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Wow<\/p>\nWow<\/p>\n
\u201cWow\u201d is a phrase that probably gets used too often. But when it comes to MGs and NAMGAR, the word comes naturally and just seems to fit. Think about the last major refurbishment of your car. Whether paint, upholstery, or just a new set of whitewall tires, I bet you unconsciously let out a \u201cwow\u201d when you saw the completed job. Or, how about the first time you attended a GT, and saw the parking lot full of MGAs and Magnettes? There\u2019s just no other word to use than, \u201cWow.\u201d<\/p>\n
As a noun, \u201cwow\u201d is defined as a sensational success. I think there\u2019s no question that applies to GT-39. As you read this article, the Get-Together is just cranking up or just winding down. Either way, I want to thank Andy Bounsall and his team for all they have done to make this GT a true \u201cWOW\u201d event. I bet the Tilburys will be posting lots of great updates on the Cruise to the Capital on our website as well. So, be sure to check the NAMGAR website and NAMGAR on Facebook for stories, photos and more.<\/p>\n
As an exclamation, \u201cwow\u201d is described as expressing admiration or astonishment. That is certainly an appropriate use of the word after hearing that Bill and Karen Marshall have asked to step down as Chapter Coordinators. They have done a great job to keep our local clubs informed of the latest news from NAMGAR, and to represent their needs at the national level, and we will miss them in that role. Under their leadership, Chapters are now provided complimentary club liability insurance as well as Director’s and Officer\u2019s coverage. The Marshalls established better communications than ever. And, they have grown our Chapter numbers to where they hardly fit on one page of the magazine. Plus, the Marshalls just added one more Chapter to our family. I think our Editor is using the smallest of fonts to get everyone in! Bill and Karen have NAMGAR\u2019s admiration and thanks for all they\u2019ve done. But this means the search is on for a replacement Chapter Coordinator.<\/p>\n
If you are interested in taking a lead in this position, please contact me. Existing Chapter Contacts should really consider this position, as you have a great sense of what the job entails. Plus\u2026the salary is twice what you\u2019re getting as a Chapter Contact!<\/p>\n
And, while we\u2019re on the topic of open positions in NAMGAR, please remember that the Office of Vice Chairman is still open for nomination. While I never expected to get so many names in such a short period, I\u2019m hoping we can get just one more, so that we will be able to announce the winner soon. And, if we don\u2019t get a name, prepare for the usual arm-twisting that seems to come along every four years. Seriously, the job is one of the best roles of NAMGAR. Sure it takes some time and effort. But, it really has great rewards. You will get to better know the people who make NAMGAR and the MG community so special. Please contact me for more details.<\/p>\n
As I mentioned earlier, we have a new member of the NAMGAR family. Please welcome the MG Car Club of Central New York as our newest Chapter. Based out of Syracuse, NY, they are an active club and we look forward to sharing future events together.<\/p>\n
In fact, our next Regional event will be in their neck of the woods. Watkins Glen will be the place to be in September for the Vintage Grand Prix, featuring MG! Plan now to attend and I\u2019m sure you will be wowed by the charm of Watkins Glen, the people in attendance, and the great race cars on the track!<\/p>\n
As a verb, \u201cwow\u201d can best be described as, \u201cto impress and excite (someone) greatly.\u201d I think that makes \u201cwow\u201d the perfect word to describe an MGA. I don\u2019t intend to infer the MGA is better than any other car. It\u2019s certainly not the fastest, or most valuable. It\u2019s not the most comfortable by a long shot, and arguably not the most reliable. But the wow factor is certainly there. As owners and family members, we know how it makes us feel better when we take the MG out for a run. And we also have come to learn the effect the MGA has on people we see along the way. Just pull up to any crowded parking area and wait for it.<\/p>\n
\u201cWow. My buddy in college used to have an MG just like that, and we had more fun driving around in that car \u2026. Oh wow!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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