Russ and Lora Freund had plenty...
Russ and Lora Freund had plenty of fun going on under the "big top" of their '24 Ford Model T touring, appropriately named Mantis after its candy green paint.
James Mackey likes 'em low...
James Mackey likes 'em low and lean with his '31 Ford extended-cab pickup running a 350/350 driveline combo.
Back again for the fifth year, the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association marked its return to the Spokane Fair and Exposition Center with added entertainment and expanded categories in its awards program. The most notable addition (from our perspective) was the inclusion of a Rod & Custom Top 10 category that was only made difficult because it was so hard to narrow it down to 10 awards when there were so many great cars and trucks from which to choose.
From the beginning, the weather could not have been more perfect for a weekend of hot rodding, with or without a top. Once at the event, it didn't take any time at all to find all the things the Goodguys are known to bring to the party, like a building full of manufacturers, live musical entertainment, and stuff for kids of all ages, including a model building contest and valve cover races all weekend. If you haven't already checked out the Goodguys Northwest Nationals, add it to your list of must-do events with the highest recommendation from your friends at R&C.
John Gunsaulis' '40 Ford woodie...
John Gunsaulis' '40 Ford woodie has plenty of carbs up front...
...as well as original surf...
...as well as original surf stickers in the rear windows.
The swap meet at the Spokane...
The swap meet at the Spokane event always turns up some great old pieces ready to be reborn into next season's coolest rods.
This ambulance would make...
This ambulance would make an interesting ride for hauling all your pals or your latest treasures home from the next swap meet.
Kevin Dagel has one you don't...
Kevin Dagel has one you don't see every day (even as a stocker) with his '38 Oldsmobile sedan. Alternate models always make for a more interesting ride, and this one is done just right, sitting on the deck with a set of Torq-Thrust IIs.
Rich Greiner was another one...
Rich Greiner was another one with an interesting model not commonly seen with his '50 Crosley Hot Shot.
A little American hot rod...
A little American hot rod Ford V8-60 all dressed up with speed equipment from the '50s resides under the hood of the little American sports car.
This way-cool flamed '39 Ford...
This way-cool flamed '39 Ford standard coupe is a timeless ride in anybody's book.
"Rustic charm" only begins...
"Rustic charm" only begins to describe the lure of Lyle Brown's '41 Chevy pickup.
Dan Petersen cruised in with...
Dan Petersen cruised in with his '32 Ford sedan delivery sporting a 355ci mill backed by a five-speed transmission. The spindle-mounts and Moon tank add the perfect hot rod touch.
Don Rohrer's '46 Chevy fastback...
Don Rohrer's '46 Chevy fastback shows off the sweet sweeping lines of GM high-end sedans of the era.