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OHIOSS · 08-07-2009, 08:56 PM

I took my black Camaro SS to my first official car show yesterday. There was over 160 cars at the show and I never had less than 6-7 people looking at my car for 3 hours straight. Everyone was very respectful and super complimentary about the car. Even older guys that you would expect wouldn't like the new Camaro simply loved it. I had one older gent about 75 years old that told me that is the way a muscle car is supposed to look.

Here is a quick pic I took with about 14 people gathered around my car.

KJS · 08-07-2009, 09:43 PM

Jeeze what a bunch of morons! They must have all been outrageously jealous man!

I brought my 2LT to the Sunday morning OBI crowd back in May (first on on LI) and they went wild - great crowd. Lots of pix, questions, etc...

I'm really sorry these idiots didn't show a bit of class and respect. But you know you got a great machine and NOBODY can take that away from you - or US! The car absolutely ROCKS!

"prima"Donna · 08-08-2009, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Russ Hunsaker

I took my black Camaro SS to my first official car show yesterday. There was over 160 cars at the show and I never had less than 6-7 people looking at my car for 3 hours straight. Everyone was very respectful and super complimentary about the car. Even older guys that you would expect wouldn't like the new Camaro simply loved it. I had one older gent about 75 years old that told me that is the way a muscle car is supposed to look.

Here is a quick pic I took with about 14 people gathered around my car.

thanks for sharing...

Timberline · 08-08-2009, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by calflan

I believe alot of the ney sayers are coming from a different angle than some are realizing. I obviously love my car and love the new Camaro, but there can be a certain amount of pride in building a car vs. buying a car. Not to downplay anyone who bought the new car and worked hard in order to afford the new car, but the guys that sweat out getting the output from their car feel they 'created' their cars.

Just as the new Camaro owner will have pride putting catback exhaust, CAI, tune chips, etc. to get even more beef from these Camaro's, the guy that restored and beefed up that old '69 Camaro or '71 Mustang has pride in getting the results in his car that he feels he actually created rather than simply modified.

I'm not trying to downplay schmucks talking smack over a beautiful new car that they may simply be jealous of, but there are those decent guys that really don't feel the link between a car show owner of a modified vs. an owner of an innovative new design.

I restored a '77 Camaro from ground up and at shows I attended, there might be a Viper show up or something along those lines. Obviously that Viper made my Camaro look like a Ford Pinto in comparison of power, comfort, etc., etc., but I had pride in knowing I built the car from frame back up and what it is, is what I myself put in the car, not a production line. If I could have afforded the Viper, absolutely I'd love to be in that car instead, but my fall back was that I did it, while he bought it.

Not meant to annoy anyone here, just offering a different perspective.

calflan is exactly right. Well said.

thebighar · 08-08-2009, 08:51 AM

I have a chance next month to put my car in a local show, some of these posts are giving me second thoughts, if anyone touches my car or says something negative i may have to start shooting.

StoutFiles · 08-08-2009, 11:25 AM

I don't understand why everyone here is instantly labeling the people at that car show "jealous morons" because they didn't drool over the new Camaro.

They're probably venting at the fact that it's even there. When you have a show with a bunch of classic cars and people who have spent countless hours working on these cars to make them faster, they aren't going to be giddy when someone brings over a brand new stock car and expects to steal praise. It's THEIR show, let them have their fun and don't crash their party with a car that does not fit the "old/classic car that has been worked on" mold.

For this reason I will never take my car to a classic show. Let the old cars get their respect and don't try to steal their thunder.

myold88 · 08-08-2009, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Russ Hunsaker

I took my black Camaro SS to my first official car show yesterday. There was over 160 cars at the show and I never had less than 6-7 people looking at my car for 3 hours straight. Everyone was very respectful and super complimentary about the car. Even older guys that you would expect wouldn't like the new Camaro simply loved it. I had one older gent about 75 years old that told me that is the way a muscle car is supposed to look.

Here is a quick pic I took with about 14 people gathered around my car.

What do you mean us "older guys wouldn't like the new Camaro". LOL, I'm 67 and my Summit white 2SS/RS is built and due at my dealer any day now. It's us older guys that respect this car having grown up in the 50's & 60's when real cars were built, plus the rice burners and foreign junk was still overseas.

PQ · 08-08-2009, 11:44 AM

I don't think there is a place for a brand new car at a car show unless I was asked specificaly to bring my car. Me and Bonnie have been to 2 car shows and a cruise in since I've had my car. I parked in the parking lot with everyone else who was there to see cars that have been modified. The cruise in was pretty cool. I just parked and people went nuts.

I guess I just feel that ANYONE can go order or buy a car and drive it. If you're gonna be in a show, I think you have to have done some cool mods outside or inside or performance.

It allways kills me at some of the import shows when guys show up with a brand new car they bought and slapped rims on and sit it there like I couldn't just go to the Nissan or Toyota or Honda dealer and see a bunch of them. I wanna see something fairly unique when I go to a show.

Depends on the kind of show too.

Some of those comments you heard was jealousy, some was honest opinion and some were brand loyalty. Probably should have left it in the parking lot.

myold88 · 08-08-2009, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

I don't think there is a place for a brand new car at a car show unless I was asked specificaly to bring my car. Me and Bonnie have been to 2 car shows and a cruise in since I've had my car. I parked in the parking lot with everyone else who was there to see cars that have been modified. The cruise in was pretty cool. I just parked and people went nuts.

I guess I just feel that ANYONE can go order or buy a car and drive it. If you're gonna be in a show, I think you have to have done some cool mods outside or inside or performance.

It allways kills me at some of the import shows when guys show up with a brand new car they bought and slapped rims on and sit it there like I couldn't just go to the Nissan or Toyota or Honda dealer and see a bunch of them. I wanna see something fairly unique when I go to a show.

Depends on the kind of show too.

Some of those comments you heard was jealousy, some was honest opinion and some were brand loyalty. Probably should have left it in the parking lot.

I mostly agree with you but here in Northern Ct we have a Monday night cruise that gets between 500-900 cars VERY MONDAY NIGHT. All cars are welcome and trophys are given out. For one, I don't think trophys should be given out to new off the showroom floor cars. It only takes $$ to have one of them. When I get my Camaro next week, I'm going to shows, but will refuse any trophy thats offered- Just my opinion.

PQ · 08-08-2009, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by myold88

I mostly agree with you but here in Northern Ct we have a Monday night cruise that gets between 500-900 cars VERY MONDAY NIGHT. All cars are welcome and trophys are given out. For one, I don't think trophys should be given out to new off the showroom floor cars. It only takes $$ to have one of them. When I get my Camaro next week, I'm going to shows, but will refuse any trophy thats offered- Just my opinion.

A cruise in is very different. If it would peak interest to ANYONE you bring it.

And don't worry. You won't get any trophies offered. Not to a new stock car. Yes, even the new Camaro. Now, if you were to do a few cosmetics or performance stuff, it would be different. Even just some custom 'painted' stripes would be enough.

Angelina · 08-08-2009, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

And don't worry. You won't get any trophies offered. Not to a new stock car. Yes, even the new Camaro. Now, if you were to do a few cosmetics or performance stuff, it would be different. Even just some custom 'painted' stripes would be enough.

I have 2 trophies for my new Stock Camaro. It depends on the show. The ones that I go to have a class for new cars. Stock and Mod's. I was even requested to bring my car to a show by the promoter. People are genuinely interested in seeing them. I am sure this will wear off as the become more abundant.

OHIOSS · 08-08-2009, 01:48 PM

Ha ha, I said an older gent 75 years old, not 67 years old. I didn't mean any disrespect no matter what age, just an observation.

boricat · 08-08-2009, 05:12 PM

Bring it here Thurs nights. People LOVE em.

nasty2ss · 08-08-2009, 05:15 PM

Is there a differnce between cruise nights and shqws? I thought cruise nights everyone was welcome. Where I live there is a cruise night almost every night of the week some where and all types of cars new and old. It's fun looking at all the different cars from 1920 on.I also had nothing but positive comments from other owners of classic's.

08-07-2009, 09:43 PM	#30
KJS Drives: '10 RJT,'95&'14 Vette Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cut Throat, NY Posts: 1,723 View My Garage	EFFEM!! D-BAGS! Jeeze what a bunch of morons! They must have all been outrageously jealous man! I brought my 2LT to the Sunday morning OBI crowd back in May (first on on LI) and they went wild - great crowd. Lots of pix, questions, etc... I'm really sorry these idiots didn't show a bit of class and respect. But you know you got a great machine and NOBODY can take that away from you - or US! The car absolutely ROCKS! __________________ *"As ye sow, so shall ye reap" - Me* Mine at sunset

08-08-2009, 11:44 AM	#36
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	I don't think there is a place for a brand new car at a car show unless I was asked specificaly to bring my car. Me and Bonnie have been to 2 car shows and a cruise in since I've had my car. I parked in the parking lot with everyone else who was there to see cars that have been modified. The cruise in was pretty cool. I just parked and people went nuts. I guess I just feel that ANYONE can go order or buy a car and drive it. If you're gonna be in a show, I think you have to have done some cool mods outside or inside or performance. It allways kills me at some of the import shows when guys show up with a brand new car they bought and slapped rims on and sit it there like I couldn't just go to the Nissan or Toyota or Honda dealer and see a bunch of them. I wanna see something fairly unique when I go to a show. Depends on the kind of show too. Some of those comments you heard was jealousy, some was honest opinion and some were brand loyalty. Probably should have left it in the parking lot. __________________

08-08-2009, 05:12 PM	#41
boricat RJT2SS Drives: 2011 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Central NY Posts: 64	Sylvan Beach NY Bring it here Thurs nights. People LOVE em.

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08-07-2009, 08:56 PM	#29
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	I took my black Camaro SS to my first official car show yesterday. There was over 160 cars at the show and I never had less than 6-7 people looking at my car for 3 hours straight. Everyone was very respectful and super complimentary about the car. Even older guys that you would expect wouldn't like the new Camaro simply loved it. I had one older gent about 75 years old that told me that is the way a muscle car is supposed to look. Here is a quick pic I took with about 14 people gathered around my car.

08-08-2009, 08:51 AM	#33
thebighar Drives: 2018 1LT RS V6 Nightfall Grey Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Willow Grove PA Posts: 570	I have a chance next month to put my car in a local show, some of these posts are giving me second thoughts, if anyone touches my car or says something negative i may have to start shooting.

08-08-2009, 11:25 AM	#34
StoutFiles Drives: Black/Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 733	I don't understand why everyone here is instantly labeling the people at that car show "jealous morons" because they didn't drool over the new Camaro. They're probably venting at the fact that it's even there. When you have a show with a bunch of classic cars and people who have spent countless hours working on these cars to make them faster, they aren't going to be giddy when someone brings over a brand new stock car and expects to steal praise. It's THEIR show, let them have their fun and don't crash their party with a car that does not fit the "old/classic car that has been worked on" mold. For this reason I will never take my car to a classic show. Let the old cars get their respect and don't try to steal their thunder.

08-08-2009, 01:48 PM	#40
OHIOSS Russ Drives: Yukon Denali, Charger, CamaroSS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,811	Ha ha, I said an older gent 75 years old, not 67 years old. I didn't mean any disrespect no matter what age, just an observation.

08-08-2009, 05:15 PM	#42
nasty2ss Drives: 2010 camaro 2ss IOM Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: rochester ny Posts: 767	Is there a differnce between cruise nights and shqws? I thought cruise nights everyone was welcome. Where I live there is a cruise night almost every night of the week some where and all types of cars new and old. It's fun looking at all the different cars from 1920 on.I also had nothing but positive comments from other owners of classic's.