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Please NOTICE... we have returned to Downey! 
Long-time members Vicki and Mike Spearman have graciously secured a venue for our club's meeting at 24 Hour Real Estate. 
Vicki, a real estate agent in Downey, has kindly offered her office’s conference room. 
We invite you to join us at the next meeting to see the venue firsthand.

24 Hour Real Estate is at 8635 Florence Avenue, just west of Lakewood Blvd. The driveway to a well-lit, video-monitored parking lot is on the building's west side. From the parking lot entrance, access the second floor via elevator or stairs. The office is in the area of the elementary school where our pre-COVID meetings were held.

The Ford Model A, introduced in 1927 as the successor to the Model T, played a significant role in the American automotive industry and society, particularly during its peak production years. While its overall historical impact spans several years, October often marked a notable period in its production and marketing cycle. During this month, Ford would traditionally ramp up advertising and prepare for increased sales in anticipation of the end-of-year demand. This was particularly true in the early years of the Model A’s release, when the vehicle was in high demand and Ford dealers across the country were receiving large shipments to meet customer interest.

October also often aligned with automotive trade shows and dealership events, where Ford showcased the latest improvements to the Model A, such as enhanced styling, new colors, or mechanical upgrades. These promotional pushes helped sustain public excitement and maintain the Model A’s status as a modern, stylish vehicle for the average American. With its relatively affordable price, reliable engine, and updated design compared to the Model T, the Model A solidified Ford’s leadership in the auto industry. In this way, the month of October was often pivotal in maintaining the momentum of the Model A’s success during its production run from 1927 to 1931.

Explore our "Newsletter" section and discover: the latest happenings of the current month, enlightening news from the President, a recap of the events from the previous month through the monthly minutes, scheduled tours for the month ahead, information on the locations where the Red Hot Sparks will gather, speakers who are distinguished guests, individuals commemorating a Birthday or Anniversary, insightful thoughts on Editorial topics from the Editor, and information regarding our advertisers.

Please visit our Advertisers page and patronize those in the community that help support our club.
 
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"The only thing wrong with the Model T was that people quit buying them." — Henry Ford