A landmark area called the "Route 66 Plaza" was created just outside City Hall as a backdrop for the "Cruisin' Hall of Fame®." A specially designed wall, with a map of "America's Main Street," serves as the actual monument. Every year, a plaque is added to identify new members of the "Cruisin' Hall of Fame®"

The nominee must fit into one of the following categories: legendary builder and/or designer, an automotive manufacturer or specific vehicle, an entertainer a member of the media or historic. 

2008 CRUISIN’ HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

Designer/Customizer: Bill Hines Also known as “The Leadslinger”, Hines is one of the most accomplished customizers of his or any era. Bill Hines is truly old school. He learned, perfected and defined a skilled trade of customizing cars. Now in his 80’s, Bill who is recognizable as a stogie-chewing gentleman has enjoyed his 60+ years in a career that he loves, building custom cars. And, it has earned him the grand title of Custom Car Legend.

Manufacturer: Justice Brothers, Inc. The Justice Brothers, Inc. is a successful family-owned and run business and has used automotive racing events not only as a proving ground but a place to gain credibility and visibility. Quality automotive products since 1936 has kept the Justice Brothers, who continue to research and develop to keep pace with the changing needs of the marketplace, positioned at the top of the car care industry. From car care to heavy equipment, the Justice Brothers formulates, manufactures, packages and distributes its products to every corner of the globe from its Duarte, Calif. world headquarters. Photos - Upper L - Early photo of Justice Bros. Lower L: Justice Bros. sponsored PJ Jones in 2006 Indy 500

Vehicle: 1968 Ford Mustang “California Made it Happen!” with the ’68 Ford Mustang. The 1968 coupe was the most produced Mustang. With a production of 249,447, the coupe boasted a 200 cid engine and cost $2, 602. The convertible was one of the most popular Mustangs; even though not the most produced. There were 22,037 produced and cost an affordable $2,814. April 1, 1968 was not a normal April Fool’s Day. It’s the date that Shelby and Ford introduced the Cobra Jet 428 and history was made. With just over 4,000 1968 California Specials, built only in the San Jose plant, these cars are a collectors dream. Recognizable by their 1965 Thunderbird tail lights and fiberglass side scoops coupled with the blacked out front grille and unique body striping, these coupes became the “I’ve got to have it” in 1968 and the sentiment still remains. The Mustang GT/California Special was only available on the West Coast during model year 1968.

Historical: Inland Vans Berdoo This local club, active since 1969 with the common bond being only a van, is known for being the innovators of the van craze of the 60’s and 70s. “It began with a dream of Highland, Calif. teens to form a Van Club like San Bernardino had never seen,” states the Inland Vans Berdoo Web site. Known as Dirtyolvan, club secretary and charter member proudly says, “We left a lot of rubber on “E” Street…our names will be on a brass plaque with the likes of Don Garltz & Chip Foose…and am so honored that our group of friends, our family, made it too!”
Photos: Right – Inland Vans Berdoo at previous Route 66 Rendezvous. Far R – The gang at Route 66 Rendezvous.

This Year's Inductees
Past Year's Inductees (Click on the year or the Inductee to view their accomplishments)

From entertainment to community involvement, the “Lifetime Achievement Award” serves to recognize the sacrifices made in order to fulfill one’s dreams.  This year marks the fifth year the award has been given.  Past honorees include, Dick Dale “King of the Surf Guitar” in 2001, Jack Brown, President & CEO of Stater Bros. Markets in 2002, C.W. "Scotty" Scott, owner of Scotty's Muffler in 2003, Paul Petersen in 2004, Barry Meguiar, President & CEO of Meguiar's Inc. in 2005 and Wally and Barbara Parks for the establishment of the National Hot Rod Association in 2007. Click here for more information on the honorees.