Editor:

On Aug. 15 we held our fifth annual car show, benefiting the Brentwood Regional Community Chest. If it were not for people like Dave McIntyre of Centro Mart properties, this event would not be possible. He graciously donates his parking lot for this charity event.

We would also like to thank the major sponsors, which include Bill Brandt Ford, Bermudez Auto Service, Monkey Wrenches, East Bay Muscle Cars, Road Runner RV Repair, Brentwood Transmission Inc., CCV, Inc., Casey’s Auto Body, DC’s Extraordinary Cherries, Dominator Inc., Doneright Automotive Repair, Extreme Motorsports, Got U Covered, Hansen Racing, Jim’s California Auto Body, Inc., Kendall Automotive, LineX, Making Changes Salon, Michael Gonzales Trucking, Inc., Mickeys Magic, Micon Automotive, Patrick McHenry, Ryland Racing, Sweeney’s Grill & Bar, The Auto Doctor, Vintage Trans & Gear, Vornhagen Body & Paint, Winters Chevrolet, Brentwood Tire Company, Black Bear Diner, Valley Sweeping, Napa Fresno, Meguiars Inc., Napa Brakes, Lumpy’s Diner, DJ Mo, Williams Sanitary, and Fred Smith for his photography.

A special thanks to the members of the band Triumvirate for donating their time and performance. And to this year’s judges – Bill Bensen, Nelson Brooks and Joel Novero – thank you for donating your time and expertise. We know that your job was not an easy one.

Thank you to all the participants who brought out their beautiful cars for all of us to enjoy – you are what make this event a success – and to the board members of the Brentwood Community Chest that came by and pitched in to help.

And last but not least, thank you to the volunteers that stepped in to help the day of the event, and to our employees and family, especially Paul Manau for organizing this whole event. With the help and support of these people, we were able to raise a cash donation and collect six boxes of toys for this upcoming holiday season.

Plans are under way for next year’s event. Hope to see you there!

Rick and Linda Wilson, Brentwood (Napa) Auto Parts