The Route 66 Centennial Capital Cruise later this month in Tulsa reached its goal of 3,000 classic-vehicle registrations a few days ago.
Fox 23 in Tulsa reports that registration No. 3,000 was a 1973 Ford Mustang owned by Mike Smith of Collinsville, Oklahoma.
Smith said, “I can’t believe I was car number 3,000 to register. When I first heard about Capital Cruise in Tulsa, I knew I had to be a part. It’s a thrill and an honor to play a part in what is hopefully a world-record-setting effort to celebrate 100 years of Route 66. My ’73 Mustang is gassed up and ready to roll!”
As of April 29, the registration total reached 3,045.
Those who wish to participate can still register here, as long as the vehicle you’re driving in the parade dates to 1996 or older.
With that announcement, it appears the event on May 30 will shatter the Guinness World Record for the largest classic-car parade of 2,491 cars.
A Capital Cruise Expo and Tailgate will precede the parade at Expo Square in Tulsa on May 28 and 29. The expo will host driver check-ins, vendors and Route 66 attractions. The tailgate event will offer live music and more.
The parade departs from Expo Square at 8 a.m. on May 30. The route runs from 11th Street and Yale Avenue to 10th Street and Elgin Avenue near downtown — about 3 1/2 miles.
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Sounds fantastic!