Classic Car Show

Florida is probably second only to California when it come to classic auto shows. Here in Brandon, FL is no different as the First Baptist Church of Brandon sponsored their annual Classic Car Show and Family Fun Fest this weekend. I went wild with my camera with these classic and antique beauties. Here's some of the pictures that I took that should bring back memories to many.

This front end belongs to a 1937 Ford Fordor.

These two pictures are of a 1965 Ford Mustang owned by Marshall and Pam Harrington.

1964 Chevrolet Corvair Convertible owned by Arjay and Elayne Morgan.

A classic 1967 Pontiac GTO owned by David and Debra Ware of Plant City, FL.

A British classic 1979 MG Midget owned by Hair By Angelo.

Here's a 1955 Ford Crown Victoria owned by Roland and Jean Ahearn.

How about this 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Hardtop Convertible owned by Tom and Diana Boyer.

A 1955 Chevrolet BelAir Convertible owned by Paul Sholar.

A 1971 Chevelle Malibu owned by the Pucciarelli family that they bought new for $3728.24.

1963 Chevrolet Impala Convertible.

Here's a classic 1959 Studebaker Lark Regal owned by Jan Coppi.

1960 Chevrolet Impala 2 Door Hardtop owned by Ted Freman.

3 deuces on a 283 cid. Is that the sound of money I hear at the gas pump?

MOPAR was represented here with this beautiful 1966 Plymouth Barracuda owned by Bill Witt.

Here's a fine example of a Hotrod built from a 1930 Ford 5 Window Coupe owned by Bill Johnson.

Another 1930 Ford 5 Window Coupe owned by Bill and Linda Goodrich.

What's a car show without all the classic 1955, 1956 and 1957 Chevys.

Here's a roadster built from a 1928 Ford Pickup owned by Gary and Moni Turley.

There's that sound of gas being sucked up again.

Another MOPAR beauty is this 1952 Chrysler New Yorker Convertible owned by Norman Coe.

This brings back memories of the hotrods built back in the 1950's.

A beautiful antique 1927 Essex Bobtail owned by Rose Taylor. Her family bought it in 1929.

For you pickup buffs here's a beautiful rare one for you.

A 1946 Hudson Pickup owned by Roy Marks.
Only 1500 of these were made that year.

The Schooner "Ellida"

The Schooner "Ellida" is an 80 foot John Alden designed schooner built in 1922. The owners and crew sails her down from Newfane, New York to the Caribbeans just before winter sets in and then sails her back up to Lake Ontario just before hurricane season. The owners charters her for day cruises, sunset cruises, and excursion cruises.

Sailing on a classic schooner like Ellida is becoming a very rare opportunity for many people.


Becoming part of history by sailing and cruising in safety and comfort on board the beautiful and historic wooden schooner Ellida. This wonderful windjammer comfortably sleeps ten passengers plus crew in five guest staterooms.





In the Castine Classic Yacht Race, Schooner Ellida is tacking toward the finish line off Curtis Island, Camden.



Last evening Barbie and I went for a sunset cruise aboard the Ellida on Tampa Bay offshore from St. Petersburg. We both had a wonderful time.

While in Florida the Ellida berths at the Dolphin docks near the St. Petersburg Pier.

Ken poses for Barbie before we set sail.

Barbie as we sail past the St. Petersburg Pier.

Barbie enjoying the balmy breezes as she watches for dolphins.

At last Capt. Ken takes the helm as we sail off into the sunset.

The city of St. Petersburg, Florida at sunset.

UPDATE: Captain Pete Peterson crewed on the Ellida for many years and has shared the link to his web site for more pictures of the Ellida at www.captainpete48.com/mainetonovascotia.htmwww.captainpete48.com/mainetonovascotia.htm

The Pier at St. Petersburg, FL

The landmark Pier in the heart of St. Petersburg is a unique piece of Florida architecture that offers visitors a chance to experience the waterfront along Tampa Bay. Located at the end of a mile-long approach, this five-story inverted pyramid features shops, restaurants, its own aquarium, live music and even boat docks.

The Treasure Seeker

A trip to the repair shop & a new truck

I took the OWFISH in yesterday to Cummins of Tampa for routine preventive maintenance; oil, oil filter and fuel filter change on the engine and on the generator. I also had to replace the dash air conditioning system's compressor and drier. Final bill: $1233.80. Barbie and I also picked up our new (to us) 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4x4. When we leave from here I'll pull our old Ford Ranger behind the motorhome and Barbie will drive the Dakota. We will first have to head to Oklahoma to register the Dakota and renew the tags on our other vehicles.

Our new (2005) Dakota