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Inspiration, dedication and location have certainly paid off for two partners who call themselves "car nuts." Chief Mechanic Ward Thompson, 68, teamed up with his nephew Sam Stockman, 33, to open Only Oldies Classic Auto, a unique automobile repair shop in Tempe, Ariz., specializing in pre-1972 models. Just last month they celebrated the second anniversary of their venture. At press time they were still deciding on a new address. They've outgrown their present 2,600 square foot garage at 1842 East Third Street and are looking for a new space about twice as large. FULL STORY...
When at his drafting table concentrating on a job or enjoying time-off with his wife, Sandy, and their three young daughters, Costas Schuler looks and acts like any easy-going professional fellow. He lives in the western Sonoma County town of Forestville and works as a graphic artist in nearby Sebastopol for a marketing and advertising firm that designs logos, posters and brochures. But when he gets into his automobile, this 37-year old individual becomes a totally different being. FULL STORY...
Nowadays attractions galore vie for attention in Las Vegas, but in the mid-1980s travel agents touted three destinations as the most popular and spectacular: First, the ever-expanding 4-mile "Strip" beckoned with mega casinos and hotels; next, the engineering wonder, Hoover Dam, awed tourists. The third "wonder" is still a top draw for faithful fans. Thousands remember the glitz and glamour of the first "King of Bling." At the Liberace Museum, which Mr. Showmanship himself opened April 15,1979, flocks of older folks still come to renew memories of the man who captivated them with his flamboyant piano playing, flashy cars and fantastic costumes. Today's hip-hop over-the-top performers are still learning about sensational theatrical effects from this master who lived 1919 - 1987. FULL STORY...
If the name J.B. Nethercutt doesn't immediately ring a bell in most people's minds that's no surprise. On the other hand, an enormous number of folks know about Merle Norman Cosmetics. The connection of the two names combine in a storybook tale that tells of being in the right place at the right time. FULL STORY...
The 9th Annual Cruisin' For A Cure, billed as the nation's largest one-day car show and one of the country's most successful prostate cancer fundraisers, celebrates all things automotive on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa. FULL STORY...
The Tillamook Air Museum in Tillamook, Ore. will host its annual Planes, Trains & Automobiles event on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008. Guests are invited to fly in, cruise in or walk in to a fun-filled day celebrating planes, trains and cars from America's history. Patrons can also enjoy live music, a beer garden, wine tasting and food. FULL STORY...
Shine your Chevy, detail your Dodge and hustle your hot rod over to Reno and Sparks for the 22nd annual Hot August Nights, a celebration of America's love affair with cars and rock and roll. From Aug. 1-10, 2008, more than 800,000 people will flock to the event where cars are the stars and rock 'n roll rules. This "blast from the past" allows baby boomers to relive the glory days, and provides an opportunity for those who didn't experience the 50s and 60s firsthand to enjoy the era. FULL STORY...
In 1983, Gary and Marilyn Meador founded the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association. Twenty-five years later, Goodguys is billed as the world's largest rod and custom association, with membership approaching 70,000 nationwide. FULL STORY... Automotive Royalty On Display The world's love affair with the automobile is regally represented at the Blackhawk Museum located 45 minutes southeast of San Francisco in Danville, Calif. It's a love that draws throngs of visitors representing many interests since the museum's opening in 1988. FULL STORY...
The third annual Legend of the Motorcycle takes place Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the Oceanside Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, Calif., just south of San Francisco. The event celebrates the art of motorcycling - it's past, present and future. The Concours d'Elegance is the main event of the day, where hundreds of motorcycles, everything from true antiquities to modern custom choppers, will be on display on the hotel grounds. FULL STORY... |
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