Those from out of town, or those of you who don’t follow the local truck scene, might be wondering why I keep making reference to a show called ‘Vanfest‘.
Well, despite it’s name Vanfest isn’t just a refuge for ‘vanners’ who like heart shaped windows and velour interiors, it’s also a haven for minitruckers who enjoy a good party.
Dubbed as Canada’s largest custom truck event and, being a person who likes mini trucks (and the occasional refreshing beverage), Vanfest seems like an awesome time and every year I don’t attend I feel like I’ve missed out on something awesome.
One day I’m sure the stars will align and I will be able to make it out to Aylmer to take the show in first hand but until then I’ll just have to continue to live vicariously through the photos and videos of others.
Today’s coverage comes courtesy of Kristina Doyle who you might remember as the person behind the lens of the Taylor’d 57 feature.
Hearses, Trucks, and Vans
Might as well start this with the reason you are all here, to see sweet, sweet vans.
Oddly enough I was watching an interview with Bill Murray about Ghostbusters 3 yesterdayJust a different shaped RV from the looks of itThe Cosmic Cruiser, over 36 feet of van built by Ivan BenicClassic Ford EconolineBeside Vannin' in the dictionaryI would like to see this van go up a steep hill, but I would not want to be behind it when it doesOff Road capability for the whole family
Trucks
I’m a big first gen s-truck guy so forgive me if I selected a lot of them from Kristina’s coverage.
So close to what was my dream s-10 BlazerJeff's Tiki truck has one of the longest build threads on s10forum I've ever read, look for it in the next build thread Theme TuesdayPretty sure I remember this truck from my days on the Low Class forumsBodiedJay's truck has one of the most unique paint jobs in the areaAfter not having a heck of a lot of luck looking for a first gen I began to consider and like Xtreme'sStreet Outlawz second genThrow some D'sSteve's laid out GMC, look for a photo of it in the next Performance In Motion magazineGeoff's MazdawgMazdillac?Hardbody on Escalade wheels, always liked this lookKristina's own Ranger, recently Z'd at Taylor'd customs so it lays out flatAnother badass lookin' RangerC-c-c-c-combo breakerParty mobileDumpedThis Dodge is pretty long but I bet if you put it beside the Caravan up top it looks like a reg cab/box truckThey Taylor'd 57 which later doubled as a tow truck for the vehicle belowThis was the Ford it was towingNothing but love for this truck, very nice buildHard to see here but I have always loved the tilted plate in the front of this truck, the eyebrows are a unique touch tooThe Bronco II known as Bronc-ObamaSuch a unique build, hope to see it this year
I’ve been saying it for 3 years now but maybe next year I can keep my schedule clear and head out to Aylmer…
Those vans are ridonkulous!What are those T-shaped things sticking out the top of the Caravan?
That Dodge RV looks like it’s set up to tow a matching RV or car carrier trailer.
Every once in a while I spot a classic van, last summer I saw one in Moncton, it had “Cruisin’ Fantasy” airbrushed on the sides!
sweet !!!hope theres a part 2 comin’ **wink**
Let me know what show and where and i will be there
Those vans are ridonkulous!What are those T-shaped things sticking out the top of the Caravan?
That Dodge RV looks like it’s set up to tow a matching RV or car carrier trailer.
Every once in a while I spot a classic van, last summer I saw one in Moncton, it had “Cruisin’ Fantasy” airbrushed on the sides!
I immediately thought Starship Enterprise, but I am a bit of a nerd.
2nd that Chris “wiiiiink” if u know what I mean LOL
that wacky van should be a part of WTF fridays!! @James yes indeed as these photos only scratch the surface……… lol