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11-15-2006 06:19:23
Name: Preston Grant IV
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City/Country: Talladaga, AL
Comments: Just saw the article in HPP Feb. '07. Saw my friend Jack's 68 FB400 Conv. "George Barris Giveaway Car" in the article. He was happy to see his car in the magazine. Looking forward to another Great Show! I'll get the word out to my customers and put on some websites. Remember Lots of Sponsorship is needed to make this a great show. Let me know if you need anything. thepontiacman@yahoo.com
12-05-2006 02:58:23
Name: Jim
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City/Country: Tallahassee, FL
Comments: So far we are up to 7 cars from here. Really looking forward to it. Now, back to prepping the 79!
12-17-2006 09:55:23
Name: John K
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City/Country: Stockbridge, GA
Comments: Looks like the number of vehicles from the Atlanta Camaro/Firebird Assoc (ACFA) has grown to 9 If this number holds we will break our own club record for number of cars at STARS
02-02-2007 10:32:23
Name: Mark Haynes
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City/Country: Bonaire, GA
Comments: Talked to Host Hotel this morning, They still have rooms available for STARs participants. Made my reservations. Can't Wait.
02-17-2007 08:24:23
Name: Tony
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City/Country: St. Louis, MO
Comments: here we are just a few weeks away, and it's snowing today in St.Louis. Am I ready to see some florida weather (sunshine and nice temps) .. oh yeah. see everyone soon
02-24-2007 06:57:23
Name: A Bit Disappointed
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City/Country: Georgia
Comments: We've attended the show for several years in the past, but just cannot justify the expense associated with this show. $60 weekend of show registration? Wow, far too expensive for what one gets with this show. Our Super Chevy registration wasn't as much. Sadly, we'll be forfeiting because of the entry cost.
02-25-2007 02:19:23
Name: Show Coordinator
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City/Country: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Comments: (A BIT DISAPOINTED) We are very sad to here you say that. You can preregister as long as you have your registration post marked by February 28th. The price of the show has been the same for going on 6 years. The venue changed this year and we are having professional judges flown in from Ohio area to judge show. Lets just face it the cars hows are becoming more and more expensive for fuel,accomodations and spending money. All the shows i attend throughout the us on average cost me a total of $2500-4000 dollars each to attend with everything involved. We were able to donate $4500.00 to the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY last years after all expenses were paid. The security for show cost $3600, DJ $800, Insurance $800, Facility $3000, + awards. take $50.00 per car times 100 average and you get $5000.00. Now we have sponsors (I'm included at $2000.00 level along with the car dealership that offsets some of the expense. Auction items also help on expenses. The bottom line is all this has to be taken into consideration when you pay your entry fee. We will miss everyone who is not able to make it but note: NO PARTICIPATION THEN THERE WILL BE NO SHOW IN THE FUTURE!
02-25-2007 03:33:23
Name: Navarre
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City/Country: FL
Comments: To be honest, I thought $50 was pretty steep for a car show at first, but then I realized what is involved with this show. It is an all weekend event, not just an afternoon show & shine at the mall or something like that. Pontiacs are more expensive all around because there are fewer of us to spread the overall cost to, unlike the Mustangs and various Chevy interests. Our parts and cars are more expensive and when we limit ourselves to just us, our events are going to be more expensive too cause there are more of them than us. Also, keep in mind also that the $50 pre-registration fee gets you a t-shirt that is usually $10-$15 at most shows, so we’re really only talking about a $35 reg. fee which is only $10 more than what I was paying for 1 day local shows last summer. I'm really looking forward to the show and seeing some great looking T/A's without the hassle of going all the way up to Ohio for a dedicated show.
02-28-2007 03:20:23
Name: Vann One
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City/Country: Canton, GA
Comments: This is a fantastic cause. Lost Dad in law to the beast, and he was a gearhead. Me and wifey can't wait. We'll see ya'll down there.
02-28-2007 06:13:23
Name: Mike Stucchio
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City/Country: FL
Comments: Wow $50.00 for an all weekend show and people are disappointed. A $10.00 - $15.00 t shirt included along with a hotel discount. Yeah i'm sure Super Chevy takes care of you there. Hmm i wonder how much people pay to go see Barrett Jackson per day. Maybe Mr. Disappointed can put a show on for us in his hometown for less. Sorry for the sarcasm but if you don't want to go then just don't show up. I'll be there on Friday. Thank you Mark and Belva for putting on this event.
02-28-2007 06:14:23
Name: Belva Parrett
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City/Country: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Comments: Hello all Trans Am & Firebird folks!!! "Welcome to Destin" is what we want to say to you in person! We've got lots of goodies & plans for a great weekend of fun & cars! We continue to remember that even though we love the cars, we work all year in order to provide $$$ to the American Cancer Society and Friends Affected. If you have volunteered to help, let me know once again in what area & when you are available to serve. You can email me personally at PurpleFeathers20@aol.com. Thanks for the continued support and loyalty from all you TA/FB lovers! See ya in 16 days!
03-01-2007 09:04:23
Name: Paul Kenney
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City/Country: Texas
Comments: I'm looking forward to the show! Excellent show and vacation all in one! I've made every STARS show, $ is no object.
03-02-2007 11:20:23
Name: Tony
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City/Country: St. Louis, MO
Comments: Paul, I'm with you. I have made every show and always enjoy myself. We make a family vacation out it. The cost of everything is going up. I spend more to race for one day. My cost to get there far exceeds the cost of the show. It a really nice event, Mark and Belva work very hard to put on the show. And serves a good cause.
03-02-2007 09:14:23
Name: Rozellms
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City/Country: SC
Comments: Hey Mr. Georgia,sorry for your disappointment.Since you can't afford to show your Firebird,only your (chebby).Maybe you need to sell it to someone that can afford to show it.How much did you pay for the chevy show?Do you have a real chance to win something?Sorry to say,but you will not be missed!See you (Real) Firebird guys and girls real soon.PS.Belva,Great show!
03-04-2007 08:12:23
Name: George
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City/Country: Maryland
Comments: Heard great things about the show. Can't wait, the people I've met since getting into the hobby are just top notch! The price is very reasonable... I'm a two time cancer survivor, lost my dad last year to it so besides the carshow it's a great cause for me personally. Which by the way I find many car shows are supporting some great causes. 1sgtretired
03-07-2007 07:32:23
Name: Mark Haynes
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City/Country: Bonaire, GA
Comments: Too Much Money? Come On, You can spend more than $60.00 on a meal? We are talking about a weekend of fun, friends and cars. I missed my first STARS show last year due to birth of our son and I am still trying to figure out how much of his allowance to dock him for making me miss it...just kidding. But really. Mark and Belva keep up the good work. It's really a great show!!!
03-09-2007 08:09:23
Name: Preston Grant IV
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City/Country: Talladaga, AL
Comments: Glad to see lots of people coming to the show and supporting a good cause. Many of us have been touched in some way by cancer and this is one way to help the fight against this disease. It's also great to see lots of nice "Birds", meet lots of nice people, and have a good time. Come on down and get away from the rat race. It takes lots of work in advance to make a show happen and then more work at show time. Make sure you thank all involved who make this show possible. See you all there! Preston.
03-10-2007 10:27:23
Name: Deborah Pape
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City/Country: Niceville, FL
Comments: Darrell and I have worked with Belva & Mark for so many years in the car show. We've been judges and Darrell did the auctions, and I worked where ever Belva & Mark needed me. This has always been a huge success and esp for the cause, a Cure for Cancer. I lost Darrell 58 years old, after being diagnosed in May 2006 with Leukiema, cause "Benzene". I lost my best friend and husband after 37 years. I will continue to be a part of any event for such a cause. My dear friends, Belva and Mark work all year to provide the best for the show & shine funraiser and it is worth every penny. I will encourage each and everyone to participate and bring those beautiful cars out to share. The funds do go to the American Cancer Society. Come One, Come All, and Come and support the 6th Annual "STARS" Show and the Biggest reason, a Cure for Cancer. Thank you and looking forward to seeing YOU! Love, Deborah
03-11-2007 01:11:23
Name: Ron aka Yellerr
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City/Country: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Comments: It's getting closer I'll see y'all there. PS; Mark and Belva, you guy's are the greatest! Thanks for starting and putting on the show every year! Heck, I try to do my 'little' 02's and drag more folks in Camera is charged and ready to go!
03-12-2007 02:32:23
Name: Justin
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City/Country: Terre Haute, IN
Comments: Only a few more days, the bird is loaded and ready to make the journey! See everyone on Friday!
03-15-2007 06:37:23
Name: Pontiaddict
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City/Country: Apopka, FL
Comments: Leaving in the morning; looking forward to the show, the new venue, and seeing all the good folks we met last year...Drive safe everyone Ron
03-15-2007 10:16:23
Name: Paul
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City/Country: Hammond, LA
Comments: Well, the CETA is shined up ready for the drive over. (hope I don't hit any rain!) Gotta finish packing and then I'm heading over bright and early Friday Morning! Can't wait to hang out with everyone again. P.S. Hey Ron, I'm bringin some sunblock so you better use it this time. We don't want you getting sick again!
03-20-2007 01:45:23
Name: Jim Thompson
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City/Country: Tallahassee, FL
Comments: Great job Mark and Belva! This was the best show since the first one in Pensacola. The location was incredible and I was so glad to see the show back to March like it was originally. You guys did a fantastic job. Very good set-up for judging too. I hope we can return to Destin Commons next year, I was very impressed. Thanks again.
03-21-2007 09:48:23
Name: Steven Drivick
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City/Country: Woodstock, GA
Comments: Great show as usual. Loved the new venue
03-23-2007 11:37:23
Name: Jean and Wendal Landrum
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City/Country: Cumming, GA
Comments: Had a great time...The venue was awesome!Got in a little shopping while doing one of things we love to do, hang with our son while he shows off his 76 TA. Liked the tech line and Judging this year only thing thought to many people waited to Sunday to be judged and caused a big back up. Tracy got judged on Sat and that was the best no hurring and all could take there time. Mark and Belva you two did an awesome job once again. We are already making plans for next year just waiting on the dates. It was good to see everyone again. Liked it being back in March too. SEE EVERYONE NEXT YEAR!
03-23-2007 01:32:23
Name: The Landrums
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City/Country: Cumming, GA
Comments: Had a great time as always. Liked the new venue. Could shop and hang out with our son at the same time. Mark and Belva you did an awesome job as always. Sundays judging was packed, more need to have theirs judged on Sat. it was nice and easy. Already looking forward to next year just waiting on the dates to book our rooms and send in our reg. form. SEE YA NEXT YEAR
03-24-2007 03:07:23
Name: Mark Haynes
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City/Country: Bonaire, GA
Comments: Had a blast as usual! Can't wait to next year! Great Job and we appreciate the effort Mark and Belva put into this show!
03-25-2007 07:19:23
Name: Justin
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City/Country: Terre Haute, IN
Comments: Can anyone give me some information on the Bandit show in GA? My email is somta2002@yahoo.com Thanks!
07-15-2007 11:23:23
Name: Bill Halsey
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City/Country: Independence, MO
Comments: The host hotel was beyond belief ...I loved it and hope it is the same palce next year. I intend to bring alot of people ...Me and Casie had a GREAT time...The security was also unbelievable...GREAT JOB...KUDOS !!! cant wait till next year !!! Great job w the judges coming in... We love u Belva !!
07-20-2007 08:26:23
Name: Tony
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City/Country: St. Louis, MO
Comments: Just saw the event coverage in October issue of HPP. Very Nice write up. Can't wait for next year. Mark, Belva and all the people that support the show...great job.
07-21-2007 09:32:23
Name: Tricia
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City/Country: St. Louis, MO
Comments: Tony's wife here!! We LOVE the show and have attended every one, we make it a family vacation down from St. Louis to escape our winter, and we loved it in April for warmer weather and water temps at the beach.....speaking as an out-of-state'er vs. a local, and someone coming with a family, we could promote a little easier to our friends to join us in April, as it's warmer and better water temps in ocean! Our friends who joined us in April did not come down in March....we didn't really notice any crush of spring breakers the year it was in April, either...fantastic job on the show in '06 and love the Destin Commons location - just need the dates now to get our condo reservation made....
07-30-2007 08:21:23
Name: Preston Grant IV
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City/Country: Talladaga, AL
Comments: Saw the show article in HPP. Nice! I am headed to Norwalk OH for the Pontiac Nationals with Jack Dale and the "Barris Bird". I'll talk up the show and wear my show shirt while at the event. See everyone next year!
10-09-2007 12:36:23
Name: Bill
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City/Country: Independence, MO
Comments: The Bandit Run for 2008 will happen i will have The Bandit Run Trailer at the Stars show for 2008
11-10-2007 05:10:23
Name: John K
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City/Country: Sunny and Dry, GA
Comments: Mark and Belva....are we on for another year??? I hope so...sure loved the show last year...it was the STARS yet
11-13-2007 02:57:23
Name: Mark Parrett
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City/Country: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Comments: The show will be in 2008 at a different location. The Destin Commons said that there was complaints from the merchants so they don't want us back. I am talking to Grand Boulvard in Sandestin which is about 15 miles east of The Destin Commons. The Conference Center does not want anymore car shows that have to deal with car trailers and 3 day shows. So with that said we are limited to places to have the show. The Dates of the show will change to october or November time frame. I know it is change but we are willing to do that. Also look for new design of the website coming soon. Later
11-14-2007 05:33:52
Name: Kenny Rozell
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City/Country: Pelzer, SC
Comments: Thats great news to hear Mark.I'll be there!
11-15-2007 09:52:49
Name: The Landrums
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City/Country: Cumming, GA
Comments: Sorry to hear that they don't want us. I thought that it would have boosted business for them I know we dropped alot of money there that weekend. But just as sorry to hear that it will be in Oct. or Nov.. That is during school here. I personally don't have school age children but I know several of the people do and I think that that might mean less attendence. But I hope not. At this time we are not sure if our work schedules will allow us to attend (just have to wait and see what the dates are.)Looking forward to the new website and all the new pictures.
03-04-2008 03:13:16
Name: Laurie Leggio
E-Mail: pontiactalover@verizon.net
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City/Country: Temperance, Mi
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03-05-2008 08:10:09
Name: Mark Haynes
E-Mail: auto33@yahoo.com
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City/Country: Warner Robins, Georgia
Comments: New site looks great Mark...Can't wait to find out all the details, let us know and we will get it posted up on www.transamcountry.com
03-07-2008 09:40:20
Name: Melissa Joyner
E-Mail: mjoyner@vrtourproductions.com
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City/Country: Destin
Comments: Great Site!
03-18-2008 02:17:53
Name: MIKE STUCCHIO
E-Mail: STUCCH1@AOL.COM
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City/Country: HERNANDO
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03-21-2008 06:50:38
Name: James Duhamel
E-Mail: duhamel337@charter.net
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City/Country: Woodstock CT. USA
Comments: Great looking car show!!! Would love to be there!!!
03-23-2008 08:20:33
Name: kenny@barbra
E-Mail: krozelljr@charter.net
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City/Country: pelzer,sc
Comments: Hey guys!You know we'll be there!!!
04-21-2008 07:40:27
Name: Stephen Drivick
E-Mail: sdrivick@peoplepc.com
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City/Country: Woodstock, GA
Comments: Site looks great...looking forward to the show!
04-27-2008 10:41:02
Name: gingerleah
E-Mail: gingerleah@bellsouth.net
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City/Country: Loranger,LA
Comments: We really want to come this year. Happy about the time of year change sad about the change of site again. Hope to make it! 98 Silver WS6 Formula
08-12-2008 03:09:07
Name: Ron Topp (YELLERR)
E-Mail: trwtopp@cox.net
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City/Country: Fort Walton Beach
Comments: Man this looks great! Thanks for the e-mail on this. I'll be here for this one too. :)
08-18-2008 01:27:40
Name: JAMES ROBINSON 3215 JOANN CT.
E-Mail: HUBBYJAMESJR@AOL.COM
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City/Country: GRANBURY,TEXAS 76049
Comments: I OWN A 79 SE BLK N GOLD T-TOP UNDERGOING RETORATION, MABEY ONE DAY IT WILL BE A S.T.A.R. SHOW ATTRACTION!
08-22-2008 03:26:46
Name: Cecilia Carpenter
E-Mail: lilhotrod96@yahoo.com
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City/Country: Athens, Alabama
Comments: This will be my first year to attend and I am looking forward to it!!!! (1996 Trans Am WS6)
08-27-2008 06:44:09
Name: Lee Stilwell
E-Mail: Stilwel2@yahoo.com
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City/Country: Charlotte nc
Comments: this looks great hope to be there in nov. thanks Mark for the infor. 76 black gold t/a, 78 blue 400 4-speed (3) 1980 indy pace cars, (5) 1981 nascar pacec cars
09-04-2008 09:54:55
Name: Jason DeWitt
E-Mail: dewittbrie@yahoo.com
Referred By: Just Surfed In
City/Country: Saucier
Comments: Just bought my very FIRST TA! 1979 Y84. This will be my first restoration. I am doing this with my 10 year old daughter and hope to pass it down to my 2 year old son one day. I am planning on bringing the whole family out for our first show. CAN'T WAIT! Thanks for sharing all the great info. and pics. See you there.
11-11-2008 02:59:54
Name: Steve Giammanchere
E-Mail: shank9500@yahoo.com
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City/Country: covington,la
Comments: First year attending,own 2002 ws6 trans am, lookin forward to it, been preping for about three months!
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