Gearhead Gazzette Vol 18 Issue 16 Apr 19-25 2018

Vol .18 Issue 16

April 19-25, 2018

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Vol. 18 Issue 16 4/19 – 4/25/18

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics “Jimmy B” & Butch Pate/P8 Photography Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors “PC, MICAHDOODLES, Micah Claycamp, FORD, Ford Mustang, Craig Wise

Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography Web Producer Senior Feature

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For all other advertising cost & availabilities contact Jim Brandau at 615-3002003 8am—6pm CST or at gearheadgazzette@gmail.com Editorial content is the sole property of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. All information contained in each issue is the sole opinion and comments of the editor. The opinions and comments expressed in this issue do not reflect in any way either written or implied on any of the Sponsors or Advertisers in each issue. No portion of the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE maybe reproduced in any form, without written permission from the publisher .All information relating to dates, times and locations of events is only as accurate, as provided to the GEARHEAD GAZZETTE. The GEARHEAD GAZZETTE will not be held responsible for any errors in the information provided.

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“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….”

Just go have some fun….

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“the fun starts here”….

Earlier this week, the FORD Mustang turned 54 years old!!

Ford held a birthday, a cars and coffee type events at world headquarters to celebrate with Mustang fans and lovers of America’s original pony car. April in Michigan can bring any kind of weather and it did! Die hard Ford Mustang fans refused to let a little snow spoil a birthday party though for the car they love and adore.

Despite being well into middle age, passion for the Mustang and all its variants and offshoots has never been stronger. Sure, the sales figures can tell you a lot. Ford sold 125,809 last year (2017), more than any other sports coupe in the world. But that number doesn't say it all. Really, it takes just one visit to your local cars and coffee or a snowy celebration at Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan, to see the passion for the Mustang.

The car that started the whole pony car phenomenon is now in its sixth generation. Sure, there were some duds along the way, but generally each model has been an improvement over the last. Each year on April 17 — the day the 1964-1/2 Mustang was released, — Ford has held a gathering at its corporate headquarters. April in Detroit is usually pleasant. Cars are beginning to thaw after a long winter storage, so everyone is usually excited to put some miles on the odometer. That was not the case this year.

In Michigan, Spring 2018 has been unusually cold and bitter. Ice storms over the weekend before the Mustangs birthday left thousands in the Dearborn area without power. If it wasn’t ice, it was cold winds and snow. Some would say not exactly an ideal time to celebrate the birth of a 54-year-old motoring icon. There was snow on the roads the morning of the Cars and Coffee celebration, and it was predicted to continue throughout the day.

No one really knew what kind of showing to expect because of the weather. The expectation was that there would be some fifth- and sixth-gen cars, but those were newer and were used as daily drivers rain or shine. A Fox body or SN-95 wouldn't be unusual, but no one was really expecting anyone to roll out a first-gen car for fear of some idiot misjudging braking distances in the cold. What a pleasant surprise!

As expected, there were a lot of modern cars, but there was a small collection of older models all lined up at the side. According to some Ford employees, people starting lining up around 7:30 in the morning….BRRRR!!!

Happy birthday, Mustang. Here's to many more.

Here’s some of the cars at the birthday celebration at FORD HQ and some favorites from over the years….The Mustang has touched many folks in the world!

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APR 2018: APR 18-21: TOWNSEND TN: Bronco Super Celebration 2018: Event location is at the Talley Ho Inn, 8314 TN-73. Ford Broncos ONLY. Schedule of Events: *Wednesday April 18, 10 am, Show Field Opens. NOON. Drive #1 BUSH BEANS MUSEUM – Drive to the Museum, Theatre. 8:30 pm Opening Bon-Fire, 9:00 P.M. Show Field is Closed and Locked. Thursday April 19, 9 am Show Field Opens, 10 am Drive #2 THE DRAGON – Internationally famous road with 314 turns in 11 miles. NOON Drive #3 LOST CITY OF ELKMONT – It was a big hit last year. 3 P.M. Drive #4 Drive to DUFF’s, open house from 3 till 7 for people to stop by for treats, tours, and tech. A drive to Duff’s will leave Tally Ho at 3. 6 – 8 pm Bronco Olympics – RTI Ramp, Slow Crawl Challenge, Blindfold Driving and More in Entertainment Field 8:30 P.M. Bon Fire 9:00 pm. Friday April 20: 9:30 am Drive #5 Frank is Back. Leading an adventurous drive – Based on what the park has open. This drive may include gravel, dirt. No damage should be done to Broncos but could be more adventurous terrain. 10:30 A.M. Drive

#6 TN/NC Overlook (70 Mile Round Trip – (Estimated time 3 Hours), 2:30 pm Drive #7 TOUR OF TOWNSEND – (15 Miles – Estimate time 1 1/2 Hours) 4 pm NASHVILLE EARLY BRONCO – Begin Live feed from the SuperCel. 4:30 – 7 pm EVENT DINNER available with your meal Tickets at the Food Trucks. (you can buy meals from food truck if you have no meal tickets). 5 – 8 pm BRONCO SHOW N SHINE (You will not have to move your Bronco) The Show N Shine will be judged from the regular event field. 8 pm – Smoky Mountain Rod Run in Pigeon Forge – Venture over and experience on your own. 8:30 pm Friday Night Bon Fire. Saturday April 21, BRONCO CRUISE IN, 8 am. Show Field Opens: 10 am. 11 am NASHVILLE EARLY BRONCO – Begin Live feed from the SuperCel. 1 – 2 pm Group Aeriel Photos. 2:30 pm Bronco Awards Presentation. 3 pm Bronco Product Raffle. 4:30 pm Drive #8 The annual CADES COVE drive (35 miles – estimate 2 hours) 8:30 pm Bon Voyage Bon Fire. Visit the show website for all the details. www.broncodriver.com/index…/events/bronco-super-celebration/

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APR 2018: APR 18-22: BOWLING GREEN KY: HOLLEY EFI OUTLAW STREET CAR REUNION V: Event being held at Beech Bend Raceway. 2018 will keep a lot of the classes the same as before while seeing new purse structures, new class sponsor layouts and more. Radial vs. The World will pay $15,000 to the event champion. RVW has long been a fan favorite for all involved, with the elapsed times nearing the 3.6 second range and

most cars well over 200 miles per hour in cars weighing in at nearly 3,000 pounds on a tire no wider than a 315 drag radial. X275 Drag Radial returns with a cool $10,000 into the winner’s hands at the end of the day. Limited Drag Radial brings an old school, stock appearing style category into the fold for the third consecutive season. LDR has quickly become a fan favorite class with the tight side-by-side racing and the stock appearance factor of race cars rushing down the eighth-mile in 4.2 seconds or quicker at over 180 miles per hour. Ultra Street MX235 to join the others once again to round out our radial line-up for the fifth running of the Outlaw Street Car Reunion. In 2017, we introduced the Pro Street Motorcycle category to small tire/drag radial fans for the first time and had 25 entries fill the pits to launch one of the strongest PST counts of the 2017 season. For those who do not know, Pro Street Motorcycle is a category with no wheelie bars and on a ‘radial style’ motorcycle tire – making them a great fit to a drag radial event for style and performance. In 2018, we are proud to announce they are returning for yet another exciting event, already with committed sponsorship from Great Lakes Racecraft and others expressing strong interest in our program. 6.00 Index and 7.00 Index returns to anchor our event and bring in a host of the best sportsman racers across the globe. We

stepped outside of the mold in 2017 and performed two events in one weekend with the Thursday Throwdown bonus race that was a huge hit, with over 50 entries in both classes! When the main event rolled around, car count grew even more and we had over 60 entries in each class for the big race that paid $5,000 to Win. Close to the same program is on tap in 2018 with a few small purse changes to make the payout reach more drivers and continue to strive ourselves to build this event into the Sportsman Super Bowl, year in and year out. For more info go to https:// raceoscr.com/2017/07/17/beech-bend-raceway-park-to-host-holley-efi-outlawstreet-car-reunion-v/ 10

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APR 2018 APR 19-20: PIGEON FORGE TN: SPRING 2018 PIGEON FORGE ROD RUN CRUISIN THE STRIP: Top 25 awards, ultimate 5 awards. Pre-register for extra cash! Spring: $8,000 Cash Giveaway. Door prizes. Huge swap meet with hundreds of show cars and car corral. Registration info at: www.rodrun-pigeonforge.com For more info: 865-687-3976. You can also check at www.corvetteexpo.com & www.etmotorgear.com APR 20-21: JACKSON TN: 26th Annual Bunny Run Street Rod & Custom Show at Fairgrounds Park, Jackson, TN 38301 presented by Jackson Rod & Custom Car Club.

Swap Meet, TOP 15, Mall Run Every Hour (Sat only), Dinner (Fri, 5pm), BBQ Dinner (Sat 4:30pm), Awards and Drawing (Sat 5:30pm). Most activities inside BIG building.

Vendors inside on a 1st come basis. Pre-Registration $25.00 (deadline April 12th) Day of Show $30.00. Pre-Registration drawing for $200, ONE free Tee shirt for registering at the 2017 Show. Welcome all Street Rods, Custom Cars & Trucks, must be

30 years or older ('87 or older) Rain or Shine. For more info go to http:// www.jacksonrodandcustomcarclub.com/ APR 20-21: GULFPORT MS: THE ATOMIC BLAST RAT RODS: Located at 17085 Racetrack Rd. Friday is meet & greet 4pm. Saturday gates open at 9am. $20 per person.

For more info: www.gulfportdragway.com or facebook: gulfportdragway or 228-863 -4408 APR 21: BRENTWOOD TN: 17TH ANNUAL KARS4KIDS SHOW: Show is being held at the Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home campus located at 1310 Franklin Rd. (just south

of Concord Rd.). Open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles. Registration is $20 per vehicle from 8am to noon. TOP 50 awards selected by the kids and other specialty awards presented by 3:30 pm. Food served indoors in the meeting hall and priced “by donation only”. Silent auction, DJ, and more... fun for the entire family in a 50 acre park-like setting with plenty of shade. 100% of the net proceeds fund the Children’s Summer Activities Program at the Brentwood campus. Come out and support the kids and have a great time! Over 200 entrants at the 2017 show! Rain or shine! For more information, contact Paul Collins at 615-642-5822 or email Paul at paulcollins@sullivanengineering.com 12

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APR 2018 APR 21: BIG SANDY TN: Hometown Hero Classic Car Show: Event location is at Big Sandy Ball Park, 60 Ball Park Road. Registration check in, is 9 am to 11 am, and judging follows at 11am, awards at 3pm. Entry Fee: $20. per vehicle. Rain or Shine.

This car show is in honor of Sonny Melton, the hero, who sacrificed himself to save his wife during the tragic Las Vegas Shooting. Come out and help us as we raise money to redo the park basketball courts to create a Sonny Melton Memorial Court.

All money raised will be matched by the state of Tennessee, so all donations are appreciated. The show will take place at the park where the Memorial Court will be.

TOP-10 Best in Show. Plaques will be given. We will also have an award for People's Choice. TOP-3 Motorcycles will receive medals. Bring the whole family out and enjoy the many events of the day We have 6 bands performing throughout the day as well as food, inflatables. Register at: www.signmeup.com/HometownHeroCarShow APR 21: MORRISTOWN TN: RACE TO OUR PARTY !: Located at Price for Less, 1707 E Andrew Johnson Hwy. The Butch Grooms Memorial Cruise-In. 9am-3pmRegistration ends at Noon. Cost $20 Entry Fee. All proceeds will be going to Serenity House. For more info: 423-312-0551 APR 21: SEVIERVILLE TN: SMOKY MOUNTAIN TRUCK FEST: Located at 179 Collier Dr. Show and Shine, Dyno Competition, Music and Tons of food Vendors, Door Prizes, Raffles and giveaways. Gates open at 10am. More info posted at a later date.

APR 21: GLASGOW KY: CRUZIN THE BARREN CAR SHOW: Show is being held at the Barren River State Park, located at 11088 Finney Rd. Mark your calendars- we are hosting a car show in April. Music- door prizes- trophies to top 15 classics and top 15 late models and a special raffle prize. Let bring on spring in a big way. Show starts at 9am. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/1618988058147133/ APR 21: CLARKSVILLE TN: Show N Shine at The Mill: Event being held at 1101 Dover Road. Show times: 11:00am - 2:00pm. Welcome all Classic Cars / Trucks / Street Rods, Rat Rods / Muscle Cars. No judging! Just a Cruise-In. The Mill is a handmade craft store with 100+ talented local vendors! For more info, Contact Debbie 931-338-2600 or Memory Lane Cruisers 615-517-1423. For more info go to

https://www.facebook.com/themillcraft/

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APR 2018 APR 21: PADUCAH KY: 4th Annual Twelve Oaks Baptist Church Classic Car Show & Cruise-In: Event located at 2110 New Holt Road. Times: 10am - 2pm. All Cars / Trucks / Motorcycles Welcome! Door Prizes, 50's Music, Trophies (Awards at1:00pm) Public Vote! FREE Food - Fun and Old Cars & Trucks. Registration is

FREE - Spectators welcome. Sponsored by CLASSICS of 12 Oaks Baptist.

APR 21: ARDMORE AL: Gauge Customs Cruise-In: Hosted by Gauge Customs. Cruise location is at Gauge Customs, 28727 Al Hwy-53. Starts at 2 pm. This will be our 1st Annual Gauge Customs Cruisin’. It will be a great chance to hang out, get to know everyone and have some fun! We will have a people’s choice pick, so come win your TROPHY. Hot dogs, Cake and some fun for the Kids. It is also our son's (Gauge) 7th Birthday so lets make it HUGE. Tag your Friends, share and help get us this out there. We are already expecting a big turn out so make sure your there. Watch for updates and let us know who’s showing up. For more info and updates visit: www.facebook.com/events/1385604324918673/ APR 21: LEBANON TN: 6th Annual Wilson County Motors 2018 Car Show: Show location at 903 South Hartmann Drive. Entry Fee: $10. Registration: 8 am to Noon, Judging will follow, Awards at 2 pm. Food Trucks, Music, and Special Awards including $500. for Best In Show. For more info call: 615-478-0697 or 615-308-0586 APR 21: Cynthiana, KY: Wings and Wheels Annual Fly-In / Cruise-In: Event location is at the Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport. Event Hours: 10 am - 2 pm. Airplanes, Classic to Late Model Cars, Motorcycles, Food, and much more. FREE for everyone.

For more info call: Jeana, 859-588-1359 or Kevin, 859-588-3389

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APR 2018 APR 21: DECHARD TN: PACK THE PARK CAR, TRUCK & TRACTOR SHOW: THIS IS THE MAKE UP DATE FROM APRIL 7: Located at the John L Sanders Babe Ruth Park, 117 College St. Rain date TBD. No tents in show area. Bonnie & Clyde themed show.

Registration information: $15 for first vehicle, $10 for 2nd. Special gift for the first 80 that register. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle. Trophys/awards: Tractor show: Mud Slinger, Country Choice and Best of Show. Car and Truck Show: Top 10 (Rodders Choice), Peoples Choice (car), Peoples Choice (truck), Chick Magnet, Route 66 (furthest driven), Ultimate Trucking, Cool Rat, Young Blood 2008—Current, Rising Star 1998—2007, Tiguan Award (VW award), Diamond in the Rough, The Warden (race & drag cars), Trail Hog (off the road vehicles), Bonnie & Clyde Theme Award, Low Rider and Retro Mod. Swap meet and Vendors wanted $25—12 x 12 space.

There are food vendors. Show info: 931-308-6977, or 931-691-4604; Vendor info:

931-308-3802 or 931-588-7546 after 5pm or find us on FB www.facebook.com/ packtheparkdecherd APR 21-22: COMMERCE GA: 1960’S STYLE DRAG RACE & CAR SHOW! For more info: www.GearJamVintageDrags.com or 706-424-5035 or email brad56@windstream.net

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APR 2018 APR 21-22: EAST RIDGE TN: Bug-a-PalĂźza 20: Celebrating 20 years of Bug-aPalĂźza! Returning to Camp Jordan. This two day festival features a VW car show with classes for air-cooled and water-cooled, a huge swap meet with vendors selling new and used parts, and a campout Friday and Saturday nights. Plus plenty of food, contests, prizes, and more. Emceed once again by Dr. Fielding Good. Custom handcrafted trophies will be awarded at 3PM on Sunday. All proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Chattanooga. Last year we raised $25,000 for the Ronald McDonald House, help us top that for 2018! Online registration for show cars and vendors will open soon. Sign up for our mailing list at https:// www.bugapaluza.com/mailinglist/ to be notified as soon as it's ready. We encourage online registration because space is limited and fills up quickly the day of the show. Spectator entrance is just $5 per person for the entire weekend. Children 12 and under admitted free. Show cars - $20 pre-registered or at the gate. (preregistration recommended). A $10 non-judged entry is available if you just want to park in the show grounds, if space is available. Vendors - $20 per space, 10'x20' (basically one parking space). Multiple spaces can be purchased to accommodate larger vendors. (Vendor lot is currently full). Camping - $5 per person. The RV lot is open and power/water is available on a limited basis (not guaranteed. It is up to Camp Jordan). Visit https://www.bugapaluza.com/ for all show details.

APR 22: SPARTA TN: HWY 30 SPRING CRUISE: We will meet at the Sparta Walmart located at 202 Sam Walton Drive, around 8:30, plan to leave by 9am once everyone is ready. We will leave from there and head up Spencer mountain to HWY 30, then take HWY 30 to Fall Creek Falls, come back down HWY 30 to 285 which will lead us back to 111 and back to Sparta. Anyone that wants to invite someone can, this is an open event for such reason to get as many people with nice rides to enjoy some Spring weather. Please EVERYONE share, let's get a bunch of people out! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/151888835505732/

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APR 2018 APR 20: LA CROSSE WI: MAMA TRIED’S FLAT OUT FRIDAY: Indoor flat track racers.

Located at the La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plz. Vintage and Modern Classes.

Pro and Amateur on a Dr. Pepper syrup soaked sticky concrete race track.

APR 21: OWENSVILLE OH: FASTIQUES ROD & CUSTOM 25TH ANNUAL SWAP MEET & CRUISE-IN: Located at the Clermont County Fairgrounds. Swap starts at 7:30am4:00pm Cruise-in Starts at 10am. Spaces $20 (15’x20’), Car Corral $10. Vendor Set up at 6:30 am. Food & Drinks Available, Breakfast & Lunch. Free Admission!! For more info, 513-528-0554 or 513-528-1058.

APR 2018 APR 19-21: LAS VEGAS NV: VIVA LAS VEGAS #21: The Viva Las Vegas Car Show is the best car show of its type anywhere. Cars are strictly pre-63 and must be in a style from that era. If you have a question about the car you would like to enter before you buy your tickets, please email axle@vlvcarshow.com. At the VLV Car Show over 800 cars were registered with more than 20,000 attending to view the car show. The Car Show will be held at The Orleans Hotel. We are using a massive fenced in parking lot next to The Orleans Arena. Winning car owners will receive Custom made plaques by Axle & Wild Bill. Phone Tom at 562-496-4287 with registration questions or go to www.vivalasvegas.net APR 20-21: NEW BRAUNFEL TX: 26TH ANNUAL SWAP MEET & SUNDAY CAR SHOW:

Located at the Comal County Fairgrounds, 801 E Common Street. No dogs allowed, except service & vendor dogs. Free to the Public, On-site parking, $5.00 per car, $10 Trucks w/trailers. Vendors may enter spaces starting 8am Thursday. Free parts hauling. ATM on site. Swap meet spaces are side by side or back to back 12’ x 25’ $40 and registration at gate $45. Swap meet info-830-708-1372. Profits from the Swap meet and Car Show are used for educational scholarships. 24 hour security provided. Food and drink provided by concession only. For more info: www.newbraunfelareacarclub.com .

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APR 2018 APR 20-21: SHERWOOD AR: MOPARMANIA-LIGHTWAVE 3/MOPARMANIA 3 APRIL 21.

Located at Sherwood Forest, 1111 W Maryland Ave. 8am-3pm. Bounce houses.

Show time 8am-3pm, Illuminated desionz 6pm-10pm.

Moparmania 3 register on the day of show $35, but early pre-registration is available. Judging will be 10am-2pm. Over 100+ trophies will be awarded. Trophies awarded at 3pm in Forest Room. Door prize, split the pot raffle. Car show proceeds after expenses paid will be benefitting the Sherwood Animal Shelter. For more info: moparmania.net for tickets and info. Find us on FB. APR 22: TUCSON AZ: 3RD ANNUAL BEST OF THE BEST: Presented by the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 7. Event being held at the American Legion Post 7, located at 330 W. Franklin St. Show runs from 10am -2pm. $6.00 pulled ork sandwiches with coleslaw. Live DJ, Raffles, Classis car show, prizes, giveaways and more!

For more info call 520-622-8703

APR 2018 APR 20-21: LAKE ELSINORE CA: HUGE ANTIQUE & CAR PART SALE: Brass Era and Classic Car Era Cars. 40 plus year collection of antiques, car parts and memorabilia.

Sale being held at 31875 Corydon St. 6000sqft warehouse of good stuff! Tons of parts for Stutz, Packard, Ford and pre-war cars. Lots of furniture, antiques and more. The grandfather dies in 1987 and everything has been stored away since., For more info call 626-592-2212

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APR 2018 APR 18-22: CARLISLE PA: SPRING CARLISLE COLLECTOR CAR SWAP MEET, CORRAL AND AUCTION: The event plays host to thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts who travel to our 150-acre facility from all points of the globe to buy, sell and celebrate all things automotive. This is a fun-filled weekend the entire family will enjoy. While exploring the grounds and 8,100 vending spaces, you will marvel at one of the largest automotive swap meets in the world. Carlisle is the place to purchase any of the 2,000 vehicles at the car corral where you can slip behind the wheel and get a feel for the vehicle. Even better, you can deal directly with the car owner to work out the best price. This is where you can buy, sell and trade with total confidence. All roads lead to Carlisle, Pennsylvania where you’ll find a community of passionate motorheads and a commitment to superb service that can only be achieved through more than four decades of know-how. Adult Admission: Daily Wed.- Sat. $10 / Sun $7 / Event Pass $30. Kids 12 and Under FREE. Event Hours Wed.-Sat. 7am-6pm, Sun. 7am-3pm. Auctions Dates: Thursday & Friday, 2-10pm / Saturday at 10am. For more info on tickets, becoming a vendor or selling your car, go to http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlislespring-swap-meet-corral-auction/default.aspx APR 21: BOWIE MD: ASPHALT ANGELS SPRING CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOW: Asphalt Angels of Maryland Car Club, Inc. Event being held at the parking lot of Chili's located at 16401 Heritage Blvd. Rain Date will be Sunday, 4/22/18. Event is open to all makes and models, bikes and trucks. Registration fee at the gate is $20. Spectators are free. Awards will include: Top 40 * Top Bikes * Best In Show * Manager's Choice * Specialty Awards and The Buzzy Farmer Memorial Award.

50/50 * Food * Drink Specials * Basket Raffle will also be available during the show.

For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/162240617735175/

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APR 2018 APR 22: NORTH BRUNSWICK NJ: 23RD ANNUAL COPS & RODDERS CAR SHOW: Located at DeVry University, 630 U.S. Highway One North. Pre-registration $18-$20 at the gate. All pre-registered vehicles guaranteed a 9x12 plaque. Pre-registration must be received by April 13. Vendor spaces are available. Most Trophies awarded then any local show. Car Club participation Trophies (for largest pre-registered club). For more info: carshow@NBTPBA160.com or www.NBTPBA160.com or on FB (North Brunswick PBA Local 160) or Twitter (@NBPBALocal160).

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Photo’s by Craig Wise / Story by Jimmy B

How do you know it's Christmas time in SoCal? When you see the long lines around Irwindale for the Mooneyes X-Mas Party Show & Drag!

The Mooneyes X-Mas Party & Drag is a huge car show with over 1000 lead sleds, bombs, rat rods, hot rods and kustoms covered the parking lot at Irwindale, Raceway. On top of all that, for the 2017 edition, exactly 100 race cars showed up for the NHRA sanctioned 1/8-mile drags!

Add in bands, vendors, a pinup contest and loads of X-Mas spirit, and even Santa knew where the fun was!

Some history for those that don’t know about Moone Equipment and Dean Moon,

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Mooneyes (plural because there are two of them) is an ancient hot rod and speed parts company in Santa Fe Springs, Calif. founded by original hot rod hero Dean Moon over 60 years ago.

Dean was a product of growing up in Southern California, working at his parents’ restaurant in Santa Fe Springs. He served in Japan after WWII then in Korea during the Korean War. So he was a real American hero on the tail end of the Greatest Generation. When Dean got back from serving his country, he came back to Southern California and founded Moon Equipment Co. to feed the burgeoning hot rod craze that was sweeping the nation. It seemed everyone had footshaped Moon gas pedals, shiny Moon gas tanks and those spun Moon wheel covers to get that extra couple mph on the salt.

The most interesting thing about the Mooneyes X-Mas Party is everyone who come to it. Most hot rod gatherings are, let’s face it, a big bunch of “gray beards”, thank God for them!.

The Mooneyes X-Mas Party is young guys, from all backgrounds. It’s a multicultural slice of the entire SoCal area, with as many club names in Spanish as in English. There were young guys with chinos and Pendletons; old guys in chinos and Pendletons; girls in rockabilly styles; guys with neck tattoos; guys with no tattoos at all; a guy selling Tiki carvings, a girl selling dresses out of a converted Mother’s Cookies step van; older guys doing the drag racing; younger guys hanging around talking with each other while cooking breakfast on vintage grills.

Every year it’s a wonderful coming together of old guys, young guys, and a whole lot of people who love cool cars, drag racing and all things hot rod and gearhead fun.

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THURSDAY NIGHT EACH MONTH: Lebanon, TN - Coach's East Gate Grille Cruise: Located at 6750 East gate Drive. Located off I-40 and Hwy 109. From: 5pm - 8pm. Every Thursday Night. Cruising Start Date April 12th. Peoples Choice Award, 50/50 Drawing and more. Visit: www.coachseastgate.net CHATTANOOGA TN: BURGERZ & RODZ CRUISE IN: Hosted by the East Tennessee Street Rods and THE COOK OUT. Cruise takes place every Thursday night thru Nov 1st. Cruise runs from 6-9pm. Cruise is held at 5390 Hwy 153. Monthly giveaways, news & information on local and regional cars show and cruise in’s. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428295254145934 NASHVILLE TN: OLD SKOOL & NEW KOOL CRUISE-IN: Cruise is held every Thursday night thru Oct. Cruise takes place at Life Church located at 215 Broadmoor DR. Cruise runs from 5-8pm. Open to all classic cars, trucks, muscle cars, street rods, Tuners, rat rods, sports cars, low riders and anything cool! For more info call 615668-8090 or go to www.lifechurchnashville.org or www.facebook.com/ oldskoolandnewkool/

FRIDAY NIGHT EACH MONTH: Hendersonville TN: Hendersonville Cruise In: Cruise Location is now at 393 E. Main St., at the old Sear Outlet Parking Lot. Cruising is on every Friday Night thru Halloween. Cruise time is 6 til 9pm. Family fun, door prizes, 50/50 drawing, ride of the week, oldies music. For more info go to www.facebook.com/ HendersonvilleCruiseIn/ LEBANON TN: SNOW WHITE DRIVE IN CRUISE: Held on Friday Nights at Middle Tennessee’s oldest Drive In. Cruising Start Date April 13. Snow White has been serving up great burgers, shakes, fries and more since the early ‘50’s! Add in a whole lot of cool cars on a Friday night and the recipe equals fun! Located at 1714 West Main St. For more info call 615-443-4299 JEFFERSON CITY TN: MOSSY CREEK CRUZERS CRUISE-IN: Takes place every Friday night from April – Oct. Cruise runs from 5:30-8:30pm. Cruise is held in the parking lot at BIG LOTS on Hwy 11 E. For more info go to www.mossycreekcruzers.org 3rd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : MURFREESBORO TN: 2018 BENEFIT CRUISE-IN SEASON: Presented by the CHRA. Cruise is being held on the 3rd Friday Night of each month from April thru Sept.

Cruise is held at the New Vision Baptist Church located at 1750 N Thompsons Lane.

Cruise runs from 5pm until dark. $1.00 donation for ASCF. Concessions, Car & Bible Trivia, Door Prizes, Oldies Music For more info contact Peggy at Dixie718@Comcast.net The Christian Hot Rod Association of Tennessee is dedicating their 2018 Benefit Cruise-In Season to A Soldier’s Child Foundation.

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3rd FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : COWAN TN: COWAN CRUISE-IN: Cruise is held on the 3rd Friday of each month in downtown Cowan. Cruise Starts on April 20th. Cruise In open to any and all vehicles...Rat Rods, Street Rods, Classics, Antiques, Race Vehicles, Drifters, Pickum Up Trucks. Trailer queens can be unloaded in Monterey Station parking lot. Drive it, Drag it, or Push it... just don't miss the fun!

SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located right off Cool Springs Blvd.

CLARKSVILLE TN: SHOW & SHINE AT THE MILL: Hosted by the Memory Lane Cruisers.

Event being held at The Mill located at 1101 Dover Rd. Welcome all classic cars, trucks, street rods, rat rods, and muscle cars. No judging! Just a cruise-in! There will be outdoor vendors, a silent auction, a food truck, and live entertainment by It's Relative! For more information visit: http://www.memorylanecruisers.net/ SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : LAVERGNE TN: CRUISE-IN AT THE DRIVE IN: Cruise takes place every Saturday Night.

Cruise runs from April – September. Cruise times are 5-8pm. Classic & New Vehicles are welcome. Main cruise parking is held in the CVS parking lot located at 5210 Murfreesboro Rd with extra parking at SONIC. Sponsored by CVS & SONIC. Free family friendly event. 50/50 drawing. Special offered by SONIC DRIVE IN. Oldies music, great food and good company. For more info call 615-506-8164 or checkout CRUISE-IN at the Drive In on Facebook.

LEBANON TN: GOOD WHEEL CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: NEW LOCATION for 2018!! Cruise is held every Saturday night weather permitting. Cruise runs from 4-10pm. New Cruise location is at the old Kmart lot located at 1443 West Main St. 50/50 Drawing.

Trophy for Car of the Week. Join us for fun, fellowship and a good time with cool cars on Saturday Nights. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ groups/552023871629171 GOODLETTSVILLE TN: GOODLETTSVILLE CRUISE-IN: Location: Publix Shopping Center, 460 Long Hollow Pike. Starts, April 21st, From: 5pm til 9pm, Weather Permitting.

3rd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S MAYFIELD KY: TOP GUN CRUISE IN: Cruise takes place on the 3rd Saturday Night of each month from April – September. Cruise takes place on Broadway & 7th. Cruise Times: 3pm - 8pm. For more info, visit http://www.topguncarshows.com 36

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3rd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S ERIN TN: CRUISE-IN ON THE SQUARE: Music, 50/50 drawing, great door prizes, Great food by Paul's Pizza Palace. Time: 5pm- 9pm. Starts April 21st - October. Sponsored by the local merchants and the City of Erin.

SPARTA TN: SPARTA CRUISE-IN: The Sparta Good Time Cruisers will be kicking off the Cruise-In season on Saturday, April 21th and running thru Oct. Cruise is held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Cruise runs from 3:00 pm until dusk. The cruise is held on Liberty Square in downtown Sparta. Come on out and enjoy some of the most awesome Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Antique, Rat Rods and Trucks in the Upper Cumberland. The fine folks at Christpoint Church will again be providing some delicious grilled burgers, hot dogs, and all the fixins with sides. Bring your chair and your family and come on out for a great time! And as always it is FREE!!! For more info call 931-212-7658.

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISIN’: LEWISBURG TN: SONIC CRUISE IN: Held every Monday night from 5-7pm.Cruising starts on March 12th and runs until it Nov. Located at the SONIC Drive In at 420 Ellington Pkwy WHITE HOUSE TN: CRUISE-IN AT COLORADO GRILL: Cruise is held every Monday Night, weather permitting starting April 9th thru October. Last Monday in Oct will be the Trunk or Treat Cruise. The Cruise runs from 5:30-8:30pm. Cruise is held at the Colorado Grill parking Lot located AT 2747 Hwy 31W. For more info call Wayne Malugin, 615-566-7343 cell or Bob Boone, 601-954-3604 cell or go to www.facebook.com/White-House-Cruise-In-1509561229255974/ TUESDAY NIGHT: BOWLING GREEN KY: CRUISIN FOR A CURE: The cruise is held every Tuesday Night from 5-8pm. Cruise is held at Brusters Ice Cream located at 2712 Scottsville Rd. Cruise starts on April 3rd and runs thru Oct. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/1666015903486109/ WESTMORELAND TN: DOWNTOWN WESTMORELAND CRUISE: Held every Tuesday starting April 10 and runs thru Oct 30th. Cruise runs from 5-8pm. Al cars, truck and motorcycles welcome

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THURSDAY NIGHT CRUISIN’: LOMBARD IL: BRAUERHOUSE TIRE SWARM CUSTOM CAR AND BIKE ROLL-IN: Cruise is held every Thursday Night. Cruise starts on April 19th. Cruise id held at the Brauerhouse at Rt. 53 & North Ave. Live Music. NO COLORS!. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/brauerhouse/ MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Cruise happens every Monday night from 59pm. Rain, snow or shine! Held at the WENDY’s just south of I-80 exit 112(Rt47). Open cruise so bring what you are driving and have fun with us! For more info email to willis824@Comcast.net

4th TUESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ST CHARLES IL: ST CHARLES CRUISE NITES: Cruise takes place on the 4th Tuesday night of each month starting April 24th and running thru Sept. Cruise is held o Riverside Drive, Entrance is at Walnut & Second Ave. %pm car registration. 7:45pm awards. All cars must be registered. No charge for participants. Food, raffles, music, vendors and more.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ORO VALLEY AZ: FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm.

Open to cars & bikes from all era’s. All makes and models from car clubs or lone wolf’s.

Simple Rules. No burnouts, no loud music, be respectful of others and the property and parking lot must be left clean. Free Custard. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/313950265718586

CHANDLER AZ: HAPPY HOUR CAR SHOW & LIVE MUSIC: Cruise held every Friday Night. Cruise is held at the Patio at the Forum located at 2301 S Stearman Drive.

Cruise runs from 4-8pm. Free wood fired pizza from 5-6:30apm. Bring your cars or just come and have fun.

3rd SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: SAN TAN VALLEY AZ: SATURDAY AFTERNOON CRUISE-IN: Hosted by the Saturday Night Cruisers. Cruise runs from 4pm - ??. Cruise starts Oct.21st and runs on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Being held at Freddy’s Steakburgers at the corner of Hunt Hwy & Gary Rd. Music, raffles, Peoples Choice Award, Steakburgers & frozen custard and lights…we have lights. Win a $25 gift Certificate from Freddy’s every cruise night. For info call 480-204-6201 40

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WEDNESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN DOWNEY CA: BOB’S BIG BOY HOT ROD AND CUSTOM CRUISE NIGHTS: Held every Wednesday Night at the Car Hop. Runs from 5-10pm. Hot rods, Classic’s and Muscle cars. Located at 7447 E. Firestone Blvd. Bring the whole family for a night of fun. For more info call 562-928-BOBS

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MILLTOWN NJ: HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS CRUISERS CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Friday Nights at Home Depot are kicking in. Our First Home Depot Cruise Night will be April 13th starting 6pm to 9pm and every Friday there after. The Hollywood Night Cruisers hope everyone had a great winter and we look forward to seeing all of you and, another excellent Season.

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APR 2018: APR 26-28: BOWLING GREEN KY: MICHELIN NCM BASH: Located at the National Corvette Museum. For more info: www.CorvetteMuseum.org or visit www.BGKY.com or 800-326-7465. The dates and times subject to change. Please verify on event websites before making plans!

APR 26-28: ORANGE BEACH AL: BAMA COAST CRUISE: Located at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Calling all car enthusiasts! Be part of the best cruisin’ event on Alabama’s Gulf Coast! Visit: www.bamacoastcruise.com & download an Entry Form or call 205-655-4950 to receive one in the mail. This is an open show welcoming all classic and specialty vehicles. Find us on FB. APR 26-28: SEVIERVILLE TN: ALL TRUCK NATIONALS: Located at the Sevier County Fairgrounds. Awards: Ultimate truck Award & $1,000 Trivecta Award & $250. Check website for details on how to qualify. Truck classes: Top 50—Ford Trucks, Chevy/ GMC Trucks. Top 25—Rat Rods and 25 all other. For more info:

www.surfboardpromotion.com APR 27-29: MAGGIE VALLEY NC: 24th Annual Southeast Mini Truckin Nationals: Event being held at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. A 3 day show in the beautiful mountains of Maggie Valley NC. Come out and kick back with the most laid back show with that 90's truck show feel. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the North Carolina mountains and all the killer rides as we all gather to make Mini Truckin great again! With the Top 50 awards along with 20 specality awards and of course the "FAB 5" ( that will be show cased in front of the stage in 2018) along with cash prize! We will have games and giveaways all weekend and the famous cruise down main street of Maggie Valley - this is one you dont want to miss! Packing it out in 2018!! For more info go to www.minitruckinnats.com or on instagram @minitruckinnats

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APR 2018: APR 27-29: RALEIGH NC: 4TH NORTH CAROLINA NATIONALS-GOODGUYS 2018 EVENT: Located at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds located at 1025 Blue Ridge Rd.. Over 1,500 Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru '87. Spectre Performance All American Sunday welcoming American made or powered vehicles of all years. Goodguys AutoCross - Featuring 16 car "Rumble in Raleigh" presented by BF Goodrich. Goodguys Saturday Night Demolition Derby. Indoor car show featuring Hot Rods, Customs, Historic NASCAR Vehicles and more. Burn Out Competition.

Vendor & Manufacturer Exhibits. Swap Meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral, Live Music Entertainment, Kids Zone - Free Arts and crafts, games, prizes & more! Kids Free Revell Model Car Make-N-Take - Get your kids involved in model building.

Kickoff party and TGIF Party at the Hyatt Place Raleigh West - 710 Corporate Center Dr. For more info call 919-821-7400 or 925-820-8241 or go to www.goodguys.com or www.facebook.com/events/1707964332589101/

APR 28: ATHENS AL: 11TH ANNUAL CARS AND BIKES ON THE SQUARE: Located on the Square. Gates open at 7am show 8am-2pm. $20 per vehicle, Registration 7amnoon. No preregistration. Family friendly, kids space. Money tree, DJ, no judging, Mayors choice award and sponsors choice medals. Cash prizes every 15 minutes.

Food, vendors, prizes Raffle. For More info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/173633913192293/ APR 28: LEXINGTON KY: 2nd ANNUAL DEUCE’S BLUEGRASS GATHERING: Location at Masterson Station Park, 3051 Leestown Road. Pre-62 Hot Rods Kustoms, Street Machines, Street Rods & Pickups. Featuring special ’32 Area, added area Shelby’s Mustang Corral 1964 ½ thru 2018. Live music. Event 11am-5pm. Awards start at 4pm.

Pre-62 Top Ten Picks. Bring your favorite chair and drinks. $25 pre-registration & Day of Show. Includes event T-shirt designed by Jimmy Smith and a Free BBQ lunch.

For more info and updates: www.facebook.com/events/537085523298599/

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APR 2018: APR 28: Franklin KY: 7th Annual Cruise-In at the Drive-In: Hosted by Southern Kentucky Street Rods. Event location is at the Franklin Drive-In, 6250 Nashville Road (US 31-W). Cruise-In gates open at 10 am and close at 3 pm. Open to ALL street rods, hot rods, muscle cars, classics, modern muscle and motorcycles. FREE to all, 50/50 drawing to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation; door prizes, swap meet, vendors, Cool photo opportunity in front of the drive-in screen, concessions available. For more info, contact: Mason Barnes, 270-598-1428 APR 28: NEWPORT TN: 10th Annual Cruise Against Cancer: Event location is at the Lowe's Home Improvement, 120 Epley Road. Sponsored by Hard Times Street Rods.

Event is Rain or Shine. Hours: 6 am to Midnight (18 hours cruise-in). Music, Food, Silent Auction. No Charge Entry but Donations are gladly Accepted. Proceeds benefit, Celebrate Life Cancer Support Group. For more info, Nathan Manning, 865-548-

6152, email: cruiseagainstcancer@yahoo.com -or visit: www.facebook.com/ CelebrateLifeCruiseAgainstCancer APR 28: New Johnsonville TN: 5th Annual KEVIN YORK MEMORIAL Ride: Cruise to benefit St. Jude's Children's Hospital: (Rain date May 5th). The ride will leave the Johnsonville Employees Recreation Area (Jera Building) on DuPont Road at 11:30 am and return around 1:30 pm. "The Shack BBQ" will be there selling sandwiches. There will be music, a silent auction, and family fun. All proceeds will to St. Jude's. Welcome all Motorcycles, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, Just bring it. For more info contact,

Junior Hartup, (731) 441-1373 APR 28: SPRINGFIELD TN: Car Show: Event location is at Stewart Williams Furniture Store, 801 Memorial Blvd. Open to Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, Hotrods, Trucks, Lowriders, Exotics, Anything Cool. Registration is from 8 am to Noon, Awards at 2 pm. Entry Fee $20, Vendor Spaces $20. Concessions Available, 50/50 drawing, Door Prizes, Donations accepted. All proceeds go towards TN G-Force Fastpitch Softball Team. For more info: Chris Goodfred, 615-268-4276

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APR 2018: APR 28: LEXINGTON KY: SHELBY’S 1ST ANNUAL MUSTANG CORRAL: Located at 1031 Contract Street. 1964 ½ thru 2018. New Venue! Live Music Special! Rain Date if needed April 29th. $25 Pre-registration & Day of Show (this includes Event T-shirt and FREE BBQ lunch). Event 11am-5pm. Awards start at 4pm with Top Ten Picks.

Bring your favorite chair and drinks.

APR 28: FAYETTEVILLE TN: 3rd Annual Cruisin for A Cure Car Show: located at Lincoln County High School, 1233 Huntsville Highway. (rain date May 5th) Times: 9am 2pm. Donations Accepted! Open to all Cars, Trucks & Motorcycles. Registration Fee $20.00. Dash plaques for the 1st 30 to register ON-LINE. 9 categories: Classics, Hot Rods, Rat Rods, Imports, Motorcycles, Muscle Cars - 80's and Older, Trucks Modern & Trucks - 80's and Older. All funds benefit Huntington's Disease Society of America. Register ON-LINE at https://hdsa.donordrive.com/index.cfm? fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1366

APR 28: KNOXVILLE TN: 17th Annual Halls Crossroads Car Show. Rain or Shine! at the Food City Parking lot (Halls Community), 7202 Maynardsville Hwy. Entertainment, Show Awards - Over 25 classes to win, Silent Auction, Shopping. Registration 9am - Noon, Judging begins at Noon - Awards at 4pm. Register online at https://goo.gl/forms/XQGTcRVDbeLn0RX33 APR 28: SOUTH PITTSBURG TN: National Cornbread Festival: Cruise-In @ Dixie Freeze Located at 200 Elm Ave. Cruise Times: 2-6pm CST. For more info call (423) 837-6423

APR 28: PORTLAND TN: Portland Masonic Lodge Car, Truck, and Bike Show: Event location is at Meadowbrook Park, South Broadway (Sponsored by O'Reilly Auto Parts and the City of Portland). Entry Fee: $15. Registration 8 am to Noon, Judging starts on Arrival. Trophies awarded at 2 pm. Door Prizes, 50/50. Proceeds go to Portland Masonic Lodge #326 and support for the local community. Oldies music, dash plaques, concessions. For more info: Jerry Dorris, 615-414-4803/ Charlie Givens, 615-417-0450/ Steve White 615-476-7828

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APR 2018: APR 28: PULASKI TN: PULASKI LIONS CLUB 1ST ANNUAL SHOW: Join us at the Giles Agri-Park. We will have food vendors, a flea market, a kids zone, cash drawings, a 50/50 drawing, and more! Bring your used eyeglasses to donate to the Club. There will also be a diabetes screening. Proceeds will go to eyesight and diabetes projects

in Giles County. Pre-register by sending a check or money order to: Open Lions Club Car Show, PO Box 273, Pulaski, TN 38478. Pre-registration Cost: $20/ vehicle. Include name, address, vehicle make, and model.

Pre-registration Deadline: April 28th. Dash plaques will be given to the first 150 vehicles. Registration will also be from 8am to noon on the day of the show.

For more information call 931-638-6216 (general & flea market vendor info, vehicle entry), 931-363-8188 (food vendors), 931-703-4281 (vehicle entry, general info). **Special Note: NO alcoholic beverages, NO tents or umbrellas except for Flea Market vendors, NO boom boxes. Hosts are not eligible for any awards or drawings. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/153947971963154/ APR 28: CLARKSVILLE TN: KEEP TRUCKIN’ CAR SHOW: Palmyra Volunteer Fire Department presents - Firefighter Jesse Knowles Memorial "Keep Truckin Car Show".

Event being held at Rich Ellen Park, located on TN -149. Entry Fee $20.00. Starts at 10:00am - Judging at Noon. Food, Music, Silent Auction. All proceeds go to the Jesse Knowles Memorial Scholarship.

APR 28: NASHVILLE TN: SPRING ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE SHOW: Music City AMCA is partnering with Lane Motor Museum for the Antique Motorcycle Show. Bring out your old bike so other can appreciate it and everyone can have some fun. $25 entrant fee gets you a valuable participation prize, the opportunity to display your bikini the designated show area and a voter card. BEST OF SHOW trophy to be awarded! All bikes welcome. Spectators free. Food Truck Service.

AMCA 615.330.4282 for more information or go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/266482073891138/

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APR 2018: APR 28: SOMERSET KY: Somernites Cruise Opening Weekend: It has been a long winter but, now it's time to make your final plans to cruise to Somerset, KY on Saturday, April 28th for Opening Somernites Weekend 2018! This is always a special day for us and hopefully for you too. It's been six long months since last season closed and we're ready to cruise again. How 'bout you?

Help kick off the 18th year of Somernites Cruise and let's make it the biggest and best yet! There are plenty of details below but, here are the quick highlights for April... Friday Meet & Greet from 10:00am-2:00pm at Danny's Rod Shop is the official kickoff to Cruise Weekend, followed by Friday Night Thunder Block Partypresented by Somerset Mall & Walmart at 6:00pm! The Sat. Morning Fun Run visits nearby Mill Springs Civil War Battlefield! Orphans Showcase Corral at the Sat. Sow & Shine for all vehicles from manufacturers no longer in business!

The first 1000 show cars and trucks thru the gates will receive a FREE collectable Somernites 2018 poster! Supply is limited so, only one poster per vehicle please. A special "Circle Your Wagon's" display on Town Square featuring classic and vintage wagons! New official 2018 Event Shirts will be available at the merchandise trailer all weekend long. Prices the same as last year!

As always, Vendor Alley and the used auto parts Swap Meet are 'must do' stops while at the Saturday Show & Shine. The weekend concludes with the famous 'Cruisin' the Strip' action on Sat. night! What an Opening Weekend it's going to

be! Be sure to "Like" our Facebook Fanpage for the latest details and info as we get closer to the big day. Visit our pages for updates: www.facebook.com/ SomernitesCruise/ and Website: www.somernitescruise.com/

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APR 2018: APR 28: GREENVILLE SC: CAROLINA MOTORFEST SPRING 2018: Carolina Motorfest is back! The Upstate's largest car and bike show, auto auction, and swap meet. Show off your ride, take home a trophy, and see amazing cars, trucks and bikes. Buy, sell or trade parts for cars, trucks and bikes. Buy or sell a car, truck, motorcycle or golf

cart in the car corral. Enjoy food, beverages and all things cars. General Admission tickets ONLY $10 each! (kids 10 and under free). Parking is $5 cash per vehicle.

Parking on the track is $10 cash per vehicle (car show, car corral, and swap meet only). If it’s on wheels, has been on wheels, or should be on wheels, it’ll be at Carolina Motorfest. Questions? Want More Info?

Email: Motorfest@entercom.com Phone: 864-271-9200. http:// www.carolinamotorfest.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/ events/190426964895652/

APR 28: GALLATIN TN: GALLATIN SQUARE FEST CAR SHOW: Sponsored by Wilson Bank & Trust. Event takes place in downtown Gallatin. This event has a car show also. Square Fest is an annual spring event in Downtown Gallatin. Time: 10am to 5pm. Though it is a young event, it has grown in size to over 150 vendors and in excess of 15,000 visitors. Square Fest is a rain or shine event. The event is primarily an arts and crafts festival, however, a large variety of food, several non-profits, two stages of entertainment and a large children’s area also contribute to the festival. Anyone need additional information is asked to call the Historic Downtown Gallatin office at 615-452-5692 or go to http://www.downtowngallatin.com/square-

fest APR 28: GURLEY AL: CENTRAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. CAR SHOW: Event is being held at the Madison County High School located at 174 Brock Rd. The event runs from 10am to 2pm This is Community Day / Car Show. Food & Parts Vendors. FREE Vendor spots. $10.00 registration Fee. Raffles and games for the kids. Free Admission. For more info email maplesdalls@gmail.com

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APR 2018: APR 28: MOBILE AL: 23RD ANNUAL CAR SHOW AND SWAP MEET: MOPARFEST AT THE BATTLESHIP: Rain or Shine. Located at 2701 Battleship Parkway. Pre-registration $25 (includes t-shirt) day of show $30 (no shirt). Show registration 8am-11amjudging begins at 9am. $4 parking fee to enter the park. Mopar vendors free— Mopar Car Corral free—Free Mopar swap meet. 50/50 raffle, Event T-shirts on Sale and Music. Classes and awards (all vehicles must be a Mopar/AMC powered). Class 1—1975 and older Top 40, Class 2—1976 to 2004 Top 10, Class 3—2005 and newer Top 30, Class 4—SRT all years and models Top 10, Class 5—Race Cars (not street legal) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Best of Show Pre 1976, Best of Show Post 1976— Sponsor Awards, Long Distance, Best Pre 60, Best A Body, Best C Body, Best E Body, Best AMC, Awards will not be mailed. Please be present. For more info: www.bigeasymopar.org or 504-415-5731 or 504-512-0367. Find us on FB.

APR 28-29: HAMPTON GA: ATLANTA MOTORAMA: Georgia’s Motoring Festival: Event being held at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. Celebrating Chevy Tri-Fives, Corvettes and Mopars. Giant car show, Automotive Autocross, Vendor Midway, Collector car auction, swap meet, Extreme motorsports, Vintage RV’s, speedway cruise, BBQ Cookoff, Kids Zone and more! For more info go to www.atlantamotorama.com or https://www.facebook.com/atlmotorspeedway/ APR 29: SOUTHHAVEN MS: SOUTHPOINT SUPERCRUISE: The supercruise is being held at Hwy 51 and Stateline Rd. Cruise runs from 4pm til dark. Free rinks. Cruise n in for a good time. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ MidSouthHotRodHappenings/

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APR 2018: APR 27-29: JEFFERSON WI: 41ST ANNUAL SPRING JEFFERSON AUTO SWAP MEET: Mark your calendar now for the Madison Classics 41st Annual Spring Jefferson auto swap meet, car corral & car show held at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds

located at 503 N. Jackson Ave. Come browse over 99 acres for classics, collectibles and parts to find that special piece for your collection. The show features more than 3,100 vendor spaces and hundreds of cars for sale. The Swap Meet and Car Corral is all three days and the car show is Saturday and Sunday only. The feature cars are Street Rods; however, all makes and models are welcome in the car show. Car show sat/sun only. Admission is $10 per adult and kids 12 and under are free when accompanied by paying adult. No pets, please. Hours: Fri. 10-6, Sat. 6-4, Sun 6-3. For more information please call (608) 244-8416 or visit www.madisonclassics.com .

APR 27-29: CANFIELD OH: DAVE & ED’S SUPER AUTO EVENTS CANFIELD SWAP MEET: Event being held at 7265 Columbiana Canfield Rd. The areas oldest meet for Rodders, Classics & Antiques. Swap Meet, Car Corral & Sunday Only Car Show.

Vendor spaces available Outdoor spaces $60 each - approximately 15 x 30 size, admit 2 people. Limited Indoor spaces $60 each - approximately 9 x 9 size, admit 2 people. Call to reserve with credit card or pay cash at the gate the weekend of the show. Car Corral: $25 vehicle/driver, cash payment @ gate weekend of show. Sunday Car Show: car/driver FREE, passengers $7 each, Limited dash

plaques & goodie bags. General Admission: $7 per day/ $10 weekend pass. FREE parking, FREE part pick up, FREE notary service, Kids 11 & Under FREE. Find Vendors selling car, truck & motorcycle parts, leather goods, sunglasses, t-shirts, shop rags, tires & wheels, titles and much more. This is a family friendly event.

For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/pg/daveedsautoevents/events/

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APR 2018: APR 28: ENERGY IL: 4TH ANNUAL S.I. HOT RODDERS CAR, TRUCK & OTORCYCLE SHOW: Located at the Energy Park. Registration 9am-12pm, Awards at 2pm. 50/50 Raffles. Awards: S.I.Hot Rodders Team Choice Fraternal order of Police Lodge 197 will be selling food and drinks. All proceeds go to support Special Olympics Area 15 S.I. Hot Rodders Team with uniforms equipment, travel expenses for athletes & their families. For more info: 618-922-5346, 618-964-5711.

APR 28: JEFFERSONVILLE IN: 7TH SEMNI-ANNUAL LOUISVILLE SPRING CLASSIC: Vintage Collector Car Auction. Open to the public. Spectators Welcome. $10.00 Admission. Event being held at the Clark County Auto Auction located at 1000 Auction Lane. Brand new facility. Auction begins at 10am. Gates open at 8am. For more info or to consign a vehicle call 615-496-2277 or go to www.southernclassicauctions.com APR 29: ANN ARBOR/SALINE MI: 38TH ANNUAL CLASSIC BICYCLE SWAP MEET & SHOW: Located at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd. .

Show time 8am-3pm. Over 10,000 bikes and gas powered minibikes on display last year. Over 275 vendors in 2017. $5 admission, door prizes, free parking. Kids 10 and under free admission. Classic Bicycle Corral in Bldg E. Only cost $10 to see your Classic Bike. The Biggest, The Oldest, The Best! For more info: 248-642-6639 after 6pm. or email bikeshow@aol.com, FB facebook.com/ annarborclassicbikeshowandswap or www.ann-arbor-bicycleshow.com APRIL 29: SHELBY TWP MI: 21ST ANNUAL ALL MOPAR SWAP MEET AND CAR SHOW:

Located at Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 VanDyke Ave. Show time 8am-3pm.

Swap spaces $20/spots are approx. 20 x 20. Set up time for swap meet vendors is between 6am-8am. Show car entries $10 for vehicle owner and spouse. NOMM members are $5 for vehicle owner and spouse. No prepayment or pre-registration necessary. There will be a vehicle award presentation at 2pm. Car show vehicles must register between 7am-9am. Spectator admission is $5 per adult, children 16 and under are free. Ample free parking on site. Food and beverage will be available to purchase on site. Rain or Shine event! For more info: marcrozman@icloud.com or 248-398-2348.

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APR 2018: APR 26-29: FT WORTH TX: PATE SWAP MEET: Located at the Texas Motor Speedway.

Come see our New Manufacturing Midway. Free Showers, Discount Local Hotels, Car Corral. 9200 + vendor spaces, Free admission, Free Parts Hauling. Manufacturing and distributors call 713-516-0087 for more info. Also for more info:

www.pateswapmeet.com or 713-649-0922.

APR 27-29: FARMINGTON NM: 36TH ANNUAL INDOOR & OUTDOOR CAR SHOW AND INDOOR TRADE SHOW: Located at McGee Park. 25 Categories, 3 Trophies per class, live entertainment, concession stands. Indoor cars mjust have no more than ½ tank of gas and batteries disconnected after parking. Friday evening meet and greet with Live entertainment by Cool Tunes. Saturday Live entertainment by Twisted Rebel and Live DJ, Pinewood Derby, Soapbox Derby, Silent Auction, Food Vendors, Indoor Trade Show, Door Prizes, Much More. Sunday Awards with 26 + classes, Live entertainment by Laguana Keyah. For more info: 505-609-3547 or 505-787-0589 or email nnmsrodders@gmail.com or check us out at www.northernnewmexicostreetrodders.com.

APR 27-29: LAS VEGAS NV: MOPARS & MUSCLE CARS AT THE STRIP: 3 Day event held each spring at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway located at 7000 Las Vegas Blvd.

N. Features an Auto Cross, Car Show, Swap Meet, Manufacturers Midway and Fast Paced Drag Racing. 2018 Event will feature some NEW Items to be named soon. The Event is all about our Passion for the American MuscleCar. Originally an all Mopar Event has now blossomed into a MuscleCar event Welcoming our fellow GM & Ford Enthusiasts as we celebrate the Evolution of People.Passion.Performance with events that will stimulate all your senses. Night Time Entertainment will move in 2018 To the magnificent Downtown Event Center adjacent to Fremont Street Experience.

Tickets available at www.matslv.com on Social Media @matslv APR 28: TEXAS CITY TX: LONE STAR DELUXE HOTROD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL: Located at the Showboat Pavilion, 416 6th Street. Rain or Shine. Show time 9am-6pm. Pre1972 Vehicles only. Hot Rod bands, Crawfish Vendors and Beer Garden.

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APR 2018: APR 27-29: BAKERSFIELD CA: WESTERN STREET ROD NATIONALS: Located at the Kern County Fairgrounds. For more info: www.NSRA-USA.com APR 29: HALF MOON BAY CA: 28TH ANNUAL PACIFIC COAST DREAM MACHINES: Located at the Half Moon Bay Airport. Time: 10am-4pm. More info to be posted at a later date.

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FOR SALE: 1940 Packard coupe. This is the last year of the freestanding headlights.

It looks a lot like a ’40 Ford coupe except for the grill and hood. The car is original, very solid, in good shape. All of the chrome has been re-chromed, some still in paper wrap. All new tinted glass, as well as the original glass, a roll of upholstery material, but the seats and headliner are in nice shape, (door panels need some work. The dash has the instruments removed to re-wood grain, (I have vinyl wrap burled wood that I was going to use to cover the dash), but all of the instruments are in good original shape, wires are tagged and everything comes with the car. I also have paperwork and history that dates back to the late ‘60s. Going with my plan, I figured I’d have it back on the road with a few weeks work. Reality is, however, that I have no time and must get the house in shape to sell before April. If you are interested or know someone that might enjoy this fine car please have them give me a call, (256) 665-3345. (315-18)

FOR SALE: 1936 Dodge Coupe RARE. Color-red. Interior- tan leather. Mustang 2 front end. PS, PB, PW, EDL, TC. Chevy 350 engine with Transmission 700r. 18in wheels. Excellent condition. $42,000. Call- 615-419-6232 (3/28/18)

FOR SALE: 1986 Mazda, RX7. This is a one owner car in nice shape but has been parked inside for about 8 years. It is all original with the original rotary engine and 5 speed manual transmission. There is an easy conversion kit made right here in Lacy Springs, that lets you install a LS engine if anyone wants to make a street rod daily driver out of it. I’ve seen this done and it looks like factory equipment. (256) 665-3345.

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