Torque on York

[MCfan]

I'm not sure many would be aware (or even interested) in this recent "burn out" event held in Salina, Kansas by the Pestinger brothers.  As some would know, Tim Pestinger is the current owner of the somewhat renowned Dick Harrell-modified 1970 454 LS6 Monte Carlo (see photos). In fact, that car is parked securely in one of their buildings adjacent to the closed-off York street where this event has been held annually for several years (it was cancelled last year, but reinstated this year).

I have personally been privileged to tour the Pestinger collection (including the LS6 Monte, COPO Camaros, Yenkos, etc.) and seen many photos of prior Torque on York events, although I've never attended one.  A lot of big names show up with a wide spectrum of performance-enhanced vehicles to lay down rubber and create lots of smoke for an audience sitting in adjacent bleachers.  I've never been a fan of such entertainment, but it is impressive to see massive horsepower and torque displayed so vividly!

There may be more videos coming soon, but here's a link to the FB video of just one of the entrants this year. https://www.facebook.com/reel/589242754259461

EDIT: For anyone interested in burn outs, here's a link to the Media section of the Torque on York Facebook group with more photos, including from prior years: https://www.facebook.com/groups/492658937916905/media/albums

 

 

Edited July 29 by MCfan
Added link to 2025 and prior year photos

[Scott S.]

Looks like a lot of those cars just rolled off the assembly line.  

[Michael Boyte]

Very nice ride indeed ! 

As for the burn-out pits, I can fully understand not participating with your car, However at our motorcycle rallies, I always look forward to watching the burn-outs, The participants have already planned to install a new tire, here they are able to get every pennies worth of excitement and enjoyment out of their old worn-out tire and entertain the masses while blowing it out. After which a new tire is installed while you are enjoying a nice adult beverage , And of course watching the body painted nude waitresses serving you. Life is good 💯 

[willie]

Mike you should let us know where those rallies are held, i might start drinking!!!!!   Lol