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Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , January 31, 2012 in E-News, News & Events

A number of car shows are being held across the country this weekend showcasing roadsters, rods, customs and muscle cars.

A number of car shows and events are being held the first weekend in February that offer shops the chance to display their latest projects, connect with new customers and support local charities, including Cars for the Cure and the Rotary CARE Car Show. Information on these and eight additional events is listed below. More shows and events will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

The 8th Annual “Cars for the Cure” Heathrow automotive festival takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Colonial Town Park in Lake Mary, Florida. The event kicks off Friday with a VIP reception. The all-day auto show takes place Saturday and will feature American and international customs, European exotics, racers, muscle cars and custom bikes. The Sunday Drive begins Sunday morning and will cruise along Central Florida highways. Proceeds from the event will benefit the American Lung Association in Florida. For more information, visit www.carsforthecure.com.

The 13th Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Autofest takes place Saturday and Sunday E*Plex – Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri. The indoor show will feature street rods, muscle cars, motorcycles, 4×4s and imports. Awards will be presented for the Top 30 picks, Best Club Display and Grand Champions. For more information, visit www.autofestonline.com/event/173.

Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , January 17, 2012 in News & Events

A number of car shows, auctions, flea markets and other events are being held across the country this weekend, including RM Auctions Arizona, the Starbird-Devlin Rod & Customs Charities Car Show and the Custom Rides Indoor Custom Car Show & Expo 2012. These events, and the seven additional events detailed below, offer you the chance to show off your best work, network with future customers and support local charities. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

RM Auctions’ Arizona auction takes place Thursday and Friday at the Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa in Phoenix. A preview day for the collector car auction takes place Wednesday. Nearly 150 classic, collector and exotic vehicles will be up for bid, including a 1909 Buick Model F, a 1938 Cadillac V-16 Presidential Convertible Parade Limousine, a 1959 Chevy Impala convertible and a 1967 Pontiac GTO convertible. For more information, visit www.rmauctions.com.

The Starbird-Devlin Rod & Customs Charities Car Show takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Century II in Wichita, Kansas. A preview party will be held Thursday night. Awards will be presented in Favorites and Specialty classes, as well as for the Magnificent Seven, from which the Best of Show will be selected. Proceeds will benefit the Arc of Sedgwick County, Starkey Inc. and Wichita Children’s Home. For more information, visit www.starbirddevlin.com.

Weekend Car Shows & Events

By Devlin Smith , December 7, 2011 in News & Events

The La Habra Lions Club will host the Operation Santa Car Show this Saturday in La Habra, California.

Get into the holiday spirit this weekend by attending a car show that supports a great cause, such as the 25^th Annual Christmas Wish Car & Truck Show and the La Habra Operation Santa Custom and Classic Car Show & Toy Drive. Information on these and nine additional cars shows and events are detailed below. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

The Palm Beach Auction takes place Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. The auction will feature over 350 collector cars up for bid, including a 1958 Desoto Adventurer convertible EFI, a 1957 GMC Palomino Suburban pickup truck, a 1931 Ford Roadster “Land Shark,” a 1936 Packard 12 Dual Cowl Phaeton, a 1949 Studebaker Champion convertible and a 1954 Kaiser Manhattan. The event will also feature vendor exhibits. For more information, visit www.hollywoodwheelsauction.com.

The 25^th Annual Christmas Wish Car & Truck Show takes place Saturday at Gator Ford in Seffner, Florida. Presented by the High Rollers Car Club, the event will feature awards presentations, live entertainment and race car displays. Attendees are asked to bring pull tabs to be donated to Shriners Burn Center. Proceeds will benefit the Mason Dixon’s Christmas Wish Fund. For more information, click here.

The Cruisin’ with the Classics Car Show, held in conjunction with the Christmas on the Bricks Bazaar, 5K Reindeer Run and Christmas Parade, takes place Saturday in Wills Point, Texas. The car show is open to pre-1988 domestic and import cars and trucks, and prizes will be awarded to the top 10 vehicles as judged by participants. Awards will also be presented for Best in Show Car, Best in Show Truck and People’s Choice. For more information, visit www.willspointchamber.com.

La Habra Operation Santa Custom and Classic Car Show & Toy Drive takes place Saturday at Don Steves Autoplex & RV in La Habra, California. Presented by the La Habra Host Lions Club, the event is expected to draw 150 pre-1985 vehicles competing for awards in 20 best-of categories. Attendees are asked to bring a new unwrapped toy for a child age 4–18. The event will also feature vintage dragster demos, antique stationary engine displays, live entertainment, drawings, vendors, concessions and a visit from Santa Claus. For more information, visit www.lahabralions.com.

Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , November 30, 2011 in News & Events

A variety of shows and events are being held this weekend that give you the chance to check out some awesome cars, connect with future customers and help out your community, including the 22^nd Annual East Coast Nationals and the 18^thCookson Hills Toy Run 2011. Information on these and eight additional cars shows are detailed below. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

Mecum Auctions hosts its final event for 2011 Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Kansas City Convention Center/Bartle Hall in Kansas City, Missouri. The auction will feature 750 collector cars, including a 1914 Ford Model T, a one-of-a-kind 1969 Pontiac Trans Am Ram Air III, a 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback and a 1958 Chevy Corvette. For more information, visit www.mecum.com.

The 22^nd Annual East Coast Nationals takes place Saturday and Sunday at the Maryland State Fairgrounds Cow Palace in Timonium, Maryland. The event, billed by organizers as “The Largest Indoor Pre-73 All American Car & Custom Motorcycle Show on the East Coast,” will feature 300 antiques, street rods, customs, muscle cars, nostalgia rods, hot rods, nostalgia drag cars and custom motorcycles. The vehicles will compete for cash prizes and awards in Street Driven and Show Class divisions. The event will also feature DJs, auctions, vendors and appearances by Candy Clark and Santa Claus. For more information, visit www.eastcoastindoornats.com.

Thanksgiving Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , November 22, 2011 in News & Events

Take a break from the turkey and the shopping frenzy to attend one of the many car shows being held around the country, like Goodguys 1^st Fall Del Mar Nationals or the O’Reilly Auto Parts AutoRama Houston. Information on these and five additional cars shows are detailed below. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

The O’Reilly Auto Parts AutoRama takes place Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. The event will showcase hot rods and muscle cars from throughout the Houston region, as well as special feature cars like the 2011 Camaro Transformers Special Edition, which was custom-built for the filming of “Transformers 3″. Over $40,000 in cash, merchandise and trophies will be presented in categories including Best Rod, Best Truck and Best Custom. For more information, click here.

The Daytona Turkey Run takes place Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The event will feature show cars, a swap meet, a car corral, crafts and antiques and concessions. The car show is open to American-made street rods, customs, antiques and muscle cars through 1979. Foreign and domestic exotics, and late-model vehicles, will be displayed on a limited basis. The Turkey Run will also feature various nighttime activities, including live entertainment and trike races. For more information, visit www.turkeyrun.com.

Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Ashley Smissen , November 15, 2011 in News & Events

Step out into the crisp autumn air this weekend and attend one of the many car shows being held around the country, like Goodguys 14^th Southwest Nationals or the National Law Enforcement Memorial Car Show. Information on these and six additional cars shows are detailed below. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

Goodguys presents the 14^th Southwest Nationals Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Westworld of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona. The event will feature over 2,000 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972 competing for awards including the Judy Murray Memorial Award and PPG Dream Car. The event will feature vendor and manufacturer exhibits, a swap meet, a cars-for-sale corral, a model and pedal car show and parties. For more information, visit www.southwestnats.com.

The Leake Auction Co. presents the Dallas 2011 Car Show & Auction Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Dallas Market Hall in Dallas. The event will feature over 500 collector cars, trucks and motorcycles on display and up for bid. For more information, visit www.leakecar.com.

Veterans Day Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , November 8, 2011 in News & Events

Car shows are being held around the country this weekend to mark Veterans Day.

A number of shows are being held across the country that will honor our nation’s veterans, including Goodguys’ 22nd Annual Autumn Get-Together, the 6th Annual Veterans Day Car & Motorcycle Show and the 2nd Annual Surf City USA Beach Cruise. Here’s information on those and seven additional shows that provide you with the opportunity to show off your shop’s best work and meet potential customers. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

The 7th Annual Emerald Coast Cruzin runs through Saturday in Panama City Beach, Florida. The five-day event features cruises, car shows, parties, auctions, burnout competitions, a beach parade and live entertainment. Miss Hurst Golden Shifter Linda Vaughn will be on hand signing autographs Thursday, Friday and Saturday. For more information, visit www.emeraldcoastcruizin.com.

The 24th Annual Fall Carolina Collector Auto Fest takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, North Carolina. Saturday will feature a classic car show open to pre-1973 vehicles with over 60 awards presented. Sunday will feature an open car show with awards presented to classic and late-model vehicles. The indoor show will also feature vendors and concessions. For more information, visit www.carolinacollectorautofest.com.

Halloween Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , October 25, 2011 in News & Events

Dress up your kids, yourself and even your car this weekend and attend one of the many car shows and events happening around the country, including the 18^th Southeastern Nationals celebrating dragsters, show cars and everything in between. The California Hot Rod Reunion and Mustang Madness Car Show are also taking place this weekend. Here’s information on those and eight additional shows that provide you with the opportunity to show off your shop’s best work and meet potential customers. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

Goodguys presents the 18^th Southeastern Nationals Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will feature over 2,000 rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars and trucks through 1972 competing for awards including 2012 Truck of the Year Late Finalist, 2012 Muscle Car of the Year Finalist and 2012 Kustom of the Year Finalist. All American-made or American-powered cars and trucks are welcome to the Super Sunday Get Together for the chance to run the autocross and compete for special awards. For more information, visit www.southeasternnats.com.

Detroit Speed is hosting its 2011 Open House Friday in Mooresville, North Carolina. During the open house, DSE will show off its latest builds and past projects, and will also offer rod repair. The event will feature a barbecue dinner, music, games and prize giveaways. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Todd Gartshore Memorial Fund, which donates to the Victory Junction Gang. For more information, visit www.detroitspeed.com.

Editor’s Corner: My Night at Playboy’s 2011 Muscle Cars at the Mansion Event

By Ashley Smissen , October 19, 2011 in E-News, Editor's Corner, News & Events

Standing next to my favorite car at the show, the Imperial Speedster

As one of the editors of Hotrod & Restoration, I attend a lot of car shows. However, I can safely say that I’ve never been to a car show quite like the Muscle Cars at the Mansion event, which was held last Saturday night at the world-famous Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles. If you look past the novelty of being on the grounds of such a legendary landmark, as well as the additional…um, eye candy…this show still has the most amazing collection of cars I’ve ever seen assembled in one place!

The front lawn of the Playboy Mansion was well-stocked with gleaming Chargers, Mustangs, custom motorcycles and many other rare cars. The Playboy Mansion fountain sits at the center of the lawn and is the place that all attendees are dropped off to begin their night. We were greeted by an impressive collection of vintage customized motorcycles, as well as a 1959 Imperial Speedster owned by Murray Pfaff of Pfaff Designs. Though it’s hard to pick a favorite out of this group of cars, I’d have to say the Speedster is the car I’d most like to drive through the gates and take home! With its Rolls Royce leather interior, 6.1 Hemi and customized body, this roadster (which ironically started its life as a four-door sedan) certainly caught my eye.

Another car that caught my eye was a 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge. According to its owner, the car has been restored to its original glory and is completely stock. While this is all very impressive, the one thing that stood out the most about the car was its unique lime green color (the photos don’t do it justice; it’s really outstanding and unique). I was so impressed by this car, I decided to make it our November issue’s “Featured Vehicle!” (Be sure to check out the story about the car in our next issue!)

One of the coolest things about this show is that you never know who you’ll run into while roaming the car show on the lawn or the party out back. Although Hugh Hefner didn’t make an appearance, the “King of Kustomizers” George Barris, Miss Hurst Golden Shifter Linda Vaughn, “The Car Show” host Matt Farrah and many other celebrities were spotted at the party (not to mention a slew of Playboy bunnies and Playmates!)

Weekend Car Shows & Events Roundup

By Devlin Smith , October 18, 2011 in News & Events

This weekend is filled with a variety of car shows and events celebrating dragsters, show cars and everything in between, including the California Hot Rod Reunion and Classics on the Green. All of these shows provide you the opportunity to show off your shop’s best work and meet potential customers. More shows will be posted on Hotrod & Restoration’s Twitter throughout the week.

The California Hot Rod Reunion takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Auto Club Famoso Raceway in Bakersfield, California. The three-day festival, which is the season finale of the NHRA’s Hot Rod Heritage nostalgia drag racing series, will feature racing, a Caklefest and a swap meet. This year’s grand marshal is Steve Gibbs, and other drag racing legends being honored over the weekend include Harry Hibler, Wayne King, John Peters, Dwight Salisbury and George Santos. For more information, visit http://museum.nhra.com.

The Super Chevy Show takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Rockingham Dragway in Rockingham, North Carolina. The event will feature racing, car shows, awards ceremonies, vendors and a swap meet. Awards will be presented in a variety of classes for stock, street, show and modified Chevy cars and trucks. A cruise will run Saturday morning from RK Motors in Charlotte to the dragway. For more information, click here.

The 9^th Annual Virginia Fall Classic takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Newport News, Virginia. The event will feature a cruise-in, open car/truck/bike show, a fun run, awards presentation, dinner and music. Proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters. For more information, visit www.vafallclassic.org.