Archive for May, 2008

The car show was too cool for words and only pictures could do it justice but, unfortunately, some tool (me) was ill prepared with his camera, failing to capture all of the great rods, customs, classics and exotics that were on hand. I have the worst luck with cameras and it is time to get a new one. The Classic Legends Car Club put on a great show and the variety and quality of the top notch cars was astounding. Ferrari, Lambourgini and a DeLorean were all on hand. There were tons of vintage and old school rods and everything in between. The cars at this show had some of the coolest kustom work I have seen in a long while. Next year I promise to do a better job with the pictures and I highly recommend going to this awesome event even if you do not have a car to show.

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These are just a few of the great cars, My camara died before I could get more pictures of all the great cars.

Technorati Tags: rods, customs, classics, exotics, Classic Legends Car Club, Ferrari, Lambourgini, vintage, old school rods, kustom

The IHRA is not as cool as the NHRA, but it’s still is an enjoyable time. My daughters decided it was more important to play with friends so Mikey, my Dad and I headed down to Milan Drag way on Sunday. Even though my Dad could really care less about watching drag racing, the three of us had a great time. Now, Mikey loves all things mechanical and being that he has never seen or heard 8,000 horses car in action, I knew it would be a real treat for both of us. We did the walk through the pits and checked out different spots along the track. When our legs started to get tired, we settled down right at the starting line and watched a good 45 minutes of runs. Up next was the nitro burning funny cars and I told Mikey we should watch a few more runs before we moved. All day long he wanted to see the big dogs run and this was finally his chance. He knew they were loud and fast and when they fired up, his face lit up. By the time they did the first burn out he was at the front row holding his ears. The ground and grand stands pounded and he just grinned. He was thoroughly sastified with the raw power and I was thrilled just to see his face; it made the trip out to Milan well worth the trip.

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Nitro Burning Funny Car Burnout

Technorati Tags: IHRA, Milan Drag way, 8, 000 horses, pits, nitro burning funny cars

This weekend looks to be a great one. The IHRA is at Milan Dragway May 23-25. I plan on taking the kids Saturday and then head up to Brighton on Monday to the Classic Legends Charity Car Show. I will be sure to take a lot of pictures. Have a safe and great weekend.

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May 23-24, 2008 Cars in the Park Northport, MI 49670 Open to all types of vehicles Friday May 23, 2008 Friday night cruise starting @ 7:00pm Saturday May 24, 2008 Registration from 9:00am to 1:00pm Trophies to top 25 entries For more information contact: Tom Van Pelt 231-386-5234 overlook@coslink.net

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May 23-24 Lane Automotive Car Show 8300 Lane Drive. Watervliet, MI Everyone here is gearing up for the 20th Annual Lane Automotive Car Show and Cruise Night May 23-24! The dash plaques have been ordered, the tents are reserved, and the manufacturers’ representatives have been contacted. The 40th Anniversary Circle will highlight the cars of 1968 this year. The Noisefest plans are well underway, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed for good weather. Make plans now to come out and join in the fun!

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May 24, 2008 Car Show On The Lake Hours: 10am to 4pm Location: Community of Christ Church Campgrounds, 3500 N. West River Rd. , Sanford, MI 48657 Top 5 Awards, People’s Choice Award, Best of Show. Also Craft Show, Chicken BBQ Lunch, Kids Carnival, Auction, Quilt Raffle. Camping & Food Available Fees: Donations Only Contact Info: Leslie — BlondieLD@Hotmail.com

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May 24, 2008 Putters Paradise Car Show and Swap Meet 8am-3pm 1114 S. Winter ST. Adrian, MI 49221 call 517-266-1407 or email puttersparadise@gmail.com

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May 26, 2008 Classic Legends Charity Car Show Brighton High School, Brighton, MI mopardorset@comcast.net

A wide variety of cars were on hand at the first ever Varsity Ford Car Show in Ann Arbor, MI. The weather was calling for rain, but the day stayed nice and pleasant. Raffles and trophies were on hand and I was hoping to when the crate motor, but no such luck. With food and music spun by Rock N Ronnie it really made for a great atmosphere. For a car dealer lot that is normally packed with new models it was nice to see it filled with older cars. The swap area had some good buys and the dealer had some great Ford parts on hand, too. I wish my camera was working better to get some pictures of the Drag Mustangs that were on display. Varsity Ford spared no expense and they made plenty of room for the event to take place. I will be looking forward to the next event they will host and encourage you to check it out.

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I plan on attending the the car show at Varsity Ford this Saturday, because it is less than 2 miles from the shop. If you are attending any of the other shows this weekend and take pictures, send them to me and I would be glad to post them for you.
mleighto@carshowkiosk.com

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SATURDAY

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May 17, 2008 Great Lakes Volkswagon Association, US 131 Bug Run 131 Knoll-Gas Motorsports Park Martin, Mi.

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May 17, 2008 9th Annual Spring Auto Thing Car Show 12:Noon- 5:PM, Saturday In parking lot of Fluidsystems Engineeering 18855 E. 14 Mile Road. Clinton Twp. MI. (on 14 mile road between Gratiot and Groesbeck) No registration, Hooters Girls, 50/50, BBQ, DJ, Prizes, Dash Plaques Contact: 586.790.8880 ask for Frank

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May 17, 2008 Cruisin’ For A Cure Car and Bike Show Nouvel Catholic Central H.S. Saginaw Township email:cancer_rfl@yahoo.com

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May 17, 2008 Blessing of the Wheels Car Show 9am-2pm at the St. Josephs Church parking lot @ N. Sherman and Second St., Bay City ,Mi. $10 donation to show your car and the proceeds go to St. Josephs Church. Trophies and Food available . For more info,call Terry Kemp@989-894-0832

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May 17, 2008 Crestwood High School 2nd Annual Car Show 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Crestwood High School. Dearborn Heights (Ford Rd. and Beech Daly)

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May 17, 2008 USMA and Varsity Ford Free Car Show and Swap Meet
8- 4pm Corner of Wagner and Jackson Ave. Raffle, Welcome bags, DJ, Concessions, Dash Plaques, Trophies. Swap spaces call: Joe Sabo 734-996-2300

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SUNDAY

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May 18, 2008 Widetrackers - 20th Annual Spring Dust-OFF Car Show For Pontiac’s, Oakland’s and GMC’s all makes and years. Location: Springfield Oaks County Park. Davisburg, Mich. Preregister by May 3rd for only $15. Car show, swap spaces, car corral, DJ, food, 50/50 and door prizes. Dash plaques for 1st 200 cars. Goodie bags for 1st 100 cars. Map and flyer at www.widetrackers.com. Call Rich for info (810) 667-8766 or Email rdabrow648@charter.net

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May 18, 2008 Toledo Area Street Rods 35th Annual Fun Run Mary Jane Thurston State Park / Grand Rapids, OHIO more info: Larry Jacobs 419-476-4557 or Rick Saam 419-353-1938