Coming Soon !
- 7 March Old Cars and Coffee at the Port Orchard Pancake House
- 8 March Moonshiners Swap Meet Puyallup
- 13 March Post Office begins selling new Car Stamps.
- 21 March Indoor Show with Vendors MOSES LAKE
If you wish your event publisized or have some news, please drop us a note at cruisinkitsap@gmail.com. Thanks!
Post Office to issue Car Stamps
Once long ago I tried to get the Post Office to issue Car Stamps but to no avail. It seems like they have stamps for just about anything else, but none for our old cars. Well now they have finally done it. However….
The Poop Sheet gets a much needed update!
Slowly but shurely the event notices are begining to roll in. Currently the list is short but if you hear of an event please let me know at cruisinkitsap@gmail.com Thanks
Belfair Bypass back on track.
It looks like the plan to bypass Belfair is moving forward. It will be contingent on the passage of the latest Transportation Budget. This six mile stretch of road will include two Roundabouts connecting it to Highway 3.
Emerald City Hot Rods opens new shop!
Emerald City Hot Rods in offically open in their new 8500 sq ft shop in Port Orchard (9654 Se Southworth Drive). Located in what used to be the old Evergreen Lumber Building, they provide full service Fabrication, Wiring, Chassis development and Upholstery all under one roof!
Hotrods and Hockey event date set.
July eleven is the date set for their 2026 Hotrods and Hockey event to be held in East Bremerton (1950 Homer Jones Drive). We will havd more information when their flyer becomes availsble.
Washington State a sad Number 2
Washington State now holds the distinction of having the second highest Gas Prices in the Nation! Thanks to our previous Governor and the Bobble Heads in Olympia we pay over $4 while the rest of the Country Pays les than $3.
Swap Meet at Pacific Raceway well attended
They did not have the greatest weather however the turnout was good.
Elks Car Show date has changed for 2026
Due to a scheduling conflict the date for the Annual Elks Car Show had been moved from Saturday 18 July to Sunday 19 July.
Old Timers announce their event.
The Old Timers have set a date for their Pre Fathers Day by the Bay event as 13 June. Flyer Below.
Collector Vehicle Plates under attack!
You had to see it coming, Collector Vehicle Plates begin to show up on daily dirvers. Mini Vans, Pickups and other vehicles from the 90’s, people takeing advantage of the law to avoid paying for yearly tabs. Senate Bill 5127 made a half hearted attempt to plug that loophole, however the effectiveness could easly be called into question. Poor Record Keeping and a lack of enforcement pretty much makes this Bill a non event. My opinion is that they should have changed the thirty year criteria to fifty years going forward.
A Full House beats a Damp Day!
The Weather on New Years Day was about as bad as you can get without heavy rain. I thought I would crank up the old Buick on the off chance someone might show up for the very first Cruise In of 2026. If I had to choose a word to describe the turnout it might be Ginormous! Nearly every spot in the lot had someone’s ride parked on it! Kudos to all that turned out!
There was a lot of positive Buzz about this event with many folks considering it a Reuinion with a Cruise attached!
Rodents in your Ride!
This can be chalange if your car resides in a Car Port or a building that may have a few access points. Mice can find there way in through very small holes and winter sends them looking for a place to hide. We have a short article adressing those issues below.
Bremerton Swap Meet, one and done!
2026 is slated to be the last year for the Bremerton Auto Swap Meet. Organizers site a decline in Attendance, Vendors and Membership as the primary factors. This event had its humble beginnings over fifty years ago and grew to be one of the largest Automotive Events in the County. Recent years have shown an overall decline in the Hobby, guess we are all getting older.
NW Car Events Calendar is now available.
The little Yellow Book of Northwest Car Events is now available. You can reach them at 208 702 2857 or nwcarevents@autoword.net.
Bremerton Auto Swap Meet 2025!
On Saturday the Olympic Vintage Auto Club hosted there Auto Swap Meet at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds. The event has been going on now for some fifty plus years. There were a few Vendors that did not return this year however attendance was strong throughout most of the day. Concerns about the Swap Meet at SIR taking place on the same day appeared to be unfounded.
Cars of Summer October Event
The weather could not have been better as Andy opted for one more Cars of Summer event at McClouds. It seems that many folks were ready to come out. And why not, the weather was amazing, the Food Cart was blazing and the Band was rocking. Lets go with both Trick and Treat!
McClouds Sept 2 Nd event.
Guns has provided another great video of the event at McClouds on September second. I was not able to make it however it appears that the weather and attendance were both great!
Combat Vett’s invade Camp Union
There is nothing like some great weather, a good cause and the desire not to garage one’s favorite ride for the winter, to bring the folks out. There was pretty much a full house for the event held by the Combat Vett’s at the Camp Union Cook House on September 27 th.
SCL Auto Grand Opening
The Weatherman continues to be generous, handing out those great bonus days in October. And so it was for the Grand Opening of SCL Auto (more info on them below). It was quite the turnout as visitors got to roam around the Ferraris, Lamborginies, a Batmobile and various rides just dripping with cool. Then there was the facility with its various lounge and gaming areas. What a fun place!
Cool Car Cruise ends 2025 on a High Note
Great weather and full parking lot was the theme as the 2025 Cool Car Cruise ended its 2025 Season. Organizers would like to extend their appreciation for all who attended the various events throughout the summer. There were a few surprises as this event brought out some cars that few folks had seen before.
Old Timers fall Road Trip
Oldtimers Northwest did their annual Real McCoy fall road trip in honor of past member Colin McCoy, that annual trip began in the ninety’s. They traveled over 650 miles in three days to Wheelin Walla Walla, where they took part in a 600 Car, Show on the downtown main street. Other than few minor road problems, smoke on both Chinook and White passes a good time had by all 14 folks.
Thank you Ron P for that report!
Check your Drivers License!
The process of renewing your Drivers License use to be quick and easy, however that is no longer the case. Renewal on site can take you several hours or more. In Kitsap County they list two locations for License renewal, Redwood Plaza in Bremerton and the Highway 305 Plaza in Poulsbo. Both sites handle the process differently with the Bremerton site processing strait License Renewals separately from the more lengthy Enhanced Process. I would recommend that you budget two hours of your time and at least $54 Dollars. Things you should know:
- If you are over 70, you must renew in person.
- On line reservations can be two months out.
- Renewal only in Bremerton will save you around an hour.
- Come prepared to have your pictures taken.
- Check the hours of operation, some days 8:30 others 09:30
- Got questions, you can call 360 902 3900.
Cruise In and Dine event announced!
Maynard’s Restaurant announces a new Friday night event. It will be held in the lower Parking Lot between 5:30 and 9:30 PM and will feature a number of specials.
Maynards announces Cars and Coffee
Maynard’s in Silverdale announces their Cars and Coffee Schedule. The events will run from 9-11 am on the following dates. Thank you Guns for sending me that info.
- 14 June
- 12 July
- 9 August
- 13 September
Racing at Roosevelt Field
I was looking at some old Photographs, courtesy of the good folks at the Kitsap History Museum, when I came across some of Racing at Memorial Field. I did some searching but could find nothing other than the Photos. If there is anyone out there that can point me toward more information, I would really appreciate it! Just drop me a note at cruisinkitsap@gmail.com
Grandpaw’s Wrench
This Wrench belonged to my Grandfather. He worked for Continental Can Company in Seattle back in the 20’s (that’s the 1920’s). I inherited his Machinist Tool Box years ago and this was one of the many tools inside. Every once in a while I get it out and use it. Should I drop that Wrench it will land on this Website somewhere. If you should find it and let me know where you found it, we will award you with a prize. Good Hunting!
Next Generation ?
If you are like me you may be wondering, where is that next generation of Car Guys and Gals coming from? Well the folks at SEMA have also been giving that some thought. They have launched a program called Take a Kid to a Car Show.
You can find out more on their Website https://www.sema.org/take-a-kid-to-a-car-show
Hit the road and ditch the Ethanol
We have all heard the horror stories of the old rides attacked by the addition of Ethanol to Gasoline. It is fixing to get even worse this fall when they add another 5% to the mix! Often attacking the earlier forms of rubber in Fuel Pumps and causing lots of corrosion in vehicles that sit for long periods. Non Ethanol fuel is available if you know where to look for it. Here is a link to the stations that supply non Ethanol fuel in our state. https://www.pure-gas.org/index.jsp?stateprov=WA