Tom Gentry wrote:
>
> Bob Danielson wrote:
> >>My TR6
> has a lot of "enhancements" that would/should keep it from being considered
> original: Koni & Spax shocks, mohair top, burlwood dash, Grant steering
> wheel, Hayden Aux Fan, K&N air filters, spin on oil filter, Bridgestone
> tires, AM/FM cassette stereo.. etc. <<
>
> I the current rules would limit you to "modified" in concourse (judged)
>shows. In the stock classes those accessories/modifications would result in
>significant point penalties. As I recall, in the participant's choice show,
>modified cars were not singled out, cars were simply broken up into groups by
>models and significant changes (i.e. early and late TR-6).
>
> Personally, I don't think it matters whether the show is single or multi
>marque. I vote for the car I like. Modifications in good taste, and done to
>high standard can make the car more appealing. I am partial to performance
>modifications, curb feelers and duct tape are right out!!! I actually tend to
>not vote for the trailer queens, because that isn't what appeals to me. I
>also tend to respect a car that was owner restored/maintained/modified than
>one that was done 100% by a shop.
>
> At great risk of major flames now:
> I have actually NOT voted for the best looking TR-6 at a show because when I
>> talked to the owner, he knew nothing about it. He had simply written big
>checks > at the engine, body, and interior shops. He drove the car rarely,
>and had NEVER > even put the top down (might get wrinkled you know). This guy
>should have > bought a Honda. BTW, he was not a VTR member, I like to think
>that means > something.
Tom,
I have intentionally NOT voted for particular cars because after talking
to their owners determined that their sole purpose for being there was
to win and would be extremely upset if they didn't! (I won't mention
names)
Joe
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