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Get ready to rev up your engines and celebrate Collector Car Appreciation Day on July 9! This day was started in 2009 by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) to recognize and appreciate the historical, cultural and technological significance of collector cars. Whether you are a car enthusiast or just admire classic cars, this is your chance to show some appreciation for these amazing vehicles. From muscle cars to vintage models, there's something special about collector cars that makes them stand out from the rest. So let's get out there and celebrate all things automotive!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of the Automobile</div><div class='timeline-text'>Karl Benz invented the first automobile, the Benz Patent-Motorwagen, marking the beginning of automotive history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1925</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Collector Car</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Ford Model T, widely regarded as the first affordable motorcar, ceased production in 1927. This marked the beginning of collector cars as nostalgic relics of the past.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Muscle Car Era</div><div class='timeline-text'>The release of the Chevrolet Bel Air marked the popularization of muscle cars, breathing new life into the collector car community.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1976</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Antique Car Clubs</div><div class='timeline-text'>Antique Automobile Club of America's growth reflected the increasing interest in collecting and preserving old cars.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Collector Car Appreciation Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) founded Collector Car Appreciation Day on July 9 to celebrate the historical, cultural and technological significance of collector cars.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a car show</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a car show and invite local collectors and admirers to come together and celebrate the beauty of collector cars. Make sure there are awards and prizes in place.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a drive in your collector car. Head out on an open road and enjoy the scenery, or take a scenic route for some sightseeing. Either way, it's sure to be a memorable experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a classic car museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit a classic car museum and admire the beauty of these historic vehicles. Learn about the history of each car and get up close to see them in all their glory.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a collector car club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join a collector car club and meet other enthusiasts like yourself. Meet up with other members for events, car shows, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Restore an old car</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you're feeling ambitious, why not restore an old car? Find an old classic and spend time restoring it to its original glory. It's sure to be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Collector cars are beautiful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether it's a classic muscle car like a '68 Mustang or a modern supercar like a Bugatti Veyron, collector cars are always amazing to look at. The beauty of their curves, the roar of the engine, and the feeling of being behind the wheel can't be beat!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Collector cars represent history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Each collector car is an example of its own history. Whether you're looking at an old Bugatti that won races in Italy 100 years ago, or a modern Ferrari that was designed by Pininfarina just five years ago - each one tells its own unique story and has been lovingly cared for by the generations that came before us.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Collector cars fuel our imaginations</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Seeing a collector car up close can fill your imagination with ideas of taking on twists and turns along mountain roads, or racing through empty highways on sunny days. Collector cars aren't just machines - they can ignite inspiration, draw memories, and bestow hope.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Car Restoration Can Increase Market Value Tremendously</h3><p class='facts-content'>Restoring a worn-out classic car to its original condition can significantly increase its value, making car restoration a lucrative hobby or business for many collector car enthusiasts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Unique Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) are Critical</h3><p class='facts-content'>Every collector car has an unique VIN which can give detailed information about the car's origin, model, and even specific features, providing invaluable data to collectors and enthusiasts alike.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Collector Cars Have an Effect on Cultural Influence</h3><p class='facts-content'>Collector cars often reflect the culture, technological advances, and design aesthetics of their time period, thus having a considerable cultural influence and leaving an imprint on society.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Ownership history can add extensive value to a collector car</h3><p class='facts-content'>Collectible cars owned by celebrities or significant figures in history tend to hold impressive value in the collector's market due to their unique provenance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Limited Production Highly Influences Collector Value</h3><p class='facts-content'>Collector cars produced in limited quantities or brands/models that are no longer in production tend to be highly appreciated on the collector's market due to their rarity.</p></div></div>
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