GOF CENTRAL 2023
June 20 - 23 I South Bend, Indiana
GOF CENTRAL 2023
June 20 - 23 I South Bend, Indiana
GOF CENTRAL 2023
June 20 - 23 I South Bend, Indiana
MGreetings: 6/7/2023
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Congratulations to Jeff Fields! Jeff is the winner of the Car Detailing pre-event raffle!
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We will continue to accept registrations for GOF, but due to notification deadlines we can no longer accept Banquet, BBQ, Museum/Chocolate Factory Tours or Raffle Ticket requests. There are still a few T Register Dinners available through the Regalia Store
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As of May 28th the GOF reserved block of rooms at the Embassy Suites, South Bend is sold out. See Accomodations Page for more information!
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The GOF Committee is please to announce we have added yet one more event to the list for GOF Central 2023.
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The GOF Chairman's T Register Dinner
For those not attending the Tuesday evening Triple M Register's Bibulous Gallimaufry of eating, imbibing, and revelry, you are invited to join us on the Embassy Suites rooftop patio for an easy dinner and hobnob get-together.
Hosted by Greg Peterson, our event chairman, everyone is invited!
Dinner will be simple but tasty - salads, pizza, dessert, and a cash bar.
Space limits us to 55 people. Cost is $27 per person. Time: 6:15 PM
The patio (called The Podium by Embassy Suites) is on the top floor
overlooking Notre Dame campus. The view is superb, the people attending will be even better.
You'll need to pre-register, and it's easy to do at the GOF Regalia Store.
GOF 2023 Central Committee
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"MG - The Marque of Friendship"
You're Invited
GOF CENTRAL 2023
June 20 - 23 I South Bend, Indiana
Celebrating 100 Years of the MG Sports Cars
Welcome to GOF Central 2023!
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The Olde Octagons of Indiana and Hoosier MGs are proud to host GOF Central 2023, the premier MG event of 2023 in the Midwest where we will be celebrating the Centenary of MG sports cars.
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This is the 42nd Gathering of the Faithful (GOF) in the Midwest. GOFs started as an annual gathering bringing together owners and enthusiasts of MG T-series cars (T-series were made 1936-1954). Started in the 1960s by the New England MG T Register, GOFs have for many years been held annually regionally (northeast, Midwest, south, and west). The event is an opportunity for fellowship, camaraderie, and sharing of MG experiences and technical know-how.
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While a GOF has traditionally been an event for T-series MG owners, MGs of all years and model groups are welcomed. In 2023 this GOF Central will be the national meet for the North American MMM Register, featuring MGs built in the 1929-1936 era. Known as the MMMs (for Midget, Magna, and Magnette) these are the MGs that blazed the successful competition trail for MG. There will also be a large number of later model MGs – MGAs, MGBs, Midgets, and others. All MGs and enthusiasts – regardless of model year – are invited!
GOF Central 2023 will be in South Bend Indiana, conveniently located for all in the Midwest. Headquarters is the new Embassy Suites, adjacent to Notre Dame University. It is easy to get to, and provides the perfect environment for all our activities.
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A full list of events and activities is planned – MG History, Technical Sessions with good information, entertainment, drives, and special car shows.
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We encourage you to join us for the 42 GOF Central. It’s sure to be a memorable event, and a wonderful birthday party for MG.
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Hope to see you all there!
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Greg Peterson, GOF 2023 Chairperson, gpeterson@sprynet.com (317) 251 2160
GOF Central 2023 Committee
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Embassy Suites - South Bend, Indiana
Relax in view of Notre Dame Stadium
Just a five-minute walk from the University of Notre Dame's football stadium. It's two miles to downtown South Bend attractions like the Studebaker Museum and the Oliver Mansion. Enjoy our indoor pool, free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi, and drinks at our complimentary evening reception.
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We have reserved a block of rooms. Be sure to book your room early. Staying at the host hotel has it's advantages! Once you register we will send you an email containing the GOF Central 2023 event code to receive the $156 per night room rate we have negotiated.
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MGreetings:
As of May 28th the GOF reserved block of rooms at the Embassy Suites is sold out. That's 120 rooms!
There still may be rooms available, but not at the reduced rate. The phone number at the Embassy is 574-400-2600.
An alternative hotel may be the Fairfield Inn and Suites (adjacent to the Embassy, across the parking lot); phone number is (574) 234-5510
GOF 2023 Central Committee
5/28/2023
Start planning your trip.....
GOF Central Regalia
Commemorating the Gathering of the Faithful
Indiana has a reputation for providing unique high quality regalia to commerrate GOF Central, and this year is no different. Choose from denim work shirts or quality cotton tees, mugs for your favorite drink, the always popular hats or one of our event posters!
Order your GOF Central regalia for pickup at in GOF today!
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Only order Regalia after you have registered for GOF Central.
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Regalia must be pre-ordered - there will not be onsite sales at the event.
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Order by May 15 to assure availability.
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Pick up at registration check-in.
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Regalia is not refundable. If you are registered for the event and cannot pick up at the event, we will mail to you after the event (additional cost will apply).
If you mailed your registration form and paid by check and wish to order Regalia, please contact Mike at 260-417-3003 or 1932Mtype@gmail.com
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The Regalia Store is now closed for pre-orders.
No need to fret! There will be mugs, posters, T-shirts, and some hats available to purchase at GOF, while supplies last.
We expect them to sell out quickly, so buy when you arrive.
-MJ 5/17/2023
GOF CENTRAL REGISTRATION
Here are the steps to Register Online:​
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Click the "Online Registration" Button below and select the activities to participate in (Car Show BBQ, Banquet, Pre-Event Raffle, Tours, etc.).
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Enter you details (Name, Address, Car Information, etc.).
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Make the payment.
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Once you've completed registration and payment for GOF 2023, you will receive a confirmation email that includes your registration details. Shortly afterwards, (within 1-2 days) you will receive a second email from us that will include a link to the hotel reservation site that includes the GOF Event Code. Be sure to register promptly, we expect our block of rooms to fill up quickly!
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Order your regalia (shirts and special stuff) at the GOF Central Store on this website (early in 2023). These purchases are made separately from registration. GOF doesn't doesn't plan to have extra at the event, so you will need to pre-order everything you want.
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If you have any questions please contact us via email at 1932mtype@gmail.com
Here are the steps for Mail-in Registration:
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Click the "Mail-in Registration" Button below to display the .pdf registration form.
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Print the form, fill it out and send it to the included address with your check. We will send you an e-mail confirmation with the hotel GOF Event Code once we have processed your registration.
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Look Who Has Registered So Far!
Be Sure to Join Us!
Registration Number | Name | State | Model |
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139 | John Deikis and Nigel Johnsfolly | MI | 1953 TD |
138 | John Golanty | IL | 1955 ZA |
137 | Larry Pittman | MI | 1952 TD |
136 | Bruce and Willie Mann | MI | 1952 TD |
135 | Thomas Webb II and Sophie Mei Webb | IL | 1957 Morris Minor |
134 | Roger and Beverley Melton | MI | 1935 PA |
133 | Rick Peet | MI | 1949 TC |
132 | Chris Cooper | MN | 1979 MGB |
131 | David Lawely | ON | |
130 | Nick and Mary Ann Kenkel | IN | 1952 TD |
129 | Chris and Debbie Blume | IN | 1946 TC |
128 | Craig and Nancy Seabrook | OH | 1946 TC |
127 | Buck Malick | WI | 1980 MGB |
126 | Allen Galloway | IN | 1969 MGB |
125 | Scott Jones | IN | 1974 MGB-GT |
124 | Lilli and Gene Parker | TN | 1951 TD |
123 | John Hirst and Irene Robinson | OH | 1955 TF 1500 |
122 | Ed and Julie Polonus | IL | 1957 ZB Magnette |
121 | Gordon Whatley | ON | |
120 | Lee and Shirley Johnson | OH | 1949 YT & 1957 Wolseley 15/50 |
119 | Bill Harte | VA | 1933 Austin 7 |
118 | Ed Palmer | MN | 1973 MGB |
117 | Michael and Susan Boggs | OH | 1979 MGB |
116 | Casey Callis | KY | |
115 | Richard Drewyer | FL | 1970 MGB-GT |
114 | Elena Gillespie and Steve Bender | IN | 1980 MGB |
113 | Joel and Nan Stager | IN | 1946 TC |
112 | Don and Nancy Ross | IL | 1952 TD |
111 | John Moline and Lou Hoekstra | MI | 1953 TD |
110 | Tom Metcalf | OH | 1948 TC |
109 | Karen Caldwell and Beth Mulcahy | MN | |
108 | Steve Hully & Jack Kurkowski | IN | 1969 MGC-GT |
107 | Brent Reifsnyder | OH | 1958 MGA |
106 | Lars and Roxane Lynge | UT | 1948 TC |
105 | John and Laura Gough | IN | 1961 MGA 1600 Roadster |
104 | Gerald C. Risner | IL | 1954 TF |
103 | Ken Hamel | NH | 1970 MGB |
102 | Ronald and Lin Gao-Videkovich | WI | 1966 Sunmeam Minx |
101 | Jerry and Fran Moore | OH | 1952 TD |
100 | Dick Hall and Gale Stawiery | OH | 1955 TF 1500 |
99 | Gary and Cindy Blanton | IN | 1953 TD 2 |
98 | Ken Waeber and Tiina Reponen | OH | 1964 MGB |
97 | Dick Sprafke | RI | |
96 | Dave and Carolee Snyder | IN | |
95 | Ray Costa | IL | 1952 TD |
94 | Bob and Donna Hanselman | IL | 1938 VA Tickford Drophead |
93 | Gary and Gwen Krukoski | MN | 1933 J2 |
92 | Douglas Kniff | MI | 1949 TC |
91 | Baird and Rose Cook | WI | 1951 TD |
89 | Ken and Jolie Fredette | IL | 1955 TF 1500 |
88 | Bob Costello | IL | |
87 | Bill Hirsch and Kimberly Grutter | MI | 1949 TC |
86 | Dave Anderson | MI | 1960 MGA 1600 |
85 | Jerry Cihak | IL | 1951 TD |
84 | Peter and Diane Weber | MN | 1951 TD |
83 | Mike and Dianne Marini | WI | 1953 MG TD |
82 | Jeff & Linda Fields, Pete & Ellie Vance | OH | 1949 TC EXU, 1960 MGA |
81 | Ric and Nancy Maitzen | IL | 1951 TD |
80 | Tom Ford | IN | 1974 MGB |
79 | Cindy, Bryson and Steven Pennoyer | MN | |
78 | Joe Schreibies | IN | 1949 TC EXU |
77 | Dean and Kerry Hickenlooper | IL | 1959 MGA |
75 | Art Lewis | MI | 1949 TC |
74 | Carl and Jeanette Strohm | IN | 1959 MGA |
73 | Tom Baumgardner and Sophia Morton | OH | 1950 YT |
72 | Bob & Sue Miller | OH | 1973 MGB |
71 | Lee Jacobson | MI | 1938 SA Tickford Drophead |
70 | Steve and Sally Styers | IL | |
69 | Bob Lee | IL | 1953 TD |
68 | Bill and Sarah Richey | KY | 1933 L1 Magna |
67 | Joel and Sandra Barnett | AL | |
66 | Gene & Becky Cooper | MN | 1950 TD (RHD) |
65 | Duane & Jane McCart | IL | 1953 TD |
64 | Tim and Judy Scheerhorn | MI | 1948 TC |
63 | Phil and Carole Hall | ON | 1930 M-Type |
62 | Roger and Shirley Goebbert | IL | 2019 Mini Cooper |
61 | Joe and Cathy Gunderson | CO | 1958 MG EX186 |
60 | Ken and Kathy Nelson | MI | 1954 Riley RME |
59 | Bill and Joyce Appelgate | IA | 1948 TC |
58 | Doug and Carol Pelton | AZ | |
57 | Tim and Nancy Crain | MN | 1975 MGB |
56 | Steve and Sandi Nau | KY | 1948 TC |
55 | Andy, Susanne, Drew & Heather Steinbock | KY | |
54 | Daniel and Sharon Craig | MO | 1960 MGA Roadster |
53 | Jason and Brenda Klemm | IL | 1926 Bullnose Morris |
52 | John, Ted & Phil Hoham, Bob Haller | IN | |
51 | David and Janet Jackman | OH | 1934 PA |
50 | Kathy Kubick | IN | 1953 TD |
49 | Stan and Hilary Stokes | FL | 1960 MGA |
48 | Jim Purdin | WI | |
47 | Harry and John Mueller | MI | 1963 MGB |
46 | Mike & Brenda Jansen Melinda & Dane Pippenger | IN | 1932 M-Type, 1946 TC |
45 | Dave and Kim Smittle | OH | |
44 | Reinout and Henneke Vogt | GA | 1931 M-Type |
43 | John and Kathryn Wantz | IN | 1953 TD |
42 | Lou and Tina Louchios | IL | 1935 PA Airline Coupe |
41 | Andy and Johnnie Shirley | IN | 1951 TD |
40 | Tucker Madawick | IN | 1962 MGA Deluxe |
39 | Robert Carr | FL | 1933 MG J2 |
38 | Greg and Sue Peterson | IN | 1954 TF |
36 | Jack and Leslie Richards | MO | |
35 | Jeff and Sharon Powell | IL | 1948 TC |
34 | Mary Cay Cobb | IL | 1974 MGB |
33 | George Spelman | IN | 1962 MGA MKII |
32 | Maggi Wyant and Fred Butler | IN | 1946 TC |
31 | John Libbert | OH | 1960 MGA |
30 | Richard Porter | IN | |
29 | Phil and Karna Anderson | MN | 1934 PA |
28 | Kurt and Kathy Rupenthal | IN | 1956 MGA 1500 |
27 | Rich and Kathy Witmer | IN | 1970 MGB |
26 | Bill and Greg Bollendonk | CO | 1935 K3/KN |
25 | John and Mary Gervasi | MI | TD MKII |
24 | Dan Asbury | NY | 1962 MGA MKII |
23 | Dan Bosso | GA | 1969 MGB-GT |
22 | Reed and Jan Tarwater | SC | 1936 PB |
21 | Steven and Diane Mazurek | IL | 1959 MGA |
20 | Tim and Jamie Schafer | IL | 1979 Midget |
19 | Doug Clark | IL | 1954 TF |
18 | James and Alice Hester | AL | 1930 M-Type |
16 | Ray and Susan Hansen | IL | 1979 MGB |
15 | Philip and Sandy Wydra | IL | 1973 MGB |
14 | Jack Kahler | CO | 1930 MG 12/12 Brookland Racer |
13 | Alan Magnuson | CO | |
12 | Sharon Kelsey and Elena Biesser | MN | |
11 | Bob and Chris Vitrikas | VA | 1955 TF 1500 |
10 | Bill and Kathy Laham | IN | 1952 TD |
9 | Tom and Lisa Koehler | IN | 1952 TD |
8 | Diana Gonzales and Tom Hunkele | IL | 2020 Mini Cooper |
7 | Jim and Pat Bryan | MI | 1953 TD |
6 | Dennis and Crystal Klemm | WI | 1931 D-Type, 1934 PA |
5 | Tony, Janet and Lian Shoviak | OH | 1969 MGC-GT, 1966 MGB |
4 | Lonnie and Mike Stevens | MI | 1933 J2 Midget |
3 | Ken and Melody Klemmer | MI | 1930 MG 8/33 Midget |
2 | Tom, Emily and Erin Wilson | IN | 1945 TC |
1 | Lew and Darlene Palmer, and Abby Caldwell | MN | 1935 NA or 1934 PA |
