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Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Discovering 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.

Everyone has a beginning and if car enthusiasts are asked how one got started, the answers are often similar. In most cases, it is just something about old cars which attracts and captures the interest of individuals whom hold onto and grasp the interest over the course of a lifetime. Of course, enthusiasm tends to change over time based on distractions, other interests, work, space cash and spare time.

The organization was first founded in 1935 with one goal, the enjoyment and preservation of history related to all types of automobiles. The club brings enthusiasts together for regional and national events through various activities, antique automobiles and building new friendships. In addition, the organization also provides an award winning full color magazine of over 100 pages.

In the 1940s, the organization went through a difficult hardship with regards to the war. For, in the months before and after, the hobby required the same attention as that of the war. In fact, to paraphrase the president of the organization, the mutual enthusiasm shared by members of the club during the Spring of 1942 included a number of disturbances and was fraught with 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 features a full website with a lot of information and something for everyone. In fact, members of the club do not have to own or know how to work on classic or vintage cars. For, there are other ways to become involved with the organization. Some of these opportunities include, attending tours and meet-ups, doing research and judging at contests.

While most people think such clubs can be extremely expensive, this particular one often cost less than a tank of gas for membership. Once a member, check out the regions and chapters listings on the organization's website to find the nearest location. Then, become involved in whichever way feels right and enjoy the ride.




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