slant911

Just wondering if any of my fellow listers are going to be in town for the SEMA show at the beginning of November. I plan on being there at least one day and would like to catch up with some folks from this board. I missed Chris W. last year as we had busy schedules. Are you coming back Chris?

C-ya.

renn911

Hi John,

I wish I was attending SEMA this year! I’ve always wanted to go, I have a friend in the industry that gets tickets but I just can’t seem to get the time.

OT – I’ll be in Vegas for the first time two weeks before SEMA for a different conference\show. I don’t want to step on your thread, so if you would be so kind perhaps in a PM let me know what you think is a MOST for a Vegas virgin.

Thanks,

chris walrod

I'd love to, but I am not sure if my employer is sending me again this year.. I have asked and havent heard back.. Hope I can go again

nman413

Chris, can your employer send me too?

mac993

How can the average Joe (like myself ) get tixs? I know it's not open to the public so can anyone hook up a fellow rennlister??

slant911

It's not easy anymore as the show has gotten so big and such a must see. I am relying on my brother to get me in as he works in the convention business here, but, even he has a tough time getting passes for this show.

David in LA

I would love to go...don't mind paying but I think you need to be affiliated w/ an industry vendor, buyer, etc

slant911

You are correct....unfortunately.

zffnhsn

Anyone can go. It's open to the public. Just go to http://www.semashow.com/main/main.aspx?id=70035 to register. $25

zffnhsn

Whoops! I misspoke. Let me clarify how the public can attend, SEMA registration states only "qualified members of the automotive aftermarket industry are permitted to attend". Two (2) forms of approved professional identification may be required in the form of: (1) form of business identification and one (1) form of personal identification. I've gotten in at the on site registration with just a business card. (I'm in the industry) I've never furnished more than that. If you are not in the industry but want to register in advance try asking your local part house, mechanical shop, tire store or anyone in the service-parts industry to help you with the required credentials. Typically, a photo copy of a retail merchant certificate and a business card (PCA card might do). Some guys I know share badges from guys that have them. Lot's of people pass their badges around since the show runs several days. It's a terrific show, worth the effort.

pcar964

Why not spend less than $10 and get some fake business cards

renn911

Cheers John for taking the time to grab a little kart racing when I was in town last week. I had a great time and very much appreciated you taking the time out of your busy day to hang out for a little.

Thanks again!

Walter

slant911

Walter,

I enjoyed it a bunch. Sorry you couldn't postpone until SEMA.

BTW I was at the SEMA show yesterday and today. Man those people outdo themselves year after year. I'll try to get some pics uploaded. To sum up the experience (for those that haven't witnessed it themselves) it is all the cars and ***** you can stand to look at in one day

chris walrod

John, bummer I could not attend despite some from our company did go. We prepared one of the Chargers, very last minute. I dont think the paint was dry when we shipped the car Monday night..

slant911

Yeah Chris. Sorry you couldn't make it. I really had hoped we could catch up since our plans went south last year. There will be another time though.

You were not the only one sending cars out with wet paint. I was talking to one of the "preparers" there and he was telling me about baking cars all night before opening tuesday. He had some wild stories.