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Ralph Teetor - The Blind Visionary Who Invented Cruise Control
Published On 9/21/2024
Hagerty article about the blind visionary who invented cruise control - Ralph Teetor. Click on READ MORE to see the article!
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LICENSE PLATES FOR HISTORICAL VEHICLES
Published On 8/3/2024
On April 2, 2024 the Michigan Governor signed new legislation that extends the number of days vehicles with Historical Plates can be driven. Click READ MORE for details.
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Sir Stirling Moss: A Tribute at Westminster Abbey
Published On 5/13/2024
TBBCC member Bruce Wiegand found this article on Apex regarding Stirling Moss.
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BEST CAR MUSEUMS IN THE WORLD
Published On 4/6/2024
Membership Chairman and Past President Bruce Wiegand wants to share the list of the top 20 Best Car Museums in the World according to a Auto Trader survey. Three are in Michigan, including No. 1 - Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corner. Click READ MORE to see the complete list.
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5 Steps to Tune-Up Your Classic Car
Published On 2/26/2024
Bruce recently submitted th following article from Hagerty Media on the "5 Steps to Tune-Up Your Classic Car". Click "Read More" to see the article!
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Gilmore Car Museum and Mad Dogs & Englishmnen
Published On 1/28/2024
I'm told that the Gilmore Car Museum is a great place to visit for car enthusiasts! An established car club near the museum is Mad Dogs and Englishmen. The TBBCC has toured to their car shows in the past.
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TBBCC Facebook Page
Published On 1/28/2024
If you haven't visited John Russell's TBBCC Facebook Page recently, it is attached!
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Two Classics, One Car
Published On 1/21/2024
Bruce submitted the following video as a reminder that maybe, as we all get older, we can still enjoy our classic cars.
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Mille Miglia
Published On 1/21/2024
In response to my email about the 'Ferrari" movie at The Bay Theater in Suttons Bay, club member Craig Holmes suggested I share some information on the 1000 mile race in Italy called the "Mille Miglia". Click "Read More".
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Finding Your Next Project!
Published On 12/22/2023
Member Bruce Wiegand recently sent in the attached article on How To Find Your Next Project! Click "Read More" to view the article.
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PAST TBBCC EVENTS

TBBCC Participation at the 2024 Cherry Festival Car Show
Published On 3/3/2025
Participation at the 2024 National Cherry Festival Car Show on Sunday, June 30, 2024.
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TOUR OF TBBCC MEMBER DAN MCDAVIDS GARAGE
Published On 1/4/2025
On Saturday, April 13, 2024 the TBBCC was invited to tour the impressive garage of TBBCC member Dan McDavid in Leland, MI.
Click READ MORE to see details!
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TBBCC TOUR TO NORTHPORT CARS IN THE PARK 5/25/24
Published On 1/4/2025
On Saturday, May 25, 2024 several TBBCC members toured through Leelanau County to join the NORTHPORT CARS IN THE PARK car show!
Click READ MORE to see details!
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TBBCC BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Published On 8/3/2024
The Twin Bay British Car Club held a Bowling Tournament at Incredible Mo's on Sunday, March 24, 2024.
Click on READ MORE to see photos.
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2023 ALDEN CLASSIC SPORT CAR SHOW
Published On 8/3/2024
The 2023 Alden Classic Sports Car Show was another huge success, with over 100 vehicles on display.
Click READ MORE to see photos from the show and a list of 2023 WINNERS!
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January 2024 Holiday Party
Published On 5/21/2024
Photos and videos from the TBBCC Holiday Party on January 6, 2024 at the Hotel Indigo in Traverse City. Click on READ MORE. Click on the second and third image for videos from the party!
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Fall 2023 Adopt-A-Road Clean Up
Published On 4/7/2024
Photos from the fall 2023 Adopt-A-Road clean up! Click READ MORE for photos.
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Tour & Picnic to DeBoer's in Northport - September 16, 2023
Published On 9/16/2023
Photos from a car tour, Wood Boat Show in Leland, and picnic to the DeBoer's in Northport on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Click Read More to see photos!
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2023 Fall Color Tour to Empire on Sunday, October 15, 2023
Published On 10/15/2023
Photos from the Fall Color Tour to Empire and Joe's Restaurant on Sunday, October 15, 2023, led by John Russell and Jim Glidden! Click Read More to see photos.
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MEMBER MARKETPLACE

2006 to 2010 CAR & DRIVER MAGAZINES
Published On 1/7/2025
Past Treasurer Angie Ross has CAR & DRIVER MAGAZINES from 2006 to 2010 available for members if interested before she recycles them. Email Angie at:angieross5000@yahoo.com.
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MGB ENGINE NEEDED 1970 ON
Published On 1/7/2025
New TBBCC member Dennis Larson is in need of an MGB Engine, 1970 on. If you have one available or know someone who does you can email Dennis at: fixedgearwizard@yahoo.com
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1974 TRIUMPH TR6 FOR SALE
Published On 12/6/2024
Norene & Ginty Kastys have their 1974 Triumph TR6 for sale.
Click on READ MORE to see details and more photos!
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Flywheel for MGB GT Needed
Published On 12/1/2024
TBBCC member Lee Forton in need of a flywheel for mgb gt.
Click on READ MORE to see the details!
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1967 JAGUAR E TYPE COUPE FOR SALE
Published On 12/1/2024
TBBCC member Tom Hudak has a 1967 JAGUAR E TYPE COUPE for sale.
Click on READ MORE for details
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64 MGB for sale by member Tom Kleinfelter
Published On 7/5/2024
Interested in selling our 64 MGB (Gertie).

Click READ MORE for details.
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Harbor Freight Car Dollies for Sale
Published On 6/19/2024
TBBCC member Trent Tomlinson has four Harbor Freight car dollies for sale. Originally $130.00 - selling for $60.00. Call Trent’s cell at 231-944-0331 if interested!
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HELPFUL TIPS FROM MEMBERS

HELPFUL TIPS FROM TBBCC CLUB MEMBERS
Published On 3/20/2024
This is a New Section which will list HELPFUL TIPS from TBBCC Club Members. TBBCC Club Members want to share HELPFUL TIPS for other members. If you have a HELPFUL TIP you want to share, email Gary at: gwolf7075@yahoo.com.
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1) Chrome Plating
Published On 2/2/2024
Club member Mike Stevens relates his story with getting bumpers re-chromed for his Jaguar. Click Read More!
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2) Penske Truck Rental
Published On 2/3/2024
Kirt Kilbourne recently helped a group of college students prepare a car for a long distance race. Click Read More.
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3) Gas Tank Renewal
Published On 2/4/2024
Member Scott Lankton needed a gas tank from his TR7 repaired. Click Read More
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4) MGTD Distributor
Published On 2/6/2024
Pat Egan had a faulty distributor on his MGTD. Click Read More
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5) What To Do With Your Collector Car in a Changing Market
Published On 3/18/2024
TBBCC member Bruce Wiegand wants to share this recent article from Hemmings about what to do with your collector car in a changing market! Select Read More to see the article.
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PROGRAMS AT MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

History of Porsche by Kirt Kilbourne
Published On 3/17/2025
Presentation on the History of Porsche by TBBCC President Kirt Kilbourne on Thursday, 3/6./25.
Click on READ MORE, than Click on the Link!
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THE HISTORY OF MG
Published On 10/10/2024
John Russell presented The History of MG at the October 3, 2024 TBBCC Membership Meeting. Images of Sterling Smith's building and MGTD fire are included. Click SEE MORE to see the presentation.
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THE HISTORY OF AUSTIN-HEALEY BY RON EDWARDS
Published On 9/6/2024
TBBCC member and multiple Austin-Healey owner Ron Edwards gave a presentation on THE HISTORY OF AUSTIN-HEALEY at the September 5, 2024 membership meeting. Click on READ MORE to see Ron's presentation!
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JAGUAR PRESENTATION BY ALAN MCCOLL
Published On 7/12/2024
TBBCC member Alan McColl presented a slide show on the history of Jaguar at the July 11, 2024 membership meeting.
Click READ MORE to see the presentation!
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History of Triumphs by Jeff DeBoer
Published On 6/9/2024
This presentation of the history of Triumphs was presented at the June 6, 2024 Monthly Membership Meeting by President and multiple Triumph owner Jeff DeBoer! Click on READ MORE for the presentation! (It reads like an OPEN BOOK).
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J.P. Van Raalte Presentation
Published On 4/5/2024
At the April 4, 2024 TBBCC Membership Meeting over 45 members enjoyed a presentation from J.P. Van Raalte, third generation owner of Van's Garage in Leland, MI. Click Read More to see J.P.'s recommendations for winter vehicle storage, and out of storage in the spring!
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GATHERING OF THE FAITHFUL
Published On 2/5/2024
This is the first in a series of PROGRAMS that Lonnie Stevens is coordinating for monthly meetings of the Twin Bay British Car Club. This was presented at the February 1, 2024 meeting.
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