Ep 5. April Action Car Show
- TV-NR
- April 3, 2011
- 14 min
In season 15 episode 5 of My Classic Car, host Dennis Gage heads to Mooresville, North Carolina for the April Action Car Show. This annual event brings together a wide variety of classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles from all over the Southeastern United States.
The episode begins with Dennis meeting up with event coordinator Ryan Lusk to get the inside scoop on what makes this show so special. According to Ryan, the April Action Car Show is all about celebrating classic cars and the people who love them. He explains that the show is open to all makes and models, from vintage muscle cars to European sports cars and everything in between.
From there, Dennis takes us on a tour of the showground, where we see a wide variety of classic vehicles on display. We see everything from a sleek black Corvette Stingray to a beautifully restored Ford Model T, with plenty of hot rods, street machines, and custom trucks in between.
One vehicle that catches Dennis's eye is a stunning 1962 Lincoln Continental convertible. We learn that this car took its owner over 6 years to restore, with every detail painstakingly researched and executed to perfection. Dennis is clearly impressed by the owner's dedication and attention to detail, and we get a sense of just how much work goes into restoring a classic car to its former glory.
Another vehicle that stands out at the April Action Car Show is a beautifully restored 1957 Chevy Bel Air. The owner tells us how he found the car in a barn, completely rusted and dilapidated. But with lots of hard work and dedication, he was able to transform it into a show-stopping classic that turns heads wherever it goes.
Throughout the episode, Dennis chats with other car owners, learning about their love of classic cars and the stories behind their vehicles. He also takes us behind the scenes of the judging process, where we see just how meticulous the judges are in evaluating each and every vehicle on display.
As the show starts to wind down, Dennis catches up with event coordinator Ryan Lusk once again to get his thoughts on the day. Ryan talks about the passion and camaraderie that he sees among the classic car community, and how events like the April Action Car Show bring people together around a shared love for these beautiful machines.
In the end, My Classic Car season 15 episode 5 is a celebration of classic cars and the people who love them. Through stunning visuals, insightful interviews, and behind-the-scenes access, we get a glimpse into the world of classic car restoration and the passion and dedication that goes into preserving these beautiful machines for future generations to enjoy.