A big congratulations to Mike Clother, #07, for taking 2nd place with a total of 1578 season points.

Mike’s car is a 1948 Buick, with a 355 engine. His car was built by Kevin Rinkel. His Crew Chief is Doug Fox. His lovely wife, Jacque, is the car owner. This Buick clocked at 162-MPH at the Bonneville Salt Flats, WOW, that is amazing!

Mike’s first race was with the ‘Demo Derby’ on Mother’s day in 1981. He won the trophy and was hooked. His first car class was with Hobby Stocks at Spanaway Speedway. He joined VMRA in 1995, figuring it is the fastest you can go for the least amount of investment. Mike has 7-VMRA season Championships. At mid-season Mike was in 4th place, ending this season in 2nd.

A special thanks to the Fans of VMRA and Mike’s sponsors Nutread Tires, Bowtie Performance (Power), South Side Brake & Clutch, Carburation Technology, Puget Sound Customs and Big Mountain Web Design.

See you next season Mike. Great racing with you. Thank you fans, hope you all come out for season 2009 as the race for championship starts all over.

Another race, another track, another trophy, another champion.