Linda “Goldie” Meredith bought her blue 55’ Studebaker truck 5 years ago and turned it into her “Chick Truck.” She added thin pink and white hearts above the review, driver, and passenger windows — with a bright pink lipstick kiss placed right behind the driver's seat, “I added that sign,” Goldie said. “When I plug it in, it lights up neon pink.” Photo by Lisa Zambrano
Photo by Lisa ZambranoThe Motte Historical Car Museum opened its garage door for their yearly “Open House” event Saturday, February 21. The museum sent invitations out to local car clubs to show off their cars — dozens of rides were parked, hoods up, and on display. Photo by Lisa ZambranoA 55’ Chevrolet Bel Air that Thomas Kelsey owns. He bought the car in 1990 for $1,500, made it safe to drive, painted it bright red, and then added the flames in 2003. “It’s won over 85 car shows all over Southern California,” Kelsey said. “I needed to stand out. I couldn’t have my car be another red 55’ Chevy.”Photo by Lisa Zambrano“We went with an agricultural theme this year,” Anne Motte said, “That’s why there’s old tractors everywhere.” John and Anne Motte reached out to families and museums to borrow old tractors for the day to showcase Perris’s agrarian roots. Photo by Lisa ZambranoThe event included a raffle, live music, and food. Guests were offered a complimentary color bandana of their choice upon entry to match the agricultural theme. Photo by Lisa ZambranoMany at the event refurbished their cars for the love of the game, but some do it for profit. John Lathrop has been fixing up and selling cars for a long time. Turns junk into treasure — his latest creation is the Ford Model 40 Sedan. Photo by Lisa ZambranoGiselle (12) and America Gonzalez (9) admire a 1924 Ford Model T used to transport students from Menifee to Perris High School. The Motte Museum will hold a car and motorcycle show on Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, but entry spots require a fee. Call (951) 928-3210 for more information. Photo by Lisa Zambrano
