Liberty Township, Ohio – It’s funny, last time we were at this particular Cars & Coffee event, it was unseasonably cool. Now this past weekend, the script was flipped and temperatures would eventually peak over 90 degrees later in the day.
Suffice it to say, we were glad to be in a cool, covered parking garage while we sipped our morning coffee.
And we’re doubly-glad we came because we got to see some really cool rides, like an Aston Martin V8 Vantage and a rare Jaguar XJ12. And of course, we took-in a steady diet of classic Detroit steel and late model muscle too.
Take a break from the heat and check out the pics below.
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C5 Corvette fans know what “FRC” means here. (Image/OnAllCylinders)While we’re not entirely sure, this 944 seems to be wearing the elusive “Monaco Blue” paint—a somewhat rare shade from Porsche. Whatever the formal name is, it’s gorgeous. (Image/OnAllCylinders)There were a pair of Roush-tuned S197 Mustangs in attendance too… (Image/OnAllCylinders)…Red or black, we’re good either way. (Image/OnAllCylinders)(Image/OnAllCylinders)We love seeing third-gen F-bodies at car shows—particularly if they’re wearing those stock wheels. *Chef’s Kiss* (Image/OnAllCylinders)This is no ordinary Jaguar saloon, it’s an XJ12. Under its hood rests a glorious 6.0L V12 engine, which made it the last Jag model available with a V12. Over in Europe, the car was marketed as the Daimler Double Six, hence the license plate. (Image/OnAllCylinders)(Image/OnAllCylinders)The answer. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Given that the event was hosted by a Mustang Club, it was no surprise to see so many clean Pony cars. (Image/OnAllCylinders)This is a 2023 Camaro Pace Car replica, made for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500. If you’re into pace car replicas, check out our Top 10 Indy Pace Car list here. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Lowered with louvered fender skirts and lake pipes—this ’50 Merc is a clinic in lead sled anatomy. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Our recurring entry in the “should have bought one when we had the chance” category. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Yup, a legit Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Look closely and you’ll see an LS swap tucked in there. (Image/OnAllCylinders)Judging from the amount of Hot Rod Power Tour swag we spotted inside, this tough ’55 eats up plenty of miles. (Image/OnAllCylinders)(Image/OnAllCylinders)A final hat tip to the Tri-State Mustang/Ford Club of Greater Cincinnati and Cars & Coffee Liberty Center team for another great event. (Image/OnAllCylinders)(Image/OnAllCylinders)
Paul is the editor of OnAllCylinders. When he's not writing, you'll probably find him fixing oil leaks in a Jeep CJ-5 or roof leaks in an old Corvette ragtop. Thanks to a penchant for vintage Honda motorcycles, he spends the rest of his time fiddling with carburetors and cleaning chain lube off his left pant leg.
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