Goodguys Spring Nationals Rolls Into Central Florida Fairgrounds
17 March 1999
Goodguys Spring Nationals Rolls Into Central Florida Fairgrounds April 24 & 25 for Weekend of Hot Roddin' Fun
ALAMO, Calif.--March 16, 1999--The Goodguys 1st Spring Rod & Custom Nationals presented by the New Dodge will make its debut, April 24 & 26 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds in Orlando.This event, part of the Goodguys Summer Series presented by DaimlerChrysler's Dodge Division and produced by Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, is the second in a series of thirteen national events to be held across the United States.
This event will showcase hundreds and hundreds of rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks through 1972 vintage, as well as commercial and manufacturer exhibits, a swap meet for "not so new" parts, "cars for sale" corral, an arts & crafts show, live nostalgia entertainment, and lots more for the entire family. In addition, several featured vehicle corrals will be held on Saturday. Some of these corrals include the Clayton Custom Cars Willys Roundup, the Classic Chevy Corral, Mighty Mopar Muscle and the Vintage Air Youngguys area.
"Our events offer something for everyone in the entire family, both young and old. We refer to the events as a 'state fair of automotive excitement.' If you love cars, then this is where you want to be. You can shop for parts, look at all the beautifully customized, restored and hot rodded vehicles, & take in the entertainment all at one event," states Gary Meadors, owner and founder of Goodguys.
The event is open Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The awards ceremony for the vehicles will be promptly Sunday at 3 p.m. General admission is $12; Seniors (60+) are $10 and kids 7-12 are $6. Kids 6 and under are free. For local information, contact the Central Florida Fairgrounds at 407/295-3247. For those interested in entering their pre-1973 vehicle, contact the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association at 925/838-9876, ext. 5.
