Conclave 2024: A Memorable Gathering of Austin Healey Enthusiast

Conclave 2024: A Memorable Gathering of Austin Healey Enthusiasts

Posted: Tuesday, 1 October 2024 @ 10:00

Written by Rebecca Kemsley

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

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