Greetings Turbo Regal Inner Circle Members - 01-11-2012
NEW YEAR'S M & M CONTEST -
It was recently brought to my attention by several readers of our Inner Circle, I completely forgot about our annual Christmas M & M contest.
This is a tradition we started years ago and not only at Christmas, but also whenever we are involved with a car show event. So with that in mind, we now prepared our M & M contest for the New Year.
Here are the rules -
You can make as many as 3 guesses. All 3 guesses MUST all be in the same single email.
You must email me directly - [email protected] - to be eligible. Do not forward email to source that sent you this Inner Circle.
Contest is open to anyone except those that are working for or own a Buick-related mail-order company.
Closest guess UNDER actual count is the winner. In case of a tie, earliest email is the winner.
The deadline is this coming Saturday, January 14th, 2012, 12 noon eastern time.
Good luck one and all!
PHOTO 1 - Shows the actual M & M contest container. It is a reproduction of a standard glass oil container that was used in the early days of the automobile prior to the metal quart cans. (Before my time!) The container is glass and holds a liquid quart. In the container we have placed a 4-ounce bottle of ZDDPlus™. We then filled the container and spout with M & Ms.
The prizes are as follows -
First Prize - The actual container as shown with 4 extra bottles of ZDDPlus™ for your engine.
Second Prize - 4 bottles of ZDDPlus™
Third Prize - 2 bottles of ZDDPlus™
1987 GRAND NATIONAL & 1989 TURBO TRANS AM - FOR SALE -
Jim Wangers is a long-time personal friend of ours. He is well known in Pontiac circles because of his involvement with GTOs. For many years he has been a featured speaker at the National GTO events and Pontiac events. Jim is thinning out his car collection in sunny California. He recently celebrated his 85th birthday. The sale of the cars is being handled by Robert Johnson, the person who takes care of his car collection. He can supply you with more information as well as photos. His phone number is 760-533-0028 and his email is - [email protected]
Jim bought the 1987 Grand National new in Chicago, Illinois, and currently has under 20,000 actual miles. Car has T-tops, a GNX-style dash, Enkei wheels, stainless exhaust, and a 400 watt Alpine sound system. The car has several other upgrades as well. Paint is original but has suffered the usual checking and fading. Excellent driver quality priced at $17,000.
The 1989 Turbo Trans Am is one of the very rare ones with cloth interior, has just under 16,000 miles and is 100% stock. It was purchased directly from Pontiac in 1989 and was one of the 30 Indy Parade cars and later used for the PR department at Pontiac. Car comes complete with full documentation and Pontiac Historical Society papers as well. Here is a chance to own one of the rare Turbo Trans Ams. Asking $42,500 but will consider other offers.
Both cars are located in California.
PHOTO 2 - We show several photos of Jim Wangers' 1987 Grand National that we mentioned above.
PHOTO 3 - Here we show several photos of Jim's 1989 Turbo Trans Am that we mentioned above. I am told just 23 cars received the cloth interior and this is one of those collectible cars.
1991 CORVETTE - FOR SALE -
This week we are spot lighting a 1991 Corvette convertible with the removable hardtop option. What makes this Corvette an outstanding buy is the fact it only has less than 3,400 actual original miles. It is bright red with a black leather interior. The car from any angle would pass for brand new. The leather still has the satin look. The car is 100% bone stock. The car is automatic with a clean Car Fax. This car is located only a few miles from our office.
Over the years, I have bought 4 vehicles the dealer that has this car for sale. The Corvette can be had for just under $16,000. They have it advertised for more. To get this special price, you must email me - [email protected]. We will provide you with the sales person's name and phone number. They can also forward you photos. Not many opportunities come up to own a low-mileage desirable car at a good price that you can take to shows as well as enjoy! Come this summer the value on this car increases!
PHOTO 4 - We show photos of the 1991 Corvette with less than 3,400 actual miles. The car is the right color combination!
WATCHING FOOTBALL HISTORY -
Like many of you, I watched the playoffs this past weekend. By far, the best game was the last game Sunday featuring the Steelers playing the Broncos in Denver. Perhaps it was an omen, but did you notice on the opening kick, the ball hit the goal post and bounced back and landed squarely on the 20 yard line?
The real clincher was in overtime. The game was over in a mere 11 seconds, which was quicker than when the referee explained the overtime rules during the coin flip! I'm sure that is another record that will stand for many years.
SLP FIREBIRD FORMULA - FOR SALE -
This car is still available at $20,900. This is for the 400-mile red 2002 SLP Formula Firebird we pictured in the 11-16-2011 Inner Circle. This car will be finding a new home at some point.
NEW LOWER PRICE FOR GNX LICENSE PLATES -
We have reduced the price of the metal embossed GNX logo license plates. The new price is only $10.95. The part number is #7271. They are in stock.
GM Licensed "GNX" LOGO and QUOTE LICENSE PLATE
This GNX design features the "GNX" logo and the quote "A HIGH-PERFORMANCE INVESTMENT FOR THE FORTUNATE 547." in white and red lettering embossed on a black metal license plate. Plate is GM licensed. A great front plate for your GNX. Also makes an excellent gift.
7271 - GM Licensed "GNX" Logo and Quote License Plate $10.95
Here is a link to the GNX license plate on our website -
http://www.kirbanperformance.com/product/43774/GM+Licensed+%22GNX%22+LOGO+and+QUOTE+LICENSE+PLATE+%237271.html
COMING SOON -
We will soon be offering a high-quality reproduction of original state inspection stickers that would have been on your car back in 1986 and 1987 for various states that have state inspections. We will be carrying the inspection stickers for Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania for sure. Our source will also be able to supply stickers from other states, and ones that are dated earlier than 1987.
URGENT REQUESTS FOR CORES -
We need stock original 1986-1987 AC Delco mass air flow sensors. They are worth a $25 Letter of Credit.
We do not pay cash. You must pay the shipping to us and pack the item well. Using the postal system is probably the cheapest method to ship.
Remember, cores help us help others keep their Turbo Regals on the road using factory parts. Without cores, a valuable portion of what customers need get discontinued.
ALWAYS IN A BUYING POSITION WORKS -
Got any turbo parts you are not using? Why not cash them in for parts you need with a Letter of Credit. Simply email me a list - [email protected].
Also, we are still buying dead or partially dead 1984-1987 Turbo Regals under $4,000 that are within 250 to 350 miles of our location.
NOTE ABOUT PHOTOS ON THE WEBSITE - We have heard from a couple people that have viewed the photos on the website. Because these have to be low-resolution photos to work on the Inner Circle segments on the website, any photos of text don't appear clear when enlarged. This is a problem when you are trying to see numbers, such as those on the VIN labels or pages from Options booklet. Also, because of photo reproduction and computer screen variations, the colors may not be true to the actual product or photo.
If you would like to have us email you any photo at the higher resolution for viewing, just email us and we will email them to you. Be sure to be specific on which pictures you want to see - Reference Inner Circle date and photo number 1, 2, 3 or 4 - [email protected].
2012 CALENDAR OF EVENTS -
OLD TOWN TURBO BUICK SHOW - SUNDAY, February 12th, 2012 - 10 am - 4 pm
Old Town in Kissimmee, Florida
This is the largest gathering of Turbo Buicks in Florida and is open to any Turbo Buick powered vehicles, V8s and 1989 Turbo Trans Ams.
Casual show, no judging, no awards, just drive in and hang out and share your stories.
There is a charity raffle to benefit "New Hope for Kids."
For more info - email [email protected]
TURBOBUICK.COM NATIONALS 2012 - MAY 2 - MAY 5, 2012 - Burlington, NC
For the latest information, go to - www.turbobuick.com/forums or - [email protected]
Event will feature free food, dyno, tech sessions, drag racing, and Auto-X. This is one of the first Turbo Buick events for the year 2012.
31st ANNUAL PEACH BLOSSOM B.O.P.C. - MAY 4th and 5th, 2012 - Car Show & Swap Meet
Marriott Atlanta Northeast, 200 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta, GA
Open to all Buicks, Oldsmobiles, Pontiacs and Cadillacs. Hosted by the Southeastern GTO Association. Reception Friday night and Car Show on Saturday. For more info, contact Ed Bellair at 770-428-4934 or email - [email protected]
22ND ANNUAL BUICK RACEDAY
JUNE 15th, 16th and 17th, 2012 - Summit Motorsports Park, Norwalk, Ohio.
Hotels - Best Western Norwalk 419-663-3501 or All American Inn Norwalk 419-663-1922.
For more info, contact Roberta Vasilow 810-655-8277 email - [email protected] or Bill Wills 330-747-1029 email [email protected]
2012 BUICK PERFORMANCE GROUP "CLASS OF 1987" and "BIG BOAT BASH"
AUGUST 3rd and 4th, 2012 - National Trail Raceway, Hebron, Ohio
The theme this year is the "Class of 1987." Open to all Buick models built in 1987.
2012 GS NATIONALS - OCTOBER 10-13, 2012 - Beach Bend Raceway, Bowling Green, Kentucky
The Gallina/Duttweiler 6-second 200 mph doorslammer is already confirmed for this event.
EBAY LISTINGS -
If you would like to see any of the Kirban Performance Products items listed on eBay, here is a link to our store and auctions - http://stores.ebay.com/Kirban-Performance-Products-Inc_W0QQssPageNameZl2QQtZ%20km
ABOUT OUR EMAILS -
Any inquiries concerning used parts, you must email me direct - [email protected] - I will answer you. However, if I fail to answer you within 24 hours, please email us again. Since expanding into used parts, I get a lot of emails and sometimes I may forget your request or may not remember who requested the item.
IN CLOSING -
So far our area of the country is enjoying a relatively mild winter.
Be sure to try the M & M contest. As they say, you have to play to win!
NEW YEAR'S M & M CONTEST -
It was recently brought to my attention by several readers of our Inner Circle, I completely forgot about our annual Christmas M & M contest.
This is a tradition we started years ago and not only at Christmas, but also whenever we are involved with a car show event. So with that in mind, we now prepared our M & M contest for the New Year.
Here are the rules -
You can make as many as 3 guesses. All 3 guesses MUST all be in the same single email.
You must email me directly - [email protected] - to be eligible. Do not forward email to source that sent you this Inner Circle.
Contest is open to anyone except those that are working for or own a Buick-related mail-order company.
Closest guess UNDER actual count is the winner. In case of a tie, earliest email is the winner.
The deadline is this coming Saturday, January 14th, 2012, 12 noon eastern time.
Good luck one and all!
PHOTO 1 - Shows the actual M & M contest container. It is a reproduction of a standard glass oil container that was used in the early days of the automobile prior to the metal quart cans. (Before my time!) The container is glass and holds a liquid quart. In the container we have placed a 4-ounce bottle of ZDDPlus™. We then filled the container and spout with M & Ms.
The prizes are as follows -
First Prize - The actual container as shown with 4 extra bottles of ZDDPlus™ for your engine.
Second Prize - 4 bottles of ZDDPlus™
Third Prize - 2 bottles of ZDDPlus™
1987 GRAND NATIONAL & 1989 TURBO TRANS AM - FOR SALE -
Jim Wangers is a long-time personal friend of ours. He is well known in Pontiac circles because of his involvement with GTOs. For many years he has been a featured speaker at the National GTO events and Pontiac events. Jim is thinning out his car collection in sunny California. He recently celebrated his 85th birthday. The sale of the cars is being handled by Robert Johnson, the person who takes care of his car collection. He can supply you with more information as well as photos. His phone number is 760-533-0028 and his email is - [email protected]
Jim bought the 1987 Grand National new in Chicago, Illinois, and currently has under 20,000 actual miles. Car has T-tops, a GNX-style dash, Enkei wheels, stainless exhaust, and a 400 watt Alpine sound system. The car has several other upgrades as well. Paint is original but has suffered the usual checking and fading. Excellent driver quality priced at $17,000.
The 1989 Turbo Trans Am is one of the very rare ones with cloth interior, has just under 16,000 miles and is 100% stock. It was purchased directly from Pontiac in 1989 and was one of the 30 Indy Parade cars and later used for the PR department at Pontiac. Car comes complete with full documentation and Pontiac Historical Society papers as well. Here is a chance to own one of the rare Turbo Trans Ams. Asking $42,500 but will consider other offers.
Both cars are located in California.
PHOTO 2 - We show several photos of Jim Wangers' 1987 Grand National that we mentioned above.
PHOTO 3 - Here we show several photos of Jim's 1989 Turbo Trans Am that we mentioned above. I am told just 23 cars received the cloth interior and this is one of those collectible cars.
1991 CORVETTE - FOR SALE -
This week we are spot lighting a 1991 Corvette convertible with the removable hardtop option. What makes this Corvette an outstanding buy is the fact it only has less than 3,400 actual original miles. It is bright red with a black leather interior. The car from any angle would pass for brand new. The leather still has the satin look. The car is 100% bone stock. The car is automatic with a clean Car Fax. This car is located only a few miles from our office.
Over the years, I have bought 4 vehicles the dealer that has this car for sale. The Corvette can be had for just under $16,000. They have it advertised for more. To get this special price, you must email me - [email protected]. We will provide you with the sales person's name and phone number. They can also forward you photos. Not many opportunities come up to own a low-mileage desirable car at a good price that you can take to shows as well as enjoy! Come this summer the value on this car increases!
PHOTO 4 - We show photos of the 1991 Corvette with less than 3,400 actual miles. The car is the right color combination!
WATCHING FOOTBALL HISTORY -
Like many of you, I watched the playoffs this past weekend. By far, the best game was the last game Sunday featuring the Steelers playing the Broncos in Denver. Perhaps it was an omen, but did you notice on the opening kick, the ball hit the goal post and bounced back and landed squarely on the 20 yard line?
The real clincher was in overtime. The game was over in a mere 11 seconds, which was quicker than when the referee explained the overtime rules during the coin flip! I'm sure that is another record that will stand for many years.
SLP FIREBIRD FORMULA - FOR SALE -
This car is still available at $20,900. This is for the 400-mile red 2002 SLP Formula Firebird we pictured in the 11-16-2011 Inner Circle. This car will be finding a new home at some point.
NEW LOWER PRICE FOR GNX LICENSE PLATES -
We have reduced the price of the metal embossed GNX logo license plates. The new price is only $10.95. The part number is #7271. They are in stock.
GM Licensed "GNX" LOGO and QUOTE LICENSE PLATE
This GNX design features the "GNX" logo and the quote "A HIGH-PERFORMANCE INVESTMENT FOR THE FORTUNATE 547." in white and red lettering embossed on a black metal license plate. Plate is GM licensed. A great front plate for your GNX. Also makes an excellent gift.
7271 - GM Licensed "GNX" Logo and Quote License Plate $10.95
Here is a link to the GNX license plate on our website -
http://www.kirbanperformance.com/product/43774/GM+Licensed+%22GNX%22+LOGO+and+QUOTE+LICENSE+PLATE+%237271.html
COMING SOON -
We will soon be offering a high-quality reproduction of original state inspection stickers that would have been on your car back in 1986 and 1987 for various states that have state inspections. We will be carrying the inspection stickers for Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania for sure. Our source will also be able to supply stickers from other states, and ones that are dated earlier than 1987.
URGENT REQUESTS FOR CORES -
We need stock original 1986-1987 AC Delco mass air flow sensors. They are worth a $25 Letter of Credit.
We do not pay cash. You must pay the shipping to us and pack the item well. Using the postal system is probably the cheapest method to ship.
Remember, cores help us help others keep their Turbo Regals on the road using factory parts. Without cores, a valuable portion of what customers need get discontinued.
ALWAYS IN A BUYING POSITION WORKS -
Got any turbo parts you are not using? Why not cash them in for parts you need with a Letter of Credit. Simply email me a list - [email protected].
Also, we are still buying dead or partially dead 1984-1987 Turbo Regals under $4,000 that are within 250 to 350 miles of our location.
NOTE ABOUT PHOTOS ON THE WEBSITE - We have heard from a couple people that have viewed the photos on the website. Because these have to be low-resolution photos to work on the Inner Circle segments on the website, any photos of text don't appear clear when enlarged. This is a problem when you are trying to see numbers, such as those on the VIN labels or pages from Options booklet. Also, because of photo reproduction and computer screen variations, the colors may not be true to the actual product or photo.
If you would like to have us email you any photo at the higher resolution for viewing, just email us and we will email them to you. Be sure to be specific on which pictures you want to see - Reference Inner Circle date and photo number 1, 2, 3 or 4 - [email protected].
2012 CALENDAR OF EVENTS -
OLD TOWN TURBO BUICK SHOW - SUNDAY, February 12th, 2012 - 10 am - 4 pm
Old Town in Kissimmee, Florida
This is the largest gathering of Turbo Buicks in Florida and is open to any Turbo Buick powered vehicles, V8s and 1989 Turbo Trans Ams.
Casual show, no judging, no awards, just drive in and hang out and share your stories.
There is a charity raffle to benefit "New Hope for Kids."
For more info - email [email protected]
TURBOBUICK.COM NATIONALS 2012 - MAY 2 - MAY 5, 2012 - Burlington, NC
For the latest information, go to - www.turbobuick.com/forums or - [email protected]
Event will feature free food, dyno, tech sessions, drag racing, and Auto-X. This is one of the first Turbo Buick events for the year 2012.
31st ANNUAL PEACH BLOSSOM B.O.P.C. - MAY 4th and 5th, 2012 - Car Show & Swap Meet
Marriott Atlanta Northeast, 200 Interstate North Parkway, Atlanta, GA
Open to all Buicks, Oldsmobiles, Pontiacs and Cadillacs. Hosted by the Southeastern GTO Association. Reception Friday night and Car Show on Saturday. For more info, contact Ed Bellair at 770-428-4934 or email - [email protected]
22ND ANNUAL BUICK RACEDAY
JUNE 15th, 16th and 17th, 2012 - Summit Motorsports Park, Norwalk, Ohio.
Hotels - Best Western Norwalk 419-663-3501 or All American Inn Norwalk 419-663-1922.
For more info, contact Roberta Vasilow 810-655-8277 email - [email protected] or Bill Wills 330-747-1029 email [email protected]
2012 BUICK PERFORMANCE GROUP "CLASS OF 1987" and "BIG BOAT BASH"
AUGUST 3rd and 4th, 2012 - National Trail Raceway, Hebron, Ohio
The theme this year is the "Class of 1987." Open to all Buick models built in 1987.
2012 GS NATIONALS - OCTOBER 10-13, 2012 - Beach Bend Raceway, Bowling Green, Kentucky
The Gallina/Duttweiler 6-second 200 mph doorslammer is already confirmed for this event.
EBAY LISTINGS -
If you would like to see any of the Kirban Performance Products items listed on eBay, here is a link to our store and auctions - http://stores.ebay.com/Kirban-Performance-Products-Inc_W0QQssPageNameZl2QQtZ%20km
ABOUT OUR EMAILS -
Any inquiries concerning used parts, you must email me direct - [email protected] - I will answer you. However, if I fail to answer you within 24 hours, please email us again. Since expanding into used parts, I get a lot of emails and sometimes I may forget your request or may not remember who requested the item.
IN CLOSING -
So far our area of the country is enjoying a relatively mild winter.
Be sure to try the M & M contest. As they say, you have to play to win!