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1996 NSRA 27th Street Rod Nationals

27th NSRA Street Rod Nationals  July 1996  Columbus Ohio

July 18, 1996 was cloudy day that so far had a steady drizzle of rain. I was following my Dad as we wondered around a muddy gravel parking lot that was roped off and designated as the swap meet area during the 27th NSRA Street Rod Nationals in Columbus, Ohio.  Continue reading →

Wanted: 1940 Ford Standard Chrome Grille

1st Lady Trojans Softball Open Car & Truck Show March 7,2009 Shallotte, NC

Wanted: 1940 Ford Standard Chrome Grille.

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Alice’s Forgotten 1969 Ford Thunderbird

Alice's 1969 Ford Thunderbird

Until recently, Alice didn’t claim to be an automotive enthusiast. But ask her today, and she will tell you that she is proud to be a car gal. Continue reading →

Northwood Assembly 2nd Car Truck & Motorcycle Show

Northwood Charity Car Truck & Motorcycle Show December 2009 Whiteville NC

December 12, 2009 marked the 2nd Annual Northwood Charity Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show in Whiteville, North Carolina.

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Merry Christmas and Happy HotRodDays

International Harvester Hot Rod Fire Truck

I get asked by people who cruise Carsolina, “I have (insert car of choice) and I would like to know what I can do to get involved?”  So here you go. Continue reading →

1934 Ford Coupe For Sale

For Sale 1934 Ford Coupe Street Rod

FOR SALE: 1934 Ford Coupe replica in Beaufort, North Carolina 28516 

Engine: Crate 350/ stroked 383     Transmission: Crate 700R4

Description: Exceptional car with lots of extras like, Continue reading →

17th Brunswick County Motorcycle Enthusiasts Toy Run

Brunswick County Motorcycle Enthusiasts Toy Run December 2009 Shallotte NC

The cold temperatures on Saturday December 12, 2009 wasn’t nearly enough to keep the kind warm hearted people at home. Many came out to participate in the 17th Annual Brunswick County Motorcycle Enthusiasts Toy Run. The event is organized and promoted by all volunteers and 100% of all money raised goes directly to underprivileged children in Brunswick County. Continue reading →

Bonneville Salt Flats Speed Week 2009

Bonneville Salt Flats Speed Week August 2009 Bonneville Utah The Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) and Bonneville Nationals Inc. (BNI) hosted the Land Speed Racing spectacle that is Bonneville Nationals Speed Week. Continue reading →

Linda’s 1935 Hudson Terraplane Coupe

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Linda cruised her black 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air from Hartsville, South Carolina to Myrtle Beach to participate in the Wheels at the Beach Car Show, September 5, 2009. The weather was perfect for enjoying the two-hour; ninety-eight mile trip in an iconic classic American automobile, and Linda’s view through the windshield from behind the steering wheel of her Bel Air was special that morning. Her grandson Lee, who was driving the recently completed 1935 Hudson Terraplane, accompanied Linda. A vehicle that Linda and her late husband Larry, who passed in April 2009, had started together in 2001. Continue reading →

Goodguys 16th Southeastern Nationals

Goodguys Southeastern Nationals October 2009 Charlotte NC

The Goodguys Rod & Custom Association held the 16th Southeastern Nationals this past weekend in Concord, North Carolina at Lowe’s Motor Speedway. This Goodguys event was open to vehicle models of 1972 and earlier. Continue reading →

For Sale 1950 Chevrolet Convertible

For Sale 1950 Chevrolet Convertible

FOR SALE 1950 CHEVROLET CONVERTIBLE

Description: True Convertible, California Built, 350 cubic inch 375 hp engine, aluminum cylinder heads, 350 automatic transmission, Vintage heating and air conditioning, electric windows, power steering, power brakes, late model GM rear end, Chevelle front clip Continue reading →

For Sale 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

For Sale 1970 Chevrolet El Camino

FOR SALE 1970 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO

Description: 406 cid v8 engine, 350 turbo automatic transmission, shift kit, 3500 stall, 411 rear end gear, cowl induction hood, Barry Grant carburetor, Flow Master exhaust, MSD two step ignition system, drag radial tires Continue reading →

Johnny’s Custom 1949 Ford Little Big Rig

4th BST of Show Award Johnny was searching for a dually truck to fit his needs and after an 18 month quest without any results he decided eight years ago to build his own. After looking at haulers that others had built and taking notes on the features he liked, Johnny a retired school teacher did his homework over the next two years and seven months and built his dream hauler. Continue reading →

For Sale 1988 Chevrolet Corvette

1988 Chevrolet Corvette For Sale  FOR SALE 1988 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Continue reading →

For Sale 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

1968 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale FOR SALE 1968 CHEVROLET CAMARO Continue reading →

Free Classic Automotive Classifieds on Carsolina.com

Goodguys Rod & Custom Nationals July 2009 Columbus, Ohio List your FREE Classic Automobile Classified on Carsolina Today. Continue reading →

11th Annual All Ford Car And Truck Show

All Ford Car & Truck Show October 2009 Wilmington NC The South Eastern North Carolina Mustang Club hosted the 11th Annual All Ford Car & Truck Show on October 17, 2009.  The cool morning started with clouds over Wilmington, North Carolina but the sunshine would not be denied and broke through by noon and the show was in full swing at Capital Ford. Continue reading →

Keith’s 1966 Pontiac GTO

Keith's 1966 Pontiac GTO When Corey was asked about the history of his Dad’s 1966 Pontiac GTO, he replied, “It’s the classic story of a guy was going through a divorce and needed to get rid of it. He was actually a friend of my Dad’s from high school and he said he had this old car. We went over and looked at it and sure enough it was a GTO.” Continue reading →

Harold’s 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline Aero

Harold's 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline Aero Sedan Harold’s first car was a 1948 Chevrolet and as is the case with many, the Chevy and Harold parted ways. Thirty years ago, Harold purchased this 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline Aero Sedan, simply for no other reason than it was the same model as his first car, and brought it home where it sat in the garage for thirty years. Continue reading →

Rumblin’ In The Port City With The Maulers

Port City Rumble October 2009 Wilmington NC October 10, 2009 marked the 3rd Annual Port City Rumble Car Show presented by the Maulers cc of Wilmington, North Carolina. The event featured traditional cars and trucks through 1967. Old school choppers and custom motorcycles joined the party as well as some tricked out bicycles. Continue reading →

Welcome HotRodGyrl

HotRodGyrl's 1967 Chevrolet Camaro My first car was a 1967 Chevy Camaro my father bought for me at a government sale. It was black with gold racing stripes with no motor or transmission. When we rolled it into the shop I was ready to tackle the project. Continue reading →

Wheels At The Beach Car Show, Myrtle Beach, SC

Wheels At The Beach September 2009 Myrtle Beach, SC The Myrtle Beach Car Club hosted the 4th Annual Wheels At The Beach Car Show on September 5, 2009 in conjunction with the Beach, Boogie, and BBQ Festival. This year’s car show was in memory of Myrtle Beach Car Club Member, Mr. Dick Axelrod. On display was the 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible that Mr. and Mrs. Axelrod purchased new in 1963. The Galaxie 500XL, completely original and never restored,  remains in the care of Mrs. Axelrod. Continue reading →

Joe’s 1951 Ford Pickup Truck

Joe's 1951 Ford Pickup Truck

Inspiration, resourcefulness, chassis knowledge, an immeasurable amount of elbow grease, and a modest sum of money, is what Joe used to build his unique 1951 Ford Pickup in less than eight months. The inspiration came when Joe agreed to do the chassis for another project. “Well a friend of mine had two doors and a dash for a ’53 Studebaker and he said he was going to build a car. So I went and helped him. I went over to the shop and I built the chassis for it.” That’s when the light bulb came on in Joe’s mind. “I told my son, if he can build a car with two doors and a dash, I know I can build one with a whole cab.”

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Joey and Larry’s 1955 Chevrolet 210

Joey and Larry's 1955 Chevrolet 210 Joey and Larry are proud onwers of this 1955 Chevrolet 210 with flames that appear to flicker and come to life. The couple first purchased this hot rod after a frame-off restoration twenty-five years ago. The couple had it two years and then sold it.

“About six years ago it came back up for sale and I bought it back,” said Larry. “This is the only car that I’ve ever owned and I’ve owned a few, that when I sold it my wife got mad. So I knew right then when the car came back up for sale, I don’t know whether it appeased her or not to buy it back, but I bought it back anyway and she’s tickled to death with it.” Continue reading →

Robert’s 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I

Robert's 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I Robert had a 1970 Ford Mustang when he was younger, but he let it go. He knew a woman that had purchased a new 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I from Helmold Ford. Living in the same town of Apex, North Carolina, and more importantly, being friends, Robert expressed interest to the original owner. Continue reading →