Re: Hershey is Dying, Corrections are needed
I have not been to Hershey for 20 years, but here are a couple thoughts on swap meets in general.
I have attended swap meets my entire life, and have noticed less Model A Parts every year.
Here is why.
1. 30 years ago, the Model A was only 50 years old. Today it is 80 years old. 30 years worth of parts that are now on cars...
2. Internet. The other day I noticed we needed some more Zenith carberators to rebuild, and many folks have purchased them from us without sending us a carb. to rebuild. Years ago I would have gone to a swap meet to find some. Instead I got on Ebay and bought 10 Zenith carbs. and never left the couch.. so....I no longer needed to go to the swap meet to find any.
3. Fuel prices. 20 years ago you could drive to Hershey from 1000 miles away for $150 in gas each way. Now ....$400 in gas each way.....
I LOVE swap meets. But.....the internet makes more sense often to find things now then driving and driving and driving.....
Just my thoughts......
Steve Becker
Berts Model A Center
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