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Corvette Museum Project List
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Heel & Toe
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Corvette Museum Project List
Any general contractors out there ?
I got this mailing from the NCM, and in it
they quoted some projects and how much
it's going to cost.
Hands free tour equipment $3000
Four sound domes for exhibits $5400
42" flat screen tv/dvd players $4000
New carpet in sky dome $35000 (
) !
New carpet in office area $10,000
New carpet in Chevy Theater $6000
Reseal/Strip parking lot $10,000
Sliding glass doors for displays $3800
Tables/chairs for 200 people $12,600 ( )
(have they heard of WalMart?)
Photographic Equipment $1350
Website replacement server $2500
Desk top computers $4000
Exabyte tape drive $3500
POS (point of sale) software $2000
Video editing software $1000
(3) live screen displays $12,000
Equipment for Chevy theater $2500
(what "equipment"?)
Security camera upgrades $3726
I'm donating some $$$ anyway, but what does
everyone think of these figures ?
I got this mailing from the NCM, and in it
they quoted some projects and how much
it's going to cost.
Hands free tour equipment $3000
Four sound domes for exhibits $5400
42" flat screen tv/dvd players $4000
New carpet in sky dome $35000 (
) !New carpet in office area $10,000
New carpet in Chevy Theater $6000
Reseal/Strip parking lot $10,000
Sliding glass doors for displays $3800
Tables/chairs for 200 people $12,600 (
)(have they heard of WalMart?)
Photographic Equipment $1350
Website replacement server $2500
Desk top computers $4000
Exabyte tape drive $3500
POS (point of sale) software $2000
Video editing software $1000
(3) live screen displays $12,000
Equipment for Chevy theater $2500
(what "equipment"?)
Security camera upgrades $3726
I'm donating some $$$ anyway, but what does
everyone think of these figures ?
Melting Slicks
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From: Stop staring at my azz!!!! IL.
I have donated to the museum on several occasions,so I am not trying to slam the museum but thos figures are crazy,I was just at the museum and the carpet seemed fine-I think they should put that money somewhere else,like the new building 
Just my $.02
Just my $.02
Melting Slicks
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Yes, It does look expensive but I am sure that they are looking at where and who to get the best price from. They are really trying to get things done without throwing money away. Wendel is really on the ball and has really done an excellent job thus far. They do need all the $$ they can get to keep this great hobbie in the forefront. 
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At first glance the prices seem high, but I truly believe that the staff at the NCM try to be very aware of how they spend the money they receive. I have donated on many occasions and feel I get my money's worth. The prices may just be estimates and hopefully they will be able to secure a better deal.
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Looking at the prices, the only thing that looks high to me is the reseal of the parking lot; however, this probably includes re-striping afterward (hope they add a few more "Corvette Only" spots.
The remainder seems about right. The carpet may look high in price, but this is a big area, and it has to be heavy duty industrial carpeting or else they would be replacing it every five years. I would also imagine it is specific colors, and might not be just off the shelf.
I would have to believe that they have researched the projects and sent out to bid for all the items.
They could save money on the reseal, if during their next anniversary party. Purchase a thousand gallons of sealant, a few hundred spreaders, and pass them out to the Corvette owners as they arrive and park their cars on the grass.
The remainder seems about right. The carpet may look high in price, but this is a big area, and it has to be heavy duty industrial carpeting or else they would be replacing it every five years. I would also imagine it is specific colors, and might not be just off the shelf.
I would have to believe that they have researched the projects and sent out to bid for all the items.
They could save money on the reseal, if during their next anniversary party. Purchase a thousand gallons of sealant, a few hundred spreaders, and pass them out to the Corvette owners as they arrive and park their cars on the grass.
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