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Title: Hank in the press again
Post by: sd427 on July 09, 2020, 06:28:58 PM
The July/August 2020 issue of the So Cal Auto Club magazine Westways has a feature on Hank Williams.

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Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Bob Gaines on July 09, 2020, 06:53:29 PM
Great guy.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: 557 on July 09, 2020, 07:01:24 PM
Yep.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Krelboyne on July 09, 2020, 07:19:02 PM
Great guy.

X2 - Hank Williams regularly attends shows in SoCal and other locations. A great ambassador for the Cobra. I sure hope that his story gets documented. 
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: QuickSilverShelby on July 09, 2020, 09:59:27 PM
I was privileged to share a photo with Hank at SAAC 43. 
While admiring Hanks car at SAAC 43 in Sonoma, I was informed by a fellow Shelby enthusiast that Hank was one of the oldest original owners of a 65 Cobra.  I figured "Damn, I need a picture with a legend"  ;D.

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Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: FL SAAC on July 10, 2020, 09:21:42 AM
Congratulations Sir
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: 427heaven on July 10, 2020, 09:39:54 AM
I was privileged to share a photo with Hank at SAAC 43. 
While admiring Hanks car at SAAC 43 in Sonoma, I was informed by a fellow Shelby enthusiast that Hank was one of the oldest original owners of a 65 Cobra.  I figured "Damn, I need a picture with a legend"  ;D.

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   That sure looks like MANDELLA to me... Nuther COBRA luver ;D
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: greekz on July 10, 2020, 10:22:43 AM
I was privileged to share a photo with Hank at SAAC 43. 
While admiring Hanks car at SAAC 43 in Sonoma, I was informed by a fellow Shelby enthusiast that Hank was one of the oldest original owners of a 65 Cobra.  I figured "Damn, I need a picture with a legend"  ;D.

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And the countless children that have had their pictures taken while sitting the the driver's seat of his Cobra.  Much to the amazement of their parents, that he would allow them to sit in his Cobra just for a picture.  One of the things I miss about living in Long Beach, not being able to attend area car shows to see Hank and his Cobra.  A true gentleman.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: jerry merrill on July 10, 2020, 03:08:16 PM
I have talked with him on several occasions at car shows in So Cal and he is truly a wonderful guy and is very proud of his car and will cheerfully tell you about it and his stories about Mr. Shelby. 
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Rodster-500 on July 10, 2020, 09:11:17 PM
I have talked with him on several occasions at car shows in So Cal and he is truly a wonderful guy and is very proud of his car and will cheerfully tell you about it and his stories about Mr. Shelby.

Someone should interview him and record it.  The stories would be fascinating.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Shelby_r_b on July 11, 2020, 07:39:53 AM
I have talked with him on several occasions at car shows in So Cal and he is truly a wonderful guy and is very proud of his car and will cheerfully tell you about it and his stories about Mr. Shelby.

Someone should interview him and record it.  The stories would be fascinating.

+1!
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: QuickSilverShelby on July 12, 2020, 10:30:54 PM
At the time of my picture with Hank I didn't fully appreciate that I was taking a picture with "Shelby royalty".  I'm pretty proud that I've had a picture taken with a legend.  As a "young pup" of 49 years old, I was humbled to be photographed with someone who bought their Cobra 4 years before I was even freakin born.

Thanks to you Hank for that picture.  I am honored.

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Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: sfm5s081 on July 27, 2020, 05:07:57 PM
Original owner!
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Krelboyne on July 27, 2020, 06:12:07 PM
Original owner!

Yes, but with the optional hardtop.
Not many sold with removable hardtops. Anyone know how many cars with hardtops out there?
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Wedgeman on July 27, 2020, 06:22:22 PM
Met him many times..I can't think of a better representative of  Cobra owners !! 8)
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: 68krrrr on July 30, 2020, 11:36:00 PM
Same here i've seen him several times at local SoCal car shows quite a local legend
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Krelboyne on July 31, 2020, 12:04:13 AM
Same here i've seen him several times at local SoCal car shows quite a local legend

Hank lives down the road from you in Fontana.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: Rodster-500 on October 17, 2021, 08:44:49 PM
Hopefully someone recorded this...

At The Planes Of Fame Air Museum in Chino, CA

Saturday, Oct 9th - 5 till 10 PM

 

Experience the first live on-stage interview of Henry "The Hank" Williams: A TRUE legend, well known to the Ford - Shelby - Cobra racing industry.

 

Henry "The Hank" Williams will share his life experiences beyond the speedway in front of an exclusive live audience for the first time ever.
Come witness his stories of struggles, victories, and his journey to becoming one of the most famous and highly respected racers of all time: The Gentleman Racer.  This unique, untold story will inspire you and touch your heart in so many ways.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: greekz on October 17, 2021, 09:05:07 PM
Yes, I hope so.  Hank is a great person and a treasure.  I have seen him many times at car shows, a true gentleman.
and, on many occasions, offered his car so parents can take a picture of their child in a real Cobra.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: sd427 on October 17, 2021, 10:39:44 PM
That event was cancelled.
Title: Re: Hank in the press again
Post by: csheff on October 19, 2021, 04:42:32 PM
One of the nicest guys u can meet.