Classic Notes

Classic Car Show Photography. A place for car enthusiast to get information and photos of the California car culture, with the focus on the Ford Falcon and Ford Ranchero. Catch a car show and enjoy the ride!

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It is always about the ride.

Classic Car Shows

Check out the AMBR showcase.

The Grand National Roaster Car Show is one of our favorite shows. Usually we post all the photos at once and it’s done but this year we are going to break it down to give it at least the importance it deserves. There are so many amazing vehicles that show up at this show that photographing them all is impossible. We have been lucky to secure a media pass and the extra hour to get photos without the crowd is a blessing but the inside lights and the all too familiar stacking of cars as close together as possible sometimes make the shot not that great. We strive to not just show you what was there but to showcase the ride with the best possible image we can get. If there are a lot of distractions in the paint or too many people surrounding the car it just isn’t worth showcasing the photo so this is to explain why some make the shot and some don’t. In the next week look for a little paint, a few artistic vendors, a story about a book and the reason why we love car shows, the rides, it is always about the ride. Enjoy.

Pomona Swap Meet 2018

Pomona Swap Meet January 14, 2018

The Pomona Swap Meet was Sunday January 14, 2017. The car line-up to get in was long and the reason for it was the $2.00 up-charge to get in, taking it from $10.00 to $12.00. Hey Pomona, if you are going to increase the charge, please make it easier to get in, the line is way too long for all the money you are making. This is a great car show/swap meet, from the classic rides to the swap meet finds, there is something to enjoy. Next show is March 4, 2017.

Got our pass for the Grand National Roadster Car Show. Can't wait!

Labor Day Weekend

Car Show Notes

Two of our favorite classics are coming up this September. We are bring the Ranchero without the q to Cruisin' 4 a Cure, looking forward to a great car show for a great cause, don't forget the swap meet on the other side of the grounds. Belmont Shore is September 10. Get there early, it can get crowded and hot. Take a little time, catch up on a few car shows click the pic, you never know where it may take you. Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend.

Car Show Scrammble

Still Saving Lives Car Show June 3, 2017

The 50's showed up at the Still Saving Lives Car Show

Loving the Ford Ranchero is not always easy at a car show. We usually get to most shows early so we can shoot the show with the least amount of people surrounding the ride. Of course this means waiting for the polish up and wipe down that takes another 1/2 hour. It is amazing how much cleaning goes on at the beginning of a car show. The better the ride the more the wipe down. Most cars should be at the show before the car show opening giving a clue as to how many classic will be in attendance so when we found this classic Ranchero tucked in the corner it was a happy surprise. The '63 was just driving in when we were leaving. This years show was not at the park it was at the parking lot down the street. Hot, must have been the word of the day, happy we got there early.  Ken the owner of this ride said it was an old police cruiser and showcased the blinking light show on the back window, looking good Ken thanks for bring your classic ride to the show. We are always looking out the Ranchero. Look for car show photos of the Still Saving Lives this week.

Classic Car Finish

The Grand National Suede Palace 2017

Classic car shows especially the GNRS have a lot of different rides on the lot. So many different styles when it comes to classic finish and paint. This kustom showcases a lot of style. Find a car show and enjoy the different finishes a car show provides. If you are thinking of new ways to define your ride, car shows invite ideas.

Car Shows March 2017

 

Classic Auto Show LA2017 January 2017

The new Classic Auto Show showcased at the Los Angeles Convention Center

Beautiful car show. The layout was designed to show case the best of car history. From the vintage Bentley to the present day rides, it was worth the trip. Thanks to all for making this a great car show. This new car show is now in the Gallery. Click here to view our photos pics from the show.