Member Spotlights
Member of the Moment, Sean H
Member Since 2024
After moving to the Twin Cities, Sean was eager to connect with like-minded car enthusiasts.
Here’s what Sean says about his experience:
“As a newcomer to the Twin Cities and the collector vehicle community, I was excited to meet fellow LGBTQ car enthusiasts. The Great Northern Region has exceeded my expectations with its welcoming vibe, knowledge sharing, and great events. So far, Vino in the Valley is my favorite of the year!”
Sean has also stepped up to join our Board of Directors and manages all our social media, keeping the club top of mind for everyone online. Big thanks to him!
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Earl
Member Since 2018
Earl joined the Great Northern Region in 2018.
In his own words, "I had a couple classics but never really found a place where I felt like I fit in and was welcomed until stumbling upon this club by searching for gay car clubs. Who knew there was one in Minnesota?!"
In terms of his favorite thing about the club, "Each event is different - and I guess that is what appeals to me. Road trips, car shows, social hang outs, friendships in the making. So great!"
Barry
Member Since 2021
When we caught up with Barry to ask why he joined, he said, "to meet car enthusiasts and do like minded fun car related excursions." For those of you who know Barry, he's being coy. This author thinks there may be ulterior motives such as meeting dignitaries and exercising his powers of observation and innuendo.
What holds Barry's interest? "I enjoy sharing knowledge about cars and leaning from other car collectors about their cars. I particularly like the diversity of collector cars and the fun dynamics of the members."
Bob
Member Since 2020
We caught up with him to talk about why he joined. Bob shared, "I've known many of the members for several years but was always busy with my signing groups. That changed with the pandemic, and I found myself with time to explore other interests. I attended a club driving event as a guest and was immediately taken by how welcoming and friendly everyone was. I grew up in a family that always had old cars around as my Dad fixed them up and sold them for extra cash. As kids we played a game while driving at night of who could tell what a car was based solely on its headlights or taillights. Not as easy to do nowadays, but I still make guesses to myself."
Maybe we should do a Headlight / Taillight series of posts!
We asked Bob what his favorite thing about the club was... "Hanging out and spending time with other gay men that enjoy cars. And of course, I love the drives!"
Robin
Member Since 2018
Robin joined the Great Northern Region in 2018. He was introduced to the club by his best friends - having not been aware of it before.
What Robin likes best about the club? "Getting together and meeting people with common interests. Participating in events when I can. Sizzling summer nights is probably my favorite because I host that event and it’s always great fun and a great show."
Jeff
Member Since 2017
Jeff joined the Great Northern Region in 2017.
We asked Jeff why he joined. "Being a classic car owner, and a gay man, I found the idea of attending local car shows were boring. I needed to find people similar to me who also had the love of classic cars. Cars from the 70's and 80's are my favorite."
Jeff's take on why join our car club... "I so much enjoy meeting new people, people of similar taste of cars, being surrounded by other gay men who love cars! (ok looking at "eye candy" at car events is great too!) The group is a great source of knowledge of where to have your car worked on, where to get parts, who knows where to go for questions on your car. I enjoy the "roadtrips" we do as a group."
Chris
Member Since 2021
We asked him about why he joined and his experience with the club.
"I have always loved cars. My matchbox collection probably started it, and why I don’t have them today I really couldn’t tell you. About a year ago I decided to buy myself a new adult sized toy. I am always intrigued by a car's design regardless of year, make or model. And now classic cars include the ones from MY childhood!
Being at a point in my life where I am ready for new adventures, finding a club like this was a wonderful surprise, I was welcomed so kindly, and learned it really is a small world."
Glenn
Member Since {Redacted}
Glenn has been a member of the Great Northern Region for over 20 years (GASP!) through a couple incarnations of the local chapter.
We caught up with him to find out why he joined. In his own words, " I'm obsessed with cars- the style and design tho rather than the mechanics-and LCCI seemed like a fun place to share those interests with others with a similar lifestyle."
For those who may not know (*ahem*) Glenn was, for a long-time, President of our chapter, and we hardly believe him as he says his favorite thing about the club is "the board members, especially the prez".
Our theory, which Glenn unofficially confirmed, he loves the social interaction. Although cars are the common bond in the club, having a fun time whether on road trips, at car shows, or at member-hosted events is what makes us successful.
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