1957 Packard. Hot August Nights—Reno, Nev.

Stanley Wanless, Hot August Nights (110)
As a child, Stanley Wanlass once expressed his passion for cars by carving them out of soap. Today Wanlass, a member of the Automotive Fine Arts Society (AFAS), conveys this passion with beautiful bronze rolling sculptures. His personal auto collection ranges from Bugattis, Alfas to Auburns, Indy Cars, Ferraris and Hot Rods.

The Rock `n' Roll era was the age of innocence and prosperity—and of the coolest cars ever seen. Every August the 50s and 60s come alive again in Reno, Nevada, with "Hot August Nights." Young and old relive the wonderful days of drive-in movies, cruisin' on Main Street and boppin' at the malt shop. Those who attend can even drag race legally at the Cruisin' Café. The event is topped off with a classic car parade, and anyone with a classic vehicle, 1972 or older, can participate.

Stanley Wanlass Facts:

• With a BFA and MA in Art, Wanlass has taught in schools in the US and abroad, including the European Art Academy.
  
• His sculptures can be seen in prestigious museums and private collections worldwide.
  
• Most of his sculptures range in price from $45,000 to as high as $70,000.
  
• During the 1950s he built two 1932 Ford hot rods, which he showed and raced.

Resources:

Stanley Wanlass—official website.
www.stanleywanlass.com

Automotive Fine Art Society—official website

The Art of the Automobile: 100 Greatest Cars by Dennis Adler

The Complete Book of Collectible Cars: Blue Chip Auto Investments Publication International 2000

Hot August Nights Facts:

• The 2003 Hot August Nights is scheduled for August 3-10.
  
• To register your 1972 or older American/European car at this event costs $110, which includes participation in the parade and a complete car package.

Resources:

Hot August Nights
1425 East Greg Street, Sparks, NV 89431
775-356-1956, 775-356-1957 (fax)
info@hotaugustnights.net, www.hotaugustnights.net

Super Stock: Drag Racing the Family Sedan by Larry Davis

Vintage and Historic Drag Racers by Robert Genat

Hot Rods and Customs of the 1960s by Andy Southard

Reno.com— Events of the Hot August Nights week and other stuff to do in Reno
www.reno.com