2007 CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

Two venues, three buildings, and several million dollars worth of cars; in it's 34th year the Canadian International Auto Show once again delivers just what everyone wants. Bigger than ever, this year's show covered 850,000 square feet, showcased over 1000 cars, had 150 vendors, and an expected attendance of more then 300,000 between February 16th and 25th.

The theme this year was "Fully Loaded" and the show certainly was. Some of the exhibits of note this year were Dodge's new 2008 Challenger, another blast from the past retro design that promises a trip down memory lane and no shortage of power in the higher end trim levels. Brammo Motorsports was onsite with the cure for the midlife crisis, the Ariel Atom. Although slightly less spectacular then it's Euro counterpart, the North American version still boasts an impressive 245hp wrapped up in a 1400lb. package. Lotus had the always awe inspiring Exige S on display. Audi brought the big guns with their RS4 and R8 models keeping us all drooling.

With the sun setting and my train departing I was left with a satisfied yet disappointed feeling. I saw so much, yet there was still more to see. For it's 35th year the CIAS will be a two day event, if not for all, then at least for this enthusiast.



Words and Photos courtesy of: George (Scourge)

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