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February 2006 Feature Car
<p align="center"><font size="6" color="#FF9933">February 2006 Feature Car:</font></p><p align="center"><font size="5" color="#FF9933">Ken Barnhart's 1969 ZL-1 Camaro</font></p><p align="center"><font color="#FF9933"><span style="background-color: #000000">https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken3.jpg</span></font></p><table width="100%" border="0"><tbody><tr><td align="middle" width="100%"><p align="center"><font size="4" color="#FF9933">SPECS:</font></p></td></tr></tbody></table><table borderColor="#FF9933" height="150" width="100%" border="0"><tbody><tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Engine (factory):</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">ZL-1 427/430hp</font></td></tr> <tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Trans (factory):</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">M-21 (4-speed)</font></td></tr> <tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Rear (factory):</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">4.10 posi</font></td></tr> <tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Exterior color (factory):</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Hugger Orange</font></td></tr><tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Interior color:</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Standard Black</font></td></tr>
<tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">COPO option:</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">9560</font></td></tr> <tr><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Selling Dealer:</font></td><td vAlign="top" align="center" width="50%" height="21"><font size="3" color="#FF9933">Fred Gibb Chevrolet - LaHarpe, IL</font></td></tr></tbody></table> <p align="center"><font size="2" color="#FF9933">Still resides with the *original* owner, 1970 US Nats @ Indy winner, still racing today!</font></p> <p align="center"> https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken9.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken2.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken5.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken10.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken7.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken6.jpg https://www.yenko.net/features/2006/ken11.jpg </p> [Phote credit to Jeff Murphy and Darren Costello] |
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I had the privilege to see Ken take his 69 ZL1 COPO down the quarter mile at SCR8. There is one pass I will never forget, and it will always be a great memory. Great car and history, and a great owner. Awesome, totally awesome. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif
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That was indeed an exciting pass. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif
Not enough can be said about the man, his wife and his career. Good people and great for the hobby. Rick |
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It is indeed an awesome car...and quite a gentleman of an owner. Shall we mention *someone* who fell off the wall at the track? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif
By the way, are we going to get a write up, Rob? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/dunno.gif |
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I've been itchin' to do a feature on this car for some time, as this car is *special* to me...from being in the opposite lane from it and watchin' it do it's thing up close, or breathin' in the history of this thing while it's sitting still, to Ken givin' me crap about my lazy lights...THIS is why I'm this hobby! Had I been around in '69 and had the resources, the path would've been eerily similar...same color, same build, heck probably even the same tow rig! Words can't describe how deep this car goes with me...simply awesome... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif
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What can be said about the car and its owner except THANKS for doing what you do best Ken, Bringing it out for all to see and watch as you take it down that 1/4 mile. The lettering on the rear QTRs say it all " <font color="red"> it's somethin' else </font> " so very true! Again Thanks.
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This feature is long over due. He and the car in my eyes are legendary!
We should really have a SCR diecast modeled after his car. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/scholar.gif |
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Jeff,
It would be cool for people not familiar to know where he bought the car...how much it was new...some cool memories of the car that he has...whether it's always been a race car or was it ever street driven...you know, stuff like that. I know the answers to some of those questions, but I'm sure people would like to know. It would make fascinating reading https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif |
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Awesome car and owner!! worth the trip to St.Louis alone just to see Ken run. never seen the ladder bars pull the threads out of the mounts quite like that before.. shoot for the moon!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif
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<<< KEN >>> YOU HAVE ONE ''' FANTASTIC '' CAR, AND I HEAR YOU ARE ONE GREAT GUY...THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING YOUR CAR HERE ON THE SITE, AND BRINGING IT TO THE SCR FOR ALL TO SEE IT +++PERFORM ++++.....KASEY.. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif
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Ken and his ZL1 are local folklore around these here parts. It was an honor getting to meet you and your wife at previous reunions/events and even more so to be able to line up against him.
Thanks for all your contributions and constant participation in our hobby. Congratulations on a well deserved feature. See ya at SR9 https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif |
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I met Ken at Vette Fest around 90 -92 He walked up to me and started giving me crap about my Gibb nova. Nothing has changed he still is giving crap. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif Ken it stills sounds like a 6cyl. to me. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif Kim
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I went to SCR7 to look at beautiful supercars. But what I really remembered afterwards, was meeting super nice people like Ken and Jerry.
https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif I love your wheelies Ken. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif |
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All these kind words about all these great people really making count the days even more to this years SCR. PIctures are awesome..stories are cool..people are real. Cant wait. Looking forward to seeing everything and everyone in person.
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It doesn't get any better than this; a great guy, car and history. Its always a pleasure seeing and talking with Ken, and like others I am in awe of his accomplishments.
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What can I possiably say about Ken that has not already been said? If god had a mold of how to make em' it would be Ken! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif
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I had the privilege to see Ken take his 69 ZL1 COPO down the quarter mile at SCR8. There is one pass I will never forget, and it will always be a great memory. Great car and history, and a great owner. Awesome, totally awesome. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif [/ QUOTE ] Tony here are a few more shots of the aftermath of that ride... https://www.yenko.net/attachments/157141-MVC-382S.JPG https://www.yenko.net/attachments/157142-MVC-383S.JPG https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif |
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Love it....especially how it's no trailer queen! . I see it's got one of the Yenko cast ZL1 motors....is the original motor long gone? . In that old pic of it sitting on the back of the '65'ish truck....is it unlettered and with it's steelies and dog dish caps? . Looks like the truck could be a wheelstander itself when loaded? . Hats off to you Ken!!! ~ Pete
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Kens Tow vehicle is Just as deserving. https://www.yenko.net/attachments/925...%20%282%29.JPG
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Hey cool! . I think that's a '66 w/ the side emblems down on the fenders? . Is that the same rig he had shown in the old photos....looks like a bit longer wheelbase? ~ Pete
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Love it....especially how it's no trailer queen! . I see it's got one of the Yenko cast ZL1 motors....is the original motor long gone? . In that old pic of it sitting on the back of the '65'ish truck....is it unlettered and with it's steelies and dog dish caps? . Looks like the truck could be a wheelstander itself when loaded? . Hats off to you Ken!!! ~ Pete [/ QUOTE ] "I see it's got one of the Yenko cast ZL1 motors....is the original motor long gone?" It sure is long gone!!! I say its about 20 feet from the car on an engine stand with about 100 miles on it... I could be wrong about the mileage but I know its low. Sweet car, nice guy, and fun to watch at the track. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gifMark |
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I've been itchin' to do a feature on this car for some time, as this car is *special* to me...from being in the opposite lane from it and watchin' it do it's thing up close, or breathin' in the history of this thing while it's sitting still, to Ken givin' me crap about my lazy lights...THIS is why I'm this hobby! Had I been around in '69 and had the resources, the path would've been eerily similar...same color, same build, heck probably even the same tow rig! Words can't describe how deep this car goes with me...simply awesome... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif [/ QUOTE ] Ditto.... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/attachments/20031-run.jpg |
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ZOOM ! Very Nice https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif
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Great car, owner and story. I've seen the car twice and hope to see it race someday.
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Really great guy, awsome car, just a real pleasure to be around him.... Also he indirectly saved my a$$ by buying a low mile red Camaro with a super clean white interior... It's amazing how it all comes around.
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I've told this story to a few people but would like to share it with
everyone now. I was at a local car show in October of 2001. As I walked down one of the streets lined with cars and trucks of all descriptions, a little LeMans Blue Camaro caught my eye. Bowtie on the grille; very plain but extremely clean. I walked toward the car to see who owned it and the card in the window said "Ken & Anita Brown, LaHarpe, IL". There were two people sitting behind the car so I approached them and asked if they were the owners. We sat and talked for a while and I told them my reason for asking; that I had a car I purchased from Fred Gibb in LaHarpe. Kenny asked more questions, then told me about their show. He was surprised to hear that I still had a car I bought new from Gibb and then told me about two other fellows who still had cars purchased from the Gibb dealership. He said I should meet them, that we had something in common. He also told me I would never meet two nicer gentlemen than Ray Morrison and Ken Barnhart. I made plans to attend my first Fred Gibb Memorial Car Show the following August. As we pulled into the show that day Kenny met me with a big smile on his face, as he usually greets people. He directed me to a spot to unload the car, then asked me to pull it into a big tent. I was taken by surprise and told him that I was quite happy to park the car anywhere but he assured me he knew what he wanted. Well, I was placed right next to Mr. Barnhart's ZL-1. I honestly don't recall exactly how we were introduced but I do remember WHO was responsible for it. Dennis Hartweg was there with the Gibb/Harrell Nova, now owned by another good friend, Tommy Kusmiesz. I was first introduced to Dennis by a common friend. We talked for quite a while and exchanged addresses, etc. when we discovered we lived within 45 miles of each other. Dennis then introduced me to Ken and Ray. Within a matter of hours Mr. Barnhart had insulted and irritated me to his hearts content; eventually asking me to move my 'rust bucket' so he could get his car out of the tent for a photo shoot. I had no choice but to comply. After all, have you checked out the size of this guy? Ever since that day I've been abused, insulted, treated like................... well, like he treats everyone. But that's why we love him. Fortunately, I am blessed to have seen another side of Mr. Barnhart. It was my misfortune to have to call Ken the following January and tell him of the passing of someone who had quickly become a very good friend,Dennis Hartweg. I called the house and told his wife, Jerri. She thanked me and said she would tell Ken but that he probably wouldn't call back since he doesn't do phone calls or e-mails. According to Jerri "that's her job". Later that evening my phone rang and it was Ken Barnhart. When I told him that I was surprised to hear from him because of what Jerri had told me, his response was, "We make exceptions for certain people. Dennis Hartweg is one of those people". We both had tears in our eyes, and our hearts that night. That's when I met the real Ken Barnhart. I'm very proud to call Ken and Jerri Barnhart friends. For those of you who haven't met either of these people, PLEASE do yourself a favor and stop someday to say hello to them. It is a treat you'll never forget. Everytime I see Ken & Jerri Barnhart or Ray & Cynthia Morrison it's a gift. Ray is the consumate Gentleman, and Ken..... well, he's Ken. Thank God, he's Ken! And their ladies are exactly that; Ladies, and a treat to be around. Thank you Kenny Brown. I’ve enjoyed many hours with these folks and pray that I can spend countless more. Every minute has been both enjoyable and educational, not to mention entertaining. Mr. Barnhart, one of the neatest things about you is the fact that you don't know, or care, how COOL you are. Both these gentlemen are 'just car guys', at least in their own minds. We know better, but we'll leave well-enough alone. Mr. Barnhart's age is no guarded secret, but what many of you may not know is that Ken's Dad is still around and still going strong. Hopefully Ken will take after his Dad and we who know and love him will all enjoy many, many more years of abuse. I’m looking forward to seeing many more wheels-up launches and gear-grabbing runs from MY HERO, Ken Barnhart. These cars we covet, love, hate, fight over, yet ultimately enjoy have brought many of us together. Shows and gatherings like the Gibb Show and the Supercar Reunions may bring together some of the rarest and most popular cars on the planet, but to many of us it's the people that keep us coming back. People,...................... common, yet very uncommon people like Ken and Jerri Barnhart. God Bless you both. We love you. Rob, Thank you for featuring Ken and the car, and especially for the timeliness of it. Just one day after the anniversary of Dennis Hartweg's passing. We still miss him. Godspeed my friend. Dennis Cumby |
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Dennis. That was a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif
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Perfect, on so many levels, Dennis...Godspeed indeed...
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Dennis,
I have heard the stories several times and it is still great to hear them again. You introduced me to Ken, Jerri and Ray several years ago and they are all exactly as you stated. Ken is always available to talk, never serious and always good for a lift. Fred Gibb must have produced some pretty special new car owners because all of the original Gibb Supercar owners that I know are all the same. Great individuals and friends. three special guys Godspeed to Dennis and thank you Annie for your time and dedication in keeping his dreams alive and strong. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif Rick |
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Yes Ken bought the ZL1 from Fred Gibb and yes he still has the orig. engine to the car. And yes he is a pain in the ass. I remember a few reunions ago him unloading the ZL1 out of his trailer at the drags. It was a downhill slope on grass and the car got loose and down the hill it went with about 5 guys chasing it...Priceless..
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Been there done that!!!! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif [/ QUOTE ] Yeah only problem is all we have is a mental image of yours. No one actually got to see that stunt! However, that "image" likely well surpasses what it actually looked like. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif Rick |
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Here's something I found a while ago. Ken has so many neat stories about his racing past. One of my favorites is his win streak in his '39 Cadillac, which he still owns! A real gentleman, and all around fun guy.
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Now that is cool stuff !!!
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Jeff, It would be cool for people not familiar to know where he bought the car...how much it was new...some cool memories of the car that he has...whether it's always been a race car or was it ever street driven...you know, stuff like that. I know the answers to some of those questions, but I'm sure people would like to know. It would make fascinating reading https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif [/ QUOTE ] I agree w/ Bruce. Would someone in the know please do a write up on this Awesome piece of history for people like myself who have never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Barnhart. I would love to hear some history. Hopefully, one day I will have the pleasure of meeting Mr. Barnhart and see his car make a pass at a Super Car reunion. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif Darrell |
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[ QUOTE ] Jeff, Hopefully, one day I will have the pleasure of meeting Mr. Barnhart and see his car make a pass at a Super Car reunion. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif BYE THE WAY... WHEN WILL THE REST OF US SEE.. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif YOUR CAR, AND READ ABOUT IT.. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif;;;;KASEY... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif [/ QUOTE ] |
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ken, you a true gentleman and hobbist. to the sport. you take the time, to share your stores and and your car. not like some people in the hobby. you got my vote of a real person!!!!!!!thanks ken. bbbenny https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif
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