28th Street Metro Cruise

Email: info@28thstreetmetrocruise.com | Tel: 616-531-5990

Celebrating West Michigan's 100-Year-Old Love Affair with
the Automobile!

28th Street Grand Rapids, MI  |  August 24 - 25, 2012

News

Judged Car Show

updated 06-27-2011

Download a Car Show Entry Form


A Judged Car Show sponsored by Meijer will be held on Saturday August 27, 2011 at the Sears Auto Center, 28th Street SE in Kentwood near Woodland Mall. Any individual that has restored, modified or has a car they would like to enter would be eligible to pre-register.

- Pre registration for all automobiles will be necessary to enter.   
- Approximately 150 - 180 automobiles will be on display
- Judging will take place from 10am - 1pm with car show running from 9am - 4pm on Saturday
- A panel of (5) judges will pick the top 20 cars

- Judging based on pre-determined criteria, yet to be determined.
- Categories  for top winners:
     * Sponsor's Choice
     * Mayor's Pick
     * Top Pick by Panel of Judges
- Awards ceremony at 3pm

Rock and Bop at the Sock Hop – for Free!

08-09-2011

Grab your bobbie socks and saddle shoes, it’s time to hop to the bob at Friday night’s sock hop, sponsored by Humana and hosted by Relix Car and Motorcycle Club. While chatting up the Pin-Up girl contestants, relive that famous dance contest scene from “Grease” while rocking out to rockabilly sounds of The Wild Woodys and Pearls Mahone & the One-Eyed Jacks!

Since November 1984, The Wild Woodys have been playing their own brand of Rockabilly music, -  jumpin', swingin' and the bop that just won't stop - to appreciative audiences and loyal fans at clubs, festivals, and concerts for young and old alike. If you haven't heard them it is time that you did! Out of Plainwell, MI,  band members include: Scotty Spears, vocals and guitars- Phil Glennie, vocals and upright bass - Johnny Apollo, drums and shouts.

Hailing from Chicago, Pearls Mahone & The One-Eyed Jacks combine strong heart wrenching vocals, rockin guitar riffs, a sexy bass line and a rhythm that just won't quit. Embracing a passion for rockabilly music, ratrods, rhythm & blues and country their music tells tales of love, hardship, and vice. A flame-haired, green-eyed hard rockin diva, Pearls Mahone sings songs laced with pearls of wisdom, from an exciting life filled with love and loss. Her background of singing started in the church, but soon she was lured into the dazzling world of subcultural music. This croonin' dame matured from gospel to blues, early rhythm and blues, soul and reggae, and finally rockabilly and country!

Both bands can be enjoyed free of charge at the Foremost Insurance 28th Street Metro Cruise Sock Hop on Friday, August 26, from 6 to 9 pm in the former Klingman’s lot, across from Rogers Plaza. Best parking will be available at the former Studio 28 parking lot.

Going for “Green” in the “Zone”

08-09-2011

One of the most challenging topics facing industry today is the race to find alternative fuel sources to decrease the dependence on oil. In keeping the with this trend, the Foremost Insurance 28th Street Metro Cruise excitedly adds The Green Zone to its growing list of attractions. “Green” vehicles of a variety of types and time periods will be featured in former Klingman’s lot across from Rogers Plaza on Saturday, August 27. The display will include:

 

2011 Chevy volt

1910 Baker Electric

Electric Dragster - Trying to set world record

Bio-Diesel Pickup truck

Ethanol Powered Mustang

Hydrogen Powered Fuel Cell Golf cart

1998 S10 Pick up truck converted to electric

F150 Ford Truck - Propane powered

2nd Annual Chassis Dyno Challenge

08-09-2011

C-Tech Performance

Click here to register!

C-Tech Performance will be hosting the 2nd Annual Chassis Dyno Challenge, with qualifying taking place at our shop now through August 24th.  The finals will take place Saturday August 27th on a portable chassis dyno at the East end of Rogers Plaza. The top qualifiers in all classes will win some great prizes and get to show the crowd what kind of power they have under the hood.

 

Saturday at the Rogers Plaza location, we will be assembling a performance machined 5.3 LS Engine. After it is assembled, we will fire it up so you can hear it run.

 

Be sure to stop by the C-Tech Performance tent during the cruise and check out some of our project cars, customer cars, meet the C-Tech Staff and see some other cool stuff.

 

2nd Annual Chassis Dyno Challenge

Click here to register!

Calling All Pinup Girls!

08-05-2011

Hey ladies! Do you have an inner pinup girl crying to get out? Here's her chance! For the first time the Foremost Insurance 28th Street Metro Cruise will host a Pinup Girl Contest as part of the Sock Hop event, Friday, August 26. Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three places, with the winner being named Miss Metro Cruise 2011 for the remainder of the evening. Need more info? Click here to go to the registration form.


Here's the skinny:
- You must be 18 to participate in the contest
- This is a classic, retro, pin up contest.....not a bikini contest, so modern swimwear is not allowed. Think Marilyn Monroe or Betty Grable (or Google Classic Pinup Girl). Retro/Vintage attire is encouraged. Remember, this is a family-friendly event!
- Hair and Make-Up will be provided to all contest participants by Moxie Beauty & Hair Parlor. Call or visit the Moxie to schedule an appointment or register prior to the event.
- You may also print a registration form and bring it to the event. Arrive no later than 5 pm, August 26, 2011.
- All participants will receive a gift bag, with cash prizes for the top three and a sash for Miss Metro Cruise 2011.
- Votes will be based on crowd favorite during the Sock Hop. Show your personality and your style!

For more information and complete rules, go to the registration form here.

Metro Million Display

07-31-2011

Metro Million Display  - Sponsored by Great Clips

A Metro Cruise® veteran and favorite among attendees and participants
returns for yet another display of impressive automobiles.

The vehicles, valued at approximately
$1 million, are an incredible sight to see
and canʼt be missed! The Metro Million Display will be held at former Klingman’s Furniture
on 28th Street in Wyoming this year. 

The automotive enthusiast can watch the Metro Million cars
passing review in action at 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. 

Stop by and learn more about the 100 years of automotive history in the USA. 

A taste of the display includes:

• 1909 Ford Model T

• 1930 LaSalle 7 Passenger Touring

• 1933 Nash

• 1957 Chevrolet BelAir

• 1963 Studebaker Avanti

• 1969 Dodge Daytona
1931 Ford Model A Station Wagon
1916 Allen Touring
1970 Pontiac GTO

Window World NASCAR & Chopper

07-30-2011

Window World of West Michigan will be displaying the #34 Window World NASCAR and the beautiful Orange County Chopper which was custom designed with a Window World theme.  Both will be on display under the Foremost Insurance tent at Roger's Plaza.  more info...

Window World NASCAR Window World Chopper
 
 

Car Corral and Swap Meet Update

added 07-28-2011

When:  Saturday, 8/27 - 8am – 4pm


Where:
Former Classic Chevrolet Property (just South of 28th St & Burlingame in Wyoming SW) 


What:
  In the 10’ X 20’ (without water, tables, chairs & power) space provided, you can display car related parts or a car for sale


Who:
Contact Matt Ambrose @ 616.677.3346 to register & for questions


Cost:
  $20 per space, cash only accepted

Car-Toon Truck

Updated 06-27-2011

New to the Metro Cruise for 2011, the Car-Toon Truck features more than 2800 hours of brush and airbrush art on a 1928 Ford Model AR Roadster Pickup. Portraying a historical documentary on comics from 1986 to today, the CAR-TOON TRUCK is the most photographed vehicle and a MUST SEE at EVERY SHOW! The Car-Toon Truck will be located in the Klingman's Store parking lot across from Roger's Plaza.

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Classic Sock Hop and Pin-up Girl Contest

updated 06/27/2011

The Foremost Insurance 28th Street Metro Cruise® will proudly present a family-friendly, 1950s-themed, Sock Hop and Pin-Up Girl Contest hosted by the Relix Car and Motorcycle Club on Friday, August 26. The Pin-Up Girl contest and two live bands playing 50s era music will be featured on the main stage located in the Klingman’s parking lot across from Roger’s Plaza. Contestants will be fully dressed in 1950’s era-correct clothing, makeup and hair styling and have the opportunity to interact with spectators to obtain votes. They will be judged on correct 1950’s era attire and personality. Applicants for the Pin Up Girl Contest must meet the requirements of completing and signing an entry application, wearing era correct clothing, hair styling and make up. The First Place winner will be awarded $300, with $200 for second and $100 for  third.

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