38Buick 80C Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) Here is a map of the Ramada Inn including the layout of the show field and other planned events of the National Meet141208 BCA 2015 Hotel Property Map - low res.pdf Edited January 3, 2015 by MrEarl my attempt of attaching the file failed so edited Brians to fit (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted January 3, 2015 Author Share Posted January 3, 2015 Thanks Brian, that one works for me, hopefully it will for others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booreatta Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Thanks Brian I can open it. Hopefully this will help visitors get the lay of the land before getting to Springfield. Thanks Lamar can we also move a copy of this to Buick General forum?You guys are greatChuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted January 14, 2015 Author Share Posted January 14, 2015 There are still rooms available at the Best Western Plus Coach House that Chuck spoke of above (right across Glenstone from the host hotel) Double queen and full breakfast at $79.00. http://www.reservation-desk.com/hote...2-1C8D91F452CE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 (edited) FYI RE: Show field Parking - Springfield will be Driven display and 400 pt integrated together arranged in 400pt classes which are roughly by year. Archival in its own class, mods in their own class. This is just like Portland.edit by moderator) In order to keep this thread from becoming bogged down with this subject, previous posts made relative to parking can be found and discussed herehttp://forums.aaca.org/f115/parking-2015-national-meet-springfield-386610.htmlSEE UPDATE BELOW Edited January 23, 2015 by MrEarl add update message (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booreatta Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 (edited) UPDATE The Archival cars WILL be parked on the showfield with the other classes. No class will be forced to a separated parking spot because of the "class they are entered in". Judging might be a bit tougher but that can be worked out also and a plan is in place. This plan has my total support as well as John Steed's (our head judge). The goal is to present Buick from early to post war, and there wont be any profiling, all Buicks are equal. Hopefully this will help make Springfield a great meet. There could be some variance to this if needed, ie the Modified class if they want to. Will have to see how that shakes out. I know the Reatta division always wants to be separate but that wont be an issue due to all of the car being one of 4 years and they will still be with in what we are trying to do. Chuck Kerls Edited January 23, 2015 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jolly_John Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 Hi, Gang. Does anyone have any observations or further information about the various swap meet areas that will be available to vendors? I believe I read there was an indoor in the hotel, an indoor under cover in the parking ramp, and an outdoor. Thanks. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 There will be indoor vendors inside, as well as outdoor vendors in the back of the hotel in the parking lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill - 29 Buick Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 UPDATE The Archival cars WILL be parked on the showfield with the other classes. No class will be forced to a separated parking spot because of the "class they are entered in". Judging might be a bit tougher but that can be worked out also and a plan is in place. This plan has my total support as well as John Steed's (our head judge). The goal is to present Buick from early to post war, and there wont be any profiling, all Buicks are equal. Hopefully this will help make Springfield a great meet. There could be some variance to this if needed, ie the Modified class if they want to. Will have to see how that shakes out. I know the Reatta division always wants to be separate but that wont be an issue due to all of the car being one of 4 years and they will still be with in what we are trying to do. Chuck KerlsChuck: Understand this is NOT the case anymore. Can you enlighten us as to why. Thanks !Bill McLaughlin1929 McLaughlin BuickSupporter of "All Together Parking by Era" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted March 17, 2015 Author Share Posted March 17, 2015 Chuck hasn't been on here since you posted Bill so I PM'd him to let him know someone had a question relative to parking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted March 17, 2015 Share Posted March 17, 2015 "Does anyone have any observations or further information about the various swap meet areas that will be available to vendors? I believe I read there was an indoor in the hotel, an indoor under cover in the parking ramp, and an outdoor. Thanks. John"FYI, there is no parking ramp at this hotel. All of the parking areas are open, no cover. But there are indoor rooms also set aside for vendors who want an indoor space.Pete Phillips, BCA #7338 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seafoam65 Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 (edited) Chuck hasn't been on here since you posted Bill so I PM'd him to let him know someone had a question relative to parking. Mr. Earl, I'll be pleased as punch If I can just park in the vicinity of all the fine Buicks thatare coming to the meet. They can put me anywhere in the lot.....even next door to the Mercury station wagon if there is one! I'm getting too old to sweat the small stuff......I'm glad to be alive so I can attend! I figure that if you've got something worth showing, the people who likeyour model of car will find you! Who knows.....if you park next to theMercury wagon you might get to meet some fine folks! Edited March 18, 2015 by Seafoam65 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Welch Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 (edited) Volunteers needed for 2015 Springfield National Meet. The Club is looking for help with parking cars, etc. We also need an experienced photographer or two. I am coordinating the volunteer effort and would love to hear from you. My email is cartoys@comcast.net and cell number is 617-838-3525 (please calls before 8:00PM eastern time)Jack Welch Edited March 20, 2015 by Buick3746c (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 Is there any information out there about the tours this year? I couldn't locate anything on the BCA web site nor on threads here. I was (finally) filling out our registration and asked She Who Must Be Obeyed about the tours...she proceeded to ask me for details which I am unable to provide. There is usually a one paragraph description listed for each tour. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 (edited) I called the Bugle editor and he doesn't recall receiving anything about the tours to be published. But I know I saw something about the tours somewhere. I'll look some more. Edited April 21, 2015 by TxBuicks (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booreatta Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 All of the tours are listed in Mr Earls first post on this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Model56s Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 I have an extra room reservation for the National Meet that I now do not need. It is at the Hampton Inn 2750 N Glenstone in Springfield, room rate is $112/night for arrival on June 10 and departure June 13. If anyone is interested, send me a PM and I will see about transferring the reservation.Geoff LockettBCA 46433 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 70GSX Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 Is there any provision for motorhome parking? Where will trailers be parked? Could we dry camp there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 I heard the host hotel will not allow RV overnight parking. However, you should call the hotel and clarify what they will or will not allow. There are several camp grounds nearby. Trailer parking will be nearby, at a site yet to be determined, until they see how many trailers are expected. That decision should be forthcoming soon, as the deadline is approaching fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 Thanks Roy. You may need to give me a kick in the pants...haven't gotten mine in yet. It is almost filled in, but need to scan and send to you.Chuck - apparently I'm confused or blind or something. I can't find anything in MrEarl's post with details about the tours. I think we've decided to do the winery / brewery tour...it is relatively self-explanatory.Take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 70GSX Posted May 4, 2015 Share Posted May 4, 2015 I heard the host hotel will not allow RV overnight parking. However, you should call the hotel and clarify what they will or will not allow. There are several camp grounds nearby. Trailer parking will be nearby, at a site yet to be determined, until they see how many trailers are expected. That decision should be forthcoming soon, as the deadline is approaching fast.Would like info about nearby campgrounds. Anyone else traveling with a motorhome? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarNucopia Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 I'm curious what days the Vendor Area is open. I didn't see this listed on the registration form.Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 I'm curious what days the Vendor Area is open. I didn't see this listed on the registration form.Thankstypically Tuesday is setup and vending starts Wednesday by Thursday mist vendors are there and typically most fold up mid day Saturday. Are you vending or buying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarNucopia Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 Thanks Brian. I'd be buying, though I'm not looking for anything in particular.Are you vending or buying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunchabuix Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 JUNIOR JUDGING PROGRAM @ THE 2015 National Meet The Junior Judging Program, open to all youngsters, 12 thru 18, will be offered at the BCA National Meet in Springfield, MO. You must attend the Judge’s Training Seminar on Friday @2pm at the Oasis Convention Center and the Saturday Judges Breakfast @7am at the Oasis Center., The youngsters will be assigned to BCA judging teams, who will assist you as you learn the BCA 400 point judging system. This experience should add to your growing knowledge and understanding of older cars. Any questions, and if you know now you plan to attend, please contact me:Jerry Bodden, BCA 1518815/862 0002 home336/508 4783 celljbsbuix@gmail.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Thanks for putting this together again Jerry. Unfortunately, the boys are in high school exams at the time of the meet so won't be in attendance this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 Two Weeks!! Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunchabuix Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Derick (Thriller) We'll miss you & the family. your kids were always a joy to be with in the Youth programs. Jerry & Joan Bodden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCK55buick Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Looking forward to seeing everybody! We are trailering the '39 Limited down, staying at the Best Western across the street.Has the trailer parking area been determined yet? Last I heard that was up in the air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thriller Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Suzanne and I will be there...just not the teenagers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Kissing cousins, and they're both coming to Springfield, under their own power, for their first BCA national meet appearance. Both have similar stories, both were barn finds, both are completely unrestored, both slept in separate barns for over 40 years.Pete Phillips, BCA #7338 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 (edited) A friend, Jon Henry has a post by Pete under hauling with an empty trailer going from MA to Springfield, MO for the meet o if you have anything to move. give him a call. He is going on to Montana, so could take something to Montana or someplace nearby, from anywhere in the northeast. Phone number is 508.245.9093. John Edited May 31, 2015 by jscheib (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Now that is really cool, Pete. I see one ovious difference and not talking about the color. Can't wait to see em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHAD THOMAS Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 I don't see any mention of a car corral. Do I need to buy a vendor space or just display with a for sale sign or what??? Please let me know so I can figure out what to do about with the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 Chad, Did you pre-register? On the form it states 25.00 per car corral space, plus you must pre registered for the meet as well, as I understand. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booreatta Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Just a quick up date. The schedule of events is posted on the BCA website. Trailer parking will be on the Wal Mart parking lot on the southwest side near the road. Short walking distance to the Host Hotel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxBuicks Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Chad, John is correct. There is a standard $35 fee for BCA members which all registrants must pay, no matter what they intend to do at the show. This fee primarily is used to offset the cost of the show. Then a Car Corral space is an additional $25, and you can park your car there from Wednesday thru Saturday. Although the registration deadline has passed, we can still get you registered. Just fill out the registration form and send it by email to BuickNationals@verizon.net. If you don't know how to scan it, just send the information in a standard email. You can pay by credit card or at the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PONTIAC1953 Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 the weather for the days of the buick meet are not looking too good, rain and thunder storms will be almost every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 the weather for the days of the buick meet are not looking too good, rain and thunder storms will be almost every day.But it might be cooler. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38Buick 80C Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 But it might be cooler.Cooler than 2012 in Charlotte at least ;-) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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