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What we do:
Host car shows, car meets, car cruises, track days, and most importantly, community outreach.
A community of everyday car peeps having fun, documenting our journey and sharing stories of others who enjoy the intangible value of assets that some could argue are a “waste of money.” Who we are:
A group of everyday car peeps having fun, documenting our journey and sharing stories of people who enjoy the intangible value of assets that some could argue are a “waste of money.”
Mostly car stuf
06/11/2026
One last photo dump from the June DA Car Show at 88 Tactical (Saturday, June 6th).
What was your favorite part of the show?
Favorite vehicle? Best conversation? Best burnout? Best moment?
Drop it in the comments and let us know. Thanks again to everyone who came out and made it a great event.
06/10/2026
The cars, trucks, and bikes bring us together, but it’s the people who keep us together.
Thank you to everyone who came out to the June DA Car Show at 88 Tactical (Saturday, June 6th), shared stories, made new connections, and helped make this event such a great experience. This community continues to be the best part of what we do.
Congratulations to our Best of Show and Judges’ Choice trophy winners. Well deserved recognition among an incredible group of vehicles.
Tag yourself, tag your friends, and if you took some great photos, post them in the comments and tag Depreciating Assets.
We appreciate all of you.
06/09/2026
Amazing Builds & Great People
From classics and imports to muscle cars and exotics, this show had something for everyone.
These photos capture just a small portion of the incredible vehicles that filled the lot at Saturdays June DA Car Show at 88 Tactical (Saturday, June 6th). Every car has a story, and we appreciate everyone who chose to share theirs with us.
See your vehicle? Tag yourself. See a friend’s ride? Tag them.
If you snapped photos during the show, post them below and tag Depreciating Assets. We love seeing the event through your lens.
06/07/2026
What an incredible turnout for the June DA Car Show at 88 Tactical (Saturday, June 6th)
A huge thank you to everyone who brought out their rides, spent time with the community, and helped make the event such a success. The diversity of vehicles and the passion behind them never ceases to amaze us.
If you see your car in these photos, tag yourself. If you know someone who brought a vehicle out, tag them too.
Have photos from the event? We’d love to see them. Post them in the comments and tag Depreciating Assets so everyone can enjoy them.
DA Driven Episode 13 (Part Two) | Vlad Fairbird | “The Vlad”
Part 2 of our conversation with the man, the myth, the legend known simply as Vlad.
In this episode, Gabriel Ruiz and Wilbert Gilbertcontinue the discussion with Vlad Fairbird, diving even deeper into the stories, opinions, and experiences that helped shape one of the most recognizable personalities in the Midwest car scene.
This episode covers:
• What it really takes to build and maintain high-horsepower street cars
• The realities of racing, breaking parts, and learning lessons the hard way
• His thoughts on where car culture is headed
• The importance of community over competition
• Stories from behind the scenes that didn’t make it into Part 1
• More of Vlad’s trademark sarcasm, honesty, and unfiltered perspective
Whether you’ve followed Vlad for years or are just discovering his story, Part 2 delivers more laughs, more insight, and more of the conversations that make the car community what it is.
If you enjoyed Part 1, you won’t want to miss this one.
05/28/2026
A small group, intimate setting, and a great evening in conjunction with the Planins BMW Club At The Rite was a great time. Good conversations, amazing food, beautiful BMWs, and a chance to learn more about the history of the Rite together.
Sometimes the smaller gatherings are the best ones. Huge thanks to the owners who brought their cars out and shared the evening with us. Drop your favorite BMW from the night below.
05/27/2026
**Calling all photographers**
We’ve had people asking who captured photos at our events, so let’s show some love to the talented folks behind the lens.
If you’ve shot photos or video at any Depreciating Assets event, drop your social media pages, photography pages, websites, or portfolios in the comments so people can connect with you, follow your work, and grab their shots.
From rollers to sunsets, track action to parking lot conversations, you all help capture the energy and memories that make this community what it is.
Tag your favorite photographers too. 👊🏾
DA Driven Episode 13 (Part One) | Vlad Fairbird | "The Vlad"
Part 1 of a 2-part episode featuring the man, the myth, the legend many know simply as Vlad.
On this episode Gabriel Ruiz and Wilbert Gilbert sit down with Vlad Fairbird for a conversation packed with horsepower, stories, sarcasm, and zero filter.
From growing up in the USSR, to building some of the fastest street-driven BMWs around, Vlad dives into:
• How cars became his life
• The evolution from bikes to high-horsepower builds
• Building cars that can actually be driven and abused
• Why reliability matters just as much as speed
• His thoughts on the modern car scene, takeovers, and track culture
• The story behind his viral social media growth
• Why the people are what truly make the car community special.
The episode also goes deep into Vlad’s current lineup, including multiple 1,000+ horsepower builds, the Hellcat, the Plaid, and the blue G80 that’s become an absolute monster on the street and at the track.
If you’re into fast cars, real conversations, and hearing the mindset behind the builds, this one’s worth the listen.
Watch Part 1 now, tag your people, and let us know your favorite moment from the episode.
05/25/2026
Another round from Saturday’s DA 2nd Roll Race Event
Hope everybody’s enjoying the Memorial Day holiday with friends, family, and good weather. We’re still blown away by the turnout and energy from this weekend at I29 Speedway.
Tag your people and drop your photos below.
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