Z Car Club of Colorado

Hello Z family, and welcome to March.

This is the time of year when I don’t have much to write about. I’m sure by now, most, if not all, of you have received the letter we sent out with a few ZCCC brochures enclosed. The purpose of the letter is to hopefully attract new members to our club. We hope you will pass out the brochures you received (with your name written on them). When the person you give it to joins, YOUR NEXT YEAR'S MEMBERSHIP IS FREE!

This edition of Natez Notez is being written on a full stomach, having just returned home after a wonderful brunch get-together at the Bacon Social House in Littleton, hosted by Wendy Rhyne.

The turnout was great with 18 members in attendance. You can read more about it below. It was a lot of food and a lot of fun. Thanks, Wendy.

The only event we have for March is our general meeting on Zoom on March 4th at 7:00 P.M. This, by the way, is our last Zoom meeting before we start meeting in person once again, so start thinking about wearing pants because we will start seeing the lower half of your body starting in April.

Our first in-person meeting will be at the Smoky Hill Library in Aurora. Starting in May-September, we will meet at Empire Lakewood Nissan in one of the conference rooms upstairs. A big thanks to Chris Lenckosz (owner) for setting this up for us. I believe this is a win-win for both our club and the dealership. They have supported us for 4 years now, and this is an opportunity for us to support them as well. If you need any work or services for your Z (or your daily driver), you can now schedule it for the first Wednesday of the month and take care of two things in one day.

As I look out my office window, I see lots of blue skies, and I am getting eager to take Baby off the battery tender and drive topless once again. I am so looking forward to all the events you guys are planning this spring, summer, and fall.

Until next month….. ”Keep the rubber side down, and the shiny side up”.

Regardz,

Nate

There is nothing more important than being a club that represents the wants, needs, and interests of our members. This is why we are reaching out to our membership to hear from you to continue and grow our membership. If you have already replied to one of the emails sent to you, there is no need to fill this out. If not, please CLICK HERE to fill out this anonymous Google Form. Survey closing soon. Thank you so much. -ZCCC Board

March 2026 Board Meeting

• When: March 3, 2026, at 6:30 PM
• Where: Zoom

March 2026 General Meeting

• When: March 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM (can join at 6:30)
• Where: Zoom

April 2026 Board Meeting

• When: March 31, 2026, at 6:30 PM
• Where: Zoom

April 2026 General Meeting

• When: April 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM (can join at 6:30)
• Where: Smoky Hill Library (5430 S Biscay Cir, Centennial, CO 80015)

If you are not a board member and would like to attend a board meeting, please contact our president, Nate Derman.

Members asked for fewer Zoom meetings and more in-person meetings, and your ZCCC Board agrees.

Our in-person meetings will now be held from April to September, culminating with the annual banquet in October.

Our first in-person meeting will be held on April 1, 2026, beginning at 7:00 pm at the Smoky Hill Library, and pizza will be served. Please see details on our website or in the Odometer.

The remainder of our in-person meetings will be held at our sponsor, Empire Lakewood Nissan, in their conference room on the second floor. The first meeting will be held on May 6, 2026. We will begin our meeting at 6:30 pm and adjourn prior to 8:00 pm. Please see details on our website or in the Odometer.

We hope we see a great turnout for our in-person meetings. This is how you can make a difference in the future of our club.

-ZCCC Board

Want to be notified if there’s a last-minute event change or reminder?

We’re offering two options:
📧 Email notifications
📱 Text notifications (via the Remind App)

If you’d like to be included in one or both options, please fill out the Google Form using the hyperlink below.

Members who select text updates will receive a follow-up email from Tiffany (Odometer Editor) with instructions on how to sign up through the Remind app.

👉 Click here to tell us your preferences! If you are NOT interested, you do not need to fill out the form.

Thanks to all of the members who came out for breakfast on February 21st. Everyone had a great time. Thanks to Wendy R for hosting.

Please click here to view the General Meeting Minutes.

Memberships: 89 — Members: 112

Memberships up for Renewal:

January Renewals Due: Mark Ingles, Doug & Jill Meyer, Greg Smith

February Renewals Due: Chris Chidley, Jay McGee, Thomas Siirola

March Renewals Due: Michael Bergren, Thomas & Lynne Brunjak, Bob Carlson, Roy Davis, Lee Hill, Michael Kahl, Steven McGaffic, Bruce & Cheryl McKenney, JoAnn Sainz

New Members for February: Steve Smathers, Peyton CO, 2024 Z; Keith Neifach, Plano TX, 1970 240Z;

John Haag, Englewood, 1979 280ZX (former member); David Lowry, Hagerty Agent

(corporate membership)

Referrals Z Bucks: Don Gordon (for David Lowry)

Memberships not renewed within 2 months of the anniversary due date will be dropped from the Club’s active status.

Please click here to read the article by Bob Byrne regarding their journey of selling their Z.

Earn Active Member Points When You Do Business with Empire Lakewood Nissan

When you service your vehicle, buy parts, or purchase a car at Empire Nissan Lakewood, you’ll receive one active member point per transaction. Simply send a copy of your receipt to our Vice President. It’s an easy way to support our sponsor while keeping your vehicle in top shape.

Join the Fun at Upcoming Car Shows!

Members are always welcome at Empire Lakewood Nissan and Empire Nismo Enthusiasts (ENE) events. Future dates will be announced soon. These shows not only help to promote the club and dealership, but they also allow us to engage in the community and foster interest in Z cars.

ZCCC Member Review: “We have purchased two cars from them and always have received VIP service” – C & N

Our Contacts at Empire Lakewood Nissan

Jacob Rogers
Service Director
Empire Lakewood Nissan
303-551-7515 (Direct)
jacobr@empirenissan.net

Rick Leonard

Parts Director

Empire Lakewood Nissan

303-232-3009

rickl@empirelakewoodnissan.com

Visit Their Website: https://www.empirelakewoodnissan.com/

Please visit their webpage for service specials. Contact them to schedule service (303) 232-3350

https://www.empirelakewoodnissan.com/service/service-specials/

There is no cost to members and $60.00 per year for non-members to place an ad for your business or to sell a car-related item. The ad will be listed in the Odometer for one year unless removed at the owner’s request. At the end of the year, it is the owner’s responsibility to renew their ad. Ads should be submitted by email to Editor@zccc.org. Resubmit as necessary. If you have a clear photo, please send it with your request to the Odometer Editor.

A reminder to check that events are still on BEFORE leaving: Check Facebook and the ZCCC website before heading out to an event. These are two locations where you can find last-minute updates. Due to unforeseen circumstances or weather, events may be cancelled or details may be changed.

Send your photos to Tiffany at odometer@zccc.org

Click HERE for the ZCCC Photo Albums

If you don't have a Facebook account, you can still view the most recent albums.

Mailing Address:

Z Car Club of Colorado

PO Box 441624

Aurora, CO 80044-1624

Website: www.zccc.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ZCarClubOfColorado

President: Nate Derman president@zccc.org

Vice-President: Cheryle Derman vice-president@zccc.org

Secretary: Patty Troxell secretary@zccc.org

Treasurer: Travis Scott treasurer@zccc.org

Membership: Andy Mortenson membership@zccc.org

Public Relations: Don Gordon publicrelations@zccc.org

Inter-Club Liaison: Wendy Rhyne club@zccc.org

Odometer Editor: Tiffany Gordon Odometer@zccc.org

50/50 Drawing: Gail Mund

50/50 Door Prize Coordinator: Don Gordon

Constitution Analyst: Patty Troxell

Historian: Bruce McKenney

Motorsports: Travis Scott

Name Badges & Decals: Jason Spegal

Social Media Director: Tiffany Gordon

Webmaster: Mike Rhyne

Welcoming Host: Mario Busnardo

ZCCA Representative: Wendy Rhyne

ZCCM Magazine: Jason Spegal