Detroit Auto Show | FerrariChat
Buy

Detroit Auto Show

Discussion in 'New York Tri-State' started by Black355, Sep 24, 2004.

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, Skimlinks, and others.

  1. Black355

    Black355 F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2004
    5,255
    10036
    Full Name:
    Emil
    #1 Black355, Sep 24, 2004
    After speaking with Luca Dal Monte at Ferrari (he runs PR for "Gruppo Ferrari Maserati North America") I've decided to go to the Detroit Auto Show.

    Normally, I avoid Detroit at all costs. First of all it's freezing cold. Second, there's WAY too much importance placed on American Cars. Next, Detroit is not, shall we say, the most fun place in the world to go. Finally, I have not found even a remotely decent hotel near the show. Oh, and have I mentioned how cold it is in Detroit in the winter?

    HOWEVER, after speaking with Luca, and listening to his "enthusiastic recommendation" to attend the Detroit show if at all possible, I've decided that I'm going to make the trek.

    Perhaps an announcement on a 430 and 575 spider? Maybe a sneak peek at the 575 replacement? The did debut the 612 in Detroit...

    Who wants to come?
     
  2. ClydeM

    ClydeM F1 World Champ
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Nov 4, 2003
    11,920
    Wayne, NJ
    Full Name:
    Clyde E. McMurdy
    #2 ClydeM, Sep 24, 2004
    I'd like to sign up
     
  3. 993 guy

    993 guy F1 Rookie

    May 21, 2004
    3,066
    Bergen County NJ
    Full Name:
    Eric D
    #3 993 guy, Sep 24, 2004
    I very may very well join you. I have some clients in Detroit and this makes a PERFECT excuse to go and see them (for a minute while I spend the rest of my time at the show!). Emil, is there anyway you can hook a brotha up so I don't walk around the place on my own like a "regular show attendee"? No problem if you can't hook me up with "Emil Power", but I figured I would ask and hope for the best. ;-)

    As for Detroit, I agree with you but they are trying to build the place up and we may be able to find a decent place this year after a long period of "rebuilding" downtown. We'll see...

    BTW, what are the dates for the show?

    E
     
  4. Black355

    Black355 F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2004
    5,255
    10036
    Full Name:
    Emil
    #4 Black355, Sep 24, 2004
    Of course ... I don't know, but I will look.
     
  5. 993 guy

    993 guy F1 Rookie

    May 21, 2004
    3,066
    Bergen County NJ
    Full Name:
    Eric D
    #5 993 guy, Sep 24, 2004
    Cool. Keep me posted...

    BTW, I just checked and the NAIAS 2005 Dates are:

    Press Days:

    Sunday, January 9 - Tuesday, January 11, 2005

    Industry Preview Days:

    Wednesday, January 12 & Thursday, January 13, 2005

    Charity Preview:

    Friday, January 14, 2005

    Public Show:

    Saturday, January 15 - Sunday, January 23, 2005
     
  6. Bill Sawyer

    Bill Sawyer Formula 3

    Feb 26, 2002
    2,108
    Georgia
    #6 Bill Sawyer, Sep 24, 2004
    You'll have a hard time finding a room nearby. Auto execs and journalists from around the world come to this show. It is WELL worth going to. Get your reservations early.
     
  7. Mehrabani1

    Mehrabani1 Rookie

    Aug 24, 2004
    22
    #7 Mehrabani1, Sep 24, 2004
    My plans are not finalized, but I most likely will be going to the Black Tie Charity Preview... Jan 14th I believe...
     
  8. Black355

    Black355 F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2004
    5,255
    10036
    Full Name:
    Emil
    #8 Black355, Sep 25, 2004
    Bring someting to keep you awake. :)
     
  9. phantasms

    phantasms Formula Junior
    BANNED

    Dec 15, 2003
    311
    East Coast
    Full Name:
    Gene
    #9 phantasms, Sep 25, 2004
    I'm down to come. I was considering going for a while now. My father may tag along as well. We plan on checking out the new Z06. You know how important those American cars are. ;)
     
  10. phantasms

    phantasms Formula Junior
    BANNED

    Dec 15, 2003
    311
    East Coast
    Full Name:
    Gene
    #10 phantasms, Sep 25, 2004
    What dates will you be going? Can you get us into the press days? We have a contact to get dealer tickets at the very worst.
     
  11. Black355

    Black355 F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2004
    5,255
    10036
    Full Name:
    Emil
    #11 Black355, Sep 25, 2004
    I can probably weasel a few press credentials. Lemme get back from the Paris auto show trip -- then I'll plan the next one. :)
     
  12. amenasce

    amenasce Three Time F1 World Champ
    Silver Subscribed

    Oct 17, 2001
    34,458
    Full Name:
    Joe Mansion
    #12 amenasce, Sep 25, 2004
    Ha ! Already replacing me ? :p
     
  13. Black355

    Black355 F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2004
    5,255
    10036
    Full Name:
    Emil
    #13 Black355, Sep 25, 2004
    Hey man, if you want to come to Detroit in January, please do. You can get your own press credentials though -- you covered the show in Paris! :)

    http://www.impa.org

    Hook it up!

    Thanks again for all your help Andrew. I could NOT have made that trip without your guidance and assistance!
     
  14. phantasms

    phantasms Formula Junior
    BANNED

    Dec 15, 2003
    311
    East Coast
    Full Name:
    Gene
    #14 phantasms, Sep 27, 2004
    I figure we have to start making hotel reservations soon. Keep me updated.

    Who else is coming along?
     
  15. ClydeM

    ClydeM F1 World Champ
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Nov 4, 2003
    11,920
    Wayne, NJ
    Full Name:
    Clyde E. McMurdy
    #15 ClydeM, Sep 27, 2004
    I'd like to go.

    Do I have to wear one of those funky hats with a piece of paper stuffed in it labled "Press" ??? Oh, never mind. those are only in old Superman re-runs. :)
     
  16. pchop

    pchop F1 Rookie
    Rossa Subscribed

    Jun 12, 2002
    2,668
    Usually NY often elsewhere.
    Full Name:
    John
    #16 pchop, Sep 27, 2004
    What do you mean Detroit is boring? You got legalized gambling and "happy ending" (across in Canada 10 min drive)...what more could you ask for?

    Also, I have some friends who still live in Ann Arbor, so lodging is not a problem.

    Count me in.
     
  17. Malfoy

    Malfoy Formula 3

    Mar 22, 2004
    1,960
    Hampton, VA
    #17 Malfoy, Sep 27, 2004
    My friend and I will be there.
     
  18. 993 guy

    993 guy F1 Rookie

    May 21, 2004
    3,066
    Bergen County NJ
    Full Name:
    Eric D
    #18 993 guy, Sep 27, 2004
    I'm in. I can work on a hotel from my end as well...just let me know the plan.
     
  19. notoboy

    notoboy F1 Rookie

    Jul 8, 2003
    2,531
    NYC
    Full Name:
    David
    #19 notoboy, Sep 28, 2004
    I would love to come - keep me in the loop.
     

Share This Page