TheSamba.com :: View topic - May 17, 2008

Tue Apr 01, 2008 7:29 pm

May 17, 2008 - US 131 SPRING BUG RUN
Martin, Michigan
Three classes of racing, Judged Car Show, many Swap Meet/Vendors - new and used VW parts and Fun Runs-open to anyone. Enjoy a terrific event at a beautiful drag racing facility!

For more information visit: www.knollgasmotorsportspark.com or call the track office at 269.672.7800.

http://www.knollgasmotorsportspark.com/index.asp?pageid=7

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Wed Apr 16, 2008 7:42 pm

Only one month away! :wink:

Mon Apr 21, 2008 1:19 pm

Its getting close!

Sat May 03, 2008 7:07 am

Just a quick thought: I am from Ann Arbor and have been desperately searching for shows near me to attend, and got excited about this show when I read about it. I am not interested in the racing at all, but the prospect of the swap meet and free camping sounded awesome.
Now the bad news. Seeing that the entry fee is 12$, I don't think I'm going to make the trip. That's almost 25$ just to get in the gates for me and the sig. other. I used to go to the Milan show every year until the entry fee got to be ridiculous. Any chance that that fee might come down, or be lessened for those who aren't interested in the racing?

Sat May 03, 2008 8:43 am

I guess I don't see the fee as ridiculous.
I look at it this way. Milan is gone. There are very few shows and swap meets in our part of the country. The good people at Martin have created a new event just for us VW people. I feel we are very fortunate to have this event. The facility is fantastic; very modern, clean and well laid out.
Last year, being the first time for the Bug Run there was an excellent turn out for the swap meet. Both vendors of new and used parts.
The money you will spend on admission is not much more than you will pay to have parts shipped to you.
Lastly, part of having a classic car is getting around others with similiar interests. So, get in your VW and come on over. I'll bet you will be glad you did.

Wed May 07, 2008 3:25 pm

I agree, For the type of event this is thats not a bad entry fee. The racetrack itself is putting on the event. Its not a sponsored show and Im very gratefull they are.

Mon May 12, 2008 2:57 pm

This Saturday!
Come on out. It is well worth every penny!

Tue May 13, 2008 8:07 am

We Are in!

Is there a plan "B" in case it rains out????

Tue May 13, 2008 2:01 pm

Not that I am aware of.
Pray for no rain!
Right this second the forecast looks good!

Thu May 15, 2008 11:23 am

WooHoo looks like the weather has gone from Showers, to Few Showers, to Cloudy in the past 3 days. I am stoked!

Sat May 17, 2008 2:50 pm

Pics from today's show.

Sat May 17, 2008 2:56 pm

This ride was amazing...whoever owns it pelase speak up with details!

Some more

Loved this one!

Sun May 18, 2008 5:04 pm

slow show. stopped by for about an hour or so. didn't drive my car becasue I was dropping off a car I sold to it's new owner.

hope the fall one has more people again, like last year.

oh, the split is Mike's. he's on here, I'll let him speak up. It's freakin' beautiful. :P

johnny

Sun May 18, 2008 6:55 pm

I was wondering what happened to you. Was looking forward to seeing your car again. Will you be back in Sept?

-Bren

Sun May 18, 2008 7:41 pm

Bren wrote: I was wondering what happened to you. Was looking forward to seeing your car again. Will you be back in Sept?

-Bren

planning on it. working on a new suspension system for the car right now.

thanks for the kind words!!

johnny

Sun May 18, 2008 7:51 pm

I was dissapointed in the amount of show cars and racers also the fact that no new parts vendors showed up. But when Bren and I were trying to recruit vendors alot of them had told us that the fall event worked better for them. Then our forecast called for rain all week plus some people had said it was raining when they left their houses so they left their cars at home. There were some factors in the poor turnout but it was still fun and I hope it grows. The ECPRA is coming in the fall to run their pro stock Bugs so that will help. Yes Mikes split is pretty sick I have his Trophy since he wasnt able to stay.

Sun May 18, 2008 8:09 pm

And how much is it going to cost him to get that trophy Dustin?

Beautiful car Mike! I really like the wheels and the mirrors. Nice touch.

Mon May 19, 2008 2:20 pm

Its going to cost him the keys to his car haha j/k I would like a ride though.

Wed May 21, 2008 5:19 am

Keys to my car, no sorry! ...ride in it sure. Thanks for getting my trophy for me. I appologise again for having to leave before the presentation.

Thanks to all those who showed interest in my 52. Its been a long and costly affair but shes worth it. If any one wants more info on the car please email me at burns1432@hotmail.com

Poor turn out but a great time. Thanks to all the organisers.

Mike.

Wed May 21, 2008 7:13 pm

Thanks for chiming in Mike. Those who had a good time at the show please try to spread the word about the show and get your friends to come as well. We need this to grow!