The Westerly-Pawcatuck Region was chartered with the AACA in 1966 to help promote the enjoyment and preservation of antique automobiles in the Eastern Connecticut and Rhode Island area. Monthly meetings are held as noted throughout the year. Our meetings are open to all. Visitors and prospective members are encouraged to attend. Ownership of an automobile is NOT REQUIRED, although membership in the national organization (Antique Automobile Club of America) is a requirement for membership in the Region. A listing of AACA events and membership information can be found HERE.
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Members own both domestic and foreign makes representing more than 80 years of the automobile in America. We attend cruise nights, car shows, parades and other automobile-related activities. Annually we schedule several weekend trips to out of state shows in New England and New York and we spend a full week at Hershey, PA every fall. Meetings feature several speakers each year and technical help is always available to members through our Gas Lighters Program. Selected Blog EntriesHave you checked out some of our blogs? Click a title here or see them all on the BLOG drop down menu at the top of this page (and more in the Members section).
54 Years and Still Growing, our club anniversary celebration 2019 Audrain Concours, Gerry Lynn takes us on a tour 2000 Z28 Camaro - Great story about Tom Regan The 62nd Vermont Antique & Classic Car Show, by John Leite Michele's '51 Buick, Part III, by Charlie Nash Beach Limo Part II, by Dave Calabrese. The Finish! Beach Limo, by David Clabrese. The merging of a VW with a Club Car Limo. Watch Dave & Tom Link work their magic. Michele's '51 Buick, Part II, by Charlie Nash. The restoration gets into high gear! The Lonley Buick - the restoration of a 1951 Buick by Charlie Nash. The Old '37 - Story of a 1937 Ford told from the Ford's point of view. By Barbara Coon Hershey 2018 - Story, photos, & video. See it now! One Thing Leads To Another - Removing the instrument panel of a '41 Buick One Thing Leads To Another, Part II - install of instruments in '41 Buick Please consider joining the conversation by leaving a comment after reading a story ... your input is always appreciated! The above photo shows two of Merrill Moone's vehicles rolled out for some fresh air. Merrill is staying busy during our quarantine. Let us know what you are doing during this trying time. Photos and descriptions of work you are doing on your old cars(s) is always of interest to your fellow members. We will work with you to create an interesting blog post or series. Just send your ideas by way of our contact page. As part of our 50th celebration four of our longtime members were interviewed. Click on the above photo to read the interview with Bob Burdick, a former president who continues to be very active in the club.
Can you spot the motor vehicle in this photo? It is a 1901 Orient. Click on the photo to read an article about it beginning on page 4 of our June newsletter, The Classy Chassis. Member George King III is the author. Bonus: Part II is now in our August Newsletter ! |
Click on the above photo to see some photos that document the history of our club.
Announcements
Summer Events: Most events for these months have been cancelled due to the pandemic. Check the calendar now. It is located at the bottom of this page and under the 'Calendar' drop-down menu (above). Also, watch your email.
Note: only Club Events are listed below N. Stonington Fish Fry will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the N. Stonington Fair Grounds. More details to follow. Club Event Cars and Coffee at Laferriere Classic Cars in Greenville, RI on Sunday, Sept. 20. All are invited to attend. 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM. If you want to go with a group then meet at the Wyoming McDonald's at 7:00 AM. Flyer. The Calabrese Picnic will be on Saturday, Sept. 26. Please mark your calendar. Club Event _________________________________________ Renew your Membership It is past time to renew local ($15) and National AACA ($40) membership. Pay local dues to our treasurer. Pay AACA dues online or do it the easy way, just call (717)-534-1910. Have your full membership number and charge card information ready. Non-members are welcome to attend meetings and check out our club! Check back here often since all 2020 meetings are presently on hold due to COVID19. ______________________________________________
Found On Craigslist
Check out our Found on Craigslist feature. Always plenty of surprisingly affordable old cars!
Click above title for the full list. Samples below: 1940 Cadillac La Salle Convertible ... a bargain 1941 Olds 76, mostly original condition 1953 Ford Customline , well cared for 1957 Ford Fairlane at a good price and local 1952 Bently, what's not to like? And many more ... search Craiglist yourself for all the ones I did not list! 2018 Calabrese Picnic - Cars on the Lawn. Pat and Dave invite us all to drive right up on the lawn and have a good time. See you this year on Saturday, Sept. 26 at noon! Check our calendar (below) for full details. |
Now is the Time to Join ! If you have never before been a member of the AACA we may have some free AACA memberships available to you. Please inquire. Half year memberships are also available for new members who join in June. You can join the AACA at any time by visiting the AACA Membership page. Just click on the blue text to the left or the AACA menu item at the top right of this page for complete details!
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