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 7/19/08 3:11pm
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I have had a few Pms concerning Mid America's Funfest for this year like......

When is it?
Where is it?
What goes on there?

With that I thought I would post their new "Live Link" FUNFEST 2008

My wife and I have been attending since "96". We have seen it grow from a few hundred folks to last years 46,000. It is awesome!

Fact is that had I not stopped by a certain booth about Vettes between the years of 1968 - 1982 a few years back I probably would not be writing this now.

Last year we had a fairly large representation at this event and I am hoping that this year will be bigger yet.

We will have a tent set up in the club parking area for members to hang out and meet and greet each other. They will also have the opportunity to speak with folks who are interested in becoming members of C3VR as I will be inviting those who stop by the booth to take a look at the members Vettes and stop by the tent.

We have a Friday night dinner currently planned and there is time yet to plan a Saturday dinner as well if there is an interest.

In the past we have gathered together for some social time. I hope we do this again as I am looking forward to visiting with old friends as well as making new acquaintances.

There is a posts up for Booth Help, Club parking, Canopy Wanted, Field Of Dreams, and the Friday Dinner. If any of these items are of interest to you please look them over and sign them if you like.

I will be updating this thread and the subsequent threads frequently so check back often.

Here are all of the current FUNFEST links:

BOOTH HELP

CLUB PARKING

PARKING PASS INFO & DIRECTIONS TO FUNFEST

FIELD OF DREAMS

FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER

CANOPY WANTED





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 8/2/08 5:59pm
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Updated to provide all of the current links in original post.

Another thought would there be an interest in a Saturday evening dinner?

Would there be an interest in a Saturday night get together for refreshments, conversation, maybe a little rousing game of Catch Phrase?

Just tryin to add to the fun for those that would like to attend.

Today's Newsletter


August 2008 / Issue 2      217-540-4200 / www.mamotorworks.com
     


We are giving away $50,000 worth of gift certificates on Sunday, September 21, 2008!
Stick around and you could win!

perrie.richards@mamotorworks.com
Funfest Communications
New This Year
               
                

Saturday Evening Entertainment: Blue Suede Crew at 7 p.m.
Followed by Matt Poss and Rolling Thunder


Many of you enjoyed the music of Blue Suede Crew last year. Their Johnny Cash & Elvis Presley sound will be back again this year for your early evening enjoyment. They will be followed by the sounds of one of the heartland's best, Matt Poss & Rolling Thunder, taking the stage for a free concert.
               
                
Sign Up Today For Special Parking! SEE TUX'S THREAD FOR THIS!

We will have special parking areas for a number of groups
this year including the 8's, 78 Pace Cars, 35th Anniversary,
1st Funfest Reunion, and High Mileage Club. Additionally, we
will have a special "Field of Dreams" parking area for C5
Corvettes of each year and color. Send an email to fieldofdreams@mamotorworks.com to register!
     
     
               
                
Call Now to Have Your New Exhaust Installed at Funfest!

We have expanded install alley this year installing stainless accessories, cold air intakes, brakes, rotors, exhaust and more. You can have your C5 or C6 Exhaust installed at Corvette Funfest 2008 by a team of seasoned professionals from the leading exhaust manufacturers.
     
     
               
                
Cool Off at Funfest!

This year, when the September heat starts to get to you, you will have somewhere to cool off! The Ladies Area and Day Spa is moving to the Mid America Motorworks Cafe. The Jewelry, Art, and Wine Tasting will all be consolidated this year in a big air-conditioned tent as well.
     
     
               
Register Here
               
                
Friday Evening Art Reception and Wine Tasting Charity Event

Corvette Funfest 2008 marks the fourth year of hosting our exclusive Automotive Art Exhibit. Mike and I invite you to our home on Friday evening September 19th, to enjoy this annual event. In the past, and again this year, our local 7-County Foster- Children Program will benefit from this annual reception.


               
                
Have Lunch With The Chief!

Take advantage of this opportunity to get up close and personal with Mid America Motorworks' very own Chief Cheerleader, Mike Yager. Mike will greet you in the MY Garage Museum where he will discuss how it all began and move into his favorite topic - his very own MY Garage Museum Collection. A catered lunch will be served at noon.
               
                
Saturday Evening Chuck Wagon BBQ

How do you celebrate one of the biggest Corvette gatherings in the world? Mid America Motorworks wants to celebrate it with an old fashioned Chuck Wagon BBQ, drinks, a bonfire and live entertainment!




Dear Funfest Registrants,

This year is an exceptionally
special year for us at Mid America Motorworks. At Corvette Funfest this year, we have not one, but two very exciting anniversaries to celebrate!

Twenty years ago, Mid America Designs teamed up with Exxon, Goodyear, and many others to bring about the Challenge Series. What an exciting history we have seen for those cars! Many of the owners, racers, and designers will be at Funfest this year!

We are also celebrating the 15th annual Corvette Funfest. Looking at Funfest today, it's hard to believe that 15 years ago, we started out with just 300 Corvettes and 1,200 people. Thanks to all of you who have been faithfully attending each year!

Let's make this year the best yet!

Hugs,

mike.yager@mamotorworks.com
Chief Cheerleader



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 8/2/08 10:15pm
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Who is going to attend the BBQ?

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 8/3/08 9:55pm
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  Hi Tom & Marilyn (Karen)- The chuck wagon bbq sounds great-we just
   registered for it.  Butch & Jani


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 8/4/08 5:06pm
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I like the Chuck-wagon BBQ idea and it sounds good. Maybe we just eat in the tent area and kick back and relax....?

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Hey all.... I thought I might ask if ya'll had any ideas for evening fun... (keep this clean now). Most of you know some of our best times have been the relax and share time when we get together.

If you have some ideas that you want to kick around then either post em up or send me a PM / e-mail. I am working on a few but Ive been around the block a few times with some of you guys and gals and have found you to always bring fun to the plate.

So what say you?

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 8/29/08 2:56pm
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Tux,
I may have a problem for Saturday at 8:00AM. I'll be in NYC all week and not 100% sure I'll be able to be there. Some good news, the 78 Silver Anniversary got NCRS Top Flight a couple of weeks ago. Thanks, Mike
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 8/29/08 3:12pm
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[QUOTE=Tuxblacray]Hey all.... I thought I might ask if ya'll had any ideas for evening fun... (keep this clean now). Most of you know some of our best times have been the relax and share time when we get together.

If you have some ideas that you want to kick around then either post em up or send me a PM / e-mail. I am working on a few but Ive been around the block a few times with some of you guys and gals and have found you to always bring fun to the plate.

So what say you?[/QUOTE]
I'm really sad we can't be there with Y'all. But can I make a suggestion, LIMBOBaby....... YES!! 
 
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Additional information added today concerning Parking Passes & directions.

It's gonna be a great time!

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 9/6/08 11:37am
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Parking Pass - check
Registration info arrived in the mail - check
Beautiful Chick to ride along with me - check
Signup for Friday night dinner - check
Signup for Chuckwagon BBQ - check
Hotel room (FINALLY) - CHECK
Great bunch of folks to meet there - BIG CHECK!!!
 
Sounds like I'm ready!!!  Are we there yet??


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[QUOTE=butch's vettes]   Hi Tom & Marilyn (Karen)- The chuck wagon bbq sounds great-we just
   registered for it.  Butch & Jani
[/QUOTE]

Me too Butch.... Lora and I would hate to miss you guy's company.... Hope the bonfire is big and the BBQ is good!

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Here is a link with a guided tour by Chief Cheerleader Mike Yager of this years Funfest. Participants will also be receiving a nice hardbound book . This would make a nice coffee table item in your great room along with those other pieces of Corvette history we all have out for viewing pleasure. Enjoy the tour and I hope to see you there!

                                                                   Tux...

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 9/17/08 10:36pm
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[QUOTE=Tuxblacray]Better enjoy this one. Next year might be a new SAGA[/QUOTE]
 
I tell ya it is true, what some of the complaints are. I was lookin for a hotel room and rates are 2x what they would normally be for a room. We had to reserve a room in Decater and will have to drive the 40 miles to get there. Some of the hotels also had a minimum 2 night stay, which I find kinda bogus since I was not planning on 2 nights.


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 9/18/08 9:34am
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Very interesting Tux.  "Larger city East of Effingham..."  That would certainly put it out of Illinios.
 
I didn't make my reservations until about 2 weeks ago (I know, but I was still trying to finalize if I would go, and I always have a back up of either day-tripping from Indy, or staying with my dad in Urbana, IL).  I was able to get my rtoom with hotel points through Hilton, but I am 40 miles up the road in Spitoon (ok, Mattoon). 

It would be a shame to see it move.  I would think it would cost more in the long run to move it...


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"We’re not in business to help other businesses gain off of our losses." Mike Yager
Interesting article Tux! Well, there goes the free admission, free camping, and dirt-cheap entertainment.  Mike puts on a great show, and I'm sure he's aware of the motel rate rip-off that's going on.  It's too bad, part of the fun is being on MAM's grounds.  Bloomington, here we come....
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Following the link to MAM's site, there is a section marked Funfest 2009.  When you go there, it says "Date and Location Announcements Coming Soon"

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One more thing folks - if you've considered coming to this event, DO IT!!  The weather this weekend in the mid-west couldn't be better for a nice Vette drive.  Last year, I did the day trip thing and didn't regret it. 

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WOW!
Look at some of the comments posted below the article....sounds like some folks might be just a wee bit jealous of Mike & Co...

"Mike...Guess I was wrong about you. You, who with much more money than many people in Effingham County, want to take one of the few good things away from the community because it operates at a loss? "

I didn't see where Mike said he was considering moving it because of loosing money...my understanding is he wanted to move to keep the local hotels from gouging his customers....

I guess it's a good thing I'll be there at the last FunFest in Effingham...


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 9/19/08 7:03am
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My sources are telling me that the reference to the city east of here city is Indianapolis... LOTS OF BARTERING GOING ON! Big $$$ is at the table.

This would make good sense for the Motorsports Capital of the World to hold this event.

Bob don't be discouraged Indy will sleep just fine under the car cover at nite!

A few of the gang are here and we had a good time at the grounds and eating last nite. We have the booth ready to go and the Club tent(s) are up (THANKS BUTCH!)

One of our members has a beautiful surprise they brought out into the perfect weather! I will five you a clue but not the answer. It's old has 4 wheels is drop dead gorgeous and is faster than all get out!

I will get some pics today and try to get them posted tonight. Take care all!!!Tuxblacray2008-09-19 04:10:37

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car cover...check
sleeping bag...check
pillow...check
cold beverages...check
looks like I'm ready!!
See you in a few hours...
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 9/19/08 9:50am
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[QUOTE=Tuxblacray]My sources are telling me that the reference to the city east of here city is Indianapolis... LOTS OF BARTERING GOING ON! Big $$$ is at the table.

This would make good sense for the Motorsports Capital of the World to hold this event.

Bob don't be discouraged Indy will sleep just fine under the car cover at nite!

A few of the gang are here and we had a good time at the grounds and eating last nite. We have the booth ready to go and the Club tent(s) are up (THANKS BUTCH!)

One of our members has a beautiful surprise they brought out into the perfect weather! I will five you a clue but not the answer. It's old has 4 wheels is drop dead gorgeous and is faster than all get out!

I will get some pics today and try to get them posted tonight. Take care all!!![/QUOTE]
 
Oh please brother Tux tell Mike Uncle Terry says go for Indy. Only 4 1/2 hr drive form here as opposed to 7 1/2. Mamma might OK the trip if its that close.
 
I know what the beautiful suprise is cause I got people. I won't tell anyone. However slight hint. You need 2 pair of undies when riding in it.   Rolling%20On%20The%20Floor%20Laughing


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Well I have some bad news and some good news.... Lets start with the good.

Yesterday was absoloutely drop dead gorgeous. Everybody here is having a great time! We all enjoyed a great dinner and had some late evening laughs around the fountain last night.

Now for the bad news... My camera took a dump and I won't be posting pics. I know that Butch, Marshall, and Mike have all takem pics so hopefully they will post some or send them to me and I will post them.

Either way ypi aren't gonna get to see em just yet. I am really sorry about that!

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[QUOTE=Tuxblacray] Well I have some bad news and some good news.... Lets start with the good.

Yesterday was absoloutely drop dead gorgeous. Everybody here is having a great time! We all enjoyed a great dinner and had some late evening laughs around the fountain last night.

Now for the bad news... My camera took a dump and I won't be posting pics. I know that Butch, Marshall, and Mike have all takem pics so hopefully they will post some or send them to me and I will post them.

Either way ypi aren't gonna get to see em just yet. I am really sorry about that![/QUOTE]

That's it? Geez. You had me worried there.
Glad you're all having a good time.
Wish I was there!

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We had a great time for the little while we were able to be there for. Got there late due to car malfunction and had to leave early due to heat. The girlfriend could not take it, so we did not get to enjoy the festivities too long.... But Will be makin this a full 3 day event next year no matter where it is. I will put a slide show of what I got up. It aint much but at least its somethin till tux can get his sorted out.
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***Looks like for sure it was the water pump that went out***Gunna take till tues to get in.
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 9/20/08 9:11pm
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Nice slideshow WIll.... I will be able to shoot some pics Sunday and hopefully.... Show got rained out this evening but it was late in the day. Hopefully Sunday will be beautiful and make up for it.

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Just a thought Geek  Has anyone ever tried / thought of setting up a laptop at one of these huge events to show off the C3VR online?  I've thought about this for our huge "All Corvette Show" here in WA but I don't think any of us have that capability with a laptop.  All you need is a laptop with a cell phone adapter and service don't ya?

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 9/20/08 11:02pm
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We did it last year at Funfest. I was going to do that this year however when Hurrecane Ike rolled through here last week it damaged Mid Americas Wi Fi. Good suggestion though Mark!

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just thought I would pose one more question. There is one picture in the slide show of a c3vr members car. Can anyone determine which one? Tux You will probably be able to spot it first since the car was next to yours. Ill post the answer tommorrow.
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 9/21/08 12:25am
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Wow William, nice slide show Clap  Thanks for sharing that ton of pictures.

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 9/21/08 9:10pm
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[QUOTE=manget1]One more thing folks - if you've considered coming to this event, DO IT!!  The weather this weekend in the mid-west couldn't be better for a nice Vette drive.   [/QUOTE]
 
Who's the idiot who said that??
 
Oh well, home safe and sound - had a great time.  More about the weekend later...
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Yeah..what a great time with great people.  Thanks Tux for the "VIP camping experience" under your canopy in the club area!  Rain..who's afraid of a little stinkin' rain when you 've got a canopy!  I hope everyone made it home OK, and all's well...
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[QUOTE=williammoore2]just thought I would pose one more question. There is one picture in the slide show of a c3vr members car. Can anyone determine which one? Tux You will probably be able to spot it first since the car was next to yours. Ill post the answer tommorrow.
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Hey William. I can tell who that is, and I wasn't even there. That's Bob, 82-2tone. Am I right?
 
Patty and I really missed all of you. Glad to see some pics William. I am so looking forward to Delafield, and spending time with my C3VR Bro's and Sis's.Clap


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 9/22/08 12:29pm
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I made it back in one piece. Stopped at Mike's on the way home and got his blessing on the car. Think I pulled in my driveway a little after 9:00 (after a quick stop at Baskin and Robins for pink bubble ice cream) and the first thing I did was wash her. Hit a few rain storms on the way home.
 
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WOO HOO, there's my car hiding in the back on the right side!!!
 
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[QUOTE=manget1][QUOTE=manget1] The weather this weekend in the mid-west couldn't be better for a nice Vette drive.   [/QUOTE]
 
Who's the idiot who said that??
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[QUOTE=williammoore2] just thought I would pose one more question. There is one picture in the slide show of a c3vr members car. Can anyone determine which one? Tux You will probably be able to spot it first since the car was next to yours. Ill post the answer tommorrow.
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Are you talking about the pic by the tent?

If this is the pic the 2 tone car with the 82 vette plate on it next to is my car is a friend of mine (Fred Fry). Behind mine is TJ's.
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[QUOTE=my7T1][QUOTE=williammoore2]just thought I would pose one more question. There is one picture in the slide show of a c3vr members car. Can anyone determine which one? Tux You will probably be able to spot it first since the car was next to yours. Ill post the answer tommorrow.
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Hey William. I can tell who that is, and I wasn't even there. That's Bob, 82-2tone. Am I right?
 
Patty and I really missed all of you. Glad to see some pics William. I am so looking forward to Delafield, and spending time with my C3VR Bro's and Sis's.Clap
 
 
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Yep that was the one. I also see TJ's in the corner obviously. Wish I would have had mine down there and been able to hang around longer. Next year we are going for all 3 days no matter what city it ends up being in.
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Terry is wrong....... LOL whut's new ..... just kiddin Bro, you know I luv ya man...

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So how many C3VR members made it there?
Any group pictures?


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 9/22/08 5:04pm
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[QUOTE=Tuxblacray]Terry is wrong....... LOL whut's new ..... just kiddin Bro, you know I luv ya man...[/QUOTE]
 
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We made it home safe and sound last night about 7:30 . Had a great time all 3 days. Looking forward to Oct. cruise in . Got some things to fix first.  Like fan shroud , windshield wipers on the 77 and power brake booster on 82 .
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Nope...couldn't have been mine....I DISTINCTLY remember hanging the "Do Not Disturtb" sign on the passenger side mirror.
Mitch, that's a pretty impressive honey-do list...but that fan coulda done way more than it did.  All I've gotta do is take off the #@@!! door panel to retreive the Funfest program I put in there for...uuuh...safe keeping??
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 9/22/08 7:16pm
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 Bob I can look and see if we've got an extra program . That might save some time .
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 9/22/08 8:03pm
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I finally made it home. Great to see everyone again...

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