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Take an international resort destination,22
add a few hundred Ferraris brought byFCA members from all over North America, coordinate five full days of events and activities,and you have a recipe for a memorable escape in paradise. The Palm Springs’ Chamber ofCommerce will surely take credit for their postcard perfect weather during the week’s event.With seasonal mid 80s temperatures and blue skies for the Meet’s duration, the Californiadesert welcomed attendees for the 2012 FCA International Meet in great form.Arriving participants at our host hotel, the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa, werewelcomed at the lively cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception on the outer patio overlookingthe golf course and lake. Sponsor Penfolds Wines hosted their red and white varieties whileeveryone mingled and browsed the adjacent Mercato filled with tempting Ferrari accessories,merchandise, photography and artworks. Primary 2012 Meet sponsor Pirelli had informationfor their performance tires, especially helpful for those participating at the track. Outside ofthe Hyatt banquet center, Piper Aircraft had an impressive full aircraft fuselage display oftheir Meridian 6 place model. Its 500 hp single gas turbine turboprop engine has a topspeed of 299.5 mph.Article ByTex OttoPhotos ByDaniel MainzerLes NakashimaRobert J. NearyRobert NeaseLarry O’RourkeTex OttoChris YoungThursday’s anticipated Concours d’Elegance was placed on the majestic greens with waterfeatures that surround the resort. With the San Jacinto Mountains as a backdrop, vintageand contemporary Ferraris aligned for presentation to the judges in thirteen classes.Numerous cars came from Canada and the east coast as well as a strong showing by ourPacific Region neighbors. Together with dedicated Southwest Region members, the fielddisplayed one of the largest gatherings of vintage Ferraris at an Annual Meet.Among the notable early Ferraris were Peter McCoy’s 1951 212 Export Coupe, Ron Hein’sSF 23
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