Dave Jenkins

A photo of the members of the Ann Arbor Timing Association taken in 1954. Dave Jenkins, who is kneeling, third from left in the photo, was a founding member of the club. Started by a bunch of high-school kids studying at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor the guys had a lot of fun, and they were treated like a bunch of rebels. The customized 1949 Ford in the photo belonged to Elwood Peterson, who appears kneeling second from left. According to Fred Thomas, Peterson's Ford was a visual treat with its chopped Carson style top. Photo from The Dave Jenkins Photo Collection.

Dave Jenkins' 1950 Chevrolet

Dave Jenkins' 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air

David's tombstone. Photo courtesy of Fred Thomas.

David C. Jenkins (November 9, 1937 - September 26, 2016) was born in Coldwater, Michigan. As a boy Dave loved custom cars, even before he could drive. He was a founding member of the Ann Arbor Timing Association. The club was started by a bunch of high-school kids studying at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. According to Dave, the guys had a lot of fun, and they were treated like a bunch of rebels. Later on Dave went on to become a member of Midwest Customs and Kustoms of America.

Dave served in the Army National Guard from 1960-1966. He retired from Michigan Bell Telephone Company and then owned Jenkins Telephone Service.

After a long and painful battle with cancer, Dave passed away at home in Ypsilanti, Michigan September 26, 2016, 79 years old.

Dave Jenkins' Cars

Dave Jenkins' 1950 Chevrolet
Dave Jenkins' 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air
Dave Jenkins' 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air