Monday, September 12, 2016

Thrill to the Adventures of Classic Cars







Do your eyes light up when you spot a car, truck, or motorcycle that you identify with adventurous memories? Perhaps it was a trip to the beach in an old pickup truck or a panel truck shown in businesses owned by relatives you never met. 

Car shows and parades are inexpensive to attend. They’re a ritual for cities, towns, beaches, and parks.  They draw guests young and old because of their appeal. Sparking paint jobs, shiny rims, and once-hot features that went out of style are part of the excitement and appeal.

The attractions fit every pocketbook. Events may be within 50 miles of your home and cost little to nothing to attend. Pack a lunch and some drinks for a picnic. Family and friends can enjoy talking about their favorite set of wheels!

Use the experience as a history lesson. What caused certain manufacturers to succeed and still make cars today? How did WWII affect auto manufacturing around the world? 

The family enjoys the summer months when the Western States celebrate classic vehicles. More are scheduled for the year, but June through September provide the best weather for traveling and sightseeing. 
 
Here are some of the favorite cars we spotted. 



What special event or activity did you enjoy in the first three quarters of 2016?




17 comments:

  1. I love the look of those cars! I've never been to a car show but I would love to go to one sometime!

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  2. I'm no gear head by any means, but I love classic cars like this. They had such creative designs back then.

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  3. Those cars look amazing! That was back in the day when cars really had personality. I absolutely adore them!

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  4. My brother-in-law is in a car club, and we have been to a couple of their events. It's time to do it again, because you are right, they are inexpensive yet fun!

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  5. My husband is a total car guy, and after being married to him for over a decade, I have kind of become a car gal. We love a good car show!

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  6. It's definitely nice to go to car shows now and then. People do some amazing work on some of the older models.

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  7. We had a classic car show here a few months ago during a 3 day parade event. They look impeccable. We've been to the fireworks a few times, parades, flea markets, amusement park, hiking. Lots of fun things.

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  8. What a cool car show! I love going to events that showcases fun things!

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  9. That's pretty amazing! I am not a huge fan of cars but it's always nice to attend car shows especially ones that feature classic cars!

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  10. How awesome. These are some beautiful cars. My husband and oldest are really into cars and they'd love this. Classic cars are beautiful to look at ! -Jeanine

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  11. How fun it this! I love looking at classic cars!

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  12. My kids love classic cars. There's nothing like a great car show.

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  13. I don't have too many vehicles in my past that make me light up. I wish I did! Maybe an old farm truck but that's about it haha

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  14. I enjoy seeing old Dodge Darts. I grew up with my dad always having them so it makes me feel at home when I'm around them.

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  15. Wow! this reminds me so much of my grandfather. He loves vintage cars so much!

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  16. I do light up when I see a car that evokes a memory or two. You've got some beauties listed here!

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