Monday 15 July 2019

The Joy Of Joining An Antique Auto Club

By David Wright


Individuals often have different tastes when it comes to the year, model and style of an automobile. In some cases, people love to collect antique, classic and vintage cars. As a result, the antique auto club of America was created in 1935. After which, while having been successful up until World War II, the organization saw a brief struggle during the war, then bounced back rather quickly.

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 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'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 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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