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Conclave 2024: A Memorable Gathering of Austin Healey Enthusiasts

Posted: Tuesday, 1 October 2024 @ 10:00

Written by Rebecca Kemsley

Blue Harbor Resort in Wisconsin, USA

Sheboygan, WI — Conclave 2024, hosted by the Austin Healey Club of America and the Wisconsin Chapter, delivered an unforgettable experience for classic car enthusiasts from around the world.


Set against the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan at the stunning Blue Harbor Resort, the event celebrated the timeless beauty of Austin Healeys over an action-packed week of activities and camaraderie.

Conclave 24 - Austin Healey line-up at the Blue Harbor Resort
Conclave 24 - Austin Healey Sprite line up

Road America Day Thrills

The week’s events kicked off with "Road America Day," where participants enjoyed exhilarating Gymkhana and Funkhana competitions, as well as an exclusive road tour of the historic 6.5-mile Elkhart Lake road racing circuit. The legendary track was a sight to behold, with over 150 Austin Healeys gracing the iconic tarmac during the highly anticipated Race Track Touring event.


Elkhart Lake - Conclave 24 - Road America Day


Customer Testimonials from Conclave 24

Wow, Rebecca, that [delivery] was quick. It's a pleasure dealing with you. Thank you.
- John Blanks

Conclave 24 - Road America Day - Austin Healey line-up
Conclave 24 - Road America Day - Rebecca sitting in a Healey
 
 

Popular Car Show Highlights

On Wednesday morning, the streets of Elkhart Lake came alive as Big Healeys and Sprites lined up for the Popular Car Show. The display, one of the largest the town has ever seen, attracted car enthusiasts and locals alike, eager to admire the immaculate collection of classic cars.


Elkhart Lake - Conclave 24 - Popular Car Show Day


Customer Testimonials from Conclave 24

It was certainly a pleasure to deal with you. I have an over-rider, which came from a different source, new and unused. Just for fun, I weighed it and the one purchased from you. Yours is 20% heavier. Spot on!
- Richard Collins

Conclave 24 - Popular Car Show Day - Austin Healeys in a convoy
Conclave 24 - Popular Car Show Day - Austin Healeys parked on display

Fun Activities for Everyone

Throughout the week, attendees enjoyed a variety of activities, including Concours judging, Tech Talks, the Healey Trivia Challenge, a Mini Golf Tournament, a Q&A session, Valve Cover Racing, and much more. There was no shortage of entertainment, ensuring that every guest had something exciting to look forward to.


Conclave 24 - Concours judging - Austin Healey 100/6 parked underneath the Conclave 24 banner outside the Blue Harbor Resort in Wisconsin
Conclave 24 - John Lee and Jon Hill from A H Spares

The festivities culminated with a delightful Awards Banquet, where participants gathered to celebrate the week's highlights and honour the winners of the Popular Car Show. In addition to awards, attendees had the opportunity to win fabulous raffle prizes, capping off the event on a high note.


Conclave 24 - Rebecca Kemsley and John Lee in the Siebken Bar

Austin Healey Club Wisconsin - Organisers and host of Conclave 24

Special Thanks to Organisers

Special thanks are due to the dedicated team from the Wisconsin Chapter, including Bernie Evans, John Seaman, Mike Swanger, and Ken Sierszen, who worked tirelessly to make Conclave 2024 a resounding success. Their warm hospitality and meticulous planning ensured a memorable experience for all.

Jon Hill ,Rebecca Kemsley, and John Lee from A H Spares sponsoring Conclave 24

Our Personal Thanks to You

We would also like to extend our gratitude to everyone who attended and took the time to connect with us. It was a pleasure to reunite with old friends and meet new ones.


We hope to see you all again soon for another exciting Austin Healey adventure!

Customer Testimonials from Conclave 24

We Placed an order with John at Conclave 2024, 15 September. It was delivered today 25 September in Florida. Thank you for such excellent service.
- Bob & Pat Brown

Conclave 24 logo


For more information about the Austin Healey Club of America and upcoming events, please visit www.healeyclub.org.

 
 
 
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News Images

Two Austin Healey 100-Six cars at the Elkhart Late Conclave 24 event
Conclave Day 1 - Austin Healey and Sprite parked at the Blue Harbor conference c
Conclave Day 1 - Austin Healey and Sprite parked at the Blue Harbor conference c
Conclave Day 1 - Austin Healey and Spridget parked at the Blue Harbor conference
Conclave Day 1 - Two Big Healeys parked at the Blue Harbor conference center in
Conclave Day 1 - Registration Day - Jon Hill and John Lee speaking with Austin H
Conclave Day 1 - Registration Day - Jon Hill and John Lee speaking with Austin H
Conclave Day 1 - Registration Day - Jon Hill and John Lee speaking with Austin H
Conclave Day 1 - Line of Austin Healeys parked at the Blue Harbor conference cen
Conclave Day 1 - Line of Austin Healeys parked at the Blue Harbor conference cen
Conclave Day 1 - Bugeye with hardtop parked at the Blue Harbor conference center
Conclave Day 2 - Concours Judging. Austin Healey 100-Six on display underneath C
Conclave Day 2 - Concours Judging at the Blue Harbor Conference center in Wiscon
Conclave Day 2 - Concours Judging at the Blue Harbor Conference center in Wiscon
Conclave Day 3 - Rebecca Kemsley sitting in Mike Sanger's Austin Healey 100
Conclave Day 3 - Rebecca Kemsley sitting in Ken Sierszan's Austin Healey 100M
John Lee and Jon Hill with Bill and Jack Rawles at Conclave 24.
Conclave Day 3 - Line of Austin Healey Bugeye Sprites at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 3 - Austin Healey 3000 at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 3 - Race Track Touring event - Austin Healey line up at Elkhart Lak
Conclave Day 4 - Austin Healey  and Bugeye Sprite line up at the Popular Car Sho
Conclave Day 4 -  Line of Austin Healeys at the Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake
Conclave Day 4 - Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 4 - Line of Bugeye Sprite cars - Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 4 - Line of Big Healey cars - Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 4 - Line of Austin Healey cars - Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake.
Conclave Day 4 - Austin Healey - Popular Car Show at Elkhart Lake.
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