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1950 Chevy Styleline Deluxe - Owner: Ed Norris

The Central Ohio car and bike show season is no longer heating up — it’s officially RED HOT! With 29 events scheduled on Saturday and 13 more on Sunday, enthusiasts have more choices this weekend than at any point so far this season.

Whether your preference is a traditional judged car show, a laid-back cruise-in, a Cars & Coffee gathering, a motorcycle event, or a charity fundraiser, there’s something happening in nearly every corner of Central Ohio. In fact, if you can’t find an event that interests you this weekend, you might want to seek professional help because the rest of us will be busy checking out cool cars, motorcycles, and catching up with friends. Enjoy the weekend and make the most of what promises to be one of the busiest weekends of the 2026 season!

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Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

It only took five weeks, but we finally had a Thursday evening with sunshine, summer-like temperatures, and completely dry fields for parking. The combination proved to be the perfect recipe for a turnout of 471 vehicles, including 32 first-timers, which established a new record for first-time participants at the cruise-in.

The restaurant also added a little extra fun to the evening. Free ice cream and hamburgers were awarded to the first person to arrive at the registration table wearing a Der Dutchman Cruise-In ball cap, a 2026 Der Dutchman Cruise-In t-shirt, or both. It was a simple promotion that generated plenty of interest among regular attendees.

The Volkswagen group, which postponed its gathering last week because of the wet field conditions, finally got its opportunity to meet this week. About nine Volkswagen-related vehicles turned out, adding another unique element to the evening’s lineup.

As always, the variety of vehicles on display was one of the evening’s highlights. From pristine classics and muscle cars to modern performance vehicles, hot rods, trucks, and imports, there was something to catch the eye of every automotive enthusiast. Then again, a few of the evening’s most eye-catching attractions didn’t have engines at all.

Combined with ideal weather and strong attendance, it was one of the most enjoyable Der Dutchman Cruise-Ins of the season so far. 😄

Photos courtesy of Jeff Shankle, Bryan Mauger, and yours truly.

Richwood Bank Coffee and Cars:

Richwood Bank in Delaware held its first Coffee and Cars cruise-in of the year on Saturday morning.

Despite rain showers moving through the area, approximately 20 vehicles turned out for the event. Participants were treated to complimentary lemonade freezes or a beverage from the bank’s in-house coffee bar.

With the threat of severe weather looming, organizers elected to wrap up the cruise-in about 30 minutes earlier than planned but not before raffling off a variety of door prizes. Giveaways included Amazon and Advance Auto gift cards, pizza coupons, a basket of car care products with a special item designed to make cleaning that prized vehicle just a little more enjoyable.

While the weather may have limited attendance, those who braved the forecast were rewarded with good company, refreshments, and the chance to spend a few hours talking cars before the storms arrived.

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1966 Ford Mustang - Owner: David Rust

This coming weekend marks the first of three summer holiday weekends, with Memorial Day falling on Monday, May 25th. The holiday means a packed schedule of Central Ohio car and bike events, including several Memorial Day shows on Monday itself. Several shows scheduled for this past weekend have been rescheduled for this coming weekend because of weather.

The weather forecast is calling for warmer, more summer-like temperatures, but there’s also a chance of rain nearly every day. Hopefully Mother Nature cooperates a little better than the forecast suggests.

Because of the holiday weekend, next week’s Central Ohio car and bike events list will be posted on Tuesday (May 26th) instead of Monday.

Monday (May 18th):

Tuesday (May 19th):

Wednesday (May 20th):

Thursday (May 21st):

Friday - (May 22nd):

Saturday (May 23rd):

Sunday - (May 24th):

Monday - (May 25th - Memorial Day):

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Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

It was another chilly evening for the second Der Dutchman Cruise-In of the season. Attendance dipped slightly from opening week, with about 226 vehicles turning out — roughly six fewer than the season opener. Give it another couple of weeks and everyone will probably be complaining that it’s too hot instead.

Here are a few of the rides that braved the 60-degree temperatures on Thursday evening.

The Gregg Crites Octagon House Car Show:

Saturday’s weather forecast led to two shows being postponed, while the morning thunderstorms kept attendance down at the events that did decide to stay with the schedule.

One of those events, the Gregg Crites Octagon House Car Show, drew just five vehicles. After it appeared the rain might continue for several more hours, organizers made the decision to wrap things up early at noon. Everyone who attended received a Top 20 award along with a free tour of the Octagon House.

Aside from the weather, the only other issue was the lack of restroom facilities. Whoops!

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1997 Dodge Neon Custom - Owner: Brandon Elliott

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I have to begin this week’s News and Notes on a somber note. Richard McPeek passed away on September 12, 2025. Richard was a familiar face at car shows in and around the Newark and Licking County area, where he proudly showed his 1934 Ford Sedan. He will be deeply missed by all of us in the car community.

Der Dutchman Cruise-In a Special Evening for Wayne:

Thursday’s second-to-last Der Dutchman Cruise-In of the season was a memorable one for Wayne Nisly, who has managed the event since its beginning. Wayne was honored with the second annual Lifetime Achievement Award from the Speak for the Unspoken Car Show in recognition of his tremendous contributions to the Central Ohio car community.

Under Wayne’s leadership, the cruise-in has grown from just seven cars at its very first gathering in 2012 to an impressive 394 cars this past Thursday. More importantly, he has created a welcoming place where enthusiasts can share their passion for unique and beautiful cars, reconnect with old friends, and forge new friendships. His dedication has left a lasting impact on the Central Ohio car scene—this award was a heartfelt way of saying thank you.

Just a reminder — this week’s cruise-in will be the last one of the season. The following week is the annual end of the season banquet. If you haven’t signed up for the banquet, Thursday will be your final chance to do so.

Ford Vs Ferrari Car Show:

Valley Ford of Columbus hosted its 2nd Annual Ford vs. Ferrari Car Show on Friday evening.

Registration was $10, with all proceeds benefiting QFM96’s Red, White & Q Fund. While no official car count was taken, most attendees estimated between 150–200 vehicles, with Mustangs making up about 90% of the field.

Special guest Steve Saleen, the legendary designer behind Saleen Fords, was on hand signing autographs.

The event also featured a wide variety of food trucks—including some serving adult beverages—that kept the large crowd of spectators and participants well fed.

At the conclusion of the show, six awards were presented:

  • Best Saleen Mustang
  • Best Modern Classic
  • Ladies’ Choice
  • Mechanics’ Choice
  • Dealer’s Choice
  • Best of Show

Here are the six winners:

Best Saleen Mustang: Mathew Bates - 2004 Saleen Mustang

Best Modern Classic: Bob Foutty - 2001 Mustang SVT Cobra

Ladies' Choice: Chris Zakrzewski - 1969 Ford Mustang

Mechanics' Choice: Matt Goff - 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Dealers' Choice - Mike Charles - 1990 Saleen Sports Truck (Not Pictured)

The Best of Show honors went to Todd Damon and his 1966 Ford GT 40 Mark 2

While the winning cars were all impressive, the most eye-catching vehicle of the evening wasn’t a Mustang, Ford GT, or Ferrari—it was a one-of-a-kind 2007 Valarra Corvette, featuring a ProCharged LS2 motor and massive 25-inch, 405-series rear tires!

Although the show welcomed all makes and models, the overwhelming presence of Mustangs and the strong Ford turnout gave the evening a distinctly Ford-focused vibe—just what you’d expect from an event hosted by a Ford dealer.

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2001 Ferrari 360 Spider - Owner: Joe Cole

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Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

The weather couldn’t have been better for Thursday evening’s cruise-in, and it showed—332 vehicles turned out, including 10 first-timers.

As always, something unique rolls in each week. This week it was a 22-foot Airstream Safari camper, a true family heirloom that’s been passed down for 70 years across five generations.

A few more rides from Thursday evening’s cruise-in:

Next week will feature two Der Dutchman Cruise-ins—the regular Thursday evening gathering and the always-popular annual Saturday morning Coffee and Donuts Cruise-in.

Only three more Thursday cruise-ins remain on the schedule—if you haven’t made it out yet, time is running out!

Richwood Bank Coffee and Cars Cruise-In:

The Richwood Bank in Delaware, Ohio, wrapped up its Coffee and Cars Cruise-In season on Saturday.

Around 20 cars came out for the finale, including a rarely seen AMC Eagle.

Door prizes this month featured a Schumacher 800 Amp Lithium-Ion Jump Starter and Power Pack, a bucket of car care products, and a bottle of Royal Crown Peach Flavored Whiskey paired with barbecue grill utensils.

The monthly Coffee and Cars Cruise-In, held on the first Saturday of each month, will return next May.

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2021 Jeep Gladiator - Owner: David Oliver

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Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

The forecast said sunshine and low 80s for Thursday afternoon, but we ended up with sprinkles, gusty winds, and low 70s. Typical Ohio, right? 😅 Even with the weather doing its own thing, the Der Dutchman Cruise-In still pulled in 209 cars, with 11 of those being first-timers. Not bad at all considering the conditions!

Not only did the Buick Dynaflow-equipped car qualify as the most unique vehicle of the evening, but a group of attendees also showed up sporting some equally unique hats. It made for a great mix of automotive history and lighthearted fun—just the kind of atmosphere that keeps these gatherings memorable.

Here are a few more cars from Thursday evening's botched forecast cruise-in.

Friday Night NAPA Cruise-In:

It was a perfect evening for a cruise-in. More than 30 cars turned out for the Friday Night NAPA Cruise-In in Hilliard, Ohio, making the most of the beautiful weather. A nice mix of classics, muscle cars, and European models filled the lot, giving everyone something to check out. The laid-back atmosphere, good conversations, and cool cars made for a great way to kick off the weekend.

Pharisburg UMC Car Show and Cuisine:

With the help of “Big Dawg” and the C-Town Cruisers, the Pharisburg United Methodist Church in Marysville, Ohio, hosted its annual Car Show and Cuisine on Friday evening.

The night had all the right ingredients—good food, classic tunes, and a strong turnout of 54 beautiful rides filling the church grounds. Attendees enjoyed not only the cars but also the chance to gather with friends, enjoy a meal, and listen to vintage favorites that set the perfect backdrop.

Awards were handed out across several categories, including five church awards, a slate of Specialty awards, and the coveted Best of Cruise. This year, that top honor went to Dan Varner and his unrestored 1968 Pontiac GTO, a true survivor that drew plenty of attention throughout the evening.

To capture the atmosphere, Car Show Talk photographer, Jeff Shankle, documented the event, walking the rows of classics and snapping shots of the cars that made this year’s show one to remember.

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1970 Chevy Chevelle Restomod - Owner: Bart Weiler

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Boston's Fundraiser & Car Show:

The Marysville, Ohio, Fire Prevention Association partnered with Boston’s Restaurant in Marysville to host a fundraiser and car show on Tuesday evening.

With temperatures in the mid-90s and a heat index topping 100 degrees, turnout was understandably light—just 13 cars participated. There was no registration fee, but attendees were encouraged to bring a new smoke detector or carbon monoxide detector to donate.

Several buckets of car care products were raffled off throughout the evening, along with a 50/50 drawing. At the end of the event, the restaurant presented 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place award plaques.

Here are the vehicles that received awards:

3rd PLACE
2nd PLACE
1st PLACE

Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

With severe thunderstorm warnings across the area Thursday afternoon, attendance was understandably light at the Der Dutchman Cruise-In. Only 45 cars turned out, but two of them were first-time visitors.

Staying true to the weekly theme of unique and unusual cars, this newer Volkswagen Beetle with a highly customized exterior paint job made an appearance. 

Honda Marysville Motorsports Bike & Car Night Meetup:

Despite hot and humid conditions on Friday evening, Honda Marysville Motorsports hosted its June Bike & Car Night Meetup. Close to 20 cars and a similar number of motorcycles filled the lot.

Attendees were treated to complimentary food, courtesy of Honda Marysville Motorsports, with meals served from The Triple P Barbeque Co. food truck. Adult beverages were also available for purchase. All proceeds from the event benefit Impact 60.

For motorcycle owners, a highlight of the evening was the opportunity to have their bike dyno’d inside the dealership.

The evening offered a great mix of food, horsepower, and camaraderie for both car and bike enthusiasts.

Prairie Township Fire Department Cruise-In:

A heavy rain shower partway through the evening didn’t deter 100 cars from registering for the Annual Prairie Township Cruise-In on Friday night.

Awards wrapped up the show with 40 “Favorite” trophies and eight “Specialty” awards.

Kevin Martin’s 1962 Chevy pickup earned Best Interior, while Doug Glassburn’s 1972 Chevy C-10 pickup was chosen for the Chief’s Award by the Prairie Township Fire Chief.

Russ Annis and Arch Mayer were also among the evening’s Favorite 40 winners.

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2018 Chevy Camaro 2SS - Owner: Mike Lingenfelter

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Verena at Hilliard Car Show:

The Verena at Hilliard Independent Senior Living Center held its annual car show on Thursday, and the residents had a great time checking out the classic rides.

Trophies were handed out for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, based on votes from the residents.

Dr. Ron Rogers took home 2nd place with his 1950 Ford Pickup.

Jim McGruder’s Chevy Corvette Grand Sport came in 3rd place.

The big winner of the day was Jeff Shankle, whose 1954 Ford Crestline Victoria got the most votes and took 1st place.

After the show, everyone who participated enjoyed dinner in the dining room—and topped it all off with milkshakes from Swensons Drive-In.

Der Dutchman Cruise-In:


The threat of rain kept attendance down to 93 cars this week at the Der Dutchman Cruise-In in Plain City, Ohio.

Richwood Bank Coffee & Cars Cruise-In:

More than 20 cars rolled in for Saturday morning’s Coffee & Cars Cruise-In at Richwood Bank in Delaware, Ohio — and not a single one left without a little caffeine buzz.

Greg Nobis brought his Plymouth Belvedere, dressed up to look just like Christine from the movie — thankfully, this one didn’t try to run anyone over in the parking lot.

The coffee bar served up flavored elixirs to keep everyone awake and satisfy their morning sweet tooth.

This month’s raffle prizes included car care products, a battery charger, and — for those who like their refreshment a little stronger — a fifth of Henry McKenna bourbon whiskey.

Ed Oswald walked away with the car care goodies, while Gary Wise scored the bourbon and probably a few new best friends.

Richwood Bank will be taking a pit stop in July, but the Coffee & Cars Cruise-In will be back on August 2, 2025.

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1972 AMC Javelin SST - Owner: Chuck Davidson

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Der Dutchman Cruise-In

The third time's a charm. Finally a Thursday with no rain or rain-soaked fields. As a result, attendance reached 312 cars.

My buddy Russ Annis is a die-hard Notre Dame fan, while I proudly bleed scarlet and gray for Ohio State. Before the National Championship game, we made a friendly wager: the loser had to wear the winning team’s ball cap to the first three car shows we attended together this year.

Let’s just say Russ has never looked better than he did rocking that Ohio State hat—although I’m not sure he’d agree. I told him it brings out the color in his eyes… he told me to stop talking.

As usual, some interesting vehicles turned up at the cruise-in. Tom Corbin brought his 1951 Chevy Bel Air, and an Austin Mini Traveller and a Vanderhall Venice were also on display.

However, the most unusual vehicle of the evening was an International Metro van equipped with air suspension.

Creative Auto Group/Advance Auto Parts Car Show:

Car enthusiasts gathered Friday evening in Marysville, Ohio, as The Creative Auto Group hosted its second car show of the season at the Advance Auto Parts store. 

Attendance was 16 cars—much better than last month, thanks to the nicer weather. The show raised $55 for the Marysville Food Pantry.

The three cars that received awards this month were:

  • Jim Shaw with a 1939 Chevy Master 85
  • Nor Miscovich with a 1965 Chevy Corvair
  • Marcus Hagans with a 1972 Olds Cutlass

Empty Pockets Armed Forces Day Car Show:

The Empty Pockets Cruisers Car Club hosted its annual Armed Forces Day car show at VFW Post 4931 on Walcutt Road in Columbus, Ohio.

The show registered 60 cars. Award plaques were given to the Top 40, along with four “Specialty” awards: VFW Post 4931 Choice, DJ’s Choice, Sponsor’s Choice, and Empty Pockets Cruisers Choice. There would have been a fifth “Specialty” award for Best Motorcycle, but no one registered one.

The award presentation began with a special award presented to Renee Robinson of the Howard Hanna/Robinson Group for her contributions and dedication as the primary sponsor of the Empty Pockets events over the years.

Here are the "Specialty" Award-winning cars:

VFW POST 4931 CHOICE
1968 Kaiser Jeepster - Owner: Mike Robinson
DJ'S CHOICE
1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 - Owner: Frank Baldwin
SPONSOR'S CHOICE
1971 Chevy Nova SS - Owner: Melissa Siferd
EMPTY POCKETS CRUISERS CHOICE
1972 Chevy C-10 Stepside Pickup - Owner: Doug Glassburn

Fostering Further Car Show:

The Fostering Further Organization hosted its third annual car show at the Newark Eagles in Newark, Ohio, on Saturday. The organization was created to support healthy, supportive relationships between community members and those involved in foster care in Central Ohio.

Saturday’s show registered 108 cars.

Keith Ruhl and Dave O’Brien both received Top 35 awards, while Jeff Tolley took home Best Paint for his 1959 Chevy Biscayne.

Left to Right: Keith Rhul, Dave O'Brien, Jeff Tolley

Best of Show honors went to Tim Davidheiser and his 1948 International KB-1 pickup. Congratulations, Tim!

Pickerington High School Bands Benefit Car Show:

Pickerington Central High School in Pickerington, Ohio, was the site of a benefit car show on Saturday to help raise money to send both Pickerington High School bands to London.

The show registered 125 cars. There were three-foot trophies awarded to the Top 40, along with 10 specialty awards.

The list of special award winners included:

  • Best Truck: 1950 Chevy 3100 - Owner: Dale Pearce
  • People's Choice: 2016 Dodge Challenger Hellcat - Owner: Kenny G
  • Best GM: 1970 Chevy Chevelle - Owner: Doug Mullin
  • Best Mopar: 1974 Plymouth Satellite - Owner: Dwain Green
  • Best Ford: 1940 Ford Panel Truck - Owner: Harry Ours
  • Best Paint: 1937 Wild Rod Ford - Owner: Dave Bratton
  • Director's Choice: 2005 Chevy SSR - Owner: Hunter Crawford

Dale Pearce took home three awards. He received Top 40 Awards for his 1967 Corvette Stingray and 1950 Chevy 3600 pickup, as well as the Best Truck Award for his 1950 3100 pickup.

Fred Williams’s 1969 Ford Mustang 5.0 Coyote received the Best of Show Award.

Cruisin' with the King Car Show:

On Saturday evening, the Mid Ohio Cruisers Car Club hosted its May car show at the Burger King in Marysville, Ohio.

There were door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and dash plaques. The club presented award plaques to its 15 favorite registered cars.

This month, 46 cars were registered, with another 16 cars in attendance that did not register.

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1957 Ford Fairlane Convertible - Owner: Gary Gabriel

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Last week's News and Notes didn't have much content thanks to the weather. This week, thanks to the weather, has a TON of content so buckle up.

Grace Chapel Wednesday Night Cruise-In:

Bryan Mauger stopped by this week's Grace Chapel Wednesday Night Cruise-in. Bryan estimated there were about 30 cars in attendance.

Bryan's 1970 Chevy Monte Carlo was joined by another first-generation Monte Carlo. The owner purchased it brand new in 1972. It still has the original paint, interior, and 80,000-plus original miles.

Here are some more cars from the cruise-in:

The last Wednesday night cruise-in of the season will be October 23rd weather permitting. The Church will host a Fall Party and Car Cruise-in on Sunday, October 27th.

Corvettes Convene:

Ricart Chevrolet in Dublin, Ohio hosted its second annual Corvettes Convene on Thursday.

My Corvette was still in the shop for a transmission issue at the time so I couldn't participate with my car but I stopped by for about an hour.

There were two food trucks, a DJ, and around 50 Corvettes in attendance while I was there.

The weather couldn't have been more perfect for this Corvette owners' meet and lot party.

Der Dutchman Cruise-In Banquet:

The Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City, Ohio held its season-ending cruise-in banquet on Thursday.

This year 173 people signed up to attend the banquet.

As usual, Wayne Nisly presided over the banquet and presented some interesting stats about this season's cruise-in.

  • There was only one rainout this year compared to six in 2023. There were three other evenings where the threat of rain did affect attendance. Wayne did say there were a few evenings most of us would call hot but he classified them as warm.
  • This year 375 first-timers attended the cruise-in.
  • A total of 5809 cars participated in the cruise-in 2024. That's the largest number ever.
  • The cruise-in averaged 305 cars per evening.
  • Wayne's database currently has 1059 names in it. This equates to people who have attended the cruise-in at least once in the last four years.

At the end of the banquet, Wayne and the restaurant presented everyone with a special gift as a token of their appreciation for supporting another great season. One table had a gift for the Ford fans the other table had a gift for the Chevy fans.

The first cruise-in for 2025 will be May 1st. Wayne would like to set an attendance record to start the season so mark that date on your calendars now.

Friday Night NAPA Cruise-In:

Between 30 and 35 cars stop by the NAPA Auto Parts store in Hilliard, Ohio for a beautiful Friday evening meet-up.

One plus for getting dark earlier these days is that everyone can show off their car lights.

Auto Smart Cruise & Ride at Massey's Pizza:

Dan "Boots" Longenette and the Auto Smarts Cruise & Ride team were in Grove City, Ohio on Saturday hosting a car show at Massey's Pizza.

This was the 10th year Boots and Auto Smarts have been the host of this show.

The total number of registered vehicles on Saturday was 89.

Here are some of the Special Award winners:

BEST CHEVELLE
1967 Chevy Chevelle SS - Owner: Russ Annis
BEST TRUCK
1950 Chevy 3660 Pickup - Owner: Dale Pearce
BEST INTERIOR
1972 Chevy C-10 Stepside - Owner: Doug Glassburn
BEST FORD
1946 Ford Coupe - Owner: Joe Blankenship
BEST MUSTANG
2013 Ford Mustang - Owner: Brandon Taylor
MOST UNIQUE
1948 Jeepster - Owner: Dick Luckhaupt
BEST NOVA
1974 Chevy Nova - Owner: Jim Graham
BEST CAMARO
1969 Chevy Camaro Z/28 - Owner: Mark Youngs
BEST MODERN MUSCLE
2011 Corvette Mike Mason
BEST PRO STREET
1991 Chevy Camaro - Owner: Grady Maynard
BOOTS' PICK
1954 Hudson Hornet - Owner: Gus O'Day
BEST PAINT
1973 Corvette - Owner: Scott Southworth
BEST ENGINE
1955 Chevy Bel Air - Owner: Mark Reynolds
BEST STREET ROD
1932 Ford Roadster - Owner: Mac
BEST AMC
1973 Gremlin X - Owner: Gabriel Rives
FUTURE CLASSIC
2023 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing - Owner: K. Hawksworth

Award of Excellence (Previous Auto Smarts Best of Show winners):

1970 Ford Torino GT - Owner: Chris Kraner
1937 Wild Rod - Owner: Dave Bratton
1967 Corvette Convertible - Owner: Craig Grunkemeyer
1968 Chevy Chevelle - Owner: Andrew Van Ert
1971 Chevy Blazer - Owner: Ric Queen
1962 Chevy Impala SS - Owner: Mark Enyart
1987 Buick Grand National - Owner: John Evans
1968 Dodge Charger - Owner: Dr. Ron Rogers

The Auto Smarts Super Pick went to Jim Loftus and his 1957 Chevy Bel Air.

The Best of Show was John Picken's 1931 Ford Roadster.

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1959 Corvette Convertible - Owner: Larry Souslin

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After some much-needed rain showers on Friday, the weather on Saturday and Sunday was just about ideal for the many car shows on the schedule.

Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

After a slow start, the weekly cruise-in at the restaurant pulled in 327 cars on Thursday. A good portion of them showed up after 5:30 pm.

Next week there will be the regular cruise-in on Thursday and then the annual Coffee and Donuts Cruise-In on Saturday morning from 9 - 11:30 AM. It's my once-a-year treat to a Der Dutchman cream-filled long John Donut. Can't wait!

Richwood Bank Coffee & Cars Cruise-In:

The Richwood Bank in Delaware, Ohio hosted its final Coffee & Cars Cruise-In of the season on Saturday.

There were approximately 25 cars in attendance despite the chilly early morning temperatures.

Along with the Coffee Shop specials inside the bank, there were also raffle prizes at the end of the cruise-in. The prizes included buckets of car care products, pizza coupons, and a $100 gift card to an auto repair and maintenance shop.

Greg Nobis won the grand prize of car care products and an assortment of adult spirits.

It was a good end to Richwood Bank Coffee & Cars Cruise-Ins for 2024.

Nite the Lite Car Show:

The 39th Nite the Lite Car Show took place on the historic Courthouse Square in Newark, Ohio on Saturday.

The show is hosted by the Newark Rodders Car Club and Matheny family.

This year the show registered 570 cars with more than 630 in attendance.

Part of the proceeds from the show go to support lighting the Courthouse with festive Christmas lights during the holiday season.

This is a judged show with the judging carried out by the sponsors of the trophies. This year had more than one hundred four and six foot trophies.

Some six foot winners included Dr. Ron Rogers with his 1968 Dodge Charger.

Kevin Foust's 1941 Dodge WC 40 Military Weapons Carrier.

Gerald Wicker and his 2005 Chevy Silverado pickup.

Here are more of the fantastic rides that attended the Lite the Nite Car Show:

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