We often confuse “lowriding” with drugs, gang banging and other illegal activities, but that is not always the case.  Some people like Ernest Garza, founder of the Boulevard Aces, have a passion for turning old cars into amazing works of art.

Founded on December 14, 2002 Garza and some of his closest friends decided to share their passion for customizing cars.  Originating in Dallas, The Boulevard Aces take the streets with a mission to change the perception of lowriding.  
 
This Texas-based car club is well on its way to being known world wide. With chapters already in Arlington, Dallas, Ft. Worth, Laredo, San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Miami and California they still plan to grow. They are currently a big name in the world of lowriding, having been featured in Rides In The Streets magazine in 07’.

The Aces have plans to change the reputation of lowrideing. They have strict rules for the events that they are involved in and try to make the events family-oriented.

“We participate in all local car shows, but we are very much involved in the community because this is where we live and ride,” Garza said.

They have hopes of recreating the world of low-low’s into a fun, safe environment.

Not only are the cars important in a car club, but the people who make up the car club are also important.  The Aces require all members to participate in the events their chapter hosts.  Just last year The Boulevard Aces hosted “Toys for Tots.” They are always looking for ways to incorporate lowriders with positive activities.

When it comes to a show The Aces feature everything from the cleanest 60’s two-door Impalas to older 50’s Bombs. Garza has created a sweet 94’ Cadillac Brougham with custom extended skirts. All of the members contribute to the making of these sweet rides whether it is doing the custom work themselves or donating money to get the work done.

The Aces don’t play around when it comes to competition, “We are always going to be competitive on the street scene, we have some of the cleanest lowriders in the game,” said Garza.

Not only have they already won a lot of prize money, they took home the highest bid award at the Houston Super Car Show for a 1968 Impala. 

Garza and the Aces have dedicated their lives to the art of ridin’ low and slow.  No matter what, lowrideing will be around forever because it is not just a “thing,” for some, it is a way of life.