RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The National Automobile Museum will spotlight Northern Nevada’s vibrant lowrider culture with a special flash exhibit featuring 20 locally owned lowriders from a variety of car clubs. The exhibit will be installed this Saturday, December 20, and will be on display through January 8.
Curated by Richard Lopez, founder of the Frame Off Family car club, this limited-time display showcases an impressive range of vehicles spanning nearly six decades, from a 1940 Buick Special and a 1951 GMC 3100 to iconic Chevrolet Impalas, Cadillacs, and custom trucks. Representing clubs such as Frame Off Family, Viejitos Car Club, Street Wise Car Club, USO Car Club, Guilty Pleasures Car Club, Untouchable Car Club, and others, the exhibit highlights the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of the lowrider movement.
Visitors will see vehicles featuring hydraulic suspension systems, full frame-off restorations, custom paint and murals, engraved and gold-plated details, chromed undercarriages, and meticulously restored engines. Together, the cars reflect decades of dedication, technical skill, and personal expression rooted in community and tradition…