Philadelphia Ride for Kids®

The fifth annual Philadelphia Ride for Kids attracted over 500 participants and $121,725 in donations on a sunny Sunday.

The riders gathered at the IMAX theatre at King of Prussia Mall before following a police escort on a scenic route to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square.

At the end point, 12 local brain tumor survivors told the fundraisers about their lives. These Ride for Kids “stars” included small children such as Althea and Angelina, both 6, as well as PBTF college scholarship recipients Annie, Jason and Laura.

Two 12-year-old survivors said they were thankful for the emotional support the ride offers. “The amount you give goes far, and you give [more than] money,” said Emily. Added Pearce, “Thank you very much for taking the time out to make us feel so special.”

The children were joined on stage by Dr. Leslie Sutton, chief of neuro-oncology at Philadelphia Children’s Hospital, who also rode in the event.

The first-place fundraisers were:

Individuals: Neil and Jill Bookman, $35,701
Chapter/Club: Team Tyler, powered by American Collectors Insurance, $37,161
Motorcycle Business: Planet Honda, $21,379
Neil Bookman won the Honda motorcycle drawing.

The Philadelphia Ride for Kids task force and volunteers, led by Lee and Mitzi Krauss, Joel Samick, and Rex and Lisa Alfes, deserve thanks for all their hard work.

Save or Skip?

9/21/2009

Have you ever bought collectibles and later found out they weren't worth your while? Do you wish you knew how to determine whether something is a smart buy?

Now you can find out. Take a peek at the following article, What to Save, What to Skip, by MainStreet.com and learn to gauge whether a collectible is worth buying. The author provides helpful hints about collectibles that are trendy, limited edition, or contain mistakes or misprints. Then the next time you are in the position to add to your collection, you will be able to make a better buying decision.

Do you know any helpful hints to share with other collectors? Leave us a comment and let us know!

Playing With Cars – The Audi Front 225 Model

9/17/2009

Take a peek at the following Playing with Cars review from The Car Room magazine. Joe Kelly, Jr. got a hold of the first three hand samples of the Audi Front 225 diecast that CFC designed for the Audi’s 100th anniversary. He discusses their hand built, exclusive feel and their level of detail and workmanship. Get ready for an extensive review with this 1600 piece model, including its castings, cables, hoses, nuts, and bolts. When you’re done, leave us a comment and let us know what you think. If you like what you see, be sure to check out their website at http://www.thecarroom.com/showroom.html.

College Football Collectibles

College Football Collectibles
9/8/2009

It is hard to believe that the 2009 college football season has officially begun. Although the main focus is on the games themselves, students, alumni, and other fans alike enjoy the history and pride attached to collecting memorabilia.

Aside from making annual visits to colleges and attending championship games to obtain the latest and greatest gear, there are numerous resources on the internet to find some great stuff. In particular, you never know when someone will post a priceless piece on auctioning sites like eBay or online communities like Craig’s List. For instance, in just a few short minutes of searching, here are a few of the many available items we found:
An Alabama Bear Bryant Gametime Sculpture
Aside from sculptures, there are all kinds of artwork available to collectors related to the team of their choice.

A Reggie Bush Autographed USC Trojans Football
Many college players end up playing for the NFL, so owning a piece like this may benefit you even more after the player graduates.

An Authentic Full-Size Virginia Tech Football Helmet
There is something to be said about obtaining authentic team apparel.

A Pittsburgh Game-Used Football Jersey
Game-used apparel is especially enticing to collectors since it is the real deal.
As the season picks up, don’t forget that along with the camaraderie of rooting on beloved alma maters and favorite teams, it is important to keep your eyes peeled for unique collectibles. Here’s to your team winning, and that you find some amazing items to add to your collection this year!"

Racer Reunion at Corvettes at Carlisle

We had a great time at Corvettes in Carlisle and met a lot of nice people despite the dismal weather. The theme this year was “A Corvette Race Car Reunion” and there were many race cars from each generation of C1 to C6 Corvettes on display. Racing icon Mario Andretti was there signing autographs as well. We also had the opportunity to stop by the Hospitality tent and wish our good friends from the Original Garden State Corvette Club a safe and fun trip. They organized a 10-day Caravan trip from Carlisle PA to Bowling Green KY and will be posting pictures each day on their website http://www.zorpia.com/blue70ray. Be sure to follow them along their exciting journey!