August 13th was a beautiful evening in Grand Blanc, Michigan; Doc Watson invited members of the H/OCA to his 
headquarters  to celebrate the 50 th anniversary of Hurst Performance. Members in attendance at the Horsepower 
Gallery were Doug and Judy Badgley, Calvin Badgley, Mike MacDonald, Roger Green, Darrell Bauma, Joe Spagnoli, 
and Ken and Chris Arbic.   

Many classic cars came and went throughout the evening. Doug and Judy Badgley ’ s 1968 Hurst/Olds received premium 
parking inside next to the new Dodge Hurst/Challenger owned by Joe. Each shimmered in their silver paint and 
black striping. Many other Hurst cars could be found: two ’ 72 H/O convertibles, an ’ 83 H/O, 
a ’ 72 Hurst Pontiac SSJ Grand Prix and a one-of-a-kind ’ 74 H/O four-door.   

The list of those who attended includes Nate Shelton (the Chairman of Hurst Shifters and Hurst Performance Vehicles), 
Ron Flint (member of the new Hurst executive team) and Linda Vaughn (Miss Hurst Golden Shifter, of course!). 
As Linda ’ s birthday was right around the corner, she was treated to a special rendition of “ Happy Birthday ” 
sung by attendees.   

The evening was a nice start to the Back 2 the Bricks car cruise weekend. The cruise runs through to downtown 
Flint, Michigan. This event runs the same weekend as the well-known Woodward Cruise.

Ed. Notes - Special thanks to Chris Arbic for providing details and excellent photographs of this event!