2010 Rondex Rodarama

Everyone says they drive their hot rod/special interest vehicle, but no one drives it in late April. So when the Manitoba Street Rod Association wanted to have a “locals only” car show to compete with the annual World of Wheels, they went to Transcona, and took over the biggest skating rink they could find. Hockey moms be damned….

More coverage of the Rondex Rodarama after the jump.

Chris Baker brought down his ’34 Ford pickup, done in a traditional rat-rod style. We’re guessing the door patina is original, as the signage doesn’t have the name of a non-existent speed shop on the side. Actually, it’s more of a blob-but at least it’s an honest blob.

This orange sedan delivery’s panels were decked out for its first day on the job at the family business. Although actually using the truck to install a new toilet could be considered a sacrilege, the truck is still a great advertisement.

Aside from the gorgeous creations that could actually be driven in the arena, there were lots of unfinished works as well. Take for example this gorgeous black 1st-generation Camaro. It’s only in primer, and lacks basic conveniences like a steering wheel, but it’ll be hell on wheels when it’s done.

Speaking of unfinished rides, Ken Kafka’s 1935 Chevy wandered in front of our lenses for a second time, the first being at the 2009 Roadkill Rod Up. It’s now a little closer to being “done” (ie, ready to hit the road), with a bright yellow engine and a finished vinyl roof. We’re going to keep an eye out for Ken’s ride to see just how he rolls with this ‘ol Chevrolet.

Paul Williamson of Willy’s Garage fame finally debuted the finished Chickenmobile. Originally a promotional vehicle for Chicken Delight restaurants, the beast of a car (originally a 1958 Ford Thunnderbird) was converted into this wacky, tacky machine to bring deep-fried happiness to the masses. For the full story, check out Willy’s Garage in the Winnipeg Free Press.

Here’s something you won’t see at most car shows: A 1929 Hupmobile. This gorgeous specimen is the property of Gerry Tellier, who probably doesn’t drive it too often. Given it’s rarity, we forgive you, Gerry. Well, as long as you don’t drive a Honda, that is.

If Batman wanted to reduce his “carbon footprint,” the Lucky Devils Car Club has just the thing. The annual display of antique pedal cars is becoming an annual fixture at the show, with toys ranging from the ’50s to the ’90s.

Sometimes simple is good. This little coupe has simple paint, simple wheels, simple lines, and a simple set of fenders to keep Johnny Law off his back. It’s not fancy, it’s just simply nice.

We’ve run a full feature on Clarence Zabolotny’s 1950 Mercury before, but we wanted to look at it again.

Jim Hunter brought down his classy ’34 Chevrolet coupe at this year’s show. He kinda had to-it was one of the poster cars. The tastefully finished car took thousands of hours of work, mainly due to the body’s original metal-on-wood construction. The body is now 100% steel, perfect for cruise nights and termite attacks.

I’ve never seen a pinstriped ’56 Chevy-or oldskool pinstriping on any shoebox Chevy for that matter, but I kinda like it.

Paul Roy is like Chuck Norris-he doesn’t wait, he builds. And when he wanted a new roadster pickup, he didn’t wait for the SSR to come back, he built his own. This 1952 Chevy drop-top actually has a removeable hard top, which fits neatly in the truck box.

That’s it for now, but come on back for our “Daily Rodding” feature, brought to you every weekday. And if that’s not enough, come on over to the official SundayCruiseFever.com facebook group. You can see more of our pictures, check out other people’s pictures, and even get a chance to preview our next book, “Class of 2010.” Best of all, it’s free! Come on down and check it out today!

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