VWs And More

When we first heard there would be a car show at this year’s Day of Music, we had to wonder, with so much competition from other events this time of year, how many classic cars would show up. Never fear, especially if you are a fan of classic VWs, bugs, buses, Karmann Ghias, and even fastbacks dating back to the early 50s. Wow!

We honed in on the bugs and buses. Every gearhead who is a fan of classic cars seems to find one in the same year or very close to it at shows like this. In fact, car lovers of all types always look for them. Yours truly spotted a ’56 oval window right away, and it was a nostalgic trip back just looking it over, inside and out. Then, nearby, a very rare ’51 split window, with maximum restoration and customized to the hilt. Most readers here would glaze over if we listed all of the work that was done, so the photos will do.

If you have ever owned a legendary Vee Dub Bus, you know why the underpowered vehicles will never go out of fashion. Look at these and imagine a casual trip to a campground or surf break and a weekend of communing with nature and other like-minded enthusiasts. You can’t be in a hurry with one of these, and why should you be? Relax and take life in, listen to the hum of the 4-cylinder engine being pushed to the limit, and enjoy the rustic luxury. These classics, once affordable, are now priced like luxury cars, so hopefully, you still have yours.

New in Town

Cupid Hot Dogs has moved on and very quickly, U-BU U-BU moved right in. They are still working on the menu and getting everything ready, but right now, they are having a soft opening, so you can stop in at 106 ½ North Harbor and give it a try, plus you can take advantage of their buy one and get one 50% off introductory deal through August 15.

Bike Parade

You have already seen a lot of photos here, but we wanted to look back and see a few more. If you were there, you noticed the huge number of participants, well over 1000, some say up to 1500 or even more, but who’s counting?

The big takeaway was the diversity of the participants, young and old, on all manner of transportation over and above the bicycles, and everyone with a smile to give. Those lining the parade route on Wilshire experienced a lot of camaraderie, and where we were, the neighbors launched bubbles and blasted music into the air, welcoming one and all to stop and visit in their front yards.

Fender Bender

Now that we have your attention, this is not about a minor auto incident or accident; this is about something to cheer about. Come out to celebrate Fullerton’s own Leo Fender, the man who put Fullerton on the map all over the globe, on Saturday, August 10, from 5 to 9 pm. Why? See photo. I also wanted to mention that his wife Phyllis, a friend to all, passed away four years ago, on July 22. Miss you too, Phyllis.

Photo Quiz

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This time: A few of these fire escapes still exist downtown; some of them are nearly hidden from sight in alleys or parking lots. This one is very visible, where is it?

Last time: Do fake owls really keep pests away? We did not see any snakes, rats, or wolverines here, just south of the Chapman Building, visible in the background. Nobody got it this time, hmmm.