EVENT INFO – SUNDAY, AUGUST 11
July 16, 2019
The world famous Pomona Swap Meet is California’s premier classic car marketplace! Rain or shine, we swap. Thousands of classic cars for sale and on display! That’s right… with over 15 miles of classic cars, parts, accessories, and automobilia, we’ve got something for every car enthusiast. Whether you’re coming to buy, to sell, or just ...
Is An Air Filter That Important?
July 15, 2019
BY BLAIR LAMPE / ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED JULY 10, 2019 / NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTS ASSOCIATION / Anyone familiar with cars knows changing an engine air filter is an important part of routine maintenance, but why do engines need an air filter to begin with? Just why are they so important and how do they affect performance? No ...
Determining the Value of a Classic Car
June 28, 2019
Look at the Condition and History You love everything about your classic car: driving it around, showing it off, waxing it, and going to shows and talking to other classic car owners. But, occasionally, you wonder if you would like to sell it. You may have had it for 10 or 20 years… what’s it ...
Bringing Your Car To the Mechanic, Even if You’re a Do-It-Yourselfer
June 18, 2019
Do-it-yourselfers take pride in the fact that they can fix practically anything around the house, from garden equipment to the family car and everything in between. As a DIYer, you might know how to check and replace your brakes, but the question is: At what point should you take your car to the mechanic?...
How To Preserve Car Battery Life
June 17, 2019
BY MATTHEW C. KEEGAN / ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED MAY 2, 2019 / NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTS ASSOCIATION / Your car battery is weak and you don’t know what is draining it. Likely, a combination of reasons is a factor here, including extreme weather and your driving habits. With care, you can extend battery life beyond the usual few years that it’s ...
The Nu Minis: LA Style Mini Trucks Are Back!
May 22, 2019
When it comes to automotive history, every decade adds it’s own chapter to the story. On Sunday, June 2nd, the Pomona Swap Meet is happy to be showcasing an important part of SoCal’s car culture from the 1980s. That’s right… the Nu Minis Truck Club will be posted up on the Main Aisle in our ...
All-American Muscle Comes to Pomona
May 22, 2019
The California Muscle Car Consortium was featured on the Main Aisle at the April 2019 Pomona Swap Meet… and they cruised in with some fierce American muscle. From blue ovals to bowties and some wicked Mopar, all of the Big Three were well-represented! The Consortium is an association of several muscle car groups from Los ...
Causes of Gasoline Smell in a Car: How to Identify and Address Them
May 6, 2019
BY WARREN CLARKE / ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED APRIL 29, 2018 / NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTS ASSOCIATION / Do you smell gas in your vehicle when you’re behind the wheel? There are many causes of gasoline smell in a car, and some of these are minor. However, in some cases, this smell could be triggered by a major issue ...
Tips & Tricks: Taking Awesome Pics of Your Classic Car
April 26, 2019
We all love looking at classic cars, but unless you’re a professional photographer, taking a picture never seems to convey just how cool your car is. Art worthy shots of your classic car should be easy to take! With these quick tips, you can go from boring everyday snaps to awesome posters in the making ...
The Tools Needed to Change Brakes
April 9, 2019
BY NICOLE WAKELIN / ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED MARCH 25, 2018 / NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTS ASSOCIATION / Many of the tools needed to change brakes are probably sitting in your toolbox or garage already. If not, purchasing these tools is something of an investment since most can be used for a multitude of other tasks. Here are the ...
The California Muscle Car Consortium
April 5, 2019
There’s nothing like a classic American muscle car to get your blood pumping. Speed, power, and good looking cars… that’s what it’s all about! And that’s why we’re excited to be hosting the California Muscle Car Consortium at our show on Sunday, April 14th! The California Muscle Car Consortium is an association of several muscle ...
Exhaust Smoke Color Diagnosis: Blue, Black or White?
April 4, 2019
BY BLAIR LAMPE / ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED JUNE 1, 2016 / NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTS ASSOCIATION / Like a patient who exhibits certain symptoms when they’re sick, your car has ways of telling you it isn’t well. Although most of the time you need a mechanic’s tool set and know-how to fix the problem, there are a few ...