Author Topic: Bill Miller Co-Founder Carlisle Speaks about PCCA (Read 16520 times)

Scott Hamilton · « **on:** June 10, 2008, 06:41:04 PM »

Guys- Steph & I stayed for the parade of winners for each class and let me tell you what happened!!!

3 Pintos were in the parade, Phil's, Brian's & Connie's... The program was going along with car after car, class after class, photo after photo (remember this was the ALL FORDS NATIONALS= Lots of cars).. then Phil's Green 72 Runabout started across- they made the announcement that he won first in non modified Pinto class (YAAA-- 9600 mile Original Pinto SWEET!!) and then they announced that his car was a Celebrity Pick from non other than the co-founder "Bill Miller"... The program completely stopped.. all cars waiting to go across and receive their awards stopped... Brian & Connie Stopped.. Bill Miller walked out and grabbed the mike and proceeded to tell everyone about what a great group of Guys we were (the PCCA) and really explained to everyone how original Phil's car was. He really said some fantastic things about the 'pinto.com' folks and the PCCA... Everyone was clapping and whoo hooing all around. he then gave the mike back to the founder of the show and the awards parade continued with NO further interruptions. ..

Can you believe that Phil's Car & the PCCA (us) were singled out by the co-founder of Carlilse in the middle of the All Fords awards parade?

Un Blankin believable!

I was completely blown away!!!!

Kudos exist for Harley, Bill, Connie, and everyone that helped form 06-08 Meets... An impression was made and it's a real good one!

Ohh- as an added note- Phil's car was picked to be featured in a 'Classic Fords' Magazine-- Phil, fill in the gaps for us here... Great weekend huh!

Phil- Let us know what was going though you head when Bill was speaking!

r4pinto · « **Reply #1 on:** June 10, 2008, 10:42:34 PM »

That is awesome! If we didn't have a long drive back to Columbus, Oh Dad & I probably would have stayed to see that.

apintonut · « **Reply #2 on:** June 10, 2008, 11:41:16 PM »

kudos to the founders of this great site, and thanks for all the hard work. from the sound of it it just payed off in spades

High_Horse · « **Reply #3 on:** June 11, 2008, 07:11:26 AM »

WoW!!!! That is so cool....

High_Horse

bobscat · « **Reply #4 on:** June 11, 2008, 07:54:42 AM »

That is awesome, and like everyone said, thanks to Scott, and every one else whom have made this site and club so amazing!! Also, hats off to Harley, Bill, an Connie, like Scott said, for all the hard work entailed to make it all happen. Hey Phil, keep us updated on the magazine article, I know that I will be purchasing one to keep with all my other Pinto memorabilia!!

77turbopinto · « **Reply #5 on:** June 11, 2008, 09:00:10 AM »

I never saw that coming, even with Mr. Miller stopping in at our tent on Saturday and spending some time there, it was still a jaw-dropper at the parade.

Another thing I noticed was that with car after car with almost no reaction from the crowd for most cars, the Pintos got so much attention and cheers (UFO cheerleaders?).

We were back up on the hill like we were last year, but in an area with not many groups, or small ones, it appears that we did have more than the average number of visitors. (at least we had a slight breeze up there time to time too)

I would like to take this time to thank everyone that came to the event, with or without a Pinto; YOU make the event rewarding.

Scott: Who knew it would have made it this far, and have so much on the horizon?? Thank you for getting this ball rolling.

Bill

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #6 on:** June 11, 2008, 04:13:13 PM »

Scott, it was great meeting you and your lovely wife. I can't tell you what was going through my head at that moment,it was all a bit of a dream come true. Again,I'd like to thank you and the people that drive this club,and work so hard to make it what it is! I'm looking forward to next year and I'm really excited about the 2011 Carlisle show with the 40th birthday celebration of the Pinto. I'll do what I can to help out with this project! As soon as I find anything about the Legendary Ford article,I will be posting it! GOOOOOOOOOO PINTO!!!!!!!!!!

Creamsicle · « **Reply #7 on:** June 12, 2008, 12:42:32 PM »

I was two cars behind Phil in the parade and after steadily moving along, I came to a complete halt and wondered what was going on up ahead. I couldn't see past Brian's car in front of me and couldn't really hear the speakers at the grandstand. As much fun as it was to be in the parade, I wish I had been in the stands to hear what Mr. Miller had to say. Phil, you should be very proud. Your's is a fine example of an original, well cared-for vintage automobile. The fact that it is a Pinto is a huge bonus for all of us. We've been into Pintos for about ten years now and there has been a significant upsurge in interest and acceptance. Thanks to Scott for giving us an outlet to communicate. Thanks to all who have organized meets (not just Carlisle) which gives us an opportunity to show off and promote our cars. It's just a matter of time before there is a "Pintos Unlimited" catalog in our bathroom.
Connie

phils toys · « **Reply #8 on:** June 13, 2008, 04:49:37 PM »

I apologize for not sticking around for the awards and parade. but I had other thingswaiting at home and an over heated child.
phils toys

bobscat · « **Reply #9 on:** June 18, 2008, 11:11:09 AM »

Found this on rodandpiston website....som eones Pinto was the #1 rated picture.....

http://www.rodandpiston.com/components/supersize.asp?id=show/millerhose08&n=32

phils toys · « **Reply #10 on:** June 18, 2008, 11:57:16 AM »

That is not a pinto , it is a bobcat that phil sold and then bought the 72 pinto.

bobscat · « **Reply #11 on:** June 18, 2008, 12:02:38 PM »

OOPS, :hypno:, my bad, I cardinal sinned on the Pinto/Bobcat name switch! Even I try to avoid that, owning a Bobcat and all....LOL

Any way, cool, and thanks for the info! I messed around on that site for a bit, and saw they had numerous Pinto pictures, with pretty good rankings, too I might add!

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #12 on:** June 18, 2008, 01:32:14 PM »

Thank you Tony,that means alot coming from you! And Thank you Connie,you and Bill run a couple really great Pintos. The Bobcat on Rod and Piston was mine for a while but an offer to good to turn down was made and it went down the road to a very good friend. And the car bought the new 18' car hauler I used to transport the '72 to Carlisle this year. Please feel free to tap into the RodandPiston site to keep tabs on what happens in my neck of the woods,and to read my rants or comments. I go under the handle PINTOMAN,sorry Harley!

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #13 on:** August 07, 2008, 01:50:00 PM »

My bad,I should have done this earlier. The '72 Pinto will be featured in the Sept./Oct. issue of Legendary Ford. Thanks again to all!!!!

77turbopinto · « **Reply #14 on:** August 07, 2008, 01:56:06 PM »

Quote from: Pintony on June 18, 2008, 09:57:28 AM

...... I met Phil in 2006 and instantly fell in love.....

Bill

Scott Hamilton · « **Reply #15 on:** August 07, 2008, 05:30:44 PM »

Quote from: Pinto1600 on August 07, 2008, 01:50:00 PM

My bad,I should have done this earlier. The '72 Pinto will be featured in the Sept./Oct. issue of Legendary Ford. Thanks again to all!!!!

Ahhh.. OK I have subscribed so we can get it online ONLY AFTER significant time has passed when they publish...

Thanks Phil!

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #16 on:** August 08, 2008, 11:24:46 AM »

Sorry Scott,
As founder and leader of this fine site,I'll send you a signed copy. LOL Hope that makes up for my lateness.

Scott Hamilton · « **Reply #17 on:** August 13, 2008, 06:31:03 PM »

Founder and Leader.. HA!!!!!

I serve the Admins, the Charter Members & the Pinto community at large... I guess I am the founder of the site but Greg G. is the founder of the PCCA and you must know that your admins work all the time to keep the place we all call home nice and tidy.

FordPinto.com & the PCCA became one several years ago when the eGroups or Yahoo group was brought over.

So.. we are the PCCA/ FordPinto.com & NOW (Ta Da..) well.. this is a good place to announce as any... We now have Ford Motor Companies official okie dokie and blesssing over our domain name, website, club, logo, shirts etc... This happend just last week!

We are now the 'Official FORD Pinto car club of America'...

Wow.. I was bouncing all round there...

Give a BIG thank you to all your Admins and all they do for all of us here... They have paved the way for all of this to happen....

apintonut · « **Reply #18 on:** August 13, 2008, 06:42:38 PM »

right on!!!!

gpinto2 · « **Reply #19 on:** August 15, 2008, 03:16:48 PM »

WOW!!!!!!!!!! Is all I can say,Just goes to show what great people we have here on this site.From the Admins to the guests everybody is always willing to lend a hand to help each other out with either info or parts.

I never,ever imagined anything like this would happen when we all started this.But,with Scott doing his thing and everybody else pushing foward we've made a great community.

Thanks everybody and keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!

popbumper · « **Reply #20 on:** August 15, 2008, 03:55:14 PM »

Hope this is not cheesy - but I gotta say, I could >not< be happier being a part of this group. My wife said years ago (in the early 90's) that nobody would ever be interested in Pintos - I told her "wait - it's coming". WOW! Folks, we are >just< starting to get the recognition, and man, I am stoked.

Congrats and thanks to the many who had the foresight, knowledge and perseverance to move forward. With Ford recognizing us, what could be better? I hope sincerely I can make a contribution to this fine group; I certainly am making roots towards that end.

Chris

rkk · « **Reply #21 on:** August 18, 2008, 07:25:23 AM »

Great job Scott and all the people that work so hard on this site. It has tremendously helped me in my project. I am proud to be a member!
Celebrate all.

Thanks Ray

FlyerPinto · « **Reply #22 on:** August 20, 2008, 09:25:41 AM »

Outstanding work Scott! We are on our way!

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #23 on:** August 25, 2008, 01:58:07 PM »

BUMP BUMP BUMP.......... ... Just got a call from LFM,the Sept./Oct. issue will be in the mail within 2-3 weeks. I've got my 3 or 4 personal issues coming by Thursday 8/28. I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #24 on:** August 28, 2008, 11:40:22 AM »

Bump......... The magazine just hit the door,fantastic article. I'm smiling from ear to ear!!!!

75bobcatv6 · « **Reply #25 on:** August 28, 2008, 11:48:11 AM »

where do i find this magazine?

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #26 on:** August 29, 2008, 11:35:20 AM »

Got my copies EARLY,they should hit magazine racks in a couple of weeks

75bobcatv6 · « **Reply #27 on:** August 29, 2008, 12:13:34 PM »

Whats the name of the magazine so i can look for it

Scott Hamilton · « **Reply #28 on:** October 07, 2008, 10:50:58 PM »

It's on the front page... get your copy today...

Pinto1600 · « **Reply #29 on:** October 15, 2008, 12:57:27 PM »

BIG BIG BUMP HERE!!!!!!! I just found out that the '72 will be in the 2009 Lengendary Ford Magazine calander(March). YAHOOOOO!!!!!!

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