If I’m going to add more Corvette Stingrays to the racing fleet, I’m going to have to add more Jaguar E-Types! Why? Because Jan & Dean say so, that’s why! And since one of their songs gave my track and this very blog their names, I’ll honor another of their 1964 hits about that fatefulContinue reading “NEW BUILDS: Dead Man’s Curve FOREVER!”
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Whence This Love for Model Cars? Part 3: POLITICAL REALITIES – The War On Cars Accelerates
The content expresses strong discontent against the perceived assault on car ownership, attributing it to broader globalist agendas aimed at controlling assets and undermining individual freedoms. It critiques elitist hypocrisy regarding climate initiatives, suggesting that an increasing interest in model cars reflects a societal longing for unattainable real-world ownership and freedom.
1/1/2024 = 1/1/1986: Trans Am Racing on New Year’s Day!
The 1986 racing season began uniquely on New Year’s Day with Drag City’s all-stock Trans Am fleet competing for the first time. Despite low attendance, the race was thrilling. Stan Stanford’s #26 Firebird emerged victorious, winning for the third consecutive year, raising concerns about competition. More excitement is anticipated this season.
Another T-Jet MYSTERY: What is the Origin of this Amazing Toyota FJ40 Pickup?
The author discusses recent car acquisitions linked to Colorado slottist Joe Feruli, highlighting a well-crafted Toyota Land Cruiser model with complex construction but uncertain origins. The post invites fellow enthusiasts to share knowledge about this unique creation, emphasizing its intricate design and connection to the beloved vehicles of the past.
Whence This Love for Model Cars? Part 2: ECONOMIC REALITIES – Being a Gearhead is Becoming Unaffordable
The author reflects on a time when life in America was more affordable and fulfilling, particularly regarding car ownership. They lament the current economic stratification, which limits opportunities for the younger generation to engage in car restoration or ownership. Rising costs have made the car hobby increasingly inaccessible, with nostalgia for simpler days.