I.M.C.A. Old Timers was formed to promote and preserve I.M.C.A. (International Motor Contest Association) history, including the preservation and excellent restoration of former I.M.C.A. race cars; to maintain records and documents of I.M.C.A. history; recognition of former drivers, owners, mechanics and others involved in I.M.C.A. history; and provide an opportunity for the social and technical interchange of members interested in auto racing history.
If you are in the neighborhood of Farmington check out "Drive-Through Christmas in the Village" This is the site of our display during the Dakota County Fair. Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13, 2020 Hours: 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Saturday & Sunday. To get the lowdown go to: http://www.dakotacity.org/events/christmas-in-the-village/
Gary Gay Richfield MN passed away Aug 17th at home. He was a long time race car and Chassis builder.
Gary designed many asphalt & dirt chassis that competition around the Midwest. Known for is outstanding craftsmanship & knowledge by many and friended those he came in contact with. He was also known for his award winning long island teas. Gary was 72 years old.
David Kaus passed away at his home Aug 9th 2020. Dave, IMCA Old Timer number 554 was long time Raceway Park and Elko competitor. He won many races, and later in his career tried his hand at Sprint Car racing on both asphalt and dirt. His sons Troy & Tony are still active in racing. Dave was 72 years old.
We are coming up on our two day event at Cedar Lake Speedway. We need you to register for the Cedar Lake Events. Fill in the form and the bottom of the Flyer and send it off. If you have to cancel for any reason it is no problem, showing up unannounced is a problem. A phone call to me will also work. Please help us out. Thanks, Dave
The Jackson Motorplex has been shutdown for the remainder of 2020 due to the Virus. Hopefully things will return to to normal for next year.
Canceled for this Year!
If you are interested in attending the Sept. 5th & 6th Jackson show please fill in the form below. We are preparing a packet to give the track announcer. It is much easier to remove your info then to add it, so just let me know even if you're just hoping to bring your car out. Thanks, Dave
There is talk about rescheduling the May 30th event. (see below) I will let you know if that happens.
If you are interested in attending the May 30th Jackson show please fill in the form below. We are preparing a packet to give the track announcer. It is much easier to remove your info then to add it, so just let me know, even if you're just hoping to bring your car out. Thanks, Dave
We wish a special Thank You to Mike for all the help in getting the items from the MN State Fair archives for us.
LeVerne "Frenchy" M. Vassar, age 72 of Independence, MN passed away Jan 30, 2020. Preceded into death by his parents, Martin & Violet (H) Vassar; and brother. Survived by his Better Half of 21 yrs, LaVonne Dallman; daughters: Marty (John) Lund & Amy Dallman; numerous grandchildren & great-grandchildren; furry friend, Lady. Interment at Grandview Park Cemetery. Funeral Service will be 11AM, Friday, Feb 7 with visitation one hour prior at: https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/LeVerne-Vassar/#!/Obituary
Strobeck Johnson 952-938-9020 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins 55343
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We held our Annual Meeting January 26th with over 50 members and guest attending. We would like to thank the members who took the time to go out and gather the door prizes for this meeting. I believe everyone went home with something. Again this year we had some good food provided by American Legion Post 643.
Rich Crear was awarded the 2020 sportsman Award for all of his hard work he puts into the club. We added another honorary member to the rolls this year. Harley Timmerman #172
Thanks again to the American Legion post for their all of their help, and to everyone who attended.
I wanted to share the thank you note we recieved from Harley.
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Our booth setup at the Crossroads Motorsports Show on Feb. 1st. The event was well attended and we met an number of old friends and promoters.
Yaggy's Old-Timers Racing Reunion has been canceled for this year.
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With the current conditions we have canceled the April Swap Meet and Cub Foods fund raisers for this year.
As things develope we may need to change other events as time goes by. We should have things posted here so check back as the times get closer.
Hopefully none of us will be directly affected and we can get back to normal soon.
I am writing to invite your members to an Open Vintage show on Aug 7-8 at I-35 Speedway Winston, Mo. Track is providing 2 pit passes per car and I have come up with $1500 per night purse to be divided between the cars that show up. I am trying to get more sponsorship to increase that amount. The track also has a BBQ competition going Friday night through Saturday. Friday night will be Vintage, Pure Stock, 4cyl, and E-mods. Saturday is a full show plus the vintage If enough cars show they will be divided into classes to allow for fair competition and good racing action for the spectators. Camping is allowed at the track. Hotels are available in Cameron, MO 10 miles south of the track or Bethany, MO 25 miles north of track. If there are any questions you can reach me at this e-mail: a3umph@hotmail.com or by phone: 816-714-6645. Steve Tanner
