Category Archives: Antique Cars

A friendly encounter on the road and a quick car show stop

Posted on June 12, 2019 by caroldwyer

My best friend and I met up in King of Prussia for lunch and shopping on the first sunday of June. It’s a long drive for me and I was running late, hoping nothing else en route would be cause … Continue reading →

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Back to Delaware Park for spring Beers & Gears Car Show, Part 1

Posted on June 28, 2018 by caroldwyer

All week beforehand, the weather forecast was calling for rain and / or storms, but it turned out to be a nice day. Especially for the hundreds of awesome cars ready for enthusiasts to admire while strolling around in the … Continue reading →

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A favorite among cool cars displayed at Rose Tree Park

Posted on November 6, 2017 by caroldwyer

A car show to salute the troops displayed a wide variety of rides, from antique to classic and newer models, at Rose Tree Park in Pennsylvania. It was a great way to pay tribute to those who have served and … Continue reading →

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Cool, unique rides rev up thoughts of summer

Posted on May 31, 2016 by caroldwyer

Car shows are always among my favorite events as spring warms up and we head toward summertime. A part of decades past, they inspire fans to reminisce about driving in the days of hotrods. For me, they’re about appreciating the … Continue reading →

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Experiencing Chadds Ford Days

Posted on September 29, 2015 by caroldwyer

A cloudy sky lurked overhead on the day I planned to attend the 50th Annual Chadds Ford Days event. I debated whether or not to hold off until the following afternoon instead. However, it paid off to chance what turned … Continue reading →

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A retro 4th of July weekend

Posted on July 14, 2013 by caroldwyer

The heat was relentless going into the 4th of July weekend and on the patriotic holiday, plans were indoors.  That’s where the retro theme of this year’s celebration of independence came from, as a marathon of “Gidget,” starring Sally Field, … Continue reading →

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Food, cars, music make for festive fall day in Delaware

Posted on October 19, 2012 by caroldwyer

A ride south along route 113 began the journey to fall fun at Delaware’s annual Apple Scrapple Festival in Bridgeville. I hadn’t heard of the event until the night before and also hadn’t been to its host town. There were … Continue reading →

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Car show, flea market, 5k run at DCCC

Posted on June 12, 2012 by caroldwyer

A mix of oldies, classic rock and today’s pop music played for attendees and participants of three events at the main campus of Delaware County Community College.  It was a hot, sunny day as people lined up cool classic cars … Continue reading →

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Why I Love Classic Cars

Posted on November 17, 2010 by caroldwyer

What I love about classic cars is the whole nostalgic feeling that they bring to admirers. It is a rare treat to see them outside of a car show. They are appreciated by multiple generations and I feel that they … Continue reading →

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