Car and Cycle Showcase Returns FEATURE OF THE MONTH

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Rivian, a new company manufacturing only 25,000 cars. Jacob Wasser’s version, a three row SUV, is capable of off-roading, has 835 horsepower, and contains 7,777 cells.

At the other end is the oldest car—a 1930 Model A Ford, built by Vern Sprankle. The majestic 1949 Packard is owned by George Heer who said Packards have been in his family all his life.

Speed and horsepower were clearly factors in the choice of muscle and sports cars. Mike Bond said his 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder is “like a rocket ship.” A true race car, a 1997 BMW M3 owned by Alex Likhterman, has been in Formula 1 races. The winning trophies were atop the car.

Linda Silverman adores her 2006 Lexus, with its predecessor having been an anniversary present from her husband. She puts the top down because “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” There were other convertibles including Stewart Bernstein’s 1968 Porsche Targa, Jesse Hunt’s 1963 yellow Corvette, Tony DeRosa’s 1999 Jaguar XK8, and Becky Funder’s 1956 Mercedes 190 SL. Becky’s husband, Jim, wanted a Corvette, but Becky prevailed by acquiring the Mercedes.

Sparkling motorcycles included three Harley Davidsons and one BMW. Rick Hall’s 1997 HD Heritage Springer has been driven across 15 western states, down to Mexico, and up to Canada.

The lovingly owned vehicles, and the stories of the partnerships, were the stars of the show. The extras that added to the festivities were the car-themed oldies music played by resident DJ, Kip Isbell, and the frozen treats.

“The 34 participants presented a wide array of cars, motorcycles, recumbent bikes . . .anything that rolls was invited.”