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Old 05-14-2017, 11:58 AM
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Default OFFICIAL 2018 GTOAA NATIONAL CONVENTION PAGE

Please refer to this page for updates on the 2018 GTOAA Convention presented by; Susquehanna Valley GTO Inc. All updates on this show will be posted here.

THE GOATS ARE COMING, THE GOATS ARE COMING


The GTOAA Nationals is returning to the East Coast after a 4-year hiatus out West and in the Midwest.

The 39th Annual Convention will take place June 26-30, 2018 in Historic Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.

Hosted by Susquehanna Valley GTOs Inc., this convention will be held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA. SVGTO is diligently at work preparing a first-class event for our guests as we present: GOATS ON THE BATTLEFIELD.

We have several social media outlets available to keep everyone informed and updated on this event. As this event nears and activities are confirmed we’ll update the information. We are advertising this event well in advance for those who wish to attend so they can plan accordingly. We’ve chosen the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center for this event as this area is rich in the history of this nation and all events are easily accessible from the PA turnpike and all major highways North, and South.

There is A LOT to see and do for the entire family in this area. We have 3 first class host hotels you can choose from, all 3 offer complete amenities for the whole family:

The Hilton Garden Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites
Homewood Suites
http://svgto.com/2018-gtoaa-nationals/lodging-info.html

We'll post when rooms become available, sometime in the beginning to mid July 2017

Follow this event at the following outlets:
Websites:
www.svgto.com
2018 GTOAA National Convention - Home Page http://svgto.com/2018-gtoaa-nationals/index.html

Facebook pages:
https://www.facebook.com/SVGTO/
https://www.facebook.com/2018-GTOAA-...3236207695949/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SVGTO/ Our group page is an interactive page where we encourage people to get active on it. Questions can be posted there for our co-chair’s to answer.

Twitter: SVGTO

We’ll also update on the GTOAA Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/GTOAA/

Check back here and on our sites for updates
We hope to see MANY of you at the 2018 National GTOAA Convention



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Old 07-04-2017, 12:29 PM
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Hotel Reservations and then event registrations for the 2018 GTOAA Convention will be online shortly. I will update everyone here when they go online as well as the event website and multiple event Facebook pages.

As we confirm activities they'll be posted here.

We will give everyone plenty of time to chose which activities you'd like to participate in.

Please stay tuned .............

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Old 07-13-2017, 07:17 PM
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Mr. John Kraman, Mecum Auction's commentator and analyst, will be one of our guest speakers and will be conducting a seminar at our 2018 Convention from Valley Forge, PA.



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Old 07-22-2017, 08:30 AM
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Room Reservations for the 2018 GTOAA Nationals at all 3 hotels are now active for online reservations. All 3 hotels are also taking phone reservations. Group discount code for all 3 hotels; GTOAA NATIONAL CONVENTION

Host Hotel:
Hampton Inn & Suites Valley Forge/Oaks
100 Cresson Boulevard
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania 19460
(610) 676-0900
https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/hp/...execution=e5s1

Hilton Garden Inn Valley Forge/Oaks
500 Cresson Boulevard
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania 19460
(610) 650-0880
https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/gi/...execution=e6s1

Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia, Valley Forge
681 Shannondell Boulevard
Audubon, Pennsylvania 19403
(610) 539-7300
https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/hw/...execution=e7s1

A lot of interest in this convention has been generated, rooms are expected to fill fast. It's advised to reserve your room asap.

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Old 07-23-2017, 04:51 PM
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Coming to the GTOAA National Convention next year in Valley Forge, PA? We will be offering The BIG BUS and TROLLEY works guide tour to downtown Philadelphia to see all the must see sites, leaving right from the Convention Center! Hop on Hop off at area museums, Independence Hall, Eastern State Penitentiary, Phila Art Museum and more. See the Liberty Bell, see where our founders signed the Deceleration of Independence enjoy Philadelphia cuisine including the Legendary Philadelphia Cheese steak all at your pace. 27 stops in all, you choose what you'd like to see.

Here's a sample of what you can expect:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BeR6QDDUIU&sns=fb

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Old 07-27-2017, 04:57 PM
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*** We have been asked if one needs to be a GTO owner or a GTOAA member to register and attend the 2018 Convention. To clarify:

ALL Pontiac owners ARE INVITED to register and attend this convention.



Only GTO owners need to be a GTOAA member to be able to register. If you are not a GTOAA member, own a GTO and wish to attend this convention, you can join the GTOAA. We are running a promotion at this time to join. Contact me here or at publicrelations@gtoaa.org or visit the GTOAA facebook page for further information. https://www.facebook.com/GTOAA/

Those Pontiac owners who want to attend who are not a GTOAA member, the event registration fee is only 10.00 more than a GTOAA member. GTO owners and Pontiac A-Body owners are invited to register their car for the Concours Showfield. Pontiacs will be able to be registered in the Popular Vote Showfield or Street Legends class.

Non GTOAA members who register for the convention are invited to participate in all activities, seminars, the banquet and awards ceremonies. Registration for this convention is scheduled to open in September 2017.

****4th Generation GTO's: We will have a select few concours quality GTOs included in the concours showfield undergoing beta concours judging as the GTOAA prepares to introduce the 2004 GTO into the 2019 concours showfield. The 2005 GTO will be added to the concourse showfield in 2020, and the 2006 GTO in 2021.

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Those attending our SVGTO Pontiac show August 19 who'd like to join the GTOAA: Join the GTOAA at our show and I will give you a FREE GTOAA t-shirt.

If you own a GTO and plan on attending our National Convention in Valley Forge, PA in June of 2018, now would be a great time to join the GTOAA.

If you are already a GTOAA member, bring a friend with you, you'll get a FREE extension onto your current membership and your friend will get a t-shirt for joining. We want you and your friendS at our convention June 26-30 2018!

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its going to be amazing

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We're happy to announce Mr. Arnie Beswick will be conducting a Q & A session on Thursday June 28, 2018 at the 2018 GTOAA National Convention in Valley Forge, PA. The time of the session will be announced closer to the time.




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Old 09-12-2017, 07:27 PM
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ACTIVITIES


Philadelphia Tour
Wednesday June 27, Saturday June 30.
Times TBA

We have contracted the Philadelphia Trolley Works BIG BUS COMPANY’s Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour to provide our guests a unique tour experience of Philadelphia, PA.

Our guests will board a double decker bus at the Convention Center and take a tour of Philadelphia’s most popular areas. This bus will make 27 stops along the way where you can Hop-off and take your own tour at your leisure then Hop-on the bus and proceed to another stop at a tour of your choosing.

There are designated stops all over the city along the route where you can disembark then be picked up at your convenience. At the end of your day the bus will bring you back to the Convention Center.

While you are enjoying your tour you will be able to sample Philadelphia cuisine at one of the many restaurants and pubs in Philadelphia. Philadelphia is noted for their Philadelphia Cheesesteaks, there are many pizza, and steak shops along the tour routes for you to choose from.

We are letting YOU choose which sites offered to visit while you enjoy your stay in Valley Forge. We will offer 2 excursions with the Big Bus Company. One on Wednesday June 27, and one on Saturday June 30, 2018.

Valley Forge National Historical Park
Thursday June 28, 2018.
Time TBA

THE GOATS are COMING, THE GOATS are COMING!! Our cruise will take us to the Valley Forge National Historical Park located about 5 miles from the Expo Center. We’ll assemble at the Convention Center and proceed to the Park. We’ll regroup at, then tour the Visitors Center and receive tour maps before proceeding into the park. Bring your cameras and video recorders! There are many landmarks to visit and historical information provided about the American Revolution. Visit General George Washington’s headquarters, see where his Elite Security Force were housed and how they lived, visit Artillery Park.

As we enter the Park we’ll make our first stop. You will then tour this park at your leisure, take as much time as you like. At the end of your tour you can cruise back to the convention center using the map you’ll be provided.

More announcements on other activities as they are confirmed.

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Old 09-25-2017, 09:56 AM
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************ ATTENTION ************


Interest in the 2018 GTOAA National Convention is overwhelming! Our Host Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites is now full. There are no more rooms left utilizing the 2018 Convention discount code.

If you are planning on attending the 2018 Convention in Valley Forge, PA it’s suggested you book your rooms now before the other 2 hotels sell out. Dates of the Convention: June 26-30, 2018


HILTON GARDEN INN; Valley Forge/Oaks PA
500 Cresson Blvd, Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone; (610) 650-0880
http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/…...tels/index.htm

HOMEWOOD SUITES by Hilton; Valley Forge, PA
681 Shannondell Blvd, Audubon, PA 19403
Phone; (610) 539-7300
http://homewoodsuites3.hilton.com/…/...tels/index.htm

We're looking forward to seeing YOU at the 39th Annual GTOAA National Convention at the Philadelphia Expo Center, Valley Forge, PA the week of June 25, 2018.

---Your Friends at SVGTO



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2018 GTOAA Convention Speakers / Days / Times
** Days and times are subject to change

6/28- Dennis Kirban (Hurst) - History of Hurst
6-28- Arnie Beswick - Question & Answer Session
6/28- Ralph Moyer (REM) - Manufacturing of Restoration Parts.
6/29- Jim Mattison (PHS) - Fraud in the Hobby, GTOs at Auction, how PHS Originated.
6/29- Milt Schornack - Royal Pontiac / GTO Performance
6/29- John Kraman (Mecum Auction) - Auction Prices
6/30- Tm Sickle (GTOAA) - Pint Size GTOs / Pontiacs
Kevin Beal (Ames Performance) - Reproduction Parts [schedule pending]

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Now only 2 rooms left at the Hilton Gardens Inn

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Old 11-03-2017, 03:23 PM
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Special Announcement:


On Special Display at the 2018 GTOAA Nationals in Valley Forge, PA June 26-30, 2018 will be reproductions of the 2 original 1965 GeeTO Royal Bobcat Tigers. One dressed in White the other Iris Mist. Both will be available for close up view. Make sure you bring your camera you won’t want to miss this display!


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The Hilton Garden Inn is now filled. No more rooms at the event rate. Interest in this convention has been overwhelming. The third hotel is now filling:

Homewood Suites Hilton Valley Forge
681 Shannondell Blvd, Audubon, PA 19403.
Phone:610-539-7300.

https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/hw/...execution=e1s1

Its strongly suggested you secure a room asap.

There has been technical issues with online event registration (out of SVGTO's hands) which is why registrations have not been up yet, work is underway to get registrations open as quickly as possible.

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got the hotel months ago Cant wait

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2018 GTOAA Nationals event registration is now active. You can register by visiting the event website. Registration via the GTOAA Website will be active shortly. We'll announce it when it is available.

http://svgto.com/2018-gtoaa-national...tion-info.html

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE 2018 GTOAA NATIONALS



1ST Annual Classic Pontiac Hall of Fame Inductee Display and Pontiac Car Show


Saturday June 30th
8:00am-4:00pm
Max Performance Inc.
2705 Clemens Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440

This event is being held just 20 minutes down the road from the GTOAA Nationals in Hatfield PA. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be a part of history in witnessing the selection and induction of the inaugural nominees to the 1st Annual Classic Pontiac Hall of Fame. A fitting display will be unveiled at the show. Find out and honor those who we all chose to make it in on the first ballot!

This momentous occasion is being held in conjunction with the 8th Annual Pypes/Max Open House and Car show extravaganza. Here you can see 4 simultaneous car shows. Expect to see more than 300 of the rarest Pontiacs ever restored along with hundreds of premier regional Musclecars, Corvettes and Mustangs. Bring your classic to participate in the Popular vote Pontiac show or just hang out in the free cruise-in area. As if this weren't enough, Live Music, food court, mfg midway, door prizes, trophies, hospitality suite, free coffee and donuts to participants and more are all happening here on Saturday. All held on the park like grounds of Pypes, Cold Case, Snappin Turtle and GTOG8TA.com. --- And don't forget to head back to the convention center for the award banquet where we can show our appreciation of our new inductees as we formally present them and their families with their HOF lifetime achievement awards.
For Information and to register; http://pypesexhaust.com/p-24066-carshow.html

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE 2018 GTOAA NATIONALS



1ST Annual Classic Pontiac Hall of Fame Inductee Display and Pontiac Car Show


Saturday June 30th
8:00am-4:00pm
Max Performance Inc.
2705 Clemens Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440

This event is being held just 20 minutes down the road from the GTOAA Nationals in Hatfield PA. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be a part of history in witnessing the selection and induction of the inaugural nominees to the 1st Annual Classic Pontiac Hall of Fame. A fitting display will be unveiled at the show. Find out and honor those who we all chose to make it in on the first ballot!

This momentous occasion is being held in conjunction with the 8th Annual Pypes/Max Open House and Car show extravaganza. Here you can see 4 simultaneous car shows. Expect to see more than 300 of the rarest Pontiacs ever restored along with hundreds of premier regional Musclecars, Corvettes and Mustangs. Bring your classic to participate in the Popular vote Pontiac show or just hang out in the free cruise-in area. As if this weren't enough, Live Music, food court, mfg midway, door prizes, trophies, hospitality suite, free coffee and donuts to participants and more are all happening here on Saturday. All held on the park like grounds of Pypes, Cold Case, Snappin Turtle and GTOG8TA.com. --- And don't forget to head back to the convention center for the award banquet where we can show our appreciation of our new inductees as we formally present them and their families with their HOF lifetime achievement awards.
For Information and to register; http://pypesexhaust.com/p-24066-carshow.html
if your car is in the convention can you take it to the pypes show?

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