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Carvention Was a Huge Success!

Carvention Was a Huge Success!

Carvention was a huge success! Between all the crazy rides everyone brought, the amazing artwork by the Pinstripers, the fun atmosphere and people and above all else the money that was raised for the Kauri Sue Hamilton School donated by all the caring people who came by, Carvention was one amazing weekend! Because of everyone's willingness to help those in need Carvention was able to raise $18,555.00! We just want to say thank you to all those who participated and to JC Hackett for putting it all together

Kauri Sue Hamilton School

Kauri Sue Hamilton School

Kauri Sue Hamilton School is a special needs school that helps and improves the lives of people with all different kinds of disabilities from the age of 5 up to 22! This school does some amazing things for these people! They offer a ton of different classes and programs! They have a Child Development Center which watches and diagnoses children under 3 for any disabilities or delays in learning, Preschool, which is free for children 3-5 that have a disability and very inexpensive for those children who do not! They offer Audiology, teaching how to live with hearing aids and other listening devices! Music Therapy, Adaptive PE, Therapists, Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists. There is not a lot they do not offer some kind of help with! They are all in all one amazing school for not only the disabled but also their families! Carvention is one fun way to help out this amazing school! Last year they helped get these wonderful people a playground lets see what we can do for them t ... read more

Carvention III

Carvention III

Carvention III is Utah's newest "Off season" indoor automotive show! On February 24th, 25th and 26th is three days of Hot-Rod and Classic Car style fun. Carvention is filled with the most beautiful “rides” and the atmosphere is set with style, artwork, and music! Not only will you get to come look at all the amazing rides the local builders and residents have, but you will get the satisfaction and joy of helping out a very outstanding charity!  Kauri Sue Hamilton School is a Special Needs school that helps and improves the lives of thousands of disabled people and their families! Come and enjoy your weekend looking at all the wonderful rides the locals have to offer and do a great thing while doing so! There isn't a better reason then charity and muscle cars to take your family and friends out on the weekend! 

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Car Shows

The First Trailblazing Muscle Cars

The First Trailblazing Muscle Cars

  People have different opinions about which car was the very first muscle car. Some would say it was the very early 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88, while others argue that it was actually the 1964 Pontiac GTO. Still others point to the 1964 1/2 Ford Mustang, which was definitely the first Pony car, but could it be called the first muscle car? Each of these cars were trail blazers in their own way, so we thought we’d take a look at each of the 3 vehicles and give them the respect they deserve for their roles in influencing the American muscle car trend. #1 – The Pioneer: 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Does 1949 seem early to pin the term “muscle car” onto? Experts do point to the end of the 1940s as the first spark in the muscle car trend when they look at the Rocket 88. Oldsmobile was the first American automaker in the mainstream to put a high compression, dual overhead cam equipped engine into one of their cars. The engine was really consi ... read more

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Muscle Cars

Nostalgic Christmas Thoughts About Cars & Childhood

Nostalgic Christmas Thoughts About Cars & Childhood

I just wanted to take a minute to wish everyone the very best of the holiday season, and to reflect on a little Christmas nostalgia. Christmas makes me think about piling into the car to visit friends and family. It reminds me of when we would stick a fir tree either on top of our car or out the back of the trunk. It also makes me think of all my Christmas wish lists I had over the years for so many cool toys. Thinking of all those toys, I can safely say, “They don’t make ‘em like they used to!” Just for fun, here are a couple of film clips that I find quite nostalgia. Even if you didn’t have these exact experiences as a child, I think that most of us will find that these scenes from A Christmas Story capture a certain feeling of nostalgia. Did you ever try this? I certainly stuck my tongue to a few popsicles in my day. I hope that you all have a wonderful holiday

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Classic Cars

The Iconic Cars from Film & Television

The Iconic Cars from Film & Television

What are the most iconic cars from film and television? We’ve compiled a list, trying to put aside our own preferences (for muscle cars of course!) and instead focusing on the cars that we think are absolutely the most famous and most recognizable to just about anyone. DeLorean DMC-12 from Back to the Future The most recognized and distinctive car associated with a single film is quite obvious. It definitely goes to the DeLorean DMC-12. We probably don’t even need to mention Back to the Future and most people, even those who know nothing about cars, will know the type of car. James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 The epitome of cool, as seen in Goldfinger, Thunderball, The Cannonball Run, Goldeneye, Tomorrow Never Dies, Casino Royale. Definitely part of James Bond lore and a true film icon. Milner’s 1932 Ford Deuce Coupe from American Graffiti The most famous hot rod, and one of the most all around cool cars from a ... read more

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Classic Cars

Featured Muscle Car – Buick GSX

Featured Muscle Car – Buick GSX

Part of our Most Sought After Muscle Cars Series The Buick GSX (1970) had the body of a good midsized driving vehicle, the Buick Skylark, but ramped up with a monster engine. It was available as a sedan or a convertible. The Grand Sport debuted in 1965 but it took a few years before it really caught attention. The 1967 incarnation of the vehicle was pretty robust, but it was the 7.5-liter engine in 1970 that really hit all the right marks. If you really want to catch people’s attention, try 400 horsepower! 400 horsepower depended on upgrading the heads, valves, and camshaft. Otherwise, the Stage 1 GSX hit 360. Once people knew about the 400 capability though, they were hooked!  It could hit a quarter-mile in 13.38 seconds. When it came to color, the Buick GSX was famous for its lack of selection. There were exactly two colors. Will it be the Apollo White or the Saturn Yellow? In ’71 and ’72 they did start to offer more colors, but if you real ... read more

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Muscle Cars

The Hot Rod vs. Classic Car Debate

The Hot Rod vs. Classic Car Debate

Which do you prefer; a car restored to its original condition or a car that’s been “upgraded” to a hot rod? Around here, we particularly love muscle cars and we have a great appreciation for the original cars. We love the history of those classics, and it’s our passion to preserve that history. We also know that maintaining a classic car can help the value of the car to appreciate. However, we do also appreciate some of the impressive and creative changes that people make to their hot rods. When you decide to hot rod your vehicle, you’re definitely turning the car into a hobby car. That can be a lot of fun, but remember that what pleases you won’t necessarily please someone else, so you really have to commit to the car as your own creative project. Wikipedia has this to say about Hot Rods: When people go the hot rod route, they tend to be attracted to things like larger engines and suspensio ... read more

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Classic Cars

Featured Muscle Car – Dodge Charger R/T 440 (1968-1969)

Featured Muscle Car – Dodge Charger R/T 440 (1968-1969)

Part of our Most Sought After Muscle Cars Series What’s the most important onscreen muscle car of all time? Arguably, it’s the Dodge Charger. Let’s look at its television and film credentials: The Dukes of Hazzard"Bullitt" with Steve McQueenThe Fast and the Furious Because of the car’s distinctive hardtop, just about anyone will recognize it, not to mention the front grill and hidden headlights. It’s a memorable car that embodies rebellion. Dodge created the vehicle with the idea that it would have excellent street performance and be great for drag racing too. It’s got great handling with some serious suspension. The popularity of the car combined with its scarcity makes this a very sought after vehicle. When the car was first launched, there were only 37,000 produced and they sold for a base price of $3,500. Now you might pay as much as $170K. Eve ... read more

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Muscle Cars

How to Store your Classic Car for Winter

How to Store your Classic Car for Winter

Not everyone lives in a sunny part of the world, and preparing your classic car for storage in the winter is an important annual event. Rain, sleet, snow, and salt can all take their toll on a car, so car storage is an important ritual that you’ll perfect and master over the years. Here are some of our tips for storing your classic car for the winter.   Choosing a Storage Location You need a secure, and most importantly, dry location for your car storage. It’s also a good idea for the storage space to be dark, as any light can cause your paint job to fade over time. It’s best to choose a facility with concrete floors, as any kind of natural dirt floor will have moisture in it.   Place the vehicle on jack stands to avoid flat tires.   Inform your insurance provider if you’re storing your car off-site.  Preparing the Car for Storage  Give your car one last good wash for the season ... read more

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Classic Cars
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