More than 350 cars of all shapes, sizes and eras were on display at the Moncton Coliseum on Saturday, along with latest trends in the vehicle modification industry.
For many, the Radical Speed Sport Car Show is the unofficial kick-off to spring.
“Every year we're taking pictures, lots of pictures,” said car enthusiast Joseph Peterpaul. “Take the kids out and always have fun.”
Joe Savoie bought the rights to the show last year from Greg Turner, who started the event 40 years ago.
Savoie says for now, he’s taking an 'if it isn't broke, don't fix it’ approach to running the popular show.
“I think we all have our own style, our own flair,” he said. “Greg has done an amazing job. Anything that lasts for over 40 years really it's just a question of staying with the program.”
Cars from across Canada and the United States were on display, with some built in the Maritimes.
Chelsley Willingston admired the Bricklin since they were built in the mid-70s. He finally purchased his dream car three years ago, and now owns one of about 1,500 Bricklins still on the road.
“It was a New Brunswick car and I thought it was good for our economy at the time, and I liked the look of the car. It kind of had the Corvette look.
The show draws vintage cars, race cars, motorcycles and trucks. It also showcases what's new in making some of them stand out from the rest.
In previous years, the Moncton Wildcats have had to move its playoff games because the car show had the building booked, but this year the car show decided to accommodate the team during their post-season run.
Workers started transforming the main arena from a hockey venue to a car show around 12 a.m. Friday and finished at 9 a.m., one hour before the doors opened to the public.
“It was work, but they're in a playoff race,” said Savoie. “Whatever we can do to help. We're glad they won.”
With files from CTV Atlantic’s Jonathan MacInnis.
