htownchillin Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 Hey everyone, I'm looking for some feedback and thoughts on a new car show web platform where you can host either fully virtual events or hybrid ones where the show happens in person and all the cars are showcased online for people to see who can't make it. I'd love to hear anyone's thoughts on what they like, don't like or just general comments on the site and concept. Is there something you'd want to see? Could you see yourself using this to check out cool shows you can't go to? Do you hate it? I'm open to any and all feedback. I know car shows are made for in-person and I def don't want to change that. However, this platform is geared to allow people who can't make an event or live elsewhere to still enjoy the show more than they otherwise would be able to. We're still really early and it would be invaluable to have a few key people who want to play a big part in guiding where the product goes from here. If you think that sounds like you, please reach out. We could discuss various options such as featuring you on our as our early supporters or even bring you in as an advisor depending on your level of commitment and ability! You can see the few events we've done in Houston here (2 are with mostly newer cars and there's one classic show so far, but hope to have more!): Topmarq: https://www.topmarq.com/events/ Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Novak Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 Not something that I think the AACA Club would support if New Cars are included. AACA policy would strictly reject cars less the 25 years old be included in AACA Events. I think you would be better off starting and organizing a new Club, not affiliated with AACA. One that would be run more like a Curse In for people with newer cars, or Modified Cars of any year and model. Suggest that you see if there is an interest with other local car clubs to join together to make it happen. Good luck in you quest, make it happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted August 26, 2020 Author Share Posted August 26, 2020 19 hours ago, Doug Novak said: Not something that I think the AACA Club would support if New Cars are included. AACA policy would strictly reject cars less the 25 years old be included in AACA Events. I think you would be better off starting and organizing a new Club, not affiliated with AACA. One that would be run more like a Curse In for people with newer cars, or Modified Cars of any year and model. Suggest that you see if there is an interest with other local car clubs to join together to make it happen. Good luck in you quest, make it happen. Hey Doug, I appreciate the response. That definitely makes sense as AACA only focuses on old cars. However, you could easily create a virtual show that only allowed cars that fit this description. In fact, most organizations I'm speaking with are classic car focused. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Always depends on how define that so often misused term "classic car." I don't see a lot of AACA folks flocking to this idea. Do you intend to also report on swap meets? Terry 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 Hey Terry, You're definitely right! The classics fans don't seem too excited about the concept. It's interesting that there is a bit of a lining based on the types of cars someone enjoys. I hadn't specifically been thinking about swap meets so far but it's definitely something to consider. Are you thinking in terms of being able to see what might be available at the swap meet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 Yes. There are a lot of swap meets around, and some are not much more than junk markets with piles of make in China tools, yard-sale stuff like jewelry and cosmetics added to fill empty spaces. They advertise "hundreds of spaces" but when you get there, those spaces are filled with T-shirt vendors, souvenir stands and darned few actual old car parts vendors. A video preview would be great to see so we don't waste time looking for real antique car parts among piles of modern mag wheels and stuff rescued yesterday from the local modern scrap yard. Terry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Gariepy Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 The Cadillac & LaSalle club currently has a virtual car show going on RIGHT NOW. https://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/page/virtualcarshow I set it up on a site called: shortstack.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 4 hours ago, Terry Bond said: Yes. There are a lot of swap meets around, and some are not much more than junk markets with piles of make in China tools, yard-sale stuff like jewelry and cosmetics added to fill empty spaces. They advertise "hundreds of spaces" but when you get there, those spaces are filled with T-shirt vendors, souvenir stands and darned few actual old car parts vendors. A video preview would be great to see so we don't waste time looking for real antique car parts among piles of modern mag wheels and stuff rescued yesterday from the local modern scrap yard. Terry That's interesting! Thanks for the comment - we might be able to do something for that. Sounds like it'd be pretty irritating, especially if it's far away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 6 minutes ago, Peter Gariepy said: The Cadillac & LaSalle club currently has a virtual car show going on RIGHT NOW. https://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/page/virtualcarshow I set it up on a site called: shortstack.com Wow thats pretty cool! Definitely the most sophisticated home grown system I've seen. Looks like it does pretty much what you need. Did they have a limit on the number of photos? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Gariepy Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 40 minutes ago, htownchillin said: Wow thats pretty cool! Definitely the most sophisticated home grown system I've seen. Looks like it does pretty much what you need. Did they have a limit on the number of photos? This particular show is 1 photo per car. But the software has more depth than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 Just now, Peter Gariepy said: This particular show is 1 photo per car. But the software has more depth than that. Gotcha. That's cool generalized software though, thanks for pointing it out. Hope the show goes well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Gariepy Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 1 minute ago, htownchillin said: Gotcha. That's cool generalized software though, thanks for pointing it out. Hope the show goes well! 180 cars in the first 24 hours. Its gonna go on for 2 weeks before we judge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 1 minute ago, Peter Gariepy said: 180 cars in the first 24 hours. Its gonna go on for 2 weeks before we judge. Wow that's a lot of response... the people I've talked to have not had nearly as much turnout. whats your secret! haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Gariepy Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 7 minutes ago, htownchillin said: Wow that's a lot of response... the people I've talked to have not had nearly as much turnout. whats your secret! haha Promotion! - our our club website. Social media, and email. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 2, 2020 Author Share Posted September 2, 2020 20 hours ago, Peter Gariepy said: Promotion! - our our club website. Social media, and email. Nice! Well it seems to work. Quick question if you don't mind - how much did they charge you to set that up? Also, let me know if you ever have another one and want to talk about options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Gariepy Posted September 2, 2020 Share Posted September 2, 2020 1 hour ago, htownchillin said: Nice! Well it seems to work. Quick question if you don't mind - how much did they charge you to set that up? Also, let me know if you ever have another one and want to talk about options I set it up. the Club pays $100 a month for the 2 months it will be live. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE A Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 The Crosley Auto Club www.crosleyautoclub.com did a virtual show in July to take the place of or national show this year. Ut works well for a "people's choice" type show. I'm afraid it wont work for a judged show like we in AACA do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVE A Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 By the way the show was VERY successful and we added a bunch of new members because of it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 1 hour ago, DAVE A said: By the way the show was VERY successful and we added a bunch of new members because of it. That's really cool, thanks for sharing! Well done with the event. I'm impressed with the level of participation and glad to hear new people joined up. Would love to see it on the platform if you do it again . Would give everyone a bit more flexibility in terms of their posts and color around the car. 1 hour ago, DAVE A said: I'm afraid it wont work for a judged show like we in AACA do. That's totally understandable - some events are structured differently! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Novak Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 Not sure if this fits into what you are looking for but there are many You Tube Video's of our AACA shows. I along with others Video them. Some you can see in our Forums "Pictures and Video" section in here? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted September 25, 2020 Share Posted September 25, 2020 (edited) On 9/1/2020 at 5:38 PM, Peter Gariepy said: The Cadillac & LaSalle club currently has a virtual car show going on RIGHT NOW. https://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/page/virtualcarshow The Cadillac and LaSalle Club's show (collection of pictures) is interesting to view. Many of the pictures are well composed, even of magazine quality. However, I would strongly suggest for future occurrences, that MANY pictures of each car be posted. Make it a strong recommendation, or even a requirement, that certain aspects of the car are to be pictured, and give entrants leeway for extra detailed shots as well. When we go to a car show, we don't want to see a car merely from 20 feet away. If we are interested, we want to see the dashboard, the upholstery, the engine, and so on. Having ample pictures of each car will make a virtual show more interesting. Edited September 26, 2020 by John_S_in_Penna (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 On 9/25/2020 at 3:56 PM, John_S_in_Penna said: Having ample pictures of each car will make a virtual show more interesting. Agreed although I think the show was done quite nicely, especially compared to some of the others I saw. More pics, videos, and background is always appreciated though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownchillin Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 If you're interested, we're hosting the Stahl's Autos for Autism event now and seeing some good response. https://www.topmarq.com/events/d/autos-for-autism-in-your-garage-car-show-9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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