Classic Cars and Street Rods- Articles from The Union
Here you will find articles drawn from nine years I have been writing for The Union newspaper in Grass Valley, CA, about local cars. At times, the names have been changed to a single initial to protect the innocent. And the guilty. These articles might be changed periodically so that you won’t be bored. Unless you don’t like cars, but that condition can be treated by a generous dosage of quality car shows and the purchase of a hot rod or classic car. ‘Buy two and call me in the morning’. In the mean time, check out www.roaminangels.com for more info on the club.
Killer Corvair
About a year ago, John’s ’66 Corvair was featured in this column as a ‘work in progress.’ Now it is featured as a work completed. And a lot happened in that year. John had already installed a 300 HP 5.3 … Continue reading →...
He Could Have a V-8
While some people might be satisfied with the stock flat six engine in their Corvair, John was not. He wanted a V-8. Now he’s well on the way to seeing his desire fulfilled. It all started a couple of years … Continue reading →...
Alexander Rossi
Alexander Rossi and the Roamin Angels Back in 2008, Roamin Angels scholarship chairman Ron Nevis had a feeling that Alexander would go far in the racing sport. Because of Ron, Alexander received a scholarship for a year to help with … Continue reading →...
Project Pontiac
For lovers of hot rods and collectible cars, every car has a story. Such is the case for 20-year Roamin Angel newsletter editor Diane B’s ’57 four-door hardtop Pontiac Star Chief. You can see the car up front and personal … Continue reading →...
Second-Time-Around Love Affair with a Swinger
Back in November of 1968, Jim Marchio had his first love affair with a Swinger. It was a ’69 Dodge Dart Swinger that he ordered from the factory. “Most of what I wanted was in the Swinger package,” he reminisced. … Continue reading →...
I appreciate what you said about dirt track speedsters and how they very popular in racing. I think that finding a hot rod shop is a great way to learn about the history of different race cars. My friend is thinking about finding a hot rod shop in our area, so I’ll be sure to share with him the importance of finding a reputable supplier with experience and vehicle history knowledge.