I was born into the car guy lifestyle. Building and showing VW’s and a handful of random British cars was a big thing in my family. As much as I love looking at and working on cars, I enjoy driving them even more. So when I was asked by sponsor McKay Wealth Management if I’d like to document the annual Tour Du Jour, how could I say no?
The 2012 Tour Du Jour, which benefits America’s Car Museum and Seattle Children’s Hospital, is part of a weekend of activities surrounding the Kirkland Concours d’Elegance. Invites were sent out to local clubs, and they brought out some amazing vintage and modern sports cars for a 100 mile tour of some of the best country roads the Puget Sound has to offer.
The day started off at LeMay – America’s Car Museum and it was hard not to notice the large variety of cars that had gathered for the drive. From an early 1950′s MGTD, to cutting-edge automobiles like the Lexus LFA, it was a good mix of new and old. After a quick driver’s meeting, we were off for a great drive on some amazing roads throughout Kitsap County. The day culminated at McCormick Woods Golf Course for lunch and a chance to talk with other enthusiasts.
I spent most of the day looking through the lens, so I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. Enjoy.
See the entire set of photos (over 200!) on Flickr.
Have fun in your garage!
September 29th, 2012 at 7:41 am
Very nice photos… phots are a moment , a window that often opens and closes quickly. Great job capturing those windows..!
October 1st, 2012 at 8:50 am
Thanks Ed. It was a fun day of driving and a good excuse to try out my new lens.
October 31st, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Finally found some pics from the day, any more floating around?
Great shots!
November 2nd, 2012 at 7:27 am
Thanks Justin. There are over 200 photos from that day on our Flickr account.
January 22nd, 2013 at 4:29 pm
John,
Can you send me the contact info for the photographer? I may have some cool car related projects for him . .
I trust that you are getting my contact if I am entering my mail address?? If not I can check back in a wee bit and see if you responded.
January 23rd, 2013 at 9:43 am
Hi Justin. John is the photographer… I will forward him your contact info!