NHRA News: Holley and DuPont continue backing NHRA's National Hot Rod Reunion (1/28/2004)

Holley and DuPont continue backing NHRA's National Hot Rod Reunion

1/28/2004

Holley and DuPont Automotive Finishes, the major sponsors of last year's inaugural NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion, have signed on again for the sequel. Deemed a major success by all involved, the second annual Holley NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion presented by DuPont Automotive Finishes, is set for June 18-20, at Beech Bend Park, in Bowling Green, Ky.

"We couldn't ask for better sponsors," said Sam Jackson, executive director of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum in Pomona, Calif., producers of the festive three-day hot rod extravaganza. "Holley and DuPont have long histories within the hot rod and street rod communities. They helped make the first National Reunion a resounding success and we look forward to their presence making the second one even better."

Like last year, Holley is the title sponsor while DuPont Automotive Finishes is the presenting sponsor.

"Teaming with the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum on last year's National Reunion surpassed all our expectations," said Jason Bruce, director of marketing for Holley, which has been headquartered in Bowling Green for more than a half-century. "The buzz has been very strong on last year's Reunion. It had everything – street rods, drag racing on all levels, customs, classics, and hot rods. No wonder it went over so well. And I think this one will be twice as big."

Dennis Silva, DuPont Custom Finishes business manager, agreed. "We are still hearing about it," he said. "It was the best first-time event we've been part of. It was an instant classic. This year will be incredible. We're glad to be part of the team presenting it."

Produced by the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum, the Holley National Hot Rod Reunion presented by DuPont Automotive Finishes, will include Crane Cams nostalgic drag racing in such classes at Top Fuel, Supercharged Gassers, classic Funny Cars, and Super Stocks, along with a giant street rod, customs, classics, and muscle car. There will also be the SoffSeal "show n' shine" contest, a swap meet for classic car and racing parts, a special stage show, and a separate amusement park with rides and games for all ages adjacent to the park.

Fashioned after the annual NHRA California Hot Rod Reunion in Bakersfield, the event also includes the all-time favorite "Cacklefest" under the stars. The activity involves early-days-style front-engine dragsters being push-started, then all gathered together on the drag strip starting-line with engines running.

The event will also cater to car clubs, with special contests and activities for the participating organizations. Information, including a full activities schedule and entry forms, is available through the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum or by clicking here. To receive updates on the event, prospective participants should send a postcard or note to NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion, P.O. Box 2345, Pomona, Calif., 91769, or e-mail your name and address to museum@nhra.com.

Proceeds of the Holley Hot Rod Reunion presented by DuPont Automotive Refinishes will benefit the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum.

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