As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, we take a moment to reflect on our recent Lowrider event鈥攁n afternoon filled with color, culture, and community pride. The steady hum of engines and gleam of polished chrome told countless stories of craftsmanship, tradition, and family. Among them was Richard鈥攁 lifelong builder whose passion for cars has become a legacy passed down to his children.
鈥淚 built three cars for my three kids,鈥� Richard said with a smile, standing beside one of his custom creations. Each car, carefully chosen and designed, represents not only his dedication to the art of lowriding but also his love for his family. 鈥淎ll three cars are special. Each one goes to my kids. I built them, painted them鈥攖he orange one, the red one. This one here still needs some finishing, but I鈥檒l get there.鈥�
For Richard, every detail holds meaning. His daughter chose a vibrant sunset color for her convertible named Tequila Sunrise. The 鈥�48 Chevy belongs to his son, and the third, a 鈥�65 Chevy to his youngest daughter, who is a Norco resident.
Richard is part of Groupe Car Club, a community that shares his passion for keeping the culture alive. But for him, it鈥檚 more than a hobby鈥攊t鈥檚 heritage. The cars are symbols of craftsmanship, patience, and the bond between generations.
As he spoke, pride shone in his eyes鈥攏ot just for the gleaming paintwork, but for the legacy he鈥檚 building. 鈥淚 get to build something they can carry on,鈥� he said.
Stories like Richard鈥檚 reflect the heart of our community鈥攚here heritage, creativity, and family come together to shape the future.