Tips for Car Show?
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Tips for Car Show?
Hello All,
This Sunday I entered my truck in a local car show. The "Classy Chassis" car show in Sumner, WA. This is my first car show and any tips would be greatly appreciated. My truck is stock and in pretty good shape. I'm a little nervous because some guy's really bring some phenomenal cars to this show. My friends tell me not to worry about it and have a good time. To be honest I'm a little intimidated. Have any of you had experience with car shows? Any tips as far as what to bring and expect would be great.
This Sunday I entered my truck in a local car show. The "Classy Chassis" car show in Sumner, WA. This is my first car show and any tips would be greatly appreciated. My truck is stock and in pretty good shape. I'm a little nervous because some guy's really bring some phenomenal cars to this show. My friends tell me not to worry about it and have a good time. To be honest I'm a little intimidated. Have any of you had experience with car shows? Any tips as far as what to bring and expect would be great.
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From: Trempealeau, WI
Your friends are right, go and have fun. The intimidation you feel is internal, don't worry about it. I've taken my "driver" to many a car show, people enjoy seeing it, even if it's a little rough.
if you really want to have fun, put a for sale sign in it for $200, then cross it off and write sold on it. people will stop and cuss because they missed such a good deal! I saw a guy do that one, it was hilarious.
tell us how it went!
if you really want to have fun, put a for sale sign in it for $200, then cross it off and write sold on it. people will stop and cuss because they missed such a good deal! I saw a guy do that one, it was hilarious.
tell us how it went!
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car shows are great fun. dont worry what you truck looks like i have found in the past the rough look will get you some great ideas from other car people some you may never though of. movew around and talk to people meet new people and enjoy talking about cars.
when i go to shows i dont just stay with fords i check them all out.
it was at a car show i found the color of paintt im going to be painting my old ford and it is a gm color.
rember your there to have fun above all else.
when i go to shows i dont just stay with fords i check them all out.
it was at a car show i found the color of paintt im going to be painting my old ford and it is a gm color.
rember your there to have fun above all else.
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HAVE FUN....
I used to do a lot of car shows and won some trophy's a few years back with a Nova. You will find that some folks take things way to seriously, don't worry about them.
I always found it to be a great way to spend a day, get up, clean the car/truck, go to the show, have some refreshing drinks and some sandwiches, then talk cars all day. Not much could be better.
I used to do a lot of car shows and won some trophy's a few years back with a Nova. You will find that some folks take things way to seriously, don't worry about them.
I always found it to be a great way to spend a day, get up, clean the car/truck, go to the show, have some refreshing drinks and some sandwiches, then talk cars all day. Not much could be better.
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An unrestored vehicle is often more approachable to the common attendee. You'll hopefully talk to a lot of nice people. Many will tell stories of the truck that they or a relative used to have. Some are really touching.
I always allow people to sit in my vehicles if they express an interest. My stuff isn't trailer queen quality so there's not harm in it. Really can make someone's day.
Ignore the trophy hounds. They spend tens of thousands of dollars on a vehicle they never drive for a $15 trophy. Most of them have huge egos that need constant stroking. You'll have more fun hanging out with the driver quality owners, believe me.
I always allow people to sit in my vehicles if they express an interest. My stuff isn't trailer queen quality so there's not harm in it. Really can make someone's day.
Ignore the trophy hounds. They spend tens of thousands of dollars on a vehicle they never drive for a $15 trophy. Most of them have huge egos that need constant stroking. You'll have more fun hanging out with the driver quality owners, believe me.
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I agree with "ALL" of the posts on this thread....just don't stereotype the guys with the hyped up vehicles. I have one of those and have some great friends in the car show circuit that have vehicles with 10's of thousands of dollars in their rigs and cars.
SOME, not all, take these things way too seriously, and if you are like this, don't bring your vehicle. Just go as a spectator. I hate these people....they're not fun to be around
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Otherwise, just as mentioned above, go to the show, clean your vehicle (one of my favorite parts), enjoy the other rides (get ideas of upgrades, paint, etc.), hang out with other enthusiasts, and have a good time. Otherwise, don't go. My wife and I go to a couple of shows a year and we look at it as a great outing no matter what happens with the trophies. We bring bag lunches, snacks, camera, umbrella and some chairs. Cars and trucks in the end are just that; a vehicle and I believe should be driven.
Have fun and don't forget to post some pictures.
SOME, not all, take these things way too seriously, and if you are like this, don't bring your vehicle. Just go as a spectator. I hate these people....they're not fun to be around
.Otherwise, just as mentioned above, go to the show, clean your vehicle (one of my favorite parts), enjoy the other rides (get ideas of upgrades, paint, etc.), hang out with other enthusiasts, and have a good time. Otherwise, don't go. My wife and I go to a couple of shows a year and we look at it as a great outing no matter what happens with the trophies. We bring bag lunches, snacks, camera, umbrella and some chairs. Cars and trucks in the end are just that; a vehicle and I believe should be driven.
Have fun and don't forget to post some pictures.
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Hello All,
This Sunday I entered my truck in a local car show. The "Classy Chassis" car show in Sumner, WA. This is my first car show and any tips would be greatly appreciated. My truck is stock and in pretty good shape. I'm a little nervous because some guy's really bring some phenomenal cars to this show. My friends tell me not to worry about it and have a good time. To be honest I'm a little intimidated. Have any of you had experience with car shows? Any tips as far as what to bring and expect would be great.
This Sunday I entered my truck in a local car show. The "Classy Chassis" car show in Sumner, WA. This is my first car show and any tips would be greatly appreciated. My truck is stock and in pretty good shape. I'm a little nervous because some guy's really bring some phenomenal cars to this show. My friends tell me not to worry about it and have a good time. To be honest I'm a little intimidated. Have any of you had experience with car shows? Any tips as far as what to bring and expect would be great.
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As I stated as well as others enjoy the show.
At the 2009 F100 Western Nationals A truck rolled in (under it's own power, see picture below) and was a magnet by all. A Ford lover is just that loves Fords. This was driven in, not trailered. It has since made a slight transformation for the better. But do you think the guy that drove this in cared about comments? He got some great ideas and made a lot of friends and contacts. So enjoy the show. Meet people, you'll be impressed as to how many people will give you good opinions as well as references.
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At the 2009 F100 Western Nationals A truck rolled in (under it's own power, see picture below) and was a magnet by all. A Ford lover is just that loves Fords. This was driven in, not trailered. It has since made a slight transformation for the better. But do you think the guy that drove this in cared about comments? He got some great ideas and made a lot of friends and contacts. So enjoy the show. Meet people, you'll be impressed as to how many people will give you good opinions as well as references.
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Yeah, you'll probably see vehicles that'll make you wonder how they got there under their own power, and everything else under the sun. If you're spending the whole show, try to find a shady spot or bring your own. You'll meet a lot of people who used to own a truck like yours and hear some fun stories most likely too. Pack a lunch - it's cheaper. Plus you may make some good contacts; always a bonus - have fun!
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Many people spend the money to make 'em look good, spend next to nothing on the mechanicals.
The mangy 'ol truck Gangstakr posted a pic of, prolly runs as well as the mega-buck restorations.
Restoration rule of thumb: Mechanical work first, body/paint work second, upholstery last.
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I know quite a few people that have restored their vehicles "for car shows only." These things look beautiful, most don't run worth a damn.
Many people spend the money to make 'em look good, spend next to nothing on the mechanicals.
The mangy 'ol truck Gangstakr posted a pic of, prolly runs as well as the mega-buck restorations.
Restoration rule of thumb: Mechanical work first, body/paint work second, upholstery last.
Many people spend the money to make 'em look good, spend next to nothing on the mechanicals.
The mangy 'ol truck Gangstakr posted a pic of, prolly runs as well as the mega-buck restorations.
Restoration rule of thumb: Mechanical work first, body/paint work second, upholstery last.
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Car show went well
The show went well. I didn't win any awards but I had a good time and met some nice people. I will definitely do it again next year. Thanks for all your post. That is why this is a great forum!
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i just looked at that pic in your last post and thought, man it looks really clean cept that big scratch on the hood. scroll down and think aww p!ss, thats MY scratch in my screen lol
does look good though, and im glad you had fun at the show
does look good though, and im glad you had fun at the show