More Toys For Big Boys (and Girls)

The PopCult Toybox

Not all toys are for kids, and not all toys can be kept on a shelf or put away under a bed. I am once again talking about cars–full-sized classic cars, the likes of which were on display earlier today at South Charleston SummerFest’s annual classic car show, which took up much of D Street and almost wrapped around the Mound.

Legendary Charleston DJ, Charlie Cooper, was on hand, spinning the oldies and Batman returned with his 1989 costume and replica 1966 Batmobile. It was great to see a replica of the first official Batmobile, designed for the Batman TV Show by George Barris. This cool replica attracted tons of kids (and adults) and there was a long line to get The Dark Knight’s autograph.

Since we just got back and had to sort through and edit hundreds of photos, there will be minimal captions for this photo essay. Still, enjoy the eye candy. We have plenty of pictures of the cool cars and the people who came to see them in South Charleston earlier today.

{Update, Monday, August 17: We are sad to report that Lenny Robinson, who appeared as Batman and brought his replica Batmobile to Summerfest was tragically killed in an auto accident while returning home to Hagerstown, MD. Our condolences to his family, friends and the many people whose lives he touched while performing charity work.}