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Dream Cruise Snapshot: Austin Healey a Fun Ride

James Snyder of Rochester Hills will be cruising Woodward Avenue in his 1962 Austin Healey Roadster 3000 Replica.

Editor's note: This story is part of a series of profiles leading up to the 2011 Woodward Dream Cruise on Aug. 20. Click here for related stories and photo galleries.

Name: James Snyder

Residence: Rochester Hills

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Vehicle (make, model, year): 1962 Austin Healey Roadster 3000 Replica

How long you've had it: 11 years

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Car club: Grand Touring Sports Car Association

Why this car?: Snyder said he thinks his car is particularly fun to drive. "I like the looks and style of the car, and the V8 power," he said. 

What is special about the Dream Cruise or the Birmingham Cruise?: The Dream Cruise brings back good memories for Snyder of driving down Woodward Avenue in his dad's car. He said he's also excited to keep up with the tradition and showing off his car with his car club. 

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