Emokhare Paul Anthony
Daily Herald
An array of century-old to almost new cars were on display at the Northern Lights Casino on Friday as the Klassic Kruizer Kar Klub annual show returned to Prince Albert.
The show that has been in existence for the last 26 years was founded by Sheldon Novak with a group of automobile enthusiasts based in Prince Albert.
“The Klassic Kruizer Kar Klub was established in 1988 by a group of car enthusiasts who wanted a family and community-oriented organization,” Novak said during Friday’s show. “I had the vision of a car club, but the membership kept the dream of the club alive. They have been fantastic.”
The annual show has come a long way since its first appearance back in 1988, when 20 cars were on display. Friday’s show had hundreds of vehicles in attendance, while classic car owners from Melfort, Nipawin, Saskatoon, Shellbrook, and a host of other communities drove in to display their vehicles.
Klassic Kruizers Kar Klub is Prince Albert but welcomes classic car owners and enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds to join the show.
“The car show used to be a Friday evening show before it was moved to Saturday and now it’s back to the original day,” Novak said. “The cars you see here are from all over the province.
The club’s mission is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where members can share their passion for classic cars and participate in events and gatherings whether you are a seasoned collector or just getting started.
Novak said it’s also a great way to see old friends and acquaintances.
“It’s a combination of a whole reunion when we get together,” he said.
Club president Les Nemish said the Klassic Kruizers pride themselves on being a friendly and welcoming community of car enthusiasts who are committed to preserving the heritage of classic cars for future generations.
Nemish said they’ve been grateful for the partnership with Northern Lights Casino, which provides the space for car lovers to park their vehicles and show them off.
Nemish and Novak both said many club members have purchased or restored the car they wish they could have afforded when they were in high school. For others, like Nemish, who was there with his son, it’s a chance to pass skills off to the next generation.
“If you are the type that grew up either with a granddad or dad who loved cars and grew that interest, you might want to take after your granddad or dad,” Nemish explained.
Nemish said he hadn’t had a chance to tour the show himself, but guessed the oldest car on the grounds was over 100 years old.
Friday’s show was free to enter and free for spectators to attend. There was also live music and food for those in attendance.
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