Nice Ride

1971 Chevrolet - An Impala convertible that was a top seller

Ricky and Jeannie Gregory of Franklin, Ky., are the owners of this 1971 Chevrolet convertible. It has been repainted the original factory "Cranberry Red."

1968 Dodge - This Charger is one fine example of a show "clone" Hemi

This Dodge is owned by Joe Gervasio and is a fine example of a "clone" Hemi Charger.

1966 Chrysler - A long and sleek Newport convertible

Tony Hollis of Montgomery County, Ohio, is the proud owner of this monster convertible

1955 International - This 2.5 ton truck is like no other you'll ever see

John Thompson is the owner of the 1955 International 2.5 ton truck that sports a "Rat Rod" look. It features a custom made fully working pig roaster that can BBQ a pig as large as 400 pounds.

1961 Ford - This 801 Powermaster tractor looks like new

The machine has spent its entire life in the area and has had very little done to it in the way of restoration.

1967 Camaro - An original owner, rare SS/RS

When Dan Owen of Lewisburg, Ohio, first bought this all-original '67 SS/RS Camaro, he didn't have the happiness you might have expected.

PT Cruiser - This car is cleaner than when it was new

I was saying to my better half, "Gee, this newbie mild custom PT has a really decent "look" to it. I gotta' talk to the guy who owns it." I began taking photos when this cool lookin' gal walks up and says to me: "So, do you like my car?" OOPS! Old Scooter had just figured it had to be a guy and not a gal.

Metcalfe County Pumpkin Festival - People came from miles around to join in the fun

Take an event that offers activities for everyone, throw in classic cars, trucks and tractors, then mix loads of people with tons of sunshine on a great fall day and what do you get? The answer is an easy one: the Metcalfe County Pumpkin Festival.

1995 Lincoln - Town Car Executive is "Dancing Feather's" Lady No.2

The Ebbings often go for a drive in "Big Baby," Tom's affectionate name for Lady No. 2 - a 1995 turquoise-green Lincoln Town Car Executive that Tom purchased four years ago for only $2,500, from a private Albion owner.

1949 Chevrolet - A car that has had the full custom treatment

The car is a '70s custom survivor, timeless enough to still turn heads 40 years after it was built.

1930 Ford -This coupe's old body show the car's character

This nice ride is out of Manchester, Tenn., and was built by Ricky "Bobby" Brown.

1967 GTO Convertible - A cool, red convertible

Now, the amazing aspect to this writer about this GTO. That is the original paint! Really. How does he do it? "Well, really nothing special. I just wax it about four times a year.

1970 Nova - This featured car is capable of 800 horsepower

Then, there's this way built up turbo 400 transmission.

1955 Farmall - A 300 that's been restored to near original condition

This Farmall 300 belongs to Gary Dennison of the Bummell's Crossing community in Hart Co., Ky. It has been restored to near its original condition.

1948 Chevy - A tastefully-modified pick-up

From the outside, this stylish '48 Chevy pick-up looks pretty much on the stock side, but looks are deceiving here.

WKU Expo Center - Antique tractor and engine show cures cabin fever

Doesn't everyone know that classic tractor and antique engine shows are most successful if they're held in the summertime? That's not necessarily so, says Neel Dillard, a founding member of the Warren County, Ky., Antique Tractor & Engine Club. "Our show kicks off the season in this area and people really seem to enjoy coming.

1932 Ford - A replica modern classic Roadster

Through adjustments in the suspension system and a four-inch drop front axle, the Roadster sits considerably lower than the original factory height. "It's probably about four inches lower, and I really like the way it shows. Gives the car a completely different look," he noted.

Glasgow Car Show - Hundreds of vintage vehicles 'Cruise Into Fall'

Remember when the downtowns of every small town in America were packed with people? When Saturday came it was a sure bet that you would see your friends and neighbors strolling on the sidewalks, smiling, waving and just plain having a good time. That's exactly what happened in Glasgow, Ky., the second Saturday in October as hundreds of vintage cars, trucks, tractors, and motorcycles packed the downtown area.

1964 1/2 Mustang - A classic, restored - Many lessons learned

"I had a '66 GT when I was in my 20s and had always remembered it with affection. So when I retired, I decided that getting another of the early Mustangs would be a nice retirement gift for myself.

1949 Ford - A pickup truck that took seven years to restore

The owner sure knows his Ford history and I could sense his enthusiasm as he told the story of the '49 pickup.

1934 Dodge Pickup - A pumpkin orange Dodge Pickup

At Halloween car shows, there is a green stalk sticking out of the roof really making it look like a pumpkin. That color is actually a 1990s PPG enamel shade.

1971 Camaro - A Z28 that's an awesome showstopper

He says recently his car won top awards in shows at Park City and Brownsville, Ky. "I won Best Modified and Best Engine at both places the last two years in a row."

1967 AMC - The Rogue is a sleeper muscle car

If AMC actually had wanted the Rogue to look like a legitimate competitor, couldn't it have given the Rogue a little look of performance pizzazz. You know, something like racing stripes, a black-out hood, hood scoop or a lower stance.

1954 Nash - An excellent example of a mini-car before its time

Think about it ... these cute little coupes were made in Longbridge, England, beginning in 1953.