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HE FIRST TIME I SAW THEM, I WAS WALKING OUT OF WHITEFISH LAKE LODGE ON A BALMY, LATE-SUMMER DAY: VIN-
TAGE CARS, THREE OF THEM, PARKED IN FRONT OF THE BUILDING.
ey glimmered like diamonds in the light. ey were bright, curvaceous, and cared for like show horses or firstborn children. A small
crowd had gathered, and the onlookers were crossing their arms and smiling, rocking back on their heels and shaking their heads appreciatively.
e owners of the cars stood around and beamed, as well. ey were jovial, friendly, and thrilled to chat with admirers about the history of their
vehicles. Within minutes of interacting with them, it was apparent that these were folks who made a point of exploring often and exploring well.
e fact that they did it in beautiful classic cars didn't hurt, either.
I didn't know it then, but what I was seeing was a small portion of the Going to the Sun Vintage Car Rally, which winds through Montana ev-
ery September. One of the most notable vintage car gatherings in the country, the Going to the Sun Rally brings together vintage car aficionados
and their masterpieces and takes them on a five-day trip through the stunning landscapes of Montana and Canada.
is year's route, for example, snakes from Whitefish, out to Idaho, and up into British Columbia. e roads are scenic and winding, the couples
are friendly and enthusiastic, and the cars are jaw-droppingly pretty. Seeing them pass through town is not something you want to miss.
If you can't imagine anything better than cruising up Going to the Sun Road or driving through the vineyards of B.C.'s Okanagan region in a
classic Porsche, you're not alone. It's that kind of excitement the Going to the Sun Rally is dedicated to creating and supporting year after year.
by ASHLEY ARCEL photos by WILL BREWSTER
THE GOING TO THE SUN CLASSIC CAR RALLY:
Vintage
Cars
Under
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Big
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