Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
02-23-2011, 12:12 PM
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Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
(No thread prefix because while this will be in the Detroit area, anyone from any area is welcome.)
I have been thinking about this for a while...a few years actually. I think it is time that I put it into action.
I remember back in the old days, we used to organize modfests...but that seemed to have fizzled. At least I have not seen them much lately.
To kick off the car show season, I say we get a decent sized group of us friends together in one spot for a good solid day of cleaning and detailing. I was thinking sometime in late April/early May. We can all share detail tips, share supplies, help each other out, etc. Order up some pizzas or something. No contests, no stress, no worries. Just a good ol' day of enjoying our cars with friends. When was the last time you detailed your car well? Some of us often, but some of us not as much as we should. You know who you are and you need to treat your car better!
I have a location we can use! It is a large and clean parking lot that a close friend of mine has for his business. It is not a storefront and I have full permission to use it. It should be rather quiet with little interruption or "distractions". And for sure...no repetitive 50's and 60's music blaring all day long. Some of you know what I am talking about. We can hold quite a few cars in it, maybe 20-30 comfortably. There might be water available, but I am not sure how much so I will try to work a deal with the local car washes nearby for a special "group rate". I know of one that is a very good, 100% touchless automatic carwash that I will target first for a deal. I have used it many times and feel comfortable taking my cars through it.
Also, the business owner's son does killer pro detailing/polishing/etc. on the side who will be offering his advice, services and products but also joining us as well in cleaning up his car. He did my 2010 Camaro for SEMA. He knows his stuff.
PLUS...I will have some cool giveaways and I might come up with some other ideas to make it fun.
So, consider this a head's up of what I am planning. I'd like to see a decent turnout, the more the merrier definitely applies here. However, it cannot get too big or we will run out of room.
What's everyone think of my idea so far?
I have been thinking about this for a while...a few years actually. I think it is time that I put it into action.
I remember back in the old days, we used to organize modfests...but that seemed to have fizzled. At least I have not seen them much lately.
To kick off the car show season, I say we get a decent sized group of us friends together in one spot for a good solid day of cleaning and detailing. I was thinking sometime in late April/early May. We can all share detail tips, share supplies, help each other out, etc. Order up some pizzas or something. No contests, no stress, no worries. Just a good ol' day of enjoying our cars with friends. When was the last time you detailed your car well? Some of us often, but some of us not as much as we should. You know who you are and you need to treat your car better!
I have a location we can use! It is a large and clean parking lot that a close friend of mine has for his business. It is not a storefront and I have full permission to use it. It should be rather quiet with little interruption or "distractions". And for sure...no repetitive 50's and 60's music blaring all day long. Some of you know what I am talking about. We can hold quite a few cars in it, maybe 20-30 comfortably. There might be water available, but I am not sure how much so I will try to work a deal with the local car washes nearby for a special "group rate". I know of one that is a very good, 100% touchless automatic carwash that I will target first for a deal. I have used it many times and feel comfortable taking my cars through it.
Also, the business owner's son does killer pro detailing/polishing/etc. on the side who will be offering his advice, services and products but also joining us as well in cleaning up his car. He did my 2010 Camaro for SEMA. He knows his stuff.
PLUS...I will have some cool giveaways and I might come up with some other ideas to make it fun.
So, consider this a head's up of what I am planning. I'd like to see a decent turnout, the more the merrier definitely applies here. However, it cannot get too big or we will run out of room.
What's everyone think of my idea so far?
02-23-2011, 09:37 PM
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Re: Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
Sounds like a great idea Jason. My girlfriend can bring the jello shots like we did last year at Camaro Superfest! 
(just kidding) I don't know the area that you are referring to, but I'm sure it's close by. We will both bring our cars, so keep us updated on when, where, & what time!!!! 
(just kidding) I don't know the area that you are referring to, but I'm sure it's close by. We will both bring our cars, so keep us updated on when, where, & what time!!!!
02-24-2011, 08:42 AM
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Re: Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
I originally thought late April, early May...but in thinking of the weather trends...mid-late May might do it. I'd also have a rain date set.
That's the spirit!
The one obstacle that I have it mind is public restrooms. That might be a bit of a trick. The best solution I can think of is there is a McDonald's not very far away...right next to the car wash I plan to partner with. Wash your car, grab some food, and take care of business all in one shot!
Still working on the details and finding solutions, though.
The one obstacle that I have it mind is public restrooms. That might be a bit of a trick. The best solution I can think of is there is a McDonald's not very far away...right next to the car wash I plan to partner with. Wash your car, grab some food, and take care of business all in one shot!
Still working on the details and finding solutions, though.
03-01-2011, 09:21 AM
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Okay, I have gotten feedback on this and it is all good, so I am definitely going ahead with it.
I got thinking...the touchless car wash mentioned above is only $2.00 for the basic wash, which is what I think everyone will want. I myself will simply show up with my car already clean.
I will also have some goodies to give away, sort of like "door prizes".
What else do we need to make this fun...or is just keeping it basic the best way to go?
I got thinking...the touchless car wash mentioned above is only $2.00 for the basic wash, which is what I think everyone will want. I myself will simply show up with my car already clean.
I will also have some goodies to give away, sort of like "door prizes".
What else do we need to make this fun...or is just keeping it basic the best way to go?
03-01-2011, 02:12 PM
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Re: Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
(No thread prefix because while this will be in the Detroit area, anyone from any area is welcome.)
I have been thinking about this for a while...a few years actually. I think it is time that I put it into action.
I remember back in the old days, we used to organize modfests...but that seemed to have fizzled. At least I have not seen them much lately.
To kick off the car show season, I say we get a decent sized group of us friends together in one spot for a good solid day of cleaning and detailing. I was thinking sometime in late April/early May. We can all share detail tips, share supplies, help each other out, etc. Order up some pizzas or something. No contests, no stress, no worries. Just a good ol' day of enjoying our cars with friends. When was the last time you detailed your car well? Some of us often, but some of us not as much as we should. You know who you are and you need to treat your car better!
I have a location we can use! It is a large and clean parking lot that a close friend of mine has for his business. It is not a storefront and I have full permission to use it. It should be rather quiet with little interruption or "distractions". And for sure...no repetitive 50's and 60's music blaring all day long. Some of you know what I am talking about. We can hold quite a few cars in it, maybe 20-30 comfortably. There might be water available, but I am not sure how much so I will try to work a deal with the local car washes nearby for a special "group rate". I know of one that is a very good, 100% touchless automatic carwash that I will target first for a deal. I have used it many times and feel comfortable taking my cars through it.
Also, the business owner's son does killer pro detailing/polishing/etc. on the side who will be offering his advice, services and products but also joining us as well in cleaning up his car. He did my 2010 Camaro for SEMA. He knows his stuff.
PLUS...I will have some cool giveaways and I might come up with some other ideas to make it fun.
So, consider this a head's up of what I am planning. I'd like to see a decent turnout, the more the merrier definitely applies here. However, it cannot get too big or we will run out of room.
What's everyone think of my idea so far?
I have been thinking about this for a while...a few years actually. I think it is time that I put it into action.
I remember back in the old days, we used to organize modfests...but that seemed to have fizzled. At least I have not seen them much lately.
To kick off the car show season, I say we get a decent sized group of us friends together in one spot for a good solid day of cleaning and detailing. I was thinking sometime in late April/early May. We can all share detail tips, share supplies, help each other out, etc. Order up some pizzas or something. No contests, no stress, no worries. Just a good ol' day of enjoying our cars with friends. When was the last time you detailed your car well? Some of us often, but some of us not as much as we should. You know who you are and you need to treat your car better!
I have a location we can use! It is a large and clean parking lot that a close friend of mine has for his business. It is not a storefront and I have full permission to use it. It should be rather quiet with little interruption or "distractions". And for sure...no repetitive 50's and 60's music blaring all day long. Some of you know what I am talking about. We can hold quite a few cars in it, maybe 20-30 comfortably. There might be water available, but I am not sure how much so I will try to work a deal with the local car washes nearby for a special "group rate". I know of one that is a very good, 100% touchless automatic carwash that I will target first for a deal. I have used it many times and feel comfortable taking my cars through it.
Also, the business owner's son does killer pro detailing/polishing/etc. on the side who will be offering his advice, services and products but also joining us as well in cleaning up his car. He did my 2010 Camaro for SEMA. He knows his stuff.
PLUS...I will have some cool giveaways and I might come up with some other ideas to make it fun.
So, consider this a head's up of what I am planning. I'd like to see a decent turnout, the more the merrier definitely applies here. However, it cannot get too big or we will run out of room.
What's everyone think of my idea so far?
In regards to me, no Camaro yet but the ZL1 looks promising. Don't hate... My car is on 5th Generation 20's, and looks sexy.
Hope to see everyone there!
03-17-2011, 08:43 AM
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03-18-2011, 10:43 PM
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Re: Putting together a "Motor City Detail Day"
Get moving, buddy!
Okay, I checked the parking lot and we can fit 20 cars comfortably. I suppose I need to do a roll call.
I am first!
I'll also cover Steve's spot. That's two.
I know Frezza will make it...that's three.
Who is four and so on?
Okay, I checked the parking lot and we can fit 20 cars comfortably. I suppose I need to do a roll call.
I am first!
I'll also cover Steve's spot. That's two.
I know Frezza will make it...that's three.
Who is four and so on?
