Registration is open for the 2023 London Cobra Show (LCS) June 22-24! SHOW OVERVIEW The London Cobra Show is open to 1960’s era Shelby Cobra Roadsters, Daytona Coupes and the Ford GT40, both replicas and originals. If you love Cobras, the London Cobra Show is the place for you, as you will meet a[…]
Greetings GLCC Friends! In 2019, John Scholtes and I worked to develop a BIG (GLCC EXCLUSIVE) EVENT at the Michigan Proving Grounds in Romeo. This was one of those events that was a once-in-a-lifetime-opportunity! Check out the pictures from 2019 to see for yourself. We were informed by Ford that this would not be offered in the[…]
Friends Below are overviews of the M1 Woodward Dream Show and American Speed Festival 2023 Woodward Dream Show and M1 Cruise In 2.3.23 ASF Program Overview and Preliminary Schedule of Events 2.3.23 The M1 Woodward Dream Cruise event has changed for 2023. It is being positioned more like a “cars and coffee” where people can[…]
GLCC has made the commitment to help youth get involved with the car collecting hobby. As part of this commitment we kicked-off with Oakland Tech School the first annual car show for students 7 years ago. It started with a few Cobras and other vehicles and has grown to 50-70 cars. Students from each of[…]
Saturday March 18th we are organizing a visit to the Henry Ford Museum The day will start with Breakfast at Leon’s Family Dining at 9:30 AM. Leon’s is located at 23830 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48124 The Henry Ford Museum is just a few minutes from Leon’s and is located at 20900 Oakwood Blvd,[…]
On Saturday February 4th our friends from M1 hosted our 2023 Season Kick-off Event featuring our guest speaker Kevin Byrd. Great afternoon with over 50 GLCC members present (click here for photos) !! Michael and Jeff reviewed plans for 2023 Dave Sherman, M1 VP, review M1 event plans Kevin Byrd entertained us with his history,[…]
As we close out 2022 and welcome in 2023, I would like to reflect on the GLCC 2022 Season. Based on your feedback and participation, the 2022 driving season was spectacular! If you are looking for something to do on New Year’s Day, reminisce by reviewing our Photo Gallery. I routinely joke about the weather…because[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club 2023 Season Kick-off at M1 Concourse Saturday February 4th, 2023 at 1:00pm 1 Motorsports Dr. Pontiac, MI 48341 Join us at the M1 Concourse Event Pavilion for our 2023 Season Kick-off Event! You maybe wondering why we are we hosting an event in the middle of Winter. The reasons are[…]
The Great Lakes Cobra Club Holiday Party at Indianwood Country Club is set for December 3rd at 6:00pm If you have not attended in the past or just want to reminisce check out the fun from 2021! The Chefs of Indianwood are preparing a delicious holiday feast for GLCC![…]
Auburn Museum Tour November 12th, 2022 Automobile Museum Features Auburns, Cords Duesenberg’s and more! The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, a National Historic Landmark, has welcomed nearly two million visitors from all 50 states and from over 40 countries since the museum opened its doors at Noon on Saturday, July 6, 1974. It inhabits the[…]
Rod Dittmar and Dave Gabbey have designed a fantastic cruise from Pickney to Mason using one of their favorite routes! The cruise is starting at Town Square Park, E Main St, Pinckney, MI 48169 at 9:00am October 15th. Parking is noted in red on Mill Street. We will stop in to the Pickney Bakery (noted[…]
We have added a new event to the GLCC roster of cool activities (thanks Russ and John for the suggestion!). Grosse Pointe Farms hosts an annual Concours d’Elegance at the Grosse Pointe Farms Pier Park (350 Lake Shore Rd, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236) on Sunday September 25th from noon to 3:00pm. This is[…]
GLCC Friends, We have arranged several ways for members to participate in the American Speed Festival! Following is a summary of the daily activities for the ASF (click here for details) First, discount tickets for daily passes (Dine and Drive, Checkered Flag Ball, Art Expo, etc are extra – see M1 site) To buy[…]
Some traditions are worth repeating and our Pre Dream Cruise gathering at Pasteiner’s is one of them. On Tuesday August 16th at 6:00 pm (you can arrive as early as 5:00 pm) we will be taking over Steve’s parking lot (33202 Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009), hanging out, having dinner and watching (and participating in)[…]
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There are 3 ways you can participate in our donations to Holy Cross Children’s Services this year Cash Donation. We already have $1,000 collected for donations. This is a great way to participate if you will not be at the Snake Pit or just wish to help the children. Make checks out to Holy[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club Shelby American Automobile Club Motor City Viper Owners Unite to celebrate all things Carroll Shelby at Canterbury Village September 3rd at 9:00AM (MAP) – Enter via the South Entrance Great opportunity to hang out with our friends from SAAC and MCVO, have coffee, cider and donuts and shop all-Michigan based products[…]
Join us for a tour of Historic Milford on Saturday August 6th! Our GLCC event strategy includes picking interesting towns to visit and to plan scenic routes to get there. And to pick destinations that are geographically distributed to appeal to all locations of our member base. This cruise event will feature a tour of[…]
The folks from All Seasons Seniors invites car enthusiasts to their Steer Into September Car Shows! It’s real simple. We have music, food, and a photo booth at our shows for residents, caregivers, staff, and family. Pick from these locations convenient to you. All Seasons West Bloomfield All Seasons Birmingham All Seasons Rochester[…]
July 19, 2022 GLCC Members Meeting Club Health Membership Update – 110 Members Strong Cash Balance – $3,955.20 501C7 Status GLCC Branded Merchandise GLCC Apparel has been updated and we are taking orders through July 29 Event Reflections Reschedule C&D for September Lake Huron Cruise to Harbor Beach Cigars and Cobras with MCVO[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club and The American Road Thunderbird Club is back at Comerica Bank to Celebrate the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday August 20th 2022 Snake Pit Details (Location/Map) The day will begin at 6:00 am with setup and 7:00 am for arrivals. We will greet you as you enter the grounds and[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club and The American Road Thunderbird Club are back at Comerica Bank to Celebrate the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday August 20th 2022 Snake Pit Details (Location/Map) The day will begin at 6:00 am with setup and 7:00 am for arrivals. We will greet you as you enter the grounds and[…]
FORD PERFORMANCE REVS UP STUDENTS WITH VISIT TO OAKLAND TECH CAR SHOW ROYAL OAK, Mich. – It’s no secret in the car hobby these days that some corporate marketing execs have been withdrawing support for traditional automotive events in the belief that enthusiasts are no longer a viable market and don’t interact well with the younger,[…]
Join us for the tour of Grosse Ile on Saturday July 23rd!! Our GLCC event strategy includes picking interesting towns to visit and to plan scenic routes to get there. And to pick destinations that are geographically distributed to appeal to all locations of our member base. This cruise event will feature a tour of[…]
We are pleased to announce that the Godfather Bistro & Cigar Bar has invited the Viper Club (MCVO) and Great Lakes Cobra Club to gather on Sunday June 12th at noon! Our friends at MCVO organized this event in 2021 and invited us to join them this year! The Bistro features refreshments, dining menu and fine[…]
Join us for the Lake Huron Cruise to Harbor Beach on Saturday June 4th! Our driving GLCC event strategy includes picking interesting towns to visit and to plan scenic routes to get there. And to pick destinations that are geographically distributed to appeal to all locations of our member base. This cruise event will feature[…]
Welcome to the GLCC C&D Route Cruise on Saturday September 17th! Last year Tony and Bob plotted out a cruise route from Novi to the Ann Arbor area and ultimately experiencing the Car & Driver Top 10 Route! It was a THRILL. Actually the course to the C&D route was AT LEAST as exhilarating as[…]
We are VERY pleased to announce a private tour of the Larry Smith Motor Room Collection Saturday July 2 at 9:00 am Here’s a little background on Larry – click here and here. The address is 888 Orchard Lake Road – click here for map. Coffee and Donuts will[…]
GLCC has made the commitment to help youth get involved with the car collecting hobby. As part of this commitment we kicked-off with Oakland Tech School the first annual car show for students 6 years ago. It started with a few Cobras and other vehicles and has grown to 50-70 cars. Students from each of[…]
We are delighted to be welcomed back by William Deary to The Carroll Collection on Saturday July 16th at 10:00am! By way of background, the primary purpose of The Carroll Collection is to celebrate the automotive genius of Carroll Shelby, the incredible legacy and tradition that were created by the employees of Shelby American, and[…]
Our friends at M1 Concourse will be securing Club parking for GLCC Members so we can all be together on this special day! Gates open at 8:00 but the lineup starts as early as 7:00. Suggest to arrive by 7:30. There is a new public entrance to M1: Details on our[…]
GLCC Tech Event at Nostalgic Motoring Limited Saturday April 16th at 9:00am 1240 Doris Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Mark Lieberman and team will take us through what is required to revive a 30 year old ERA that was built and never driven. This walk through will prove beneficial on how to maintain your car[…]
GLCC introduces another unique opportunity for access to a massive private car collection! On Saturday April 2 at 9:30, Greg Ornazian has gratuitously agreed to open his eclectic private car, bike and memorabilia collection just for GLCC! About Greg… Many car collectors focus on a specific kind of vehicle. They might deal in sports cars[…]
Join us on Saturday March 19th at 10:00 for a tour of Motor City Solutions Hot Rod and Restoration Shop! The address is 24331 Brest Rd., Taylor, MI, United States, 48180 Following we plan lunch at Leon’s 8787 Telegraph Rd, Taylor, MI 48180 Please RSVP asap so we can make lunch arrangements Loading…
Join us for a visit to Stahl’s Auto Museum on Saturday March 5th at 11:00 am To learn more about the museum and the treat we are in store for check out their website – https://www.stahlsauto.com/ The museum is located at 56516 N Bay Drive, New Baltimore, MI 48051. There is no admission charge but[…]
February 15, 2022 Members Meeting Agenda Club Health Membership Update 118 Member Families 76 Members have renewed (includes Board and Honorary Members) Cash Balance – $3,943.50 Income Tax Implications We have been disputing with the IRS the inclusion of donations as Club revenue. In the end, we paid the past due amount of $850[…]
This is a very preliminary view of the 2022 GLCC Event Plan. Unless stated otherwise we have not yet plotted specific dates. That will be done in January. January Paul Borror Hot Rod Build Tour – January 15th at 9:00 (TO BE RESCHEDULED) February Date Night Dinner and Theater – SOLD OUT Motor City[…]
GLCC Year in Review as presented at the 2021 GLCC Holiday Party Welcome to the 2021 GLCC Holiday Party! We hope you have enjoyed the fabulous dinner and beautiful facility. And we hope you enjoyed Larry and Sara’s entertainment! Many thanks to George and Penny Acree who have made Indianwood available to GLCC now for[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club 2021 Member Survey Summary General Event Direction In terms of frequency of events, 1 event during off season and 2-3 events during driving season per month was overwhelming viewed as a good balance About Saturday or Sunday events most responders didn’t have a preference but those with a preference want Saturday.[…]
The Great Lakes Cobra Club Holiday Party is set for December 4 at 6:00pm If you have not attended in the past or just want to reminisce check out the fun from 2019! This year we have planned a little entertainment to enhance the evening! Larry Rydzewski and club member Sara (Larry’s daughter[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club Members Meeting September 21, 2021 https://www.gotomeet.me/GLCC or (872) 240-3412 Access Code: 255-830-101 Club Health Membership Update – 114 Members Cash Balance – $4,472.49 as of September 20 GLCC Branded Merchandise New polo shirts added Event Reflections Pre-Dream Cruise at Pasteiners Snake Pit with improvements for 2022: Trash. Far more than I expected.[…]
October 9th 2021 The Jewels of Washtenaw County Cruise Led by John and Jennie Stinson We have reserved parking for our starting and ending point in Dexter near: 3258 Broad Street, Dexter MI 48130 Coffee at Joe and Rosie Coffee and Tea House 8074 Main St, Dexter, MI 48130: between 9:00 and 10:00 am[…]
August 29, 2021 Ms. Kassie Kretzschmar Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Holy Cross Children’s Services 8759 Clinton-Macon Rd., Clinton, MI 49236 Dear Kassie, A key mission of the Great Lakes Cobra Club (GLCC) is to make an impact on our community. We accomplish this mission in several ways. As a car club the basics[…]
Welcome to the GLCC End of Summer Cruise on Saturday September 18th Well…in June we attempted this cruise and carried it out…but in the rain! Many members asked to repeat later in the year (without the rain) so here we go!!! We will meet at No VI Coffee and Tea House in Novi at 9:30[…]
WOW – what a great day at the 2021 Snake Pit celebrating the Woodward Dream Cruise!!! Picture perfect weather (although a little hot but I will take that over rain)!! About 120 people were in attendance with sporting Cobras, Thunderbirds, a massive truck (Mark, I bet the people on Woodward cleared a path for you and Jason!),[…]
Some traditions are worth repeating and our Pre Dream Cruise gathering at Pasteiner’s is one of them. On Tuesday August 17th at 6:00 pm (you can arrive as early as 5:00 pm) we will be taking over Steve’s parking lot (33202 Woodward Ave, Birmingham, MI 48009), hanging out, having dinner and watching (and participating in) the[…]
Great Lakes Cobra Club Shelby American Automobile Club Motor City Viper Owners Unite to celebrate all things Carroll Shelby at Canterbury Village September 4th at 9:00AM (MAP) – Enter via the South Entrance Great opportunity to hang out with our friends from SAAC and MCVO, have coffee, cider and donuts and shop all-Michigan based products[…]