January/February 2001 Bimmer

Reflections From The Hood: Technology, A Curse And A Blessing
by Joe Marko
Technology can be great, but it is not a replacement for common sense and proper driver training.

The Editor's Red Pen
by Justin Hughes
We're always looking for more helpers on the staff, and more writers and photographers.

Activities Alert: Once More Into The Seat
by Steve Goldstein
It's not that I expect the job of Chapter VP of Activities to be comparable to that faced by old King Henry.

Your Car: Nicholas Lin
Nicholas has modified his E46 to make it distinct from other cars on the road.

Bimmerscopes
by Lady Dixi Isetta
Leo: One of your most striking characteristics is a refusal to be hampered by other people's rules. Beware - speeding tickets are coming your way.

New Members
by Barry Tarr
Welcome to 73 new members!

Bimmer Features

Women's Autocross
by Aimée Reveno
"This is the bomb!" shouted Jessica Nocerino after a run.

NHIS Club Race Photo Gallery
by Dan Mull
Some great shots from last year's Club Race.

2001: An Ice Racing Odyssey
by Stan Jackson Jr.
After a disastrous season last winter, we are all looking to put the past behind us and have a fantastic Ice Racing season in 2001.

Flinging Gravel: How I Learned To Love Left Foot Braking
by Fred deNapoli
Fred, it is possible to drive this course that fast in this car, just not at your skill level.

So You Think You're A Bimmerhead?
by Michelle Demers
Name three cars that James Bond drove recently.

The Agony Of A Narrow Defeat: New England Chapter Challenge
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Justin Hughes
After 1748 total laps, the White Mountain Chapter beat us by a mere two laps.

Trophies Won, Trophies Lost: Fourth Quarter General Meeting
by Justin Hughes
Name three cars that James Bond drove recently.

Meet The Board: Joe Marko
Please meet Chapter President Joe Marko.

Upcoming

First Quarter General Meeting
by Steve Goldstein
The new E46 M3 is on the way, and none other than BMW NA M Brand Manager Tom Salkowsky will be introducing us to the latest incarnation of the M3.  

Boston Chapter Ice Racing
by Stan Jackson Jr.
Ice Races are safe, low-pressure events in which the participants should expect to have fun.

Results

Results for Autocross 7: October 7, 2000
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott
Fastest BMW of the day was a 98 M3 in class K driven by Dave Spragg (66.145). Fastest non-BMW of the day was Robert Lang in a TR6 in class K (65.400).

Results for Autocross 8: October 28, 2000
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott
Fastest BMW of the day was a 98 M3 in class K driven by Dave Spragg (65.383). Fastest non-BMW of the day was a 89 Chevrolet Corvette in class J driven by Chang Ho Kim (65.176).

2000 Autocross Season Results
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott
It was a very competitive Autocross Season.

Kart League Monday Event 4: November 13, 2000
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

Kart League Monday Event 5: December 11, 2000
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

Kart League Saturday Event 4: November 18, 2000
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

Kart League Saturday Event 5: December 16, 2000
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

Event Calendar

For the latest information about upcoming events please see The Ultimate Calendar. For a complete listing of all events please see the 2001 event listing.

January 2001

• Saturday, January 13: Holiday Party
• Monday, January 15: Monday Kart League
• Saturday, January 20: Saturday Kart League

February 2001

• Saturday, February 10: Boston Chapter Kart League Playoff
• Wednesday, February 21: First Quarter General Meeting
• Sunday, February 25: Boston Chapter Ice Racing

March 2001

• Sunday, March 4: Boston Chapter Ice Racing
• Monday, March 5: Boston Chapter Monday Kart League
• Wednesday, March 7: Boston Chapter Wednesday Kart League
• Saturday, March 10: Boston Chapter Saturday Kart League
• Sunday, March 11: Boston Chapter Ice Racing
• Wednesday, March 14: Boston Chapter Board Meeting
• Sunday, March 18: Boston Chapter Ice Racing
• Saturday, March 24: Driving School Tech Session
• Sunday, March 25: Boston Chapter Kart League Trophy Presentation

Classified Ads

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