CARS: Pimp my ride

As per usual, we were watching the Longwood Garden fireworks display from the parking lot of the Longwood Village shopping center at 9 p.m. Aug. 10. What was distinctly NOT per usual was the fact that a steady stream of dozens of cars quickly filled up the entire east side of the parking lot. They weren't there for the fireworks; it was a nighttime car meet.
After the fireworks we walked down to investigate. The participants, mostly young men, were busy socializing and admiring each others' cars. Some of the vehicles were unadorned but others were massively modified, with thumping stereos, blue "ground effect" lights and loud engines. I was amused to see a Honda CRV (my own utilitarian model) tricked out with a graphic red-and-white paint job, oversize rims and tiny tires.
The event was organized via social media. "Everyone come out for a great night and see some sick cars!!!!" said the Facebook invitation.