling due to the purchase of a new car. Contact Rita @ (757) 576-0009. [email protected] (entered 22 Dec 07)

1986 BMW 325e - 5 speed, grey with than leather interior. Strong running engine with sound body ready for a new home. Has a new timing belt and recent tune up and runs strong with 152K miles. Reliable transportation and efficient eta engine that gets good gas mileage. Asking $1895 or best offer. Call Glenn Martin at 757-479-0456 or e-mail to: [email protected] (entered 30 Nov 07)

1998 BMW 750il - Luxury sedan V12, finished in brilliant silver metallic with grey leather interior, sunroof, rear and side sunshades, heated front and rear seats, power rear lumbar support seats, GPS Navigation System, CD, TV and other options too numerous to mention. 75K 2nd owner miles, very sought after and hard to find in this condition. Asking $19,000 or best offer, Call Glenn Martin at 757-479-0456 or e-mail to: [email protected] (entered 30 Nov 07)

1986 BMW 635CSI - WBAEC7402G0607752 Bronzit/Brown leather, 169K miles, 5-speed manual,K&Nfilter,M-Sportsteeringwheel,sportseats, 16” M5 wheels, Yokohama tires, current inspection, new front struts, full clutch and main

seal, slave and master cylinders, driveshaft, main and auxiliary fuel pumps and exhaust system. This is a fine classic BMW that could be restored to it’s original beauty and it is a great driver. Asking $3,500 or best offer. Call Glenn Martin at 757-479-0456 or e-mail to: [email protected] (entered 30 Nov 07)

2003 BMW 325i - Topaz blue with black interior, Steptronic automatic, sport suspension, excellent condition, very clean, complete maintenance records, new Goodyear F1 All Season tires, new Hawk HPS brake pads. 72,500 miles. $17,900. Call Ed Giles at (757) 393-2400 or [email protected] (entered 23 Nov 07)

1974 BMW 2002 - Non-TiiCar bought for project. After disassembly, realized we had time nor expertise to bring back to shine. 77,xxx miles. Through rust on driver and passenger floorboards and spare wheel tire well. Make a reasonable offer, and we will see what we can work out. 757-646-7936 or email Christopher at [email protected] (entered 23 Nov 07)

2003 BMW 530i - 45K miles, Dark Blue Metallic, Premium Package -- Black Leather, Moon Roof -- Cold Wx Package -- Seat Warmers, Headlamps’ Washers -- 5-sp Manual Trans, AM/FM/CD Player, Side and Rear Window Screens, impeccably maintained by BMW dealer, like-new condition inside and out. Extra set of “Dunlop Sport 2000” 255/40 ZR 17 (rear) 235/45 ZR 17 (front) on OEM 17-in BMW alloys. $24,500 (bought ‘08 335i Coupe). Joe, 757-229-0281 (Williamsburg), [email protected] (entered 11 Nov 07)

1992 325iC Alpine white/white leather, 125.7k miles, 5-speed manual, Convertible, manual release. No rust, no dents, MTechnic dam and skirts, very clean. New top <1year, new Yokohama Avid H4S tires. All maintenance up to date, timing belt replaced <1 month ago. A/C blows cold. 3rd owner 11 years. Moving overseas or I would keep much longer! $4,900 obo. Paul Lanzilotta at: [email protected] or call 757-377-0951. (entered 2 Oct 07)

2002 325ia sedan, steel gray, light gray - 35K miles, recent Pirelle PZero Nero’s, brake rotars and pads, dealer diagnostic check, a few paint nicks otherwise no excuses, If you want a low milage e46 this is it, $20,500 all offers considered, 30 year CCA member Lonnie Sieck, (252) 482-2341 evenings, [email protected] (entered 2 Oct 07)

2001 740i Sport - 58k mis. Original owner. Silver/Grey leather. Non smoker. Over-maintained (incl. trans and diff). Factory Sports package, heated seats, nav, shades, enhanced audio, etc. New Michelin Pilot AS, brakes, major service. Outstanding in all respects. [email protected] or call Tim Jones at 757-651-8564. (entered 2 Oct 07)

2002 BMW 330ci coupe - Metallic Silver Ext/Black leather Interior, Sport Package, Steptronic,

Heated seats, new tires Excellent condition/1 owner, nonsmoker/86K miles, Blue book $21k asking $18k. Contact Chris James at 757-692-4000 [email protected] (entered 25 Sept 07)

1995 BMW 525i Sedan - Blk/Slvr, 5 spd, one owner, 105K miles,$5.5K. Chris Osgood [email protected] or call 757-622-4093 (entered 8 Aug 07)

2000 BMW 528i - Good condition, low 68,000 miles, sunroof, leather, Biarritz Blue. $17,200 Michael Stern [email protected] or call 757-301-6488 (entered 8 Aug 07)

2001 BMW 330i dINaN 3 - Must Sell $12,000 - I recently aquired a 2001 Green 330i Dinan 3. Information on DINAN can be found at dinanbmw.com. Serious inquiries only. All work done by Checkered Flag BMW. Clean and Clear Title. Priced to Sell. Serious Inquiries only. 5spd, CD Changer, Leather, Sunroof, 73k miles. COLD AC. Needs a little TLC and Priced well under blue book and what a DINAN 3 is worth. More Pictures at: http://www.vbwebsites.net/bmw/ Contact: Brady Behrman, [email protected], 757-271-8293-h, 757-672-0999-cell (entered 7 July 07)

1995 BMW 318ti Sport - 97,800 miles Black Sport Package Equipped 5-speed manual Sunroof Power Windows New Alpine CD player with iPod Integration Car is in good condition, runs great and is a blast to drive. 5300 OBO Contact: Randall Halcomb call 7575152211 or email to [email protected] (entered 7 July 07)

2001 BMW 740i - excellent, silver, 78,000, nav sys, cd changer, side/rear curtains, sun roof, standard alloy wheels, new tires, blk interior. THE highway ride. $19,500 Contact: Thomas Brown call 757-934-3955 or email to [email protected] (entered 7 July 07)

1984 BMW Burgundy 633 CSi - 95% restored to new condition and those who know it will tell you it is one of the cleanest 6ers around. Recently won best in class at the British European car show at the Williamsburg Winery. Must sell to make room for new toy; Over $30,000 invested, too many new parts and upgrades to list. Make offer; all reasonable offers considered. If interested please Contact me via email: [email protected] , on my cell 757-342-3546 or at home 757-867-6435 after 6 P.M.

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You’ve Got Mail !FREE E-mail News & Reminder ServiceThe chapter has an easy way to receivetime sensitive news and event reminders via email.

You can subscribe by sending an email to:[email protected] [email protected]. Please provide your name and address so we know that you are a chapter member. You will receive a confirmation and a “Welcome” message when you are added to the list. The CALENDAR automatic reminder feature is very help-ful for planning and keeps you informed of event time, dates and changes.For assistance just email Curt Kiser [email protected] or call (757) 410-4321.

AdvertisementsNon-commercial classified ads are freeto chapter members. Ads will run in three published issues and then may only be continued in subsequent issues only by contacting the Newsletter Editor. Ads submitted are limited to 200 words per ad including name, address, phone number and email address if available. Items offered for sale must be the personal property of the submitting member or family and not of a business.

Commercial ads are available to members and non-members. Such ads must be accompanied by payment in full. Rates shown below are per year (approximately 6 issues). All ads must be submitted in a usable digital format or as camera ready. “das Kummet” reserves the right to edit or reject any ad submitted.

Full PagE …$90 per issue or $480 per yr.

HalF PagE …$50 per issue or $240 per yr.

1/4 PagE …$30 per issue or $120 per yr.

BIz CaRd …$75 per yr.

Club TOOLBOXThe following tools are available for members use. A deposit may be required and will be refunded upon return of the tool in working condition.

Club MERCHANDISEThe following items are available for members. New shirts NOW IN STOCK! (M, L, XL)

• ServiceLightResettingTools - VERy USEFUL • TieRodSeparator-PickleForks • FuelPressureGaugesandfittings • RemoteStarterSwitch • ClutchAlignmentTool • PilotBearingPuller • FanClutchWrench&Bar • ElectricImpactWrench

• LockstripTool • 17mmTrans.DrainSocket • AdvanceTiminglight • BrakeBleedSystem- VERy USEFUL • FreonLeakDetector • CoilSpringCompressors • NEW!! Peake-Code/Reset Tool - all models - can be connected under hood or dash

Call Bob Parsons at 587-7423 for your needs.

Men’s T-shirts (logo front and back) $10

Ladies Stretch T-shirts $22

Polo short sleeves Men’s - old logo (white) $18 Men’s - new logo $20 Ladies (lavender and tan) $25

Windshirts (logo front only) $35

Ladies Fleece Sweatshirt (pullover&v-neck) $35

BMW CCA Map Grille Badges $16

Hats - new logo $15

Chapter Logo Decals FREE at club events

License Plate frames FREE at club events

Various BMW CCA Decals CALL!

Contact Nick Jones at (757) 839-5715 or [email protected]

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We collected 35 1/2 lbs of food at the banquet to start the year off.

Food Bank Charity Drive 2008

BEY EM VEY, Inc.Tidewater Chapter BMW Car Club of americaP.O. Box 62145Virginia Beach, Va 23462-2145

Inside this issue....Calendar of Events • Lend an Ear, Lend a Hand • Presidentally Speaking

Annual Banquet • Reminiscences • Volunteers Wanted

PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDNORFOLK, VAPERMIT NO. 256

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