VIP party at Mikimoto Jewelers

VIP party at Mikimoto Jewelers in Beverly Hills (http://www.mikimotoamerica.com/) to celebrate the Long Beach Grand Prix. The Patron Highcroft ALMS car took 2nd in class and 2nd overall at the Long Beach Grand Prix, they are still #1 in points! http://www.highcroftracing.com/

Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance

Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance - http://www.ameliaconcours.org/
I have said it before and I will say it again. The Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance is one of my most favorite events all. I look forward to each and every year. The salty air from the Atlantic ocean combined with the early morning scent of unburned hydrocarbon’s from cold racing engines. Bill Warner and Tom Cotter assembled another fabulous Concours event. Kudos to them for their continued success!

Memories Live On

Tonight, I walked upon a beautiful '69 Camaro Z28, and had a great conversation with a couple who recently purchased the classic. its a new classic, new hobby and with great memories!

This story begins with the purchase of american muscle, and how a couple now relives memories of their first meeting together. He purchased a similar Camaro Z28 when he was 18 years old for $3,800. Mr. loved the sleek design and power of the Chevy Camaro Z28. The couple actually first met while he was driving in the Z28, and they wed years later. The couple owned the vehicle for a period of time before selling it for the right price, but always regrets selling the vehicle.

A couple months ago he noticed this same color combination, year, make and model Z28 for sale while he was driving down the road. Immediately, he stopped and called his wife to view this beautiful classic. The rest of the story is history since they purchased the '69 Camaro Z28. They mentioned the classic brought back all the great memories of when they first met over 30 years ago!

While the owner was explaining the history behind the Z28, his wife kept on smiling at the classic as to say "Thank you for the memories." It's truly amazing how this hobby has such a positive impact on classic car owners and enthusiasts alike.

Thank you for the story!

The Camaro

Its seems that every car show or cruise you go to, you're bound to run into a beautifully restored Camaro. Just recently, Hagerty's Magazine did a feature article on the Camaro. With it being out of production for 7 years, Chevrolet had to do something to answer to Ford's new Mustang design. Their answer: a newly designed 2010 Camaro. Check out the "World of Camaro" article on Hagerty's website: http://www.hagerty.com/lifestyle/hobby_article.aspx?id=42076. It not only provides some great content about the Camaro, but also a list of Camaro clubs and price trends over the years.

John Force Cruise Night

Calling all models of Ford and Chevy. Race fans and car enthusiasts rev those engines over to the John Force Cruise Night on the last Saturday of the month in Yorba Linda, CA. The parking lots are overflowing with cars, people, entertainment and food. Both the show room and race station are open for all the John Force fans. For more information go to http://www.johnforceracing.com/newCruiseNights-event-w.htm

Can you believe how many cars they can get into this parking lot?

Cars and Coffee Pictures

Cars and Coffee never lets me down. It was another show packed with cars and spectators. See the pictures below through my lens.



I love the paint job on this hot rod because you would always be able to spot it in a parking lot....even at Disneyland!



I am in a Porsche phase. I want to be able to look at a car and know exactly what year it is. So I am starting with Porsche .Then maybe I will move on to Cadillacs.



This is my friend Art's car. It is a street legal formula 1 car.



For you Corvette lovers I am sorry to say you missed out if you weren't at Cars and Coffee this weekend. Count it 11 in a row and there were plenty more in the parking lot.

Cruis-In of the night!

Travel back in time on first and third Monday of the month when driving through historic downtown Mocksville, North Carolina. This cruise-in is for you if you're looking for an escape from the Monday blues!

The Piedmont C.A.R.S. Association organizes the event, and encourages the whole family to participate in viewing the passion of the classic car hobby. On June 1st, the organizers of the event mentioned there were approximately 250 classic cars lining the streets from the north to south side of town. The atmosphere of the event was energetic with classics driving through downtown, spectators lining the streets and music playing in the background. Enthusiasts where smiling ear to ear taking a glimpse at their favorite classic car.

Consider cruising to the Mocksville Cruise-In the next time you plan on exercising your classic car. Log onto http://www.piedmont-cars.com/ for more information.

Where is your favorite cruise-in?