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Don’t miss these photos of some of the more than 200 models on display

By Tyler Halliday

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Tom Thoren of Minnetonka, Minnesota, built his custom ’59 Ford Galaxie convertible using an AMT 1/25 scale kit as a starting point. He augmented it with Continental skirts, louvers, and hood scoop. He draped the Galaxie in Tamiya Metallic Blue from the spray can.

The Minnesota Street Rod Association’s annual Back to the ’50s Weekend celebrated its 49th year on Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25, 2023. Nearly 10,000 street rods, customs, classics, and restored vehicles dating from 1964 and older blanketed the streets of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for the three-day event filled with automobiles, fun, music, and a scale model contest. More than 70 participants from across the U.S. showcased 218 models. Awards were presented in 16 judged categories and People’s Choice. Plus, this year, “Big Daddy” Ed Roth’s son, Cody Roth, presented special awards for his favorite “Roth Picks.” Here’s a sampling of what there was to see!