Colby’s Tubbs and Sons Celebrates 3rd Annual Mustang Rally
October 18, 2025
A familiar sound of oldies on the radio filled the air Saturday afternoon as Tubbs and Sons Ford hosted its 3rd annual Mustang Rally on October 18. The dealership cleared its lot and shop bays to welcome a mix of vintage Mustangs, classic cruisers, and a few modern muscle cars — all gathered to celebrate Colby’s automotive spirit and the dealership’s long tradition of giving back to the community.
While the name of the event nods to Ford’s iconic Mustang, the rally welcomed all makes and models this year, with the focus on camaraderie more than competition. Visitors enjoyed complimentary hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and sodas served right from the dealership’s shop, which had been transformed into a community dining hall for the afternoon.
“We’ve always wanted this to be a fun, relaxed event for everyone,” said owner Mike Tubbs, who explained that the Mustang Rally carries on a family tradition started decades ago by his father, George. “Dad used to host a ham and bean feed every year when we’d clean out the shop. Eventually, folks’ tastes changed a little, so we switched to burgers and dogs — but the idea stayed the same. It’s about saying thanks to the community.”
And the community responded. A steady crowd filled the lot, taking in the rows of chrome and color gleaming under a bright, dusty Kansas sky. 100.3 The Ride was on site broadcasting live and spinning classic hits that matched the mood perfectly, creating a nostalgic soundtrack for the day.
The dealership staff worked as hard behind the grill as they did in the service bays, keeping the food flowing for the lunchtime rush. At one point, the crew ran out of beef and longtime Sales Manager Steve Ostmeyer was dispatched to restock the coolers — a reminder that, in Colby, everyone pitches in when the crowd gets bigger than expected.
Alongside the food and fellowship, attendees voted for a “Best of Show” award, while door prizes were drawn throughout the afternoon. The event remained free for all, with every cost — from the food to the prizes — covered by Tubbs and Sons as a gesture of appreciation to their customers and neighbors.
Though a stiff wind swept through the lot, the sunshine held strong, giving the polished cars a chance to sparkle. It was a fitting reminder that the Mustang Rally has become more than just a car show. For Tubbs and Sons, it’s a small-town celebration of loyalty, craftsmanship, and community connection — values that, like the cars on display, never go out of style.
As the last engines rumbled away and the grill cooled down, the Tubbs crew was already looking ahead to next year’s event, keeping alive a hometown tradition that has evolved but never lost its spirit.