June 2001 Bimmer

Reflections From The Hood: The MINI and The E46 M3
by Joe Marko
The car was amazing - more power than my old M6, incredible torque across the entire power band, revs that never ended, and brakes that never faded.

The Editor's Red Pen: Moving Offices
by Justin Hughes
The relocation of the national BMW CCA office has caused problems with the creation and distribution of our mailing labels.

Activities Alert: Spring is Here
by Steve Goldstein
At the Second Quarter General Meeting, the Jacksons will be presenting the Ice Racing trophies.

Your Car
by David Reeves
David took this photo of his 1988 325is on March 31, 2001 in Fitchburg.

Bimmerscopes
by Lady Dixi Isetta
Leo: This is the sign that governs pleasure and creativity. Consider putting those skills to use by organizing a TSD rally for the chapter.

Bimmer Pubs: Performance BMW
by Michelle Demers
It`s about people like you and me who improved their Bimmer.

New Members
by Barry Tarr
Welcome to 62 new members!

Bimmer Features

Barely Ready For Lime Rock
by Matthew Lotterhand
As I drove by Paddock B, I caught a glimpse of an Audi S4 that looked as though it had been rolled.

Two Tracks at Autocross 1!
by Steve Hazard
Seat time is key! We ran six timed runs on the orange course and seven timed runs on the yellow course, plus two fun runs each.

Are You A Car Expert?
by Miles Shuman
Make $100 in 2.5 hours and get a cool picture of your brain.

Upcoming

German Car Day
by Dan Mull
Last year there were Isettas, 2002s, a 507 roadster, a 328 roadster, and almost every series up to and including the new models.

Boston Chapter Concours
by Dan Mull
The grassy lawn of the museum is a great place for a car show as well as a picnic with the family or just a social gathering.

Bimmers Across The Border V
by Joe Marko
If you can only make one Drivers School or one event this year... make it this one.

Dinan Tech Session
by John Sullivan
Find out about the latest and greatest from Dinan.

Karting Endurance Race
by Vassilis Kontoglis
Can't get enough karting? Be sure to go to the first Boston Chapter karting endurance race!

The Ultimate Drive
by John Sullivan
Help cure cancer and drive a new BMW!

Results

2001 Autocross Series: Event 1: April 14, 2001
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott

2001 Autocross Series: Season Results
by Martin Middelmann and Greg Scott

2001 Karting League: Monday Event 1: March 5, 2001
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

2001 Karting League: Wednesday Event 1: March 7, 2001
by Vassilis Kontoglis and Greg Scott

2001 Karting League: Saturday Event 1: March 10, 2001
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.

June 2001

• Sunday, June 3: Boston Chapter Autocross Series
• Sunday, June 3: Spouse and Sprouts Advanced Driving Skills School
• Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, June 10: Midwest '02 Fest
• Monday, June 11: Boston Chapter Monday Kart League
• Wednesday, June 13: Boston Chapter Wednesday Kart League
• Saturday, June 16: Boston Chapter Saturday Kart League
• Sunday, June 17: German Car Day
• Monday, June 18 through Saturday, July 7: The Ultimate Drive for the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation
• Saturday, June 23 through Sunday, June 24: Advanced Driving Skills School
• Sunday, June 24: Boston Chapter Concours
• Tuesday, June 26: Advanced Skills School at Pocono

July 2001

• Saturday, July 7: Dinan Tech Session
• Sunday, July 8: Boston Chapter Autocross Series
• Monday, July 9: Boston Chapter Monday Kart League
• Wednesday, July 11: Boston Chapter Wednesday Kart League
• Friday, July 13 through Sunday, July 15: Bimmers Across the Border V Driving School
• Saturday, July 14: Boston Chapter Saturday Kart League
• Sunday, July 22: Boston Chapter Kart Endurance Race
• Saturday, July 28: Dent Removal Tech Session
• Sunday, July 29: White Mountain Chapter Autocross
• Sunday, July 29: Alignment and Wheel Balancing Tech Session

Classified Ads

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