Over 100 vintage and modern cars were on display Saturday, Aug. 27, at the 17th annual car show fundraiser, hosted by the Federal Way Lions Club.

Shined to perfection and hoods popped, judges wandered the rows of cars to determine the winners in nearly 60 categories ranging from Best of Show, People’s Choice and Veterans’ Choice to Best Roadster, Best Motorcycle and Dazzling Display.

“It’s a little lean this year, but I’m told we put on a very good show,” said Bob Darrigan, Lions Club membership chair. Since its beginning, the car show fundraiser has generated over $142,000 in scholarships for local students, he said. This year adds approximately $9,500 to the scholarship funds.

Dozens of attendees cruised through The Commons mall lot, marveling at colorful hot rods and rebuilt rides by dedicated owners. Regardless of where car owners drove in from, the culture brought them together.

For Olympia resident Jaree Johnson, this was her first time entering her 2007 Dodge Magnum in a car show — and she walked away with her first win.

“She’s come a long way in a year,” Johnson said of her car. She got the car as a project to work on with her kids during the pandemic. Now, the family owns three similar vehicles to work on together and show off.

“The car community is really healthy for me,” she said about meeting people from all different backgrounds at car events. She even met one of her best friends because of a chance interaction at a car show. “After being in the pandemic, it brought me out of my shell.”

The winners from the 17th annual Federal Way Lions Car Show:

Best Pre-WWII: Tim Dorsey, 1931 Ford Roadster Pickup

Best of 1940s: Larry Stokes, 1947 Ford Coupe

Best of 1950s: Ed Calderina, 1950 Packard

Best of 1960s: Gordon Runge, 1964 Chevy Impala

Best of 1970s: Kirk Brochl, 1970 Dodge Dart

Best of 1980s: Tony Palagruti, 1986 Chevel Camino

25 Years & Newer (Stock): Jaree Johnson, 2007 Dodge Magnum

25 Years & Newer (Modified): Rave Baird, 2005 Dodge Magnum

Best Graphics: Kristy Kirsten, 2017 Mustang Shelby

Coolest Finish: Richard Simms,1979 Pontiac Trans Am

Hottest Flames: Regan McKiben, 1963 Mercury Comet

Dazzling Display: Warren Isserlis, 2015 Kia Optima

Best Interior: Dennis Hasard, 1955 Ford T-Bird

Best Hardtop: Valerie Pipkin, 1955 Buick Roadmaster

Best Convertible: Mike Fodes, 1967 Ford Mustang

Best Muscle Car: Russ Linford, 1938 Chevy Coupe

Extreme Power: Don Bear, 2020 Corvette

Best Hot Rod: Jim Toons Wilson, 1931 Model A Roadster

Coolest Wheels: Millers, 1965 Buick Riviera

Restoration in Progress: Robert Bass, 2000 Volkswagen Golf

Mechanic’s Delight: Scott McGowan, 2000 Jeep Cherokee

Daily Driver: Ramon Prado, 2007 Saturn Sky

Best Service Vehicle: Rick Franklin, 1965 Springfield Ambulance

Best Factory Original: Clint Downing, 1964 Chevy Convertible

Best Pick-Up 1959 & Earlier: Dennis Williams, 1957 Chevy Pick-Up

Best Pick-Up 1960 & Newer: Colt Everson, 1970 Chevy C10 Pick-Up

Best 4X4: Kyle Jorgensen, 2003 Chevy Tahoe

Best European Vehicle: Mike Home, 1980 Mercedes Benz

Best Asian Vehicle: Ray Croteau, 1973 Toyota Celica

Best Motorcycle: Marcie Williams, 2008 Harley

D’Elegance Award: Mario Pipkin, 1967 Cadillac Eldorado

Best Roadster: Kurt Weber, 1932 Ford Roadster

The Commons Choice: Duane Lodell, 1961 Ford Falcon

Columbia Bank Choice: Tramel Phillips, 2018 Cadillac

Lions Award: All City Fence, 1931 Ford Flatbed

Top Cop’s Choice: Jim Ross, 1969 Chevy Camaro

Mayor’s Award: All City Fence, 1931 Ford Model A

Judge’s Verdict: Al Taylor, 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner

Superintendent’s Choice: Randall Labrum, 1969 Dune Buggy

Lion George Cohee Memorial Award: Rich Marguss, 1968 Chevy Chevelle

Most Improved Safety Feature: Tauren Pipkin, 1972 Buick

Lion Carolyn Harestad Memorial Award: Rich Deutsch, 1971 Camaro

Best View Under the Hood: Lee Davidson, 1969 Camaro

2 Door Post: Bill Hilton, 1968 Chevelle

Sentimental Journey: Bob Gillium, 1933 Pontiac Coupe

Most Unique Steering Wheel: Mason Ramarainen, 2001 Volkswagen Golf

John Korosky Eagle Tire Memorial Award: Jim Granthum, 1939 Chevy Coupe

Homestreet Bank Choice: Julie Granski, 1964 Ford Mustang

All City Fence Choice: Randy Bauth, 1966 Ford Mustang

Pacific One Collision & Restoration: Kent Gibson, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Veterans Choice: Warren Isserlis, 2015 Kia Optima

Teenagers Choice: Kent Cultion, 1969 Super Bee

Ladies Choice: Warren Isserlis, 2015 Kia Optima

Seniors Choice: Don Bear, 2020 Corvette

People’s Choice: Warren Isserlis, 2015 Kia Optima

Best of Show: Don Bear, 2020 Corvette

Attendees marvel at vintage cars on Aug. 27. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

Jaree Johnson cleans her car on Aug. 27. Johnson won the 25 Years and New Stock model category with her 2007 Dodge Magnum. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Over 100 vehicles, new and old, gathered for the 17th annual Lions Club car show on Saturday, Aug. 27. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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