A Take on New Cars in Classic Car Shows

A classic car show is typically filled with cars from various decades that have been restored to their original glory. However, newer cars that were built in the last fifteen years or so, are popping up more frequently at car shows all around the country. Although this may seem like absurd news to avid classic car enthusiasts, this is really nothing new. When reflecting on past generations, there is always a “new” generation of cars that emerge in the classic car scene.

While some people may feel as though car shows can expand to accommodate new and old cars alike, controversy arises when the new cars are taking up spots that may have otherwise been occupied by classic cars that required hours of effort to restore. This can be frustrating for individuals who spend all of their free time working on their cars to show off at these types of shows.

Some people truly believe that newer cars should stay on the road or in the garage until their time comes to visit classic car shows twenty or thirty years from now. It is not likely that these people will change their minds as the passion for classic cars typically runs deep. However, it should be brought to everyone’s attention to what car shows are really about.

At the root of all classic car shows is a love and appreciation for beautiful cars. Whether the attendees are admiring new or old cars, there is a level of appreciation for the inner workings of cars and their history, even if the history is short. When it comes down to it, car enthusiasts should put their differences aside to keep the tradition alive. To make this happen, both generations will have to take time to educate themselves about cars of all decades. This is a great opportunity to expand one’s knowledge about the world of cars in general.

Mark Simpson of the Classic Car Restoration Club is doing just this. He’s making an effort to have conversations with car enthusiasts who have interests that differ from his own. In addition to talking to these enthusiasts, he is also vowing to resist the urge to skip the “new” section of classic car shows and encourages others to do the same.

Originally published at https://ralphbyer.org.