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April 2009

April 30, 2009 Glenn and Joann Dura went to Orange County Choppers for a car show put on by Street Life Auto Club, as part of Orange County Choppers 10th Anniversary Celebration. It was a Benefit For: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Newburgh, NY(3 pages)

April 30, 2009 These are pics of Traffic Car Club's Lowdown in Uptown. This show was open to all pre 1969 cars and bikes. There were 11 bands playing on 2 stages. Bart Mitchell Upland, CA (3 pages)

April 30, 2009 Nostalgia Funny Car Fever came to Sacramento Saturday. Jack Beckman, who had the weekend off from NHRA, came to drive the Lee Jennings Camaro funny car. Unfortunately Jack hit the guardrail on both sides, stood the car on its nose and then ended up side down. Dean Court Sacramento, CA (3 pages)

April 29, 2009 From the Pacific Coast Highway all the way to the pier, classic cars and Hot Rods lined Main Street through the middle of Seal Beach. This was the setting for the 22nd Annual Seal Beach Classic Car Show, presented this year, by the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce. Story and Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Seal Beach, CA (1 page)

April 29, 2009 On Sunday, April 26th 2009, hundreds of classic cars, hot rods, trucks and a sprinkling of motorcycles descended upon Johnny Carson Park in Burbank, California for the Annual Burbank Kiwanis for Fun Car Show and Arts and Crafts Fair. Les Bateman Burbank, CA (1 page)

April 29, 2009 These are pictures of the Tidewater Street Rod Assoc. 36th Annual Colonial Williamsburg Rod Run. Pictures By Bing Gatewood Williamsburg, VA (2 pages)

April 29, 2009 Bing Gatewood sent us some pictures of The Spring Dust Off, Sponsored by Virginia Chevy Lovers, Ltd. in Smithfield, VA. Smithfield, VA (2 pages)

April 28, 2009 The Roaders Car Club puts on a monthly car show which takes place at what was once the Bob's Big Boy Restaurant on Glenoaks Blvd.in Glendale, CA. Ed Krebs Glendale, CA (1 page)

April 28, 2009 Saturday, April 24, 2009 was a beautiful day in Somerset, Kentucky. There were two reasons for that! Reason #1 -it was a close to perfect weather-sunny and in the 80's. Reason # 2 it was Somernites Cruise opening day for 2009. Bobby Rowe Somerset, KY (1 page)

April 28, 2009 Wayne and I attended a Family Benefit Car & Bike show in Punta Gorda, Florida held at the Muscle Car City. If you haven't had a chance to see the 200 cars inside, put that trip on your calendar. Judy Newkirk, Jacksonville Rod Runners Punta Gorda, Fl (2 pages)

April 28, 2009 Another beautiful day on the waterfront in Benicia for the 16th Annual Benicia High School Panther Band Car Show. About 400 hot rods, classic cars and trucks, fire trucks and race cars dropped in to enjoy a wonderful day and support the high school students and their band. Bob Choisser Benicia, CA (2 pages)

April 28, 2009 About 50 hot rodders and race cars and classics rides, showed up on a great day in the sunshine in Vacaville to donate their dollars and time to help Rick Sokol, owner of Vacaville Trailer Sales, walk again. Vacaville, CA (1 page)

April 28, 2009 On a cloudy day in Central Wisconsin we attended the Jefferson Swap Meet and Car Show. Fuzzy Jefferson, Wisconsin (1 page)

April 28, 2009 It was a great spring day (80 degrees and sunny) at the Electric City GTO's show in New York. .The weather may cool off but the cars are hot. Enjoy, Vince Caterina Ballston Spa, New York (1 page)

April 28, 2009 The Mild to Wild Car Show continues to be a premier show for the Northwest. The show showcases a wide range of cars & motorcycles as well as vendors presenting their wares. Hope you enjoy the photo's. Andy Lindsay Tacoma, WA (1 page)

April 28, 2009 These are pics of the Spring Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet & Corral in Carlisle, PA. Myself, John and Bob attended this 5day show April 22 -26. The weather was perfect for this show. All the car corral spots were sold out and the remainder of the 100 acres were filled with vendors. Tony Tornabe Carlisle, PA (1 page)

April 27, 2009 The 36th Annual Colonial Williamsburg Rod Run was a great show. There was over 200 cars, great weather, good food, lots of fun things to do and best of all seeing old friends after the winter. Spencer and Betty McCarty Williamsburg, VA. (1 page)

April 27, 2009 I love cars and car shows and have been taking pictures at shows for the better part of the last 10 years. Here are some pictures of the Darryl Starbird’s Car Show in Wichita, Kansas that took place in January. Travis Scanlan Wichita, Kansas (3 pages)

April 27, 2009 The April Showers Show and Shine was held for the 9th annual time in Burlington, WA. and this time it was a sunny day! Over one hundred rides arrived and displayed their beauty for the spectators. Brian Curtis Burlington, WA (1 page)

April 27, 2009 Besides all the spectacular vehicles 1948 and earlier, there were lots of other activities for the whole family to enjoy at the Western Street Rod Nationals in Bakersfield, CA. The Commercial Exhibitors, Food and great weather. John Stimac Bakersfield, CA(3 pages)

April 27, 2009 Car shows are now in full swing. I ventured up to Bakersfield for the NSRA Western Street Rod Nationals with several of the Ventura Highwaymen Car Club. We had a great time looking at cars and seeing old friends. Sam Flowers Bakersfield, CA(5 pages)

April 27, 2009 The 2009 Cruise-in Season Officially kicked off on Saturday April 25, 2009 as the newly formed Southeastern Kentucky Cruisers Car Club held its first weekly cruise-in at Hardee’s Restaurant located on Hwy 192 in Beautiful London, Ky. Jack Roberts London, KY(1 page)

April 27, 2009 You always know it’s Car Show time in NJ when The Garden State Region MUSTANG Club presents “Blue Oval Over Butler" Show at the Route 23 Ford & Nissan Automall .. NJoy the show....Big Al Butler, NJ(3 pages)

April 24, 2009 The 20th Annual Kool April Nites was great. I went to some of the Pre-shows on Wednesday and helped set up a car in the convention center on Thursday. Todd Evans Redding, Ca(2 pages)

April 24, 2009 The Spring Grand Rod Run is the kick-off event to a new season of car shows in the area. This is one of the largest car shows in the Southeast. There are thousands of cars to look at, and vendors of all kinds. Enjoy the pictures! Darren Pate Pigeon Forge, Tn(3 pages)

April 24, 2009 Shoreline Drive in downtown Long Beach California came alive with the roar of exhaust from race cars again for the 35th time as over 175 thousand fans of auto racing packed the 200-mph straightaway for six racing events April 16-19. Story and Photographs By James Drew Long Beach, Ca(3 pages)

April 24, 2009 "If you ever head to Texas for the Lone Star Round Up, be sure to find a way to attend Reggie Hill's annual "Before the Round Up" Get Together. Richard "Too Low" Haas Austin, Texas(1 page)

April 23, 2009 The TN Baptist Children's Home had their 8th Annual, Car/Truck/Motorcycle show with a special vehicle display from Alan Jackson's private collection. Butch Pate Brentwood, Tn(2 pages)

April 23, 2009 The Swedish Village of Kingsburg, CA had their 15th annual car show. April 18th . There were over 340 cars and trucks lining the streets. There was also great food and entertainment. Roland Feyma Kingsburg, Ca (1 page)

April 22, 2009 Glenn and Joann Dura attended the 1st Strictly Corvettes Car Show in Atlantic City, NJ over the weekend. Check out their pictures. Atlantic City, NJ (4 pages)

April 22, 2009 Here are some pictures of the Spring Dust Off held in Smithfield,VA. by the Virginia Chevy Lovers club. Debra Cheek Smithfield, Va (1 page)

April 22, 2009 Here are some pictures of the cars that showed up for the 1st. Saturday night cruise in at the Harley Davidson on rt.17 in Yorktown, VA. Put on by the Classic Cruisers Car Club every Saturday night. Debra Cheek Yorktown, Va (2 pages)

April 21, 2009 On Sunday, April 19th 2009 the 24th Annual Fabulous Fords car show took over a good portion of the Knott’s Berry Farm parking lot in Buena Park, California. Les Bateman Buena Park, CA (2 pages)

April 21, 2009 These are pictures of the 2nd Annual York High School Falcons Car Show in Yorktown, VA from Spencer and Betty McCarty Yorktown, VA(1 page)

April 21, 2009 Fourteen Jacksonville Rod Runners attended a wonderful car show on Saturday, April 19th. The Fruit Cove Baptist Church held its 9th Annual Car Show and Spring Fest on the church grounds. Judy Newkirk, Jacksonville Rod Runners Jacksonville, Fl (3 pages)

April 21, 2009 Here are some photos I took at the River Cruizers, 10th Annual Spring Hot Rods & Harleys, Car Show held at the AVI Hotel & Casino in Laughlin, NV. Dennis Hemingway Laughlin, NV (4 pages)

April 21, 2009 Debbie Baker has been the driving force behind Cruisin For A Cure, the country’s largest one day car show/cruise, whose income all goes toward finding a cure for prostate cancer. She formed this effort when her husband, Jim, was diagnosed with this dreaded disease some 10 years or so ago. Sadly, the cancer took Jim recently. Debbie threw a party to honor his memory in Irvine, Ca on April 18, and it was one of the greatest tributes that I have ever witnessed. Thadd McNamara Irvine, Ca (1 page)

April 21, 2009 Well we had another great "Cruise On Central Ave" this Saturday with 2000 cars and wall to wall people to enjoy all the great cars. Bobby Royal Phoenix, AZ (1 page)

April 21, 2009 Here are photos of the 19th Annual NSRA Appreciation Day in Lathrop, California, April 18Th 2009, held at Sangalang Park in Lathrop, California, Hosted by the Modesto area street rods. Photos by Fredric R Childers Lathrop, CA (3 pages)

April 20, 2009 Boy how time fly's...here it is the start of another show season. This weekend it is Classics & Chrome for the Keith Country Day School in Loves Park, Illinois. Fuzzy Loves Park, Il (2 pages)

April 20, 2009 Easter time is spring colors, happy times, visiting family & friends and doing a little showin’ off! Cool Cruise fits right in. This exceptional event has put The City of La Verne on the map! LD Johnson and his staff of tireless volunteers, including Doug Lorimer and Janet Jewell, do a great job. Story and Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz La Verne, CA (2 pages)

April 20, 2009 These are pictures of the Over the Hill Gang-Havasu annual picnic at Windsor Beach in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. John Stimac Lake Havasu City, AZ (1 page)

April 20, 2009 These are pics of The River Cruizers 10th Annual HOTRODS & HARLEY'S 2009 SPRING RUN sent to us by John Stimac Laughlin, NV (2 pages)

April 20, 2009 A spring get together at painters Grinding shop, the premier machine shop for vw`s in the Denver area had a show for anyone that was interested in vws. Mike Bourg Denver, CO (1 page)

April 20, 2009 Well the weather in Western Kentucky is finally getting nicer. Paulette and I were able to attend Pennyrile Classic Car Club's Easter Cruise-in. Dale Satterlee Hopkinsville, KY (1 page)

April 17, 2009 Hi Folks, A few of my good friends from Long Island Street Rod Assoc. and I attended the Barrett-Jackson auction in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday, as well as my brother. Here are only a few photos from this year’s 3day event. Tony Tornabe Palm Beach, Fl (1 page)

April 16, 2009 The 12th Annual Viva Las Vegas Car Show was held at The Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas. Cars are strictly pre-63 and have to be in a style from that era. Michael Bourg attended the Event and took these pictures for us. I hope you enjoy.... Las Vegas, Nv (6 pages)

April 16, 2009 Here are some Pics from Downunder of our Australian Street Rod Nationals, from Thursday April 9th to Monday April 13th at Goulburn NSW about an hours drive from our Nations Capital Canberra. Steve Jones Goulburn NSW Australia (3 pages)

April 16, 2009 We just held our 36th annual rod run. It is put on by the Red River Street Rod Association and held at Roadway Inn located in Bossier City, Louisiana. Photos are by Bill Steiner, club member for about 10 years. Bossier City, LA (1 page)

April 15, 2009 I received a call from Leslie Long to inform me about the Santa Ana Drags and Main Street Malt Shop reunion and picnic. I had never heard of the event and Leslie told me that it had been going on for about three decades or maybe more. Story by Richard Parks, photographic consultants Jim Miller & Roger Rohrdanz Orange, CA (1 page)

April 15, 2009 Went to New Zealand in late February and early March for a couple of car shows and one was in Dunedin which is on the South island. There was about 500 cars and the weather was excellent which the locals said was pretty rare. Had a great day and Dunedin is a beautiful city and well worth the trip. Many Thanks, Bruce Morris Dunedin New Zealand (3 pages)

April 15, 2009 The 2nd Annual Pico Rivera Car Show took place the last weekend in March. The show was put on by the Together Car Club and J.R. Entertainment at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena. Pictures By Bart Mitchell Pico Rivera, Ca (8 pages)

April 15, 2009 I couldn't make the trip to the Charlotte Autofair event because of a pinched nerve in my hip But, a friend of mine (Richard Lamirande) from Hopkinsville, Ky took these pictures for us to enjoy. Dale Satterlee Charlotte, NC (1 page)

April 15, 2009 Zed Zedoman sent us pictures of a Show & Shine at Bayside Harley Davidson in Portsmouth, VA hosted by the Mustang and Ford Club. Portsmouth, Va (1 page)

April 14, 2009 The Super Chevy Show brought the 29th Annual “Feel the Power” Tour to Auto Club Dragway, March 27-29, 2009. Pictures By Bart Mitchell Fontana, Ca (8 pages)

April 14, 2009 Went to the AmeriCARna car show that was on the last weekend in February and what a great show it was with cars from all over New Zealand. Pics By Bruce Morris New Plymouth, New Zealand (7 pages)

April 14, 2009 The 8th Annual La Verne Cool Cruise took place in Old Town La Verne. There was fun for everyone, and over 1,000 vehicles on display. Door prizes, Live Entertainment and Food. Pictures By Bart Mitchell La Verne, CA (11 pages)

April 13, 2009 These pictures were sent to us via Ray Schuler. They were taken by a friend of Ray’s cousin, Gary in Del Mar. “So much for the bad economy,,,,,,,,,,,,, there were 4 times more cars and people than any other year” Del Mar, CA (1 page)

April 13, 2009 Over 1900 street rods were on hand at the State Fair Park when the National Street Rod Association presented its 26th Annual Southwest Street Rod Nationals. Pictures By Dan Ballow Oklahoma City, OK (1 page)

April 13, 2009 The start of the car show season is always the Saturday before Easter when The Early Ford V8 Club of Peoria, Illinois puts on their Annual Nostalgic Auto Show at the event center in East Peoria. Fuzzy Peoria, Illinois (1 page)

April 13, 2009 Stopped by the LATE GREAT CHEVYS of Dallas “21st Annual CRUISE NIGHTS 2009” at “Rock-N-Rogers Diner” in Plano, TX. This show features the best mix of Muscle, Restored, Specialty, Vintage Cars and Trucks in the Metroplex. I hope you NJoy the Pics ……. Big Al !! Plano, Texas (1 page)

April 10, 2009 I can’t believe it’s the 9th year of this event, well “time flies when your having fun”. The Goodguys certainly do have fun at their Car Show at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Story & Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Del Mar, CA (1 page)

April 10, 2009 The Cool Car Cruise in Bremerton, Washington is back. It is held the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Westsound Bank 6th & Pacific, in the parking lot, April through September. There were approximately 100 cars or so April 7. Enjoy the few photo's of the latest event. Andy Lindsay Bremerton, WA (1 page)

April 9, 2009 The Portland Swap Meet is one of our favorite swap meets.... it’s just HUGE ...about 4500 spaces at the expo center and about 1 mile away at Portland International Raceway there’s an “overflow” swap meet with hundreds more spaces. Hotrodhotline.com usually has a booth at Portland but this year we decided to just “walk” the swap meet and visit with friends and some of our advertisers. Portland, OR (1 page)

April 8, 2009 Bing Gatewood sent us these pictures taken by his friend John at the Charlotte Auto Fair Spring Meet at lowe's Motor Speedway. There were thousands of beautiful and rare automobiles for sale and on display. Charlotte, NC (2 pages)

April 8, 2009 This was supposed to be a senior project for Del Valle High School senior Louis Cabrera….he wanted to put on a car show and donate the proceeds to Safe Place, a non-profit group that helps victims of sexual and domestic abuse. Richard "Too Low" Haas Austin, Texas (1 page)

April 7, 2009 These are pictures of the Daytona Spring Car Show and Swap Meet which took place at the Daytona Speedway. Pics By Jim Grobe Daytona Beach, Fl (5 pages)

April 7, 2009 Del Mar, California has long been the playground of the rich and famous; for the past 9 years it has also been the setting for the Good-Guys Del Mar Nationals. The beautiful and renowned Del Mar Fairgrounds provided an idyllic backdrop for thousands of the finest cars in the nation to gather. Les Bateman Del Mar, Ca (4 pages)

April 6, 2009 Here are some pictures from the first night of Cruisin' Grand Ave in Escondido, CA. This event takes place every Friday night from April to Sept. and draws over 400 cars and trucks weekly. Ron Podsiadly Escondido, Ca (1 page)

April 6, 2009 We went to the Good-Guys Del Mar Nationals Car Show to check out the cool rods and customs. It was great weather and there were plenty of great cars to see. Ron Podsiadly Del Mar, Ca (2 pages)

April 6, 2009 Another "California Dreaming" day in Simi Valley at the annual Harley’s and Hot Rods show sponsored by Da Rod Shop and Butch's Custom Cycles. Beautiful weather, cars, bikes and people. Jerry Cook / Roam'n Relics Simi Valley, Ca (1 page)

April 6, 2009 Here are some pics from John Stimac of the Goodguys 9th Del Mar Nationals. Enjoy... Del Mar, Ca (2 pages)

April 6, 2009 Car Shows and Cruise Nights are picking up now that spring is here. We jumped in the Model A and off to Santa Paula, Ca. which has one of the best Cruise Nights around. Sam Flowers Santa Paula, Ca (1 page)

April 6, 2009 Mike Lynch sent us some pictures of the Motion Car Show, Formerly "Speedorama", in Toronto Ontario Canada Toronto Canada (2 pages)

April 3, 2009 I went to another MATS (Mopars at the strip) in Las Vegas. It was a great show as usual and I enjoyed it more this year because I was not a vendor. Ron Podsiadly Las Vegas, NV (2 pages)

April 3, 2009 For the past nine years, DUB has put car culture on the map with our yearly car and concert tour, and this year’s Monster Energy 2009 DUB Show Tour L.A. kickoff on Sunday, March 22 at the Los Angeles Convention Center proved that even through a recession, automotive enthusiasts and DUB fans, alike, wouldn’t miss out one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. Pics By Bart Mitchell Los Angeles, CA (2 pages)

April 3, 2009 The Goodguys 27th. All American Get-Together was great. There must have been 3000 hot rods, custom cars, classics, trucks, muscle cars, and street machines, and a Batmobile. Dean Court Pleasanton, CA (7 pages)

April 2, 2009 The grandson and I went to the Denver Auto Show on April fools day. They were letting old folks in for free, and being in that group, I took advantage of the offer. Michael Bourg Denver, CO (1 page)

April 2, 2009 The Texas Mile High Speed Shootout has been around for a few years now, but this is the first time I have had the chance to make it. Richard “Too Low” Haas Goliad, Texas(1 page)

April 2, 2009 Hot Rods and Street Rods started arriving at 8:30am and some were still arriving at 11:00am. It’s the kind of show you decide you want to go to Sunday morning after you wake up. This Pep Boys Classic Car Sunday Car Show was started about 3 months ago. It happens at the Pep Boys Store in Anaheim, CA..... Story and photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Anaheim, CA (1 page)

April 2, 2009 Greeting from ORLANDO .. I took a ride over to Old Town’s newest classic car show “The Duke Davis Memorial Cruise-in” All cars 1987 and older are welcome and tonight was no exception filling up Old Town....Big Al Kissimmee, Fl (1 page)

April 2, 2009 What do you do when you run out of room for your cars and memorabilia collection? Well, how about buying a Wal-Mart and starting a museum. That is exactly what Rick Treworgy did in Florida! Check it out...Fuzzy Punta Gorda, Fl (1 page)

April 1, 2009 "One of the most anticipated get togethers in the Central Texas area is the Annual Vintage Air Cruise-In. Every year seems to draw together more of the best that Texas has to offer and there is a whole lot of tire kickin' going on. Richard Haas San Antonio, Texas (1 page)

April 1, 2009 Billetproof was back in Florida for the 2nd Annual Florida Free for All!! Bill Carroll Ocala, Fl (1 page)

April 1, 2009 The sky was clear and bright, but the wind out of the West was howling and finally moved officials at the 6th 2009 Chassiworks ET Bracket race to reduce the race distance from quarter mile to 1/8th (660 feet) at the Sacramento Raceway drag strip. Bob Choisser Sacramento, CA (2 pages)

March 2009

March 31, 2009 We enjoyed another Good Guys Get Together at the Alameda County fairgrounds in Pleasanton on Sunday, March 28th. It was a beautiful day and some said the best attended early Get Together they could remember. Bob Choisser Pleasanton, CA (2 pages)

March 31, 2009 Here are some pictures I took at the Northside Christian Church Ground Zero 2009 car show. Debra Cheek Yorktown, Virginia (1 page)

March 31, 2009 These are pics from Debra Cheek of York High School 2nd Annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. Yorktown, Virginia (2 pages)

March 30, 2009 These are pics of the Parent Teacher Student Association of York High School 2nd Annual Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show. Bing Gatewood Yorktown, Virginia (1 page)

March 30, 2009 These are pictures of the 20th Annual Spring Daytona Car Show and Swap meet held at Daytona International Speedway, March 27-29. This show was organized by 6-10 different clubs in the area. Here are a few of the 3000 cars from the Saturday show. Enjoy, Tony Tornabe Daytona Beach, FL (2 pages)

March 30, 2009 Wayne and I attended Sunnyland Boat Festival on Lake Dora. This was the 22nd Annual Gathering & "Woodie" vehicle Gathering. Judy Newkirk, Jacksonville Rod Runners Tavares Florida (1 page)

March 30, 2009 Every year around April Fools Day the Oak View Boy Scout Troop hold their annual car show in Ojai, CA. Sam Flowers Ojai, CA (1 page)

March 30, 2009 These are pictures from the Havasu Classics car Club Car Show Friday Night on McCoullogh Street. Pictures By John Stimac Lake Havasu City, Arizona (2 pages)

March 30, 2009 It’s been a nasty winter and finally, the first outdoor car show of the year was under sunny skies. Leprechaun Daze has been held in Bellingham, WA. for 25 years. Brian Curtis Bellingham, WA (1 page)

March 30, 2009 Finally, the first outdoor event of the season in the greater Houston area. Actually it was scheduled to be the second but since the first one got rained out, BURNOUT Houston is #1. Leal Bros. Houston, TX (1 page)

March 27, 2009 The 2009 Sinton Kiwanis Club Car Show was held at the Welder Park in Sinton, Texas, which is near Corpus Christi. Dale Davidhizar Sinton, TX (1 page)

March 27, 2009 March 20-21-22 was the 10th year for the Central Oregon Rod & Custom Show. Although not a huge show, it is one of the best Smaller indoor Shows in Oregon. Rob Bunting Redmond, OR (1 page)

March 27, 2009 Ralph and Alicia Vargas just wanted to share some pictures from their 25th Annual Carne Asada Run Car Show in the Imperial Valley. Imperial Valley, CA (2 pages)

March 26, 2009 Friday, March 20th, the Wheat Ridge Lanes had their first Annual Spring Fling Car Show. Here are a few of many photos from the day. Pictures By Andrea Kruckenberg Wheat Ridge, Co (1 page)

March 25, 2009 Seven members of the Jacksonville Rod Runners just returned from a wonderful trip to Myrtle Beach, SC. For the Pee Dee Street Rodders RUN TO THE SUN XXI. Judy Newkirk, Jacksonville Rod Runners Myrtle Beach, SC (4 pages)

March 24, 2009 On March 14 & 15, 2008 The Goodguys brought their Meguiar’s sponsored “Orange County Get-Together” back to the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, CA. The weather was a little cloudy with cool temperatures. Recession, what recession? Story and photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Costa Mesa, CA (1 page)

March 23, 2009 Pee Dee Street Rodders had a great show, RUN TO THE SUN XXI. I heard there were 2,235 entries and lots of people checking out all the cars and trucks. Proceeds from the show go to The Children’s Miracle Network & The National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Spencer and Betty McCarty Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (2 pages)

March 23, 2009 We went to the High Desert Car Club Council Fun Day, held in Boron, Ca. on 21 March 2009. It was a great day with great people and great food and fun games. Dennis Hemingway Boron, Ca. (1 page)

March 23, 2009 Here are some pics from the “METRO PETRO 11th Annual Vintage Collector Show featuring: Petroliana, Automobile & Vintage Advertising items at Wayne P.A.L., Wayne, NJ. I hope you NJoy the memories of the Old Gas Station Filling Dazes !!!.....”Big Al”!!! Wayne, NJ (2 pages)

March 20, 2009 The 51st annual March Meet is the lead-off event in the NHRA’s 8-race Hot Rod Heritage Series. The 2009 Hot Rod Heritage Series, now in its second season, gets the green light at historic Auto Club Famoso Raceway in Bakersfield, Mar. 6-8. Story by and photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Bakersfield, Ca (1 page)

March 20, 2009 The 37th Annual Boise Roadster Show presented by Les Schwab Tires returned to Expo Idaho on Thursday thru Sunday, March 12th-15th. Pictures By jack Lawford Boise, Id (1 page)

March 20, 2009 Before the doors opened to the Autorama, Blackie Gejeian was honored by the city of Fresno with a plaque on the outside of the convention hall building. Some very nice short speeches and jokes were told and then the doors were opened. Dean Court Fresno, Ca (10 pages)

March 19, 2009 As usual the Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show was terrific and was jam packed on Saturday morning at 10 AM's opening. Mike Lynch Toronto Ontario Canada (2 pages)

March 18, 2009 The Drag Day is an event held twice a year in Southern California. Since we brought this event back just over 6 years ago, it has been a tremendous success. Geared more toward the motor head VW Junkie, the HOT VWs Drag day has much to offer for every kind of VW. Pictures By Bart Mitchell Irwindale, CA (2 pages)

March 18, 2009 The 2009 Gear Grinders Awards Banquet was held on February 28, 2009 in the parking lot behind the hot rod shops of Steve Davis and Fiddy Alvarez, in Huntington Beach, California. The Gear Grinders put up a huge tent, chairs and tables and invited Julian Alvarez and his fine group of bar-b-q wizards to cook beef, beans, rice and tortillas in their Southwest style that can’t be beat. Story by Richard Parks, Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Huntington Beach, CA (2 pages)

March 17, 2009 This is the 3rd Orange County Get-Together. It is a huge indoor/outdoor event featuring over 2000 American powered hot rods, customs and classic cars, Vendors, Autocross and Live Entertainment. ...sponsored By Meguiars. John Stimac Costa Mesa, CA (3 pages)

March 17, 2009 This was the 3rd Annual “Run With A Winner” Car Show at Santa Anita Race Track. The show is on the infield at beautiful Santa Anita. They presented at least 50 Winners Trophies. Proceeds benefit local charities.. Mike Levy Santa Anita, CA (1 page)

March 16, 2009 Over 2,000 All Years American or American Powered Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars, Street Machines & Trucks converged on the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, CA for the Goodguys Orange County Get-Together. See all the pictures here from Bart Mitchell... Costa Mesa, CA (7 pages)

March 16, 2009 One of the premiere automotive shows in the western United States—the 37th Annual Boise Roadster Show presented by Les Schwab Tires returned to Expo Idaho on Thursday thru Sunday, March 12th-15th. Pics By Cubby Caldwell Boise, ID (2 pages)

March 16, 2009 Greetings from the 11th Annual Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show at Indiana Convention Center. This is the place where all Hot Rod business gather each year to see what's new in the trade.… NJoy …Big Al Indianapolis, IN (4 pages)

March 13, 2009 One of the first signs of spring, around here, is the Detroit Autorama, and this winter made it long overdo. Large crowds filled COBO Center and were delighted by the number and quality of the exhibits. Enjoy some of my favorite pics! Bob steinhaus Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 13, 2009 Formerly known as Rat Rods, but now referred to Extreme Cars (no, I do not know why) they are always interesting. Many represent the true early hot rod or jalopy and all are “works in progress.” Bob steinhaus Detroit, MI (1 page)

March 11, 2009 Another great year for the Detroit Autorama. Ray Schuler would not miss this show! Check out Rays Pics. Detroit, MI (15 pages)

March 11, 2009 Here are some more pictures from the Detroit Autorama from George Reed. Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 10, 2009 Well, another great Motor City weekend (Detroit Autorama) has ended with a great time, great cars, and especially great people. From the legends of the past to all the new friends. Take a look at some of the great pictures Fuzzy got of The Hot Rodding legends. Detroit, MI (2 pages)

March 7, 2009 Ridler Winner...Congratulations to Doug Cooper and the fine craftsmen at Alan Johnsons shop in Gadsden, AL.... GREAT JOB ! Reported from the floor of the Detroit Autorama by Big Al Liebmann at 6:45 pm Sunday Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 9, 2009 Check out the pics from MOTOR CITY AUTO ARTS PINSTRIPER'S PANEL JAM from DETROIT AUTORAMA. The year’s event had THE OLD & YOUNG PINHEADS ...showing there talent Big Al Detroit, MI (2 pages)

March 6, 2009 Live from Detroit... It’s Big Al “Scoop” Liebmann with the first report on the Ridler Contenders for 2009. Known as “The Great Eight” these are the picks of the judges after an extensive review of all of the fine cars entered in the show. Thanks to Big Al, you’re the first to get a look at the contenders Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 6, 2009 Here are great pics from the Sub terrain deep of COBO HALL home of the Detroit Autorama featuring the "Best of the Best in Nostalgic / Traditional Rods". Now for your viewing NJoyment ........ Big Al Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 6, 2009 It’s Friday morning with camera in hand I was on a mission before the doors open to find the BIG DOG”S" of the 2009 DETROIT AUTORAMA ....Some of these will be Ridler Contenders and other are really special cars that cover the first few rows of Cobo Hall ….. Make you Pick for your GRADE EIGHT !!! … NJoy the PICKS … Big Al Detroit, MI (3 pages)

March 5, 2009 Here is a Thursday Sneak Peek from the Detroit Autorama from our very own Big Al Detroit, MI (2 pages)

March 13, 2009 This is the 53rd year for The Portland Roadster Show and is one of the longest running hot rod show of its kind in the country. Roger Brinkley Portland, Or (3 pages)

March 13, 2009 This year was the 51st March Meet. The March meet started as the U.S. Fuel and Gas Championships. Yes, some of the dragsters ran pump gas, but the fans loved fuel cars... Dean Court Bakersfield, CA (10 pages)

March 12, 2009 Dawson Morrison sent us some pictures of "Midnight at the Oasis" in Yuma, Arizona. Enjoy the pics..Yuma, Arizona (1 page)

March 12, 2009 The Villages Cruise-in takes place the third Saturday of each month with many vintage cars showing up for the show. About 150 cars were in attendance along with several thousand spectators. Fred Anderson The Villages, Florida (1 page)

March 12, 2009 The 6th Annual Mission Classic Car show was held Feb 28 2009. in Mission, Texas about as far south as you go in Texas, a few miles from the Rio Grande River and Mexico. Dale Davidhizar Mission, Texas (2 pages)

March 11, 2009 Dale Peucker Went back home a couple of weeks ago for the hotrod run up in the Grampians National Park. Its only in its 3rd year and it is run by Old Skool Hotrod club in Horsham. The event runs over 3 days in the small tourist town of Halls Gap. Halls Gap, Australia (1 page)

March 10, 2009 The Asphalt Angels Club, Main Street Cruise Classic Car Show. Cars drive from central and south Florida to attend this show held on the first Saturday of each month. Live rock and roll music and a parade of old cars ends the days long activities. Tony Tornabe Jupiter, FL (2 pages)

March 10, 2009 The BIG 3 Auto Swap is held annually and has grown to be the largest old car event held in the San Diego area. This auto swap attracts participants from all over the country. Check out the pictures that John Stimac took for us. San Diego, CA (2 pages)

March 9, 2009 The car show season is right around the corner, except we had a snow storm today. Glenn and I went to the Atlantic City Car Show and Auction this past weekend. Joann Dura Atlantic City, NJ (3 pages)

March 9, 2009 Here are some pictures of the SoCal New Beetle Club outing to the Nethercutt Museum in Sylmar, California Mike Levy Sylmar, Ca (2 pages)

March 9, 2009 Here are John Stimac’s pictures of the 51st Annual March Meet at Auto Club Famoso in Bakersfield, Ca. Bakersfield, Ca (3 pages)

March 9, 2009 It was a beautiful day for racing and hot cars! The swap meet was pretty good and the place was packed! Adam Caldwell, Ventura Highwaymen Bakersfield, Ca (3 pages)

March 9, 2009 Amazingly the 2009 March Meet is here already, it has been a fast year since the last one in 2008. Sam Flowers, Ventura Highwaymen Bakersfield, Ca (2 pages)

March 3, 2009 Greeting from "ATLANTIC CITY" the home of the "36th ATLANTIC CITY COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION" held at the AC Convention Center. With over 1200 vehicles on display for auction, you are sure to find the perfect vehicle at the perfect price. So, let’s see what is on the table in Atlantic City !!! NJoy............ ”Big Al”!!! Atlantic City, NJ (5 pages)

February 2009

Feb. 27, 2009 Motorama 1962 was held along with the World of Wheels Feb. 13-15, 2009. The Motorama area had about 125 traditional Rods & Customs 1962 & older. This area is where the fun and good times are. John T. Crain Indianapolis, IN (3 pages)

Feb. 26, 2009 The San Francisco Rod, Custom and Motorcycle Show is keeping the traditional Hot Rod show alive, like it was in the 50’s. Street Rods, Cars and Trucks and Cycles that were new and old were displayed together in all three halls. It was a nice mix of eye candy that should keep any gearhead happy. Dean Court San Francisco, CA (5 pages)

Feb. 24, 2009 Here are a few pictures of the Southern Oregon Rod & Custom Show sponsored By The Rogue Valley Street Rod Club. Medford, Oregon (1 page)

Feb. 24, 2009 A little late show from 2008 ... East Coast Indoor National at the World Famous "Cow Palace" located at the Maryland State Fairgrounds. This event is The Largest Indoor Pre-73 All American Invitational Car Show On The East Coast. Cars from South & Midwest along with 300 other Street Rods, Stocks and customs filling the floor. Big Al Timonium, Maryland (4 pages)

Feb. 24, 2009 Wayne and I attended the 2nd Annual Winter Jam Weekend in Daytona Beach, Florida--Feb.20-22. Judy newkirk, Jacksonville Rod Runners Daytona Beach, Florida (2 pages)

Feb. 24, 2009 After 7 days of trying, the 49th Annual Kragen O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals was concluded on February 11, 2009 at the Auto Club of Southern California Raceway at Pomona, on the grounds of the Los Angeles County Fairplex, located in Pomona, California. Story and photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Pomona, CA (1 page)

Feb. 23, 2009 Seminole Ridge High School Hawk Band, in Palm Beach, Florida, sponsored their 4th Annual family day and classic car show, welcoming all car clubs. Tony Tornabe Palm Beach, Florida (2 pages)

Feb. 23, 2009 The 2009 Edition of the San Francisco Rod, Custom and Motorcycle show is over for this year. This is one of the top Rated shows in the Bay Area. Here are pics from Rick and Debbie Housholder. San Francisco, CA (1 page)

Feb. 23, 2009 Took a trip to the Ultimate Motorsports Extravaganza in the nation called MOTORAMA. This event is held at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. I could not believe what was going on all at the same time. Hot Rods & Classics, Tuners, Arena cross, Go Karts, Quarter Midget Racing, RC Cars, Speed Show & Robot Conflict all under one roof indoors !!! NJOY the pics … Big Al Harrisburg, PA (6 pages)

Feb. 20, 2009 This year the Pinstripers Reunion was held in Building 4, on the grounds of the Los Angeles County Fairplex, during the Grand National Roadster Show, on Friday, January 23 and Saturday, January 24, 2009. Story by Richard Parks, Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Pomona, CA (2 pages)

Feb. 20, 2009 This year's O'Reilly World of Wheels in Chattanooga, TN was truly a sight to behold. The 41st installment of the Chattanooga show had a fresh and vibrant feel, offering spectators an opportunity to see several spectacular vehicles that were making a first time appearance in the area. Pics Provided By Adam McLean Chattanooga, TN (1 page)

Feb. 20, 2009 Birmingham is known as “The Magic City” and it lived up to that reputation with this year’s 38th annual O’Reilly World of Wheels. 325 cars, trucks and bikes filled two levels and all three exhibit halls of the spectacular Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Pics Provided By Adam McLean Birmingham, Alabama (1 page)

Feb. 20, 2009 We took a trip to the windy city of Chicago to McCormick Place to see the 2009 Chicago Auto Show. Lots of people. There were numerous auto-related exhibits, competition vehicles, project, antique and collector cars. Fuzzy Chicago, Illinois (1 page)

Feb. 17, 2009 Here is some pictures that Bing Gatewood took at the Asphalt Angels 47th Annual Festival of Rods and Customs indoor auto exhibition, held at the Showplace in Richmond, VA. Richmond, VA (1 page)

Feb. 16, 2009 We have a new club being organized in Somerset, Ky. It has selected "Central Kentucky VW Club" as their name. Today they had a membership drive and Show of their present members cars at Somerset Mall here in Somerset..Bob Rowe Somerset, KY(1 page)

Feb. 16, 2009 Here is some pictures I took at the Asphalt Angels 47th Annual Festival of Rods and Customs, held at the Showplace in Richmond, VA. on 2-13,14,15. Pictures taken by Debra Cheek of Newport News,VA. Richmond, VA(3 pages)

Feb. 16, 2009 The Sacramento Autorama was great. It had something for everyone. I would say that the best of the best came to this show. Customs are what Sacramento is about, and the newly built cars were all great. The many buildings were full, so it was a all day show for me. Dean Court Sacramento, CA(7 pages)

Feb. 16, 2009 This first-time event (Rockabilly Reunion) was well attended. There was live entertainment, a Carnival, Vendors, Pin Up Girl Contest, Pin Striping Contest and much much more.... John Stimac Lake Havasu City, Az (3 pages)

Feb. 16, 2009 Well, on a cold snowy weekend in February, we traveled to The World Of Wheels Autorama in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was a great show with many attractions. Fuzzy Milwaukee, Wisconsin (2 pages)

Feb. 12, 2009 These are pictures of the Salem Roadster Show. This show featured hot rod, classic & antique cars and motorcycles from all over the Northwest and Canada. Photos by Roger Brinkley Salem, Oregon (2 pages)

Feb. 12, 2009 A service with full firefighter honors for former Damascus Mayor, Firechief, & Auto Icon, Dee Wescott, was held Saturday, February 7, 2009. Photos by Roger Brinkley Damascus, Oregon (1 page)

Feb. 12, 2009 On Saturday, Feb. 7th, the Rumblers CC Orlando presented the 9th Annual Groundhog Gala in the parking lot of Cowboys in Orlando. Pics By Judy and Wayne Newkirk Orlando, Florida (1 page)

Feb. 12, 2009 Over 300 cars showed for the 2009 RM Auction in Fort Lauderdale Fla. There was a large field of very nice old metal. Pictures By Tony Tornabe Fort Lauderdale, Florida (1 page)

Feb. 11, 2009 The 59th annual Sacramento Autorama is in the can. We were greeted with rain on Thursday the set up day. But that didn’t dampen the gear heads from getting their hot rods, classics and show cars to Cal Expo in Sacramento. Bob Choisser Sacramento, CA(2 pages)

Feb. 11, 2009 The 60th anniversary of the Grand National Roadster Show (GNRS) was held on January 23 through the 25th, 2009, at the Los Angeles County Fairplex, in Pomona, California. This is one of those can’t miss car shows that the entire family can find something to love. Story by Richard Parks and photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Pomona, CA (4 pages)

Feb. 10, 2009 Here are a few photos from the 1st Annual Knights of Columbus Hot Rods - Hot Cars - Hot Bikes car show that was held on Saturday, Feb 7th in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Bill Junge Lake Havasu City, Arizona (1 page)

Feb. 10, 2009 The grandson & I went to the Tri State Swap Meet on Saturday. We took a few pictures of the cars that were for sale and some of the pieces and parts that were available. Michael Bourg Denver, Colorado(1 page)

Feb. 10, 2009 We just held our annual rod run down to Queenscliff on the first weekend in Feb. The run is held over 3 days from Friday to Sunday. Here are some pics from the show and shine. Dale Peucker Queenscliff, Australia (2 pages)

Feb. 10, 2009 Last weekend--February 5-8--The Jacksonville Rod Runners attended the Eckler's Chevy Classics 17th Annual Winter National Show. This show is held at OldTown in Kissimmee, Florida. Kissimmee, Florida (3 pages)

Feb. 9, 2009 This is the Largest West Coast Early Ford Swap Meet Parts event of the year. The day includes a full BBQ lunch, free swap space, and access to view Nick's private Early V8 Woody Collection Car Museum. John Stimac Huntington Park, CA (1 page)

Feb. 9, 2009 Rudy Alba sent us some pictures of the Sacramento Autorama produced By John Buck Enterprises. Take a look at some of the finest custom cars, hot rods, classics, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles from around the county. Sacramento, CA (2 pages)

Feb. 9, 2009 John Buck has done it once again with the 59th Annual Sacramento Autorama! All Cal Expo buildings were full of high quality Rods, Kustoms, Muscle Cars, Classics and Motorcycles. Enjoy! Brian Basquez Sacramento, CA (1 page)

Feb. 9, 2009 I went to the Frank Maratta's 50th Anniversary Car Show with my buddy Carl Libucha on Saturday, Feb.6th, 2009. Had a great time like we always do at any of the car shows we go to. Walt Smolenski Hartford, CT (3 pages)

Feb. 9, 2009 Here’s some pics from the 50th Annual Frank Maratta’s “Auto & Cycle Show” held at the CT Expo Center in Hartford, CT. This year will mark the 50th and Longest Running Show on the East Coast. Hope you NJoy the pics !!! “Big Al” Hartford, CT (3 pages)

Feb. 6, 2009 "The Central Texas Classic Chevy Club and the Hill Country Street Rods combined for a car show and Sock Hop this past weekend and attracted 75+ area hot rods, customs and classics for a great afternoon car show, followed by a "wear your best 50's get up" Sock Hop. Richard “Too Low” Haas Liberty Hill, Texas (1 page)

Feb. 3, 2009 The “Grand Daddy of Them All”, The 60th Grand National Roadster Show was a resounding success from my view. This was my first time, hopefully not the last. Each building provided yet another thrill as I walked through all the displays. Brian Curtis Pomona, CA (1 page)

Feb. 3, 2009 Saturday morning at the Grand National Roadster "Drive In" show started out rainy. Southern California does get rain, and the locals said “we need it”, so weather be darned! What a great show! Thanks Folks! Brian Curtis Pomona, CA (1 page)

Feb. 3, 2009 What a treat for an old rodder to enter Building 9 at the Grand National Roadster Show and see the decades of hot rodding history laid out before your eyes! Brian Curtis Pomona, CA (1 page)

Feb. 2, 2009 This was the 35th annual Town Faire Tire World of Wheels at the Bayside Exposition Center in Boston Ma. Pics By Dan Triandafilou Boston, MA (1 page)

Feb. 2, 2009 Saturday night Southern California Pro Gas Association held their Awards Banquet at the California Speedway. Last years champion Pete Bothe was crowned 2008 Champion. Story and Photographs by Roger Rohrdanz Fontana, CA(1 page)

January 2009

Jan. 30, 2009 The Paso Robles area of the Central Coast has long been known as a hotbed for street rod builders, drag racers and car collectors...while most made the trek to Pismo Beach every Saturday for the Donuts Derelicts gathering, they decided, with the gas increases last year, to start their own weekly gathering--hence, the Bakery Bums. Sherm Porter Paso Robles, CA 1 page)

Jan. 30, 2009 New Years' day welcomed the 3rd Annual Pismo Derelicts 'Garage Tour', with beautiful weather awaiting all that attended-- Sherm Porter Pismo Beach, CA (1 page)

Jan. 30, 2009 The Pismo Derelicts recently celebrated the 4th anniversary of the Saturday morning gatherings, located in Pismo Beach,Ca. Sherm Porter Pismo Beach, CA (1 page)

Jan. 30, 2009 Just went to the Victorian Hotrod Show in Melbourne over the Australia Day weekend. The show runs for 4 days from Friday to Monday. Hope you enjoy the pics. Cheers, Dale Peucker Melbourne, Australia (2 pages)

Jan. 30, 2009 Here are some photos of the Rock Island, Illinois car show held at the QCCA Expo Center over the weekend. Dick "Fuzzy" Fuerholzer Rock Island, Illinois (1 page)

Jan. 30, 2009 Wayne and I attended the 7th Annual ATC Car Show on Saturday January 24th in Daytona Beach, FL. This car show is sponsored by the Advanced Technology College. Judy and Wayne Newkirk Daytona Beach, Florida (3 pages)

Jan. 30, 2009 The 18th Annual Nashville Auto Fest, sponsored by O’Reilly Auto Parts, featured incredible collector and hot rod cars, contests and live entertainment. Butch Pate Nashville, Tn (3 pages)

Jan. 30, 2009 Another one of our photographers, Dick DeLoach sent us pictures of the Grand National Roadster Show. Take a look at these great pictures. Pomona, CA (3 pages)

Jan. 29, 2009 The Grand National Roadster Show featured some of the most Beautiful Roadsters and Hot Rods in the country. Here are some great Shots from Bart Mitchell Pomona, CA (8 pages)

Jan. 28, 2009 The Suede Palace at the Grand National Roadster Show was packed with many nostalgia style hot rods and customs so popular with the young crowd. Take a look at the pictures Bart Mitchell took for us Pomona, CA (2 pages)

Jan. 28, 2009 The Grand National Roadster show in Pomona has become one of our favorite shows. Not only do we get to see a lot of old friends, but the cars are spectacular and John Buck always has a fantastic mix of cars, celebrities, and industry legends on hand. Jack Lawford Pomona, CA (6 pages)

Jan. 27, 2009 Sherm Porter took pictures of one of the special displays at the Grand National Roadster Show, of one of the oldest roadster clubs in the Nation celebrating their 50th Anniversary, The Bay Area Roadsters Pomona, CA (1 page)

Jan. 27, 2009 The Grand National Roadster show is one of the oldest and longest running indoor car shows in the world. It is now in its 60th year. Once known as the Oakland Roadster Show, the show is now at the Fairplex in Pomona for the 6th consecutive year. Pictures By Mike Levy Pomona, CA (4 pages)

Jan. 26, 2009 This weekend, the World of Wheels rolled into McCormick Place in the Windy City. Some of the coolest cars from around the country competed in the ISCA competition and for big prizes. Pictures By Dick "Fuzzy" Fuerholzer Chicago, Illinois (1 page)

Jan. 26, 2009 Well the rain was off and on all day, but it was still a great day! The 33-34 exhibit at the NHRA Museum was awesome! (Adam also attended the Press Preview and the first pictures are of that) As usual the Grand National Roadster Show was full of great cars and lots of vendors. Adam Caldwell, Ventura Highwaymen Pomona, CA (3 pages)

Jan. 26, 2009 It is Winter and car shows are scarce even in sunny So. Cal.. Fortunately the Grand National Roadster Show comes along towards the end of January. This is the longest continuously running indoor car show in the nation. This is a 3 day show and we attended on Fri. to make it easier to photo cars. Sam Flowers Pomona, CA (2 pages)

Jan. 26, 2009 Here are some pictures from John Stimac of the Grand National Roadster Show in Pomona. Pomona, CA (4 pages)

Jan. 20, 2009 The 35th Annual Sundown Promotions Austin Car Show was quite a showcase of what's happening in the Hot Rod, Custom and Collector Car world, with many cars that were shown for the first time and some old favorites too. Richard “Too Low” Haas Austin, Texas(1 page)

Jan. 19, 2009 Had to go down to the beautiful wine country of the Barossa Valley in South Australia for work and was lucky enough to score probably the biggest car show in South Australia while I was there. Bruce and Janelle Morris Tanunda South Australia(2 pages)

Jan. 12, 2009 The 9th Annul Cruisin’ For A Cure, the world's largest one day charity custom/classic auto show and cruise was one of the largest in its history. Held at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, California, nearly 3700 vehicles, 200 vendors and 20,000 spectators attended. Pictures and Text By Dick DeLoach Cost Mesa, CA(2 pages)

Jan. 12, 2009 Went across the state to the Boston World of Wheels Show with 3 of my friends in spite of the Weather Man's warning of a major snow storm. I only saw LOTS of cars I would have liked to take home. Walt Smolenski Boston, Ma(4 page)

Jan. 12, 2009 Hi All .. Looks like it is the great start of the 2009 Season from the East Coast where Cars are King !!! ... Here are a few pics from the Town Fair Tire “World of Wheels” Show held at the Bayside.Expo.Center. "Big AL" Boston, Ma(4 page)

Jan. 09, 2009 As we were going through the shows of 2008 we discovered “Big Al” Liebmann was on the scene at over 50 shows this past year, taking thousands of pictures, so we decided to do a re-cap of his shows. New Jersey(1 page)

Jan. 09, 2009 For 24 years Larry Wood, the Hotwheels guru, has taken his friends on a tour of his favorite garages. This year the “Garage Tour” stopped at 11 garages. Story and Photos by: Roger Rohrdanz California(1 page)

Jan. 08, 2009 "What a fine way to start the New year! The "Chicken Oil Company", which is actually a great hamburger joint in College Station, Texas, puts out an open invite for Texas Rodders to gather and greet the New Year in a Hot Rod sortta way. Richard "Too Low" Haas Bryan, Texas(1 page)

Jan. 07, 2009 Darrell Greig brings us a great lineup of shows as his “Year in Review” for 2008. Just click on the links to each show. Laguna Beach, Ca(1 page)

Jan. 06, 2009 Butch pate sent us some pictures of CLASSIC VENTURES Frosty Wheels Car Show & Swap Meet. Middle Tennessee’s Biggest and Best Car Show & Swap Meet. All Under one Roof. Franklin, TN (1 page)

Jan. 05, 2009 Here are some auto related floats at the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Ca on New Years Day from Mike Levy Pasadena, CA (1 page)

Jan. 02, 2009 Happy New Year everyone! Well, we didn’t learn our lessons from last year and went anyway to the New Years Day Bracket races at Sacramento Raceway. Bob Choisser Sacramento, CA (1 page)

Jan. 02, 2009 This is T-Willy’s 26th year in the Treasure Valley and the 1st Get-Together of the year for area rodders. Pictures By Cubby Caldwell Boise, Idaho (1 page)

Jan. 02, 2009 These are pictures of "T-Willys" 26th Annual New Years Cruise-In at the McDonalds on Orchard in Boise, Idaho. Pics by Jack Lawford Boise, Idaho (1 page)

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