Jacksonville Car Culture events calendar:

The next Caffeine & Octane is set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 8, at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. The entire parking area will be available.

Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. Those parking in the Exotics Lot and the Porsche Corner are free to arrive and leave at any time.

Past events:

Cruise Fruit Cove last Saturday at the PDQ

San Marco 1937 Spirits and Eatery Cruise-in last Monday

Upcoming events:

Kruisin’ 4 Kidz: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, at Dinsmore Baptist Church, 10500 Old Kings Road. Spectators are free, and pre-registration is $20 per show vehicle.

Rigs and Coffee at AVO Jax: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at 69 Copeland Street, Jacksonville.

5th Annual Porsche Classic Kick-Off at Porsche Jacksonville: 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 1, one week before The Amelia. Meet & Greet with Hurley Haywood; rare Porsche collectibles display; Classic Show & Shine; plus Porsche Corral, all at Porsche Jacksonville, 11211 Atlantic Blvd.

Bozard Ford/Lincoln Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at the dealership at 540 Outlet Mall Blvd. in St. Augustine. Co-sponsored with the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles.

Cabul Lodge Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at the Clay County Shrine Club at 2471 Russell Road in Green Cove Springs. Free to spectators, and $20 for show vehicles.

Old Skool vs. New Skool Car, Truck and Bike Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Adamec Harley Davidson at 8909 Baymeadows Road.  Free for spectators and $25 fee for show vehicles. Hosted by Callahan Cruisers of North Florida.

• Southern Vintage Market and Car Cruise-in: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free admission for spectators and show vehicles,

Armed Forces Motorcycle Club Car, Truck and Bike Show: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at the club at 5444 U.S. 17 , Kingsland, Ga. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles. Held by the Callahan Cruisers.

22^nd annual Mustang and Ford Regional Show: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at Duval Fo1616 Cassat Ave. Spectators are free; $30 show vehicle registration. 

Nease NJROTC Classic and Exotic Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the high school at 10550 Ray Road, off U.S. 1 in St. Johns County – more details to come.

20^th Railroad Day Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the historic 1881 Callahan Train Depot at 45383 Dixie Ave. in Callahan. Held by the Callahan Cruisers.

St. Marys Waterfront Auto Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at the St. Marys Waterfront Park on West St. Marys Street. Spectators are free, and show vehicles are $40 per – presented by Culture Driven and 912 Auto Spa.

Low ‘N Clean Jacksonville: 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Spectator admission is $15 per person in advance; $35 for show vehicles: $55 VIP Registration. 

Fourth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday April 19 at Dames Point Park at 9101 Dames Point Road – under the Dames Point Bridge. More details to follow.

Hillcrest Baptist Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, at the church at 7673 Collins Road. Free for spectators, and a $20 registration fee for show vehicles. 

Rumble at the Ranch 4: 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, at the WW Ranch at 1445 Otis Road in Jacksonville. The event includes a car show, burnout contest and more.

King of the South/Import Warz Car Show: 2 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Spectator admission is $20 per person in advance, and varying entrant fees depending on competition entry – tickets at facebook.com/events/2254148474985115.

Ultimate Car Show, presented by the Town of Hilliard: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5^th at 37328 W. First St. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.

The FIRM (Florida International Rally and Moto Park): Open Track Days held most weekends at the road course and rally course at 7266 Airport Road in Starke. 

All the Cruise-ins…

Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.

Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.

Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.

Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.

San Marco 1937 Spirits and Eatery Cruise-in: 4 to 7 p.m. every third Monday of each month at the restaurant at 1842 Kings Ave in the San Marco area – held by Sunshine State Chevelles.

Players Grille Mandarin at 10140 San Jose Blvd., 4 to 7 p.m. every third Wednesday.

New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8^th St. Fernandina Beach.

Duval Car, Truck and Bike meet: Free cruise-in from noon to 5 p.m. each 1st and 3rd Saturday at the shopping center at 3000 Dunn Ave. 

Orange Blossom Breakfast Show: 8 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday at Orange Blossom Diner at 14329 Beach Blvd., presented by Beaches Classic Cruisers and Carl Bush.

Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 5 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, now at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.

Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event. Park on the walkway at Latham Plaza.

Caffeine and Gasoline: 8 to 11 a.m. each first Saturday of the month at J-Tech Institute at 8813 Western Way in Jacksonville. House rules – “respect the property.” And J-Tech will be holding events to coincide with C & G with staff on site to give tours of the campus.

New location – North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.

New cruise-in – Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.

Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.

Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.

First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.

Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan. The next cruise-in – Sat. Aug. 10 – is the event’s 10^th anniversary.

Downtown Kingsland Cars & Coffee: New summer hours – 8 to 11 a.m. each second Saturday at the Historic Downtown Kingsland Homegrown Market at U.S. 17 and Georgia 40.

Cruise Fruit Cove: The Sunshine State Chevelles’ cruise-in hours are 12 to 4 p.m. every third Saturday at the PDQ at 194 Florida 13 in Saint Johns, just south of Julington Creek.

New cruise-in: 1 p.m. every third Saturday at Hardee’s at 6852 Wilson Blvd.

Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee. 

Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.

Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1^st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.

Jeremiah’s Italian Ice cruise-in: noon to 3 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the business at 18111 Golden Eagle Way on Fleming Island. 

Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Big Dawg Sports Restaurant, 1330 Blanding Blvd.; 2 to 5 p.m. every second Saturday at Tom & Betty’s in Orange Park.  2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at various sites; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.

Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S./Dixie Highway South in St. Augustine. And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.

New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.

New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.

Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.

Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2^nd St. in Palatka.

Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.

Wait, there’s more…

The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is assembling an all-star lineup of historic F1 cars on Aug. 13 to 16 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for Monterey Car Week. Curating the exhibition is Ellen Bireley, former executive director of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum.

“From England and Australia to Japan and throughout the Americas, I’m in discussion with owners of both early groundbreaking designs to more modern machines that showcase the most advanced technology,” Bireley said. “Harnessing the vast knowledge of members on our Advisory Council has been critical in locating the best of the best from private collections and museums.”

Attendees at the Rolex Reunion can explore more than two dozen legendary Formula 1 cars up close while enjoying a weekend featuring 400 cars racing in 14 groups. The featured race will spotlight a dedicated group of 1966-1985 Historic F1 cars with thrilling on-track action daily.

First Three Confirmed Historic F1 Cars:

1958 Vanwall VW5/11/Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

A pivotal British racing machine, chassis VW5, was one of the new cars built by Vanwall for the 1957 season. That year, Stirling Moss drove it to two wins, while in 1958 Tony Brooks scored two wins in VW5 and Stirling Moss also added a further victory to this car’s tally. Vanwall was the first British race car to win the Formula One Constructors’ World Championship.

1966 Eagle Mk 1 Climax Chassis 101/Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

Chassis 101 was campaigned by All American Racers (AAR) in the 1966 and 1967 F1 seasons. With Dan Gurney at the wheel, it managed 5th place finishes at the French and Mexican Grands Prix and a 7th at the German Grand Prix. Also of note, Phil Hill and Bob Bondurant both raced this car for AAR.

1967 Lotus Type 49 R2/R11/Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

This is the machine Jim Clark took to victory at its race debut at Zandvoort 1967, in addition to wins at Silverstone and Watkins Glen. It is also the same car he drove at Monza, in what has been considered the Scotsman’s greatest performance. 

Information is online at WeatherTechRaceway.com.

Courtesy of The Amelia/Hagerty

The Amelia by Hagerty celebrates 30 years of global motoring excellence as it returns to Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton Resort from March 6 – March 9, tickets at AmeliaConcours.com. And The Amelia announced that Hélio Castroneves will be the honoree for 2025, continuing the event’s longstanding tradition as “the racer’s concours.” 

Castroneves’ wide-ranging racing and competition experience includes:

• 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2021 Indianapolis 500 wins
• 2020 IMSA championship with 4 victories and 4 pole positions with Acura Team Penske
• Minority partner and co-owner of Meyer Shank Racing
• Season 5 winner of ABC television series Dancing with the Stars in 2007

He was chosen as honoree for The Amelia in 2025 based on his dedication to excellence in racing as well as his unwavering competitive spirit that has made him one of the most successful drivers in IndyCar history.

The concours’ featured classes include:

• Corvette at Sebring.
• Alfa Romeos of the 1930s. 
• Formula 1 Cars 1950-Present

Another event is the Werks Reunion Amelia Island 2025: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fri, Mar 7, at The Amelia River Club.

Porsche Club of America (PCA) welcomes all Porsche clubs, owners, and enthusiasts to the ninth annual Werks Reunion Amelia Island at 4477 Buccaneer Trail. Corral Parking (Porsche Only) early registration is $99 per car and includes a Werks event bag, reserved parking space, and automatic entry into raffle contests. Corral Parking is $114 per car. Onsite spectator parking fee – $40 per car – cash at the gate, day of the event.

The Amelia Island Kickoff presented by Sunoco asks you – have a Ferrari, an Alfa Romeo, or an Acura or vintage Nissan? Or, perhaps, its a bit more obscure, such as a Citroën? Either way, if it’s a standout example, it’s welcome at the kickoff – sign up now to register your Italian, Japanese or “Other” car – it’s just $45. With more than 100 cars already entered, space is starting to become limited. Want to just spectate – it’s free. For more information, visit ameliakickoff.com.

And don’t forget – register your bucket of bolts for the  Florida Concours d’Lemons on Friday, March 7, as part of the Classic Motorsports Magazine Amelia Kick Off Party at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Awful cars, great view of the ocean and our signature janky trophies.

Returning to The Amelia – the Broad Arrow Group’s annual auction. Since its inception in 1996, The Amelia has donated more than $4 million to deserving non-profit and charitable organizations. In keeping with past tradition, The Amelia will continue to support Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, local Shop with Cops programs, and Community Hospice and Palliative Care.

Courtesy: Randy Probst

The annual low-buck motorsports festival is coming – the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge Presented by Tire Rack, set for March 29-30 at Gainesville Raceway. And this just in – Randy Pobst, pro driver and automotive high performance expert, and who writes columns at Grassroots Motorsports, will be there. He’s got four World Challenge championships, more than 90 pro victories., two Rolex 24 At Daytona class wins, and  the $2000 Challenge.

Now when you register for the $2000 Challenge, your payment information will be saved, but you won’t be charged until a few days before the event – you can cancel up until three days before the start of the $2000 Challenge to get a full refund. 

For more information about the $2000 Challenge, visit 2000challenge.com.

Jacksonville Car Culture events calendar:

The next Caffeine & Octane is set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. The bounce house site is gone, so the entire parking area will be available.

Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. Those parking in the Exotics Lot and the Porsche Corner are free to arrive and leave at any time.

Recent events:

Down at the Bay Car Show: last Saturday, at Cedar Bay Baptist Church on North Main Street:

Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise – a few folks out at this long-running event:

Upcoming events:

Tom Bush 55^th Anniversary Car Show: 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, at the dealership at 9850 Atlantic Blvd. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.

Hot Rods and Hogs Car Show at the Creek: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, at Trout Creek Memorial Park, 6550 Florida 13. Free for spectators, and $30 registration for show vehicles – proceeds benefit K9s for Warriors.

Double-header Clay County Cruzers’ events: Cruise-in from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 1, at Big Dawg Sports Restaurant, 1330 Blanding Blvd.; then Supporting Chloe’s Recovery Car Show, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 2, at Brick Oven Pizzeria, 1811 Town Center Blvd. in Orange Park. Show is free for spectators and $10 per show vehicle.

Super Cruise-In Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, at Westside Baptist Church, 7775 Herlong Road. Free for spectators and all show vehicles.

Fourth annual Quake/X Winterfest: 9 a.m. Saturday, February 15 to 5 p.m. Sunday, February 16, at Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Car show and audio competition – .

Kruisin’ 4 Kidz: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Dinsmore Baptist Church, 10500 Old Kings Road. Spectators are free, and pre-registration is $20 per show vehicle.

Bozard Ford/Lincoln Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at the dealership at 540 Outlet Mall Blvd. in St. Augustine. Co-sponsored with the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles

Old Skool vs. New Skool Car, Truck and Bike Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, at Adamec Harley Davidson at 8909 Baymeadows Road.  Free for spectators and $25 fee for show vehicles. Hosted by Callahan Cruisers of North Florida.

Southern Vintage Market and Car Cruise-in: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 15, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Free admission for spectators and show vehicles

Low ‘N Clean Jacksonville: 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Spectator admission is $15 per person in advance; $35 for show vehicles: $55 VIP Registration.. 

Armed Forces Motorcycle Club Car, Truck and Bike Show: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at the club at 5444 U.S. 17 , Kingsland, Ga. Free for spectators and $20 for show vehicles. Held by the Callahan Cruisers.

22^nd annual Mustang and Ford Regional Show: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, at Duval Fo1616 Cassat Ave. Spectators are free; $30 show vehicle registration. 

Nease NJROTC Classic and Exotic Car Show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the high school at 10550 Ray Road, off U.S. 1 in St. Johns County – more details to come.

20^th Railroad Day Festival and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the historic 1881 Callahan Train Depot at 45383 Dixie Ave. in Callahan. Held by the Callahan Cruisers.

Fourth annual Easter Showdown: 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday April 19 at Dames Point Park at 9101 Dames Point Road – under the Dames Point Bridge. More details to follow

15^th annual Rev It Up! Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 10 at Moosehaven, 1701 Park Ave. in Orange Park. Spectators free, and $25 pre-registration for show vehicles.

King of the South/Import Warz Car Show: 2 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at the Northeast Florida Fairgrounds at 543378 U.S. 1 in Callahan. Spectator admission is $20 per person in advance, and varying entrant fees depending on competition entry – tickets at facebook.com/events/2254148474985115

The FIRM (Florida International Rally and Moto Park): Open Track Days held most weekends at the road course and rally course at 7266 Airport Road in Starke. 

All the Cruise-ins…

Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.

Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.

Duval Car, Truck and Bike Meet: noon to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at 10749 N. Main St.

Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.

Sunshine State Chevelles: 4 to 7 p.m. every third Monday of each month at 1937 Spirits and Eatery, 1842 Kings Ave in the San Marco area.

Players Grille Mandarin at 10140 San Jose Blvd., 4 to 7 p.m. every third Wednesday.

New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8^th St. Fernandina Beach.

Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 5 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, now at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.

Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and every fourth Tuesday at Latham Plaza, 143 2nd St. N. in Jacksonville Beach. This is a City of Jacksonville Beach sponsored event. Park on the walkway at Latham Plaza.

Classic Car Cruise-in at Orange Blossoms Beach Boulevard: 8 a.m. to noon each third Saturday of the month at Orange Blossoms, 14329 Beach Blvd.

Caffeine and Gasoline: 8 to 11 a.m. each first Saturday of the month at J-Tech Institute at 8813 Western Way in Jacksonville. House rules – “respect the property.” And J-Tech will be holding events to coincide with C & G with staff on site to give tours of the campus.

New location – North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.

New cruise-in – Cruisin’ Classics Cruise-in: 1 to 4 p.m. the first Sunday of each month on the back lawn of the Elks Lodge at 1855 West Road, off Beach Boulevard – Hamburgers and more on sale.

Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.

Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.

First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.

Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan. The next cruise-in – Sat. Aug. 10 – is the event’s 10^th anniversary.

Downtown Kingsland Cars & Coffee: New summer hours – 8 to 11 a.m. each second Saturday at the Historic Downtown Kingsland Homegrown Market at U.S. 17 and Georgia 40.

Cruise Fruit Cove: The Sunshine State Chevelles’ cruise-in hours are 1 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at the PDQ at 194 Florida 13 in Saint Johns, just south of Julington Creek.

New cruise-in: 1 p.m. every third Saturday at Hardee’s at 6852 Wilson Blvd.

Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee. 

Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. this and every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.

Cars and Gars: noon to 5 p.m. every 1^st and third Saturday at Allusion’s restaurant and bar at 5045 Soutel Drive.

Clay County Cruzers’ events: 2 to 5 p.m. every first Saturday at Big Dawg Sports Restaurant, 1330 Blanding Blvd.; 2 to 5 p.m. every second Saturday at Tom & Betty’s in Orange Park.  2 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at various sites; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside, 8316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.

Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S./Dixie Highway South in St Augustine. And upcoming events include:

• Pedro Menendez High School Car Show – Feb. 1st (9 a.m.- 2 p.m.)
• And the museum is open Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.

New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.

New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.

Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.

Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2^nd St. in Palatka.

Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.

Wait, there’s more…

Courtesy of The Amelia/Hagerty

The Amelia by Hagerty celebrates 30 years of global motoring excellence as it returns to Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton Resort from March 6 – March 9, tickets at AmeliaConcours.com. And The Amelia announced that Hélio Castroneves will be the honoree for 2025, continuing the event’s longstanding tradition as “the racer’s concours.” 

Castroneves’ wide-ranging racing and competition experience includes:

• 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2021 Indianapolis 500 wins
• 2020 IMSA championship with 4 victories and 4 pole positions with Acura Team Penske
• Minority partner and co-owner of Meyer Shank Racing
• Season 5 winner of ABC television series Dancing with the Stars in 2007

He was chosen as honoree for The Amelia in 2025 based on his dedication to excellence in racing as well as his unwavering competitive spirit that has made him one of the most successful drivers in IndyCar history.

The concours’ featured classes include:

• Corvette at Sebring.
• Alfa Romeos of the 1930s. 
• Formula 1 Cars 1950-Present

Another event is the Werks Reunion Amelia Island 2025: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fri, Mar 7, at The Amelia River Club.

Porsche Club of America (PCA) welcomes all Porsche clubs, owners, and enthusiasts to the ninth annual Werks Reunion Amelia Island at 4477 Buccaneer Trail. Corral Parking (Porsche Only) early registration is $99 per car and includes a Werks event bag, reserved parking space, and automatic entry into raffle contests. Corral Parking is $114 per car. Onsite spectator parking fee – $40 per car – cash at the gate, day of the event.

The Amelia Island Kickoff presented by Sunoco asks you – have a Ferrari, an Alfa Romeo, or an Acura or vintage Nissan? Or, perhaps, it’s a bit more obscure, such as a Citroën? Either way, if it’s a standout example, it’s welcome at the kickoff – sign up now to register your Italian, Japanese or “Other” car – it’s just $45. With more than 100 cars already entered, space is starting to become limited. Want to just spectate – it’s free. For more information, visit ameliakickoff.com.

And don’t forget – register your bucket of bolts for the  Florida Concours d’Lemons on Friday, March 7, as part of the Classic Motorsports Magazine Amelia Kick Off Party at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Awful cars, great view of the ocean and our signature janky trophies.

Returning to The Amelia – the Broad Arrow Group’s annual auction. Since its inception in 1996, The Amelia has donated more than $4 million to deserving non-profit and charitable organizations. In keeping with past tradition, The Amelia will continue to support Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, local Shop with Cops programs, and Community Hospice and Palliative Care.

Courtesy: David Green/Grassroots Motorsports

A lot can happen when building a race car for less than $2000–so Grassroots Motorsports is making it easier than ever to plan your entry into our annual low-buck motorsports festival, the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge Presented by Tire Rack, set for March 29-30 at Gainesville Raceway. Now when you register for the $2000 Challenge, your payment information will be saved, but you won’t be charged until a few days before the event – you can cancel up until three days before the start of the $2000 Challenge to get a full refund. 

For more information about the $2000 Challenge, visit 2000challenge.com.

Jacksonville Car Culture events calendar:

The next Caffeine & Octane is set for 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, at The Avenues mall at 10300 Southside Blvd.

It’s the annual toy drive for Wolfson Children’s Hospital – they will be collecting new, unwrapped toys to benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital. Bring the toy to the checkered C&O tent.

The Mercedes-Benz Club of America Southern Stars is the First Coast Car Council Car Club of the Month for December – all Mercedes-Benz owners (club members or not) can  join them in their Car Club Feature Area.

Gentle reminders – All vehicles parked in the Central Lot must remain in place until the show concludes. If you cannot stay until then, please park in the exhibit lot. Those parking in the Exotics Lot and the Porsche Corner are free to arrive and leave at any time. And FYI – some spots have been taken up by a holiday child’s entertainment zone, so C&O moves a bit down the lot for the duration.

Recent events:

U.S.S. Orleck Car Show: last Saturday, at the U.S.S. Orleck ship museum at 610 E. Bay St. Presented by NAPA Auto Care and Jacksonville Corvette Club, and honored the Pearl Harbor attack of 83 years ago.

North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in’s new home –  first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub.

Upcoming events:

Kingsland Cars and Coffee/Toys for Tots: 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, at Harbor Freight, 1601 Georgia Highway 40. Donate an unwrapped toy and get entered in the Culture Driven giveaway raffle.

Mandarin Athletic Association Car Show: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, at 3750 Burnett Park Road. Free for spectators and $20 day of show for entrants.

Cruise-in Down Heavenly Lane Car Show: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at Hilliard Branch Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 3741 Heavenly Lane. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle – fundraiser for the church youth program.

Trucks for Tots/Toys for Tots: noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday at 136 W. Lowder Street, MacClenny. Free for spectators and an unwrapped new toy as registration for show vehicles.

Rescheduled: Fort Clinch Vintage Cars and Cannons: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 28, at the historic fort state park at 2601 Atlantic Ave. Pre-register at fortclinch.org for $50 per show vehicle. You must pay for admission to the fort to see the show – $6 per visitor vehicle.

Third annual Revved Up! Car, Truck and Bike Show: 4 to7 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, at GW Truck at 4930 Spring Park Road. 

9th Annual Jimmy Jam BBQ Slam and Car Show: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds at 5840 Florida 207 in Elkton. Spectators are $10 per person, with free parking – www.jimmyjambbqslam.com.

Eurofest St. Augustine: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine at 4730 U.S. 1 S./Dixie Highway South in St Augustine. Free for spectators and any European vehicle on display.

Down at the Bay Car Show: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Jan. 25, at Cedar Bay Baptist Church, 11553 N. Main St. Free for spectators and $20 per show vehicle.

Kruisin’ 4 Kidz: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Dinsmore Baptist Church, 10500 Old Kings Road. Spectators are free, and pre-registration is $20 per show vehicle.

The FIRM (Florida International Rally and Moto Park): Open Track Days held most weekends at the road course and rally course at 7266 Airport Road in Starke. 

All the Cruise-ins…

Clay County Cruzers, Callahan Cruisers and Amelia Cruizers all hold regular weekend cruise-ins, so check their Facebook pages.

Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. every second Saturday at The Avenues Mall at 10300 Southside Blvd. Information: https://bit.ly/3gPRvVQ.

Mod Talk Tuesdays: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant at 10915 Baymeadows Road. For car, truck and bike enthusiasts.

Sunshine State Chevelles: 4 to 7 p.m. every third Monday of each month at 1937 Spirits and Eatery, 1842 Kings Ave in the San Marco area.

Players Grille Mandarin at 10140 San Jose Blvd., 4 to 7 p.m. every third Wednesday.

New – Fernandina Beach Car Meet: 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month at Famous Quick Lube, 1707 8^th St. Fernandina Beach.

Amelia Cruizers: 3 to 5 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month, now at Townies Pizza, 819 T.J. Courson Road.

Jax Beach Classic Car Cruise: Postponed in December – resumes in the New Year – 4 to 7 p.m. each fourth Tuesday at the Seawalk Pavilion at 75 1st Street N. in Jacksonville Beach.

Classic Car Cruise-in at Orange Blossoms Beach Boulevard: 8 a.m. to noon each third Saturday of the month at Orange Blossoms, 14329 Beach Blvd.

Caffeine and Gasoline: 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, and each first Saturday of the month at J-Tech Institute at 8813 Western Way in Jacksonville. House rules – “respect the property.” And J-Tech will be holding events to coincide with C & G with staff on site to give tours of the campus.

New location – North Florida Domestic Car Club’s cruise-in 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on each first Saturday of the month at Culhane’s Irish Pub, 9720 Deer Lake Court off Southside Boulevard.

Wings & Wheels Cruise-in: 2 to 6 pm. each first Saturday at Dicks Wings & Grill at 6055 Youngerman Circle.

Rides and Coffee: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every fourth Sunday at Detail Garage, 9390 Arlington Expressway.

First Coast Car Council: All cruise-ins postponed.

Callahan Cruisers: 4 to 7 p.m. every second Saturday at Hardee’s at 542309 U.S. 1 in Callahan. The next cruise-in – Sat. Aug. 10 – is the event’s 10^th anniversary.

Downtown Kingsland Cars & Coffee: New summer hours – 8 to 11 a.m. each second Saturday at the Historic Downtown Kingsland Homegrown Market at U.S. 17 and Georgia 40.

Cruise Fruit Cove: The Sunshine State Chevelles’ cruise-in hours are 1 to 5 p.m. every third Saturday at the PDQ at 194 Florida 13 in Saint Johns, just south of Julington Creek.

New cruise-in: 1 p.m. every third Saturday at Hardee’s at 6852 Wilson Blvd.

Yulee Cars and Coffee: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Sunday at the Sonic Drive-In at 463939 Florida 200 in Yulee. 

Brunch with Cars: noon to 3 p.m. this and every third Sunday at Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar, 1567 University Blvd. W.

Clay County Cruzers’ events: 3 to 6 p.m. every first Saturday at Big Dawg Sports Restaurant, 1330 Blanding Blvd.; 3 to 6 p.m. every second Saturday at Tom & Betty’s in Orange Park. 5 p.m. every third Friday at Hooter’s/Miller’s Ale House at 1756 Well’s Road – replaces Freddy’s; and 2 to 5 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Gator’s Dockside Oakleaf, 316 Merchants Way, Jacksonville.

Classic Car Museum of St. Augustine monthly cruise-ins: St. Augustine Cruiser’s “Cruise In” from 5 to 7 p.m. every third Saturday, and Cars and Coffee from 8 to 10 a.m. every fourth Saturday. Both cruise-ins are at 4730 U.S. 1 S./Dixie Highway South in St Augustine.

Cars and Coffee Fleming Island: 8 a.m. every fourth Sunday of the month at 2310 Village Square Parkway, Fleming Island.

New cruise-in: 6 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Mission BBQ, 8440 Blanding Blvd. in Jacksonville, hosted by Modern Mustangs of Jacksonville.

New cruise-in: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Saturday at the Rockin’ 50’s Eatery at 3501 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd. in St. Augustine.

Show and Tell: 6 to 9 p.m. every fourth Thursday at Advance Auto Parts at 10014 Atlantic Blvd.

Azalea City Cruisers: Monthly cruise-in from 5 to 8 p.m. every fourth Saturday at Velchoffs Corner, 105 N. 2^nd St. in Palatka.

Historic Springfield Main Street Cruise: 4 p.m. every fourth Saturday between 8th and 17th streets at Main Street in Jacksonville’s Springfield community.

Wait, there’s more…

The Ford Mustang GTD fulfilled a sub-7-minute Nürburgring promise, completing a lap of the 12.9-mile, 73-turn “Green Hell” in 6:57.685 – only the sixth stock, production sports car to complete an officially certified sub-seven-minute lap and the fifth fastest in the production sports car class according to the Nürburgring’s records

The run is featured in The Road to the Ring, a 13-minute documentary film airing now, showing the first car from an American brand to complete a lap in under seven minutes.

Driven by Multimatic Motorsports driver Dirk Müller, the 815-hp Mustang GTD ‘s time delivers on the goal laid out by CEO Jim Farley at the Mustang GTD’s debut in August 2023. 

“The team behind Mustang GTD took what we’ve learned from decades on the track and engineered a Mustang that can compete with the world’s best supercars,” said Farley in a news release. “We’re proud to be the first American automaker with a car that can lap the Nürburgring in under seven minutes, but we aren’t satisfied. We know there’s much more time to find with Mustang GTD. We’ll be back.”

Mustang GTD’s Nürburgring success is due to the work of a small, dedicated team of engineers and designers who worked tirelessly over the course of two years to turn the Mustang GT3 race car into the first-ever Mustang supercar. However, Mustang GTD isn’t subject to the rules and regulations of GT3 racing, which prohibit much of the technology that allow a sub-seven-minute Nürburgring lap.

That includes carbon-ceramic brakes, active aerodynamics, a supercharger, and semi-active suspension. A carbon-fiber body is familiar from GT3 racing, and while the Mustang GTD that completed the sub-seven-minute lap was entirely stock, it did include motorsports-derived safety gear mandated by the Nürburgring. That includes a competition seat with a five-point harness and a roll cage.

Hagerty announced its 2025 U.S. Bull Market list, enthusiast vehicles the company expects to increase in value over the next year. Hagerty Automotive Intelligence analyzed data from public and private sales, along with historic trends and insurance valuations to narrow down the list to 11 special vehicles.

“It’s a common misconception that fun cars have to be expensive,” said Hagerty senior editor Larry Webster said in a news release. “Our Bull Market list provides options for enthusiasts of all interests that will cost little to own. Yet it’s not the cost, but the machines that get us excited. No one looks back at their bank account with fond memories – they look back at those weekend drives, family road trips and evenings in the garage.”

Full 2025 Bull Market list details are here, with a YouTube review here. The top 10 are:

1. 1978-1983 Datsun 280ZX
2. 1981-1983 DeLorean DMC-12
3. 1961-1964 Jaguar E-Type SI 3.8 Coupe
4. 2003-2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 6-speed
5. 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum SRT-8
6. 1961-1972 Volvo P1800
7. 1976-1989 Ferrari 400 / 412
8. 2002-2006 Mini Cooper S)
9. 1997-2001 Honda Prelude
10. 2002-2008 Mercedes-Benz G500
11. 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II

In July, Hagerty released the “Future of Driving” survey which showed that nearly 60% of Gen Z respondents would like to own a collector car, compared to 31% of Baby Boomers. Several cars on the list have seen a rise in both insurance policies and quotes among Millennial and Gen Z enthusiasts. 

Polestar, the Swedish electric performance car brand, has announced the winner of its 2024 Design Contest, held in collaboration with Hot Wheels. And the 1:64 scale winner, echoing Polestar’s distinctive design language, is Shashank Shekhar, a professional designer from India. He won first prize for his rugged off-roader, ‘Polestar TRX,’ with its exaggerated proportions and sleek surfaces. The design becomes the first Polestar to be included in Hot Wheels toy car series, with the die-cast collectable available for consumers in the summer of 2025.

“I’m thrilled to win,” Shekhar said in a news release. “This will be the first design in my career to be produced, so it’s a big deal for me. I never thought that someday, something I have created would end up as a Hot Wheels car. It has been a great journey, and I’ve had an amazing time so far. Something like this gives you a lot of confidence as a young designer.” 

Courtesy of The Amelia/Hagerty

The Amelia by Hagerty celebrates 30 years of global motoring excellence as it returns to Golf Club of Amelia Island and The Ritz-Carlton Resort from March 6 – March 9, tickets at AmeliaConcours.com.

And The Amelia announced that Hélio Castroneves will be the honoree for 2025, continuing the event’s longstanding tradition as “the racer’s concours.” 

Castroneves’ wide-ranging racing and competition experience includes:

• 2001, 2002, 2009, and 2021 Indianapolis 500 wins
• 2020 IMSA championship with 4 victories and 4 pole positions with Acura Team Penske
• Minority partner and co-owner of Meyer Shank Racing
• Season 5 winner of ABC television series Dancing with the Stars in 2007

He was chosen as honoree for The Amelia in 2025 based on his dedication to excellence in racing as well as his unwavering competitive spirit that has made him one of the most successful drivers in IndyCar history.

The concours’ featured classes include:

• Corvette at Sebring.
• Alfa Romeos of the 1930s. 
• Formula 1 Cars 1950-Present.

And don’t forget – register your bucket of bolts for the  Florida Concours d’Lemons on Friday, March 7, as part of the Classic Motorsports Magazine Amelia Kick Off Party at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Awful cars, great view of the ocean and our signature janky trophies.

And returning to The Amelia – the Broad Arrow Group’s annual auction. 

Since its inception in 1996, The Amelia has donated more than $4 million to deserving non-profit and charitable organizations. In keeping with past tradition, The Amelia will continue to support Spina Bifida of Jacksonville, local Shop with Cops programs, and Community Hospice and Palliative Care.

Courtesy: David Green/Grassroots Motorsports

A lot can happen when building a race car for less than $2000–so Grassroots Motorsports is making it easier than ever to plan your entry into our annual low-buck motorsports festival, the Grassroots Motorsports $2000 Challenge Presented by Tire Rack, set for March 29-30 at Gainesville Raceway. Now when you register for the $2000 Challenge, your payment information will be saved, but you won’t be charged until a few days before the event – you can cancel up until three days before the start of the $2000 Challenge to get a full refund. 

For more information about the $2000 Challenge, visit 2000challenge.com.