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Car, Truck, and Motorcycle show

Cruz'n with Jackson Creative. Car,Truck and Motorcycle show to benefit Jackson Creative in Commerce, Ga. We are a non-profit day center for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities.  Car show will be held on Saturday June 29, 2024. Registration starts at 9am. Judging will begin at 11am. Location is 

6 Homer St, Maysville, GA 30558. We will have live music, food, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, raffle items and vendors. Please…
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Added by Danielle Tyler on March 29, 2024 at 4:01pm — No Comments

Unveiling the Thrill of Collector Car Poker Runs

Unveiling the Thrill of Collector Car Poker Runs: Where Excitement Meets Classic Automotive Elegance and Charity - Drive Toward A Cure For Parkinson’s Poker Run

 

Rev up your engines and embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure! Collector Car Poker Runs fuse the allure of vintage automobiles with the exhilaration of a classic poker game, creating an experience that merges adrenaline-pumping drives with camaraderie and strategic card play. Picture…

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Added by Chuck Aaron on December 20, 2023 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Santa's Toy Run 2023

Added by Ron on October 16, 2023 at 11:31pm — No Comments

Santa's Toy Run 2022 Results

Added by Ron on October 16, 2023 at 11:30pm — 1 Comment

Santa's Toy Run 2023 Race Car Ride Along

Added by Ron on October 16, 2023 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Victory Eludes C8.R Racing At IMSA Road America

Victory Eludes C8.R Racing At IMSA Road America

The GTD-Pro race at Road America was a…

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Added by Rod Worley on August 18, 2023 at 2:54am — 2 Comments

Uniquely American: THE ONGOING STORY OF THE 1932 FORD "LITTLE DEUCE COUPE" Jack R. Nerad

Uniquely American: THE ONGOING STORY OF THE 1932 FORD "LITTLE DEUCE COUPE"

Jack R. Nerad | Jan 22, 2021

The 1932 Ford Coupe is far more than just a landmark car. It is a touchstone, a cultural icon, and a totem that tells a great deal about the land in which it was born and the people who bought it, own it, and, yes, love it. The 1932 Ford was a mass-produced consumer product designed for the multitudes, yet few cars — in fact, few products of…

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Added by Chuck Aaron on April 30, 2023 at 9:09am — No Comments

Car Show In Macon

  • Flag City Open Car Show
    Sat, 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
    Glory Days Grill, 3933 Arkwright Rd
    Macon, GA…
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Added by Chuck Aaron on March 16, 2023 at 4:58am — No Comments

Supply Chain Problems with Classic Car Mechanics By Mike Thies

Supply Chain Problems with Classic Car Mechanics

By Mike Thies – Certified Vehicle Appraiser

 

The shortage of automobile mechanics to work on classic cars is a growing concern among collectors and enthusiasts. Classic cars require a unique set of skills and knowledge to maintain and repair, and there simply aren't enough trained professionals to keep up with demand. Let’s take a closer look at the…

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Added by Michael Thies on February 20, 2023 at 11:30am — No Comments

Porsche Vision 357 by Frank Wiesmann Manager, Porsche Product Communications, Motorsport and Brand Heritage

Porsche Vision 357: A look back at the conceptual journey to the future - written by Frank Weismann

01/26/2023

Anniversary concept car an homage to the first Porsche model line, the 356

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Added by Michael Thies on February 1, 2023 at 7:30pm — No Comments

The Origins of American Concours d'Elegance Events and Their Love of Brass Era Cars

The Origins of American Concours d'Elegance and Their Love of Brass Era Cars  by Mike Thies

Concours d'Elegance is a French term meaning "competition of elegance" and refers to a showcase of historic and/or classic automobiles. They have a long and rich history, with roots that can be traced back to France in the early 1700s. The first Concours d'Elegance was held in the gardens of Versailles, and it was a competition to determine which horse-drawn carriages were the most stylish and…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 30, 2023 at 6:00pm — 1 Comment

Get Your Diminished Value!

Get Your Diminished Value!  By Mike Thies

Diminished value refers to the loss of a vehicle's value after it has been in an accident, even if it has been repaired to its pre-accident condition. This is because a vehicle that has been in an accident, regardless of the extent of the damage, is considered less…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 23, 2023 at 6:45am — No Comments

Don't Mess With Our Collector Cars!

Collector cars, also known as classic cars or antique cars, are often viewed as a source of nostalgia and a symbol of the past, but they do not typically contribute to the carbon footprint in the same way that modern cars…

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Added by Michael Thies on January 17, 2023 at 5:30am — No Comments

Two Car Enthusiasts Launch Moto Escape in Marietta—a Community for Storage/Maintenance of their Toys

     

Chris Fabina has loved taking good care of cars since he was a boy.  He has also been devoted to his community and helping others accomplish their goals, whether as a board member of the Georgia Lions Lighthouse Foundation, Atlanta Lions Club treasurer, or an active member of the Peachtree Chapter of the BMW Car Club of America, where he met business partner Matt Otten.

A car lover since he worked in a car detailing and stereo shop in the 80’s, Matt also likes community…

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Added by Marilyn Pearlman on October 26, 2022 at 3:30am — No Comments

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A Bite of History: Triumph TR8

A Bite of History: by MikeThies

Triumph TR8

The Triumph TR8, introduced in 1978, was often called the “English Corvette.” It was essentially a Triumph TR7 fitted with a Rover 3.5-liter aluminum V8, a powerplant with American Buick origins that had been adopted by British Leyland in the 1960s. With around 135 to 150 horsepower in…

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Posted by Michael Thies on September 9, 2025 at 5:00pm

A Bite of History: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL

A Bite of History: by Mike Thies

1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL

Introduced in late 1966 for a short, single-year production run, the 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL holds a special place in the “Pagoda” lineage (W113 series) as the rarest variant, with only about 5,196 units built. Positioned between the earlier 230SL and the later 280SL, the 250SL…

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Posted by Michael Thies on August 14, 2025 at 7:30pm

A Bite of History: American Bantam “Woody” Station Wagon by Mike Thies

A Bite of History:  by Mike Thies

American Bantam “Woody” Station Wagon

The American Bantam Car Company was a small but innovative automaker based in Butler, Pennsylvania. Originally established as American Austin in the 1920s to produce miniature cars under license from the British Austin Motor Company, the firm reorganized…

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Posted by Michael Thies on August 2, 2025 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment

A Bite of History: 1958 Porsche 356 Speedster

A Bite of History: by Mike Thies

1958 Porsche 356 Speedster

The 1958 Porsche 356 Speedster marks the swan song of one of Porsche’s most iconic and minimalist models. Originally introduced in 1954 at the urging of U.S. importer Max Hoffman, the Speedster was designed to be a low cost, lightweight, stripped-down entry sports car that could double as a weekend racer, especially for the California sports car scene. With its low windshield,…

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Posted by Michael Thies on July 14, 2025 at 5:22pm

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