car show etiquette?
Safety Car
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Just dont tell people what you dont like about there car. Just have fun and if you win you win and if you don't you don't. I have had people ask all kinds of questions I dont think any of them were rude.
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Good advice.....I like answering any and all questions and remember, many of the folks do not know Corvettes like we do here on the forum, so don't think their questions are dumb. You will be asked some questions that appear dumb at first, but then you just have to remember, they know nothing about Corvettes, and there's nothing wrong with that.
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It's all good in my opinion and just a part of the "entertainment".
The only thing I'd recommend not doing, is showing up with a really filthy and unprepared vehicle and then having the gall to **** and moan about not winning anything.
Le Mans Master
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From: Orlando FL
Good advice.....I like answering any and all questions and remember, many of the folks do not know Corvettes like we do here on the forum, so don't think their questions are dumb. You will be asked some questions that appear dumb at first, but then you just have to remember, they know nothing about Corvettes, and there's nothing wrong with that.
its about educating the next generation...always answer the questions and have fun..
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Urinating on someone's car to demonstrate your dislike of it is frowned upon....
(Sorry for being a smartazz, but couldn't resist). I've seen people lean or sit on the cars; it is obvious they are clueless.
(Sorry for being a smartazz, but couldn't resist). I've seen people lean or sit on the cars; it is obvious they are clueless.
Last edited by wamara; Feb 9, 2007 at 12:51 PM.
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Never touch the other cars, period. I don't ask what people paid for things, but I will ask where they got something if I like it. I always try to answer a question regardless of how nutty it may sound - the person may just not know that much about the car. Most of all, just be polite and have a good time. Car shows can be a blast.
The stuff goes everywhere, and I've seen people get very angry when they find it on their flawless finish. 
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That's some funny shet! I just had a visual and I can't stop laughing... 
Melting Slicks
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From: Redondo Beach Ca
Be courteous, no trashtalking, if you didn't pay for it keep your hands off, answer questions on how you wish, bring a chair and refreshements (icy cold beer in a thermos), and enjoy yourself! 
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
Usually jsut be polite and enjoy yourseld and don't lean on others Vettes.
You'll usually pay about $25 - $35 bucks to go to one! My wife and I go just to talk to other Vette owners see their mods and all the other generations and enter the raffles and hopefuly win sompin' for the Vette.
You'll love it, take a camera and snap some shots! People love to hear "Ohh man can we take a picture of your Vette"! Shoot man, what would you say? I thought so!
Thanks,Matt
You'll usually pay about $25 - $35 bucks to go to one! My wife and I go just to talk to other Vette owners see their mods and all the other generations and enter the raffles and hopefuly win sompin' for the Vette.
You'll love it, take a camera and snap some shots! People love to hear "Ohh man can we take a picture of your Vette"! Shoot man, what would you say? I thought so!
Thanks,Matt
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From: Peterborough"I'd rather be topless than all couped up" Ontario
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if you walking the show yourself don't leave glove box un-locked. I have seen digitial cameras walk away, so keep your stuff locked up.
good comment on the tire spray
good comment on the tire spray
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From: Mississauga, Ontario Corvettes were built to be driven...not trailered
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All good advice above...my motto is if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all. We all have our own visions of what mods look good and which ones don't. If you see one that is hedious, just keep walking. And if you see something that looks good ask, "do you mind me asking how you did that"...99% of the guys and gals will be flattered you ask and will take the time to walk you through it.
Finally, if you're standing around a bunch of guys who are trash talking someone else's ride, don't give into the temptation to join in. Take the higher road and keep quiet and if it really gets out of hand, walk away.
Car shows are one of the best parts of this hobby...you just got to keep away from the political landminds
Finally, if you're standing around a bunch of guys who are trash talking someone else's ride, don't give into the temptation to join in. Take the higher road and keep quiet and if it really gets out of hand, walk away.
Car shows are one of the best parts of this hobby...you just got to keep away from the political landminds