Every classic car has a story, and often, it has a soundtrack to match. These are the classic car songs our community keeps coming back to, and the stories behind them.

At American Collectors Insurance, we believe this passion goes far beyond the insurance coverage. It’s about the people behind the wheel, the memories tied to every mile, and the community that keeps the hobby alive. 

That’s why we created the “Cruisin’ Classic Playlist”. A collection of songs, stories, and photos shared by classic car collectors. This isn’t just music; it’s the songs that drive our community.

More Than a Car, It’s a Lifestyle

From weekend drives, to listening to your favorite songs in the garage, while restoring your classic, to sitting next to your car at your favorite car show. These songs have more meaning than the titles themselves. 

We’re proud to be part of a community where the stories matter just as much as the car.

The Soundtrack of the Classic Car Community

Whether it’s the memory of driving home your first car, the song playing on a special date, or a tune that brings someone close to mind, these songs carry meaning far beyond the lyrics. 

These are some of the songs that bring our community together, from garage builds to open-road cruises. Here are the six songs and the collectors who chose them:

• “Feelin’ Satisfied” by Boston, picked by Alec James (1967 Chevelle SS396)
• “Fun, Fun, Fun” by the Beach Boys, picked by Ginny Gotthardt (1972 Dodge Challenger)
• “Summer Breeze” by Keith Urban, picked by Jayne Middleton (1965 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible)
• “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley and His Comets, picked by Sue Dontell (1957 Chevy Bel Air)
• “Drive My Car” by the Beatles, picked by Dennis McKinley (1965 Triumph TR4A)
• “The Boys of Summer” by Don Henley, picked by David York (1985 El Camino Conquista)

“Feelin’ Satisfied” – Boston

Alec James
1967 Chevelle SS396

Alec loves the band Boston because every song takes him back to a place and time he never got to experience. Whether he’s heading out for an ice cream date with his wife or cruising to a car show with friends after spending time wrenching and cleaning up the car, it all just leaves him “Feelin’ Satisfied.” 

“Fun Fun Fun” – Beach Boys

Ginny Gotthardt
1972 Dodge Challenger

Ginny and her husband have owned this car since 1975, driving it for three years in Southern California while he served in the Marines. Now retired, they’re still enjoying the ride in the very same car.

“Summer Breeze” – Keith Urban

Jayne Middleton
1965 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible

Jayne’s 1965 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible paired with this song perfectly captures the feeling of cruising down the road on a warm summer night, top down and not a care in the world.

“Rock Around the Clock” – Bill Haley and His Comets

Sue Dontell
1957 Chevy Belair

Dennis bought his first Triumph in 1969 and later bought a 1965 TR4A IRS that he restored. He still has the TRS4A today. 

“Drive My Car” – The Beatles

Dennis McKinley
1965 Triumph TR4A

Dennis bought his first Triumph in 1969 and later bought a 1965 TR4A IRS that he restored. He still has the TRS4A today. 

“The Boys of Summer” – Don Henley

David York
1985 El Camino Conquista

Growing up near Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, David listened to the song “The Boys of Summer” while driving his beat-up ’72 Chevy pickup and dreaming of owning an El Camino. In 2025, he finally bought this 1985 El Camino Conquista, and on one of his first cruises, “The Boys of Summer’ came on the radio before he could even hit play. 

Listen to the Full Playlist

Want to keep the ride going? Listen to the full “Cruisin Classic Playlist” and hear all the songs submitted by fellow enthusiasts. Whether you’re heading to a show or just taking a cruise, there’s something for every drive. 

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