December 3 – 6, 2025
Hosted by the Gulf Coast Model A Club
Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602
$165.00 per night
I think Old Man Winter has finally decided to give us a break and is retreating north. The deep freeze temperatures and extraordinary snowstorms we endured this winter put a damper on any winter Model Aing. Fortunately, I think we have turned the corner as the weather has warmed up bit and the other day […]
Read MoreAs you read this issue of The Restorer magazine I would like to call your attention to the year 1956. 1956 represents a significant year for the formation of MAFCA as we know it today. In February 1956 we held our first Annual Business Meeting where Art Miller was elected as our first President. Over […]
Read MoreQ: I followed Paul Shinn’s suggestions for changing out incandescent lights to LEDs for running lights and turn signals. Now, the (new) flasher only flashes intermittently. How do I solve this issue? -Bill A: You have discovered the issue we find when using LED lights and old fashioned relay-style flasher units. The LED’s don’t draw […]
Read MoreBy Diann Eason To Display or Not to Display? That Is the Fashion Question! Have you thought about entering MAFCA Fashion Judging? You may be thinking you do not have experience or do not know enough about Model A era fashion. Let me share with you an experience which turned out to be fun and […]
Read MoreAs we begin 2026, I extend my sincere appreciation to all volunteers stepping up to serve as chapter officers. Your commitment is essential to maintaining your chapter as a welcoming space for socializing, touring in the Model A and sharing expertise – particularly with new and younger members. To ensure the future or our hobby, […]
Read MoreAs we start the New Year, I would like to wish all our members a healthy and prosperous 2026 and many smiles per mile touring in your Model A. I am honored to serve as president for 2026 and look forward to working with our dedicated board. Our shared goal is to serve MAFCA to […]
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