PHOTO GALLERY: Eddie Chick prepares for demolition derby

Eddie Chick inspects his car Tuesday in Hallsville before Wednesday's demolition derby at the Boone County Fair. Chick has been competing in demolition derbies for more than 26 years.   |  Nick Schnell

Dried mud from the last derby remains on the tires of "the Buick that won't die" Tuesday in Hallsville. Derby cars use truck tires for increased durability.   |  Nick Schnell

Eddie Chick's 1972 Buick is prepared Tuesday afternoon in Hallsville before the vehicle's eighth demolition derby.   |  Nick Schnell

After repairs, Eddie Chick's Buick is ready Tuesday for its eighth demolition derby.   |  Nick Schnell