Z Car Club of Colorado
September 2025 Odometer "Lite"
As we come to the end of summer, we are also coming to the end of our fiscal year. The end of the year will bring some big changes. The club will install a new board, and the club will be back to virtual meetings for the winter months. Another important reminder for this time of year is that events after September 1st will accumulate points for the next year. So even though our fiscal year ends on September 30th, points accumulated in September count towards the following year’s points. With several events in September, you can get a jump on becoming an active member next year! Upcoming events include the Clive Cussler Museum tour, the MABC car show, ZCON, the Fall Leaves Drive, and our general meeting. A wide variety of events in September with something for everyone!
It is also time to RSVP for the annual banquet. This year, the banquet will be at Maggiano’s Little Italy on October 4th at 1 pm. We will award active member gifts and install the new board. It will be a fun afternoon to look back at the past year and gear up for the beginning of the new year! Thank you to all of the members who volunteered for the board. Without your time and energy, the club wouldn’t be able to do what we do!
I look forward to seeing everyone at our last in-person meeting of the summer at Prost Brewery in Northglenn. If you haven’t RSVP’d for the banquet, please do so now so I can get the head count to the restaurant. And as always, if you would like to host an event this fall, please contact our Vice President, Mike Rhyne, to secure your date and get the event on the calendar. Enjoy the rest of your summer and happy driving!!
Caffeine and Chrome
Caffeine and Chrome
Caffeine and Chrome
Date: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Time: 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Price: Free
Host: Andy Mortenson
The Avenue Church (formerly known as Mississippi Avenue Baptist Church) will be hosting its 11th annual car show on Saturday, September 13th. There will be a free breakfast and car show starting at 8:30 AM and lasting until 12:00 PM. Awards will be given for the best vehicles in the following categories: American, muscle, and foreign cars, as well as trucks and motorcycles. The church is located at 13231 E. Mississippi Avenue in Aurora, two blocks west of I-225. So, stop by for breakfast and show off your car. It’s a family fun event, so bring everyone. Please contact Andy Mortenson if you have any questions.
The dates have been confirmed for this year's NMCO RUN. It will be the weekend of September 26th, 27th & 28th.
Points of Contact: Albuquerque Z Car Club: Geoff Danielson, <> Z Car Club of Colorado: Jason Spegal, <>
Detailed itineraries will be made available on the ZCCC website event page in the next few weeks.
Recommended hotels will be listed on the next page, but each person is free to choose the option that works best for them.
Thursday, September 25th:
For those who will stay in the area, we’ll be having dinner.
Friday, September 26th:
Depart from Buena Vista, CO at 10:00 am
Stop near Cottonwood Pass Summit
Stop in Gunnison, CO for Lunch
Stop in Lake City, CO
Stop in Creede, CO
Stop near Wolfs Creek Pass
Arrive in Pagosa Springs, CO
Dinner Saturday
September 27th:
Depart from Pagosa Springs, CO at 10:00 am
Stop in Chama, NM
Stop in Tres Piedras, NM for Lunch
Stop near Taos, NM
Stop in Eagle Nest, NM
Arrive in Trinidad, CO
Dinner Sunday
September 28th:
Breakfast & drive home
Although this is a Z run, it is not mandatory that you drive a Z. All makes and models are welcome to join us.
If you plan on attending, please let Jason know for the ZCCC, and Geoff know for the AZCC, how many will be in your group/car so we can inform restaurants and motels how many will be attending. If there are any questions please reach out to Jason and Geoff.
Recommended Hotels:
Buena Vista: Due to the significant price differences and availability there are no recommended hotels at this location. For those who are unable to stay in town Leadville and Frisco are both good options within a reasonable drive.
Pagosa Springs: The Nightingale Motel 157 Pagosa St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 https://www.thenightingalemotel.com/ https://maps.app.goo.gl/MUBSeB3pEmcT4ddy9 Booking here is contactless.
Trinidad: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Trinidad 2833 Toupal Dr, Trinidad, CO 81082 https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/trinidad-colorado/la-quinta-trinidad/overview? CID=LC:6ysy27krtpcrqev:52687&iata=00093796 https://maps.app.goo.gl/7vStzLF5UuvwRxPA7
Date: Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm
Price: Free
Host: Cheryle Derman
Halloween trick-or-treat event at Empire Nissan. Dress up your car and dress up for Halloween. Please bring Halloween candy for the kids. Halloween contestants will win prizes for the best car! There will be music, prizes, and a food truck in the parking lot. Looking forward to another fun-filled afternoon. If you are showing your car, please arrive around 3:15 so we can park together. Please let Cheryle know if you plan to attend and show your car. dermancheryle@gmail.com. If you are walking in there will be separate parking spaces. Cheryle will also need some help if you are walking in.
I’m Don Gordon, your new Public Relations Director. Many members join ZCCC for the great vendor discounts we offer, and I want to make sure our Vendor Discount Program is serving you well. I’d like to hear about your experiences with our vendors—whether positive or less than satisfactory. Your feedback helps us strengthen partnerships and ensure members continue to enjoy valuable benefits. Please email your comments to me.
Thank you for supporting our vendors!
-Don Gordon
