I am just beginning restoration on my 31 Packard. I have done other cars but have never shown any of them. I am a bit older now and not in any great rush. I plan to make the car as correct as possible. I will do the mechanicals, preliminary bodywork, final assm, and leave the final paint and all trim work to the pro's. With that said, where do I learn the rules of how cars are seriously judged? Do they differ from AACA to CCAA? I am a few years from completing the car so I have some time to learn. Can anyone steer me in the right direction or is my question too vague? Please let me know.<P>Thanks!!!!<P>------------------<BR>looking for 31 Packard Roadster parts!

First step - Read the AACA Judging Manual. You can do this by going to the homepage of this site and clicking on the judging section and calling up the manual or sending $3 to the National Headquarters for a copy or attending an AACA National Meet, going to a judging school, getting a manual free, and then participating in an apprentice team where the AACA judging procedure is explained in detail. Then just do your research and keep all components authentic for the vehicle and you should do well in either the AACA or CCCA.

I suggest attending a judging school. You'll learn more than just doing the reading (which you still will need to do). You'll get a better idea about how the judges look at your what they are looking for and get a better idea as to the point system. Just because you attend doesn't mean you have to become a Judge.