Classic Corvette Catches Fire In Paramus On Way To Car Show

A classic Corvette headed to a car show Sunday morning caught fire on Route 17 in Paramus.

The 'vette burst into flames just south of Ridgewood Avenue on Route 17.
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At the scene.
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Nutchies Service of Lodi and Paramus handled the tow.
Photo Credit: *Jo Fehl for DAILY VOICE*

05/20/2018 12:02 p.m.

The mid-70s Stingray burst into flames on the highway's northbound side south of Ridgewood Avenue as the driver headed to the 40th annual show and flea market at Bergen Community College.

Nutchies Service of Lodi and Paramus handled the tow.

The gathering -- which began at 7 a.m. and was running until 4 p.m. -- is considered the largest one-day car show and flea market in the tri-state area.

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