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GTO Man wrote:
Quote:The show isn’t invitation only. People submit the information and a picture of their car. They then select a representation of different cars to be displayed. I think many of the cars that were there don’t normally go to shows.If your registration is accepted, aren’t you “invited” to attend this show? :whistle:
I’ve always heard that this show draws a very nice selection of vehicles for display. My concern was the $20 registration to “maybe” get accepted, especially given the current economic rollercoaster we are on.
ss396 wrote:
Quote:Class L just got a little bigger 1980-2010 Stock*
Class F just got a little bigger 1980-2010 Modified
Two thumbs up
Say someone with a 2004 Impala SS wants to enter the show, what class would they be in? There is no stock class for 2000-present vehicles, and IMO it wouldn’t be classified as a Modern Muscle car.
Allow me to give my two wooden nickels on this subject…
I got the Albany flyer today. I compared it to the flyer from 2009, and the only differeces I see is “6th Annual” has been changed to “7th Annual”, “June 28” has been changed to “June 27” and that is it.
What does “Original Restored” mean? Could someone clarify this? I was put in that class last year when my 442 should have went into the 65-95 ORIGINAL class. My car is “Original” in the fact that the paint it showed was the original paint, interior, etc. Ok, so the tires weren’t original… Heaven forbid I replace them once or twice on a 100k mile car. Instead, I was competing against repainted and late model vehicles. The classes should be stock, modified, and unrestored – that would be a heck of a lot easier if you ask me. Bottom line is you can’t judge an unmolested 20+ year old car against a 10 year old Mustang thats been repainted.
Also, I’m still trying to figure out how the hell my friend’s mustang can get 100 out of a possible 100 points, yet he doesn’t win an award?! WTF, did they say, “He’s friends with that A-hole on the WCC forum, move on to the next one.” For the record, I have seen his judging sheet. I think he framed it, so technically he has an “award” from the show :laugh:
I’d really like to believe that this show is going to take all the feedback and critiscm to heart, but like Rachel posted, flyers aren’t cheap to print up. If you’re going to change up the format to make it a better show, PUT IT ON THE FLYER. I could also give a rats ass about a couple of Hooters waitresses handing out the awards – Mainly because I already have the best girl in the world
In fairness, I will say that the two at last years show were smmmmooookkkkinnnnnngggggg hot (I looked, I am a man).I dont know what to say, Marshall. IMO, Abe Runaas is blowing smoke up your pant leg. After recieving the flyer today, and seeing that its unchanged from the previous year, how am I to know that things really are different? How is anyone to know other than what you have been told and passed on to us? Dirk and I discussed this in great detail after Abe Runaas called him and said he would invite us to the next Lions Club meeting to let us speak to them about our constructive critiscm. We decided we would offer them some ideas we felt would make the show better and more appealing. We wanted to offer our opine because we both enjoy the location, drive to and from, concessions, cars, and the show in past years. WE DIDN’T WANT THIS SHOW TO GET SWEPT UNDER THE MAT! However, no phone call was ever recieved to attend the meeting. In my honest opinion, and I’m not speaking on Dirk’s behalf either, our opinion was not wanted. That is the way I see it.
Obviously judging was a huge problem at this show. I don’t think that they should have to put “New Judging Standards and Judges” on the flyer, but because of how things went down last year maybe they should have. I am a firm believer of the one car = one award theory. Hopefully this issue will be corrected also. There is no reason any car should win more than one award.
I do hope that things turn around, and I am anxious to read the RTS reviews on Albany this year. However, I have promised my sexy back to the O-town Showdown this year. I’ve heard great things about last years show, Aaron Hoff seems to be doing an excellent job putting this years show together, and this guy puts his ass on the line for my freedom. That in itself is worth a handshake and a “Thank You.”
PS: If anyone from the Albany Lions Club is the person taking down the O-town Showdown flyers at the Evansville Grocery Store, please stop
Garibaldi wrote:
Quote:You forgot Sarah Palin and Bobby JindalIf I was single, Sarah Palin could get stranded on my farm anytime :whistle:
I use Meguiars products exclusively. So exclusively that the regional rep wanted to meet with me this month! They are also sending me a banner for my shop. I use the gold class wax on many customers vehicles because it is long lasting and provides a deep shine. Meguiars Quik Detailer is nice, but after a few uses you either need to wash your car or spray it down with soft water and wipe the water with a microfiber cloth. Its more expensive, but the ultimate detailer is a very nice product. I’ve used and sworn by Wizards for many moons, but it is not the best product out there. I recently got some Tech Wax 2.0 and synthetic sealant #21 to try out. I haven’t used it on any customer cars yet, only because I try all the new stuff on my own cars and trucks. If I like it, I’ll recommend it and continue to use it religiously
I have a couple Meguairs catalogs if anyone would like them. They are good for helping a person decide what products are best for them.
:laugh: I’ve been awaiting Abe Runaas’ phone call for almost a year!
Nonetheless, if they are going to finally getting around to the changes they have needed for a few years now, the saying “Better late than never” comes to mind.
I have already promised myself to my fellow Road Apples on June 26, and due to all the great reviews Aaron H. recieved with the Oregon show last year, I’ll be going to Oregon instead.
Amigo2k wrote:
Quote:1983 Pontiac Trans Am V8 Low Miles T-Tops – $4999 (Madison, WI)If this is the car I think it is, a guy I went to high school with bought it for his wife as a birthday present a few years ago…. She was not impressed :laugh:
GTO Man wrote:
Quote:Barracuda 1969 Plymouth 340 ci Fastback – $27000 (Middleton)I sorta know the guy who has this car, he’s been trying to sell it for well over a year. Its a very nice car, maybe cash would tweak the price on this one… :dry:
I watched a ton of this while I was up in the Twin Cities over the weekend. Great deals to be had there, and I also like the fact that Mecum will let ‘daily drivers’ or ‘driver quality’ cars across the block.
Amigo2k wrote:
Quote:I think the best thing to do is cut the cord and just go with a cell phone.+1. I have a land line, but do not have a long distance service with it. I use it for local calls only, and if my Dad’s employer didn’t require him to have a home phone number on file, I wouldn’t have it.
I use my cell phone for 95% of all my phone calls.
Amigo2k wrote:
Quote:I personally like the infinity G37x since it has a ton of power, luxury and it is AWD (it seems like the last 3 years it would be nice to have AWD in the winter.2nd up would be the 2010 Taurus AWD. Ford has updated it so the inside is not one big piece of plastic.
Both have plenty of power, but I would give up some power for a few more MPGs…..
Family cars, both of them. Something you’re not telling me, Ryan? :laugh:
For me, it would be a heritage edition Dodge Challenger R/T. Seen one in plum crazy purple w/white stripes today, instantly fell in love. I’m not impressed with the looks of any new trucks on the market, so with that said I think I’ll just drive the one I got into the ground.
