September 3-5 Miller-Meteor Reunion

[Tony Karsnia]

Maybe you’ve heard of it. Perhaps you’ve read about it. You might even have participated in it once or twice previously. One thing is for sure: You won’t want to miss it this year. Of course, we’re talking about
THE MILLER-METEOR REUNION!

That’s right, a THIRD Reunion will be staged! This spectacular professional car event, scheduled for Labor Day weekend in the Piqua, Ohio area, is sure to attract many enthusiasts with it’s enticing agenda that includes tours of two modern professional car manufacturing plants, a stop at C/W Coach Sales in Cincinnati, dinner with Miller-Meteor retirees, visits to the former Meteor and Miller-Meteor plants in Piqua, and a professional car show in conjunction with the Piqua Heritage Festival. And if that’s not enough for you, we’ve been sure to allow plenty of time for the “parking lot social sessions” that make any get-together simply priceless.

Our host hotel will be the same facility that was home to us during the 2004 and 2007 Reunions, the Piqua Comfort Inn. This hotel is conveniently located just off I-75 and has proven to be a perfect location. The hospitality is down-home comfortable, there are many restaurants (and even a shopping mall) nearby, a large parking lot for our cars, and an indoor heated pool for those who desire to take a swim after the day’s events. The Comfort Inn has extended a very special rate of $60.00 (plus tax) per night to us. This is for double occupancy with two queen beds or one king bed. Make reservations directly with the Comfort Inn by calling (937) 778-8100. Mention Miller-Meteor to receive the special rate. To learn more about the hotel, google Comfort Inn Piqua.

The 2009 Miller-Meteor Reunion Agenda:

Wednesday, September 2
Arrive in the Piqua area

Thursday, September 3
8:00 A.M. Leave Comfort Inn for trip to Eagle Coach plant in Amelia. www.eaglecoachcompany.com
*All transportation is on your own. Carpooling is encouraged.
Following the tour, we will proceed to C/W Coach Sales in Cincinnati
www.cwcoach.com
Lunch stop: Cici’s Pizza buffet in Cincinnati.
Once we’ve arrived back in Piqua later in the day, dinner will be on your own. An evening social will be held at Caserta’s Bar.

Friday, September 4
10:00 A.M. Leave Comfort Inn for trip to Accubuilt plant in Lima.
www.accubuilt.com
Following the 1:00 P.M. tour, we will return to Piqua.
7:00 P.M. Dinner with Miller-Meteor retirees at China East Restaurant.

Saturday, September 5
8:45 A.M. Leave Comfort Inn for trip downtown Piqua to the former Meteor and Miller-Meteor plants. Entry inside the facilities is not guaranteed.
After photography sessions at the plants, we will proceed out to the Piqua Heritage Festival where our cars will be on special display. To learn more about the Festival, see www.piquaheritagefestival.com.
Saturday evening dinner will be on your own. An evening social will be held at Caserta’s Bar.

The Reunion officially concludes on Saturday evening, but the Heritage Festival continues until Labor Day.

If you have questions or would like more information about THE 2009 MILLER-METEOR REUNION, please contact Tom Caserta, Reunion Chairman, at (937) 570-011.

See you in Piqua!

[Mike Stevens]

First let me say I own a Miller-Meteor coach. This will be my 3rd Miller-Meteor Reunion. Now for my unbiased opinion.
The first two reunions were great! I can not imagine this one being anything less. Meeting the retirees that built our coaches is always a good time. This is one of those meets you won't want to miss. You will kick yourself later if you do. I talked to Tom Caserta today and he says there are still some things being planned to insure a good time is had by all. With his enthusiasim for this meet I am sure it will be one for the PCS history book.
The Piqua, Ohio area has a lot of Meteor Motor Car Co. and Miller-Meteor history.
The organizers are doing their best for us so lets do ours for them and attend what will be a very memorable meet.
Mike

[Richard Vyse]

I would love to attend this with my Lifeliner. Have to check the finances and see where we are after the Int'l Meet and to see how my rig did on the long haul to Michigan.

Richard

[John Royark JR]

I would love to go but I know it isnt in the cards this year.:mad:
I also have a Miller-Meteor, well kinda. It was actually built by Collins after they bought the M-M name.:eek:

[Steve Lichtman]

...he says there are still some things being planned to insure a good time is had by all...How many of them involve questioning by the Piqua Police? ;)

Dad and I (and Pate) are going to try to make it, I put in a "leave" request from work for that weekend.

[Jerry Jacobson]

How many of them involve questioning by the Piqua Police? ;)

Hey,it was part of the fun last time!

[Mike Stevens]

Steve you have to remember that Jeremy was there. I have been to other meets without police assistance Jeremy was not at these. Then I have been to meets with Jeremy and the police (or sheriff) was in 'contact' with us. I think it is a Jeremy thing.
This will be the 30th anniversary of the plant closing. Tom Caserta told me they actually closed on a Labor Day weekend.
The city Heritage Festival will be in full swing too. So come enjoy MM history, Ohio State, and local history too.
Mike

[Ron Devies]

I will for sure be there if I'm not in prison, I might even have a M-M there as well.;)