The Antique Automobile Club of America

Posted by Classic Car Expert on Nov 02, 2009

The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) is dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of classic cars and other vehicles, such as race cars, fire vehicles, trucks, motorcycles, and electric bicycles. The club also takes interest in automobile power sources such as steam, electricity, gasoline, and diesel.

The AACA was established by Frank Abramson and Theodore Fiala in the year 1935. It was the only antique automobile club in the US at that time, and it had an initial membership of 14 automobile enthusiasts. Throughout the years, the club has organized numerous events to promote interest in automobiles, including cross country trips, auto shows, tours, and seminars. It also published a magazine called the Antique Automobile.

Club membership had increased from 850 in 1948 to more than 50,000 in 1985, and it continues to grow in the following years. Today, the AACA has achieved the distinction of being the largest antique automobile club in the world, and it has more than 400 regional divisions and chapters in all the 50 US states as well as a number of foreign countries.

To participate in the events and discussions that are organized by the Antique Automobile Club of America, you can sign up for membership at the AACA official website.

The Classic Car Club

Posted by Classic Car Expert on Jul 01, 2009

The Classic Car Club is a worldwide club that is dedicated to the collection and appreciation of classic cars around the world. It has a number of local clubs in the US, UK, and Europe, and it provides a place for classic car enthusiasts to meet and share their interest in classic cars, as well as get behind the wheels of some of the most amazing cars in the world.

The first Classic Car Club was established in London, England in 1995. At that time, it was the only classic car club that allowed its members to drive its cars. Most of the local divisions of the Classic Car Club have a wide selection of stylish and high-performance automobiles for members to choose from, including vintage cars, muscle cars, and modern supercars. Besides offering its members the ultimate driving experience, Classic Car Club also organizes exciting events to promote the appreciation of classic cars. These include parties at the local clubs, weekend rallies, and road trips.

There are several Classic Car Club locations in the US. The first club was opened in Manhattan, New York, and this was followed by the launching of clubs in Miami, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Plans are being made for more Classic Car Clubs to be opened in other cities in the US. Classic Car Club locations have lounges that are open 24 hours a day, and members can make use of the entertainment system, bar, and other amenities that are provided in the lounges. Those who are interested in becoming a member of the Classic Car Club can apply online or at a local club.

The Classic Car Club of America

Posted by Classic Car Expert on Jun 17, 2009

The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) is a club that promotes appreciation of classic cars in the US as well as other parts of the world. Whether you are a classic car owner or just an enthusiast, you will have a lot to gain by becoming a member of the CCCA.

The CCCA was established in the year 1952 with only 20 members. By the end of its first year, the membership of the club had risen to 212. The following year, CCCA published the first volume of its Classic Car magazine and held its first car show, The Grand Classic, at New Jersey’s Washington’s Crossing State Park. In the same year, the club also organized a tour called the CARavan, which traveled half way across the country from the East Coast to the city of Detroit. The CCCA continued to grow in the coming years, and its membership reached 2500 in the year 1960. Today, there are more than 5600 CCCA members around the world.

Other than organizing events and publishing magazines to encourage the collection and appreciation of classic cars, the CCCA also has its own museum. The Gilmore Car Museum, which is situated in Hickory Corners, Michigan, has an impressive collection of 130 antique and classic cars. The cars are displayed in 8 barns that have great historical significance.

Presently, the Classic Car Club of America is regarded as one of the most important classic car clubs in the world. The headquarters of the club is located in Des Plaines, Illinois, but there are many local CCCA divisions in various parts of the world. If you want to join a local CCCA region, you can do so at the club’s official website.