On Saturday, March 15th, the Tin Lizzies of Albuquerque were invited by Dennis Snyder, President of Rich Ford, to show our club’s cars at their Albuquerque dealership as part of their 53rd anniversary celebration.  Fourteen cars showed up on this cold and blustery day, including Skip Dunn, who trailered his 1914 touring car from Los Alamos.  We were also joined by Jeff, friend and neighbor of Vernon Armstrong; Cole, Larry and Lorna’s grandson visiting from Missouri; Cameron, Kirk and Susan Peterson’s son; and Kassi Carpenter who brought a friend with her.

Our cars were located on the north side (rear) of the dealership this year as Rich Ford was using the space where we customarily show our cars for “drifting” demonstrations and rides by Jim Guthrie, former Indy Race car driver and owner of Car Crafters in Albuquerque, as well as Jim’s son Sean.  Several Tin Lizzie members got the thrill of riding in these super powerful race cars including Betty, Linda, Vernon, Jeff, Larry and Cole.  Everyone reported back that it was a blast!

Dennis Snyder, Rich Ford President, with our car show organizer Linda Riel. A curious visitor with Paul, Vern Willan’s friend and neighbor. A view of the front row of our club cars. Marilyn and Paul Duncan arrived in their 1920 touring car. Skip Dunn (right) answering questions about his 1914 touring car – the earliest Tin Lizzie at the show. Liz and Bob Hawk, in front of Larry and Lorna’s 1921 Faultless Raceabout. A view of the second row of club cars. Jeff, Vernon Armstrong’s friend and neighbor. Kassi and Ken Carpenter with Kassi’s friend. Ken, Kassi, Kassi’s friend, and Paul. Another view of the Model Ts at the show. Cameron, Kirk, and visitor examining Skip’s rare 1914 nickel-plated touring car. Skip generously provided rides to the Rich Ford visitors. Everyone enjoyed Neil and Mary Ann O’Brien’s 1920 Luverne firetruck! Don, Cole, Larry, and Paul examining Paul’s 1920 touring engine. Dennis Snyder driving Larry and Lorna’s 1921 Faultless Raceabout for the first time! Vern, Jim, and Vernon watching Dennis Snyder driving Larry’s 1921 Faultless Raceabout. Dennis getting out of the Faultless with the help of Jim Guthrie (former race car driver and owner of Car Crafters). Jim’s son Sean also got a chance to drive the Faultless Raceabout also. Jeff and Vernon ready to go! Jeff zipping around on his drift ride. Vernon just finished his wild ride! Larry and Cole putting on their helmets with the assistance of Rich Ford President Dennis Snyder. Jeff, Linda, and Vernon. The car Cole was a passenger in as it speeds around a tight turn. Cole had just finished his ride! Larry and Cole just after their drifting ride! Michael and Betty ready to depart in Betty’s 1921 Model T coupe. Cameron and Kirk ready to head home in “Buster”, their 1924 Model T coupe.

Thank you Linda for organizing this enjoyable event.  Let’s hope for better weather next year!