There it was, staring at me in all its Lime Gold glory. Sparkling and ready for a ride down Woodward Avenue, the 67' Shelby Cobra GT500 was spectacular. The color, not loved by all but admired by yours truly, brought out the carefully conceived design lines of the past that quicken the hearts of muscle... Continue Reading →
A Love That Endures
Most of the time the ones we love deeply are a product of chance. We are born into families by no will of our own and make deep seeded bonds naturally through the vast amount of time we spend together and care we give. Other lifetime loves come by choice. A moment in time, an... Continue Reading →
Thrills Underfoot
Abundant. Big. Considerable. Hefty. Substantial. Weighty. While researching synonyms for "lead-footed" it occurred to me that being a "lead-foot" has nothing to do with the car one drives. No matter the ride, a "lead-foot" will push said car just a little harder than the average granny. No offense to grannies. I felt in no way... Continue Reading →
Grace. Honor. Mustangs.
If you've ever driven a truly remarkable automobile you can understand the meaning of this post. Whether it was your first car, last car, or any one in-between we don't usually think of inanimate objects as being honorable or graceful. These words are usually used to describe humans or the acts they perform, i.e.... Continue Reading →
Bullitt on the Big Screen in the Rain in a Mustang
Yes, it’s true I’m a car lover. Why else would I be writing to you via my JulesOnWheelz.net Blog! Being a car lover should not be confused with loving being in a car...for too long...nine hours to be exact. This is the preface to my story today...yes it’s true. Driving from Kentucky to... Continue Reading →
The Bullitt Goes to Washington
The original 1968 Bullitt Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the police drama "Bullitt" makes its way to Washington next week. Much like Jimmy Stewart in "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington", Sean Kiernan's treasure has the potential to bring people who wouldn't normally be "car people" to their knees on the National Mall next week... Continue Reading →
Dave Kindig, Kevv Dogg and Dreams: an Adventure on Woodward Avenue
Never did I think in a million years that I'd have the pleasure of meeting Dave Kindig and Kevin Schiele aka "Kevv Dogg" of the Velocity Channel's Bitchin' Rides at the Woodward Dream Cruise. Cruising down Woodward in a dream car or on foot is a treat for sure, but noticing Dave at the top of a tower laden... Continue Reading →
Track Time – Summer Sizzle
Ah summer. A time to kick back and enjoy the beautiful weather and activities that we reserve for warmer temperatures. The winter doldrums are over and the fun begins. The list for any car enthusiast's summer schedule includes some much-needed track time. I must admit that my track affair is a highlight of the season... Continue Reading →
Ford Mustang GT an American Icon
To muscle or not to muscle...that is the question. Most shoppers look for practicality, space for the kids and their stuff, and/or super-sized mpg when debating their next car purchase. Ford however, has thrown a wrench into that thinking for the last 53 years. Thank God for the designers who had more than cargo in... Continue Reading →