Record-breaking turnout for Ingersoll’s final ‘Cops and Rodders’ Cruise Night

Dozens of vintage vehicles were on hand for the event, the final one of the season. (Kyrah Smith photo.)

Kyrah Smith, Echo Contributor

Ingersoll’s Cheese and Agricultural Museum hosted the final Cops and Rodders Cruise Night of the season on Sept. 9. Retro music blared, getting guests and car enthusiasts in the mood as they checked out a stunning lineup of hot rods.

The event, which ran from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., was free to attend and attracted a record-breaking crowd. More than 100 vehicles were on display, ranging from nostalgic classics like a 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie, 1933 Ford Window Coupe, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba, and 1972 Ford Pinto. Some cars featured serious modifications and upgrades, showcasing their owners’ personalities, while others maintained a more traditional and timeless look. A selection of modern vehicles was also on display for guests to appreciate.

“This is friggin’ fabulous for us,” remarked John McKim of the Cops and Rodders team. “This is a record for us since we took it over around four years ago, starting with 15 to 18 cars, to what we have here now,” he added.

Attendees were able to grab food from local vendor PB’s Fries or enjoy a frozen treat from Candy Licious. The Royal Canadian Legion also offered guests a barbecue option. A 50/50 draw added a bit of extra excitement for those in attendance. I visited the show with my father, and it definitely brought back some memories from his childhood. He pointed out several cars his cousin once owned and even recognized a few of the first vehicles my grandfather drove, which was very cool to see.