Sunday, June 23, 2019

Exploring The Antique Auto Club Of America

By David Wright


Most individuals who drive do so in cars purchased from dealerships or purchased pre-owned from owners. While this is the case, there are others whom either own or hold an interest in an antique, classic or vintage automobiles. For, these individuals, joining an antique auto club can bring a lot of joy to life.

Since the beginning, the club has primarily focused on antique car collectors and associated vehicles. For, the members believe that there is just something about the feel, sound and sight of antique automobiles which stirs the imagination, especially when desiring to traverse the open road. Whether the heavy thumping of a big block engine or clatter of single cylinder brass, there is just something that draws collectors to these cars. Although, vintage motorcycles, buses and trucks are all part of this massive organization based in America.

There is a beginning to everything, when collectors are asked how one became interested in antique cars, answers are often similar. In most cases, people suggest there is just something which captures and attracts attention to these automobiles over the course of a lifetime. Of course, enthusiasm tends to ebb and flow based on spare time, work, spare cash, other interests and distractions.

The mission of the organization is the preservation and enjoyment of history related to all types of automobiles. Whereas, the organization also works to bring enthusiasts together at a number of regional and national events each year. These events often include, meet-ups, shows and contests, most often at different types of festivals. In addition, the club produces a magazine which features over 100 pages with pictures, history and information on different models.

The war was a hardship on the hobby as well as regional and national organizations. For, in the coming months and years, the hobby required the same dedication as the war. In fact, as one quote by the president of the organization suggest, the mutual enthusiasm of the club approaching the Spring of 1942 was fraught with disturbances and fraught with a number of uncertainties.

The organization has become better and stronger since the war and now has millions of members. As such, there is no doubt the organization will survive in the future. For, the car enthusiasts of America depend on the activities, contests and other events sponsored by the organization at which to drive and show these antique and classic automobiles on an annual basis.

The organization's website features different sections with pictures of cars from different eras. It should be noted that an individual does not need to own an antique, classic or vintage car to become a member or involved with the organization. For, there are numerous ways in which individuals can be part of the club whether through judging car shows, researching cars or attending one of the meet-ups or tours as a spectator.

While most individuals think that these type of clubs are extremely expensive, nothing could be further from the truth when it comes to America's organization. For, the annual membership fee is often less than a tank of gas. As such, the amount of fun an individual can have as a member often far outweighs the cost of membership.




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