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Joe Little
Pierce Cody, 11, a proud owner of a 2001 Jeep Cherokee, is among the many people that are captivated by modifying and refining every part of their vehicle. For Cody,
every part of a car is a chance for him to customize it in his own way. His Jeep has undergone numerous upgrades for maximum off-road potential, including the addition of a lift kit, a stinger bumper, and trail grapplers. On weekends you can find Cody deep in the woods with many other jeeps driven by people just like him.
“No matter what I’m doing, I enjoy it, whether it’s driving, working on cars, or hanging out at a car show,” Cody said.
Cars is a big part in Cody’s life because his family and friends share the same interest as him. Car culture is example of communities connecting people with the same interests.
“My family and our friends have always had big trucks and race cars, so for me it is just another part of my life,” Cody said.
Ryan Main
When it comes to cars, speed and power is something that grabs the attention of many, including Joe Little, 11. He has been involved with his car hobby for his entire life,
since before he can remember. His car hobby is something that he shares with many of his friends at Edgewood.
“I’ve always liked cars since before I can remember,” Little said.
Today’s muscle cars bring more horsepower and force than ever before. Little’s interest in cars derives from the raw power from under the hood. He boasts a 2006 Dodge Charger STR8, and digs the power behind American made cars.
“I like horsepower, like pure rubber burning horsepower,” Little said.
His car is special because its model is the only one with a 6.1 liter v8 engine, and it is the first generation of Chargers to have four doors. Out of over 16,000 Chargers made between 2005-2010, his is one of six-hundred with a brilliant-black paint job.
Pierce Cody
For Ryan Main, 12, satisfaction comes from restoring an old and rotten car to a fully refurbished and working antique. His car had a very humble start when he bought his
1976 International Harvester Scout II for $500, and started from scratch. Many hours and dollars were spent towards getting the car into working, drivable shape.
“On my car I have fixed all leaks, replaced all fluids, put on a soft top, put seatbelts in, lifted it, put new tires on it, sprayed primer on it, and replaced countless worn parts. It is currently being painted blue,” Main said.
Like many others who share this hobby, Main is fascinated by the story behind cars. He loves the fact that his car was an essential part of American culture nearly half a century ago.
“My favorite thing about cars is learning about them. I learn not only about how they work and how to work on them, but also the history of them,” Main said. 8