Judges

Selected for their expertise in automobiles, the chosen panel of judges will set the standard in automotive excellence at the Concours at Cobble Beach.

John Carlson is serving his 18th year as President and CEO of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada Corporation. He is a 36 year member and Master Judge of the Classic Car Club of America. He is a past National President and forty plus year member of the Vintage Car Club of Canada and multi-decade member the Model A Ford Club of America, the Early Ford V8 Club, British Columbia Hot Association, Vintage Racing Club of BC and the Allard Owners Club. Carlson participates at numerous Concours d’Elegance events throughout North America. He has been a Chief Class Judge at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours for many years. He is a Competition Chief Class Judge at the Monticello Concours in New York. He has served as Honorary Judge at the Hilton Head and Boca Raton Concours and serves as a permanent Chief Judge at the Hilton Head Concours, Arizona Concours, Cobble Beach Concours, Crescent Beach Concours, Vintage Car Club of Canada and the NAACC. He also volunteers as a Steering Committee member of the Lemay America’s Car Museum in Tacoma Washington. Carlson is an automotive historian and has written numerous articles outlining the various approaches and the philosophy associated with Concours judging. He is a Charter Board Member to the (ICJAG) International Chief Judges Advisory Group. He has been inducted into three Motorsport Hall of Fames and is a recipient of the prestigious Lee Iacocca award. In 2017 he and his wife completed a 2,2000 Km journey with the Coasters Cross Canada Tour driving a vintage Mustang from coast to coast and back. He is a retired Technology Education teacher and resides with his wife Koko of forty plus years in the seaside village of Belcarra located in British Columbia Canada.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Robert McLeese is the President and Founder of Access Capital Corp., a company dedicated to independent power project financing and development.  

In 1998 Rob and his father Willis McLeese purchased land and started the development of Cobble Beach, Georgian Bay’s Extraordinary Waterfront Golf Resort Community. Both men shared a dream of a wonderful promenade of high end, beautiful antique and classic cars parading down Cobble Beach Drive to the elegant clubhouse. This gave birth to the Concours d’Elegance at Cobble Beach.   

Rob’s deep commitment to renewable resources and sustainable development is entrenched in all areas of his life, including his passion for Cobble Beach Golf Resort Community near Owen Sound, Ontario. The 574-acre property puts sustainability and the environment at the forefront, with a five-star Inn and Clubhouse that employs geothermal heating and cooling, as well as an 18-hole award-winning golf course which uses significantly less pesticides, herbicides and water than a typical golf course.

The proud owner 30 year of a yellow 1971 Porsche 911 E Targa, and a recently acquired 1931 McLaughlin Buick Model 64 roadster, Rob is a NAACC (National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada) certified Judge and has judged at the Arizona Concours d’Elegance, The Hershey Elegance, Concours of America, Crescent Beach Concours, Hilton Head Concours and Boca Raton. This year, the Cobble Beach Concours has been selected to join The International Chief Judge Advisory Group Plus, (an affiliate of ICJAG) as an advisor along with the Concours d’Elegance Suisse and La Jolla Concours. ICJAG is a group of experienced Concours d’Elegance Chief Judges. ICJAG offers voluntary advice and assistance to Concours chairpersons, chief judges and organizers who have an interest in promoting proper preservation and correct restoration of automobiles through serious class judging. Rob received the NAACC Hobbyist of the year award in 2014.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Mr. Scott Sinclair was the 1956-57 Technical Team Leader for the National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS), a role he held for 14 years. Mr. Sinclair represented Ontario, Quebec, Michigan and Ohio on the Board of Directors of NCRS for 9 years, as well as being on the Board of the local Ontario Chapter since its inception in 1980. Mr. Sinclair co-chaired a National Convention for NCRS in Windsor, Ontario in 2004, as well as 4 previous Regional events in Ontario. He and his wife, Kay, have travelled extensively throughout the United States, Australia, New Zealand and Canada to judge at NCRS shows. Mr. Sinclair has attained the 400 level as a Master Judge, the highest level offered by NCRS. Mrs. Sinclair has also become a 100 level Master Judge and Master Tabulator. Mr. and Mrs. Sinclair are currently co-chairs of the NCRS National Road Tours. They own 6 Corvettes ranging from 1956 to 2013, as well as a 1937 Ford Club Coupe hot rod, a 1970 Plymouth Superbird, a 1969 Camaro, a 1970 Chevrolet Cheyenne pickup truck and a 1928 Chevrolet Woody.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Mr. Doug J. Adams joined Antique & Classic Auto Appraisal Service in late 1980, and is the firm's Vice-President & General Manager. Mr. Adams specializes in the appraisal and identification of Corvettes and other North American "muscle" and performance vehicles, as well as commercial vehicles. His high level of expertise has made him a sought-after judge and event organizer for both Corvette, and multi-marque automotive events throughout Ontario.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

My wife Patricia Godschalk and I live on a small farm near Jordan Station, ON where we produce peaches, plums, nectarines and pears. We also grow an assortment of vegetables. A lot of what we produce is sold at the farmers market and some is sold on a vendors run through Southern Ontario.  

I also own and operate a trucking company with refrigerated and flatbed service throughout Canada and USA. My real passion is collecting and restoring older vehicles and in particular Dodge and Fargo trucks. Being in the transportation business has allowed me the opportunity to deliver a load of freight in the same region where the old vehicles I have sourced are. I simply load them on a return trip. This has gone on for 30 years!! I look forward to my continued involvement with NAACC using the knowledge and skills that I have assembled during my many years in this hobby.

The NAACC helps to protect the legacy of where the vehicles have come from so that future generations will be allowed a glimpse into the past. I am pleased to be an Ontario NAACC Director. In 2015 one of my show winning trucks was graced with a win at the Cobble Beach Concours. I am an NAACC judge and look forward to participating in the Cobble Beach Concours again this year.

YEARS - 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016

John has been involved for over 55 years as a paint, colour matching & application chemist. He has served as a pain consultant for two GM factory assembly plants and has had exposure to factory assembly plant procedures. John has owned more than twenty Corvettes throughout his career.

John’s primary expertise is authentic paint and body finishes on Corvette production vehicles. He has extensive knowledge on interior, underhood, and chassis factory mechanical correctness for both 55 – 72 Corvettes and GM Muscle Cars.

John’s credentials include National Corvette Restorers society Master Judge (1000+level) - Bow Tie Judge, NCRS BOW TIE AWARDS 1959, 1963, 1965, 1967,1972, 1978, BLOOMINGTON GOLD Bloomington Gold Survivor, Certification, Benchmark Judge, Instructor inGold School classes on factory correctness. CORVETTE GOLDSPINNER Master Judge, CORVETTE HOMECOMING Chief Judge - Ultra Original / San Pareil, PinehurstT Concours d'Elegance, Chief Class Judge – Corvettes, Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Chief Class Judge – Corvettes. Cincinnati Concours d'Elegance, Class Judge - American Muscle Cars 1950-1970, Louisville Concours d'Elegance, Chief Class Judge Corvettes, Arizona Concours d'Elegance, Preservation Class Judge

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Martin was born in England and emigrated to Canada in 1957. He completed the Automotive Mechanics apprenticeship at a British Leyland/Volvo/Renault dealership. Drawn to new challenges, vintage racecar service & restoration became a focus. He has built competitive racecars for clients competing at major Vintage racing events across North America. Joining the family owned & operated Reg Beer Coachbuilder Corp. further expanded the company business to include complete mechanical and restoration services. Taking the helm of the family business with brother Stephen brought the addition of the Morgan Motor Company franchise for Canada.

Forty years in the automotive field has presented both challenges & gratification to produce some of the most exceptional race, show & road going automobiles.

Auto crossing & speed events being synonymous with British automotive heritage, racing a 1935 Morgan F Type & a 1963 Morgan 4/4 filled the need for the speed bug. Martin currently competes in Chump Car Canada endurance racing series. He is past President & Treasurer of the Morgan Sports Car Club of Canada. His judging credentials include judging at various US and Canadian national events.

Martin and spouse Donna currently own a 1957 Morgan 4/4, a 1986 Morgan+8 and a 1978 Triumph Spitfire.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Mr. Stephen Beer is an owner, restorer and amateur car racer from Caledon Ontario. Along with his brother Martin, he is co-owner of Reg Beer Coachbuilder Corp. a company that was started by their father, a trained coachbuilder from England. Early in the company’s history, they were responsible for the build of the original Carlsberg beer wagons, and the coachwork and restoration for the Craven Foundation. A licensed bodyman, Steve has been involved in the trade for over 40 years and has seen many awards for his craftsmanship at several prestigious Concours across North America, most recently a best in class for a Pre-war Bentley at Amelia Island.

Stephen and his wife Jenny currently own a 1967 Morgan +4 Super Sport, a 1937 Jap powered Super Sports Three Wheeler Morgan, a 1957 Pontiac Laurentian, a 1959 Morgan +4 and two motorcycles; a Norton & Harley Davidson. 

Steve campaigned his Morgan +4 SS for a number of years with the Vintage Automobile Racing Association of Canada, and currently competes in the Chump Car World Series. He has maintained several competitive Vintage racing cars for clients, and not surprisingly has owned a number of vehicles himself, including an Aston Martin DB4, Mini Traveller, 5 Morgans. 

Steve has judged with the Classic Car Club of America as well as Morgan Sports Car Clubs in England, the United States and Canada. He is a member of the Morgan Sports Car Club of Canada and the Morgan 3 Wheeler Club.

YEARS - 2019, 02018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014

Rudy has a particular interest in the cars of the 40s, 50s, and 60s. He has been a member of the Prince Edward Island Antique Car Club for 45 years, currently serving as its President. Rudy, in conjunction with other club members, have organized and judged at many provincial automotive shows. He has served as the provincial representative on the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada Board of directors. Rudy and his wife Ruth have participated and served as Provincial Coordinators for the 2000, 2010 and 2017 NAACC Coasters Cross Canada Tour. Rudy has done in-depth research on the first vehicle in British North America, later to become Canada, when in 1866 Father Georges-Antoine Belcourt imported a Deware Steam Carriage to Rustico, Prince Edward Island. In 2017, Rudy published a book on the early history of the automobile on Prince Edward Island. The book “Ban the Automobile: Instrument of Death” outlines the opposition to the automobile, its eventual banning and the twelve-year struggle to have it returned to the roads of the Island province. Rudy was awarded the 2017 Publication of the Year Award by the City of Summerside and a 2017 Prince Edward Island Heritage Award. Rudy Croken is a life-long resident of Prince Edward Island. He is a graduate of the University of Prince Edward Island and he went on to a 32-year career in education as a teacher and administrator. Rudy and Ruth are retired and live in Kensington, Prince Edward Island.  

YEARS - 2019, 2018

Fraser is the Past President of the Fraser Valley Chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada. He has served on three different occasions totalling 7 yrs. as President. Fraser has been a member of the VCCC for 22 years. He and his wife Dorothy participated in the 2000 NAACC Coast to Coast Tour traveling from Newfoundland to Victoria BC. They were the Wagon Masters on the 2010 and 2017 NAACC Coasters Cross Canada Tours. Fraser spent 30 years working for the BC Ambulance Service as a licenced Paramedic. He is now retired after the Olympic project in 2010. In his early years he worked with the Pattison Group as an inspector for BC Transit and the Skytrain system. He served with the Mission BC Volunteer Fire Department for 9 years and still does volunteer medical work for Habitat for Humanity (world) home construction teams and also for traveling youth groups. He is currently serving as the Vice President of the 10-7 Ambulance Paramedics Society. Fraser is a NAACC National judge as well as a Vintage Car Club of Canada National Judge. His many restoration projects include a stunning 1969 Pontiac ambulance. This restoration is a traveling museum of original ambulance equipment. He uses the vehicle for fund raising events and shows it throughout the Province of BC. He and his wife have travelled from BC to Newfoundland and back three times without mechanical problems. His latest restoration projects include a 1948 Chevrolet panel ambulance and a 1952 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Ambulance that was stationed at the Esso refinery in Ioco, BC. He has nine cars in his collection. He and his wife Dorothy have four children, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Fraser and Dorothy Field were presented with the NAACC Hobbyist of the year award at the Cobble Beach Concours in 2017.

YEARS - 2019

Bob has been involved in the collector car hobby for more than 30 years. His automotive experiences range from 1930’s to 1960’s stock/original vehicles with a concentration on the 1950’s and 60’s stock, original and muscle cars. He is the Membership Director for the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada, a member of Newfoundland Antique & Classic Car Club for 35 years, a member of the Falcon Club of America for 32 years, a member of the Edsel Owners Club and International Edsel Club for many years. He is a member of the Henry Ford Heritage Association. Bob’s personal collection of vehicles includes Classic & Muscle cars. Bob has had hands-on experience with several frame-off chassis restorations of family cars. These vehicles have won numerous awards at International shows in the United States and Canada. He has been involved with the restoration of many makes of cars his family has imported from California. Bob strives to restore of his own cars to 100 point show quality. He is an NAACC National judge. Bob resides in the oldest City in North America, St. John’s, Newfoundland.  

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Rich is president of the Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance at Ault Park, now in its 41st year. Since college, he has been a sports car enthusiast and collector, owning marques including MG, Triumph, Toyota, BMW, Honda, Jaguar, and Porsche. His current collection includes a 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE roadster, a 1965 Porsche 356 SC coupe, a 1967 Jaguar 340 sedan, a 1969 Jaguar E-type roadster, a 2001 Jaguar XKR roadster, and a 2014 Porsche 911 Carrera. He has judged at Louisville, French Lick, Hilton Head, Keeneland, and Ault Park Concours d’Elegance, and is a certified Jaguar Clubs of North America judge as well as a national Concours judge for Porsche Club of America. Rich is past president of Jaguar Club of Greater Cincinnati, inventor, retired U.S. Navy captain and nuclear submariner.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016

Doug Greer is a long time Director and past National President of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada Corp. (NAACC) He is a past president of the Great Pine Ridge Region and National Region of the Antique and Classic Car Club of Canada. Doug has been the Chief Judge for the National body of the Antique and Classic Car Club of Canada and the ACCCC Concours d'Elegance since 2013.

Doug has been a professional restorer of antique and muscle cars for well over thirty years. He owns and operates Greer Restorations located in Cobourg, Ontario. Doug’s experience and attention to detail makes him a superb addition to any Concours d'Elegance judging team. The Cobble Beach Concours is very fortunate to have Doug’s continued support.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Ron lived his early life in Fredericton, N.B. He went to the University of New Brunswick, majoring in engineering. After college he went to work with NB Power and held various positions during his 40 years of working there. In 2002 he retired from NB Power. He and his wife Ann now reside in Woodstock, N.B. Together they have 5 children and 6 grandchildren. During his younger years he could be found either under a car, at the local quarter mile drag strip or at the local dance hall. The love of cars carried throughout his life. Over the years Ron has had many cars including a 59 thunderbird, 74 Corvette, and numerous VW vans and bugs. His latest car is a 67 Karmann Ghia. Over the years he have been involved with many organisations and has dealt with both Provincial and Municipal government bodies. His main interest has always been dealing with people and trying to help out anyway he can in the local community. Ron was on the town council for 12 years as well as a volunteer ambulance paramedic for 14years. When retirement came it gave him time to get back to his love of collector cars. In 2007 he was elected as the Provincial director of the NAACC. He is also deeply involved with his local car club, the NB Antique Auto Club. He and his wife are both active in their local church and community. His idea of a fun day is to go wondering thru old junk yards in search for some part or driving the back roads looking in fields for forgotten relics. This by the way drives his wife Ann crazy, since he is supposed to be watching the road. Ron is an NAACC National judge.

YEARS - 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015

Mr. James (Jim) Herbert has been building, restoring and driving collector and rally cars for 40 years. His current collection includes an award winning 1951 MGTD and 1961 TR3A. He has just finished a 1978 280Z Datsun for his son and is currently going a running restoration on a 1970 MGB. Jim has served as the Alberta Director of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada since 2010, the Safety Director and Treasurer for The Specialty Vehicles Association of Alberta of the since 2008, and is a past President of The Calgary MG Car Club. He has served as a judge at numerous All British Field Meets. James also restored and flies a 1951 Cessna L19 warbird. He has been involved in building an EAA Golden Wrench Award winning Cessna L19 and has worked on the warbird judging team at EAA Oshkosh. Jim is the consummate hands on restorer and an NAACC judge.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Somer Hooker lives in Brentwood, TN. Somer has written motorcycle articles for Sports Car Market, Old Cars Weekly, Motorcycle Classics, Walnecks, Gizmag.com, Vintage Mounts, Cycle World, The Buzzzzz, and has penned numerous stories for Tom Cotter’s “In the Barn” books. He has a BA and MS in Psychology and once ran residential programs for emotionally disturbed children and youth. He is an officer in the Vincent Owners Club, on the board of the National Motorcycle Museum, and helped develop the evaluation standards for preservation motorcycles for the HVA (Historic Vehicle Association). Other judging positions held are: Chief Judge Quail Motorcycle Gathering, Chief Class Judge Pinehurst Concours, Chief Judge at Celebration of the Motorcycle, and Chief Judge Barber Museum AMA Races Concours. He has been a Field Judge at Legend of the Motorcycle, Pebble Beach Concours, Vintage Motorcycle Festival at the LeMay Museum, the Louisville Concours, the Concours at French Lick, and the Radnor Hunt Concours.  Though his primary interest is motorcycles, he also owns several vintage Hot Rods. A reflection upon his youth when he drag raced in the 60’s.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Don has been involved with Corvettes and various Classic vehicles for over 55 years. He is an owner, customizer, restorer and serious Concours judge. He has studied and disassembled numerous vehicles over the past 30 years. His experience with Corvettes including all aspects of National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) stringent requirements dedicated to the restoration, preservation, history and enjoyment of Corvettes has made him one of the most sought-after judges in North America. Don has authentic body and mechanical restoration experience on Corvette’s with extensive knowledge of chassis, interior and mechanical correctness. He has participated in numerous local and regional automotive events. He also judges Antique, Classic, and Muscle cars. He has judged at the Arizona Concours, Cobble Beach Concours, Greenbrier Concours, Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival, Kiawah Island, Louisville and French Lick Concours d’Elegance, and the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance. He has also participated in judging Woodies, Post War European Race Cars, Pre -War European Cars, Honored Marque–Chrysler Corp 1916 - 1973, and Corvettes from 1953 - 1973. 

Don retired recently from seven years of Presidency for Ohio Valley Corvette Association. He is an active member of National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) and MidSouth Mopar. He owns five Corvettes from 1954 through 2018. These include one race car, one custom street rod, and one totally original (unrestored 1965 survivor). Don is currently, restoring a 1963 Plymouth Max Wedge Tribute car and a 1957 Chevrolet 2 Door Sedan 150 Pro Touring.   

YEARS - 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Terry resides in Abbotsford BC. He is a Vintage Car Club of Canada 23 year Senior Judge. He has judged at many Concours including the Steamworks Concours, Crescent Beach Concours and Arizona Concours. He is a returning Cobble Beach Concours judge. Terry is a Vintage car expert in numerous marques. For many years he managed the Johnson Group collection of over 50 vehicles. The collection ranged from early Brass to modern muscle with a heavy influence of CCCA Classics. His current collection includes a 1964 Apollo, a 1957 Bonaguro and several Diana’s. Terry and his wife Donna host many functions for the vintage car community. They are true hobbyists with a genuine passion for motoring history and helping others.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017

BarbaraAnna is the Head Judge for the CCCA Museum Experience as well as for the Metro Region CCCA. She is a Master Judge for several automobile clubs including the Classic Car Club of America, Mercedes Club, and the Packard Club of America, AACA. BarbaraAnna helped to develop a judging program for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center in Stamford, Ct. Formerly Director of the Metro Region CCCA, BarbaraAnna is currently a Chief Class Judge at several National and International Concours d’ Elegances including the Arizona Concours and French Lick Indiana Concours.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

John is a certified vehicle appraiser and the National Head Judge for the Classic Car Club of America, is a Master Judge for several automobile clubs including CCCA, Mercedes, and the Packard Club of America and the AACA. John helped to develop a judging program for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center in Stamford, Ct. John is on the National Board of Classic Car Club of America and is a highly respected judge at a number of National and International Concours d’ Elegances.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Doug Keith has been collecting, restoring and driving collector cars for nearly 50 years. His collection includes Model A Fords, Oldsmobile’s, Chevy trucks from the 50's, Mercedes Roadsters, a Diamond T truck and many "projects" for the future. Mr. Keith has served on the executive of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada since 2001, the executive of the Saskatchewan Association of Automobile Clubs since 2010, the Board of Directors of The Canadian Model A Ford Foundation since 2012, and was President of The Antique Automobile Club of Regina for thirteen years. He has served as Chief Judge for that club for over 20 years, and has judged at the Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance since its inception. Doug is a hands on restorer and does most of his own work.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Conrad LeLièvre P.Eng.CRSP was raised in Reserve Mines, Cape Breton. He was inspired to study engineering by his father, an auto mechanic and autobody man. He obtained his Engineering Diploma from St. Francis Xavier University and in 1975 graduated from the Nova Scotia Technical College with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. During his 28 years working with Michelin, Conrad spent the majority of his time in plant engineering and reliability engineering where he became interested in machine safety and in 2003 obtained his Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation.

As President of the provincial engineering regulatory association, Engineers Nova Scotia, in 2008 Conrad started dialogue with the Registry of Motor Vehicles in Nova Scotia to effect updates to the Motor Vehicle act as they affect the automotive hobbyist. Those updates are currently being studied by government. In 2011 Conrad accepted the position of Nova Scotia Director on the board of the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada (NAACC), a position he currently holds. Conrad is a NAACC National judge. He is a performance car owner and avid muscle car enthusiast. Conrad and his wife, Lorraine, have five children and currently live in New Minas, Nova Scotia, where they have resided for the last 36 years.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Stephan’s fascination with automobiles began as a teenager with his first car, a 1955 Mercury Montclair. Upon graduating from high school, he purchased a Pontiac GTO and the fascination became a life-long passion. Once in college, a wide array of cars were purchased not only as transportation but also to restore and sell to help pay for his education. Among those he wishes he still had today are an AC Ace Bristol, as well as Yenko and Fitch Sprint Corvairs. Multiple Pontiac GTOs and TR2-3-4-250 & 6s were also in the mix. The past 25 years have been spent restoring, driving and showing Jaguar E-Types and Pontiac GTOs. Currently, he is enjoying a 1963 Series I E-Type, a 1969 Series II E-Type and a 1991 NSX.

As the Chief Judge for the Jaguar Club of Greater Cincinnati, Stephan is also a past President of the Club. He served as Chief Judge in 2011 for the Jaguar Club of North America Challenge Championship national meet in Columbus, Ohio. He has had the privilege of participating as a Judge at the Dayton, Indianapolis, French Lick, Louisville, Ault Park Keeneland, Greenbrier and Boonshoft Concours d’Elegances as well as at Hilton Head representing JCNA.

Stephan’s cars have received Concours and major show awards from AACA, POCI, GTOAA, Hilton Head, Keeneland, Ault Park, JCNA and Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals.

YEARS - 2020, 2019, 2018

For the past 3 decades, Mel has been collecting and restoring 1950's American "chrome" cars, 1960's - 70's American muscle cars, and all eras of Corvettes.  He is an active leader with the South Florida Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America  ("AACA") having served as its VP, president and long time treasurer.  Over the years, he has chaired & co-chaired over 60 regional events, and 2 national meets for the AACA.  Since 1995, he is the chairman of the famed Memory Lane exhibit at the Miami International Auto Show (attended by over 600,000), and the Art Deco Weekend on South Beach (attended by over 300,000) every January.  

Mel has served as a judge with the Boca Raton Concours since its inception,  the Lake Mirror Classic, and countless automobile events throughout South Florida.  He takes great pride in mentoring  young members in the automotive hobby, and his personal garage is often a teaching opportunity to those in need of help.   He frequently serves as an appraiser of Corvettes, and is often the source for a rare part or service manual. 

He is the proud owner of a unique collection of Corvettes, all of which have been judged with awards like the NCRS Top Flight, Bloomington Gold, AACA National Senior, and Lake Mirror Classic Best in Show.    The annual award bestowed by the AACA for the finest Corvette of the year is presented in Mel's honor at their national meeting in Philadelphia.

Mel is the principal of a public accounting firm, and when he is not providing tax advice, his passion is cars.  Originally from Minneapolis, where a Corvette was seldom seen by him growing up.  Since 1971, he resides in Miami, where he can be found cruising in one of his Stingrays all year around.

YEARS - 2019, 2017, 2015

Paul Martin is Founder and CEO of DTM Systems Corp in Vancouver. DTM is a BC based IT services company. A life long car nut he started his first Restoration at the age of 20, tackling a 1966 Cutlass Convertible that was purchased for $250.00.

Paul has always had a strong affection for Oldsmobile’s having Restored 9 of the 1968-1972 model to show level perfection. Not limited to just Oldsmobile’s, other muscle cars restored include Mustangs, Camaros and a 1968 Dodge Charger. His proudest achievement was doing a 7-day restoration “Overhaulin” style on his daughters 1992 Volkswagen GTI while she was on vacation as her graduation present. Paul participated in judging at local car events since the 80’s and has been Chief Class Judge at the Steamworks Concours as well as its successor The Crescent Beach Concours in Vancouver BC. Since 2015 Paul has been a part of the Vintage Certification Team for the annual Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals (MCACN) in Chicago focusing on unrestored and original Olds 442’s. Not limited to Restorations Paul was actively involved in Racing in Newfoundland in the early 70’s when The Raindance Formula Atlantic was hosted there as well as several years racing at the Argentia Road circuit. In 1991 and 1992 Paul Participated in car and Drivers “One Lap of America” the legalized successor to the “CannonBall Run”. Todays racing activities are limited to a few track days a year with his Mercedes E63 AMG. The family car DNA is inherited by his son who has designed and built his own Formula D street legal race car. Outside of the car hobby Paul and his wife Heather, divide their time between Whistler BC, North Vancouver and trips in their Vintage Airstream Trailer.

YEARS - 2019, 2018,

Morley McDonald was born in Calgary, AB. His dad was a career military officer. He had the pleasure of living in several cities. One in particular, Washington, D.C., which was his introduction to old cars. It mattered not whether the car was a custom, stock, hotrod or just a beater, he loved them all.

Living in Maryland and Virginia, he had access to racing. This became a weekend

event. With Martinsville being just hours away and several drag strips even closer,

weekends could not come soon enough. While living in Maryland, he became friends with the White family, particularly, Rex White who was NASCAR Champion in 1960.

That was an amazing time for Morley. After seven years, he ended up in Winnipeg

where he began his police career which ended in Victoria BC many years later. He became involved in production of forestry seedlings and later in the trucking industry.

Since living in Penticton BC he has been involved with Vintage Car Club of

Canada and currently serves as Governor and NAACC Rep to the Province of BC.

Morley is a National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada National Judge.

YEARS - 2019. 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

Geoffrey is a CPA, CA and is the Vice President, Finance for Cobble Beach Golf Resort. Geoffrey is an accredited Concours Judge with the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada. Geoffrey is a huge car buff and although a bad golfer, he enjoys the game and detests dishonest players. May the best car win!

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

A car enthusiast from a young age and a National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada Judge, Paul participated as a Judge at the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance each year and also at the 2016 Crescent Beach Concours in Vancouver, B.C. Paul is excited to be involved again at this world class event. Paul has a keen appreciation for early vintage automobiles.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Stephen is a member and recognized judge for the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada. Stephen judged at the inaugural Cobble Beach Concours in 2013 for the Super Car Class. Stephen shares his family’s passion for interesting and historic automobiles and is always intrigued by the automotive industry’s ever-changing market. Steve has owned several cars ranging from American muscle to European sports cars.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Wilfred is a Life Member of the Prince Edward Island Antique Car Club. Over the years he has served as President, Secretary and Car Show Chairman. He has judged at many significant car shows and Concours events including Cobble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Wilfred has been the Editor of the PEIACC Newsletter for the past eight years. He has been part of the car show committee for the past 32 years. He has been the recipient of a President Appreciation award and Tireless Worker award as well as many 1st place awards for his rare 1929 Model A Ford Cabriolet.

Wilfred is the PEI Director/VP for (NAACC) The National Automobile Association of Car Clubs of Canada. He was the first Webmaster for NAACC in 2000. Wilfred is the editor of the NAACC Newsletter publication Cruisin' Canada. One of the many projects Wilfred worked on recently is with a PEIACC fellow club member and Cobble Beach judge Rudy Croken. “We wanted to recognize the first car owned and imported into Canada.” This vehicle was the Ware Steam Carriage built in Bayonne, New Jersey by Elijah Ware and imported by Father Georges Antoine Belcourt of Rustico, P.E.I. in December 1866.

As a young boy Wilfred started restoring cars with his dad. His father Keith (Former NAACC National President) began collecting vehicles in 1960 with a 1928 Ford Model A “AR”. This collection eventually grew to 30 plus vehicles. Wilfred’s car collection today includes vehicles from the early teens to the late sixties. Wilfred and his wife Anita reside outside Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. He is now retired from his position as ‘IT’ Site Manager at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). His favorite judging venue is the Cobble Beach Concours.

YEARS - 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 

For more than 60 years Dale has been involved with automobiles. SCCA racer, restorer, and collector, member of the International Motor Press as a writer and photographer. Dale is a member of the founding committee of the Hilton Head Concours and a judge for more than 10 years. Dale graduated from the Mercedes Benz Concours judging school over 20 years ago. He is a veteran judge at many of the most prestigious shows in the United States. When he is not detailing cars for clients he often can be found in his kitchen cooking a gourmet meal. He is the consummate chef according to many of his close friends.

 

YEARS - 2019

Bill is a retired business owner that specialized in food and pharmaceutical packaging for major consumer product companies in the North East. His interest in British cars began in the late 50’s with Triumphs and Austin Healey’s. He Served as Co-Chair “Judging Committee” for the Hilton Head Concours until moving in 2014, and have judged for the Hilton Head Concours, Pinehurst Concours and local British Shows. He a member of AACA, Vintage Triumph Register, TRA, SCCA and Delaware Valley Triumphs. Bill has owned a 1954 Chevrolet 2 Door Hardtop, 1993 Dodge Viper, and have restored a 1960 Austin Healy Sprite, 1957 TR3, 1959 TR3A. His current project is a body off restoration on a 1973 TR6. The TR3A has been shown at Hilton Head Concours and was a Vintage Triumph Register Gold Award winner. Bill has served as President of The “Low Country Oyster and Motor Driving Society Club” which was the driving force in initiating the “Hilton Head Concours”.

YEARS -2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Mr. Gary Nolan is an industry leader in automotive interior restoration for over 30 years. He heads up a team of expert craftsmen, producing award winning interiors displayed at some of the most prestigious shows throughout Canada and the United States. Exact reproductions of interiors are all completed to the finest detail. Interiors are carefully researched and documented for accuracy. Part of Mr. Nolan's success comes from emphasis on quality materials including the importation of the finest leathers, wools and canvas from around the world. Also very much in demand are the design and fabricating skills of Mr. Nolan, from concept vehicles to pro touring feature cars.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Since 1968 Paul has enjoyed working on, tinkering, restoring cars and helping friends and others with their cars. He has owned a 1963 Pontiac Tempest, 1963 Oldsmobile Super 88, 1966 Chevelle, 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7, 1965/1971/1973/1985/2007 Corvette, and a 1983 Ford Mustang.

Paul is a national recognized Judge for Corvettes since the late 1980’s specialize in 1968-69 and 1970-72 Chassis as well as 1973-1982 Chassis and all other judged areas (Operation, Mechanical, Exterior and Interior). He judges for the National Corvette Restores Society, Bloomington Gold Corvettes, Bloomington Gold Survivor and Collector Cars Zenith Standard among other Corvette judging events. Paul also judges at the Ault Park Concours d’Elegance in Cincinnati, French lick Concours, Cobble Beach Concours Canada, Arizona Concours, Hilton Head Concours as well as the Pinehurst Concours d’Elegance .

He has an eye for fine detail and craftsmanship which was needed in his former job as an Aviation Maintenance Crew Chief USMC and Aviation Maintenance Technician now retired after 40 plus years combined service at Delta Airlines and the Marine Corps.

YEARS - 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

For over 45 years, J. C. O’Steen has restored a wide range of award-winning cars. He has also judged extensively at major national and international events and has taught at judging schools on numerous occasions. J. C. is a recipient of the Lee Iacocca Award for dedication to excellence in perpetuating an American automotive tradition. He and his wife Judy of more than 50 years own a private collection of brass cars, “Classics”, Corvettes, micro cars, race cars and motorcycles. When not immersed in a restoration project, or judging, J. C. practices law as an attorney and certified mediator. 

J.C. is a Chief Judge at the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival. He has judged at many other events including the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, Arizona Concours d’Elegance; Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance; Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance; Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance; Greenbrier Concours d’Elegance; Kiawah Island Motoring Retreat and Concours; Louisville Concours d’Elegance; Classic Car Club of America; Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg Club; Cadillac & LaSalle Club: National Corvette Restorers Society (highest Judging level attainable); He is a former Division Director for Bloomington Gold. Cobble Beach is pleased to welcome J.C.’s return as a judge. 

YEARS - 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Hunt Palmer-Ball has been involved with cars since he was 15 years old. His first contact was literally in his father’s driveway working on his Mother’s 1959 Ford station wagon that needed a new radiator and water pump. This was just the start in what progressed into a long career in fixing and building car engines. Hunt took Automotive Mechanics in vocational school, which prepared him for his first job at the neighborhood Texaco station. While working at the Texaco station he was approached by Burns Ford to be part of the ‘New Car Get Ready Department’. He took that job which lead to an opportunity to be part of the High Performance Department and work with the legendary Buddy Criscoe. Working with Buddy opened the door to become familiar with Muscle Cars and many High Performance race vehicles (Shelby’s, Cobras & BOSS Mustangs). Buddy and Hunt campaigned the Burns Ford 1966 Shelby Mustang at many Drag race events. Hunt purchased his own 1967 Shelby GT350 at this time. He raced the car extensively. He still owns the same car today. Fast forward several years and that found Hunt working for Buddy Criscoe at Criscoe’s Automotive & Machine Shop where he spent several years managing and working on all makes of Muscle cars of the 60’s and 70’s. In 1976 after joining the Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC) he became the president of the Kentucky Region. The cars from Shelby American and high performance cars from Ford became his specialty. He was asked by the SAAC President to write the Concours judging guidelines for 1967 and 1968 Shelby Mustangs. He has built a world around cars by building, judging and appraising them for over 40 years. Hunt has been involved with the Louisville Concours d’Elegance since its beginning either as a Muscle Car Host or Judging the Muscle Car Class (he has been the Muscle Car Chief Class Judge for the Louisville Concours since 2010). He has also judged at the Kirkland Concours d’Elegance, the Concours d’Elegance at French Lick Resort, and the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance Ontario Canada. Hunt is considered to be an expert in Muscle era. He is also versed in modern production and Full Classics. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2015, 2014

For 60 years, Mr. Dean Renwick has been an active participant in the Canadian collector vehicle hobby. In the mid-1960s he was involved with organization and judging at the Antique & Classic Car Club of Canada (A.C.C.C.C.) Concours d’Elegance held annually at Toronto’s Inn on the Park hotel. In the mid 1970's he was involved for a number of years as a Director and Judge at the Ontario Motor League (now CAA)-sponsored Transportation Day event held as part of Toronto’s annual Canadian National Exhibition (CNE). In 1980 Mr. Renwick founded Canada’s largest special interest vehicle appraisal company and continues as President of the company now operating in its thirty-ninth year. In 1988 Mr. Renwick founded Canadian Autoshow Productions to develop and produce an auto show exhibit as part of the 1988 through 1990 Canadian National Exhibitions. In 1996 Mr. Renwick founded the Professional Association of Vehicle Evaluators Inc. (P.A.V.E.) to bring a level of consumer protection to the Canadian special interest vehicle appraisal industry and he continues as the not-for-profit organization’s President and CEO. Mr. Renwick is honoured to accept an invitation to return for the seventh time to the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance as a Judge in 2019. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013

Warren was born in Coaldale Alberta where he was raised on a farm with seven siblings. In Warren’s words, “as soon as I was able to drive at 10 years of age I became the main chauffeur for the family. I was in love with cars and trucks and learned how to operate many different types of equipment.” Warren moved to Calgary Alberta in 1959 and started his career in the transportation industry. He worked for Cascade Carriers for 35 years hauling dry bulk cement for LaFarge across BC, AB and SK. He is very proud of his 40 years and four million miles of safe driving. Warren’s first car was a 1940 Ford. In his early years Warren spent a great deal of time drag racing a 1956 Pontiac at the local drag strip in Calgary, he was considered one of the best! Today Warren enjoys his two Pontiacs, a 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne, and a 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari station wagon. Warren served five years as president for the Alberta Iron Indians Pontiac Club. He is currently a director for both the Specialty Vehicle Association of Alberta and the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada. He is also the Alberta coordinator for the Canadian Coasters cross Canada 2017 tour. Warren is a NAACC National Judge. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015

George Ross started his long career as an automotive restorer/builder at the age of nine by building (with the help of a mentor) a Ford “T bucket” with parts from Byrd Engineering. Fast forward to today fifty-six years later, and he is now the President of Ross’ Restorations, Inc. (www.rossrestorationsinc.com). His restoration shop has produced many award winning vehicles that have been shown and recognized at Pebble Beach, Amelia Island, Meadowbrook, Greenwich, Ault Park and Houston to name a few. His restorations have won numerous awards, including the AACA Cup, the Baumgartner Award, and several Senior Grand National recognitions as well as many best in class and best in show restored at various ISCA venues. George has been judging Concours d’Elegance shows for the last twenty years at such venues as Ault Park, Louisville, The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Celebration of Automobiles, The Arizona Concours d’ Elegance and is the Chief Judge for the Alpine Concorso d’Eleganza in Alpine, N.Y. George and his wife Gale own an eclectic array of automobiles which include early 60’s/70’s Lotuses, Austin A series, Graham-Paige, Ford A’s and many performance vehicles. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014

Roy has been judging for over 35 years. He is a Vintage Car Club of Canada Chief Class Judge. He has helped to mentor many new judges over the past thirty five years. Some of his many judging venues include Expo 86, the former Steamworks Concours, and the Van Dusen Gardens Luxury and Super Car weekend, all in Vancouver, B.C. He is currently a judge for the NAACC, VCCC, Arizona Concours, Crescent Beach Concours, Cobble Beach Concours and the Las Vegas Concours. Roy's working years included hands on employment in the autobody industry. He was also part of the management team for a major extruding and painting facility. This was followed by years of refurbishing heavy duty equipment. Roy went on to build new fire trucks and then finishing off his final years of work refurbishing the Disneyland monorails. Roy also has significant management skills and served on the Board of Directors for the Maple Ridge Credit Union for 19 years. He is also a past Vintage Car Club of Canada executive member. Roy is a true hobbyist. He enjoys driving his cars as often as possible with his wife Susan. Together they have participated in four extended ‘old car’ Coast to Coast driving tours. They also spent six weeks exploring the entire Route 66 Highway in their 1953 Chevy Bel Air convertible. In 2017 Roy and Susan, while traveling on the NAACC Coasters Cross Canada Tour, displayed their 1953 Chevrolet on the show field at the Cobble Beach Concours.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017

Stuart has been in the car collector world for more than 31 years. Fueled by his first visit to Pebble Beach in 1987, he has been collecting and showing cars ever since. His passion began and still remains in exotic cars. Being a long-time member of many car clubs, including the Lamborghini and Maserati Clubs has enabled him to learn about these cars and increase his knowledge and passion for these unique automobiles. As a collector, he has personally owned and logged many miles behind the wheels of the cars that he will be judging. He knows first- hand, many of their favorable traits and idiosyncrasies. Stuart is a member of the Classic Car Club of America, Checkered Flag Lifetime Member of the Petersen Museum, and is the Founder and Chairman of the inaugural Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance.  

YEARS - 2019

I have been active in vintage car racing for over 30 years, both as a mechanic and driver. In 1974, I was introduced to Bugatti’s and began my career as a Bugatti mechanic. I had the opportunity to work in California under Bunny Phillips, a well-known Bugatti expert, and later for Phil Reilly. In 1987 I was offered a position in a Bugatti shop in England where I worked for 6 months, then returned to Colorado and opened my own shop, High Mountain Classic. We specialized in Bugatti’s. The business grew to include other 1920’s and 1930’s French cars such as Delahaye, Delage and Voisin. After 31 years of dealing with the best of the best I retired and sold the business in 2012.

For the past 30 years, I have participated in the Concours world as a Judge. I have been an entrant many times at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, winning numerous awards and a prestigious Best-of-Show. I have judged at numerous Concours events across the USA and Canada. I look forward to returning again this year as a judge at the Cobble Beach Concours. 

YEARS - 2019, 2017, 2013

Ms. Tatios grew up in a family of car guys. She has worked in the auto industry her entire career, and supervises a high-performance European automotive service and restoration facility in Philadelphia. She has been a judge at the Carmel Concours on the Avenue, the Louisville Concours, the Arizona Concours and the Hilton Head Concours, as well as being involved with the organization of the Radnor Hunt Concours d'Elegance. Ms. Tatios has participated in the Mille Miglia in Italy, the New England 1000, and many road rallies across the country. Her interests and knowledge of vintage cars is very broad, as she has either judged, or been involved as an entrant, at every major Concours in the USA..

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2013

James (Jim) Thomas was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to the San Fransisco Bay area at an early age. He grew up riding motorcycles to school and racing short track and scrambles every chance he got. Weekends were spent drag racing his cars. Due to the use of his vehicles he learned repair and restoration at a lighting pace. Jim began collecting antique cars and motorcycles after graduation from the University Of Miami, Florida in 1962. He owned and operated a restoration company for about 10 years where he was 100% hands on. His private collection contains over 100, primarily British, motorcycles and a dozen automobiles from 1913 to 1972. Jim continues to do all the restoration work.  

Jim and his wife Dee, have toured extensively putting well over 100,000 miles on the 1913 Knox alone. They have participated in transcontinental tours, VMCCA tours, pre 1915 motorcycles tours, and vintage sport car rally’s, where he likes to drive one of his favorite restorations; a 1927 BMW 507 Roadster. 

After winning best in class at the 1998 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with his 1913 Mercer Raceabout Jim was asked to judge the following year, and he has continued to do so ever since. Jim also judges at other Concours events across the United States such as Hilton Head Island Concours, Louisville Concours d’Elegance, Kirkland Concours and Boca Raton Concours and he is returning to the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2014 

Mr. Tillson founder of Tillson Motorcars more than 30 years ago, has a history in the car collector world as well as international racing as a driver and car builder. Mr. Tillson and his team have competed in major motor racing events around the world and currently participating in vintage events such as the Mille Miglia , the New England 1000 and various Porsche and Ferrari Club events. Mr. Tillson is the Chief Judge for the Concours on the Avenue in Monterey California and serves as a Chief Class Judge for numerous Concours events including the Hilton Head Concours and the Arizona Concours.

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016,  2013

Mr. Bill Vance has had a lifelong interest in the automobile and its social impact, and has written about the full spectrum of automotive subjects for over 40 years. Mr. Vance's work has appeared in many Canadian and American newspapers, trade and consumer magazines. Mr. Vance syndicated weekly automotive history column has been carried in newspapers across Canada and the United States, and he was editor of the Canadian consumer magazine Carguide for three years. Mr. Vance's memberships include the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (charter member) and Society of Automotive Historians. Mr. Vance was one of three Canadian journalists invited to join the Amsterdam-based International Car of the Century jury that chose the Model T Ford as the twentieth century's most significant car. Mr. Vance has participated in radio and television programs, made presentations at colleges, universities and other organizations, and judged at a variety of automotive events. He has written three books on automotive history: Reflections on Automotive History, Volumes I, II and III. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014

Tom has been in the collector car hobby for more than 4 decades. He has been a Director for the National Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada for over 20 years. Tom is a hands on restorer who does most of his own work. His interests span from early 1930’s vehicles through the 1960’s. He has held many executive positions in various local clubs over the past 40 years. Tom is a NAACC judge. The Cobble Beach Concours is proud to have him serve as a Concours judge in 2018. 

YEARS - 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015