Gearhead Gazzette Vol. 19 Issue #13 Mar 28 - Apr 3, 2019

Vol. 19 Issue #13

Mar.28—Apr 3, 2019

Price: FREE

Cruising with the Midnight Rodder’s

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Vol. 19 Issue 13 Mar 28–Apr 3, 2019

inside It’s All The Gearhead News You Can Use! The Staff Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Larry Williams – Williams Graphics Butch Pate Michael Corazzelli Craig Wise Web Producer Jack Cobb - tnhost.com Senior Feature Writer Emeritus: Ed Woodard Contributors PC Svcs., Larry Williams, Williams Design Publisher / Editor Feature Writers Art Director-Designer Photography

The Fun Starts Here Road Rumblings Southeast USA Shows Western USA Shows West Coast USA Shows N’East-East Coast Shows Cruise-In’s Across the USA On The Road Again Upcoming Car Shows BUY-SELL-TRADE-WANTED The Back Page

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Cover: Cool Hot Rods at the Midnight Rodders Fall Color Cruise—Jimmy B Contents Page: Cool new art from Larry Williams @ Williams Design

Advertising Publisher: Jim “Jimmy B” Brandau Car Show & Event listings, Cruise Night Listings, Personal FOR SALE/SWAP ads, Car Club Listings are all listed for free.

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

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“ Ya Gotta know where to Go….The FUN Starts Here….” challenge you to take that ride out of the garage and go drive

much fun. It is called hot rodding and it takes all of us to do it, and for

If you ain’t driving that cool car of yours...your are missing out on a lot of fun….

those who just want to look at their vehicle and wax it once in a while, that’s ok because its what makes you happy.

It’s all about the drive gearheads.

That’s why we have these cool cars and trucks. We are reliving good times we had many years ago in the cars we drive today.

No.. not the brand new hi-tech truck or car built by the OEM’s today, but that classic car you call “your baby”!

There is no argument from us on the excitement and fun of building or working on these rides we have. Others question our sanity for taking on some of these projects, but we do. Accomplishing the build, seeing it come together and be completed is a big rush too. Just making some improvements on how our ride runs or looks puts a big smile on our face too.

But the drive….that’s the best part in my opinion.

Having a cool car and just looking at it in your garage and never enjoying the open road, in my opinion not

I will challenge you to take that ride out of the garage and go drive it. The smile you have from enjoying your vehicle in the garage will get a whole lot bigger when you take it for a drive.

Attending a cruise night or morning cruise in will do wonders for your disposition, make you feel good, make you forget some worries for a little while and put one BIG ASS SMILE on your face Drive ‘em gearheads...that’s what they are for...FUN! Live It Fully Everyday

Jimmy B.

“the fun starts here”….

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Tecumseh, Michigan: Vintage Wires® (an IDIDIT brand) has launched a revamped website with added functionality and information for customers.

The unique design of Vintage Wires allows customers to add the old-school look of classic fabric-covered ignition wires to their build while incorporating the convenience and safety of modern wiring systems, making them a popular choice for vintage racers and other classic projects.

Vintage Wires® uses a proven spark-carrying technology, 7.8 mm EPDM Silicone Insulation, spiral wound suppression core and a lacquered cotton braid covering. Universal Ignition Cable Kits are available for four, six and eight-cylinder applications. Boots, terminals, dialectric grease and installation instructions are also included.

The updated website allows classic enthusiasts shop the company’s complete line of classic ignition cables at retail prices and/or locate Vintage Wires® dealers near them.

IDIDIT.

“We are pleased to offer our valued customers around the globe added options and convenience when it comes to placing their orders, while maintaining our commitment to dozens of brick-and-mortar locations throughout the continental United States,” said Trever Cornwell of

Vintage Wires® was acquired in 2017 by custom steering column maker IDIDIT, blending the two companies’ missions to bring modern technology and convenience to classic vehicles while maintaining the original aesthetics.

Visit www.vintagewires.com for more information or to place an order. For model applications and ordering information, contact ididit at (517) 424-0577 or email sales@ididit.com 8

Total Cost Involved Wants You To Help Them Celebrate 45 Years When a company has been around for 45 years, that’s quite an accomplishment. Especially, if those 45 years involved building parts for hot rods. Satisfying the buying public, like Total Cost Involved Engineering (TCI) has done, those first 45 years can seem to fly by.

Back in 1974, TCI Founder and President, Ed Moss, turned his love of cars into a successful classic-car restoration business. Today, the company has become the first place many hot rodders and high-performance enthusiasts look to for innovative products to enhance their rides.

Ed started with a clean-sheet approach to develop chassis and suspension components that would improve upon the factory offerings. The goal was delivering a more solid foundation for performance, drivability, and safety. Today, that philosophy has evolved into state-of -the-art systems that bring out the full potential of every car they produce parts for. Whether your exploits are in a straight-line, carving the twisties, or you just want a solid and comfortable-riding classic, TCI has the precision components to help exceed your expectations.

During the last 45 years, TCI has perfected the fabrication processes and research and development techniques employed in its modernized, 32,000 square-foot facility. Those processes create second-to-none products that provide satisfied customers with precise-fitting and high-quality suspension and chassis components. The company continuously tests many of its products for drivability and performance standards on challenging tracks and real-world roadways across the country.

“We made a promise at our founding: To partner with each customer to help them build the perfect ride, each time,” Moss says. “Safety is at the heart of every part we manufacture. It always has been and always will be. That’s our promise to our customers and ourselves.”

The company has earned numerous design and track-performance accolades over the years, including the coveted “Manufacturer of the Year” Award from SEMA-SRMA. TCI is proud to offer the best warranty in the classic car and truck restoration industry: A six-year/60,000-mile warranty on wear-and-tear items. Plus, there is a lifetime warranty on any part manufactured in-house. TCI strongly feels that quality doesn’t cost, it pays dividends for all.

TCI invites all of its past and future customers to help celebrate its year-long 45th Anniversary party by coming out to the various events and car shows the company attends. See full details at Total Cost Involved or call a TCI Sales Engineer today at (866) 925-1098 to learn how to enter and win prizes for their 45th anniversary celebration.

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MAR 2019: MAR 28-30: LOUISVILLE KY: MID-AMERICA TRUCK SHOW: Event being held at the Kentucky Expo Center. The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is the largest annual heavy-duty trucking event in the world. Founded in 1972, MATS is the longest running must-see event for the trucking industry attracting over 75,000 attendees from all across the United States and abroad. At MATS, you will experience all of the

newest industry products, take part in hands-on demonstrations, engage with product experts and engineers, and participate in educational seminars and special events. MATS will help improve your career and grow your business while keeping you connected with tens of thousands of industry peers. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/372187580023598/ MAR 29-30: PERRY GA: 10TH ANNUAL SPRING SHOW; PERRY AUTO FEST & SWAP MEET: Located at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry Georgia. Springtime Fun! Car show, Judging & Awards Aare Saturday Only! Registration 7am-11am,

Awards begin at 2pm. Entry is $25 per car and includes 2 people. With entry you can attend Friday and Saturday. 25 judges, Choice Awards, 5 Best of the Best Awards, Best of Show Award, Club Participation Award and Money Tree Drawing (cash based on # of cars). Swap meet & Car Corral. All spaces pre-registered before 3/15/19 are priced as follows and include passes for 2 people. 15x30 swap meet/ Vendor spaces $50 each. 10x20 Car Corral spaces $50 each. 110 power available$50 for the weekend. Spaces can be purchased at the gate for $60 after 3/15/19.

For more info: www.perryswapmeet.com or 478-662-2267 or 478-318-1096 or email info@perryswapmeet.com MAR 30: COMMERCE GA: NORTHEAST GEORGIA SWAP MEET: Automotive and motorcycle swap meet. Event held at the ATLANTA DRAGWAY located at 500 E. Ridgeway Rd. 250-350 vendors every month. For more info go to www.NEGeorgiaSwapMeet.com or call 706-424-5035 MAR 30: PADUCAH KY: BEACON DRAGWAY SWAP MEET: Event located at 4460 Shemwell Lane. Times: 8am - 3pm. Open to anyone with something to sell. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/527980541051373/? active_tab=about 10

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MAR 2019: MAR 30: CHATTANOOGA TN: CHATTANOOGA CRUISE-IN: We're proud to announce a NEW VENUE for the Chattanooga Cruise In. As cool as it was to park on the streets of downtown Chattanooga, the traffic issues caused problems each year. The limited space also meant that we had to turn people away after we filled to capacity. That will no longer be an issue, as we are moving the Chattanooga Cruise In to Camp Jordan, and it will take place on Saturday, March 30th, 2019. The event is still FREE to the public, and we will have lots more room for cruise in participants, spectator parking, vendors and we'll even have on-site truck and trailer parking. Camp Jordan has giant paved parking lots, as well as grassy areas for overflow parking. Also on site is an Arena, which will house many of our vendors and the popular "blemished tire sale". The event time is 8am to 4pm EST, and we're expecting upward to 2,000 cars to be on hand a day of family-friendly fun! As always, we'll have event T-shirts on hand (we're ordering more than ever), and Coker Tire will have our sales crew on

hand for tire, wheel and accessory purchases. This is the same great event, with more room to grow, so mark your calendars and join us for one of the largest car events in the Southeast! Stay tuned for more information and more exciting news from the Chattanooga Cruise In! For more info and updates go to https:// www.facebook.com/events/985119101674247/ MAR 30: PRICEVILLE AL: CARS AND TACOS: We're back to kick off the 2019 show season at Ay Chihuahua Mexican Restaurant located at 620 Hwy 67. Event runs from 5-8pm. There is always a great turnout! Everything from new to old and everything in between! This is a FREE event! There will be trophies awarded for Best of Show, 2nd Place & 3rd Place. Come out and clean up those rides! Enjoy some of the best Mexican food around! There will also be some free giveaways! $1.99 margaritas and .99 cent tacos! (beef or chicken) just ask for the cruise-in specials! NO burnouts! NO excessive revving! NO loud music! Also please pick up your trash! Let’s respect the area so we can continue to have these events! Please take a moment to go over the cruise-in policies posted in this event. Thank you! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1825157324262981/

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MAR 2019: MAR 30: MCMINNVILLE TN: WCHS Project Graduation Car-Truck-Bike Show: Event location is at the Warren County High School, 199 Pioneer Lane. Event hours: 10 am to 2 pm. Pre-register Entry fee, $20/ Day of Show, $25. To pre-register call Kelly Snyder at 931-273-3886 for more info. Rain Date, April 6th. DJ Music, Food Trucks, Door Prizes, Silent Auction. For show info call: Leslie, 931-205-8998 or Melody, 931-212-6712 MAR 30: SEIVERVILLE TN: Smoky Mountain Stangs 3rd Annual Mustang Car Show: Event being held at THE DINER located at 550 Winfield Dunn Pkwy. Smoky Mountain Stangs, a Mustang group based in Sevier County, is excited to invite you to its 3rd annual car show. This year we have chosen Taylor Faith Ministries as our charity. This is a local ministry that distributes shoes and socks to school age children in need. There is no entry fee, however, if you would like to enter your car, we ask

you bring a pair of shoes or package of socks. We welcome all mustangs to join us, even if you are not a member of the group. There will be door prizes as well as car awards for various categories. We hope to see you there! For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/events/341891239757635/ MAR 30: RINGOLD GA: PRO MOD RATCH RACE: Located at Brainerd Motorsport Park, 745 Scruggs Rd. Bill Clanton “Big Money” VS Tim Segass “Batman”. This is also in conjunction with Coker Tire Co. Cruise in at Camp Jordan. Check out one of the Pro Mods at the Cruise in plus purchase tickets to watch these mean machines race heads up at BMP after the Coker Event. For $25 you can make fun runs down the

track and for $20 more you can enter the King of the Cruise in race for your chance to win MONEY and BRAGGING RIGHTS! At The Track: Fun fun (any vehicle / all day $25. King of the Cruise in purchase fun run +$20. Chip Draw for King of the Cruise in Race at 5:30pm. $4.99 Door Slammer class>>open at anyone, Gates open 2pm, Track hot 3pm, Spectator $15, kids 10 and under free. Tickets: must purchase King of the Cruise in entry at Camp Jordan at the BMP tent outside of the Arena. Spectator, Fun Run and King of the Cruise in tickets will be sold at Camp Jordan. For more info:423-421-2710 or 423-991-2142 14

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MAR 2019: MAR 30: BOWLING GREEN KY: BIKE SHOW & BURNOUT CONTEST: Hosted by Harley Davidson of Bowling Green. Event being held at HD of Bowling Green located at 251 Cumberland Trace Rd. Event runs from 11am – 4pm. Live Music from Wide Open Road 11a-3p. Food available from BG Cheesewagon. Bike Show with winners in 6 classes* Burnout contest** *Rain date 4/6/19. Class winners in the following: Radical, Custom, Heavy Modified, Modified, Stock, & Best of show. Registration 10a-12pm. Award ceremony starts at 3pm. **Winner gets a free tire. For more info go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/391882351636780/ MAR 31: GREEVILLE SC: 4TH ANNUAL SPRING DUST OFF: Located at 2603 N Pleasantburg Dr, Old Crow Barber Show. Show time noon – 5pm.

MAR 2019: MAR 29-31: HOUSTON TX: MUSTANGS TAKE FLIGHT MCA NATIONAL SHOW: Things to do: Airplane rides, Visit Aviation Hall of Fame, Play on Flight Simulators, Visit near by Kemah Boardwalk. The registration deadline is March 9. Go to www.motosho.com or www.northsidemustang.org. By night: The Grounds of NASA’s mission control. Private MCA event at Space Center Houston din in-Astronaut Room. Banquets includes FREE simulator rides, space exhibits, space equipment, moon rocks and more! By day: The world class Lone Star Flight Museum. Historically significant Mustangs parked among over 40 historic Aircraft. For more info: 337322-6553 or 346-236-4232 or 281-414-7138.

MAR 29-31: PEORIA AZ: ARIZONA’S 8TH ANNUAL ROCKABILLY BASH: 3-Day Show with Camping. Classic car & Bike show. Located at Lake Pleasant Marina, 8708 W Harbor Blvd. Action packed event. Miss Rockabilly Bash Pageant. Tattoo Contest, vendors, food, live rockabilly music, overnight camping, RV and Trailer spots available. Arizona’s Best Kustom Kulture Festival. For more info: 480-225-1666, FB AZRockabillyBash or www.az.rockabilly.bash.com or www.rakrupa.rk@gmail.com

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MAR 2019: MAR 30: LAKE HAVASU AZ: 11TH ANNUAL CROSSROADS CAR AND BIKE SHOW: Located at Havasu 95 Speedway, SARA Park, 7260 Sara Pkwy. Register at 7am, show 9am-1pm and awards 1pm. Car Parts Swap Meet in the pits. Free entry/free food.

For more info: 928-855-6533.

MAR 30: HOUSTON TX: HOT WHEELS LEGENDS TOUR: Event being held at the WALMART HOUSTON located at 3450 FM 1960 Rd W. Event runs from 8am12noon. We'll see you there, Houston! In case you missed the 2018 Legends Tour, it was EPIC! We’re talkin’ over 65,000+ attendees, 3600+ car entries, 15 finalists and one outrageous winner! Now what? Let’s do it again! Hot Wheels is hitting the road once again with the nationwide traveling car show in search of a custom car worthy of becoming a Hot Wheels die-cast car! One finalist from each of the 18 cities will join us at SEMA 2019 in Las Vegas, where one lucky winner will be immortalized as a Hot Wheels Legend and get made into a die-cast car sold around the world! This is something you don’t want to miss. Enter your custom car into the competition or come witness the epic event! Each stop will include:- Lifesize Hot Wheels Fleet of Cars- Photo Ops- Historical Die-Cast display- Hot Wheels Kid Zone- Car and Pop Culture Influencers- And much more! More Info & Enter Your Car: www.hotwheels.com/legendstour . Register your car: https:// apply.hotwheelslegends.com Check out the official rules to enter your car: http:// bit.ly/HWLegends2019Rules What We're Looking For In A Car:- Authenticity. Have you ever seen a car and said, “That looks like a Hot Wheels?” We’re looking for that

radical ride that nails the amazing performance and outrageous design we’re known for. – Creativity, We’ve made over 25,000 unique vehicle models in the past 50 years, so we’re looking for something with unique details that stands out from the rest. - Garage Spirit, It’s built, not bought, just like Hot Wheels. We’re looking to see some elbow grease that exemplifies the challenger spirit it took to build. Join our official Hot Wheels Legends Group for more information about exhibiting your car: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HotWheelsLegends/

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MAR 2019: MAR 30: LIVERMORE CA: CRUISE NIGHT: Located at Hop Devine, 1708 N Vasco Rd. Traditional American customs, Hot Rods, and Low Riders welcome. Good Food, Good Drinks, Good Music. Cruise time 6pm.

MAR 30: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA: GOTELLI’S SPEED SHOP LAST DAY: Be there for our last day. Bring your car or just bring yourself. Gotelli’s last day in this location (321 El Camino Real) will be Saturday March 30th. They are planning something special Event runs from 10am – 2pm.

MAR 30-31: PLEASANTON CA: 37th ANNUAL ALL AMERICAN GET-TOGETHER:

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Area hot rodders unite! The longest running event on the Goodguys schedule, the Goodguys All American Get-Together Giant Car Show takes center stage at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on Saturday & Sunday. Come on out and explore over 3,000 shined-up American show cars and trucks of all years, makes & models on display celebrating our country’s car culture – And you don’t want to miss the crowning of the Goodguys 2019 Custom of the Year Award! Plus, don’t forget to check out the Giant Swap Meet with over 1,250 jam packed booths, huge Cars 4 Sale Corral with close to 1,000 vehicles for sale, shop over 200 Vendor Exhibits, watch or participate in the Goodguys AutoCross timed racing competition, Saturday Specialty Parking areas, Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition, explore the Model Car Show, enjoy the FREE Kids Zone, an Indoor Car Show and so much more! For complete details and to register your vehicle or purchase tickets, visit www.goodguys.com/aagt. www.good-guys.com/aagt . For more info: www.good-guys.com or

925-838-9876.

MAR 31: MILWAUKIE OR: A.B.A.T.E OF OREGON, IND, MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET: Located at the Elks Lodge 142, 13121 SE McLoughlin Blvd. Swap Meet time 10am – 4pm. Admission $5 per person. Buy Sell or Trade. Vendors/Tailgaters $20 per 10x10 space, Setup 8am-10am. Food and Drinks available. For more info: 503-422 -7986 or swapmeet@abatese.net or website: www.abatese.net .

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MAR 2019: MAR 31: PORT HUENEME CA: 4TH ANNUAL PORT HUENEME SHOW & SHINE: For more info: 805-512-4014 MAR 31: RIVERSIDE CA: 6TH ANNUAL BENEDICT CASTLE CONCOURS: Show time 9am4pm. Located at 5445 Chicago Avenue. We will be highlighting Show Cars and Mo-

torcycles from the following (but not limited to) classes: Antiques, Pre-War Classics, Post War Classics, European Classics, European Sports Cars, Motorcycles, Hot Rods, Low Riders, Muscle Cars, Trucks, Japanese Classics, Customs, Exotics, Specialty Vehicles, and Preservation. All vehicle registrations must include a photo. Maximum capacity 300 vehicles. This show will be a sell out so register soon! General Public Admission $10 Children 14 and under are FREE. Petersen VIP Pavilion Pass $100, Nethercutt High Tea and Fashion Show $30, Saturday Night Gala Dinner $100 and Castle Tours $10. Register online today or purchase Show Tickets, Petersen VIP Pavilion Passes, Nethercutt High Tea & Fashion Show Tickets, Saturday Night Gala

Tickets, and Benedict Castle Tours at www.CrossroadsCarShows.com or email CrossroadsCarShows@gmail.com

MAR 2019: MAR 30: MAHWAH NJ: DEAD MAN’S CURVE “WILD” WINTER TIKI-SURF PARTY: Located at the Sheraton Mauwah Hotel, International Blvd. 3pm Hotel Check-in $99 rooms. 3:30-5:30 Happy Hour “Indoor” Pool Party with DJ. 6:30-7:30 Cocktail hour.

7:30 – 11:30 Dinner Buffet and dancing. 11:30-close “After Party”-Hotel Lounge.

Live Bands- Surf and Rock. “All night long non-stop. $60 Per person-cash bar. For more info: 973-839-5820 or www.deadmancurveusa.com also find us on FB deadmanscurvellc

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EVERY SATURDAY MORNING CRUISIN’: FRANKLIN TN: NASHVILLE CARS & COFFEE CRUISE: Cruise runs from 8-11am. Held at the CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 Theatre Complex located at 633 Frazier Drive.

NCC is a free to attend Shine and Show event. If you are a vendor, car club or if you have any questions, please send us a message. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/nashvillecarsncoffee/ LAST SATURDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : La VERGENE TN: STREETSIDE CLASSIC CARS & COFFEE CRUISE IN: Held the last Saturday of the month (rain or shine) from 9am-12pm. Open to all makes and models.

Being held at the Streetside showroom at 6000 Reliance Drive LaVergene TN. Drive your classic car out and check out the showroom too.

La VERGENE TN: GATEWAY CLASSIC CARS & COFFEE CRUISE SPONSORED BY GRUNDY INSURANCE: Gateway Cars and Coffee is now Year Round. Cruise Location is 320 Tech Park Drive, Ste 600. We get it, you do not want to drive your prized jewel in the winter months, Gateway Classic Cars doesn't want you to either. Bring your daily driver and still enjoy donuts and coffee on us! Come hang out, have breakfast/ coffee, and check out all our New Arrivals on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 9am till 12 noon. Need more info? Call: 615-213-1800 or Visit: www.facebook.com/events/1151199428311489 HUNTSVILLE AL: HPT CRUISE IN: Cruise is held the last Saturday afternoon of each month starting on Jan 26th. Cruise runs from 12:30-2pm. Cruise is held at AM Booths Lumberyard located at 108 Cleveland Ave NW. To kick of 2019 we event to Saturday afternoon and doing it in conjunction with our Drive Ranger Drive event. If you aren't interested in the Drive Ranger Drive, come on in for the Cruise In. We have the Tap Room reserved and the Lumberyard will be serving their regular lunch menu. One of the primary missions of Horsepower Therapy is to provide methods and opportunities for veterans and families to be around cars and experience the benefit of horsepower therapy. What better way, locally, then to have a place to meet, greet, and be a community of veteran car owners. Maybe you need help with a project, maybe you could use some advice on a project, or maybe you just want to show off ;-) Come on out, stay for a little bit or stay for a while! Let your friends know!!!

MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN’S : LEWISBURG TN: SONIC CRUISE IN: Held every Monday night from 5-7pm.Cruising starts on March 11th and runs until it Nov. Located at the SONIC Drive In at 420 Ellington Pkwy

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MONDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: MORRIS IL: WENDY’S CRUISERS CRUISE-IN: Every Monday Night from 5-9 at the Wendy’s on Rt 47. Cruise-In, free small frosty or drink. Dash plaques while they last. Car Cruises, outdoor movies, concerts on the first Monday June –October. We meet all year on every Monday. Call Ken at 815-942-2032, or just show up.

FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: 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.

PASADENA TX: FREDDYS STEAKBURGERS FRIDAY NIGHT CAR, TRUCK & BIKE MEET: Cruise happens every Friday night from 6-10pm. Takes place at the Freddys location at 4637East Sam Houston Pkwy. Open to all makes & models. Kid & pet friendly.

No burnouts and no revving.

LAST SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN’S: ORO VALLEY AZ: LAST NIGHT CRUISE NIGHT: Brought to you by Freddys Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (Northside). Cruise takes place at 11143 N Oracle Rd. Cruise runs from 6-9pm on the Last Saturday of the month. 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. Hosted by the Obsessions Car Club. For more info go to https:// www.facebook.com/Northsidecruisein LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH: KILLEEN TX: CARS & COFFEE KILLEEN: A free event held on the last Sunday of each month from 9am -12noon. Cruise is at the Domain Clear Creek Plaza at 2408 S Clear Rd. Community*Coffee*Car. A monthly social event for car enthusiasts. For more info follow them at www.facebook.com/killeencandc MESQUITE TX: BUBBA’S 33 CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Cruise is held on the last Sunday of each month. Located at Bubba’s 33 at 19089 Hwy 635. Event runs from 12-4pm. 30 classes with awards. 30 classes. Open to all makes, models and years. Motorcycles are welcome. Free dash plaques to the 1st 50 cars to register.$15.00 registration fee. Registration from 11:30am – 2pm. For more info call 469-632-6993

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LAST THURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN: PINOLE CA: SUMMER CRUISE NIGHTS: Cruise takes place on the last Thursday night from March thru Oct. Cruise is held at FOSTERS FREEZE located at 993 San Pablo Ave. Cruise runs from 6pm onward! Live DJ, Vote for your favorite car. Enjoy delicious food. Win great prizes. Bring your classic car to Pinole! For more info call 510724-8782 FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN GARDEN GROVE CA: GARDEN GROVE MAIN ST CAR SHOW: Cruise is held every Friday night from 5-8pm. Enter on north side off Acacia Pkwy. Hot Rods, Muscle cars, trucks, trophies, awards, raffles, music, food and vendors. Bring your friends and family for good times.

BURBANK CA: VALLEY CRUISE NIGHT: Cruise takes place every Friday Night from 79pm. Cruise is held at the Fosters Freeze located at 201 South Glenoaks Blvd.

SATURDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN LOS GATOS CA: CLASSIC CRUISING: Cruising every Saturday Night starting at 7pm.

Cruise is on unless it rains. Cruise is held at Classic Burgers of Los Gatos at 15737 Los Gatos Blvd. Everybody is welcome.

LAST SUNDAY MORNING CRUISE IN’S : ROHNERT PARK CA: ROHNERT PARK CARS & COFFEE: Cruise is held on the last Sunday morning of each month. Cruise runs from 8-10am. Cruise is held at the Rohnert Park Starbucks at 459 Rohnert Park Expressway West. Located by the Juice Shack, TARGET & Panda Express.

TUESDAY NIGHT CRUISE-IN LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH CRUISE NIGHT: Held every Tuesday. Meet at Rosie’s at Dog Beach Parking lot. Leave the beach at 8pm. Head to the IN-N-Out in Signal Hill over around 9pm. For more info go to Long Beach Cruise Night on IG.

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Story & Photography by Jimmy B

It’s all about driving your cool car!

That’s why most of us gearheads have hot rods, customs, trick trucks and other cool rides in our garage….right? We know that for us the drive is the reward for a hard days work, or just to de-stress in todays hectic world.

Here in the Middle Tennessee region, The Midnight Rodders Car Club understand the need to drive those cool cars.

For 29 years now, they have hosted the Midnight Rodders Fall Color Cruise. It’s always been done in the fall, so the colors are looking good as they cruise down the back roads of Middle Tennessee.

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The great thing is...they invite EVERYONE to come along and join them. Never any entry fee, no trophies, no high pressure, just drive your hot rod fun!

The cruise route is put together by Midnight Rodder Marty Crain. Marty sets it up and double checks it every year, to make sure the folks on the run have maximum fun. In years past the end destination (he never tells where it is until you arrive to go for the cruise) was where everyone would have their picnic lunch, that they 31

brought with them. For #29, Marty switched it up and the end destination was downtown Fayetteville TN. No need to bring lunch, the historic town square was loaded with cool places to eat in.

The morning of the cruise was overcast and a little damp, but the hard core hot rodders came out in numbers to be part of the cruise. Coffee and donuts were seen being enjoyed and “The Candyman” was handing candy to all the cruisers, as he has done in years past. True to form, at 9am sharp, Marty lead the cruisers from Hermitage Tennessee down the 2 lanes of Middle Tennessee. While overcast, no rain dampened the cruisers along the way. Our “break” and gas stop for those that needed it, turned into a car show in the town of Chapel Hill Tennessee.

Right around lunchtime...we pulled into Fayetteville Tennessee. The town rolled out the red carpet and had it all set up for everyone on the cruise to park in the town square around the courthouse. A lot of people in town came out to see everyone arrive, as it was a pretty cool show of cars, trucks and cruisers!

What a great day! Cruising the 2 lane back roads with a bunch of hot rodders who love driving their cool cars and trucks...it doesn't get much better than that.

The 30th Fall Color Cruise hosted by the Midnight Rodders will take place in October 2019. Plan on joining them for a fun day of hot rodding….we will be again!

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APR 2019: APR 4: CROSSVILLE TN: JJ’s Arm Drop - Crossville Dragway: Event being held at Crossville Dragway located at 1650 Creston Road. Event details: JJ Da Boss' #StreetRace At Crossville Dragway. Come see JJ Da Boss and the Memphis Street Outlaws take on real street racers. No BS. Just straight up racing like it's supposed to be and you can be apart of it first hand. The experience is more than racing - it's

a party with JJ daBoss. Bring your kids, lawn chairs, your coolers and be ready to have a good time and a lifetime experience. Friday: Small Tire event with $10k guaranteed. Saturday: Big Tire event with $10k guaranteed. Small Tire Rules: 29.5 X 10.5 (No W's) and smaller. Door cars only. No wheelie bars. Arm Drop, Chase is Race, Water burnout only. Cross center you lose, first is worse. All crew must purchase a separate admission ticket. Entry allows for driver entry only. JJ has final say on judgement calls. Big Tire Rules: Door cars only. Arm Drop, Chase is Race, Water burnout only. Cross center you lose, first is worse. All crew must purchase a separate starting line admission ticket. Entry allows for driver entry only. JJ has final say on judgement call. One bye run per racer during the race. All ticket sales are final and no refunds. For more info https://www.facebook.com/ events/2024533774290243/ APR 4-7: CHARLOTTE NC: CHARLOTTE AUTO FAIR: Event being held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. The Hornets Nest Region, AACA, produces the world famous and much celebrated Charlotte AutoFair Event in April each year on the grounds of Charlotte Motor Speedway. These events provide collector car Flea Market Vendor spaces to buy and sell restoration parts and supplies for almost any vehicle ever produced

— in addition to Car Corral vehicle spaces on the track oval for buying and selling collector vehicles of all descriptions! The collector car Flea Market includes everything automotive, including memorabilia, vintage signs, tires, wheels, automotive toys, restoration supplies, tools, and classic cars for sale! HNR plans for more than 150,000 Eager Collector Vehicle Buyers and Restorers to attend Charlotte AutoFair!

The April event will include about 10,000 assigned spaces. Opens 8:00 AM to Public each day – stay as long as you want. No closing time. Tickets at Gate - $11 adult – Children 12 and under free. No Advance Tickets. Vendors are not required to remain on Sunday. For more info go to http://www.charlotte-autofair.com/ 34

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APR 2019: APR 5-7: TAMPA FL: 32ND NSRA SOUTHEAST STREET ROD NATIONALS: Event being held at the Florida State Fairgrounds. ALL VEHICLES THIRTY YEARS OLD AND OLDER ARE ELIGIBLE TO BE ENTERED IN THIS EVENT. Take advantage of the $10.00 preentry discount available through the March 15th, mail-in deadline. When this dead-

line has passed, we will only be able to accept your entry at the event headquarters, which will be held at Sheraton Tampa Brandon Hotel located at 10221 Princess Palm Avenue. Event Registration Hours: Thursday, April 4th, - noon to 6 p.m. Friday, April 5th, - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 6th, - 9 am. To 2 p.m. Even though you may not be in your rod everyone is welcome to attend the event. Bring the whole family for a day at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Spectator gate hours will be: Friday, April 5th - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, April 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, April 7th, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Spectator admission will be: $19.00 – 13 YEARS AND OLDER $6.00 –CHILDREN 6 THROUGH 12. FREE – CHILDREN 5 AND UNDER WHEN ACCOMANIED BY AN ADULT. A special discounted $17.00 admission is available for military personnel with proper military identification. NSRA members with their current membership card or anyone 60 years of age and older.

One discounted admission per person. Although everyone will enjoy the spectacular vehicles as well as the vehicles’ owners there are other activities the family will enjoy. Here are a few activities that will be on hand during our event: Commercial Exhibitors Swap Meet Women’s World (exhibitors with items that will interest women as well as men and children) and a model car show. For additional event information

please contact the National Street Rod Association® at 901-452-4030 or go to www.nsra-usa.com or go to https://www.facebook.com/pg/NSRAEvents/events/ APR 6: COOKEVILLE TN: Cars and Coffee at The Crossroads: Hosted by Hampton's Crossroads Baptist Church. Event location is at the Hampton's Crossroads Baptist Church, 109 Stallion Road. Event hours: 7 to 11 am. An INFORMAL Gathering of Car Enthusiasts. Show off your wheels! Old or new, classic or not, rusty or bright! Admission is FREE. Coffee is FREE. Come and Go as you please. Visit, www.facebook.com/events/2097114183912054/ 36

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APR 2019: APR 6: ATHENS AL: 6th Annual Eli's Block Party, South: Fighting Childhood Cancer with Muscle and Style. Hosted by, Eli's Block Party Childhood Cancer Foundation.

Event Location: TBA. Event hours: 9:30 am to 2 pm. Open Car Show, Big blocks and small blocks, bring all you've got to the Block Party. Cruise-in parking or judgedshow parking with trophies in 17 categories, including Performance Modified, Appearance Modified, Custom Creation, Off-Road, Motorcycle, Import, Exotic, Daily Driver, Rare Production, and by year. Plus Best of Show, and Best of Featured Class: GM Muscle! Prize drawings, plus $100 cash every half hour for registered participants only. Coffee and donuts for early-birds from 7:30am to 9:30am. Goodie bags while they last. Sound off and show off at the judged Exhaust Explosion competition (2-6cyl, 8-12cyl). The Mustang Man Joseph Scott will be at the mic while you enjoy music, vendors, BBQ by Smokin' Box, at this family-oriented car show. All proceeds benefit Eli's Block Party Childhood Cancer Foundation. More info

at www.elisblockparty.org and www.facebook.com/events/314173846106716/ APR 6: GREENBRIAR TN: CAR-NIVAL Car Show plus Carnival Fundraiser: Presented by Watauga Elementary PSO. Event location is at the Ridgetop Station Park, 1954 Woodruff Ave. Welcome Classics, Vintage, Muscle, Exotic Cars, and Motorcycles.

Registration: 7am to 8:30am, opens to the public from 9am to 2pm, Awards at 1pm. Pre-registration $20 by March 29th/ Day of Show $25. Vendor spots available, call Michelle Carroll, 615-424-5297. For more info call: Courtney, 615-500-0776 APR 6: GOODLETTSVILLE TN: TENNESSEE SPEED SPORT April Cruise-In: Cruise Loca-

tion is at Tennessee Speed Sport located at 709 Rivergate Pkwy. Event hours: 4 to 7 pm. This will kick off our new monthly cruise-in at Tennessee Speed Sport. These events are being organized to bring together auto enthusiasts of all vehicles. From: Rat Rods to Muscle Cars to Imports, let's get together to enjoy what we all love...our vehicles!

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APR 2019: APR 6: KNOXVILLE TN: 2ND ANNUAL SPRING FEVER AUTO SHOW: Open to all makes and models. Hosted by Tennessee Valley Mustang Club and Ted Russell Ford, benefiting Second Harvest. Event location is at Ted Russell Ford Lincoln at 9925 Parkside Drive The Tennessee Valley Mustang Club is teaming up once again with Ted Rus-

sell Ford to host the 2nd Annual Knoxville Spring Fever Auto Show. There are multiple awards offered including Top 25 and specialty awards. There is no admission charge for spectators. We will have food available for purchase and vendors on-site as well. Show proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. Set-up 8am - 12pm.

Judging starts at 12pm. Awards at 3pm. Contact Renee Wiederspahn renee@splitzero.net or call 865-268-9499. If needed, rain date will be Saturday May 4th.

APR 7: KNOXVILLE TN: Harper Auto Square's Cars & Coffee: Event location is at West

Town Mall, 7600 Kingston Pike. Event hours: 8 am to 11 am, EDT. We ask that all guests enter off of Montvue Road. We invite car lovers of ALL makes and models to Tennessee's largest Cars and Coffee event! Purchase our NEW 2019 line of Cars & Coffee apparel designed by 8380 Laboratories at the Harper Airstream! Dash plaques will be given at event entrance (while supplies last)! For info and update visit, www.facebook.com/events/243649669867048/www.facebook.com/ events/243649669867048/ APR 7: ATHENS AL: 2nd Annual Gauge Customs Cruise In: Event location is at Gauge Customs, 27580 Nick Davis Road. Event hours: 1 pm to 5 pm. Gauge Customs Cruise In/ Grand Opening at our new location. We had an amazing turn out last year and expect it to be even bigger this year! Bring the family bring and bring the kids. We will have trophy registration, food and fun for everyone. Visit www.facebook.com/events/581500945597063/

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APR 2019: APR 6-7: NOVI MI: HOT ROD AND RACING EXPO 2019: Located at the Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River. Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 9am-3pm.

Open to the public and everyone is welcome. $20 2 day pass or Sat $15 and Sun $10. Bigger, Better and double the floor space. For more info:

www.HotRodRacingExpo.com APR 6-7: COLUMBUS OH: 39th Annual COLUMBUS SWAP MEET: Hosted by the Mid Ohio Ford Club. Event being held at the Ohio Expo Center at 171 & 17 th Ave. Event runs 9am – 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 2pm on Sunday. Ohio’s LARGEST ALL FORD swap meet. Parts for Muscle Cars, New Cars, Customs, Classics, Racing and trucks. All Ford Powered Car Corral. For more info call 614-235-0908 or go to https://www.facebook.com/MidOhioFordClub APR 7: SAUGET IL: 36TH APRIL FOOLS SWAP MEET: Event being held at the GCS Ball

Park. Take I-255 to Exit 15. Auto parts swap meet and Car Corral. All spaces are outfdoors. All spaces are paved or gravel. Open to all makes and models. Admission is $1.00 and parking is FREE. Open for vendors at 5am. Open to the public at 7am.

No pets, no blasting music and no alcohol.

APR 2019: APR 6: ROGERS AR: SHINE TEK AUTO SPA’S ANNUAL SPRING SHOW & SHINE: Open to all Make and Models including motorcycles! Ton’s of give aways, food, vendors,

music, amazing rides and much more. Show time 12pm-5pm.

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APR 2019: APR 2: FOUNTAIN VALLEY CA: 11TH ANNUAL OLD CAR BREAKFAST AND TOUR: Located at 17967 Bushard St. Tickets may be purchased at the door on the day of the event. This is an event of interest for all adult old car enthusiasts is planned-a ONE MENU breakfast will be served which will include: Scrambled eggs, pancakes, syrup, whipped butter, sausage and choice of orange juice, coffee or decaf. Those who wish to participate in this event, a ticket will need to be purchased to allow you to enter the restaurant. The restaurant is NOT open to the general public at this time.

As always we have a raffle table fully included for the price of admission. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $10 (cash only) at Founder Center-main counter, 17967 Bushard St. or day of event. The old Car Breakfast group will meet at the new location--Appletee’s Restaurant, 2800 N Main St, Santa Ana, Ca @ 8am. At 10am after breakfast the group will depart to visit a local car related business you do not want to miss! No Admission Fee! Please drive your old cars!

APR: 5-7: DELMAR CA: 19th DEL MAR NATIONALS: Located at Del Mar Fairgrounds.

Over 2,500 Rods, Customs, Classics, Muscle Cars and Trucks thru '87. Indoor Car Show - Including Street Rod d'Elegance Competition. Spectre Performance All American Sunday welcoming American made or powered vehicles of all years. Goodguys AutoCross - Featuring 16 car "Duel in Del Mar" Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition. Burnout Competition. Vendor & Manufacturer Exhibits. PPG Lowrider Palace.

Swap Meet. Cars 4 Sale Corral. Live music entertainment. Model & Pedal Car Show.

Kids Zone - Free Arts and crafts, games, prizes & more! Complimentary Guest Shuttles provided from spectator parking. 17 Hands Bar & Grill. Featured Club: TBD. For more info: www.good-guys.com or 925-838-9876.

APR 6: PERRIS CA: HIPPY KILLER HOEDOWN: Located at SoCal Fairgrounds, 18700, Lake Perris Dr. Show time 10am-7pm. Kustom Car and Motorcycle Load in 7am12pm. Vendor/Sponsor info Email sales@Hippykiller.com . Hot Rods, Bikes, Bands and Van. Tons of Giveaways! Flat Track Racing, Pullstart mini Bike Racing. Follow: IG @hkhoedown IG @Hippykillergarage.

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APR 2019: APR 7: LONG BEACH CA: LONG BEACH HI-PERFORMANCE SWAP MEET: This outdoor event has become world renowned for its content of antique, vintage, classic, and high performance cars and parts for sale at bargain prices. The swap meet is a must visit for hot rod, muscle car, street rod, classic car and truck enthusiasts. The Long Beach Swap Meet has been featured on such television shows as Monster Garage, Popular Hot Rodding TV, and NHRA Drag Racing Today. HOURS: 6 am to 1 pm. ADMISSION: Spectators $9 per person. PARKING: Free general parking. For more info or to be a vendor go to www.longbeachhiposwapmeet.com or call 800-762-9785 APR 7: STOCKTON CA: CAR SHOW AND SWAP MEET 2019: Located at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S Airport Way. Come see some of the Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Rat Rods, VWs, Lowriders, Original Classic Cars, & Trucks competing for over 20 trophies! Car Show entry fee $20. Admission $8, kids 12 and under free

and free parking. 100s of Sellers and 1000s of buyers. Dash Plaques given to the first 100 show entries. Swap meet spaces are 20x20 on lawn or pavement $20 each pre-paid or $25 each at the gate. Overnight setup and camp out Saturday 2pm8pm. Overnight security provided. Huge Model Car Show in Building #2, Huge Bicycle Show April and October. VW show and swap April and October. Huge Collectible show, Huge Rust and Shine show July Show. Future dates July 7 and October 13. For more info: 209-948-5307.

APR 2019: APR 7: CLIFTON NJ: CLASSIC ARE CRUISE: Open to all Years and Models. Indoor and Outdoor event. Music Prizes and Trophies. Show time 11am-2:30pm weather permitting. Located at Maple Valley Diner, 1116 Rt 46W. For more info: 201-303-3218

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FOR SALE: All American themed 1975 Corvette Stingray. Custom detailed to the MAX! Multiple award winner from its custom paint job, adorned with professionally one-of-a-kind graphics to its solid ALL CHROME 300 horse power 350 CID-V8 automatic engine. LOW 22,000 miles since rebuild, providing the lucky owner with many more years of fun, memorable experiences. The custom painted and chrome side pipe covers, the red powder-coated spoked Roadster wheels, and BRAND NEW BF Goodrich radial rites add an extra flair.

The one-of-a-kind red, white and blue custom interior has to be seen to really appreciate. The leather wrapped Boyds steering wheel makes the inside as impressive as the outside. The finishing touch is when you turn on the custom LED lighting to showcase the undercarriage, interior and engine. This stunning beauty has won over 200 trophies including Best Engine, Best Paint, Best Interior and Best of Show. Other options include: NEW air conditioning system, Soft tops, Painted undercarriage, “Americas Dream” custom etches on back window, Strobe lights package, Musical tunes horn, AM/FM radio cassette, Power steering & Power brakes. Special pricing for someone who will cherish.

Contact: James Bowen at 615-424-3372 or email to Jrbowen615@icloud.com (3/28/19)

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FOR SALE: 1939 Bantam Roadster built by Stan Betz. Stan Betz is a hot rod legend from Southern California. He owned BETZ SPEED & COLOR in Orange CA. Featured on the Cover of Street Rodder Magazine (Mar. 81), Stripped by Von Dutch. This is a fun car with a great history. It is a hit at any show. Asking $19,000, Call for complete information: Bill 920-823-2187 (2/7/19)

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FOR SALE: 1951 MERCURY WOODIE. WAGON. FAT MAN frt stubw/ pwr R&P. Frame is set up to use original core support. Motor came from donor car w/ 35k miles. Computer, dash & wiring harness come with car. AOD trans rebuilt by TRANS PRO in Lansing IL. NEW 9” ford rear end set up for leaf springs (not installed). Frt disc brakes. Body was glass beaded lightly for clean up and primed and all other sheet metal parts. Wood is EXCELLENT condition (all new 15yrs ago-never installed). Back panels were re-laminated 3yrs ago by the WOODIE GURU Dave Martin in Sheboygan WI. Interior is all there as well as dash. Excellent project to take over for anyone wanting a WOODIE! Asking Price: $40,000.00. Health Issues forces sale. Car located in Ft Meyers FL. For more info email grlamb49@gmail.com (3/21/19)

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