The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “Pro’s Pick” winners at the Western Street Rod Nationals held at the Kern County Fairgrounds in Bakersfield, California. Classic Instruments of Boyne City, Michigan is the sponsor of these most sought after awards. The winners were:   Jim Bringhurst – Nevada City,… Continue reading 2017 NSRA Western Pros Picks

Image courtesy streetrodder.com  Immortalized in song, on screen and in the hearts of auto enthusiasts, Ford’s 1932 “Deuce” is considered the most respected vehicle of all time, single-handedly initiating hot rod culture. The term “Deuce” stems from its production year of 1932. In celebration of the 85th Anniversary of the 1932 Ford, the Petersen Automotive… Continue reading Deuce Day 85th Anniversary

Fuel Air Spark Technology in conjunction with the National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “FAST Revolution Award” given at the Western Street Rod Nationals that were held in Bakersfield, California on April 28, 29, 30, 2017. This year’s selection is this beautiful, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro owned by Joshua Hodges… Continue reading FAST Revolution Release

The National Street Rod Association is pleased to announce the selection of the “Outstanding Use of Color” awards given at the Western Street Rod Nationals held in Bakersfield, California on April 28, 29 and 30, 2017. One of this year’s selections is this beautiful 1949 Chevrolet Styleline Wagon with painted “wood,” shown by Marty Fisher… Continue reading Western SRN Outstanding Use Of Color Awards

  Words: Chase Clute   Do swirl marks and micro-fine scratches on your dark colored vehicle have you scratching your head? Do you remember the time your car looked new and illustrious even if you bought it used? Not to worry, you’re not the only person who wants the shine in their clear coat back.… Continue reading How to Avoid Swirl Marks on Your Dark Vehicle

Ford Performance is proud to announce the “Ford In A Ford” selection for the Western Street Rod Nationals held in Bakersfield, California on April 28, 29 and 30, 2017. This year’s selection is Danny Shaffer from Bakersfield, California with his beautiful 1964 Ford Fairlane. Congratulations to Danny on this much deserved recognition. The National Street… Continue reading NSRA Western SRN Ford In A Ford Award

  Words: John Gunnell   When the car hobby kicked into high gear in the ‘70s, it was rare to see a Pontiac hot rod or custom, but today things have changed. Take Lou Calisibetta’s Old Stillwater Garage in Stillwater, N.J., for instance. He’s famous for redoing the Alexander Brothers’ “Golden Indian,” a radically customized… Continue reading Pontiacs are Hot Rods Too!

The International Show Car Association (ISCA) selects and presents their “ISCA Pick “ awards at all ten NSRA events across the country.     One of this year’s selections is this beautiful 1937 Ford Coupe owned by Paul & Sharon Puleo from Lutz, Florida. Congratulations to Paul & Sharon on this much deserved recognition!  … Continue reading NSRA Tampa 2017 ISCA Picks

  Photo courtesy eventcrazy.com   Join over 200 of your fellow British car and motorcycle enthusiasts for the 36nd Annual British Car Field Day in Sussex, Wisconsin on Sunday June 18th, 2017 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm, rain or shine. Refreshments will be available on the grounds. Proceeds go to the Boy Scouts of… Continue reading British Car Field Day

  It is that time of year again for Classic Instruments to be busy preparing for their annual NSRA Appreciation Day Open House. This year also marks the company’s 40th anniversary and they plan to have the largest open house yet as they celebrate with special anniversary festivities.    Brian Brennan, editor of Street Rodder… Continue reading Classic Instruments’ Annual NSRA Appreciation Day Open House and 40th Anniversary Celebration