{"id":10578,"date":"2010-06-19T23:59:03","date_gmt":"2010-06-20T06:59:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/?p=10578"},"modified":"2010-06-21T00:02:09","modified_gmt":"2010-06-21T07:02:09","slug":"standing-out-at-la-roadster-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/","title":{"rendered":"Standing Out At LA Roadster Show"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mr_social_sharing_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Social Sharing Toolkit v2.2 --><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myrideisme.com%2FBlog%2Fstanding-out-at-la-roadster-show%2F&amp;media=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.myrideisme.com%2FBlog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2010%2F06%2FLA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview.JPG&amp;description=Standing+Out+At+LA+Roadster+Show\" class=\"pin-it-button\" count-layout=\"none\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img border=\"0\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/images\/PinExt.png\" title=\"Pin It\" \/><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><fb:share-button type=\"button_count\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\"><\/fb:share-button><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share\" class=\"twitter-share-button\" data-count=\"horizontal\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" data-via=\"myrideisme\" data-text=\"Standing Out At LA Roadster Show\"><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><div class=\"g-plusone\" data-size=\"medium\" data-annotation=\"none\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\"><\/div><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a class=\"mr_social_share_email\" href=\"mailto:?subject=Standing Out At LA Roadster Show&amp;body=https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-sharing-toolkit\/images\/icons_small\/email.png\" class=\"nopin\" alt=\"Email\" title=\"Email\"\/><span class=\"mr_small_icon\">Email<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"linksalpha_button linksalpha_link\" href=\"\/\/www.linksalpha.com\/social\/mobile\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" data-text=\"Standing Out At LA Roadster Show\" data-desc=\"Today marked the start of the 46th Annual LA Roadster Show held at the fairgrounds in Pomona, California. As the name implies, this is a show focused on roadsters. Roadsters aren\u2019t the only thing to see though. In fact last year, I was so busy checking out the informal car show that happens in the\" data-image=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview.JPG\" data-button=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img src=\"\/\/www.linksalpha.com\/images\/social_share_button.png\" alt=\"Share\" class=\"linksalpha_image\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/www.linksalpha.com\/scripts\/loader_iconbox.js?v=2.4\"><\/script><\/span><\/div><p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10580\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"LA Roadster Show 2010 Birds Eye View\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview.JPG 3552w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview-150x78.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-overview-400x209.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3552px) 100vw, 3552px\" \/><\/a>Today marked the start of the 46<sup>th<\/sup> Annual LA Roadster Show held at the fairgrounds in Pomona, California. As the name implies, this is a show focused on roadsters. Roadsters aren\u2019t the only thing to see though. In fact last year, I was so busy checking out the informal car show that happens in the \u201cpreferred parking\u201d area that I didn\u2019t even make it over to look at any roadsters! This year I decided to remedy that and take a good look at all those purdy roadsters.<\/p>\n<p>As I walked through row after row of pristine roadster my head started to spin! Rather than continuing on with glazed-over eyes I decided to try and learn a little, recognize roadster differences, and figure out which I like the best.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s there to learn about a roadster? Tons! First, how about a definition of what makes a roadster a roadster? Most know one when they see one, but could they define it? Then you\u2019ve got Highboys, Model A\u2019s, T-Buckets\u2026 what are the differences? I know I\u2019m not the only one who\u2019s unsure about these distinctions. I learned a ton today (thanks Donnie and Chuck) but still have to track down some of the LA Roadster Club members to steer me straight on these differences tomorrow. Be on the lookout for that article in the next couple of days!<\/p>\n<p>As I was learning, I was also noticing what I did and did not like on roadsters. Here\u2019s what I found\u2026<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10579\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"2010 LA Roadster Show Green 1932\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32.JPG 1024w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/2010-LA-Roadster-Show-Green-32-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>A roadster is a driving-mans (or woman\u2019s) car\u2026 so it should have good motor. Not only did I like the looks of this one \u2013 from the color choice to the tires to the metal-paneled interior \u2013 but it had an impressive engine also.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10581\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"Hot Rod Roadster at LA Roadster Show\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show.JPG 1024w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/Hot-Rod-Roadster-at-LA-Roadster-Show-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>Some roadsters are too modern for my likes and others too antique. This \u201932 Ford was hot rodded in the fifties and remains nearly untouched since then. I like it!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10582\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"LA Roadster Show 1933 Ford\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford.JPG 1024w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-1933-Ford-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>Of all my choices, this is the only one that <strong><em>isn\u2019t<\/em><\/strong> a 1932 and that <strong><em>does<\/em><\/strong> have fenders on! This 1933 Ford almost screams both fun and elegance! Can\u2019t you picture driving it up the California coast?<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10583\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"46th LA Roadster Show 1932\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932.JPG 1024w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/46th-LA-Roadster-Show-1932-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>This one\u2019s stance must\u2019ve been a good foot above all the rest. It looks ready to have fun out on the road, in a show, or on the flats!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"highslide\" onclick=\"return vz.expand(this)\" href=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32.JPG\" rel=\"lightbox[10578]\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10584\" style=\"border: 2px solid black; margin: 4px;\" title=\"LA Roadster Show 2010 Blue 32\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32.JPG\" alt=\"hot rods, pomona, LA, Roadsters, custom cars, swap\" width=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32.JPG 1024w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/06\/LA-Roadster-Show-2010-Blue-32-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>Classic done right. Enough said!<\/p>\n<p>So these are some of the one\u2019s that<strong><em> I<\/em><\/strong> like \u2013 what qualities make a good roadster to <strong><em>YOU<\/em><\/strong>!?!? Leave a comment and let us know!<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s still another day of the LA Roadster Show!!! Make sure you check back and see what else Craig, Swanee, and I run into!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"mr_social_sharing_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Social Sharing Toolkit v2.2 --><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.myrideisme.com%2FBlog%2Fstanding-out-at-la-roadster-show%2F&amp;media=&amp;description=Standing+Out+At+LA+Roadster+Show\" class=\"pin-it-button\" count-layout=\"none\"><img border=\"0\" src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/images\/PinExt.png\" title=\"Pin It\" \/><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><fb:share-button type=\"button_count\" href=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\"><\/fb:share-button><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share\" class=\"twitter-share-button\" data-count=\"horizontal\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" data-via=\"myrideisme\" data-text=\"Standing Out At LA Roadster Show\"><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><div class=\"g-plusone\" data-size=\"medium\" data-annotation=\"none\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\"><\/div><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a class=\"mr_social_share_email\" href=\"mailto:?subject=Standing Out At LA Roadster Show&amp;body=https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-sharing-toolkit\/images\/icons_small\/email.png\" class=\"nopin\" alt=\"Email\" title=\"Email\"\/><span class=\"mr_small_icon\">Email<\/span><\/a><\/a><\/span><span class=\"mr_social_sharing\"><a rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"linksalpha_button linksalpha_link\" href=\"\/\/www.linksalpha.com\/social\/mobile\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.myrideisme.com\/Blog\/standing-out-at-la-roadster-show\/\" data-text=\"Standing Out At LA Roadster Show\" data-desc=\"Today marked the start of the 46th Annual LA Roadster Show held at the fairgrounds in Pomona, California. 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