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Pharoahs Car Club of South Jersey Cruise

Some clubs have been in existence for many years. They have withstood the test of time and continue to devote their energies to preserving the fun of enjoying special cars. A large organization that is nation/international is the Pharoahs Car Club. One of the many chapters of the club is based in the southern New Jersey area. These members decided to have an old-fashioned cruise by spreading the word to meet and show up for a few hours of cruising fun. The cruise was held at the Pep Boys Auto center parking lot in Glassboro, N.J.

The event was open to all cruisers and featured trucks, rat rods, street rods and customs. Check out the Pharoahs club site on Facebook for more club and chapter information.

— Text by Ben Notaro, Photos by Robert Sliwecki

with South Jersey Classics

The season opener for the South Jersey Classics Cars and Coffee events started with a crowd that not only filled the business facility parking area, it spilled into the street. Cruisers came out to a cool morning that was filled with the aroma of hot coffee, fresh donuts and even Mr. Softee treats. All of this and a great spirit of cruising camaraderie -- all compliments of Shawn Wark and Ed Van Hee, proprietors of this cool classic car emporium.

There were rides of all makes and persuasions and that is a sure indicator of the fun that will greet the cruisers in the 2022 season. All this fun set the pace for another “endless summer” of cruising fun.

By the way, if you are looking to purchase a cruiser check out SJ Classics at www.SJClassics.com

— Text and Photos by Ben Notaro

SPRING KICKOFF CAR SHOW

The South Jersey Mopar Connection Car Club recently welcomed spring and their 2022 event season with a car show at Chickie’s and Pete’s Sports Bar in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. There were 160 car owners who came out to have a fine meal, great seafood and a most enjoyable car show.

The Mopar team does not stop at Chickie’s and Pete’s with just a car show. They have a full season of cruises ready to go for the car guys and gals to enjoy. Check out their season scheduleon social media and in Cruising Magazine.

Henri’s Motown Classic Showdown

Combine the flavor and aroma of barbecue cooking at its finest and throw in a gathering for cool cars and motorcycles and you have the perfect menu for a successful show. Henri’s Hotts Barbeque is located in Folsom, N.J., and they recently staged their inaugural Henri’s Motown Classic Showdown. The event was not just an event for fun rides and great food, it was also a tribute to Douglas Henri, Sr.

Henri, Sr. was a gentleman who had a passion for barbecue, Motown music, Mopars and Cadillacs. What a great way to pay tribute to him by featuring this combination in a car show. This will now be a week-afterEaster tradition and a special place to enjoy the beginning of spring. Partial proceeds went to the Wounded Warrior organization

— Text by Ben Notaro, Photos by Robert Sliwecki

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Monday in Mantua Car Cruise

Mondays open the work week for many and after a hard day at work, it’s good to have a place to unwind. If you live near Mantua, N.J., you just hop into your ride and head out to the Toll House Plaza for their Monday night cruises.

This inaugural event saw 60 rides come to relax on a weekday opener. The nice thing with hosting a cruise at a plaza is the selection of stores — from pizzerias to retail shopping. The Mantua Car Cruise will continue on Mondays into October, with start time at 6 p.m. It’s a great way to start the week.

The Back Road Cruisers Car Club is a chapter of the Vintage Motor Car Club of During the off season of car activities, cruisers usually look for something America. Their philosophy is to enjoy and drive vintage vehicles. The club has a automotive to keep the “juices” flowing. A few cruisers got together and made an strong sense of motoring, like it was “back in the day.” That is, preferring back roads appointment to go for a tour of a professional restoration facility. They agreed that to highways. This, along with family and friends, helps one enjoy their ride in a less watching a show-quality ride being constructed and being able to ask the proprietor hectic environment. questions can be a very motivating thing. Having said this, The Back Road Cruisers stage their season cruises at the quaint Enter Tom Rightler who is the owner/operator of Mid-Atlantic Muscle Cars located town called Mullica Hill in the heart of the southern part of New Jersey. Their cruises in Bridgeton, NJ. Rightler is no stranger to restoring muscle cars and has animpressive draw participants from near and far to come out and show their rides. Their first list of clients and accomplishments. It’s also safe to say his passion for the Chevelle cruise of the season saw summer-like weather, which only enhanced the evening. served as special inspiration.

While at his shop, one guest (Jim Solomon) presented Rightler with his watercolor artwork depicting Rightler’s reconstructed General Lee. A walk-through had guests — Text by Ben Notaro checking out an area that had an original contemporary Shelby Cobra frame ready Photos by Bob Sliweckifor the body (as well as related parts) and assembly to be completed.

Visiting a shop that specializes in classic and specialty rides is a great way keep the spirit alive and get to see another side of our hobby. Check out Mid-Atlantic Muscle Cars at midatlanticmusclecar.com

— Text and Photos by Ben Notaro

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Nostalgia Knights Cruise

Nostalgia Knights Classic Car Club started their 2022 cruises on a weather perfect evening. They have hosted their Friday evening cruises at Rack’s Pub and restaurant for many years and if the first cruise of the season is an indication of the things to come, this third Friday event is a “go-to” activity.

Like all of their cruises, the Knights have dedicated their energies where all donations are gratefully accepted and will be given to the Vineland Veterans’ Memorial Home. Racks Pub is located in Williamstown, N.J.

— Text by Ben Notaro, Photos by Robert Sliwecki