Bailey car show

Jun 29, 2012
Jun 29, 2012
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Not many of the carefully restored vehicles at the Bailey Car Show allow “hands on” experiences. Larry Frakes, a Bailey resident, encouraged parents to bring their youngsters up to sit on the seat of this immaculately restored 1946 Model H John Deere tractor. In the seat is Dillon Marschel with his father, Cary Marschel, looking on. Moments after this photo was taken, Frakes started up the tractor for the crowd of onlookers to hear the two-cylinder engine come to life. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

Particularly for a first-time event, the Bailey Car Show was successful in drawing an eager crowd of car enthusiasts. The day was hot, and many of the 55 cars entered were “hotted up” for the street. Cars ranged from “street rods” to beautifully restored classics. Polished to a gleaming sparkle inside and out, many of the engines on display might have been suitable for recreation room table decorations. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

It is not often that one can see a restored 1948 Buick Roadmaster. This one is correct in every detail down to the “straight 8” engine. Looking into the engine compartment, one sees that there is no power steering pump. People who drove these monsters didn’t need a fitness club membership. This car is correct down to the rear wheel fender skirts and curb feelers. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

One of the crowd favorites was the big 1948 Ford F-5 truck in John Deere colors carrying a 1947 John Deere tractor. The largest crowd of onlookers clustered around when owner Larry Frakes, a Bailey resident, fired up the tractor’s two-cylinder engine. Frakes has been collecting and restoring vehicles for a hobby. He also brought a restored E-type Jaguar to the show. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

Pushing the limits of attention to detail, this 1953 Willys (the grandparent of the modern Jeep) is decorated inside and out with flames and pin striping. This one might be more likely found at a drag strip and on a mountain back road. That’s a supercharger that sticks through the hole in the hood. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

The view looking west on Main Street in Bailey reveals a wide selection of show-quality cars and trucks. In the foreground is a 1979 Corvette backed up by a 1997 Corvette, a 1964 Corvair, and a 1950 Chevrolet pickup. The street was a festival of automotive eye candy. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)

“His” and “Hers” Corvettes are probably a rare sight. Only 1,100 of these specially painted and outfitted sports cars were made to commemorate the running of the 82nd Indianapolis 500 race on May 24, 1998. Millie Cadam, of Conifer, drives the 1998 Corvette seen here with the convertible top up. Husband John drives the one with the top down. Hers has the automatic transmission and his has a 5-speed stick shift. (Photo by Mike Quaintance/The Flume)