Beginnings of a Legacy
The story of Eldridge’s classic car collection began in the late 1950s with the arrival of a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. This iconic car, known for its chrome-lined fins and a powerful V8 engine, was the first to be showcased on Main Street. Its presence sparked a passion for classic cars in the town. The Bel Air, with its 283 cubic inch (4.6 L) Turbo-Fire V8 engine and a Rochester Ramjet fuel injection, was a marvel of its time, embodying the spirit of post-war America’s automotive excellence.