SW Florida Cruise/Lunch @ Muscle Car City Museum
06-06-2009, 07:17 PM
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I took my 11 year old son today. We both liked it. Some very nice rides and plenty of them. Probably takes about an hour to walk through and see the entire collection.
I had an interesting discussion with one of the employees wondering if being one genre of brand would hurt them in the long run? Obviously no Ford or Mopar. Probably too early to tell. But the parking lot could accomodate any serious car show for future events. It's sort of hard to advertise the place except to GM branded groups.
Word of mouth in person and via the internet is pretty much all they have. The diner seats about 50 if full, and the food while touristy in price was good in portion and taste imo. The gift shop is actually rather large in space and has the typical GM/Chevy assorted clothing, diecast cars, and other things. They also have a parts department but I did not speak to that guy to see how in-depth they are.
I also wonder if the entire collection is Rick's or if he has vehicles on loan to rotate in & out to keep it fresh.
I had an interesting discussion with one of the employees wondering if being one genre of brand would hurt them in the long run? Obviously no Ford or Mopar. Probably too early to tell. But the parking lot could accomodate any serious car show for future events. It's sort of hard to advertise the place except to GM branded groups.
Word of mouth in person and via the internet is pretty much all they have. The diner seats about 50 if full, and the food while touristy in price was good in portion and taste imo. The gift shop is actually rather large in space and has the typical GM/Chevy assorted clothing, diecast cars, and other things. They also have a parts department but I did not speak to that guy to see how in-depth they are.
I also wonder if the entire collection is Rick's or if he has vehicles on loan to rotate in & out to keep it fresh.
06-07-2009, 10:32 AM
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All the cars are Rick, all have currant tags and registration and he does drive them. As a mater of fact not all his cars fit in the place, he said he still has 20 or so in the barn. You can walk right up to them as they are not roped off.
Yes you can breeze through in an hour or so, but if you really take your time you can see some amazing cars. The last fuilie coupe built with 16,000 miles unrestored, A ZL-1 (real one) how about a pair of LS-6 Chevelles, one hard top the other is a vert. Just got in a pair of big block Grand Prix. Bunch of goats. I've been there 4 or 5 times since it's been open and see something different each time I go.
There is something going on in the parking lot most weekends.
I'll be out of town that weekend and won't be able to meet up with ya'll, have a great time.
Yes you can breeze through in an hour or so, but if you really take your time you can see some amazing cars. The last fuilie coupe built with 16,000 miles unrestored, A ZL-1 (real one) how about a pair of LS-6 Chevelles, one hard top the other is a vert. Just got in a pair of big block Grand Prix. Bunch of goats. I've been there 4 or 5 times since it's been open and see something different each time I go.
There is something going on in the parking lot most weekends.
I'll be out of town that weekend and won't be able to meet up with ya'll, have a great time.
06-08-2009, 10:52 AM
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I did observe some tags are expired thats not to say that he doesn't have the current stuff not that it matters. IMO he could get probably another 15-20 cars in there but it would be tight in some areas. I do like the fact you have plenty of room to walk around and take pics. He certainly has room to expand 
06-10-2009, 10:01 AM
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Muscle car museum...
I'm going to try to make it, shouldn't be a problem. Coming from Lk Placid, over by Sebring. '98 TR Coupe, 2 of us. Sounds like a good time. 
06-11-2009, 07:30 PM
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Damn man, I could have shown you guys two bars/retaurants here in town that you would have LOVED!!! (one doesnt even serve American beer!!)
06-12-2009, 03:02 PM
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Karen and I plan on attending too (OURRUBY & OURMY). For your info, the 3rd Sat of every month there is a cruise-in. The 20th is to benefit a young girl (only 6 months old) that needs a liver transplant. If you want a copy of the flier they put out, I can provide it to you
Marked on calendar as priority! 
06-17-2009, 08:01 AM
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Hi guys I am heading over on Saturday to enjoy the festivities and hope to meet up with the group.My car is in the shop having some engine work done and my not be ready in time.While there I will check the are as a possible weekend trip for my car club Southeast Rods and Customs.See you Saturday. 
John
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06-19-2009, 11:05 AM
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Craig, Chris (JakesIndy) wanted me to let you know he's coming down also.
06-19-2009, 09:35 PM
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There is a cruise-in 20 June from 4-7pm at Muscle Car City to benefit a 6 month old girl that needs a liver transplant.
Yes, the entire collection belongs to Rick. He has more cars that he will use to keep the collection fresh.
Yes, the entire collection belongs to Rick. He has more cars that he will use to keep the collection fresh.
