July/August 2000 Bimmer

President's Page
by Fred Beck
This month we take a look at some current news, technology, and legislation aimed at reducing the energy inefficiency of vehicles.

The Editor's Red Pen
by Justin Hughes
I'd like to thank the Board of Directors for nominating and voting me in as the first Director of Communications.

Bimmerscopes
by Lady Dixi Isetta
Sagittarius: The thrill of the chase excites you, but be mindful of the designated passing zones at your next driving school.

New Members: July/August
by Barry Tarr
Welcome to 64 new members!

Bimmer Features

Autocrossing 102
by Steve Hazard
What should I do to my car to prepare it for autocrossing?

The Devens Shuffle
by Justin Hughes
Weaving through the numerous slaloms results in a new dance move called the Devens shuffle.

Drivers in Dresses
by Aimée Reveno
A woman interested in cars, progressive springs, turn-in points, and aspect ratios... but mostly speed.

Larry and Ryan's One Lap Adventure
by Larry Leff
It takes a while to find the limit on an M3, especially one with 360+ horsepower!

One Lap Photo Gallery
by Allison Feldhusen
Check out the cars as they appeared at Lime Rock Park during the 2000 One Lap of America!

Your Vintage Car on the Big Screen
by Justin Hughes
Your 1960s BMW could be featured in a film to be set in Boston!

Special Online Features

July 2000 Driving the Internet Highway
by Michel Potheau
Think for a moment of how much effort would have been expended years back to view as many images as you can now in a few short moments.

August 2000 Driving the Internet Highway
by Michel Potheau
Pretty pictures and cool sites starring Z3, E30, and E34 cars.

Results

Results for Autocross 1: May 7, 2000
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott
Fastest BMW of the day was a 99 M3 in class E driven by Dave Spragg (72.748). Fastest non-BMW of the day was a 83 Rabbit GTI in class H driven by Joe Oliveira (75.579).

Results for Autocross 2: May 28, 2000
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott
Fastest BMW of the day was a 99 M3 in class E driven by Dave Spragg (72.990). Fastest non-BMW of the day was a 90 Mazda Miata in class J driven by Kevin Camire (73.933).

Event Calendar

For the latest information about upcoming events please see The Ultimate Calendar. For a complete listing of all events please see the 2000 event listing.

July 2000

• Friday, July 14 through Sunday, July 16: Bimmers Across The Border IV
• Saturday, July 15: Dent Removal Tech Session
• Saturday, July 15: Boston Chapter Board Meeting
• Sunday, July 16: Boston Chapter Autocross Series

August 2000

• Saturday, August 12: Boston Chapter Autocross Series
• Monday, August 14: Monday Kart League
• Wednesday, August 16: Boston Chapter Board Meeting (Voting Board)
• Saturday, August 19: Dinan Tech Session
• Wednesday, August 23: Third Quarter General Meeting
• Saturday, August 26: Saturday Kart League
• Saturday, August 26: Summer Picnic

Classified Ads

Be sure to check out the current Boston Chapter classified ads.