Initially there were going to be five members at the show, but at the last minute a health problem forced Don Fisher to miss the event. George Merino got in line early, with instructions to save spots for Tim McNiff, Phil Caliva, and Chuck Lakowski, who were making a stop at the United Artists meet up. After coffee and socializing with Jeff Boysen, who came by with his granddaughter and checking out Lou Fisher’s new 100M, Tim Phil and Chuck headed for Monrovia.
After checking in at the registration table on Myrtle Avenue, they looked for George who was standing at the corner of Myrtle and Colorado ready to direct them to their spots. George had done a good job, putting the cars on the sunny side of the street with plenty of sidewalk space for their chairs on the shady side. Once they were parked and set up the foursome headed for breakfast at Jake’s. After a delicious and filling meal it was time for the car show to officially open. Presentation of the colors by a police cadet unit and the singing of the National Anthem, followed by recognition of a WWII veteran riding in a1944 Chevy convertible.
Back at the cars the guys settled in, answering questions from the spectators and piling the manure higher with each story. Around lunch time the group was treated to visits from Clay and Monica Kaytis and Peter Roses and Steve Gerow.
Everyone, at some point, made their way through the show admiring the wide variety of makes, models, and types of vehicles on display. From lowriders to muscle cars, bucket hot rods to vintage trucks and everything in between; an always fun and interesting show.
With the sun high in the sky and the temps rising Chuck and Phil decided to leave a little early, knowing they had a warm ride ahead of them. George took the hint and followed them out a short time later. Tim stuck around to hear that none of the Healeys won an award and he then headed for the 210 Freeway.