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Join us for the 28th Rend Lake Car Show on September 8, 2018.  Over 175 vintage and classic vehicles will be on hand for visitors to enjoy.  Meet their owners, learn some tricks, and catch the car bug for yourself!  This event is fun for all ages with shops to browse and delicious restaurants featuring local favorites!

NEW FOR 2018
We will be broadcasting live from the event with the help of media sponsor, WQRL 106.3.  Great oldies music and announcements will be made over loudspeakers and also over the radio in every car!  You won't miss a minute of this great event!

Registration Information

Registration is available through our registration portal, or in the chamber office.  Previous attendees will receive forms by mail.  

Vendors

Booths can be set up spotlighting local vendors, businesses, and organizations!  

Registration Prizes and Door Prizes

​​We encourage you to pre-register for the Rend Lake Car Show by August 31st.  Registration includes a dash plaque, event shirt, goodie bag, and special prizes provided by local businesses and sponsors.

2017 prize winners

2017 Pre-Registration Prizes
  • Grand Prize was a 72in tool chest made by US General.  This prize is made possible by the folks at Harbor Freight Tool.
    Winner: Gary West, Benton
  • Second Prize was a Craftsman Garage Tool Set provided by Changing Seasons ACE Hardware.
    Winner: Gaylen Jackson, T'ville 
  • Third place was a YETI Cooler Bag provided by Changing Seasons ACE Hardware.
    Winner: Don Storey, Benton​

DEALERS CHOICE PRIZES
Chevrolet & GMC (Greg Weeks - Benton):  Don Ellis - 
Chevrolet & GMC (Jack Russell Fish Company):  Gary & Kay Wanglen - 1937 Chevrolet
Chevrolet & GMC (Auto Credit of Southern Illinois):  Margaret Corder - 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
Chrysler (Greg Weeks - Benton):  Gary Davis - Chrysler Prowler
Chrysler (Jack Russell Fish Company): David Newlon - Dodge Demon 340 
Chrysler (WQRL 106.3): Matt Zgonina - 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury Convertible 
Ford (Greg Weeks - Benton):  Rick Alegnani - 1930 Ford Sedan
Ford (Jack Russell Fish Company):  Bob Dillon - 1934 Ford Coupe
Ford (City of Benton):  James & Mary Emery 
Orphans (Greg Weeks - Benton):  Matthew Harrison - 1967 Oldsmobile 442
Orphans (Jack Russell Fish Company):  Gaylen Jackson - 1964 Oldsmobile Dymanic88
Orphans (Legence Bank):  Christian & Leroy Ingersol - 1941 Cadillac

Best in Show - All Stars N Stitches: Jamie Jones 

Mayor's Choice - Mayor Ron House of West City:  Unawarded
Mayor's Choice - Mayor Fred Kondritz of Benton:  Roger Appleton - 1956 Ford T-Bird 

Best Paint - Harbor Freight Tools:  Don Ellis - 
Best Interior - State Bank of Whittington: Rick Ryan - 1952 Ford Courier​
Best Engine - Changing Seasons ACE Hardware: Marvin Frick  
Club Participation - Benton Super Lube: Road Rebels - Sesser

50/50 Winner:  Jeremiah McCann

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Pictures

Pictures from the 2017 event are now available on the chamber's Facebook page.  Please tag your favorites!
​Images from 2016 event
Images from 2017 Event

Event information

If you have questions, please contact the Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce at info@BentonWestCityChamber.com or call 618-438-2121.