Tale of Aged Renngolf, Emma, and Mercedes the Baker
In the vibrant town of Kornwestheim, the family-run bakery Dannemann continues its four-generation legacy. Bakery co-owners Isabell Pietzsch and Bernd Dannemann, with Bernd having fond memories of driving the iconic bright orange Mercedes MB 100D as a young adult, now manage the bakery together. Despite being phased out four years ago due to not meeting modern diesel standards, the Mercedes remains a cherished memory for the Dannemann family.
Meanwhile, in Filderstadt, the day is warm, filled with the smells of asphalt, gasoline, and exhaust fumes, as a big pool party takes place at Fildorado. The festivities include a mysterious game, a DJ, and, of course, belly flops.
Elsewhere in Kornwestheim, a classic car meeting is underway, attracting a queue of cars stretching over a kilometer. Among them, a green Golf 2 racer named "Francky Green" stands out. Originally built in 1984 for hill races, this speedy machine was rebuilt in 2018 and is now significantly faster. The car's original heavy metal cage for hill races has been replaced, adding to its sleek and modern design.
In a separate event, "Francky Green" recently won third place in a slalom race in Aalen. The current owner, Peter Hilcher, first saw the car at a slalom race in 2012.
Another classic car, the Emma, has no history of mechanical problems despite attending numerous classic car meetings across Europe. Unlike the speedy "Francky Green," the Emma's story is one of patience and dedication, as it took eight years to completely gut, re-equip, and make beautiful. Now, it runs perfectly with no scratches.
In the world of classic cars, personal and family memories often play a significant role. For instance, a 1968 Single Cab truck build by someone named Frank was inspired by childhood memories of vintage VWs shared with his uncles, who each had their own vintage VW cars.
Skilled restoration shops, like H&H engine building, which has been operating since the 1970s, play a crucial role in preserving classic cars. They help keep thousands of vintage cars running, ensuring that these pieces of history continue to roll down the road.
In Leonberg, however, the Straw Man event has been embroiled in a dispute with the city utilities. Despite this, the love for classic cars remains strong in this community, as in many others.
In the end, the intersection of classic cars and modern events in Kornwestheim and Filderstadt serves as a testament to the enduring allure of vintage vehicles and the passion they inspire in their owners and admirers alike.
The Dannemann family's cherished memories extend beyond their bakery in Kornwestheim, as they also share a passion for classic cars, such as the green Golf 2 racer "Francky Green". Meanwhile, in the world of classic cars, a lifestyle fostered by personal memories often drives restoration projects, like the 1968 Single Cab truck inspired by childhood experiences with vintage VWs. On the other hand, general-news headlines in Filderstadt focus on a warm summer day filled with general-news events, like a big pool party, while the lifestyle of classic car enthusiasts is celebrated in Kornwestheim, where the slalom-winning "Francky Green" continues its legacy on the tracks.
