I thought this was a GREAT show. The setting was super. Country Heritage Park - their mission - "to preserve the history of rural life and agriculture in Ontario and to show its evolution - past, present & future through public events and education programs. Lots to see for the whole family.
Check their web site -- www.countryheritagepark.com
As for the show, unfortunately the weather man saw fit to bring some morning showers which I am sure stopped a number of cars from showing up, but as Steve said, there were over 300 that did show. This was the first annual and I know the Ford Collectors Club learned a lot and it will be bigger and better next year. A must see for all the Blue Oval guys.

Great pics ,thanks for sharing

427CARL wrote:

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Thank you for the photos   they were better than being there   lol  

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 You're quite welcome Carl! As far as "better than being there", No way! Just merely a suitable alternative - the best part about a great car show isn't shown on film. It's the camaraderie with the like minded individuals, talking cars, comparing builds, getting ideas for future builds etc.... 

Lol! Yeah, I was all alone, but I snagged a premium spot right in front of the vintage Ford dealership! Cool building!!!

 

....But seriously, I felt very welcome and mixed in with lots of great Fords, Lincolns and other Mercurys! This was my real parking spot.

There were actually three (!) '67 Cougars, one '69 Convertible, and  two '70 Convertibles, but no '68s.

I suspect next year there will be a separate category for all the Mercs and maybe the Lincolns too

I didn't realize it was $20 to park up there and snap a few pics! Nobody even asked me for any money, although there was a young lady with a nice Canon camera snapping pics right along with me. Ooops, my bad!

Hopefully next year won't have the threat of rain of this year's show and will draw some more quality cars to view. It's a great setting for a show and quite roomy! It should grow into a must attend event in the years to come!

-- Edited by Fordy Acres Car Farm on Wednesday 26th of June 2013 08:53:36 AM

Homer wrote:

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Thanks Steve great pictures.

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 Thanks for checkin' 'em out Homer! Happy to share for those that couldn't make it!

Yeah i was there, had a great time too even if the weather was kinda crap. I usually don't hang around my car too long as i really want to look at everyone's rides plus i had my 12 year old son with me and he was all wound up to look at the cars and buildings. Can't wait till next years show. Great pictures by the way.

Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:

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Finally got over 300 photos loaded to the "Mother Site"!!! Here's a few teasers and a link to enjoy the rest!:

This is my old truck, a '95 Bronco that I imported from Florida! As rust free as they come - I sure miss the ol' girl, she was a great work horse!

I was pretty sweet on this '70 Short Box:

John was there, we talked again - super nice guy!!!:

Comrick317 was there, didn't see anyone near the car though.:

Of course I was there too!:

A ton of original antiques represented near the nostalgic Ford Dealership building:

My favorite shot - like a time warp!:

And a very nice hot rod or two showed up too!:

 

There are over 300 to see!!! Enjoy the rest here:  http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/roaddawg/vehicles/91873

 

-- Edited by Fordy Acres Car Farm on Tuesday 25th of June 2013 01:24:18 PM

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Just looking through this issue of Old Auto's. Nice write up and excellant pics used. They even used a car pic from somebody that was wondering if he get in the gate........ wonder who that was????? LOL


Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:

Sounds good! I wonder if they'd let a Mercury in the gate? It's got a Ford engine, transmission, axle, and suspension parts.


Nice job Fordy!!!

Ziggy wrote:

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Just looking through this issue of Old Auto's. Nice write up and excellant pics used. They even used a car pic from somebody that was wondering if he get in the gate........ wonder who that was????? LOL


Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:

Sounds good! I wonder if they'd let a Mercury in the gate? It's got a Ford engine, transmission, axle, and suspension parts.


Nice job Fordy!!!

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 I just got an E-mail from one of the event organizers and the author of the 'Old Autos' article and while I haven't seen the issue yet he said all of the pics they used from the event are my own - now I can't wait to see the coverage from 'Heritage Park'! Where can I buy a copy without a subscription? Most variety stores don't have them....'Chapters' maybe? I might "Buy 5 copies for my Mother...." Lol!

That looks like an awesome spot for a car show !! I always like those Cougars. I remember we had one when I was a kid, but the darn think broke in two right at the firewall from rust. 67 and 68 were great looking, but they ruined it in 69 IMO.