CADILLAC & LASALLE
CLUB, INC.
JUDGING MANUAL
Judging Rules and Regulations
Suggested Method of Running Regional Training Courses
Detailed Description of each Judging Category and suggested Point deductions
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Copyright 2013 Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc. All Rights Reserved August 5, 2013
Last Updated: April 20, 2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I
Section #
Page #
Organization of Manual...................................................................................I........................... 4
Introduction, Recognition......................................................................... II-III........................... 4
Judging History............................................................................................ IV........................... 4
Judges - Who May or May Not Judge, & Records.......................................V-VI........................4 -5
Judging Form Information...........................................................................VII........................... 5
Disqualifications, Automatic.......................................................................VIII........................... 5
General Rules and Information..................................................................... IX........................... 5
Senior Badge, Missing.............................................................................. IX-10........................... 6
Authenticity Notes and Comments............................................................ X-XI........................... 7
Team Captain Responsibilities......................................................................XII........................... 7
Meet Chief Judge - Duties & Information................................................... XIII........................... 8
Grounds Marshall.......................................................................................XIV........................... 8
Training Procedures & Instructions.......................................................XV-XVI........................... 9
Tabulation, Runners........................................................................ XVII-XVIII.....................9 - 10
PART II
INFORMATION - ITEMS TO CHECK AND SUGGESTED DEDUCTION AMOUNTS
................................................................................................................... Page #
Category #1 Senior Badge, Wreath, Crown................................................................................ 11
Category #2 Engine................................................................................................................... 11
Category #3-#4 Wiper, Horns............................................................................................. 11 – 12
Category #5-#6 Lights............................................................................................................... 12
Category #7 Brakes.................................................................................................................... 12
Category #8 Interior Lights, Instruments.................................................................................... 13
Category #9-#11 Instruments, Clocks, Radios, Accessories, etc................................................... 13
Category #12 Windows & Convertible Top Operation................................................................ 13
Category #13-#17 Cooling, Engine, Exhaust, Chassis.......................................................... 14 – 15
Category #18 Wiring................................................................................................................. 15
Category #19-#20 Authenticity Engine & Chassis............................................................... 15 – 16
Category #21-#22 Interior Trim, Hardware, Dash, Steering wheel, etc........................................ 16
Category #23-#26 Upholstery, Carpets, Trunk, Weatherstipping, etc........................................... 17
Category #27-#28 Glass, Top/Roof ........................................................................................... 18
Category #29-#31 Body, Fenders, Paint etc. & Fit................................................................ 18 – 19
Category #32-#34 Plating, Body Paint....................................................................................... 19
Category #35-#36 Body Condition & Fit.................................................................................... 20
Category #37-#38 Wheels, Tires................................................................................................ 20
Category #39-#40 Authenticity Exterior. & Interior.................................................................... 21
Category #41-#43 Mandatory Deductions - 22 point ea.............................................................. 22
Bottom Portion of Judging Form................................................................................................ 23
Introduction Years for various items........................................................................................... 23
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART III
PROCEDURES (ALSO SEE MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY) ........................... Page #
Judging Procedures ............................................................................................................. 24 - 31
Owners Responsibilities - including TROPHY PICKUP............................................................. 24
Authenticity Deductions procedure............................................................................................ 25
Touring Division Entrants Information....................................................................................... 26
Ties, Minimum scores, Divisions, Classes, Judging Results.................................................... 25 - 26
Awards verification and Senior Badge(s) etc., replacement (text notes)................................... 27 - 29
Special Awards (B of S etc.), Preservation Awards (Original Car)................................................ 30
Modified Vehicle Policy............................................................................................................. 31
PART IV
EXHIBITS Page #
Judging Form Scantron (reduced size)........................................................................................ 32
Judging Results Synopsis Form.................................................................................................. 33
Cadillac & LaSalle Engine Chart................................................................................................ 34
Original Vehicle - Preservation Class Application Form...........................................................35-36
Judges and those interested in Judging and attaining higher Judges status................................37-42
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CADILLAC & LASALLE CLUB JUDGING MANUAL
PART I
I. ORGANIZATION OF CONTENTS
This Judging Manual is divided into four parts as outlined below:
I. CLC Judging Rules, Regulations, Tabulation, Meet Chief Judge Information, Training suggestions, etc.
II. Description of each Judging Category (a line item on the Judging Form) and suggested deductions
III. Procedures Governing the Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet (taken from the
Membership Directory)
IV. Exhibits of: Scantron Judging form, Synopsis form (synopsis form is used to provide entrants with the
judging results for their specific vehicle), Original Vehicle information and submission form.
Note: The use of the word "car" in this Manual means any vehicle accepted by the Club.
II. INTRODUCTION
A number of years ago a set of "Judging Guidelines" was developed and provided to the Meet Chief Judge for
Grand Nationals. It was also used in some Judging Seminars, but was never generally circulated.
This Judging Manual was developed in 2004/05 to provide a tool for improving the quality and consistency of
judging at Cadillac & LaSalle Club's Grand Nationals. It has, and will be, updated frequently. Any Region that
wishes to use the Club's comprehensive judging system for a local or regional judged meet may do so, but the results
will normally not be entered in National Records, Senior Badges list, etc.
The Club's Judging Procedures and Judging Form are printed in the Directory (Membership Directory} and in this
Manual. NOTE: If the current Directory is more recent than this Manual, check it for possible changes and abide
by the latest procedures.
III. RECOGNITION
This Manual and the Standard Judging Form is the result of the effort of The National Chief Judge (C. Steig) and
the three Deputy Chief Judges (R. A. LeCoque, P. Ayres and J. Hotz) plus input from other members including Ted
Raines, Tom Hall, and Ed Gunther. The format of both are similar to that of the CCCA (Carl was involved with
their development). Paul Ayers and Jeff Hansen were responsible for investigating and bringing the Scantron form
and tabulating method to our Club. Trophies were the work of Rich Esposito for years and now the responsibility
of the Awards Chairman. For many years prior to 2010 they were sponsored by Cadillac Division of GM.
IV. JUDGING HISTORY
First formal judging occurred at the Grand National in Valley Forge, PA in 1985. It was a 20 Category System
similar to the system in use by CCCA at that time. In 1996, the system was changed to a 40 Category System.
Final scores were divided by 2 to arrive at the familiar 100 point top score.
In 1999, the rules were changed to record deductions taken, not points awarded. Deductions were entered in the
scoring column.
At the 2002 Grand National, the Scantron method of tabulating was introduced (electronic tabulating equipment
utilizing a scanner). The Scantron judging form contains 6 "boxes" (0 thru 5) for each Category. The basic judging
remained the same. A "Station Judging" format was used for 2002 only.
V. WHO MAY OR MAY NOT JUDGE
All CLC members in good standing will be considered. Actual assignment is up to the National Chief Judge with
the assistance of the Meet and Deputy Chief Judges.
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A judge should not judge his or her own vehicle, or a vehicle on which he/she has performed significant restoration
work or has recently sold the vehicle to the present owner. A restorer should not judge vehicles that have been
restored by close competitors.
The Regional Director (Region President), Chairman of the Meet, and the Registrar of the Host Region should not
judge. They have too many other duties and are likely to be' interrupted repeatedly during judging.
VI. JUDGES' EXPERIENCE, STATUS, & RECORDS
Effective in 2013 there are Four levels of judges based on knowledge, judging experience, and results of a
procedures questionnaire. They are: Apprentice, Judge, Senior Judge, and Master Judge (numbered badge). A
member desiring to become a registered Judge or Master Judge must answer a Questionnaire and provide judging
experience information. In most cases he/she must attend a Judging Seminar to attain Master Judge status (in
addition to Judge’s briefings the day of the Grand Nationals).
The CLC National Chief Judge is responsible for maintaining the GN’s judges records which include: GNs judged
at, main class(es) judged, service as Team Captain, and attendance at sanctioned Judging Seminars.
Any Region conducting a Training Seminar must submit in writing, a list of active attendees to the National Chief
Judge. Provide attendees’ name, city, state, and if a member or not of CLC. Also a list of the vehicles, years (and
possible models), that they prefer to judge.
VII. JUDGING FORMS
The Scantron Form and system is now the planned method for Grand Nationals. This system greatly reduces the
chance of tabulating errors and the man hours required. A reduced, letter size sample of the form is in this manual
and the Directory.
If the Scantron equipment is not available, printing adding machines can be used to compile the scores. Letter size
copies of the Scantron form could be used.
VIII. AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATIONS
Check the disqualifications first. Fill in the Auto Disqualification box(es) near the top of the Judging Form if
disqualified. Cease judging of the vehicle and arrange to immediately notify the Meet or National Chief Judge.
The Judging Form may be given to a runner with the comment that notification is required.
The two items that automatically disqualify a vehicle are:
1. No Underwriters Laboratories approved fire extinguisher.
2. An engine that was never used by Cadillac or LaSalle. Note: See Tim Pawl’s Engine Chart in this manual and
in our CLC Membership Directory for listings.
IX. GENERAL RULES AND INFORMATION
1. Who owns or is displaying the vehicle must not affect the judging. '
2. An excellent vehicle (a vehicle as it would have been when delivered new) would not warrant a deduction
and would receive a zero deduction. Fill in the #0 block for each given category. The vehicle does not have to
be perfect. Remember, a one point deduction is 20% of a category, but, it only has a half point affect on the
final score you give the vehicle.
3. Vehicle is competing with itself as it was originally delivered, and not with the Vehicle parked next to it. Ties
are allowed at Grand Nationals. See Judging Procedures for further information.
4. Avoid touching the vehicle unless you have permission of the Exhibitor (the person showing the vehicle,
usually the owner).
5. Equal time to be spent judging each vehicle in a given Class. Twenty or so minutes is the suggested time
allotment. Determine how many vehicles have to be judged and the time available to determine how long to
spend on each vehicle. Exaggeration - ten minutes on one vehicle, one hour on another (both average
vehicles). Which will score lower?
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6. Categories that Do Not Applv to a specific vehicle have the #0* box filled in. NOTE: Categories 1-40 must each
have an entry. If not, the Scantron, or the Tabulators, will reject them.
*Category one has a large rectangular box – enter a check mark if appropriate (see #10 below).
7. The maximum deduction is five points in any category, this would result in filling in the #5 block for that category.
Note: If there are not enough points left in the “appropriate” Authenticity Category, the judge may take the
deduction in one of the other Authenticity Categories. A note must be included stating what the deduction is for, and
what category it should have been in. Example: A deduction in Category # 19 might read:
“Air conditioning from Cat. #20.”
8. Not sure where to take a deduction? Ask your Team Captain. Or, make your best choice and include a comment
listing the reason for the deduction.
9. Plating, in some cases, may mean Painted, Anodized, Colored, or “Plastics” with built in color such as bumpers on
newer cars, etc. Consider what the category is. In earlier years were the items plated? Then it would be considered as
covered by the term “Plating.” Use common sense.
10. Missing Senior Badge, Wreath, Crown. If the vehicle has won any or all of these awards, it (them) must be visible in
or on the vehicle. A vehicle that is missing any one or all of these that are applicable will receive a five point
deduction, unless they have a letter from National excusing the vehicle. If they are present, or this Category is not
applicable, insert a check mark (√) in the box provided in Category #1. Fill in the Senior Badge number if it is missing from the form. If it is a different number, check to see if you have the correct vehicle! Notify a Chief, Deputy
or Area Head Judge (via a runner or other method) to have it checked out. Judge other vehicles until investigation
occurs and decision is received. Record the other badge number, write appropriate notes on the form.
11. Missing items. Deductions may be taken in the appropriate judging category or under authenticity. Deduction
severity - Good judgment must prevail, and identification included.
12. Over-restoration is a problem with no solution known to those currently involved with this project. Literally all well
restored vehicles are over-restored! Therefore, there are no deductions for over-restoration. However, over-restoration
does not include such things as chrome plating items that should be painted or left natural. Authenticity deductions
should be taken in such situations.
13. Handicap controls - Common sense should prevail. If there is an obvious reason for the controls, or they were on
the car when originally delivered (factory or dealer), then no deduction. The member may submit a request letter to
the National Chief Judge stating the reason recent addition of these controls. If justified, a letter will be issued
stating no deduction shall be taken.
14. Glove boxes are not judged.
15. Judges should limit their talking to each other (or anyone else) about the judging. There are some exceptions. They
need to communicate the results of the checking of the Lights, Wipers, Horns, Instruments, Brakes, and Wiring
under the dash. The point amount to be deducted should not be discussed except with new judges who may address
his questions to the Team Captain. Judging problems should be discussed with the Team Captain.
Authenticity items - See Authenticity notes below.
16. Exhibitor to perform all operations of the vehicle. The exhibitor should open the hood (be sure the hood is secure)
and doors and operate the various controls including: starting the vehicle, operating the lights, horn, and brakes. Do
not request movement of the vehicle unless absolutely necessary to allow access to the interior of the vehicle.
17. Recommended deductions. The deduction amounts listed in PART II are for average defects of varying degrees and
are just guidelines. Actual deductions might vary depending on the severity of the defect.
18. This manual, or an Authenticity Manual, must not be referred to (physically) on the field in the vicinity of the
Exhibitor, or anyone else, during judging except to satisfy a question(s) raised by the Exhibitor.
19. Do not allow spectators to interfere with any judging function.
20. Damage en route to, or at the meet. There will be no deduction for external accidental damage sustained on the
way to, or at the meet. Other types of damage might be considered. Details should be referred to a Chief Judge
for evaluation.
21. All vehicles in a class must be judged by One Team. If there are too many vehicles for one team to judge, an option
is to have one team do the left column of the Judging Form and a second team do the right half. The Meet Chief
Judge should consult with the National Chief Judge and they can split the Class if appropriate. Eight vehicles is a
heavy judging load, twelve Touring vehicles is too much, but ten to twelve Senior vehicles might be possible if
absolutely necessary.
22. Conflicting rules. The Membership Directory contains information and rules. If a conflict exists between this
Judging Manual and the latest edition of the Directory, the Directory will usually govern (unless a more recent
change has been announced in the Self-Starter or in a Judges briefing). If an authenticity issues arises questioning
the accuracy of the Authenticity Manual, contact the Chief Judge, Deputy Chief(s) or person in charge of Authenticity Manuals.
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X. AUTHENTICITY NOTES
1. Judges should make all calls on authenticity through their own knowledge and not by hunch, suspicion, or the
influence of others. If there is any doubt, the presumption of authenticity is always in favor of the vehicle and
the Exhibitor.
2. Before any deductions for authenticity can be made, the individual judge MUST discuss the item with the Team
Captain. The Team Captain MUST then discuss the question of authenticity with the Exhibitor and relay the
information obtained to the judge involved, who must consider it before making the deduction. The Team Captain
must not dictate what deduction, if any, must be taken and highly recommend that no deduction be taken if the
Exhibitor has printed proof of authenticity; or the Team Captain and Exhibitor have specific knowledge that the item
in question is authentic. (The Judge and/or Team Captain must advise the National Chief Judge if the dispute is not settled.)
3. All authenticity deductions are to be recorded by the judge at the bottom of the page, or on the back side of the
Judging Form. The Team Captain must initial in the box titled “Initials” located near the bottom of the form which
indicates that the item(s) has been discussed with the Exhibitor.
4. Judges should normally refrain from advising or discussing authenticity items with other team members or non-team
members, but they may do so with apprentice judges. The Team Captain may also discuss the item(s) with the Meet
or National Chief Judge or Deputy Chief Judges.
XI. AUTHENTICITY COMMENTS
1. Early vehicles without factory Directional Signals. No deduction for installation of turn signals if installation is in
existing, or era style accessory lights. Controller should be inconspicuous and/or harmonize with the interior and/or
steering column and be done in a workmanlike manner (Deduct in Category #39 for authenticity; in Category #5 for
operation and appearance.)
2. Plastic wiring (exterior of wire) or plastic electricians tape when used on early vehicles that did not use such materials.
(Deduct in Category #20 for materials; Category # 18 for operation, appearance & safety .)
3. Synthetic upholstery material on earlier vehicles, unless originally so equipped. (Deduct in Category #40 for
Material,; in Categories #23 & 24 for workmanship and condition etc.)
4. Vinyl or synthetic open vehicle tops and boots on early vehicles. Note: A vinyl or synthetic top was optional on some
closed vehicle tops and some open vehicles. Exhibitor of such vehicles should have information authenticating the
top material to avoid a possible deduction. (Deduct in Category #39 for Material; Deduct in Category #28 for
workmanship and condition.)
5. Non-authentic air conditioning. (Deduct in Category #20 for authenticity; deduct in Category #11 &15 for
operation and condition).
6. Non-authentic power steering. (Deduct in Category #20 for authenticity; deduct in Category #15 for operation
and condition).
XII. TEAM CAPTAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Distribute Judging Forms to the team members
2. Greet the exhibitor, introduce himself/herself and the judges. Advise the exhibitor that the team is ready to judge the
vehicle. Ask the exhibitor to verify that the team is using the Correct Judging Forms. Also verify the Senior Badge
number is correct and it, and any other appropriate badges are present. Upon completion of the judging, thank the
exhibitor for bringing the vehicle and for letting them judge it. A brief appropriate complement about the vehicle may
be in order, but be careful to not imply that it may be a winner.
3. Authenticity duties – see X and XI above.
4. Receive all completed Judging Forms back from the team members. If there are any Authenticity deductions, be sure
you have discussed them with the Exhibitor and initialed the appropriate box. Verify that entries have been made
in all categories before turning them over to a runner. If the judge is new to the job, look at the scoring. If radically
different than what you feel would be correct, then discuss the subject with the judge and suggest (not require) a
change. If no agreement, you may want to so advise the Meet, National or a Deputy Chief Judge.
5. Serial/Engine/VIN number is extremely important on Primary Class high point vehicles. Team Captain: Please check
serial number against the listing on the Judging Form when possible. If anything is Questionable about the number
and the vehicle is a potential first place winner, please contact Meet, National or a Deputy Chief Judge.
6. Check with Chief Tabulator before disbanding the team in case there are any Judging Form problems. Also desirable
to let the Meet Chief Judge know the team is finished.
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XIII. MEET CHIEF JUDGE
Duties include:
1. Study the procedures in the Directory and the Judging Manual and, if possible, the Grand National Manual (issued to
the G.N. Chairman).
2. Work with the Registrar - check Senior Vehicles to insure that they are CLC Senior, Senior Wreath, or Senior Crown
(see Senior Car list in Directory). If possible check “VIN” numbers on Primary and Touring vehicles to be sure the
“prefix” is appropriate for the year and model. Keep National Chief Judge apprised of registration status.
3. Touring Division Vehicles, arrange for a copy of the “Touring Division Entrants” information to be sent with the
registration confirmation. An alternative is a notice referring the entrant to the “Touring Division Entrant”
information and the max 92 point rule contained in the “Procedures Governing The Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand
National” in the Directory.
4. If some vehicles will be indoors, determine if they can be started and run briefly for judging. If not, then place display
only vehicles in the building. Another option is to have one team of good judges perform all the operating
requirements outdoors prior to the vehicles entering the building (same or prior days). Discuss this with the National
Chief Judge well beforehand to determine the best way to handle the situation.
5. Arrange for a location for the Tabulators and the Scantron equipment that is convenient to the Judging Field (must
have power available to operate the equipment). A trailer or motor home will work or a room in a c1ose-by building.
It is a good idea to have 3 or 4 adding machines (tape printout) available as a back-up. See TABULATION XVII.
6. Work with the National Chief Judge, and with the Deputy Chief Judge and Grounds Marshall for the meet, as
needed on the following:
a. Provide information on the Judges meeting time, room name, number and location. A breakfast for
the Judges should be provided prior to the meeting. Size of room required will depend on the number of vehicles entered for judging. A general rule of thumb is one judge for every two vehicles judged plus up to ten other involved people {Tabulators, National Chief Judge, etc, and possibly the Runners.
b. Help with assignment of Judges for .the Judged Classes, Best of Show and Ansel Sackett ‘41 Award.
c. Trophies. Most trophies are provided by National (Cadillac is currently not sponsoring the vehicle
trophies). The National and Meet Chief Judges and the Awards Chairman have responsibility for
estimating the number of judged vehicle awards required. Other awards are the responsibility of the
Awards Committee.
d. Awards presentation - Who announces what? Usually divided up between the various “Chief Judges”,
but other announcer(s) may be used. Who presents trophies? Who records what vehicles did not have
a recipient present to receive the trophy? The presentation includes Class awards, Ansel Sackett
Award (‘41 Cadillac), Best of Show and Preservation Awards. The Past Presidents’ determine and announce which Preservation Vehicles are winners.
e. Trophies - unclaimed ones - someone to record to whom they were awarded. Who will ship them to the entrants? The unused trophies are usually shipped to the Club’s Office Managers.
f. Completed Judging forms - National Chief Judge usually takes these and answers requests for a Judging Results. Meet Chief Judge may need to ship them to him.
XIV. GROUNDS MARSHALL
Works closely with the National and Meet Chief Judges and the Registrar. Duties are outlined in the Grand National
Reference Manual.
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XV. SUGGESTED TRAINING PROCEDURES
Regions that hold training sessions for CLC judging are urged to follow the procedures outlined below for a consistent
approach to our CLC training courses countrywide. Regions are encouraged to make suggestions for improving the
process to help develop a better training system. Please inform the National or Deputy Chief Judges so we may consider
your ideas for future issues of the Manual.
1. Location for the judging training class(es).
a. Central location for maximum participation.
b. Good lighting, comfort controls and ventilation
c. Quiet, without distractions.
2. When to hold the session(s) :
a. Complete the classes four to eight weeks before the Grand National. If held later, it may take second priority to preparing a Vehicle for the meet. If held too early, it may result in diminished retention.
b. Choose a day and time when most candidates are free. Also see XVI below for attendance of a Deputy Chief Judge or National Chief Judge. A Region may hold Training Class(es) whenever they desire, but if they are not hosting a Grand National, a National Chief or Deputy Chief Judge may not be available.
3. Plan light refreshments at break time
4. Have copies of the Judging Manual available for participants. Obtain a copy of the judging DVD from National for use in the training session.
5. Record the names of all participants and send the information to the National Chief Judge (for record keeping).
6. Optional part of the program (or a separate session). Include information on preparing a vehicle for Judging. Then promote the idea that the training session (or the separate session) will provide information that will help
the member prepare his/her vehicle for judging. This should increase attendance and interest on the part of
the participants.
XVI. TRAINING SUGGESTIONS
This Judging Manual will serve as the base or foundation of the course. Note: No negative references, comments or
discussions regarding any member’s vehicle shall occur at any training session without the owner’s permission. If the
event is prior to a Grand National, the National Chief Judge and/or Deputy Chief Judge must be invited to attend,
and if there, will be the major presenter of the information. There will be a Judging DVD as
part of the presentation.
1. Other visual aids will go a long way to illustrate the various standards and point values and might include samples of painted metal panels illustrating paint finishing conditions and defects.
2. Photographs or slides of car parts, special features, and physical and aesthetic conditions for comparison are very helpful. One picture is worth a thousand words!
3. The technique of using one or more vehicles judged by all interested attendees followed by a review and comparison of the judging results is an excellent way to get hands-on training. If two vehicles are used, it is suggested that one be a high point car and the other be one that would score in the 80’s. Also they should be of different vintage. This will give the participants a wider range of experience.
4. The quality of the instruction creates an important incentive for members to attend the training courses and also influences the quality of judging knowledge acquired. A local technician can add to the CLC Chief or Deputy Judges’ presentation of the judging DVD. Developing a brief outline for the meeting would be a good idea. Allocate a specific time for each topic.
XVII. TABULATION
1. Tabulation Room Required. The closer to the show field the better. It may be a motor home or trailer on the field. If so, it must have 120 volt power available for the equipment.
2. Scantron Judging Form. The forms and equipment are furnished by National along with some, or all, of the
personnel. There may be one or two additional Tabulators needed. In case of equipment failure, there should be some adding machines available (printing type) and some personnel who have agreed to manually tabulate should the need arise. The number required depends on the quantity of vehicles to be judged. The Chief Tabulator provided by National will be familiar with the required procedures.
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A reduced size copy of the Scantron form is enclosed in the back of this Manual and in the National Directory.
Copies of this could be used at a local meet if desired. Must be manually tabulated.
XVIII. RUNNERS
1. The number of runners required has two variables.
a . The number of vehicles to be judged
b. The distance from the vehicles to the tabulating room.
2. Runners suggested.
a. Up to 100 vehicles = 3 runners
b. Each additional 35 vehicles I = 1 runner
3. Runners may be almost any age including teenagers (younger or older). A Chief runner is suggested to assist the r unners. A means of identifying the runners is needed. A name tag, badge, cap or ?
4. Runners should look for Categories without an entry and for missing Judges name and signature before
taking them to tabulation. Incomplete forms have to be returned to the appropriate judging team.
5. The runners should wait at tabulating for the forms to be processed. They will be informed that all is well, or the f orms will be returned to them to take back to the judge whose name is on the form for correction.
A LIST OF SUGGESTED DEDUCTIONS FOLLOWS IN PART II
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PART II
JUDGING · RECOMMENDED DEDUCTIONS BY CATEGORY
REMINDERS:
1. No deductions for damage sustained while vehicle was en route to, or at the meet.
2. Equal time should be spent judging each vehicle in a given Class.
3. The point deductions listed are suggested, the judge may enter a different amount if he feels justified.
Note Categories 1, 41, 42, 43 (if applicable) are a Fixed Amount, not variable.
CATEGORIES:
1. SENIOR
BADGE, WREATH, CROWN If applicable. (Ask the exhibitor if you don’t see it/them.)
Missing or not visible (any or all) 2. ENGINE,
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START, IDLE, SMOKE & NOISE GAS AND OIL LEAKS
Will Not Start (but has correct engine)
Slow or Difficult To Start Accessory Electric pump required for starting and/or operation Rough, Ragged and Poor Idle Poor Acceleration -- Coughs or Hesitates Missing On One or More Cylinders
Light Slapping or Rapping Sounds Under Acceleration Heavy and Obvious Knocking , When Revved
Low Oil Pressure at Speed Inoperative Generator/Alternator
Valve Noises
Excessive smoke
-4
-2
-2
-2
-1
-3
-1
-3
-3
-2
-1
-1 to -2
3. WIPERS OPERATION AND APPEARANCE (INCLUDING WASHER) WITHOUT PLATING
Note: Exhibitor may wet and/or protect windshield during wiper operation.
Rear Window Wiper Inoperative -2
Wiper on Driver’s Side Inoperative -3
Wiper on Passenger’s Side Inoperative -2
Both sides inoperative, but everything is there -4
Wipes Slowly or Hesitantly -2
Motor Missing -5
Arm or Blade Missing Driver -2, Pass or Rear, -1 ea., max -4
Washer not Working (Front, Rear,) -2 ea
Washer Works, but only One Side or very Weak
-1 ea
Wiper Blades in Poor Condition -1 ea
Appearance (w/o plating)
-1 ea
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4. HORNS - OPERATION AND APPEARANCE WITHOUT PLATING
Horn Fails to Sound
Horn Sounds promptly, but not loud enough for adequate warning
Horn Button has to be depressed several times to sound
One Horn Silent on Vehicle with Two or More Horns
Horns Sound loudly, but are out of adjustment
Appearance (w/o plating)
-4
-3
-2
-2
-1
-1 ea.
5. LIGHTS - BRAKE, TURN SIGNALS, EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES, ETC.,
OPERATION & APPEARANCE WITHOUT PLATING
Brake Lights Inoperative
Backup Lights inoperative (Accessory or Std. Equipt.)
Turn Signal Light Inoperative
Turn Signals Inoperative or Faulty Driving or Fog Light Inoperative
Engine Compartment Light
Accessory Lights Inoperative
Broken Lens
Dull Reflector
Dimly Lit
Appearance (w/o plating)
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-3 max.
-1 ea.
-1
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea. max. -4
6. LIGHTS - HEAD, TAIL, LICENSE AND PARK - OPERATION AND APPEARANCE
WITHOUT PLATING
Sealed beam lights if not so equipped originally. Deduct under Exterior Authenticity Category #39
Any one element – high, low beam or tail light
-1 ea.
License Plate Light Inoperative
-1 ea.
Parking Lights
-1 ea.
Side Marker lights inoperative -1 ea.
Emergency Flashers inoperative -2
Dimly Lit Head, Tail, License
-1 ea.
Broken Lens
-1 ea.
Dull Reflector or chrome reflector
-1 ea.
Chrome reflector - pre-sealed beam
-1 ea.
Appearance (w/o plating)
-1 ea max. -4
7. BRAKES MAIN AND PARK OPERATION (Including Booster-if possible)
Note: Do not check auto release of Parking Brake
No Pedal - goes to floor Excessive Pedal Travel (More than 2/3 Travel when Pushed Hard)
Excessive Parking Brake Travel (2/3 or More Travel)
No Parking Brake
Pedal or Parking Brake Fails to Return (Slow Return O.K.)
Parking Brake Fails to Latch
Brake Pedal Drags or Squeaks
Power Booster not Operating
12
-5
-3
-2
-3
-1
-1
-1
-2
8. LIGHTS - INTERIOR AND INSTRUMENT OPERATION
INCLUDING PLATING (or colored or whatever on newer cars)
& APPEARANCE
Any One Light Inoperative Broken/cracked Lens Appearance (including plating)
Maximum deduction for interior light non-operation
Maximum deduction for instrument light non-operation 9. INSTRUMENTS OPERATION
(or colored whatever on later vehicles)
Inoperative Engine Instruments
Instrument Faces
Appearance (including plating) -1
-1
-1
-3
-3
AND APPEARANCE INCLUDING PLATING
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
Note: Do not check speedometer (no operation deduction)
10. CLOCKS, RADIOS, CD, ETC. POWER ANTENNA--OPERATION
INCLUDING PLATING (or colored or whatever on newer vehicles)
Clocks Inoperative
Radio(s) System Inoperative
Power Antenna Inoperative
Appearance (including plating)
CD & DVD systems inoperative AND APPEARANCE
-1 ea.
-2
-1
-1
-2
11. LIGHTERS, HEATERS, AIR CONDITIONING, INTERCOM AND ACCESSORIES
OPERATION AND APPEARANCE INCLUDING PLATING (or colored or whatever on newer vehicles)
Missing Cigar Lighters All Lighters must be present (BUT NOT OPERATED OR TESTED).
Inoperative Heater System
Inoperative Air Conditioning System Miscellaneous Interior Accessories not operating
Poor General Appearance - any of above
Exterior Mirrors (no operation check)
Plating of any of the above
-1
-1 ea.
-2
-2
-1 ea.
-1
-1
-1
12. WINDOWS, CONVERTIBLE TOP, POWER SEATS, DOOR LOCKS OPERATION ONLY
Inoperative Window Mechanism
Inoperative Power Top Mechanism Inoperative Manual Top Mechanism
Power seat(s) operation
Power Door Locks
-1 ea.
-3
-2
-1 to -2
-1 ea.
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13. COOLING SYSTEM - OPERATION AND APPEARANCE
NOTE: RADIATOR CAP IS NOT TO BE REMOVED (Potential Hazard)
Evidence of Rusty Or Dirty Water
Evidence of Overheating or Clogged Radiator
Poor condition and/or leaking overflow tank Cracked or Deteriorated Hose
Leaking Water Pump
Leaking Water Connections Leaking Radiator
Rusty or Deteriorated Hose Clamps Noisy operation
Shutter operation -1
-2
-1
-1
-1 to -2
-1
-1 to -2
-1
-1
-2
14. ENGINE INCLUDING MANIFOLDS - LEAKS AND APPEARANCE
INCLUDING PLATING AND PAINTING
Non-authentic air conditioning, power steering, wrong year engine, etc. are deducted under Authenticity
Category #20. An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate (deduct in this Category).
Cracked/Missing Porcelain on Exhaust Manifold
-1
Exhaust Manifold Leak
-1
Minor Oil Leaks
-1
Major Oil Leaks
-3
Gasoline Leak
-3
Water leaks - deduct in Cat. #13 Cooling System
15. ENGINE ROOM AND SPLASH
Sheet Metal Condition
Extra Holes in Firewall.
Chipped, Cracked or Faded Paint Poor Plating
Rust or Corrosion Dirt, Oil and Grease Accumulation
Splash Pans Missing
Splash Pan Dented, Rusted, etc.
PANS APPEARANCE INCLUDING PLATING
-1
-1 ea.
-1
-1
-1
-1 or -2
-2
-1
16. EXHAUST SYSTEM (EXCEPT MANIFOLDS)
Minor Muffler Leaks
Rusted Muffler with Audible Leak
Rusted or Leaking Tail Pipe
Noisy Exhaust, If Out of Keeping for Type of Vehicle
Polished Stainless Components (Unpolished - no deduction)
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-- LEAKS, NOISE AND APPEARANCE
-1 to -2
-3
-2
-1
-1
17. UNDERCARRIAGE
Chipped, Cracked Paint Rust Or Corrosion (Except Exhaust System) Accumulated Dirt and Mud
Missing or Torn Rubber or Leather Boots Where Applicable
Missing Spring Covers where Applicable
Damaged or slightly Modified Frame
Undercoating, original or neatly done Z bar, etc.
-1 to -3
-1 to -3
-1 to -2
-1
-1
-1 to -5
0
18. WIRING
Incorrect type of wires and harness covering, deduct under Exterior Authenticity Category #20. An
additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate (deduct in this Category).
Wiring Not Safely Installed
-2
Corroded Terminals
-1
Wires Installed Without Terminal ends
-1
Wiring Not Properly Supported Where Passing Through Metal Holes or
-2
Over Sharp Metal Edges
Cracked or Frayed Insulation
-3
Bare Wiring Showing -4
Loose wire ends
-2
NOTES: Wiring under the dash (if practical to check) can be checked by one judge and the information
conveyed to the other judges. No deduction for wire numbers left on new wiring under the dash.
19. AUTHENTICITY - ENGINE AND CHASSIS APPEARANCE
ALL DEDUCTIONS FOR AUTHENTICITY MUST BE DOCUMENTED ON THE JUDGING FORM
Team Captain must discuss with the Exhibitor. No deductions unless judge is absolutely sure.
The Vehicle and the Exhibitor are always given the benefit of any doubt. See Authenticity Notes page 7.
Painted or Porcelained Manifolds where originally bare
Manifolds not Porcelained when they should be
Wrong color or texture on components
Wrong Engine basic color Polished Stainless Exhaust components
Miscellaneous Appearance Calls
Incorrect use of plating
-1
-1
-1
-3
-1
-1
-1 ea.
NOTE: Following Category #43 and comments on the Form (Pg 23) there are introduction dates
for various items. Deduction(s) may be warranted in Category #19, #20 and #39, #40.
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20. AUTHENTICITY - ENGINE AND CHASSIS - COMPONENTS
Including Wiring. SAME REQUIREMENTS AS IN CATEGORY #19 ABOVE
Wrong year engine, Same series (Basically the same)
Wrong series (Major design diff.)
Wrong components incl. speed equipment, Air Cond.Components, etc
Flexible exhaust pipe if not original equipment
Brake Booster if not originally offered
Universal Type Convoluted Radiator Hoses
Wrong Voltage Battery
Battery Case design/material of wrong era
Hose Clamps not of the era
The Following Apply to Earlier Vehicles as appropriate:
Power Steering
Air Conditioning
Modern Plastic Wire or Plastic Insulated Crimp-on Connectors
-1 to -3
-5
-1 to -5
-2
-1 to -4
-2
-3
-2
-2
-3 to -5
-3 to -5
-2
21. INTERIOR TRIM, HARDWARE AND WINDOW FRAMES
INCLUDING APPEARANCE AND PLATING (or colored or whatever on newer cars)
Wood Trim Wood Graining Painted surfaces
Hardware
Plating Interior Mirrors
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1
22. DASH, STEERING WHEEL AND PEDALS - APPEARANCE
Damaged Finish on Dashboard/dashboard pad
Plating on Dashboard items
Control Knobs or Handles Defaced or Missing; Must Match
Steering Wheel Assembly
Pedal Pads, or Pedals Themselves
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1
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23. UPHOLSTERY -- SEATS INCLUDING RUMBLE SEAT CUSHIONS,
FLOOR COVERING AND SILL PLATES – APPEARANCE
INCLUDING PLATING Deduction for use of incorrect era material. Deduct under
Authenticity Category #40 An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate (deduct in this Category).
Scuffing of Leather
Dye Worn Off of Leather
Worn Material, Cuts or Tears
Buttons Missing
Moth Holes and Stains Crooked or Poorly Sewn Seams or, sewn designs (unless original)
Slip-On Seat Covers (Opaque)
Clear Slip-On Seat Covers
Door Sill Plate Condition
Crooked or Poorly sewn seams or edge trim (unless original)
Cuts or Tears Unfinished Carpet Edge
Moth Holes and Stains
-2
-1
-1
-1 to -3
-1
-1 to -3
-2
-4
-2
-1 ea.
-2
-1 to -2
-2
-1 to -2
24. UPHOLSTERY -- SIDES, HEADLINER, INSIDE OF CONVERTIBLE TOP, TOP WELL
AND INTERIOR OF RUMBLE SEAT AREA W/O SEAT CUSHIONS - APPEARANCE
Deduction for use of incorrect era material, deduct under Authenticity Category #40.
An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate (deduct in this Category).
Scuffing of Leather
Dye Worn off of Leather
Worn Material, Cuts or Tears
Buttons Missing
Moth Holes and Stains
Crooked or Poorly Sewn Seams Inside of Convertible Top
Top bows and Mechanism
Interior of Top well
Interior of Rumble Seat Compartment -1
-1
-1 to -2
-1
-1 to -2
-1
-1 to -2
-2
-1
-1 to -2
25. TRUNK
Lining very bad or missing
Lining tired and/or dirty Trunk Release inoperative inside or key fob
Automatic pull-down inoperative
Auto raise and lower (full or partial) -4
-1 to -3
-1
-1
-1
26. WEATHERSTRIPPING, WELTING, RUBBER, AND RUNNING BOARD
COVER - APPEARANCE
Weather stripping
Welting
Running Board Cover Material
-1 to -2
-1 to -2
-1 to -2
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27. GLASS AND/OR SIDE CURTAINS, TOP BOOT
VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO A FIVE POINT DEDUCTION IF ALL OF THE EXTERIOR GLASS IS NOT
SAFETY GLASS. EXCEPTIONS: See notes at bottom of this Category.
Tinted Glass (E-Z eye glass) was first offered on the 1952 Models. Synthetic Material to Replace Fabric
Portion of Side Curtains. Deduct under Exterior Authenticity Category #39.
Non-Safety exterior glass, see exceptions -1 per window. -3 for windshield
Minor Cracks Or Chips
-1
Large Crack
-2 to -3
Discolored
-2
Torn Or Stained Side Curtains -2
Missing Side Curtain -2
Side Curtains All Missing -3
Top Boot Missing (if Std. equipment)
-2
Top Boot in Poor Condition -1
NOTE: The vehicle should have safety glass in all windows including windshield, side vent and rear
windows. Safety glass is normally of two types: laminated or tempered.
EXCEPTIONS: Interior glass and beveled rear window and wind wing glass need not be safety glass if
not so originally equipped. Note: A very original car with original non-safety glass may be judged and
not receive a deduction for non-safety glass. Replacement glass should be safety glass, preferably with
identification “bugs”.
28. METAL ROOF, CONVERTIBLE TOP, ETC. BELT LINE UP
Includes Condition of Trim, Paint, Sheet Metal, Convertible Top, Padded Top, Insert Top, Town Car Top, etc.
Deduction for use of materials significantly different from what were used originally. Deduct under
Authenticity Category #39 -2. An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate
(deduct in this Category).
Stains
-1 to -3
Cuts, Tears or Chipping -1 to -2
Sags or Wrinkles Not Consistent with Usage
-1 to -3
Missing Top for Driver’s Compartment of Town Car
-2
Paint Condition Problems
-1
Sheet Metal Condition
-1
29. PAINT - FENDERS, HOOD, AND RELATED PANELS
Scratches or Chips
-1 to -2
Orange Peel (unless original)
-2
Fading -1 to -2
Rubbed Through
-1 to -3
Lack of Color Uniformity -1 to -3
Checking or Cracking -1 to -2
Defects in Application of Paint
-1 to -2
Metallic paint prior to 1936 Models (unless SO)
-1 to -2
Heavy (large) Metallic prior to 1953 -1 to -2
NOTES:
1. No deductions for choice of color (of the era), even though improper colors and color schemes
are discouraged.
2. Opalescence (light metallic) paint was first shown on vehicles manufactured after November, 1927.
Cadillac did not use it for standard colors until the 1936 models. GM offered a number of opalescence
colors for the 1937 automobiles including Chevrolet and Pontiac.
NOTE: NO DEDUCTIONS FOR DAMAGE SUSTAINED WHILE VEHICLE WAS EN ROUTE TO, OR AT THE MEET.
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30. SHEET METAL CONDITION
Dents
Rust - Light Surface
Rust - Penetrating
Metal Cracks
Wavy Panels
Rotted or Broken Wood Members
31. FIT , FENDERS, HOOD,
Fit, Hood to Cowl
Gap, Grille to Hood and Fenders Fit, Hood Doors - FENDERS, HOOD, AND RELATED PANELS
-1 to -3
-1
-2
-1 to -3
-1 to -3
-2
AND RELATED PANELS
-1 to -3
-1 to -3
-1 to -3
32. PLATING -- FORWARD OF COWL (EXCEPT WHEELS)
AND
33. PLATING -- BALANCE OF EXTERIOR (EXCEPT WHEELS)
NOTE: On newer vehicles the plating Categories include the “paint” or whatever on those items such as
bumpers and grille, etc. that were plated on earlier model vehicles.
Scratched, Pitted Or Peeling -1 to -2
Rusted -1 to -2
Blistered
-1 to -2
Worn Through
-1 to -2
Nickel Showing In Concave Area
-1 to -3
34. PAINT -- BODY, DOORS,
Scratches or Chips
Orange Peel (unless original)
Fading
Rubbed Through
Lack of Color Uniformity
Checking or Cracking
Defects in Application of Paint RUNNING BOARDS AND DECK LID, ETC. EXCEPT ROOF
-1 to -2
-2
-1 to -2
-3
-1
-1 to -2
-1 to -2
NOTES:
1. No deductions for choice of color (of the era) see Category #29 Notes above.
2. Opalescence (light metallic on earlier vehicles) see Category #29 Notes above)
NOTE: NO DEDUCTIONS FOR DAMAGE SUSTAINED WHILE VEHICLE WAS EN ROUTE TO, OR
AT THE MEET.
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35. SHEET METAL CONDITION
BODY, DOORS, RUNNING BOARDS, AND DECK LID
Dents
Rust - Light Surface
Rust - Penetrating
Metal Cracks
Wavy Panels
Rotted or Broken Wood Members
Running Boards
36. FIT -- DOORS AND DECKLID (RUMBLE
Includes all exterior doors except hood doors
Gap, doors to body (too wide or too narrow)
Doors drop when opened
Doors in/out
Uneven Gap
Lid in/out
Hood
-1 to -2
-2
-3
-1 to -2
-1 to -3
-2
-1 to -2
AND TRUNK)
37. WHEELS
Including Paint, Plating and Hubcaps (But Not Tires)
Paint Chipped, Scratched, etc
Plating of Wheel Itself (if applicable)
Wheel scraped or gouged, etc
Plating and Condition of Hubcap
Emblem Condition 38. TIRES -- CONDITION AND APPEARANCE
Radial and Truck tires (if incorrect) deduct under Category #39. Ea = per tire
Excellent tires, more than 50% tread left
Heavy Tread Wear but Tread left 1/8” or more
Less than 1/16” Cupping or Uneven Wear
Hairline Cracks or Small Nonhazardous Cut Serious Cuts, Lumps, Bumps or Blisters or Cord showing Breaks in Tread Grooves (but not in the cord)
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1
-1
-2
-1
-2
-1
-1
No deduction
-1 ea.
-2 ea., -5 max
-2 ea.
-1 ea.
-5
-2 ea.
NOTES:
1. No deductions for blackwalls or whitewalls or the aesthetic appearance per se.
2. No deductions in this Category for wrong size, mixed brands, designs or color. See Authenticity
3. Judge all exposed tires including uncovered and in trunk spares.
4. “Rubber” or metal valve stems may be used. However, all 5 (or 6) wheels should have the same type.
If not, deduct under Authenticity Category #39.
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39. DEGREE OF AUTHENTICITY OF RESTORA TION -- EXTERIOR
Including Lights and Tire Size
ALL DEDUCTIONS FOR AUTHENTICITY MUST BE DOCUMENTED ON THE JUDGING FORM
Team Captain must discuss with the Exhibitor. No deductions unless judge is absolutely sure. The Vehicle and
the Exhibitor are always given the benefit of any doubt. See Authenticity Comments on page 7. A Partial List
of Authenticity items follows, and a partial List of Introduction Dates is on page 23.
Sealed Beam Headlights, (Not Factory Equipment Pre 1940)
Sealed Beam Aiming Pads(first used – 1956 cars)
Directional Signals if not Factory Equipment Modern or Commercial in Design
Wrong Type of Head, Park, Tail, etc., Light Lenses Modern Synthetic Material on earlier Convertible Tops (unless same as original) Incorrect rear window, or installation of it
Note: An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate.
Tinted Glass if not factory equipped
Plastic Material to Replace Fabric in Side Curtains
Improper Accessory (newer than the car)
Overp1ating
Miscellaneous Appearance Calls
Truck Tire
Radial Tires prior to 1972. See intro dates page 23. If correct size and appropriate
appearance for the era, than a deduction may not be appropriate.
Tire Size Incorrect, including mismatched sizes (unless correct for the vehicle)
Tire Size - later replacement size
Tire - Mixed Brands
Mismatched Tube Stems
Valve Stem caps wrong (Plastic prior to 1953)
Whitewalls – single, double
Whitewall width – if width looks ok Blackwalls OK most cars. Some E1do’s - whitewalls standard.
Tread pattern, almost any OK
Wheels – Wrong diameter or type (example – Wire when not available)
-2
-1
-2
-1
-2
-2
-2
-2
-1 to -2 ea.
-1 ea.
-1 ea.
-3
-3
-2 to -4
-2
-2
-1
-1
No deduction
No deduction
-1 to -4
NOTES: (Authenticity Manuals have additional information).
1. No deductions unless judge is absolutely sure. The Vehicle and the Exhibitor are always given the
benefit of any doubt. Authenticity Manuals have additional info.
2. See next page for introduction dates for various items. Deduction(s) may be warranted in
Category #19, 20, 39, and #40.
40. DEGREE OF AUTHENTICITY OF RESTORATION -- INTERIOR
ALL DEDUCTIONS FOR AUTHENTICITY MUST BE DOCUMENTED ON THE JUDGING
FORM Team Captain must discuss with the Exhibitor. No deductions unless judge is absolutely sure.
The Vehicle and the Exhibitor are always given the benefit of any doubt. See Authenticity note page 7.
Synthetic Materials Used for Upholstery Including Carpets (Older cars and in place of leather)
Note: An additional deduction for appearance may be appropriate.
-2
Improper Accessory or Instrument
-1
Overplating -1
Lack of Woodgraining or significantly incorrect grain
-1 to -3 max
Miscellaneous Appearance Calls
-1
Dash Pad incorrect
-2
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NOTES: (Authenticity Manuals have additional information).
1. No deductions unless judge is absolutely sure. The Vehicle and the Exhibitor are always given the benefit
of any. doubt.
2. No deduction will be made when chrome is substituted for nickel, but such substitution is not
recommended.
3. Synthetic Materials for Upholstery (Including Carpets). Materials such as Naugahyde, vinyl, nylon, and
similar upholstery materials were not available, or normally used by Cadillac in the pre-50 era. NOTE:
Imitation leather was used on some vehicles, often for rumble seats.
41., 42. & 43. MANDATORY DEDUCTIONS
These three mandatory deductions of twenty two (22) points each are for vehicles with one or more of these
problems. This results in an eleven (11) point deduction in the final score. These are serious items that are not in
keeping with the CLC Constitution and goals of the Club. This deduction will prevent a vehicle from attaining a
Primary First Place and a Senior Badge. Additional deductions may be taken in other appropriate categories.
If you have a vehicle that you feel warrants one of these deductions, be sure one or more, of the following
are notified immediately: National Chief Judge, a Deputy Chief Judge, or the Meet Chief Judge. At least two
of them will evaluate the situation and make a decision. The owner may wish to apply to the vehicle review
committee if he disagrees with the evaluation of his vehicle. Documentation supporting the owner’s position
should be provided. The committee’s decision will be made shortly after the meet, and if appropriate, the results
printed in the Self-Starter.
41. INCORRECT ENGINE DESIGN/SERIES -22
This refers to basic engine design, NOT necessarily a year difference. A ‘49 engine (Overhead valve engine) in a
‘48 (flat head engine) would receive the deduction. A Northstar engine in a series that originally did not have a
Northstar would receive the deduction. A change to an engine with a different displacement that is otherwise
basically the same would not, nor would a change to a ’53 Eldorado manifold in a ’50 vehicle. They would
receive a smaller deduction under Authenticity (Category #20).
42. WRONG CHASSIS DESIGN/SERIES -22
A ‘41 Body, Fenders, etc. on a ‘79 chassis would receive this deduction. Reason – the chassis are
totally different.
A ‘71 Calais body on a ‘73 de Ville chassis would not, but it may receive a deduction in one of the four
Authenticity Categories. Reason – These chassis’ are essentially the same and the frames have the same exact
part number.
43. NON-AUTHENTIC BODY. -22
A newly constructed, modified body, or production body from another make of automobile, that does not match
the body originally on that specific chassis would receive this deduction as would a 53 Convertible made into a
‘53 Eldorado Convertible. Examples of changes that would NOT receive the 22 point deduction follow: A major
restoration job, without modifications, on an original body, or a new body that exactly matches the body that
originally was on that specific chassis (and made of original type materials) would not receive this deduction.
New bodies, or redesigned/reconstructed bodies made by legitimate coach (body) builders done in close
proximity to the time the chassis was built would not receive this deduction. Professional cars/hearses etc.,
convertibles made from Eldorado Coupes by firms such as American Sunroof Co., Custom bodies by LeBaron,
etc. Summer and winter bodies made for the same chassis and custom bodies removed from an older vehicle to a
newly purchased chassis (wealthy people did this prior to the ‘40’s).
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BOTTOM PORTION OF THE FORM
Make sure all Authenticity deductions are noted on the Judging Form, either in the specific
Authenticity Category, the bottom of the page, or on the back of the form.
Please print the word “OVER” on the front when using the back side
Note: Please use the space on the front side of the form first when possible.
Judges: Remember to Print and Sign your name.
Team Captains: Be sure to check all Authenticity deductions. Discuss the item(s) with the Exhibitor
and report back to the Judge. Initial in the box on the front of the form if there are any deductions;
also initial on the reverse side if any items are listed there.
Initialing only indicates that you discussed the item(s) with the exhibitor, not that you agree or disagree.
PARTIAL LIST OF INTRODUCTION DATES (MODEL YEAR)
Deductions for earlier use (unless it’s not warranted)
Battery Side terminal, Eldorado only 1971 (with filler caps). Most series for ’72,
Sealed – side terminal for all ‘73’s (no caps).
Belts “Cog” type vee belts also available 1930 (or prior)
Bolts and Screws
Modern hardness markings - 1949 (earlier era markings ok)
Metric fasteners, limited usage per July 1976 SMB (for ‘71’s)
Screws, Phillips head - 1936 (very minor use).
Boots, Spark plug – Oct. 1950 “mid year”
Cable, Battery –Spring type post clamp. Test lot Mar on ’60 Eldos. Feb ’62 SMB use on all series as soon as bolt
style is exhausted.
Chrome plating - 1929
(but no deduction for use in place of nickel)
Clamps, Hose Spring type - 1949 on heater hose
Note: R.A. LeCoque’s ‘47, a very original sedan, had spring clamps on the original heater hoses.
Glass, E-Z eye tinted – 1952
Headlights, Sealed beam,- 1940
(Different makes were used by Cadillac)
Headlight aiming bosses - 1956
(Early T3s did not have aiming bosses)
Hood Insulation Pad - 1953
Paint, Opalescence (light metallic) paint was first shown on custom vehicles manufactured after November 1927,
Cadillac did not use it for production colors until the 1936 automobiles. Heavy metallic appeared Firefrost 1963, Firemist 1964
Tires -Tubeless - 1955
Tires, Radial - Cadillac 1st offered them as an option for 1972 model year (68169 60S, Eldos). More styles 1973 up.
Metric Radials1st year ’79 Eldo only.
Tops. ‘54 Eldo had an Orlan Top, ‘54-62 series Conv. had Rayon and Cotton Top.
Early 1954 Convertibles had wind wings, not vent windows.
Trunk Pull Down - Various types optional or standard in earlier years and standard equipment later. Electrical ‘ 55 61, Mechanical ‘ 62- 73 (Vacuum release), Electrical ‘72 up.
57 -58 Eldo Broughams had electric jack screw for full up & down operation.
Allante’s “pull down” varies by year.
Valve stem caps. Black “plastic” caps – 1953 (earliest use found). Notched metal type (for removing cores)
available as early as 1925 and still available (but not factory after 1953).
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PART III
JUDGING PROCEDURES GOVERNING THE
CADILLAC & LASALLE CLUB GRAND NATIONAL MEET
Procedures revision March 20, 2013. See later CLC Directories for possible later editions/updates
The latest rules and procedures shall be followed at all Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meets to ensure
uniformity and continuity. Their unofficial use is optional at other meets but First Place winners will not
advance in any Division. If contesting judging results, only the rules in effect at the time of judging apply.
I . GENERAL
Entrants must be National members in good standing of the Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc. to participate in the
Grand National Meet and receive awards. The CLC membership number will be listed on the judging sheet and
windshield card. Late entries may display their vehicles, space permitting, but they will not be judged (see II A
Registration below).
The number of cars allowed to participate and to be judged at a Grand National Meet may be limited by the
Host Region with the approval of the National Board.
A. Philosophy. All vehicles in whatever state of repair, are encouraged to be shown, but only vehicles that are
safe to drive shall be driven to, or on the meet grounds. No one need be embarrassed about the condition of his or her vehicle. Various divisions and classes are designed to provide a respected place of recognition
for every Cadillac or LaSalle within the confines of these stated objectives.
B. Fairness. Judging will be impartial, fair and professional. Every effort will be made to utilize
knowledgeable and interested teams of judges. No judge should judge a class in which he/she has a vehicle ntered for judging, or when it includes a vehicle upon which he/she may have performed major restoration or repair work. In an extreme situation with a three judge team, he/she must refrain from judging said car(s). Judges must belong to the CLC, or they must be approved by the National Chief Judge, a Deputy Chief Judge, or the CLC President.
C. Divisions and Classes. Judging of vehicles is designed to further the enjoyment of the hobby. The
preservation, maintenance and restoration of all Cadillacs and LaSalles are encouraged. Modifications, nonauthentic customizing or a deliberate effort to deface the original condition of a Cadillac or LaSalle are not within the original purposes and objectives of the Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc. and such vehicles are encouraged to be exhibited in the Modified Division (non-judged).
1. Classes may be combined and/or divided as deemed appropriate by the National Chief Judge or
Deputy[ies] if the Chief Judge is not readily available.
2. The class for a Station Wagon will be decided by the chassis (commercial vs. passenger).
D. Vehicle Serial Number (Vin #). The VIN # is required for the Club’s National’s records to keep track of
vehicles that have moved up a Division (e.g. Senior etc). Note: This must be the number that Cadillac used
to identify the vehicle. In earlier years this would be the engine number. If the original engine has been
replaced, please provide the frame number as well as the current engine number (and the original engine
number if available) , the body style and body number, etc. and include a note stating it is a frame number
or whatever number it is.
II. OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Registration. Owners must register Vehicles to be judged at least two weeks prior to the show. The host
region may set a reasonable earlier deadline with National’s agreement. If a class is not specified and
clarification cannot be made, the registrar will enter the vehicle in the Primary Division.
B. All Award Winners in All Judged Divisions and Classes. All potential award winners should pick up
their plaques and/or trophies at the Awards Banquet. If a potential winner cannot be present, he or she
should fill out a G.N. Award Pick-Up Form and give it to someone who can pick up the possible award for him or her. Shipment of an award is subject to a nominal fee.
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C. Departure Form - All judged vehicles must turn in their form when leaving the field. Departure PRIOR to
the designated end of the meet (4:00 pm unless otherwise specified) without prior approval of a chief or
deputy Judge, or the non-submittal of this form may result in disqualification.. Also the vehicle may not be
eligible for any special awards.
Note: At some Grand Nationals it may not be practical to implement this requirement. Decision to be made
by the meet and National Chief Judges and the “Grounds Marshal” for the event.
III. JUDGING
Grand National Meet judging will be conducted by the host Region and National judging personnel. National
judging forms, procedures and rules shall be used to provide continuity and uniform standards. The National Chief
Judge and/or the National Deputy Chief Judge(s} will be available to help the host region with judging matters and
shall be the final authority.
A. Judges Position/status. There are Four levels of judges based upon knowledge and judging experience.
They are Apprentice, Judge (pin), Senior Judge (badge), and Master Judge (numbered badge). More
information is contained in the Judging Manual.
B. Vehicle Eligibility. To be judged, vehicles must be 1999 Model year or older and owned by a CLC
member (either in personal name or business name). They may be shown by a non-member. Newer
vehicles are welcome for exhibition. All eligible vehicles shall be judged on their own merits within
assigned classes. There will be no cursory prejudging.
C. Mandatory Rulings.
1. Disqualification. A car will be disqualified from competition if:
i. A U.L. approved Fire Extinguisher is NOT with the vehicle or
ii. An engine never used by Cadillac or LaSalle is installed in the vehicle.
2. Deductions. An incorrect engine design, chassis or a non-authentic body will result in a deduction
of twenty-two (22) points. This results in an eleven (11) point deduction from the final score.
Additional deductions may be appropriate in other categories. The owner of a vehicle may apply
to the Vehicle Review Committee for a ruling on said specific vehicle.
D. Authenticity Deductions. All deductions for authenticity must be identified on the judging form. The
team Captain must discuss these with owner or exhibitor and then initial in the “initials box”. If the
exhibitor has Cadillac printed proof that the item is authentic, the Captain must request the Judge to remove
the deduction. In case of reasonable doubt, the opinion of the owner shall prevail.
E. Fractional point deductions. Fractional point deductions are NOT allowed.
F. Safety Items. Safety items such as seat belts, and battery disconnect switches installed in a workman like
manner will receive No Deduction.
G. Judging Results. Actual scores are NOT announced at the Awards Banquet or in The Self-Starter. Judging
results for a specific vehicle may be obtained by the owner or exhibitor by written request to the National
Chief Judge within (90) days of the meet. Request should include a self-addressed stamped envelope. A
synopsis of the judging results will be provided along with the final score and any pertinent notes that are
on the judging forms. After 90 days, the current owner of the vehicle may request a synopsis and include
payment of a $5.00 fee (payable to the Cadillac & LaSalle Club Inc.) and a self-addressed stamped
envelope. Send these items to the National Chief Judge. If the information is not available, the check will
be returned.
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All judging forms will be stored a minimum of four (4) years. A record of all first place Primary awards
shall be kept a minimum of seven (7) years by the National Chief Judge.
H. Tie Scores and Minimum Scores
1. Tie Scores. Duplicate awards* will be made. Vehicles in Primary and the three (3) Senior
Divisions scoring 98 points or higher or less than one point below the highest scoring vehicle
hall be considered TIED for first. All other ties must be exact ties. All winners must meet or
exceed the minimum score. Ties in First (or Second) do not eliminate or reduce the number of
lesser awards available.
2. Minimum Scores. Only the top scoring vehicles receive awards. Exceeding the minimum scores
listed in the various Divisions does not guarantee the winning of an award.
I. Score Averaging. If four (4) judges (the preferred number), the high and low scores will be eliminated and
the two middle scores averaged. If only three (3), or two (2) judges are used, all judges scores will be
averaged. Note: The use of only two judges is highly discouraged .
IV - NATIONAL JUDGING DIVISIONS & AWARDS
Judging Divisions of the Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc. shall consist of Touring, Primary and Senior, Senior
Wreath, and Senior Crown. In addition there is a modified Car Division that is not judged.
A. Touring Division. The purpose of the Touring Division is to encourage members to drive and show their
Cadillacs and LaSalles regardless of condition. Special encouragement is given to bringing unrestored vehicles
even if showing some wear, vehicles under restoration, or in need of further restoration.
* Entry in the Touring Division is NOT mandatory! The first time you show your vehicle at a
Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet, you may enter in the Touring or Primary Division (or if
appropriate – the Modified or the Display Division)
* WARNING! Vehicles that score over 92.0 points in the Touring Division will be considered overqualified, be disqualified and will NOT receive a Class Award. Read the “Touring Division Entrants” block of information in these procedures for suggestions where to enter your vehicle. If in DOUBT, enter in the PRIMARY DIVISION. No vehicle will be transferred from the Touring Division
to the Primary Division the day of the show.
1. Awards. * The award usually given to the owner is a plaque. See Section III H 2 for minimum
scoring explanation.
Awards * First Place† Second Place Third Place Points
80 thru 92
70 minimum
60 minimum
2. Touring Classes.
Class T1: 1902-1935 Cadillac Class T2: 1927-1940 LaSalle Class T3: 1930-1940 Cadillac V12 & V16 Class T4: 1936-1941 Cadillac Class T5: 1942-1949 Cadillac
Class T6: 1950-1958 Cadillac Class T7:
Class T8:
Class T9:
Class T10:
Class T99:
1959-1966 Cadillac
1967-1976 Cadillac
1977-1988 Cadillac without Allante
1989-1999 Cadillac + All Allantes
Commercial and Professional
Vehicles through 1999
† First place winners advance to Primary and may not re-enter the Touring Division again for a minimum of
four years. See Section IV-F for more information.
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B. Primary Division. The Primary Division allows most entrants of the Grand National Meet to show their
vehicles in competition with their peers. Vehicles may enter this division the first time they attend a
CLC Grand National Meet.
1. Awards. * The award given to the owner is a trophy. Note: See section III-H-2 for Minimum
score explanations.
Awards *
Points
First Place† 90 minimum
Second Place
80 minimum
Third Place 70 minimum
2. Primary Classes.
Class P1: 1902-1923
Class P2: 1924 – 1935 V-8
Class P3: 1927 – 1933 LaSalle V-8
Class P4: 1934 – 1938 LaS 8 & V-8 Class P5: 1939 – 1940 LaSalle V-8 Class P6: 1930 – 1933 V-12 & V-16 Class P7: 1934 – 1937 V-12 & V-16 Class P8: 1938 – 1940 V-16 Class P9: 1936 – 1938 V-8
Class P10: 1939 – 1940 V-8 Class P11: 1941 - All
Class P12: 1942 – 1947 plus 1948 – 49 Ser. 75
Class P13: 1948 – 1949 w/o Series 75 Class P14: 1950 - 1953 Class P15: 1954 - 1956
Class P16: 1957 - 1958
Class P17: Not in use at present
Class P18: 1959 - 1960
Class P19: 1961 - 1962
Class P20: 1963 – 1964 + ‘65 Series 75
Class P21: 1965 - 1966
Class P22: 1967 – 1970 w/o Eldorado
Class P23: 1967 – 1970 Eldorado
Class P24: 1971 – 1978 Eldorado
Class P25: 1971 – 1976 w.o Eldo or Seville
Class P26: 1977 – 1984 + ’76-’79 Seville w/o Eldo.
Class P27:1979 – 1985 Eldo & ’80-’85 Seville
Class P28: 1985 – 1999 w/o ’85 Eldo & Seville
Class P29: 1987 – 1993 Allante
Class P99: Commercial and Professional Vehicles thru 1999
(Class may be split)
† First place winners in Primary receive a First place trophy. After verification, a numbered Senior
Badge will be sent by certified mail (signature required) and the “car” will advance to the Senior
Division and be designated as a Senior Car (or Vehicle). All others may re-enter Primary. Also see
Section IV-F below.
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C. Senior Division. This division is intended to promote the preservation of the Cadillac and LaSalle
vehicles to the highest standards. Note: Senior Badge must be displayed. A five point mandatory deduction
will be imposed if the badge is not displayed. (see Text Notes at end of these procedures for replacement
information**).
1. Awards. * The award given to the owner is a trophy. Note: See section III-H-2 for Minimum
score explanation.
Awards * First Place† Second Place Third Place Points (Senior Div.)
95 minimum
90 minimum
85 minimum
2. Senior Classes.
Class S1: 1902-1923 Cadillac Class S2:1924 – 1938 Cadillac V-8
Class S3: 1927 – 1933 LaSalle
Class S4: 1934 – 1940 LaSalle
Class S5: 1930 – 1940 Cad. V-12/V-16 Class S6 1939 – 1941 Cadillac Class S7: 1942 – 1949 Cadillac
Class S8: 1950 – 1960 Cadillac
Class S9: 1961 – 1976 Cadillac
Class S10: 1977 – Current w/o Allante
Class S11: 1987 – 1993 Allante
Class S99: Commercial and Professional Vehicles
† First place winners receive a Trophy, are designated as Senior winner and advance to compete in
the Senior Wreath Division (No Wreath awarded). All other Senior vehicles may re-enter Senior
Division. Also see Section IV-F (pg. 29).
D. Senior Wreath Division. This Division is also intended to promote the preservation of the Cadillac
and LaSalle vehicles to the highest standards. A five-point mandatory deduction will be imposed if the
Senior badge is not displayed (See Text Notes at the end of these procedures for replacement
information**).
1. Awards. * The award given to the owner is a trophy. Note: See section III-H-2 for
Minimum score explanation.
Awards * First Place† Second Place Third Place
Points (Senior Div.)
95 minimum
90 minimum
85 minimum
2. Senior Wreath Classes.
Note: Classes are subject to change as more vehicles achieve this status.
Class SW1: 1902-1938 Cadillac 1-V8 Class SW4: 1939-1949 Cadillac V8
Class SW2: All LaSalles
Class SW5: 1950 – 1976 Cadillac
Class SW3: 1930 – 1940 Cad. V12/V16 Class SW6: 1977 – 1999 All
Commercial and Professional Vehicles are currently included in the appropriate year Classes.
† First place winners also receive a Wreath for their Senior Badge, are designated as Senior Wreath
Winners and advance to compete in the Senior Crown Division. All other Senior Wreath Division
vehicles may re-enter Senior Wreath Division multiple times. Also see section IV-F below.
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E. Senior Crown Division. This Division is also intended to promote the preservation of the Cadillac and
LaSalle vehicles to the highest standards. A five-point mandatory deduction will be imposed if the Senior
badge and Wreath are not displayed (also if Senior Crown is not displayed if appropriate). See
Text Notes at the end of these procedures for replacement information**
1. Awards. * The award given to the owner is a trophy. Note: See section III-H-2 for Minimum
score explanation.
Awards * First Place† Second Place
Third Place
Points (Senior Div.)
95 minimum
90 minimum
85 minimum
2. Senior Crown Classes.
Class SC1: 1902-1938 Cadillac 1-V8 Class SC4: 1939-1949 Cadillac V8
Class SC2: All LaSalles Class SC5: 1950 – 1976 Cadillac
Class SC3: 1930 – 1940 Cad. V12/V16 Class SC6: 1977 – 1999 All
Commercial and Professional Vehicles are currently included in the appropriate year Classes.
† First place winning vehicles are designated as Senior Crown Winners and receive a Crown to add
to their Senior Badge and Wreath. They, and all previous Crown winners, may re-enter Senior
Crown Division multiple times. Their multiple First place wins will be shown in the Senior badge
list, but no additional Crowns will be awarded. Also see section IV-F below.
F. Division Status Change - Senior Vehicle Owners (all three Divisions), usually after a minimum of
seven (7) years from their Vehicle’s last first place win, may request that their vehicle revert to
Primary or Touring Division Status. Such application shall be made in writing to the National Chief
Judge and shall include the reason for the request (major restoration work, major accident repair, etc.).
The National Chief and Deputy Judges shall make the decision. If granted, the change is irrevocable
and shall remain in effect until such time that the vehicle again wins a first place in Primary. The
badge may be retained (also the Wreath and Crown if applicable), but all will be invalid. The Badge,
Wreath, and Crown will again be Valid if the vehicle wins a First in the appropriate Division(s) at a
future Grand National Meet. A new badge will not be issued, but the information will be entered in
the records. Note: 1977 and newer cars that received only a Primary first place ribbon years ago and
no Senior Badge may enter Primary again without any formal request.
Any vehicle may enter the Touring Division at any time if it has not won a first in Primary or Touring.
Four (4) years after winning a first place in Touring Division, a vehicle may once again enter the
Touring Division. A formal request is not required, unless it has won a first in Primary, Senior cars see
above paragraph.
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V - SPECIAL AWARDS
Special awards may vary meet to meet. Occasionally there may be a one-time only car related award that will be
handled by the Awards committee and the National Judge(s).
Those normally awarded at the Grand National Meet are:
A: Best of Show: Cadillac – Prewar
B: Best of Show: Cadillac – Postwar
C: Best of Show: LaSalle
D: The Ansel Sackett Award. See award description in awards section of the Directory.
Note: Selection of recipients for the following awards (E-I) are the responsibility of the Awards Committee.
E: People Choice Award
F: Hard Luck Award. The problem must have occurred while driving to or at the Grand National Meet.
G: Long-Distance Vehicle Award - Early. The vehicle must be driven to the meet.
H: Long-Distance Vehicle Award - Late. The vehicle must be driven to the meet.
I: Long Distance Member – Traveled the furthest distance to the meet.
PRESERVATION AWARDS JUDGED BY PAST PRESIDENTS
To qualify for these awards, vehicles must be at least thirty (30) model years old and must exemplify a High
Percentage of vehicle originality (i.e. be in unrestored condition). More than one award may be made in each of
the categories.
Additional information is on the page in the Directory entitled “Preservation Award Classes.” Those desiring to
enter their vehicle in this Class must submit a Preservation Class Judging Application at least two (2) weeks prior
to the Grand National to the Meet Registrar CLC Office. A sample of this form is provided in the Directory and
in the Judging Manual.
TEXT NOTES:
* Official Verification. Awards are not official until the judging forms are audited and the winning positions
verified. Factory records may be checked on questionable vehicles and clarification may be required.
** Senior Badges, Wreath, Crown. Senior Badges are not issued until the judging results are official (see Official
Verification above). Wreaths and Crowns are awarded at the same time as the First place trophy. Replacement
Senior Badges, Wreaths, and Crowns are subject to a nominal fee. Contact National Chief Judge, a Deputy
Chief Judge, or the Awards Chairman.
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CADILLAC & LASALLE CLUB POLICY on MODIFIED VEHICLES
A major purpose of the CLC is to encourage the maintenance, preservation and restoration of Cadillacs and
LaSalles. When a vehicle requires repairs or restoration, this purpose is generally best served by performing the
work so as to produce a result as close as possible to the condition of the vehicle when it left the factory.
Nevertheless, some members own and drive Cadillac or LaSalle Vehicles that have been modified substantially by
the current or previous owners, whether by customizing appearance features, installing a non-authentic drivetrain
or both. This statement is intended to address the question of CLC policy toward such modified Cadillacs
and LaSalles.This policy is not intended to apply to Cadillac or LaSalles which were modified by a custom
coachbuilder at or near the time of initial delivery, such as classic-era custom bodied automobiles or professional
vehicles to which non-standard bodies were fitted.
MODIFIED VEHICLES AT GRAND NATIONAL MEETS
Modified Cadillac or LaSalles owned by CLC members may be entered in any appropriate judged Division,
but the judging criteria used by the Club will result in deductions for the departure from authenticity (except in
permitted cases such as safety glass, seat belts, battery disconnect switches, etc.).
These deductions will be applied regardless of the quality of the craftsmanship or other qualities present. For this
reason, it is suggested that owners of modified cars enter them in the Modified Car Division (non-Judged).
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said person. Shipme
subject to a nominal
C. Departure F
vehicles must turn
leaving the field. D
the designated end o
unless otherwise spec
approval of a chief or
nonsubmittal of this
disqualification. Also
be eligible for any sp
Note: At some G
may not be practica
requirement. Decisio
meet and national c
grounds marshal for
E CHART
he
.
429 CID
429 CID
472 CID
472 CID
500 CID
500 CID
-injected
500 CID
-injected
425 CID
-injected
425 CID
-injected
368 CID
-injected
368 CID
4
368 CID
4
4.1L 249 CID
4.1L 249 CID
4.5L
4.1L
4.5L
4.9L
and ETC
4.6L
& Eldorado
Ville
4.6L
ged
4.4L
CADILLAC ENGINE CHART
CADILLAC ENGINE CHART
ENGINES IN CADILLACS
DERIVED FROM OTHER DIVISIONS
ENGINES IN CADILLACS
DERIVED FROM OTHER DIVISIONS
Prepared by Tim Pawl for the
Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc.
Prepared by Tim Pawl for the
Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc.
Year
1934
1935 –1936
1976 –1979
1979 only
1980 only
1978 –1985
1980 –1982
1982 only
1983 –1986
1985 –1988
1985 only
1986 –1990
1991–1992
1990 –1996
1997 –2001
1999 –2005
2003 –2007
2004 –2007
2006 –2012
2008 –2012
2010 –2012
2010 –2011
Year
1934
Configuration Displacement
Straight 8 LaSalle
(Oldsmobile*)
240.3 CID
Straight 8 LaSalle
1935–1936
(Oldsmobile*)
248 CID
V-8 Seville
1976–1979
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
1979 only
V-8 Eldorado
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
1980 only
V-8 Seville California
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
V-8 Diesel (Olds)
350 CID
1978–1985
V-6 RWD (Buick)
4.1L
1980–1982
1982 only
4-cylinder Cimarron
(Chevrolet)
1.8L
4-cylinder Cimarron
1983–1986
(Chevrolet)
2.0L
V-6 Cimarron (Chevrolet) 2.8L
1985–1988
1985 only
V-6 Diesel FWD (Olds)
4.3L
V-8 RWD (Oldsmobile) 307 CID
1986–1990
1991–1992
V-8 RWD (Chevrolet 305 CID
V-8 RWD (Chevrolet) 350 CID
1990–1996
V-6 Catera (Opel)
3.0L
1997–2001
1999–2005 V-8 RWD Escalade
(Chevrolet)
6.0L
3.2L, 2.6L,
2003–2007 V-6 CTS
(GM-Powertrain
2.8L and
High Feature V-6)
3.6L
2004–2007 V-8 CTS-V Series (Corvette) 5.7L
2006–2012 V-8 RWD Escalade
(Chevrolet)
6.2L
3.6L
2008–2012 V-6 RWD CTS
(GM-Powertrain SIDI)
V-6 RWD SRX
3.6L
2010–2012
V-6 RWD SRX
3.0L
2010–2011
Configuration
Displacement
Straight 8 LaSalle
(Oldsmobile*)
240.3 CID
Straight 8 LaSalle
(Oldsmobile*)
248 CID
V-8 Seville
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
V-8 Eldorado
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
V-8 Seville California
(Oldsmobile)
350 CID
V-8 Diesel (Olds)
350 CID
V-6 RWD (Buick)
4.1L
4-cylinder Cimarron
(Chevrolet)
1.8L
4-cylinder Cimarron
2.0L
(Chevrolet)
V-6 Cimarron (Chevrolet)
2.8L
V-6 Diesel FWD (Olds)
4.3L
V-8 RWD (Oldsmobile)
307 CID
V-8 RWD (Chevrolet
305 CID
V-8 RWD (Chevrolet)
350 CID
V-6 Catera (Opel)
3.0L
V-8 RWD Escalade
(Chevrolet)
6.0L
V-6 CTS
3.2L, 2.6L,
(GM-Powertrain
2.8L and
High Feature V-6)
3.6L
V-8 CTS- V Series (Corvette)
5.7L
V-8 RWD Escalade
(Chevrolet)
6.2L
V-6 RWD CTS
3.6L
(GM-Powertrain SIDI)
V-6 RWD SRX
3.6L
V-6 RWD SRX
3.0L
CADILLAC ENGINES USED
IN OTHER BRANDS
Year
1942–
1945
1949–
1953
1950–
1952
1951–
1953
1953
1993–
2003
1999–
2003
2003–
2004
2006–
2008
CADILLAC ENGINES USED
IN OTHER BRANDS
Year
1942 –
1945
1949 –
1953
1950 –
1952
1951–
1953
1953
1993 –
2003
1999 –
2003
2003 –
2004
2006 –
2008
Brand
M5A1 &
M24 Tank
Allard
Configuration Displace ment
V-8 CW
and CCW
346 CID
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Kurtis
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Cunningham V-8 RWD
331 CID
Muntz
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Olds
V-8 FWD
Aurora
Northstar
4.0L
Shelby
Series I
Northstar
4.0L
Pontiac
V-8 FWD
Bonneville GXP
4.6L
Buick
V-8 FWD
Lucerne
Northstar
4.6L
*Unresolved or unconfirmed
Brand
M5A1 &
M24 Tank
Allard
Configuration Displacement
V-8 CW
and CCW
346 CID
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Kurtis
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Cunningham V-8 RWD
331 CID
Muntz
V-8 RWD
331 CID
Olds
V-8 FWD
Aurora
Northstar
4.0L
Shelby
Series I
Northstar
4.0L
Pontiac
V-8 FWD
Bonneville GXP
4.6L
Buick
V-8 FWD
Lucerne
Northstar
4.6L
*Unresolved or unconfirmed
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III—JUDGING
Grand National M
be conducted by th
National judging p
judging forms, proce
be used to provide
form standards. The
or the national depu
be available to help t
judging matters and
authority.
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Displacement
98.2 CID
H 300.7 CID
392.7 CID
226.2 CID
255 CID
286 CID
366 CID
314.5 CID
1001
*314 CID
303 CID
341 CID
328 CID
353 CID
340 CID
452 CID
368 CID
353 CID
0
322 CID
s
346 CID
,
948
346 CID
322 CID
431 CID
331 CID
365 CID
390 CID
but it is
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cles must be 199
older and owned b
(either in personal
name). They may b
member. Newer ve
for exhibition. All e
be judged on their
assigned classes. Ther
prejudging.
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1. Disqualifica
disqualified from
U.L.-approved fire
with the vehicle o
used by Cadillac o
in the vehicle.
2. Deductions
design, chassis or a
will result in a dedu
(22) points. This
(11)-point deduct
score. Additional
appropriate in ot
owner of a vehicl
Vehicle Review Co
on said specific veh
64 | 2014 INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY • Cadillac & LaSalle Club • Ca
CLC Past Presidents’ Preservation Award | Prepared by Richard Sills
The Cadillac & LaSalle Club encourages
preservation and appreciates authenticity.
Original, unrestored cars provide a wealth
of detailed information about how the
craftsmen of Cadillac designed and built
them. To encourage owners to keep good
original cars in their original condition and
to encourage the preservation and maintenance of these outstanding survivors, the
Club has created this special award. To
qualify, the vehicle must be at least 30
model years old and must have a high
percentage of originality. In 2012, eligible
vehicles must be 1982 model year or earlier.
While a high degree of originality is
required for a car to win this award, it
is not based solely on originality. As to
all components, the judges will take into
account condition as well as originality,
and their decision is final. In age categories where there are several cars with a
high degree of originality, the award will
generally go to the car or cars in the best
overall condition.
Eligibility for this award is unrelated to
the vehicle’s category for “regular” national
judging. Regardless of whether your car is
judged in the Senior Class, the Primary
Class or the Touring Class, or whether it
is entered in the meet for Display Only, it
may be considered for this award if it meets
the age and originality criteria. Judging for
this award is done by a team consisting of
the CLC past presidents available at the
meet or their designated representatives.
Cars are judged based on age classes,
and those classes will be determined by
the team of past presidents on the basis
of what vehicles are to be judged for this
award at that particular meet—i.e., how
many cars and in what range of years.
For example, in 2011, the classes consisted of (1) pre-1960, (2) 1960–1969,
and (3) 1970–1981 (minimum age—
30 model years old). Multiple awards
may be presented within a particular
class at the discretion of the judging team.
If the owner wishes to have his
vehicle considered for the Preservation
Award, he or she must provide the CLC
Office with a completed Preservation Class
Judging Application Form (see form on facing page) to be received by the CLC Office at
least two weeks prior to the Grand National
Meet. No last-minute entries are permitted.
Prior award winners will remain eligible,
but preference will be given to vehicles that
did not previously win this award in order
to encourage as many owners as possible to
retain the originality of their vehicles.
In the registration materials received at
the Grand National, there will be a special preservation identification card with a
sticker that must be placed conspicuously
on the windshield, indicating that the car
is to be judged for the Preservation Award.
In the event the originality of the vehicle
requires clarification, the judges may initiate discussion with the owner, if present.
Convertibles, convertible-styled vehicles
(eg., town car, landaulet, etc.) or those with
fabric, leather or vinyl-padded tops may
receive additional consideration due to the
extraordinary care or conditions required
to survive if the original top is still in place.
WHAT DOES
‘FACTORY ORIGINAL’ MEAN?
It does not mean that the vehicle has been
restored authentically so as to look the
same as it did originally. It means that, to
a very great extent (which may vary based
on age), the vehicle retains its factoryoriginal components (paint, chrome, interior upholstery and carpet, trunk lining, etc.).
A totally original car is one in which there
has been (1) no repainting of any surfaces,
(2) no replacement of parts, (3) no repairs
except for safety or operational reasons, and
(4) no restoration, changes or replacements
of any kind since the car was delivered to its
original owner. To be considered
for the Preservation Award, a
car need not be 100 percent
original, but should retain a high degree of
originality.
Because cars will be judged in classes
based on age, the required percentage of
originality to win the Preservation Award
may vary among classes. For example, cars
of the 1970s that win the Award will likely
come closer to 100 percent originality than
cars of the 1930s that win the Award.
The owner must attest to the percentage
of originality of each component when he
or she completes and signs the Preservation
Class Judging Application Form, but the
percentage score stated on that form will
not determine the outcome of the judging.
THE AWARD
Award winners will be announced at the
Grand National Meet Banquet.
PROCEDURE
Candidates must indicate on the Grand
National Meet registration form that they
want their car judged in the Preservation
Class. The CLC Office will provide the
special judging application form (see sample form on facing page). The owner must
complete all the blanks on the form and
return it to the CLC Office to be received
no later than two weeks prior to the meet.
Upon arrival at the meet, the owner’s
registration packet will contain (1) a
copy of the completed Preservation Class
Judging Application Form, which must be
with the vehicle and available to the preservation judges at all times, and (2) the
to-be-judged ID sticker affixed to it, which
must be placed on the vehicle windshield.
Revised Aug. 22, 2011
©JOHN EVANS/ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION
PURPOSE: To encourage the preservation and maintenance of factory-original
condition automobiles built by Cadillac.
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Judging application | Preservation Class
Entry # ________________
Division ________________
Class __________________
Date ___________________
Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Inc.
Position/
Left Early_____________
preservation class
judging application
to be completed by owner and signed
Owner Name ___________________________________________________City __________________________State _____________
Year ______________ Cadillac________ LaSalle_________ Cyl____________Model or Series___________________________________
Body Style ________________________ Body # __________________________ Body Color New ______________________________
Year last shown in National CLC Preservation Class ____________________________________________________________________
Year(s) this car received the Past Presidents’ Preservation Award (if prior winner) ____________________________________________
Number of Grand National Meets entered in Preservation Class __________________________________________________________
PAST PRESIDENTS’ PRESERVATION AWARD
I hereby request that my vehicle built by Cadillac be considered for the Past Presidents’ Preservation Award. To help determine the eligibility of my car, I attest to the best of my ability as to its condition as listed below:
Example Only
My Car
1. Exterior surfaces (body, fenders, hood, trunk, etc.) not repainted or spotted
(100% max possible)
70%
_________%
2. Exterior trim (bumpers, grill, side moldings, etc.) not replated or replaced
(100% max possible)
90%
_________%
3. Upholstery and instruments (seats, door panels, carpet, headliner, truck
truck fabric/material, etc.) not replaced or recovered (100% possible)
90%
_________%
4. Engine components (radiator, wiring, starter, manifold, muffler, etc.)
not repaired, replaced, or visibly altered (100% max possible)
70%
_________%
5. Operational components (engine starts, lights, instruments, brakes,
air conditioning, radio, etc.) in functioning or operational condition
(100% max possible)
60%
_________%
6. Convertibles and convertible-styled vehicles or those with fabric, leather or
vinyl-padded tops, etc. with original top still in place (max of 10% possible).
If not original top, enter zero (0).
10%
_________%
390%
_________%
TOTAL
Total all percentages then divide by 5 (Example 390% ÷ by 5=78%)
÷5 =
_________%
NOTE: This percentage determines extent of originality. It does not indicate “winner.” The Preservation Judges’ determination is final.
ATTEST: (signed by owner)____________________________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT NOTE: This form must be completed by the owner and received by the CLC Office at least two weeks before the
starting date of the meet. No last-minute entries. Upon return to owner at the Grand National Meet, this form is to be placed on the
front seat of car to be judged and available to the Preservation Award judges at all times during the Meet.
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