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Abomb1223 · 08-04-2012, 05:32 PM

Went to the C5fest today with my grandfather and cousin to find out its 20 bucks a person to get in. At first I was like, wow, there must be some major things goin on in there for it to cost this much and I wasn't that upset. After walking around for about 2 hours and also watching a little drag, I thought the fest was a little lackluster. Vendors didn't have that great of deals, food was expensive, and actually not half as many people as I thought there'd be. Don't get me wrong there were some amazing cars there but overall I was disappointed in my first fest. Especially as 20 a person.

Kiss My SS · 08-04-2012, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Abomb1223

Went to the C5fest today with my grandfather and cousin to find out its 20 bucks a person to get in. At first I was like, wow, there must be some major things goin on in there for it to cost this much and I wasn't that upset. After walking around for about 2 hours and also watching a little drag, I thought the fest was a little lackluster. Vendors didn't have that great of deals, food was expensive, and actually not half as many people as I thought there'd be. Don't get me wrong there were some amazing cars there but overall I was disappointed in my first fest. Especially as 20 a person.

For that kinda money they should throw in a FREE T-Shirt!!

Abomb1223 · 08-04-2012, 05:40 PM

Yea! They offered but I told them in the beginning it was my treat. Even if I didn't, 20 for just me wouldve been too much for what there was. .

orangejuice · 08-04-2012, 05:47 PM

Im pretty sure the entry fee goes towards the maintenance of this site and other things. Nothing is free in this world man.

upflying · 08-04-2012, 05:52 PM

It's even sadder when you consider this fact..

What cost $20 in 1982 would cost $44.58 in 2010. Also, if you were to buy exactly the same products in 2010 and 1982,
they would cost you $20 and $8.58 respectively.

blazzin1 · 08-04-2012, 05:55 PM

Well, at least that makes me feel a little better about missing it. I was considering driving like 12 hours....glad I didn't!!!

AZCamaroFan · 08-04-2012, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by upflying

It's even sadder when you consider this fact..

What cost $20 in 1982 would cost $44.58 in 2010. Also, if you were to buy exactly the same products in 2010 and 1982,
they would cost you $20 and $8.58 respectively.

now you're just confusing me.

Kiss My SS · 08-04-2012, 06:28 PM

I honestly wondered how big of a deal this would be and Im glad I didnt buy a R/T plane ticket plus hotel, food and rental car, I would have been pissed! But if I had lived closer such as Kentucky or Indiana then I would have probably went.

Dtrimpi87 · 08-04-2012, 06:37 PM

Lol the things some people complain about

denny2188 · 08-04-2012, 06:38 PM

$10 per day would of been much better.....you can only watch so much drag racing in 1 day.....but at least I did get a free install of my hex vents

Steve from Hines Performance did a GREAT job of paint matching my vents!!!

camarozzzz · 08-04-2012, 06:39 PM

I am very glad I made the right choice not to go...I was majorly considering making the 4500mile trip....I decided against it basically for the reasons OP has mentioned. I imagined it would be majorly overpriced, have nothing good being sold, and basically just be a fancy Camaro car show. I have a feeling the event is a bit over hyped on the forum here - no offence intended to those who enjoy it!!! My thoughts on all events of this sort are generally its a huge money making pot. If you live nearby go for it, but otherwise the trip out doesn't seem worthwhile.

Renegade · 08-04-2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Kiss My SS

For that kinda money they should throw in a FREE T-Shirt!!

Or atleast show a wet T-shirt contest for free.

ActNup NY · 08-04-2012, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Kiss My SS

For that kinda money they should throw in a FREE T-Shirt!!

with a bottle of poland spring water I'm just saying

. Hey atleast you got to hang with your grandfather man. Can't beat hanging out with old wisdom.

dorfmac · 08-04-2012, 06:48 PM

Similar to the other guy who complained from Chicago, if you aren't. Sticking around for everything AFTER at the hotel, then you are missing the best aspect of the fest.

And $20? Seriously?

08-04-2012, 05:32 PM	#1
Abomb1223 Drives: 2011 Camaro Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,086	20 bucks was too much Went to the C5fest today with my grandfather and cousin to find out its 20 bucks a person to get in. At first I was like, wow, there must be some major things goin on in there for it to cost this much and I wasn't that upset. After walking around for about 2 hours and also watching a little drag, I thought the fest was a little lackluster. Vendors didn't have that great of deals, food was expensive, and actually not half as many people as I thought there'd be. Don't get me wrong there were some amazing cars there but overall I was disappointed in my first fest. Especially as 20 a person.

08-04-2012, 05:47 PM	#4
orangejuice H1 OFCR Drives: 2013 ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Shelby Twp., Michigan Posts: 1,320 View My Garage	Im pretty sure the entry fee goes towards the maintenance of this site and other things. Nothing is free in this world man. __________________ Corsa Rotofab BBK ZL1 Hood/Fascia AAC Afterburners/Sidemarkers Havoc Black Chrome 5% Tint/20% Smoked Taillights

08-04-2012, 05:40 PM	#3
Abomb1223 Drives: 2011 Camaro Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,086	Yea! They offered but I told them in the beginning it was my treat. Even if I didn't, 20 for just me wouldve been too much for what there was. .

08-04-2012, 05:52 PM	#5
upflying Drives: '86 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,119	It's even sadder when you consider this fact.. What cost $20 in 1982 would cost $44.58 in 2010. Also, if you were to buy exactly the same products in 2010 and 1982, they would cost you $20 and $8.58 respectively.

08-04-2012, 05:55 PM	#6
blazzin1 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS R6P Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Cloud, FL Posts: 4,845 View My Garage	Well, at least that makes me feel a little better about missing it. I was considering driving like 12 hours....glad I didn't!!!

08-04-2012, 06:28 PM	#8
Kiss My SS Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 481	I honestly wondered how big of a deal this would be and Im glad I didnt buy a R/T plane ticket plus hotel, food and rental car, I would have been pissed! But if I had lived closer such as Kentucky or Indiana then I would have probably went.

08-04-2012, 06:37 PM	#9
Dtrimpi87 Banned Drives: 2010 2SS/RS A6 & 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,491	Lol the things some people complain about

08-04-2012, 06:38 PM	#10
denny2188 Drives: 2011 IBM Camaro 2LT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 393	$10 per day would of been much better.....you can only watch so much drag racing in 1 day.....but at least I did get a free install of my hex vents Steve from Hines Performance did a GREAT job of paint matching my vents!!!

08-04-2012, 06:39 PM	#11
camarozzzz Drives: Blue Join Date: May 2012 Location: WA Posts: 1,338	I am very glad I made the right choice not to go...I was majorly considering making the 4500mile trip....I decided against it basically for the reasons OP has mentioned. I imagined it would be majorly overpriced, have nothing good being sold, and basically just be a fancy Camaro car show. I have a feeling the event is a bit over hyped on the forum here - no offence intended to those who enjoy it!!! My thoughts on all events of this sort are generally its a huge money making pot. If you live nearby go for it, but otherwise the trip out doesn't seem worthwhile.

08-04-2012, 06:48 PM	#14
dorfmac www.macsautodetail.com Drives: 2010 2LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Baltimore Posts: 1,894 View My Garage	Similar to the other guy who complained from Chicago, if you aren't. Sticking around for everything AFTER at the hotel, then you are missing the best aspect of the fest. And $20? Seriously?