The title for this article, My First Car Show, may be a bit deceiving. I have been attending car shows
since the days of my youth. I remember seeing such attractions as the "Batmobile",
no not the one Michael Keaton drove, but the Barris creation that Adam West foiled
super-villains in. Show vehicles such as the "Tarantula" and the "Munster's" Hearse
were common place. These events would also feature "guest appearances". Normally,
these included aging Playboy Centerfolds or folks you never heard. However, if you
were really lucky, you could be fortunate enough to meet the "voice" of the robot from
Lost in Space. Regardless, these events were massive over-stimuli for any adolescent
gear-head.I always take pride in the vehicles I wrench and drive. But, I am also honest about the level of commitment and investment I am willing to put forth. I love driving these classic cars, but the fact that I have always owned "Daily Drivers" speaks for itself. I have never owned a car cover let alone a temperature controlled environment for my old cars. I have never fretted about leaving my car parked on a busy city street. I rarely lock my car, I have a "if you won't to steal it, please don't break the glass" attitude. Now, for those of you who are waiting for parts to return from the sand blasting shop, while your car is up on blocks for the full "frame-off" restoration, I tip my hat. If you have painstakingly resurrected your car over the years, you have my deepest admiration.  continued... |
Each month My Daily Driver publishes articles regarding these old cars we drive.
| "Show vehicles such as the "Tarantula" and the "Munster's" Hearse were common place." |
