Car enthusiasts will cruise to the hospital as both a show of support for front-line workers and also a fundraiser in the COVID-19 fight.
Cars 4 COVID is happening Saturday, April 18, in four locations in B.C., including Nanaimo.
So there is nothing happening with the traditional Car Show events so far this year with the COVID crisis. But there are some cruise for support events cropping up. I would think some other events could also pop up as long as social distancing can be maintained, probably with people staying in their cars. A cruise is ideal for this situation. So as these events are created, how do we find out about them? Well, we created the VIHR Cruise Schedule. If you are planning an event, or know about an event, be sure to let me know at admin@vihr.ca and I’ll be sure to get it posted. Not sure if this will take off, but let’s see how far it goes.
The Victoria Auto Racing Hall of Fame began with a couple of racers discussing historical information and spawning the idea of recognizing the many past personalities from Vancouver Island and their racing histories. The initial meeting was held on June 19, 1984 at the Rockett residence. Attending were (L-R) Ross Rockett, Bill Smith, Ted MacKenzie, Frank Kitto and Norm Wilcox, with Barrie Goodwin photographing the moment.
From this early beginning, the Victoria Auto Racing Hall of Fame was formed, the first of its kind in Canada solely dedicated to the sport of Auto Racing. The Hall of Fame has continued to grow and eventually moved into the Museum Facility adjacent to Western Speedway in 1991. The major Induction Ceremonies and Racer’s Reunion are held each February (on the weekend following the Daytona 500 race). The Hall of Fame also holds the annual Jim Haslam Memorial HOF race. A different class of car is chosen each year to compete for this coveted award.
Visit their site to find out more…..
We are happy to announce Linwood Custom Restoration as a new Site Sponsor.
They are a Restoration/hot rod/custom shop that specializes in start to finish turn key builds. They offer full fabrication, paint, body, glass, upholstery, electrical and everything you can imagine. Be sure to contact them if you need help with the build of your Hot Rod.
Thank you for your support of our site and what we do.
Kudos to Jason for rewarding his employees. Thanks also to Jason for hosting all us Hot Rodders every Thursday during the summer.
New for 2020 are decals and magnets. We will be selling the decals for $4 and the magnets for $6. All proceeds will go to the operating expense of vihr.ca. Catch up with Dan or Lyndon at an event this summer to get yours. If you can’t wait that long, you can contact one of us and pick up in Nanaimo.
Dan (dan@vihr.ca)
Lyndon (admin@vihr.ca)
78 Camaro. 406 Dart small block built by Ken Sihota. Dynoed at 620 hp. Previous owner built the car for the strip, has a full cage and interior is missing a head liner. Could use some new interior door panels. Plumbed for nitrous but I never felt the need. I never raced it and only the occasional burn out. Previous owner ran a high 10 with it at Mission. Frequent oil changes and the valves have never come out of adjustment in 3 years. Hydraulic rollers. Turbo 400. 3500 stall. B&M shifter with line loc. 10.5 /1. Bullet custom cam 4:11 in a 12 bolt
Car in heated storage in Victoria.
Asking 25k.
Contact Steve at ladikast@yahoo.com
We would like to welcome a new sponsor for the 2020 season, Dave Sampson of Oceanside Auto Appraisers.
I as well as many acquaintances have had our vehicles appraised by Dave. He has been hard at work here on Vancouver Island for the past 15 years. For Dave, it is all about the cars. If you need an appraisal for insurance, purchase or what ever you require, be sure to talk to Dave.
The 3rd Annual Romeo St. Jacques Memorial Classic Cars on the Green will return July 25, 2020. Full event info here.
Some more nostalgia Courtesy of Dyan Lover and Serge Noel.
