13th Annual Cruise-In

Whether you are a classic car buff or souped-up automobile enthusiast, don’t miss the D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling Thirteenth Annual Cruise-In, on Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hundreds of cars will be on display, coming from all over the country, as well as music, food and prizes.

 “Being brought up in a philanthropic family, after my baby was so well cared for by University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital in 2012, I knew I wanted to give back,” says owner and D&S President C.J. Paterniti. “One of my twin daughters experienced breathing problems and at 2 a.m had to be transferred to Rainbow. She was there for 21 days with my wife going back and forth between there and the hospital where my other daughter was still at. It really hit home with both of us how well the medical staff and hospital treats families and their young patients.”

The Cruise-In includes a Gift Raffle and 50/50 raffle. At the end of the day, the generous Paterniti family writes a check to match all the funds raised, and the number on the check has grown each year. Since the event began, more than $227,000 has been raised. 

“Prizes are awarded for different classes that include vintage, classic, modern, future classic, classic truck 4x4, performance truck, best paint job and best in show,” says C.J. “Last year’s best in show was a 1949 Ford Truck. The level of detail is incredible.”

Instead of standard trophies, he says best of show receives a custom painted tool box and first place winners receive custom painted trash cans that people who work with cars would appreciate. Others receive trophies made from real engine parts. 

“It’s humbling and heart-warming to see how many people pitch in, care so much and see our purpose,” says C.J. “My family is deeply grateful to our employees, who donate their time, our sponsors and the whole community for supporting this event along the way.”

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling is located at 7588 Tyler Boulevard in Mentor. To register your car, or for more information, call 440-602-5223 or visit DSAutoCruisein.com. The first 150 cars registered receive a commemorative dash plaque and goodie bag.