Classic Car Show

July 23 2014 | 10:00am to July 24 2014 | 3:55pm

The Detroit Historical Society is hosting a Classic Car Show on Wednesday, July 23 from 10 a.m. -4 p.m. outside the building on Kirby Street. The show will feature up to 50 cars from a variety of eras celebrating Detroit's history with the automobile for its 313th birthday.

If you own a classic, it's not too late to participate in the show. We are looking for 10 Ford Mustangs (celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the iconic "pony car"), 10 additional Fords, 10 General Motors products, 10 Chryslers and 10 "Orphan" cars. 

To enter, please send your contact info and a description of your car. List any modifications. Include a photo showing a 3/4 front and rear view, the engine compartment and interior, along with a check or money order for $25 made out to the Detroit Historical Society. Your check will be returned if your car is not selected. If your car is selected, you will receive a commemorative plaque, VIP status at the Detroit Historical Museum for the day and a lunch. You will also be up for one of three top awards at the show, as well as having the honor of being selected in the top 50.

Please mail descriptions and photos to: Don Nicholson; c/o Detroit Historical Museum; 5401 Woodward Ave.; Detroit, MI 48202.

For more information, please call Nova Zorok ar 313.833.1262 or email novaz@detroithistorical.org. All entries must be received by Sunday, June 15, and cars selected for the show will be notified on Tuesday, July 1. 

The Classic Car Show is sponsored in part by Public Service Credit Union. Visit their website HERE.