Braselton Bash / Chip Foose

[big-daddy]

who's interested?

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 20th from 12pm to 8pm!

The YearOne Hot Rodders Children's Charity is once again teaming up with automotive design guru and television star Chip Foose on a very special Braselton Bash; an automotive event to benefit the Progeria Research Foundation. PRF is the only organization in the world dedicated to discovering the cure for Progeria; a fatal, "rapid aging" disease that afflicts children causing death of heart disease at an average age of 13.

Executive Director Audrey Gordon said "For the past three years, YearOne has been a leading supporter of The Progeria Research Foundation."


What's Unique About This Braselton Bash?

All proceeds from this show will be donated to the Progeria Research Foundation
Silent auction
Autograph session with Chip Foose
Foose Select Car Show
HorsePower and MuscleCar hosts and film crews will be on-site

The Participant Vote Group: $30 Entry
The best-in-show winner is chosen by participant vote. They will be awarded a plaque, a $500 YearOne Gift Certificate, and a seat at dinner with Chip and Kevin King (the President of YearOne), the remaining 24 of the top 25 cars will receive a $25 YearOne Gift Certificate. Each participant is also entered into a drawing for one of two (2) $200 YearOne Gift Certificates. Reserve your spot now in the Participant Vote Car Show by calling us at 1.800.Year.One (932.7663) or online at YearOne.com! Ask for part number BBPT!

The Chip Foose Select Group: $100 Entry
The select group will have a special parking area, and will receive an autographed photo of Chip with the car and owner. Additionally, Chip will be choosing one particular vehicle as the Chip Foose Select Award winner! This winner will have his or her car sketched by Chip, and be invited to attend the dinner with Chip and Kevin on Sunday night! Show hours for the Select Group are 9:30am to 8pm. This is limited to 100 spaces and the cost is $100 per vehicle. Reserve your spot in the Chip Foose Select Group before it's too late! These spots are available by phone, so call us at 1.800.Year.One and ask for part number BBFSG. They may also be purchased at the YearOne parts counter in Braselton, GA.

REMEMBER: Spectators are always admitted free - Just bring yourself and as many others as you can! The Braselton Bash is all about the community and the hobby!

[6.0TOGO]

JUST RESERVED A SLOT IN CHIP FOOSE LOT-48 OR SO LEFT FOR ANY FANATICS CONSIDERING THIS OPTION----CHUCKSTR

[HarborRide]

Budhorse suggested that I 'host' our Rolling ATL Cruise-in here at the Braselton Bash at Year One (Braselton is not terribly far from my home.) LOL

A cruise-in for lunch and drive (or a drive and a dinner) to Year One might be worked out for those Fanatics not entering a vehicle.

I don't think it will work for contest entrants, though!

As I mentioned on the other thread, there are not many places to eat in that area. There are those two Sonics in rough proximity.

And this show always attracts a big crowd, so I am not sure we could arrange for reserved SSR group parking. But wouldn't we look spectacular in a group!

I did not get into Flowery Branch yesterday so I did not have a chance to talk with any of my 'car' friends. I don't have any meetings this week so I will see what I can learn.

[big-daddy]

Originally Posted by 6.0TOGO

JUST RESERVED A SLOT IN CHIP FOOSE LOT-48 OR SO LEFT FOR ANY FANATICS CONSIDERING THIS OPTION----CHUCKSTR

I'm also registered in the foose lot.

[6.0TOGO]

I CONVINCED A FRIEND TO BRING HIS 1976 TRANS AM-ALL ORIGINAL-28000 MILE CAR-NEVER ANY PAINT ETC-IT IS TRULY A GREAT CAR....GOT ONE OF THE LAST FOOSE SPOTS FOR HIM AS WELL...WE WILL DRIVE UP FROM ORLANDO FRI PM-ARRIVE LATE 10PM OR SO....APPARENTLY WE NEED TO BE THERE EARLY --9AM OR SO.....WILL BE CHECKING FOR A FAIRFIELD INN TYPE HOTEL....APPRECIATE THE HEADS UP AND ALTHOUGH IT IS A LONG DRIVE-IT IS ALL FOR A GOOD CAUSE AND WILL KEEP THE PERMAGRIN IN TACT...CHUCKSTR

[Gina]

This trip would actually be do-able for one of us to come down for the night (about 2 hours I think) BUT.. we have a Harley rally that weekend with friends staying here so we cant.

[BudHorse]

I'm there, made the reservation for the Foose lot!
I Will plan to enter one of the competitions. Now I HAVE to get my truck done by then!

[BudHorse]

Gina,

if you or Danny decide at the last minute come down, you can stay with me in Kennesaw. Its a bit of a drive, but closer than Maggie! Just let me know.

HarborRide, (Vickie) it would be good if you could still spearhead something to coincide with this. Could you? Looks like I am going to be in the Foose lot, so cant cruise, and would appreciate your taking the lead on the day for our R friends.

[REBEL]

I would love to be at this one.

Please report back here after.

[wildcat66]

HOW COOL Chip Foose is a super nice guy.

[6.0TOGO]

HAVE RESERVATIONS AT THE CHATEU ELAN LODGE (HOLIDAY EXPRESS)CANNOT GET THERE TILL LATE FRI PM-SO WILL BE RUSHED SAT AM...ANY BETTER THOUGHTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED...NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE AREA AT ALL....CHUCKSTR

[big-daddy]

Originally Posted by 6.0TOGO

HAVE RESERVATIONS AT THE CHATEU ELAN LODGE (HOLIDAY EXPRESS)CANNOT GET THERE TILL LATE FRI PM-SO WILL BE RUSHED SAT AM...ANY BETTER THOUGHTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED...NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE AREA AT ALL....CHUCKSTR

That's close to the event, there are a number of motels & hotels on I-85 near the Braselton exit. I'm planning to come up Friday and stay over also, but no reservations yet. Here is the map showing the Holiday Inn, its about 10 minutes from the event. Not much else that nice close by.
Map of Braselton, GA by MapQuest

[SSRHEARTBEAT]

Good show. We have done it before.

That weekend is real close to the "expected arrival" of our newest Grandson by our youngest daughter and son-in-law who live just south of Athens.

Dad Gum... Kim sure is getting Older.

[HarborRide]

Originally Posted by 6.0TOGO

HAVE RESERVATIONS AT THE CHATEU ELAN LODGE (HOLIDAY EXPRESS)CANNOT GET THERE TILL LATE FRI PM-SO WILL BE RUSHED SAT AM...ANY BETTER THOUGHTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED...NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE AREA AT ALL....CHUCKSTR

Yeah, there is not much around that area except for the hotels around/at Chateau Elan.

But Chateau Elan is only one exit south of that for Year One. I don't recall the exit numbers so I am not certain how far it is.

And there are a some restaurants in the Chateau Elan general area. (Better than the selection in the Historic Braselton area.)

More importantly for contestant travelers, I am not sure if there is a car wash near Chateau Elan. I know there is one in Hoschton, which is the town 'next door' to Braselton. I should be back to that area next month, assuming we get to use the new field for launches. I will try to check that out.

[Copacetic Kris]

Would like to attend but our last production day is the 26th and we've been told no more vacations until the plant closes and we may need to work that Sat. to finish build out. Bummer

[big-daddy]

bump

[HarborRide]

Despite the launch being scrubbed, I was in the Braselton area today after all.

I checked out the car washes for those who are out-of-town/out of state and will need to wash off the road grime.

Web searches show a multitude of car washes in Winder. Winder is 'east' of Chateau Elan - just follow Hwy 211 as it takes you directly to downtown Winder, which is a relatively large town now.

The DIY car wash I found to be closest to Year One is along Hwy 53, about 2.5 miles 'east' of the Year One entrance. Called "Auto Wash" (at least on the sign!), it is located on Hwy 53 between Jackson Trail Road and Pearl Industrial, next to the Hemsley Auto Service shop.


NOTE: I am not sure when the town of Hoschton is having its Fall Festival and therefore whether or not the scarecrow displays will still be in place, but I think I should forewarn anyone driving through that town that the inhabitants are not insane. The town is competing for the Guiness Record for MOST SCARECROWS. The decorations and displays have already begun, so do not be surprised if you drive through town and see a forest of scarecrows around you. LOL!

[6.0TOGO]

THANKS FOR THE RECON EFFORT...NO I/WE WILL NOT HAVE TOON SAT AM...INFO NW IN THE TRAVEL FOLDER.....CHUCKSTR

[big-daddy]

I'm going to be getting in Friday evening, also staying at the HI Chateau Elan. Bringing a friend that owns an original 67 GTO convertable, but can't get him to bring it. Wants it "perfect" before putting it in a show. It should be a good day Saturday.

[6.0TOGO]

This Would Certainly Be The Event To Bring An Original 67 -truly What Makes That Car And My Friend's 76 Ta Standout Is Their Less Than Perfect Aging Process - Just Clean And Polish Is All I Would Do....looking Forward To A Great Day After A Long Drive From Orlando.....chuckstr

[big-daddy]

going to be rolling into Braselton around 5 pm today, looking forward to the show tomorrow

[6.0TOGO]

WILL BE GETTING IN A BIT LATER--8-9PM FROM THE ORLANDO AREA....WEATHER LOOKS GREAT-IT WILL BE A SPECIAL DAY I AM SURE...CHUCKSTR

[Mr. Sinister]

Originally Posted by 6.0TOGO

WILL BE GETTING IN A BIT LATER--8-9PM FROM THE ORLANDO AREA....WEATHER LOOKS GREAT-IT WILL BE A SPECIAL DAY I AM SURE...CHUCKSTR

Wish we were there.

[cj071170]

we will be coming to the show and crusing with the pack to the marina. we will not be able to stay for dinner as we have another engagement to attend at 6:00 pm that evening. has anyone thought of a spot to link up yet? maybe at the corral at bud"s SSR for the meet and greet and then work it out from there. chuck and jody

[big-daddy]

I am going to be in the Foose lot from 9 until 3 or 4, we have to leave early as well and won't be able to make the dinner either

[Dragon2U]

Well, I don't have an R to bring nor can I stay for dinner, but I will be up there in the morning to see everyone and all the other cars there. Hope everyone has a safe journey, see you there!

[waysouth6speed]

Have fun everyone... sounds like a great day in Fanaticland!

[HarborRide]

Originally Posted by Dragon2U

Well, I don't have an R to bring nor can I stay for dinner, but I will be up there in the morning to see everyone and all the other cars there. Hope everyone has a safe journey, see you there!

My tentative plan is to drive over to see the car show "early" (Doesn't it open to the public at noon? Not that I know.) ...

...then return home to do errands around here (still doing errands and chores for my dad - he now has bleeding in his recently repaired retina - sure am glad my folks live around the corner from my house!!) ...

...then go back to Year One around 4:00 PM to meet up for our cruise.


Looks like the weather will be AWESOME. Mostly clear, highs in the upper 70s/lower 80s.

[big-daddy]

Lots of really nice cars yesterday

[big-daddy]

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