MORNING AT CLASSIC EURO AUTO

by Bernardo Pisarzewski

Given our harsh Canadian winters, it is only normal that our cars don't see much road time… However, that doesn't mean that the VEA is dormant during the hibernal hiatus. In what has become a tradition, Pierre from Classic Euro Auto invited the members of the VEA to take part in the annual tech session at his facilities in the South Shore. As usual, a large number of the members were in attendance and an informal session/seminar was given on the subject of interiors.

Mr. Henri Chamsi, president of Henri Seat Covers, enlightened us on the labours and details involved in successfully upholstering your classic car's interior. Mr. Chamsi mentioned that although some materials and fabrics were scarce, there never was an interior that he couldn't complete. When patterns or pre-fabed seats (or other interior fittings) were not available, he had to rely on photographs to duplicate and fabricate interiors by hand. A true artisan of yesteryear.

Also on hand was a spanking new Lotus Exige S on display from John Scotti Autos.
A gorgeous little go-kart…that was a real challenge getting in and out of.

And as usual, door prizes and other goodies were offered from the good people at Castrol Oil. A heartfelt thank you goes to our gracious host Pierre and we wish him continued success for many years to come.

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