The 45th Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Boise Roadster Show concluded at Expo Idaho on March 12, 2017. Presented by Les Schwab Tires, the Best of Show – Goldmark winner was Ron Maier from Hillsboro, Ore.
In impressive fashion, both Aaron Atnip and Mark Spurlock with A & M Deluxe Customs swept their third Goldmark title. Under for construction for quite a number of years, the 1957 Chevy Nomad is called “SHOWMAD”.
Selected as the 36th recipient of the prestigious Master-Builder award, Mickey Ellis from West Point, Utah, graciously accepted the special honor. He was also part of the 60th Anniversary celebration of the Stag’s car club, winning Best Club Display.
2017 Boise Roadster Show results:
Goldmark and Best Custom – Ron Maier, Hillsboro, Ore., 1957 Nomad
Essence of Cool and Best Rod – Tom Zink, Gresham, Ore., 1941 Ford
Trendsetter and Best Street Machine/Comp – Tim Kerrigan, Sonoma, Calif., 1957 Chevy
Best Restored – Terry Richards, Meridian, 1968 Shelby GT-500
People’s Choice and Best Truck – John Rydzewski, Oregon City, Ore., 1955 Ford F-100
Best Bike – Pete Reed, Boise, 1913 Indian
Firerod – Dennis Akers, Post Falls, 1931 Ford Vicky
Mighty Fine – Wally Belt, Salem, Ore., 1937 Ford
Tompkins Pick – Michael Mongiello, Eagle, 1936 Ford
Jack’s Pick – John Griffin, New Plymouth, Chevy convertible
The Wild One and Long Distance – Gordon Tronson, Las Vegas, Nev., 1962 Econoline
Club Display – Stag’s car club, Roy, Utah