Before spectators saw the promised collection of vintage cars they had been waiting for, the distinct sound of a pre-1972 horn could be heard over the sound of traffic.
The Great Race, limited to model years older than 1972, is a nine-day road rally that focuses on time instead of speed. This year’s route traveled between Riverside, Calif., and Tacoma, making Vancouver its second-to-last stop.
On Friday, more than 100 vintage cars from around the world rolled into a museum parking lot in Hazel Dell for an overnight pit stop. Spectators who had been waiting for the cars had plenty to do while they waited. The event also showcased cars brought in by local enthusiasts and rare cars on display at the local Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum, where the event was held.
The museum, at 1015 N.E. 78th St., has been there for some time, but this event marked its opening to the public.