Looking for Input - Info on planning a big car show

[ChallengerHK]

I'm in early talks around helping organize a large, annual car show in Florida, and I'm looking to get feedback and information about that idea. I'm listing some specific questions I have below, but feel free to add anything you think I should know.

1) Who here would be interested in attending such a show? How far away are you? Would the time of year play a huge role in your decision to attend?

2) Aside from c-c, are you part of any other groups where you could spread the word and generate interest?

3) Would you consider a taking a vacation in which the show was a part?

4) What are other factors that would influence your decision?

[dodj]

1A  Yes
1B How far away from what - Saudi Arabia?
1C Yes
2 Not really
3 Yes
4 How it's location would fit in with other vacationing/sightseeing interests as in say ROLLER COASTERS!! Have the show at Cedar Point!

[ChallengerHK]

1B How far away from what - Saudi Arabia?

Ooops    I had to leave out something. In Florida; initial post edited.

[ChallengerHK]

4 How it's location would fit in with other vacationing/sightseeing interests as in say ROLLER COASTERS!! Have the show at Cedar Point!

Well, I am thinking roller coasters, and Cedar Point has some of the best, but I'm looking at Disney World.

[MEK-Dangerfield]

David,

 I'm not going to be of much help here as even if you got the Sports Illustrated swimsuit models to attend the show, it is going to cost me a ton of $$$ to drive my '70 to Disney World.   

To be serious though, I think the time of year is a big factor. You wouldn't want to have this when it's real hot and humid(see Carlisle 2012 and the 102* temps.).   

[dodj]

Ooops    I had to leave out something. In Florida; initial post edited.

Definitely interested. They got some pretty sweet coasters there too! Have it in Melbourne and have a cruise in/party at Katfish's place? 

[Fern]

Just a note, anyone with kids would have a hard time going if it was during school season. Have it on a vacation week or when school is out.

[brads70]

RV hook ups or a RV park near by?

[dodj]

RV hook ups or a RV park near by?

We can park our trailers side by side. After the show..campfire and .....

[AARCUDADEN]

I would be more than interested but there is no way i could afford to travel that far. Most everyone i know and run with to car shows all keep travel distance within right here in Ohio. Good luck getting it together sounds like alot of fun 

[4Cruizn]

Been wanting to come to Florida as we are considering buying a condo there . . . Wouldn't have a car though . . .

[ChallengerHK]

I guess another good question is "Would you attend even if you weren't bringing a car?"

[brads70]

We can park our trailers side by side. After the show..campfire and .....

That sounds like fun! Hard to get away these days though. Kids in school, work, etc.....

[fantum]

David,

Having lived in Florida for most of my life I would have to agree tht when you plan the show is very important due to weather considerations.  Late November through early April are the best periods (lower temperatures and less chance of rain).

There are several car shows in and around the Orlando area.  One of the guys who is really into the car scene is Goody's dad.  He can give you a lot more information on shows in that area and about his own club, which can be found at:  http://musclecarflorida.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network

Hope this helps, and good luck.


MIKE

P.S.  By the way, give me enough lead time and I will go (if it's in Florida).

[72ls5fla]

since I live in FL --  count me in!!

Best time for weather - from NOvember late through April late.   Then TONS of crappy rain..  and HEAT!