The Southeast Nostalgia Drag Event at Brainerd Motorsports Park in Ringgold, Georgia, gave classic car folks and racing fans a memory that will last for quite some time. This event showed respect for nostalgic drag racing with iconic cars and some rare dragsters seen on that quarter-mile strip in proper, old-school fashion. In this video, we glimpse into this gathering that features historic vehicles, great drivers, and some moments that make a defining difference in nostalgia racing.

Among the event’s highlights, a front-engine dragster with an inline six-cylinder engine turned heads. This machine boasted a unique design, featuring a torsion bar front suspension and classic components, while running on a Ford inline-six engine equipped with a Clifford intake manifold and a four-barrel carburetor. While it may not launch with the intense force of modern racers, this vintage vehicle maintains an impressive six-second run on the eighth-mile, proving the timelessness of classic drag engineering.

One of the event’s most iconic entries was the ’68 Camaro known as “Blood Sweat and Tears”. With a legacy spanning decades, this Camaro has remained a staple in drag racing circles. Originally driven by the late Dicky Forester, it’s now under the skilled control of Chad Brewer, who races it nearly every weekend. Powered by a small-block Chevy, the Camaro’s aged patina tells its story, marking it as a cherished part of Georgia’s drag racing history and a crowd favorite at every event.

The Rambler American 330 also made its mark, known as the lightest and smallest model ever produced by AMX. With its durable two-door post body, this classic has become a celebrated figure in nostalgia drag circles, racing across the Southeast and making a name for itself in NMCA competitions. Simple yet stylish, the Rambler American remains a true embodiment of vintage drag racing.

The famed “Loose Caboose” Plymouth Road Runner was another showstopper, bringing the crowd on a journey through racing history. Built for bracket and index racing, the Road Runner sports a powerful Hemi engine and an iconic ’70s look, representing the racing expertise of Johnny Labus, a legend known for his unmatched precision on the track. Restored by Bradley Smith and Ken Meredith, the Road Runner still shines, especially with Labus himself behind the wheel.

For fans of vintage drag racing, the Southeast Nostalgia Drag Event—and its recent recap video—captures the energy, tradition, and community spirit that make nostalgia racing more than a mere pastime. It’s a celebration of automotive history, where each car tells a story, and each driver’s passion helps keep that history alive.