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Title: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on January 19, 2008, 21:42:55 pm I have been contacted by Autobooks, the largest automotive-related book store in Southern California, to do a Book Signing, following the recent release of Demon Bugs. (In case you haven’t read the thread, see http://cal-look.no/lounge/index.php/topic,2933.0.html). Of course, I would like to invite as many of you guys as possible!
A few words about Autobooks… They have been located in Burbank since 1951. It’s some kind of paradise for us gearheads, with all sorts of books, magazines (from the U.S. and foreign), DVDs, scale models, memorabilia… I love the place. Here is the link: http://www.autobooks-aerobooks.com/display.php?id=000170 They also have a private parking lot, and offered to rope off part of it for some of our cars (10 VWs shouldn’t be a problem). If you have an air-cooled VW, feel free to bring it! Here is some key information about the event: WHEN: Saturday, February 16 – 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Autobooks - 3524 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505. For a map, click here: http://www.autobooks-aerobooks.com/contact.php. Phone: 818.845.0707 Autobooks carries Demon Bugs; so if you haven’t purchased this book, you will be able to find it in the store. Hope to see you guys there! Stephan 310-792-0250 Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: javabug on January 20, 2008, 00:10:22 am Celebrity!!! ;D Stephan will be too good for us lowly loungers now.
Congrats, man. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: John Rayburn on January 20, 2008, 04:58:29 am OHHHHHHH Stephan!!!!! Can I have your autograph????
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on January 20, 2008, 05:09:51 am May I have your autograph Mr. Szantai? ;)
Hell John beat me to it. >:( Seriously, I've been wanting to go there for a long time. Sounds like a good excuse. Anyone wanna car pool? Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: louisb on January 20, 2008, 15:51:19 pm Anyone wanna car pool? I will ride with you if you don't mind swinging by Florida to get me. ;D --louis Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on January 20, 2008, 17:59:58 pm Anyone wanna car pool? I will ride with you if you don't mind swinging by Florida to get me. ;D --louis ;D ;D ;D ;D not quite what I had in mind Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Dave Galassi on January 21, 2008, 15:33:59 pm right near my hood.... see you there buddy, that sounds fun. See you there Uncle Jim. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Frenchy Dehoux on January 22, 2008, 16:23:55 pm I am sure you should be able to fill that with 10 DKP cars. Frenchy Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: empicolector on January 22, 2008, 16:26:09 pm LUCKY BOYS ;D
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: WCB Hitler's Hot Rod on January 23, 2008, 06:41:15 am I'll be there Stephan. The last time I was at that store I met Jay Leno. He drove in with his Stanley steamer. I need to purchase a book from you. Will you save me a copy when I show up, or do I need to purchase one before than? Steve Niendorf.
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Carlos De Alba on January 23, 2008, 07:25:29 am Sound like fun.........I'll be there !!! :)
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on January 23, 2008, 17:07:09 pm I'll be there Stephan. The last time I was at that store I met Jay Leno. He drove in with his Stanley steamer. I need to purchase a book from you. Will you save me a copy when I show up, or do I need to purchase one before than? Steve Niendorf. Thanks to all for your replies! Steve, no need to purchase a copy before you show up. Autobooks will have a stack on site. See you there! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 05, 2008, 18:54:31 pm BUMP... About 10 more days left :)
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Carlos De Alba on February 05, 2008, 19:00:51 pm should be fun.........I'll be there!!! :)
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 13, 2008, 17:37:20 pm Bump - one last time!
3 more days... :) Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 13, 2008, 17:57:10 pm I'll be there. Anyone wanna car pool from the OC?? ;)
Title: Google Map Post by: Rick Meredith on February 13, 2008, 18:00:52 pm http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3524+W.+Magnolia+Blvd.+Burbank,+CA+91505&ie=UTF8&ll=34.169151,-118.344769&spn=0.012907,0.01914&z=16&iwloc=addr (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3524+W.+Magnolia+Blvd.+Burbank,+CA+91505&ie=UTF8&ll=34.169151,-118.344769&spn=0.012907,0.01914&z=16&iwloc=addr)
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rennsurfer on February 16, 2008, 17:03:51 pm BUMP.
Like our old club saying, "BE THERE, OR EAT HAIR, DEEKS." Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jason Foster on February 17, 2008, 01:34:15 am Sounds like it was a good time. As for me I was stuck at work. Congrats on this Stephan hope it was a great day for you. Jason
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: danny gabbard on February 17, 2008, 02:55:41 am very cool day, nice seeing everybody and the book is a must have for the collection, careful of the book store,lot's of cool books would be ez to spend some money there. even jay leno showed up for a short time. hope everybody had a good time.
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 17, 2008, 03:09:16 am It was a lot of fun! Too bad they sold out of Stephan's book... I'll have ta get him to sign another copy of it.
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: WCB Hitler's Hot Rod on February 17, 2008, 06:38:10 am Work got in the way and I couldn't make it. :(
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rennsurfer on February 17, 2008, 08:26:18 am Good times....what a cool store. Nice to see all the guys, and meet new friends. Nice day out for a drive too. Who's black Lancia was that out front when I left? Pretty car! Stephan, write some more books so we can hang out in their store and lot more often. Jim man, I am hooked on that place! Next weekend the Alfa Club meets up there......COOL! ;D That black Lancia was Mr. Leno's. I walked outside to get a better look at it. After talking to Sarge, I turned around and said hi to Jay as he walked out from the store. He got in his car and said goodbye to all of us. Good seeing and meeting a few of you, today. Below is a quick rundown of what took place, for those that couldn't make it out. What a great store this is! I'm going back there with my roommate, next week when I have more time to check everything out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AutoBooks021608.jpg) Note the book signing poster to the left of the entrance door. (coughDannycough) HAHA!! A few cars showed up early in the day. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AutoBooks0216082.jpg) A closer look... didn't know who's car this was, but nicely done. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/BeigeOval021608.jpg) I really dug on this one. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/1969Bug021608.jpg) This rolling VW accessory catalog was a trip. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AccessoryBug021608.jpg) Inside, Stephan set up shop and everyone had a good time hangin' out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/StephanMyBook021608.jpg) Came across THIS guy and haven't seen him since 1983. Which, by the way, made my day even better. We had a blast catchin' up, talkin', and hangin' out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/DynoDonMark0216082.jpg) Dyno, gettin' his book signed. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/DynoStephan021608.jpg) Outside, in the back of the shop, a few more cars scattered throughout the parking lot, made for another great place to hangout and talk. I finally had the honor of meeting this wonderful car and it's owner, Sarge. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/SargesBug021608-1.jpg) Herr Scwhimmer's Käfer. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/BillsBug021608.jpg) Jim's. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/JimsBug021608-1.jpg) All in all, a good turnout. At least by the sign of books that sold out. Afterwards, a few of us walked down to a local eatery and continued to enjoy another perfect weather So Cal winter day. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: JOHN CANALES on February 17, 2008, 19:06:04 pm Work got in the way and I couldn't make it. :( SAME HERE, LOOKS LIKE WE MISSED A GREAT DAY, CONGRATS STEPHAN!!! MY BE YOU CAN SET UP A TABLE AT THE NEXT DKP CRUISE AND SIGN MORE BOOKS.. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 17, 2008, 19:09:58 pm Perfect pictures of an awesome day. THANKS!
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: deano on February 17, 2008, 19:53:35 pm Could that cream colored sunroof be Tim Allen's new car?
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: speedwell on February 17, 2008, 20:01:07 pm no dean it's andy spilkoman oval hot vws cover car in sept 98
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Pump Gas on February 17, 2008, 20:02:47 pm Stephan - thanks for the special e-mail invite you sent us!
Sorry we could not make it - sounds like it was very successful for you. And thanks to Mark for sharing the photos. It was a beautiful day yesterday! Mike had to go up to Central CA, and I was home not feeling well! Can't wait to see the book! Take Care, Susy Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 17, 2008, 23:03:17 pm I cannot thank you guys enough for showing up at the book signing! I really did not know what turnout to expect. You know how in some movies you see an author sitting at a table with a stack of 100 books, and nobody around? I had that same vision… ;)
Anyway, people definitely showed up, and an hour after the signing began, the store ran out of books! Autobooks just didn’t expect so many people. THANKS again to all for the support, kind words, and for buying the book. It has been said before: cars are just toys allowing people to meet; but in the end, what makes me appreciate the VW scene are the valuable friendships. On the way back home, my wife Tania and I stopped by the Petersen Museum, half an hour before closing. Got in for free and enjoyed an impressive display of Low Riders. We finished at a Hungarian restaurant, in memory of my (Hungarian) dad, who happened to be an author himself. What a great day! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 17, 2008, 23:15:33 pm Mark/Fred!
Thanks for the pics! A couple more... Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: dyno don on February 18, 2008, 05:02:32 am "congrats buddy' on a fine day...nice group of people that showed up and were all very hospitable...talking to jay leno was very cool/i offered my detail services...LOL ...mr. energy fred...good to see you after all these years as well as brian plummer showing his gab-fab 67 on laptop mode.. ..!!thanks to jim ratto and carlos for the grog// nice to chat with sarge about years gone by and the above picture of his beautiful red 67 from the rear stance is MOST BITCHIN to say the least and definitely says it all for me..period !!! it was good for me to get out of "my shell" and see those that make up such a part of this scene as well as to support YOU STEPHAN..!! nice mention of sarge and bill schwimmer as well as some other notables in the book as i took my FIRST LOOK when i got home..!! NICE DAY.....
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 18, 2008, 07:09:05 am Good times....what a cool store. Nice to see all the guys, and meet new friends. Nice day out for a drive too. Who's black Lancia was that out front when I left? Pretty car! Stephan, write some more books so we can hang out in their store and lot more often. Jim man, I am hooked on that place! Next weekend the Alfa Club meets up there......COOL! ;D That black Lancia was Mr. Leno's. I walked outside to get a better look at it. After talking to Sarge, I turned around and said hi to Jay as he walked out from the store. He got in his car and said goodbye to all of us. Good seeing and meeting a few of you, today. Below is a quick rundown of what took place, for those that couldn't make it out. What a great store this is! I'm going back there with my roommate, next week when I have more time to check everything out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AutoBooks021608.jpg) Note the book signing poster to the left of the entrance door. (coughDannycough) HAHA!! A few cars showed up early in the day. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AutoBooks0216082.jpg) A closer look... didn't know who's car this was, but nicely done. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/BeigeOval021608.jpg) I really dug on this one. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/1969Bug021608.jpg) This rolling VW accessory catalog was a trip. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/AccessoryBug021608.jpg) Inside, Stephan set up shop and everyone had a good time hangin' out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/StephanMyBook021608.jpg) Came across THIS guy and haven't seen him since 1983. Which, by the way, made my day even better. We had a blast catchin' up, talkin', and hangin' out. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/DynoDonMark0216082.jpg) Dyno, gettin' his book signed. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/DynoStephan021608.jpg) Outside, in the back of the shop, a few more cars scattered throughout the parking lot, made for another great place to hangout and talk. I finally had the honor of meeting this wonderful car and it's owner, Sarge. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/SargesBug021608-1.jpg) Herr Scwhimmer's Käfer. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/BillsBug021608.jpg) Jim's. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v18/Sumdumsurfer/Cars/JimsBug021608-1.jpg) All in all, a good turnout. At least by the sign of books that sold out. Afterwards, a few of us walked down to a local eatery and continued to enjoy another perfect weather So Cal winter day. I love the blue late model with the Porsche alloys, it shows up every once in awhile....isn't it Ted Domingo's car? ALWAYS looks and sounds great. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: DKK Ted on February 18, 2008, 07:23:23 am Hey Jim, Yes that is my car, the Blue 69' Thank you for the complement. I kinda like it too! Thanks man. ;D
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: louisb on February 18, 2008, 13:06:43 pm Hey Jim, Yes that is my car, the Blue 69' Thank you for the complement. I kinda like it too! Thanks man. ;D Very clean looking car. And welcome to the lounge. --louis Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 18, 2008, 17:13:35 pm Hey Jim, Yes that is my car, the Blue 69' Thank you for the complement. I kinda like it too! Thanks man. ;D Hey Welcome Ted!!!! I'd like to have a closer look at your car next time we're at the same place. See ya later, Jim Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Sarge on February 18, 2008, 18:15:47 pm Hey Jim, Yes that is my car, the Blue 69' Thank you for the complement. I kinda like it too! Thanks man. ;D Welcome to The Lounge, Ted...pass us a beer or two, will ya!! ;D Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 18, 2008, 18:20:02 pm You did tell Ted that the new guy buys the first round!
Welcome Ted! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 18, 2008, 19:19:20 pm look at these 3 stooges.... who let them in?
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Sarge on February 18, 2008, 19:24:05 pm The nervous looking stooge on the left is filling his pockets... ::) ;D
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 18, 2008, 19:28:31 pm oooo a wiseguy! ;D ;D
Nyuk Nyuk Nyuk Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 19, 2008, 07:48:35 am Good times....what a cool store. Nice to see all the guys, and meet new friends. Nice day out for a drive too. Who's black Lancia was that out front when I left? Pretty car! Stephan, write some more books so we can hang out in their store and lot more often. Jim man, I am hooked on that place! Next weekend the Alfa Club meets up there......COOL! ;D That black Lancia was Mr. Leno's. I walked outside to get a better look at it. After talking to Sarge, I turned around and said hi to Jay as he walked out from the store. He got in his car and said goodbye to all of us. I was lucky enough to photograph Jay Leno's collection two years ago & interview the man himself. GREAT guy! He owns close to 100 cars + 100 bikes. Some pics below. One of my favorite cars might have been the '66 Olds Toronado - a total sleeper! 1100 hp (!), twin turbo, Corvette suspension, ABS... Insane. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rennsurfer on February 19, 2008, 08:06:40 am Good stuff, Stephan! Thanks for sharing. What kind of car is Jay leaning on?
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 19, 2008, 17:10:39 pm Good stuff, Stephan! Thanks for sharing. What kind of car is Jay leaning on? That is The Blastolene Special. More info here http://www.blastolene.com/The_Special/index.htm (http://www.blastolene.com/The_Special/index.htm) Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 19, 2008, 17:11:05 pm Good times....what a cool store. Nice to see all the guys, and meet new friends. Nice day out for a drive too. Who's black Lancia was that out front when I left? Pretty car! Stephan, write some more books so we can hang out in their store and lot more often. Jim man, I am hooked on that place! Next weekend the Alfa Club meets up there......COOL! ;D That black Lancia was Mr. Leno's. I walked outside to get a better look at it. After talking to Sarge, I turned around and said hi to Jay as he walked out from the store. He got in his car and said goodbye to all of us. I was lucky enough to photograph Jay Leno's collection two years ago & interview the man himself. GREAT guy! He owns close to 100 cars + 100 bikes. Some pics below. One of my favorite cars might have been the '66 Olds Toronado - a total sleeper! 1100 hp (!), twin turbo, Corvette suspension, ABS... Insane. I dig the McLaren F1 and I think I see an Alfa 1750 back there too. Anybody know, does he offer tours? Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 19, 2008, 17:15:11 pm Stephan thanks for the post. I've always loved that Toronado too.
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 19, 2008, 17:15:51 pm I dig the McLaren F1 and I think I see an Alfa 1750 back there too. Anybody know, does he offer tours? I don't know but sign me up if he does! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on February 19, 2008, 17:21:34 pm Jim R, this one is for you...
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 19, 2008, 17:24:09 pm super sweet! Muira, Countach, Muira, Espada.... 48 cylinders, 96 valves, 16 cams, over 1400 horsepower....
NICE Thanks ok we better get bamck to topic or we'll get moved. ::) Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Sarge on February 19, 2008, 17:35:35 pm ok we better get bamck to topic or we'll get moved. ::) Yeah, WATCH IT!! >:( ;D Nice pics of Jay's collection, Steph! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rennsurfer on February 19, 2008, 17:36:03 pm Stephan & Rick, thanks for the replies. That orange Lambo has been my fave model since high school.
Back to thread content... I was so impressed by what I saw at Autobooks, my roommate (also ex-D.K.K. member) and I are gonna drive out there in my old BMW this morning. I showed him the pictures that I took from Stephan's book signing and he was stoked to say the least. A fellow car/motorcycle/airplane nut... I think he'll dig the place. Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Carlos De Alba on February 19, 2008, 19:07:37 pm Hey Jim, Yes that is my car, the Blue 69' Thank you for the complement. I kinda like it too! Thanks man. ;D Bitching car........always nice to see your car around..... :) Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Carlos De Alba on February 19, 2008, 19:14:38 pm The nervous looking stooge on the left is filling his pockets... ::) ;D >:( >:( ..... :D I walked away with 20 Demon Bugs in my pockets............. ;D Not signed :'( :D :D :D Great times at the book signing...... Stephan........ Thanks, glad the signing was a success Ratto......... Thanks for the beer Sarge......... Thanks for the stogie Don.......... Thanks for telling everyone about my long "personality" Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rick Meredith on February 19, 2008, 19:27:54 pm The nervous looking stooge on the left is filling his pockets... ::) ;D >:( >:( ..... :D I walked away with 20 Demon Bugs in my pockets............. ;D Not signed :'( :D :D :D Great times at the book signing...... Stephan........ Thanks, glad the signing was a success Ratto......... Thanks for the beer Sarge......... Thanks for the stogie Don.......... Thanks for telling everyone about my long "personality" So you're the one that got all the book! >:( :D Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Jim Ratto on February 19, 2008, 19:37:23 pm The nervous looking stooge on the left is filling his pockets... ::) ;D >:( >:( ..... :D I walked away with 20 Demon Bugs in my pockets............. ;D Not signed :'( :D :D :D Great times at the book signing...... Stephan........ Thanks, glad the signing was a success Ratto......... Thanks for the beer Sarge......... Thanks for the stogie Don.......... Thanks for telling everyone about my long "personality" cold beer..... don't leave home without it Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: DKK Ted on February 21, 2008, 07:37:59 am Thanks guys for the welcome here and complements. I won't say who told me of this forum, but I like it here, alot. ;D
Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Stephan S on March 02, 2008, 04:31:57 am Sorry to dig up this old topic...
Since Autobooks ran out of books during the signing, a few of you guys could not buy the book. Therefore, Autobooks offered the unlucky few to put their name on a list. Well, I went to Autobooks today and the books are now in stock. (All have been signed). Feel free to contact Autobooks, so you can either pick up your book, or they might send it to you. Phone number is 818.845.0707. Please contact me by PM or email (stsphoto@earthlink.net) if you have questions. Thanks again! Title: Re: DEMON BUGS… Book signing! Post by: Rennsurfer on March 02, 2008, 04:35:25 am Sorry to dig up this old topic... Sorry? No way... thanks for letting us relive great memories. I had a lotta fun that day. Carry on. |