Dana Point Lantern District Car Show Continues Despite Rain

Despite the rain, Del Prado filled with classic cars, motorcyclists and visitors on Sunday, Oct. 23 for the Dana Point Lantern District Car Show.

Along Del Prado Chevrolets, Fords, Woodies and more filled the streets to participate in the event.

Members of Dana Hills High School Choir sang the National Anthem, while members of the Dana Point Post #9934 Colorguard presented the colors.

The event was held by the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce and volunteers from BlueChip Motors and the VFW assisted with parking and loading the vehicles.

There were more than 20 awards given during the car show. Below is a list of winners.

Best in Show: Kelly Brians, a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette

People’s Choice: John Coon, 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger

Best in Show-Motorcycle: Mr. Espinoza, 1988 Harley Davidson FLX

People’s Choice-Motorcycle: El Jeffe Racing, Kawaski KZ 400

Mayor’s Cup: Ray Malzo, 1956 Ford Fairlane

Best Restored American: Walt Koshko, 1967 Jaguar XKE Roadster

Best Restored Foreign: Dave Looney, 1964 Volkswagon Bug

Duel Winners Best Woodie: John Phillips, a 1940 Ford Woodie and a 1939 Ford Woodie

Best Paint-Motorcycle: Enzo Scognamiglio, 2016 Indian Chieffen Classic

Best New Generation: Doug Greene, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielango

Best Truck: Edward Rice, 1951 Chevrolet 1500 5 Window

Best Sedan: Dick Bennett, 1935 Chevrolet Sedan

Best Engine: Mark Bann, 1953 Studebaker Champion

Best Interior: John McKinstry, 1955 Chevrolet 210 Post

Coolest Convertible: Bob Hall, 1968 Chevrolet Camero SS

Sweetest Ride: Ira Horwitz, 1955 Chevrolet Hard Top

Best Daily Driver: Steven Fish, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingrey

Best for Sale: Tim McDonald, 1964 Ford Fairlane

Best Flames: Golria Lombardi, 1957 Chevrolet Bel-Air

Best Pinstripe: Frank Valez, 1946 Ford Sedan Delivery

Best Survivor: Dick Zorker, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Best Work in Progress: Brent Hayzlett, 1957 Ford F-150

The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce held a car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

Members of the Dana Hills High School Choir sang the National Anthem during the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce’s car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce held a car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

Baby, a 4-year-old Jack Russell Terrior, hung out in her owner’s car during the Lantern District Car Show on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce held a car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

John Coon of Irvine received the People’s Choice award during the Lantern District Car Show on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce held a car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

Enzo Scognamiglio was the winner of the Best Paint in the motorcycle category during the Dana Point Lantern District Car Show on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce held a car show along Del Prado on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett

Ray Malzo received the Mayor’s Cup for his 1956 Ford Fairlaine during the Dana Point Lantern District Car Show on Sunday, Oct. 23. Photo: Kristina Pritchett