2009 Virginia Jaguar Club Concours d'Elegance VJC Concours is coming September 19th 2009 The 11th annual Virginia Jaguar Club Concours d'Elegance for 2009 is Saturday, September 19th. PLEASE NOTE A CHANGE IN VENUE FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT! Instead of holding the VJC Concours within the larger Central Virginia British Car Club's (CVBCC) show on Brown's Island on Sunday, September 20th as originally advertised, we are starting a new tradition by staging it on Fountain Square in the historic Shockoe Slip area of downtown Richmond, on September 19, the afternoon before. Shockoe Slip, near Brown's Island, is the city's oldest mercantile district and was once the site of the State Capitol building. This area has been a bustling hub since the 17th century. Though the earliest buildings here were destroyed during the Civil War, original cobblestones and structures dating from 1868-1888 make this beautiful and historic area a perfect place for sightseeing. Shockoe also offers shopping, dining and entertainment and has become the nightspot of choice for Richmonders. The show will be held in the fountain area to the right in this picture just off of Cary Street in Shockoe Slip Jaguars exclusively will be featured on Saturday in Shockoe slip. The VJC Concours will be held in the more elegant and sanitary environment on the historic cobblestones of this historic Richmond venue. As in years past, the same high quality of JCNA judging standard and accuracy will be applied to all participants. Parking and placement will begin around the fountain at 2:00 PM, with "rags down" by 3:00 PM. Judging will then commence, to be completed by 5:00-5:30 PM. Another addition to this year's program will be a change in venue for our traditional Saturday night dinner. Concours entrants, club members and other Jaguar enthusiasts will gather at Sam Miller's Restaurant at 7:00 pm for a great meal followed by the presentation of awards by Concours Chairman Steve Kelley and Chief Judge, Wayne Estrada. You do not need to be present to receive an award but this banquet will be the most fun and memorable way. If you are planning on attending the dinner and have not received information in the mail, you may register your intentions to committee member Lisa Sweet ( lakesidesweety @ hotmail.com ) and request your banquet reservation form. You do NOT have to be entered in the VJC Concours to come to the banquet, however you must pre-register to attend and provide your desired food selection IN ADVANCE so that the restaurant can prepare. As always, even though there has been a change in dates and venue for this years VJC Concours d'Elegance, if you are a JCNA member, this is still an officially sanctioned event that will count towards national point totals. Last but not least, you are encouraged to support our friends in the Central Virginia British Car Club and their charity by participating in the annual "Classics on the James" car show on Sunday, Sept. 20th. This big show honors all classic British and European-made automobiles featuring this year the MG - the quintessential British Car. Go to their website (www.cvbcc.com) for information and a registration form. Their designated show hotel is the nearby Crowne Plaza and participants should ask for the special rate. Car washing facilities will be available in the hotel parking deck.        Map of VJC Show, Awards Dinner Restaurant, CVBCC SHow, and Host Hotel If you have not been to "The Capitol of the Old South", the trip alone is worth it. Richmond is over 300 years old, with many local dining spots-- like historic, vintage, Shockoe Slip, just 5 minutes from the Brown's Island Car Show, and new site of this years VJC Concours. Other night spots and resturants are within walking distance at "The Happening" Shockoe Bottom where Havana '59 is a well visited resturant and bar. The Host Hotel is within sight and walking distance of the Brown's Island Show, located conveniently at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 555 East Canal St. Richmond, VA 23219. Please make Hotel reservations directly with the Crowne Plaza by September 1st. Special rates have been arranged, but please mention you are with the Central Virginia British Car Club/Jaguar Car Show (800) 227-6963 or (804) 788-0900 Reserved rooms go quickly so please call well in advance to ensure the special rate. Parking is Available for a slight extra charge. Letter from the President about this Year's Concours Welcome to the 2009 VJC Concours and Jaguar car show. Please support the VJC by bringing your Jaguar to the Concours (if you want it judged for JCNA points) or just give it a wash and bring it to the show for everyone to enjoy. The event will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 19th at our new venue of the historic water fountain circle in Richmond's historic Shockoe Slip. The VJC Concours is a JCNA sanctioned event for those wanting JCNA points. VJC car show participants must register with VJC in order to participate. As opposed to year's past, day of show registrations ARE allowed, on a SPACE AVAILABLE basis only. Pre registration is strongly recommended. The registration form is available by clicking on the link in the left sidebar of this page. If you also wish to enter your Jaguar in the CVBCC show the following day on Brown's Island (Sunday September 20th) a separate registration is required. Please go to the CVBCC website at http://www.cvbcc.com to register for that show. The CVBCC show has become a classic "must see" show on the Eastern Seaboard--one that you will not want to miss. For anyone out of town, CVBCC has arranged for a special rate at the Crowne Plaza at 555 E Canal. CVBCC also offers a hospitality suite at the Crowne Plaza, for sharing LBC stories and tales. Ask at the front desk for the suite number. Free food and drink is provided for all British Car enthusiasts! . Cost to enter the general European Car Show is $35 per car. Please let me know by Wednesday, September 9th if you plan to attend the dinner via email to davidmharrison2003@yahoo.com or call me at 804-748-4601. THIS IS IMPORTANT. Again, pre registration for the dinner is required along with your menu selection to attend. Sorry, but no day of event accomodations can be made if you do not let me know in advance on attending the banquet. NOTE: Last minute registration for the European Car Show entrance can NOT be done at the gate, so please register early! Looking forward to seeing you and your Jaguar at this year's event. David Harrison VJC President Frequently Asked Questions about this Event.... Q: Where is the Host Hotel for staying over Saturday Night? A: The Crowne Plaza Hotel at 555 East Canal St. Richmond, VA 23219. The Hotel is Within 4 Blocks of Brown's Island Hotel reservations should be made directly with the Crowne Plaza by September 1st. Special rates have been arranged. Please mention you are with the Central Virginia British Car Club/Jaguar Car Show (800) 227-6963 or (804) 788-0900 Covered Parking is Available. Register Early! Rooms art special reserved rates go quickly! Q: What is the cost to enter the Concours? A: $35 for Driven Class, $40 for Concours Class if registration is before August 31, 2009. After that date the fees are $40 for Driven Class and $45 for Championship Class Q: Does this include admission to the Europeon Car Show too? A: NO! You must pre-register with the Central Virginia British Car Club before August 25th via their web site at http://www.cvbcc.com. Cost to enter the general European Car Show is $35. There are no car show registrations the day of the show!!! Q: Do I have to be in the VJC Concours to enter the general European Car Show? A: No. You can enter your Jaguar or other Europeon Car without having to enter it into the JCNA Concours. Q: Can I register for the CVBCC Show at the gate on Sunday? A: NO This year you MUST pre register with CVBCC before August 20 on their web site or by mail. The CVBCC show is on Brown's Island and the canal with a spectacular view of downtown Richmond. This show is a must see event for British and European car enthusiasts Q: How do I register for the VJC Concours? A: You can download a copy of the VJC application form in MS-WORD or PDF format by CLICKING HERE. Q: How many Jaguars will be there? A: Usually about 25 Jaguars, but can accomodate up to 50. Last years show had 25 cars entered. Q: Do I have to be a JCNA member to be judged in the VJC Concours? A: Yes. If you do not want to join the Virginia Jaguar Club, you can become a JCNA "member at large" for $19 per year. Q: Can I join VJC at these events? A: Yes. Applications will be on hand and you can join at the Concours. Q: Will there be a VJC meeting this weekend of the show? A: Yes! The dinner and Concours awards will be held after the Concours on Saturday night September 19th at the Sam Miller's Warehouse Restaurant just across the street and up the bloick from the show site at 7:00 PM. A reservation is required by contacting VJC Prsident David Harrison by email. Q: Will I have to move my Jaguar after judging? A: NO. Police Security will be provided to watch the cars while we enjoy the after show dinner and awards presentation. A Jaguar Clubs of North America Affiliate Club