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CRUISIN SOUTH FLORIDA WITH "SCOTT THE MUSICMAN"
May 16-18, 2008!

* FRIDAY NIGHT - MAY 16 *

"Towershoppes" Friday Night Cruise" 
6pm-10pm  -  I-595 / Univ. Dr - Davie


* SUNDAY - MAY 18 *

"2nd Annual Festival Spring Mega Show"
11am-4pm - South Florida's Largest - Pompano


* SUNDAY NIGHT - MAY 18 *

"Zo's Off The Hook" Cruise Night
5pm-8pm - Discounts-Awards-Music - Ft. Laud.


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IMPORTANT NEWS & MESSAGE FROM RUSS

Post May 14:  Dear Car Friends, 10 days ago, many of you attended my Cancer Benefit Car Show at the new Frank & Patties Restaurant in Sunrise. It was a hot day ! not only from the heat of the Sun, but from the overwhelming financial support of you, the car owners. Over $5,000.00 was raised to help battle this illness, that has affected many of our close friends and families. The owner of the restaurant Bruce Horner (that many of you met at the show) contacted me to produce the show for him. He told me that his Wife Debra was suffering from cancer, and that he wanted all proceeds that day to be donated to the Cancer Society. I naturally agreed, as my Wife is also battling this killer illness. My dear friends, Mrs. Debra Horner has lost her battle, and has recently passed on. One of her last wishes was to see her Restaurant open and surrounded by Classic Cars. Thank you all from my heart, for making her wishes come true. Our prayers are with you Bruce. Frank & Patties is located at 3800 University Drive, Sunrise, FL, just North of Oakland Park Blvd. Russ G

 

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"Russ G Events" - may 2008

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CARS NEEDED!

* Wanted for Private Event.... June 10, 2008.....5:30 to 7:30 *

Six.......  50's-60's era 
Convertibles wanted!

  • 2- Gold in color

  • 2- Red in color

  • 2- Green in color

  • 2 hours....... $300.00 each car!

Please contact Russ G for further info- 954-560-5412 or merklvr@msn.com


Wanted: 60's era Rolls Royce for Wedding......Must be White or Silver.
Please contact Russ G for further info- 954-560-5412 or merklvr@msn.com

 


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THIS Sunday!

!2nd Annual
Festival
Mega Show!

South
Florida'S
Largest!

Pompano

May 18, 2008

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK!

 

!1ST Annual

FRANK
and
patties
benefit
Car Show

sunrise

May 4, 2008

"Russ G Events"

Awesome total contribution: Over $5,000.00+ raised for "American Cancer Society" and a GREAT show Sunday! 

2008 Photos

 

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DSC_9440Name: Scott Argow
Location: Frank & Patties Show
Vehicle: 1993 Corvette Convertible
Email: sargow@comcast.net
Date: 05/04/2008

"Frank & Patties Show" Comments:  Scott once again, you set the beat, pace and rhythm of the day paying close attention to all those details that make it a special day. My Corvette Friends and I have been attending these great events for quite some time now and see why so many people keep attending. I continually look for when's the next show. Even though we can't always win The sense of comradery and brotherhood can be felt all day cheering on all those who do win those wonderful awards. I also want to acknowledge Russ G a true Gentleman, judges & supporters that put forth so much effort to make every show such a success. Shiny cars, Awesome music, Great food Frank & Patties a true home run, Super people, Super food and priced right... What a wonderful place to be!...Keep up the Great Work. Again I got to mingle with old friends and make some new ones. See you Friday. 

Scott, thanks for the nice words, and for coming out today and your help in making today's show a BIG success!

 

!1ST Annual

TROPICAL
PARK
Car Show

MIAMI

April 27, 2008

Hosted by: "Classic Thunderbird Club"

2008 Photos
 

 

Cooper City
Founders Day
Car Show

Brian Piccolo park

April 26, 2008

Hosted by: "AACA Ft. Lauderdale Region"

 

!1ST Annual!

MARGATE

BENEFIT
CAR & TRUCK

SHOW

April 20, 2008

Hosted by:
"Margate Elks 2463"

"A Russ G Event"

2008 Photos

 

Weekend Updates and News

Apr 28:  Hello South Florida!  It was quite a busy and eventful weekend with car shows!

Friday Night, starting off the weekend as always, it was a great evening at "Towershoppes Cruise".  Great weather and crowds were the official order of the night.

Saturday, the great weather continued, and we enjoyed a very nice annual show with over 100 cars at the "Cooper City Founder's Day Show", hosted by the 'AACA Ft. Lauderdale Region'.

Sunday, we took a nice drive to South Miami for the "1st Annual Tropical Park Show".  Once again, great weather and over 100+ cars made this a nice show, especially for a first event!  There was a nice showing of cars by our Broward County car guys too.  Thanks to all who came down.

This weekend, Sunday May 4th, we have a new car show at a new location, the "Frank & Patties "Open" Benefit Car Show".  It's a benefit show for the "American Cancer Society".  As you know, cancer has taken the lives of some of our close friends and family, so this is a worthy cause.  Show brought to you by: "Russ G Events".

I will be working on photos from the Margate show, Cooper City, and Tropical Park shows this week.  This is keeping me very busy... 

UPDATE APR 30:  Photos are available for Margate & Cooper City!

Exciting website news is coming, as this website continues to grow!  Stay tuned for this great news which will become available to everyone sometime very soon.  Some of you already know...

Note:  This website may temporarily go down this week or next week for a hosting service upgrades...

 

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DSC_0363Name: Joe & Mayra Placeres
Location: Hialeah
Vehicle: 1979 Black Corvette
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Show: Cooper City Founders Day 2008
Email: 1joe@bellsouth.net
Date: 04/30/2008

Comments:  Scott once again, you set the beat and rhythm of the day paying close attention to all those details that make it a special day. My wife and I have only started attending these great events for less than a year now and see why so many people keep attending. My wife even asks me "Babe when's the next show" making me feel very fortunate that she likes to participate. Even though we can't always win "Best of Show" The sense of comradery and brotherhood can be felt all day cheering on all those who do win those wonderful awards. I also want to acknowledge the hosts, judges & vendors that put forth so much effort to make every show such a success. I wish more events like these were held in Hialeah so that more people could enjoy and hopefully motivate them to participate in future events as was my case.... Shiny cars, Awesome music, Great food, Super people... What a wonderful place to be!...Keep up the Great Work!
Best regards, Joe & Mayra Placeres

DSC_0703Name: John Sheppard
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: 94 Mustang GT
Show: Cooper City Founders Day 08
Email: Johns9163@aol.com
Date: 04/29/2008

Comments:  Scott, Another great show and another fantastic job well done! I look forward to seeing the great new happenings with the website! I would love to see a car show at the Hard Rock. That would be a great place! Any way we could make that happen? I would be more than happy to help! Anyway, beautiful cars and wonderful new friends is what it's all about!   Sincerely, John Sheppard

Name: Dave "Webhead" Weber
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: '95 'Vette 'Vert & '01 SVT Cobra Mustang 'Vert
Email: dwblindref@bellsouth.net
Date: 04/28/2008

Comments:  Entered the Cooper City Show this past Saturday. Nice to see Scott the Music Man spinning the tunes, of course he did a superb job. Plenty of cars in attendance, some outstanding beauties that I'd never seen before. All in all it was a fun day to sit in the sun and have a hot dog and a soda. Looking forward to 2009.

Went to the Dania Beach Cruise Night right after the Cooper City Show.  We decided to have a bite to eat at the hot dog stand instead of the restaurant on the pier,(which is overpriced and the service is poor).
To our surprise, the hot dog stand closes at 5:15PM during the winter season.
Excuse me, but a car show night and you close early. We ended up leaving (we were the only 2 cars there at 6:15PM) and went for a bite to eat off of US-1 & Stirling Rd.  We had intended to return, but after eating we decided to just go home.  Maybe the July show will have a better result with the hot dog stand staying open past 5:15PM.
Sorry for complaining, but it was a bust. Thee past shows there had been enjoyable, so eat before you go !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

DSC_7543Name: Russ Gagliano
Location: Ft. Lauderdale
Vehicle: '51 Merk Kustom
Email: merklvr@msn.com
Date: 04/21/2008

Comments:  A personal Thank You ! to all that participated in in my two car shows this past weekend.

Saturday's night cruise at Ocean's 11 saw perfect beach weather and attracted over 50 great cars, some having never been shown in our area before. Special thanks to our car friends from Miami & Hialeah who attended to help raise awareness and financial support for ALS.

Sunday's benefit car show in Margate for the Elks Lodge, to raise money for children's charities, had a total of 107 great cars, coming from Hialeah to the South, and Lantana to the North. It was a perfect (hot) day.. and a great time was had by all. A very special Thank You ! to Scott and his music for 2 great shows !!!!!

On Sunday May 4th, I will be holding a benefit car show at Frank & Patties Restaurant in Sunrise, Florida for Cancer. I passionately invite all of you to attend and support this terrible illness that has affected our families and friends. Please check Scott's website for show information.  Thank you again !!! Russ G

Name: Jason Dennis (Jay)
Location: Delray Beach
Vehicle: 1934 Ford Phaeton
Date: 04/22/2008

Comments:  I apologize! I really didn’t mean it! As many may know I do like to experience the 402 horses under the hood of my 1934 Ford Phaeton (that is why I buy the cheep tires). At the same time I do know that, while leaving a show, it is “definitely” NOT the time to burn rubber. I do know that it shows irreverence to the promoters, sponsors and property owners involved. Not to say, that usually there is police at most of the shows in attendance or for control purposes. That said: I must admit, that while leaving the Elks show at the Chevy Chase center in Margate last Sunday, I left half my tire melted and laying on the exit to the parking lot. Again I genuinely apologize; I meant no harm or disrespect towards anyone. I love attending these shows and wouldn’t intentionally do anything to jeopardize that in any manner.

My defense; When building my car they kinda had a “oh crap” moment. They install the brake pedal then installed the accelerator against the tranny tunnel and had plenty of room for both until they went to install the steering column. That is when they said “OH CRAP, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS WHERE THE COLUMN SHOULD GO THROUGH THE FLOOR”! So in their infinite wisdom they surmised that they would cut off the pedal and weld it offset of the actuator shaft going to the brake cylinder. This solution seemed plausible until it was done and was flabbergasted to find that you literally had to wedge your foot between the brake pedal shaft and tunnel. I have dealt with this for years and had adjusted to it.

At least I thought I had adjusted to it, because as I left the show Sunday I unthinkingly had my foot to high on the accelerator and I unknowingly wedged my fat foot between and when I pulled back my foot literally came out of my Boat Docker’s slip on shoe, and with the added factor of turning, allowing the tires to break friction and I left a strip on the road as well as leaving a strip in my shorts. Luckily, I managed to kick the shoe off the pedal before customizing the rear of a red 66ish Mustang that was ahead of me.

Again I profoundly apologize to Russ, Scott, The Elks, the people of Chevy Chase center, along with everyone else involved at the car show.

Jay, your "defense" gave me a good chuckle...but I believe you!  I've actually been in your shoes (no pun intended)...so I can relate!  An unknown broken motor mount once left me spinning circles in the middle of an intersection.  Knowing you are an honest car guy, and in no way would jeopardize any show (intentionally)...you are (at least as far as I am concerned) forgiven!  It was a pretty decent burnout!  Thanks for "owning up" to what happened...I'm glad you didn't have to explain that one to the cops!  LOL!

Name: "Webhead" Dave Weber
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: '95 Vette 'vert & '01 SVT Mustang Cobra 'vert
Email: dwblindref@bellsouth.net
Date: 04/23/2008

Comments:  Reading Jay's e-mail got me to remember when I was going to back my daughters T-bird out of the driveway. I had back surgery and my right foot wasn't working too well, so I got in the car, put it in reverse and proceeded to spin the tires the entire 70 foot length of my driveway, out into the street and almost hit my neighbors truck in his driveway. I never realized that my foot was on the gas until the ride was done. It was sure scarey at the time, but we all had a good laugh, and still do even to this day. The hard part was getting those 2 thick black tire marks off of the concrete driveway. Thanks for bringing back some funny moments.

 

OCEANS
ELEVEN

Saturday Night
Beach Cruise!

April 19, 2008

HOLLYWOOD BEACH

"A Russ G Event"

It was a "perfect" night
with a full lot of cars!

Photos and next show
date coming soon..

 


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Maroone
AUTO

Car & Truck Show

Hosted by: "Jumpin' Jack productions"

Pembroke Pines

April 13, 2008

2008 Photos

 

*LATEST GUEST BOOK POST 2008*

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Name: John Sheppard
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: 94 Mustang GT
Email: Johns9163@aol.com
Date: 04/18/2008

Comments:  Hi Scott, I wanted to let you know that you are indeed doing a fantastic thing with this website and your never ending support of the automobile enthusiasts. I realize it must consume quite a bit of your time and thank you for doing so. I am new to to the car show scene and without this site I would not even know where to begin. It has helped me tremendously and I look forward to viewing it regularly. If you ever need any help, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, John Sheppard

Thanks John!

Name: Sal and Pirjo Perna
Location: Boynton Beach
Vehicle: 87 Chevy El Camino
Photo: Maroone Chevrolet of Pembroke Pines
Email: nomad5648@myspeedworks.com
Date: 04/16/2008

Comments:  Hello Scott, I want to thank you for not only the great show last Sunday, but also for playing "409" for me. I really needed a Beach Boys "fix", and it hit the spot. I'm checking out your site for the first time, its real cool, and has lots of info on up comming shows and events, and the big surprize is that it is current. No more chasing those shows that are no longer running. Looks like I will be making some road trips, see you on one soon, Sal and Pirjo Perna

Thanks for the kind words...I'm glad you "found" us!  See you at the next show...

Name: Scott Argow
Location: Maroone Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: 1993 Corvette Convertible
Date: 04/15/2008

Comments:  Scott, great show good giveaways we loved the hot dogs and beverages that were supplied all day. My family had a great time and it was nice to see old friends and make some new ones. Next time how about more classes in order to keep from the same people winning. I don't know how you can put an 1984-2008 Corvette in only 2 classes, how about by generation. Again great job, see you on Friday's and at the ocean's 11 show.

Name: Dave "Webhead" Weber
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: 2001 SVT Mustang Cobra vert
Email: dwblindref@bellsouth.net
Date: 04/15/2008

Comments:  The Maroone Auto & Truck Show Crew; Another great show! Jack and crew ran a smooth, flawless, and enjoyable show, AGAIN. Scott was the funniest I've ever heard him be. The music selection is some of the best anywhere. FREE HOT DOGS & SODA all day long. Top that one!! Maroone Auto Plaza was a perfect host, no pressure or anything. Looking forward to the next show.

Name: steve padovano
Location: leominster, ma.
Email: padoins@yahoo.com
Date: 04/15/2008

Comments:  my cousin, bill julian, the vice mayor of hallendale beach, e-mailed your site to me. it is one of the best and largest car sites i've seen to date and i just wanted to congratulate you on it. i'm also the president of the MID-STATE ANTIQUE AUTO CLUB in leominster/fitchburg mass. i am the proud owner of a 1970 cougar eliminator with a 428 cobra jet !! keep up the good work !!!

Thanks Steve for the nice compliments!  I'm always surprised...I love hearing from you guys "out of state"!

Name: JOHN NAPOLI
Location: PEMBROKE PINES
Vehicle: 06 ROUSH CONVERTABLE
Email: LOTACATS241@AOL.COM
Date: 04/15/2008

Comments:  GREAT SHOW

DSC_9017Name: Albert
Location: Pembroke Pines
Vehicle: "65" Chevy El camino
Email: big_al_24x2@yahoo.com
Share: Yes
Date: 04/14/2008

Comments:  Hi Scott We had a great time yesterday at the maroone chevy show, as always you did an "OUTSTANDING" job. I would like to hear maybe a little bit more 80's rock if I may suggest. The music format you used at "Cheetah's Show" was definetly down my avenue.... Thanks for everything you do in this great hobbie that we all share.... Albert

 

Hooters bikini contest!

Over 30 beautiful girls competed in Wednesday night's BIG event!

(2006 photos below - new photos coming soon)

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HELLO  South  Florida!

April 6:  It started as a stormy and rainy Sunday morning here in South Florida.

I don't have too much to say...  No changes have been made to the website this week, as I have been extremely busy with my "real" job.

Friday night was a good night at Towershoppes.  "DJ Dee" (photo right) filled in for me there (and did a very nice job), as I had another gig providing sound for a major national level corporate gig on South Beach in Miami.  I was able to get back in time to see what a good night it was at Towers.

If the weather is good...we will try to make it to Zo's Cruise tonight for a good night.  I will post updates if needed...

I have finally started working on the "Cheetah Show" photos...they should be up sometime this coming week.

If you enjoyed the "classic rock" format I played at the "Cheetah Show"...I want you to know...so did I!  In fact, this is the music I always play outdoors at HOOTERS for bike night on Wednesday nights.   This Wednesday night at 7pm...we will be hosting our 6th Annual outdoor bikini contest.  The stage is setup outside right on the corner of Pines Blvd and University Dr.  Although close parking is reserved for bikes only...outer parking is available for spectators...who are welcome to attend.  Bring lawn chairs if you like.

This Saturday I will be providing large format outdoor sound for the City of Oakland Park's Youth Day.  There are rides and activities for kids all day, with "live" entertainment at the end of the day.  All kids are invited...and admission is free.  It goes from noon till 9pm, with fireworks as the finale.  Event Setup

"Maroone Auto Annual Classic Car & Truck Show"  is this Sunday, April 13, in Pembroke Pines. This is always a good show...brought to you by "Jumpin Jack Productions".

Have a great week!  -Scott

 

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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Minnesota hot rod!

 


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!6th Annual!

Cheetah

Spring Fling

Car & Truck Show

Hallandale

March 30, 2008

2008 Photos

 

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Name: JOHN HARDISSON
Location: HIALEAH, FL.
Vehicle: 1949 PACKARD
Email: johnhardisson@yahoo.com
Date: 04/02/2008


 

Comments: 

SCOTT: CONGRATULATIONS ON A WONDERFUL JOB. A CAR SHOW WITHOUT YOU, IS NOT A SHOW. KEEP THE GOOD WORK... P.S. HOW ABOUT MY BLUE GRASS MUSIC?? THANK YOU: JOHN.

 

Posting photos to this website

If you were ever curious . . . this is a general description of the steps taken to post typical car show photos to this website:

  • Stage 1:  Transfer photos from camera card to computer, batch process first level photo pre-processing. This processing stage is performed automatically on the entire show's file by computerized preset templates that  have already been pre-tweaked and pre-designed.  A powerful computer processor is required for this first step.   (approx time: 1hr)

  • Stage 2:  Post initial processing, photo selection, cropping, editing, fixing, and straightening photos.  This is where I scroll through and view every photo and choose the keepers . . . and reject the losers.  If a photo is good, but needs further cropping, enhancing, or straightening, it is opened and fixed in photo editing software.  This manual stage is the most time consuming, and usually takes at least a few hours minimum or more to go through and select or edit an entire file of several hundred photos.  (aprox time: 2-4 hours)

  • Stage 3:  Second level processing, watermarking, sharpening, 3 levels of resizing, finalize.  This is where it starts to happen.  The chosen photos are automatically level 2 enhanced and processed, resized, watermarked, and finalized.  Once again, computer software templates have already been tweaked and pre-designed for specific results.  (aprox time: 15-30 minutes)

  • Stage 4:  Create web pages and links from finalized photos.  Thumbnail menu pages are created here by templates that have been personally designed or modified.  This automation is performed by part software, and part manual operation.  (aprox time: 1hr)

  • Stage 5:  Upload final photos and created webpages to web site, create final links.  Uploading is automatic, but final links and menus still have to be manually created on website.  (aprox time: 1hr)

DJ PicWell, this is how I present and post photos, without going into too much technical detail.   Most of this stuff I had to figure out and learn on my own.  Overall, it takes about as much time, if not more... to select, process, create, and upload it all, as it did to take the photos during the show.  Usually, once I can complete Stage #2... the rest normally happens pretty quickly.  Unfortunately, I am not always able to post the photos as soon as I would like to, as I have to juggle my full-time day job, weekend jobs, rest and relaxation time, and personal life,  with my hobby.  Sometimes, after a very busy weekend, I just need a little time off.   I enjoy sharing, and the nice compliments are always appreciated when offered.   -Scott
 

Note:  If you haven't already heard, the "Cheetah Show" was a BLAST!  I received a lot of positive response during the show regarding the change of music format...and hope that everyone else who attended enjoyed the later classic rock music format as well.  The format seemed to "feel" right for the show.  The "Cheetah Show" photos will probably be available by sometime later this week, or weekend . . . at the earliest.

 

IN LOVING MEMORY
LYNN SCHMOLL MEMORIAL PHOTOS
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This photo courtesy of Roger

 


- Web News - 2008 Car Shows & Photos -

 

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St. Patrick's
'RIVERWALK'
CLASSIC
CAR SHOW

"DOWNTOWNER"
FT. LAUDERDALE

MARCH 16, 2008
Hosted by:
"KEITH'S RODS & CUSTOMS"

2008 Photos

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"St. Patrick's Day"

'DOWNTOWNER'
SALOON

CAR SHOW!


cute
babes!


COOL
CARS!


 FREE.

Miller
Light

BEER!


2008 Photos

 

<MAINSTREET>

SATURDAY NIGHT
CRUISE
Miami Lakes

FREE Event!  Oldies music,
   stores and restaurants!

*  Dash Plaques to 1st 100

*  Live:  "Coney Island Baby"

*  Music by: DJ “Scott the
   MusicMan”

March 15, 2008

It was an incredible night with over 160+ show cars and huge spectator crowds. This is always a "popular" cruise night event!

2008 Photos

 

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.MOROSO.

Motorsports Park

ALL
CHEVY
SHOW

2 DAY EVENT!

It was an awesome weekend with great weather, crowds, and lots of incredible show cars! 

2008 Photos

 

.MOROSO.

Motorsports Park

CHEVY

SHOW

BIKINI CONTEST!

Despite the rapidly dropping temperatures, these three... and other lovely ladies, came out and 'heated' up the night to a cheering crowd of spectators!

< Here is a "close-up" shot from my "backstage" location...

 

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Name: racer
Location: west palm beach
Vehicle: chevy
Photo: the girl with checker bikini
Photo2: bikini contest
Email: luckybamboo6779@aol.com
Date: 03/17/2008

Comments:  Hi scott, i would love to see some pictures of the girl with the checker bikini, that girl was lookin so fine as f!@! thanks

Dear "Mr Racer":  I am sorry to say...I was unable to get any "quality" shots of "the girl in the checker bikini", or any quality shots from most of the show, from my location behind the stage.  This was my best shot of your "checker bikini" girl (on left). 

As you can see... many in the crowd had a pretty good spot... (photo right)  >

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 20TH ANNUAL

Florida
Mopar
Nationals

'University Dodge'
DAVIE

Hosted by:
Florida Mopar Connection

MARCH 2, 2008

2008 Photos

 

If 2 out of 5 people "suffer" from diarrhea, does that mean the other 3 out of 5 "enjoy" it?

 

New Photos!

2008
In The
Tropics

PLANTATION
EQUESTRIAN PARK

Hosted by:
AACA FTL. Region

MARCH 1, 2008

2008 Photos

 

CAR SHOW ETIQUETTE, RULES & RESPECT!
Common car show rules and guidelines for everyone!

Posted 2/3/2008:  It bothers me to have to write this, but I think most would agree it needs to be said. It appears lately, that a lack of respect and not knowing the rules and expectations at a car show have become more and more of an issue recently.  It seems often that the actions of one, or a few, can really put a damper on everyone else's car show experience and fun.  Typically, these issues are not usually done intentionally, but are more often the result of a lack of knowledge and understanding.

I will attempt to list the basic understood rules and expectations of the typical classic car shows:


1.  NO STEREOS!  They may be encouraged at the "import shows" and "late-model shows", but they are not allowed at most "classic car" shows. This is usually one of the biggest pet peeves of myself and many of the car show guys.  The host of the show has usually paid good money to hire a DJ who will play theme music for the entire show, and doesn't need some fool doing his own thing, disturbing and annoying everyone around him.  The type of music played is determined by the hosts, since it is their event.  Classic car shows, including most of the open shows, will typically feature 50's-60's-70's oldies and "classic rock"...and sometimes a little country, pop, and blues as well. This is the most popular and widely accepted format for general audiences.  "Competing" music (of any type) is not only inconsiderate, it is also not allowed.  If you don't like the music that is being played, then don't come to the show, and find the type of show that suits you.

One more recommendation on the flip side: if you don't like event music loud, don't park in front of the DJ speakers and then complain about it.  This should be a "no brainer".  The sound has to cover the entire event, and will be loud if you park up close.  You can move if it's a problem.

2) NO ALARMS!  This is just plain RUDE and inconsiderate, and totally unnecessary!  Your car is on display at an organized car show!  If you have valuables and need to lock your car, then that should be adequate.  Music from the DJ and noise from the show will set off shock sensors, causing the alarm to sound repeatedly...annoying everyone around!  I'm sure (let's just say hypothetically) "John", did not intentionally mean to disrupt the show and completely annoy everyone around him... but when he set his alarm at the show, we all got to "enjoy" his alarm and car horns going off continuously for hours.  NO ALARMS AT CAR SHOWS...PERIOD!!!

3) NO AIR HORNS!  This is beyond RUDE, and is dangerous, and can be damaging to someone's hearing.  Air horns are only fun for the person blowing them, and may have their place, but not at a car show!

4) DO NOT TOUCH!  I'm not even sure where to start on this one!  Do not touch, lean on, or EVER get in someone's car at a show!  EVER!  Unlike a dealership where you are encouraged to touch and sit in cars, these cars are "personally owned" and are on display for show only!  This applies to ALL cars in the show, regardless of condition...you never lean on or touch someone else's car...PERIOD!!

5) NO THROWING OBJECTS AROUND CARS!  This one always amazes me!  This includes footballs, softballs, Frisbee's, toys, sticks, stones, or anything else you can think of.  These objects can fly or bounce out of control and damage a very expensive car body or paint job.  Do I really need to explain this one??  Parents... teach your kids not to touch or play around the cars.  Please watch your kids around these show cars as the children have a natural tendency to "play"...and don't know better... but you do!

6. NO BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, OR SKATEBOARDS!  This one really only applies in the car show area, but I have personally witnessed too many "close calls".  NEVER ride a bike or other personal transportation between cars... PERIOD!  Your mistake can result in some very expensive damage. These classic cars are quite valuable and irreplaceable, so why should anyone have to worry about an idiot on a bike riding next to their car.  Some responsible adults do bring their bikes... but know where, and where not to ride them...kids don't.  Watch the strollers around the cars too!

7) DOGS!  Be aware that dogs may be allowed at some shows, and not others.  These are "car shows", and NOT "dog shows".  If you must bring your dog to the show, then you are responsible for it!  Be aware if your dog bites someone, you can be sued.  If you dog craps in the grass in the show area where people are walking... then PLEASE, CLEAN IT UP!  Do I really have to spell it out?? 

Just a side note of information regarding dogs at Towershoppes Friday Night cruise...dogs are NOT allowed any more.  This came as an unfortunate result of some irresponsible dog owners with regards to everything I just mentioned above.  This rule has been allowed to be bent slightly though... only for small dogs that are carried. 

8) KIDS:  (same rules as above)  You are responsible for your kids.  Please keep an eye on them at the shows, and keep them off the cars.

9) PARKING:  This one is pretty minor... please park your car in line with everyone else's.  You may think your car is better than everyone else's and may feel a need to pull it out farther, but be considerate and line up with the rest.  The Mustang and Corvette guys usually do the best job at lining them up.

10) LITTER:  It is inconsiderate to expect that someone else should pick up trash that you have left behind!  If we want to keep coming back, we have to leave the area clean like we found it. Please take your trash with you, or throw it away properly!  Don't be a slob!  Everyone help out and do your part.

11) SUPPORT:  Please support the dealerships, restaurants, vendors, clubs, and anyone else connected to the show.  This one is pretty simple...they support us...we support them.  If the show is at a restaurant, then order something!  Don't brag about getting into the show for nothing...it's makes you look cheap. Don't complain about the fees...if the show isn't worth the cover charge to you...then don't come.  Just a side note: vendors have to pay a fees to be at the shows, and count on your support, just like the show counts on their support to help fund the event.  If car shows and cruise nights have any value to you, then show your gratitude and help support it.

12) BURNING RUBBER:  No one loves "burning rubber" (and lot's of it) more than me!  I still have my last set of totally destroyed Mickey Thompson's with big chunks of rubber hanging off of them.  A supercharged big block line-locked in 3rd gear at about 150mph has little mercy!  But there is a right place, and a wrong place to do it.  There might even be a right time at a wrong place to do it, but there is definitely a wrong time and a wrong place to do it, and that would be at the finish of a classic car show.  Your inappropriate actions could jeopardize a repeat show, and could be mis-interpreted as disrespect to the host of the show. Don't burn rubber on your own street, and don't do it at a car show. We can all burn rubber... but the car show is not the place to do it. You won't be impressing anyone, other than making yourself look bad.

13) TROPHY PRESENTATION: It is rude and inconsiderate to leave during the trophy presentation.  If you receive a trophy early, then you should politely wait until everyone else has received theirs too.  It's common courtesy... enough said.


DJ PicThese are some of the things that come mind off the top of my head.  If you can think of anything that I may have missed... please send your suggestion in to comments and I'll add it to the list.  These are not my rules... but rather "unwritten and understood rules" at most shows, guidelines, and suggestions on how we can all get along together as a group at a show.  Basically, just be "respectful" of the rest of the folks around you at a show and the rest should all fall into place.  Can I get an amen??

Thank you all...and see you at the next show!!  -Scott
 


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i concur. ive felt this way for years as most car folks do. i think this should be printed so the NON car people can pick up a copy at towers !!! these are the dog walking, kid rock & stick throwing, skate & bike riding bunch.the baby stroller thing between cars can be hair raising as well, momma got the purse, diaper bag. and a bunch of jewlery swinging around. regards paul