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Custom Peterbilt was star of antique truck show in Port Alberni

Three-day show was a hit with enthusiasts

Tyler Parrotta, left, and Jason Bakken hold their "mayor's choice" award in front of their custom 2025 Peterbilt 589, Aug. 31, 2024 at the annual Antique Truck Show in Port Alberni. The pair brought the truck from Peterbilt Pacific in Lantzville.

The Western Vancouver Island Industrial Heritage Society hosted the three-day show at their facility on Ninth Avenue.

Visitors were treated to dozens of new and classic trucks outdoors, and a tour and hands-on activities inside the centre. 



Susie Quinn

About the Author: Susie Quinn

A journalist since 1987, I have been the Alberni Valley News editor since August 2006.
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