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Permian GM Car Show NOV 2025: Car Culture in New Mexico.



The car show in Hobbs, New Mexico brought together a blend of nostalgia, raw power, and modern automotive artistry. Classic American muscle cars lined the pavement, their chrome grilles and deep-throated exhaust notes pulling in anyone within earshot. Each hood told a story—of a proud owner, of decades spent preserving history, and of the The annual car show in Hobbs, New Mexico brought together a blend of nostalgia, raw power, and modern automotive artistry. Classic American muscle cars lined the pavement, their chrome grilles and deep-throated exhaust notes pulling in anyone within earshot. Each hood told a story—of a proud owner, of decades spent preserving history, and of the timeless appeal that only a ’68 Chevelle or a first-gen Mustang can deliver. The sun hit the polished paint in a way that made every curve feel alive, like these cars weren’t just machines but memories with wheels.




Just a few steps away, the current generation of American muscle stood boldly in contrast. Sleek Chargers, Camaros, and Mustangs showcased how far engineering has come without losing the identity that built them. Their LED lights, throaty modern V8s, and performance-tuned suspensions drew younger crowds who admired the blend of technology and attitude. Nearby, JDM imports brought their own energy—high-revving engines, meticulous builds, and a culture rooted in precision and individuality. The mix of styles created a rare harmony, proof that car passion crosses every border and generation.





What truly stood out, though, was the feel of the crowd. You could sense a shared heartbeat—families passing down stories, friends debating turbo vs. supercharger setups, and strangers bonding over the smell of race fuel and clear-coat. It reminded everyone that car culture is more than horsepower numbers or brand loyalty; it’s a living, breathing community built on passion. In Hobbs, the show wasn’t just an event—it was a celebration of the deep, enduring spirit of American car enthusiasts and the diverse world that continues to grow around them. appeal that only a ’68 Chevelle or a first-gen Mustang can deliver. The sun hit the polished paint in a way that made every curve feel alive, like these cars were. This Car Culture in New Mexico!n’t just machines but memories with wheels.

Just a few steps away, the current generation of American muscle stood boldly in contrast. Sleek

White Ford Mustang wheel and sticker.

White sports cars with open hoods in a parking lot under a clear blue sky. People stand nearby, a relaxed outdoor atmosphere.

Interior of a vintage convertible with white leather seats and detailed dashboard. Open hood reveals the engine. Sunny day with parked cars nearby.

Blue vintage car with hood open at a car show, alongside red and black vehicles. Sunny day, concrete lot, building in the background.

Open hood of a blue caprice reveals a chrome 327 engine at a car show. Another car with open hood visible in the background. Bright sunlight.

Blue classic car with open hood at a car show; shiny chrome details, Chevrolet emblem, BFGoodrich tires. Bright sunny day.

Convertible car interior with purple seatbelts, tan and black seats, and turquoise patterned panels. "Washateria Laundry" truck visible outside.

A white car with hood open shows engine, parked near a van with "Washaway Laundry" text. Background includes a classic car on a trailer.

Blue Nissan R32 Skyline with a spoiler and "SKY32" plate parked in a sunny lot. People and a red car in the background. Clear sky above.

Orange vintage truck with hood open, parked on a sunny street. Shine on chrome details; "ESR" visible on the front plate. Bright, clear day.

Open hood of a orange truck reveals a shiny engine with chrome details, set against a matching orange background. Bright sunlight emphasizes details.

Orange vintage pickup with the hood open, parked near a Walgreens sign. Sunny day, other vehicles in background, urban setting.

Close-up of a Buick Grand National car's sleek wheel with a shiny, intricate black and silver rim design. Sunlight casts shadows on the pavement.

Two classic cars with open hoods under a clear blue sky, parked on asphalt. A modern building is in the background.

Buck Grand National interior with a vintage dashboard, black steering wheel, and gray seats. Sunlight filters through, highlighting retro design.

Buick Grand National engine close-up with visible components and wiring under an open hood. Sunlight highlights the metallic parts and red battery.

Black Chevrolet SS car with New Mexico plate "3899" in parking lot. Clear sky, people nearby, trees in background, sunny day.

A black Pontiac Trans Am with gold detailing is parked in a dealership lot. People are gathered in the background under a clear blue sky.

Close-up of a Nissan Skyline R32 engine with visible blue hoses and exposed components. "TWIN CAM 24VALVE" text, set in a sunny outdoor background.

Classic Chevy silver car with an open hood displayed at a car show, parked on asphalt. Blue sky and building facade in the background.

Nissan 350Z sports car parked between laundry van and silver SUV in sunny lot. Traffic cone nearby. "Washaway Laundry" text on van.

Nissan Silva  interior with black seats, red checkered mats, and a dashboard-mounted plush toy. Sunlight highlights a steering wheel without the wheel portion.

Close-up of a shiny, orange VW Bug classic car with chrome details and a round headlight, parked on asphalt with another car in the background.

A Nissan Silvia with an open hood is flanked by a silver SUV and a red vintage car in a parking lot, with trees in the background.

Nissan Silvia engine close-up with red and silver components, displayed at an outdoor car show. Bright sunlight highlights details.

Convertible Chevy Corvette  interior, black leather seats, silver and black steering wheel with logo, gear stick, and touchscreen in sunlight.

Orange VW Bug with a black roof parked under bright sunlight. Nearby, other cars and people can be seen in a parking lot setting.

White Chevy Corvette with open engine hood and trunk in a parking lot. Another car nearby. Sunny day with people in the background.

Red Corvette engine displayed under a glass cover, featuring prominent Corvette text. Background shows a partially visible yellow car.

Close-up of a sleek black car interior with a Corvette logo on the steering wheel. Sunlit dashboard, gray and black seating, and visible text mat.

2025 Corvette C8 with yellow stripes and open hood on display in a sunny parking lot. Other cars with open hoods in the background.

2025 Corvette C8 with yellow stripes and open hood on display in a sunny parking lot. Other cars with open hoods in the background.

Black Cadillac with hood open, showcasing engine. Texas plate reads "EVIL-V." Parked near white car in sunny lot with trees in background.

Chargers, Camaros, and Mustangs showcased how far engineering has come without losing the identity that built them. Their LED lights, throaty modern V8s, and performance-tuned suspensions drew younger crowds who admired the blend of technology and attitude. Nearby, JDM imports brought their own energy—high-revving engines, meticulous builds, and a culture rooted in precision and individuality. The mix of styles created a rare harmony, proof that car passion crosses every border and generation.

What truly stood out, though, was the feel of the crowd. You could sense a shared heartbeat—families passing down stories, friends debating turbo vs. supercharger setups, and strangers bondi

ng over the smell of race fuel and clear-coat. It reminded everyone that car culture is more than horsepower numbers or brand loyalty; it’s a living, breathing community built on passion. In Hobbs, the show wasn’t just an event—it was a celebration of the deep, enduring spirit of American car enthusiasts and the diverse world that continues to grow around them.

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