Many people admire classic and antique cars from a distance and never take the plunge into the rewarding world of ownership. When fans actually do transform themselves from lookers to drivers, they are often surprised to see just how busy the classic car circuit is throughout the year. Even in the depths of winter, car [...]
All classic car lovers out there get ready; the Cavalcade of Customs is back!
The end of one year marks the beginning of another. What that means to any classic car aficionado is that the calendars have been released for all of the classic car shows that will be held in 2010.
The Benefits Of Attending Local Car Shows
The ice cream shop around the corner has a classic car show once a month. It is nothing fancy and prizes are not necessarily attached with this particular event.
If you have a classic car you will almost certainly want to show it off – it may not be the reason you bought it in the first place, but when you have a classic car you want people to know about it. The ultimate epitome of showing off in the world of classic cars [...]
Joining a club is one of the best ways of truly enjoying a pursuit of any kind. If you are a keen sports fan, you may well join a club – even if you don’t or can’t play you may find that the social life involved more than makes up for the lack of activity. [...]
You are not much for joining clubs and attending meetings, but you are a huge classic car enthusiast. In fact, you have a project car sitting in your garage right now and are itching to finish it up and get it on the road. If finding the right parts or a lack of restoration knowledge [...]
Once upon a time, in France, people used to travel by horse and cart. These were the rich people, mind you, so it was almost as important to have a horse and cart that looked good as a combination that got you from A to B. Inevitably, this became a matter for competition, and the [...]
If you own a speed machine from days gone by and are itching to drive it as it was meant to be, the Vintage Auto Racing Association might be right up your alley. This unusual classic car club gives members an opportunity to race against others on high-speed tracks and in other organized events.
If you’re one of those people that attend classic car shows just to drool, you’re not alone. There are plenty out there who sit on the fence of this hobby, looking in but never quite joining. If you’re just not sure buying, restoring and showing off a classic is for you, there are some things [...]
There’s just something so rewarding about having another person’s eyes stick to your ride like glue. When you own a classic or antique car, this isn’t exactly out of the ordinary. Imagine having those eyes not only appreciate the beauty of your ride, but also what’s under the hood and the history behind the machine.
The Classic Car Club of America is a nonprofit organization that exists to help its members share information about foreign and domestic cars that were built during the period of 1925 and 1948. Operating under this strict time frame, the club is considered a valuable resource for enthusiasts who manage to get their hands on [...]
While some classic car enthusiasts might find their favorite vehicle doesn’t fit the entry requirements for some membership organizations, the Antique Automobile Club of America takes a more encompassing approach to defining what makes a vehicle a classic or not. This membership organization defines “antique” as being 25 years or older.
It doesn’t matter whether you’ve already picked up a classic car to restore or you have your eyes set on buying one, there are likely some questions that are keeping up late at night. Where should you go to find parts? How much “modification” can you pull off without devaluing your car? Where can you [...]
Combine beautifully restored classic automobiles with a live music show and you’ve got an event that will draw car and music lovers from near and far. It’s a wildly successful combination that is enjoyed at many different events across the country.
Kids are never too young to be introduced to the classics … music, art and literature, that is. It’s remarkably easy to provide small children with exposure to these areas, even if you’re not very familiar with them yourself. You’ll not only both enjoy the experience but will know that you’re contributing to [...]