Rod and Custom Car Show

For the 47th consecutive year, the KCRG TV9 Presents the O’Reilly Auto Parts Rod & Custom Car Show brightens up the Midwest winter with an impressive lineup of vintage and custom vehicles Feb. 27-28 in Monticello, IA. The family friendly show will feature a new selection, including some never-seen-before street rods, custom cars, street machines, hot pickups, race cars and custom motorcycles.



Featured celebrity this year will be popular TV star Erik Estrada, “Ponch,” from the hit series “CHiPs” which ran on NBC from 1977 to 1983. Prior to his breakout television success, the popular actor had a number of film roles. In more recent years, he appeared in reality television shows and infomercials and was featured in the touring company of “Grease.” He’s also stepped behind the camera to direct a number of independent films. He is married and lives in California.



This affordable winter family fun event once again will be held at the Monticello Berndes Center, 766 North Maple Street in Monticello, only 35 miles from Cedar Rapids or Dubuque on U.S. Highway 151.



Official entries compete for cash awards from Citizens State Bank and Hupy and Abraham trophies. As is the custom, spectators will have a hand in voting the Peoples’ Choice Awards for cars/pickups, motorcycles and model cars. There also will be door prizes including gift cards from O’Reilly Auto Parts, Hupy and Abraham and Citizens State Bank.



Added attractions:

·       3-D Sound Company DJ Dave Palmer will provide music and commentary and serve as awards MC for the 17th consecutive year;



·       Caricature artist David Fliss, of Flissart Entertainment, will provide free portraits for attendees;



·       Mark Garvey, “Papa Balloon,” will delight the kids with his unique creations;



·       The 301st Annual Model Car Contest will award trophies and model kits in four categories.



Erik Estrada will be available for autographs and photos Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.



Show hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Awards presentation is set for 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paid adult. Get $1 off by bringing a can of food to benefit Four Oaks family programs. Parking is free.



For more information visit www.rodandcustomcarshow.com or phone (319) 465-5119. Show weekend phone is (319) 465-6640.