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The 10th annual San Jose Car and Truck Show was a massive success this year, raising an impressive $13,000 for the Bishop John J. Snyder Community Center. The event took place at St. Augustine’s Dupont Station Shopping Center on Saturday, April 5, and showcased 80 vehicles spanning various types and eras, spread across 12 different categories. Attendees were also treated to a special display of five vehicles from the First Florida Chapter of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association.

This milestone event has brought the total funds raised by the show, initially launched in 2016 by Joe DeSalvo, to over $85,000 for The San Jose Apartments for seniors, with DeSalvo himself serving as the show’s honorary chairman. The coveted Best in Show award was presented to a stunning 1968 Chevy Chevelle owned by Paul and Becky Holman of Visual FX Custom Paint and Collision. Meanwhile, the People’s Choice Award was given to Dave Garlington’s eye-catching 1956 Peacock Blue Ford Thunderbird.

Alma Ballard, the executive director/management agent of Family Housing Management Company, expressed her gratitude for this exceptional milestone. She highlighted the fantastic turnout of both car owners and visitors, despite the presence of several other car events scheduled for the same day. Ballard emphasized the show’s continued success and appreciated the unwavering support of the passionate car enthusiasts who chose to be a part of this wonderful event.