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Now that we have them, I think they will be here to stay. Prius owners seem to stick with their cars also, upgrading to newer models when getting a different vehicle.
I think the real question is will the price of gas stay low (within reason)? One would like to think that the influx of hybrids and electrics would make a difference in the use of fossil fuels, but we still have soccer moms driving suburbans.
Hopefully the new ownership will revise the menu and make the meals worth the money :sick:
Every time I ate there, I had to ask myself, “Will I make it home, or will I be buying a new pair of pants?” :whistle:
circletrack wrote:I’ve been in this hobby for a long time and usually love every minute of it, but will agree this year was different and I think it’s because of what we all saw at the first show of the year for many – Automotion. I have never seen such a disrespect for others as I did that weekend, unfortunately that is not going to change. The Dells has changed a lot in the last few years, it’s always been about making money, but this year a new level. I know the organizers of Automotion have asked the hotels to work with them and encourage the other group that seems to think Automotion is now THEIR show and screw the rest of you, that will never happen. I’m not sure if we will attend the show next year, and if we do, it’ll be for a few hours on Saturday and that’s it. I hate to think the younger “I get it my way no matter what you say” generation has ruined a great show, but the time has come.The owners of Mt. Olympus have bought up a lot of the mom and pop motels on the strip, and sponsored one of these “other shows.” I wonder if some sort of a hostile takeover is in the works, but the Automotion show is established. The issue is with all of the other stuff going on outside of the Automotion show, it can and will cause others to not attend Automotion.
I have to admit, I enjoyed viewing Ryan’s photo’s of his adventures more than I enjoyed attending the few car shows I did this year
To recap, What can I say about Automotion that hasn’t been said in the last 5 months? The youth of America has made a stink about not being ‘accepted’ and have decided to start their own shows, in the same town, on the same day. They turned it into one big orgy with the drinking, driving like a-holes, lack of respect to others, and sense of entitlement. I know, I make myself out to be a hypocrite being that I used to be ‘that kid’ that threw some of the best motel room parties in the history of the Shamrock Motel.
Perhaps age, a career change, and being more fiscally responsible has changed my view. A few years ago, I felt that all I was doing was seeing the same cars week in and week out. Granted, each year I have shows that are “must attend” shows for me. I do not miss those events. Running every weekend to go here, there, and everywhere just doesn’t happen anymore. I’ve found I enjoy driving my summer car more than letting other people knit pick or praise it. I could care less about awards anymore, I have too many (not 556+) simply collecting dust in my garage/shop. The appreciation of acknowledgement is humbling, but only a select few really mean something – and those ones reside in the house.
I attended Blanchardville for the first time in three years this year. It’s always a great show, but nothing tripped my trigger about it. A lot of the same cars and faces. Pardeeville was an absolute blast this year, I had a great time and the day flew by. However, I’ve not hid my opinions when it comes to the separation of church and car show. I don’t care what religion you are, which higher power you believe in, or what sins you have. When I attend a car show, I don’t want prayer. I don’t want constant scripture on flyers. I want it to be about the cars and the people. Not Jesus, Joseph, and Mary. I’m glad the proceeds do great things, but that happens because of people, not prayer. Enough on this subject.
On the subject of cruise nights, I can only say I wish there was more of them in my area. QSL is the closest to me, but that quickly becomes the same ordeal week after week. Others take place on the east side of Madison, or Lodi, which maybe I can venture to next summer as being done work at 4pm almost everyday is very enjoyable, along with more time for other activities. The thing I like about these is they are scheduled for only a few hours at the most, not an all-day affair. No awards, no pressure into spending all day cleaning my vehicle. My favorite car related event all summer was the Saturday night before the HRPT left Madison… Cars everywhere, cruising East Wash was like going back in time, and I got away with A LOT on the street that night
jonmandude and I have had an ongoing conversation about the thrill of our hobby as of late, and speaking entirely for myself, I can say there is more I want to see and do with my car besides attend show after show. I put 2200 miles on this summer, an all-time low. Most of those miles were put on when I drove the car to work
That is going to change for 2016, as I am in the final stage of my performance build I started on my car 6 years ago.I’m putting it away for winter tomorrow. No daylight for six months. Time to get comfy with my fancy new truck
GTO Man wrote:Frank Cannon drives again.1973 Lincoln Mark IV – $5000 (Mount Horeb)
I’ve seen this car in person. A true time capsule… And its LOOONNNNGGGG.
GTO Man wrote:1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 4 SPEED – $21500 (New glarus)
Hmmm……
May I ask what event took your place at Angel Park, and why the city did nothing to notify you about a scheduling conflict?
The Back Bar in Janesville has a car show on Sunday also:
jonmandude wrote:GM’s problem actually hurt people.VW just kind of played with the law. The law said it must pass emissions. And it did…..on the machine. The law does not state directly that emissions must be met at all times, only that it must test and meet standards. I think many who build cars can be accused of playing that game if they lived in an emission testing area. I know in Dallas there were plenty of us that would change the tune to pass emissions, or install the cats and remove them after passing, or even find a shop that would give you a pass. VW just did it on a grander scale.
I know in this current world we live in, saving the environment will take more importance than saving lives.
Your opinion is invalid. You don’t know the huge difference between illegal street racing and someone with a Hellcat whipping donuts at a car show :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
*inside joke*
I think VW is going to be in big, big trouble over this fiasco. Not so much in other countries, but definitely in the USA.
mblbsb wrote:There is a rumor out there that Angell Park rent the park out to someone else on June 25 2016. This is the same day that the Road Apples are to have there show. Anyone else heard about this?Perhaps circletrack can elaborate more on this.
intmdatr3 wrote:Always thought this was for spectators at the show. We always have a cooler with us with water and soda filled with ice as some days can be very long and hot. I don’t mind dogs as long as they are on a leash and under control as well as please clean up after them. The other that really makes me on edge is kids on bikes. I have seen them loose control or rub up against some cars. Make me very nervous just my thought here.YES!!! Bikes should be an absolute no no at a show. Leave it chained to the fence outside.
