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Old 10-04-2017, 02:23 PM   #61
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EVERYONE is SO NEGATIVE, is your attitude grounded INCORRECTLY?
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Funny thing is i get most negativity from old people who want to buy my car for $50 or sell them the engine for $500 and crush the rest. Hilarious part is mine is more solid than theirs.

"Your door handle is off a '31, oh no the upholstery has a mark on it. Throw this wreck away. It's not good enough. It's scrap. It's not even good as a parts car"

And that's why i don't take people on fordbarn very seriously anymore. They aren't even trying, it used to be about the cars. Now it's just a bunch of old children trying to out-do each other.
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Old 10-04-2017, 07:08 PM   #62
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It's SIMPLE, if you LIKE car shows, then GO!----If you DON'T, then DON'T! Why DEPRESS others!!---Some folks would complain if they were HUNG with a NEW rope---LOL
Duz somebody have that Dead Horse Pic to post?
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Old 10-05-2017, 11:30 AM   #63
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There are many car shows in small communities that are held on Main Street. The Durango Old Car Club has a show on Fathers Day benefiting Hospice of Mercy. There is no way that spectators can be charged to view these cars. There for, in order to make expenses and have funds to donate to the designated charities, there is an entry fee. Because this show also encourages people to shop down town, merchants are very supportive and provide prizes and stuff for goodie bags. And, there are Model A's on display at this show.

If you don't want to pay a car show entry fee because you think your car is the star, fine. However there is another side to the issue that should be viewed with an open mind.
You sight a special activity that I would not define as a "car show" to refute my position . However even in that case funds could be raised for the charity by asking both spectators and merchants for donations in return for receipts for tax purposes. I fact, if that approach was applied to the car owners I am pretty sure most would donate even more than the usual $10 fee. I know I would.

Without a doubt our cars (NOT my car) are the "stars" of a car show, as without them nobody would show up.
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Old 10-05-2017, 11:59 AM   #64
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You sight a special activity that I would not define as a "car show" to refute my position . However even in that case funds could be raised for the charity by asking both spectators and merchants for donations in return for receipts for tax purposes. I fact, if that approach was applied to the car owners I am pretty sure most would donate even more than the usual $10 fee. I know I would.

Without a doubt our cars (NOT my car) are the "stars" of a car show, as without them nobody would show up.
Tell that to the members of the Durango Old Car Club that work their butts off to promote a CAR SHOW with over 300 entries every year. I'm not "refuting" your position, only asking that you look at the flip side with an open mind. Passing the hat to get spectators to donate for a cause at a car show so the cheap Model A owners don't have to pay an entry fee because their "cars are the stars" is a joke.
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Old 10-05-2017, 09:54 PM   #65
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Tell that to the members of the Durango Old Car Club that work their butts off to promote a CAR SHOW with over 300 entries every year. I'm not "refuting" your position, only asking that you look at the flip side with an open mind. Passing the hat to get spectators to donate for a cause at a car show so the cheap Model A owners don't have to pay an entry fee because their "cars are the stars" is a joke.
Well this has turned nasty now. "Discussion" OVER.
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Old 10-06-2017, 04:57 AM   #66
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There's less interest in the older cars at shows and more interest in muscle cars. You see even fewer Model Ts however there are many sitting in barns and garages that were restored in the 60s or 70s. They will probably follow the Ts. They are becoming more of a novelty instead of the main attractions at car shows
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Old 10-06-2017, 06:29 AM   #67
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Yep,

I agree, there is less interest in antiquated gentleman and their antiquated cars these days who fuss over a single fingerprint or a snotty nose on their over restored precious cars.
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Old 10-06-2017, 07:37 AM   #68
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If more A's would go to cruse nights ( which are free in this area)

and show your cars to people, I think interest would grow.
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Old 10-06-2017, 08:49 AM   #69
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I don't go to as many shows as I can due to work and house. If I can go to a show and they charge it had better be for a charity. But I like it when the kids come up and look at the car and then I engage the kids and parents. So far (knock on wood) I have not had to many problems with jack asses.

I still think it is good to go so people can see the cars and maybe they will get interested via the kids. That and to show the chrome crowd a real car.

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BUT, we MUST act decent at shows & if we're not carried away by Muscle Cars/Hot Rods/Etc, REMEMBER, that to them, it's their PRIDE & JOY!
Its the GOOD communication, that COUNTS! I've learned a lot of restoration TIPS from them!
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Old 10-06-2017, 09:51 AM   #71
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i go to cruise ins in my 1980 chevette. paint is an old flaking maaco job from the early 90's id guess but ive updated and replaced alot of the interior and mechanical things. I get alot of oohs and smiles from people as it was a car most people had or knew someone who did. I see the same people look at the camaros, novas, mustangs and appreciate them but just look and keep walking.

I can see your guys points about the general spectators having no "relation" to a model A as the spectators now are in thier 30's-60's from what ive noticed so unless thier dad or grandfather gave them rides in one when they were little they dont have any connection to them. It would be like majority of us if we went and saw a 1954 gulwing mercedes - read about them in car books, seen pictures, but more than a walk around and looking at one in real life its just a quick look maybe a picture as we dont have a connection to that car...
If I saw a 1982 red ford escort GL hatchback at a cruise in id be all over it as thats the first car I remember riding in as a kid and have memories of the dashboard and the outside looks of it in the driveway, the odd feel of the ribbed taillights, wood bead seatcovers over red viynal that burnt your legs, and rust haha.

I see alot of little kids at cruise ins and id say 98% of them are holding a parents hand as they look and reminded not to touch - occasionally ones running somewhere but a parent is usually yelling at them to get back over here haha.

Everyone I've encountered at cruise ins are respectful and jump at the chance to help guide you backwards into a spot or politely let you know thier waiting for thier friend to show up.

I have asked several model A owners why they dont go to cruise ins around me and they have said the same things some of you have said about no respect, damage to their car, etc but I've just not seen it personally....
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Old 10-06-2017, 10:32 AM   #72
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I have asked several model A owners why they dont go to cruise ins around me and they have said the same things some of you have said about no respect, damage to their car, etc but I've just not seen it personally....
Wait until someone's little darlings use your front fenders as a SLIDE as they stand nearby and watch...
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Wait until someone's little darlings use your front fenders as a SLIDE as they stand nearby and watch...
When I bought the truck in my avatar, there were two somewhat shiny spots on one front fender. The owner would repaint the truck every few years in the winter (for something to do)and had just painted it the winter before selling it. First car show, some kid slid down the front fender scratching it. The owner got yelled at by the mom for saying something to the kid about it. The shiny spots were his attempt to spot spray the scratches. Tough to due with flat black. I've seen kids start to walk up the fender to get a better view through the window.
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I can see your guys points about the general spectators having no "relation" to a model A as the spectators now are in thier 30's-60's from what ive noticed so unless thier dad or grandfather gave them rides in one when they were little they dont have any connection to them. It would be like majority of us if we went and saw a 1954 gulwing mercedes - read about them in car books, seen pictures, but more than a walk around and looking at one in real life its just a quick look maybe a picture as we dont have a connection to that car...
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Many of the cars that catch my attention at shows and rallies are cars that I have never had a connection with, there is just something about them that draws me in to have a closer look and learn some more. I must in fact add my Model A to that list because before I bought it just under two years ago they meant nothing to me.
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Old 10-07-2017, 05:27 AM   #75
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Been there done that.
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Old 10-07-2017, 05:48 AM   #76
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I had four cars at a local Elementary School last week for a program with 100 5th graders - all very well behaved, and excited to see and hear about the cars. I think I may well have generated a potential old car buff or two. __________________

well youre living in Malvern may have something to do with the crowd of people you meet.....

Not exactly the slums of America!
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Even though we're Model A Buffs, many of us have owned "muscle" cars in the past.
My FAVORITE one was a '59 Olds-98 2 door hardtop, with a trunk as LOOOONG as a Model A!!!
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