Lookin’ good in The Cruz
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You can relive those days for real as Sunset Classic Chevys hosts Cruz the Coos in downtown Coos Bay and the Shore Acres Show ‘n’ Shine at Shore Acres State Park.
Cars will begin arriving Friday, Sept. 17, at The Mill Casino in North Bend, where participants will sign in for the Cruz. A maximum 500 vehicles will be accepted, all of which must be 1975 models or older and be insured, street-legal and driven by a licensed driver.
If you meet those qualifications and want to join the fun, registration will last until 3 p.m. that Friday.
Beach party, poker run
Later there’ll be a beach party at Sunset Bay State Park for preregistered three-day participants.
On Saturday morning, the Coos Bay Chapter of the Harley Owners Group will host a poker run. It leaves The Mill Casino at 9 a.m. and concludes at noon.
Odds are there will be enough cool cars and bikes at the start to satisfy even the most severe chrome addiction.
At 5 p.m. Saturday, participants will start lining up for the highlight of the weekend. The Cruz was originally for American muscle cars, but since then it’s been opened to include classic and vintage American cars and trucks.
Last year, more than 400 cars took part in the Cruz, which winds its way through downtown Coos Bay along a route closed off to other traffic.
Vroom-vroom
Come early, pick out a spot, and set up your lawn chairs and coolers. The Cruz is a family-oriented event that gives everyone a chance to see every car several times.
Cars will start circulating at 6 p.m. and end at approximately 8 p.m. K-DOCK (92.9 FM) will broadcast live, and cars will win prizes during the evening. Also on hand will be the NAPA truck with several Orange County Choppers motorcycles on display, and a Ford F-10 pick-up built by master car customizer Chip Foose.
Next: Show ‘n’ Shine
Sunday morning, Cruzers will drive to Shore Acres State Park for the Show ‘n’ Shine. You’ll never find a better opportunity to see these beautiful cars up close and talk to their owners.
Last year, more than 200 cars were entered. The Show ‘n’ Shine runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and trophies will be awarded at 2:30.
Cruz the Coos takes place over Bay Area Fun Festival weekend, so not only can you watch an endless stream of beautiful cars, you can watch the Prefontaine Memorial Run, enjoy live entertainment, shop for arts and crafts, and sample local food, beer, and wines.
For more information about Cruz the Coos, contact Ron Johnson, 541-297-4300; Darrell King, 541-888-3663; or visit www.sunsetclassicchevys.com.
By Jerry Smith
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