Steve Saleen and SOEC present the SMS Car Show & Rally -- Sept. 16-17-18, 2011

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The World's Largest Saleen Show!

Celebrating the community, culture and company of automotive enthusiasts!

Join Steve Saleen, the Saleen family and the team at SMS Supercars as we welcome the Saleen Owners and Enthusiasts Club and all Saleen owners and enthusiasts at their 2nd annual open house and car show. This is the world's largest gathering of Saleens in the world!

Friday evening: SOEC Members, Non-Members and Guests Dinner (casual meet with locals and out-of-towners; pay-your-own way). Meet at SMS at 5:30 p.m.


Saturday: SMS Car Show and Open House

• More than 30 Saleen and SMS classes!
• Expanded classes for 2005-09 S-series 3-Valve, Supercharged and Extreme!
• Also classes for other Mustangs and Fords, plus Chevrolet, Camaro, Dodge and Challenger, and more!
• Special Display Only category for those who don't want their Saleen judged -- bring your daily driver or fixer-upper!
• Special SOEC awards for Saleen entries: Longest Distance Driven, Longest Distance Traveled, Best Non-Judged (nomination required)
• SMS Factory tours
• Entertainment for the kids!
• Poster signing and autograph session with Steve!
• Steve Saleen will autograph Saleen vehicles after the show -- please be by your Saleen or SMS vehicle to have it signed.

Saturday Evening: SOEC Dinner (members and their guests) with the Saleens -- Meet at SMS at 5:30 p.m. for a leisurely cruise to a casual; pay-your-own way dinner.

Sunday: SOEC Breakfast (members and their guests) and special event (to be announced based on participation interest -- how about a wine country tour?)

If you want to pay online, you can do so until Friday at noon:

Send $30 via PayPal to us at: jimd@soec.org

State the following or send a separate email containing:

Class:
Year:
Make/Model:
Bumper Number if Saleen or SMS:
Color:
Your name:
Mobile phone:
Judged yes/no:

And bring a completed and signed copy of the form to SMS Supercars and all other sponsors or parties from all liability, injury, lost or stolen articles arising from this event.

SMS Supercars
2735 Wardlow Road
Corona, CA 92882
714-400-2121

91 Freeway, Exit 47
Serfas Club / Auto Center Drive
Left at In-N-Out Burger onto Wardlow Road




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SOEC Hotel: Ayres Suites Corona West

Comfortable accommodations at a special $70 bargain price, it's only about a mile away on the other side of the 91 freeway and up Frontage Road.

Special SMS Supercars $70 rate includes a continental breakfast starting at 7:00 a.m. (just for the morning of the show), and a full hot american breakfast buffet served starting at 7:30 a.m. every day. All rooms have microwave, fridge and coffeemakers (with coffee) and free wireless. You save $24+ over their regular rate. Double occupancy rooms with double-doubles or a king. Inquire at the time you make reservations for the best room layout that suits your needs. Free parking. There is a do-it-yourself car wash nearby off 6th Street.

Call Ayres Suites Corona West directly at (951) 738-9113 and mention "SMS Supercars." Space is limited. Rates are good for the full weekend from Thursday-Sunday or as they have room, but you should book by Sept 11. Clarify room amenities and layout at time of booking. Room upgrades available.

1900 Frontage Road, Corona
http://www.ayreshotels.com/CoronaWest/


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[Jim D.]

Make your plans today! We've got great rates at the host hotel, so it's a very inexpensive weekend!

Hope to see you all there!

[Disturbing The Peace]

Since I get better rates through my work I'm booked at the Marriott's down the street. I am looking forward to being there and meeting the Saleen family.

[bluffmaster007]

I will be there bright and early to help out like last year!

[SlaminSamuel]

This kind of gets under my skin but what can you do? I have already registered for the Queen Mary, Mustang, Car Show @ Long Beach the same weekend. Conflicts everywhere. It is only a hop, skip and jump away but...my Copper State Mustang club sort of pointed at the Queen Mary event to big "A" Big Event of the year. Oh well, I will be in the area.

or

Maybe I can have the best of both worlds and just choose which group I want to eat dinner with Friday night?

[azlooker]

We are going to be there also! Really looking forward to an awesome visit with almost everyone!
Why not come to the real Saleen show on Saturday and skip the "faleen" show on Sunday? After last years incident we will never attend another QM show in Long Beach.
Just don't be amazed if your Saleen class gets skipped and then the only two cars in the class both get first place regardless of the vote tally. Come to SMS and have a great time with folks who really share your interest and passion for Saleen vehicles.

[Ponypinoy]

I'll be there for sure, but still debating to bring my car?

[5LTRSVT]

Originally Posted by Ponypinoy

I'll be there for sure, but still debating to bring my car?

yes take ur car....im gonna try to make reservations this week

[SimiSaleen]

Sent my resgistration in today!

SimiSaleen #388 2000 Saleen Coupe

[Werecow]

Called them and made my reservations. The hotel is stating $75 a night, not $70. Anyone else get the $70 rate?

[06-0259SC]

****. That's my bachelor party weekend. Next year I won't miss it.

[HotRodHarry]

Sure would love to go to this!!!!

[saleen#89]

my 04 saleen #89

[SCMcQueen]

Originally Posted by 06-0259SC

****. That's my bachelor party weekend. Next year I won't miss it.

Don't do it (after the bachelor party; not the batchelor party itself). I would move the bachelor party one week and go to the Saleen event; reschedule the wedding indefinatley!

[saleen#89]

I really wish i got on the forum earlier i would so go but we are leaving for vacation on the 16th

[Saleen_S351]

Maybe next year. Hate to miss out.

[01Saleen126]

Does anyone know how many cars are expected?

[SimiSaleen]

Originally Posted by 01Saleen126

Does anyone know how many cars are expected?

Its kind of hard to tell 3-4 weeks ahead of a show. Most registrations come in the last two weeks before a show. I think it will be a good turn out this year because the registration forms came out much earlier!

Simi Saleen #388
2.1KB 430rwhp,418rwtq

[01Saleen126]

Thanks for the response, i'm coming from Arizona so I really want to see what this is all about. This is the first year that i'm able to go, and i'm planning on taking my car but i'm not sure if I have to register in order to attend. I don't really want my car judged because not up to show car material yet. Do I need to register just to attend? I know that the flyer states that I can register and not have my car judge, but does that do me any good?

[azlooker]

I think it would be best to register if you want a space reserved for you in the show area. This puts your car close to you and gives you a place to sit. You can always put your registration number in the trunk and not worry about the voting. If you just want to come and hang out, there is a place to park nearby. Where in Arizona are you coming from?

[01Saleen126]

I will be driving in from Yuma Arizona, I think i'm going to go ahead and register and just exclude my car from judging. Are you close to Corona or are you driving from further away as well?

[azlooker]

We are coming from the Phoenix area. The show is a great time! Lots of good folks and really nice cars. We trailer to the hotel and then drive over in the morning.

[01Saleen126]

Thanks for all the info, I am going to be driving in and I need to make a reservation at that hotel. Thanks!

[Disturbing The Peace]

I sent my registration it, I'm looking forward to it.

[01Saleen126]

I need to send in my registration as well. I'm really looking forward to it as well.

[Jason @ 281m]

Hey SOEC friends, If your going to the SMS show...check this out! http://saleenforums.soec.org/showthr...6012#post66012

[SNeer]

How do I register online for the carshow.... Haven't found a link!

[Jason @ 281m]

Originally Posted by SNeer

How do I register online for the carshow.... Haven't found a link!

Sam, welcome to the SOEC forums! Glad I got you to sign up! If you dont find the link for the entry forms, Ill give you an entry form. I dont believe there is an electronic sign up.

[5LTRSVT]

a lil over a week left, cant wait!!

[Seabee]

Ooops didn't see the date

[Seabee]

So if I mail it in this week, and its postmarked by the 10th, is that still enough time? Are we getting something in the mail back or what? I may have missed it

[xdragboatracr]

You can still make it for this year. Pre reg. untill the 10th.

[Jim D.]

Mail it as soon as you can! Looking forward to having a great Saleen turnout!

[truckguy]

I plan to attend Saturday and Sunday events probably bring the SSC and XP8 this year.

[1hot281]

I WANT to go sooooo bad... i honestly don't know if i have the spare funds at the moment... anyone have a rough estimate on how much the entire weekend has cost them in the past?

And i'd have to find a cat-sitter... lol

[Mike-C]

it's a bit to far for me. but it sounds like fun.

[Werecow]

It will be cheaper as the hotel rates have dropped... but I think I dropped like 300 bucks last trip... not including gas there and back...lol That included go to the Saleen dinner and a club dinner.

[Cwarre9]

Jim;
Sorry I can't make it this year. Enjoyed my first time last year with my Racecraft. Unfortunately, I'm working in New Orleans this year. Sure will miss it..

[Saleen Forums Admin]

Show registration, $70/night at Ayres suites, meals.

Club dinner Saturday night is inexpensive if you want to make it inexpensive and likely less than $20.

Friday night is usually independent as is Sunday morning breakfast though a small group of us usually go out for a solid meal.

Biggest cost will be gas and hotel.

[Jim D.]

If you want to pay online, you can do so until Friday at noon:

Send $30 via PayPal to us at: jimd@soec.org

State the following or send a separate email containing:

Class:
Year:
Make/Model:
Bumper Number if Saleen or SMS:
Color:
Your name:
Mobile phone:
Judged yes/no:

And bring a completed and signed copy of the form to SMS Supercars and all other sponsors or parties from all liability, injury, lost or stolen articles arising from this event.

[WickedS281SC]

So wish I can make it to one of these SMS Shows one day !! UGH !!

I hope you guys have a great weekend !!

[omen340]

I will be there, see you Saturday.

[Disturbing The Peace]

I will be packing the Saleen tonight and leaving early in the morning. I have decided to take the coastal route and enjoy the view. See you all on Saturday. :)

[Jim D.]

Have a safe trip everyone!

We're looking at a great show!

Everyone have a safe trip!

You can register until noon on Friday by PayPal, or call SMS after that to make sure we know you're coming and can fit you in the class. You can also register day of show. Being judged is optional, so don't be afraid of bringing your daily driver.

We'll have SOEC and SMS Superclub gear, SMS will have gear and we've got some nice raffle prizes from Mothers Polishes-Waxes-Cleaners.

And for the goody bags we've got some nice Mothers stuff, also!

Friday evening if you want to have a casual dinner with Saleen friends, stop by SMS at about 6:00 and caravan to dinner.

For the SOEC member dinner Saturday, plan to meet at SMS at 5:00 p.m., but also be sure to sign the list at the SMS front desk so we have a head count.

Sunday morning we'll meet at Ayres convention center foyer at 9:00 a.m. for a brief cruise to breakfast together before everyone heads back home.

[tomswheels]

Good Times at the show today, here are the foxes in attendance, one pic with and one W/O my ugly green one...

[uneedav8]

The black 90 or 91 SC was beautiful. That is my dream car; it made the 100+ miles drive worth it.

I was admiring the car but did not want to stand too close, did not want to suck up all the new car smell that was left on it = )

[gimprider]

Had a great time at SMS until I realized I lost my car key and fob. If anyone found it and forgot to mention it to the staff of SMS, please pm me so I can get it back. I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks to all for hosting a nice little show!

[Werecow]

Originally Posted by tomswheels

Good Times at the show today, here are the foxes in attendance, one pic with and one W/O my ugly green one...

I took some photos od that ugly green one...lol Can't wait to see what you do with it!

[Werecow]

Originally Posted by uneedav8

The black 90 or 91 SC was beautiful. That is my dream car; it made the 100+ miles drive worth it.

I was admiring the car but did not want to stand too close, did not want to suck up all the new car smell that was left on it = )

I believe he said it was a 91 SC. He still has the stock wheels as well. He brought 11 cars to that show, to include that S7!

[Disturbing The Peace]

Just got home. I had a great time. Thanks so much to the Saleen family for hosting this wonderful event and a special thanks to Jim for the warm welcome to the club. The day was surreal for me.