NG11 Swap Meet

Each year we've offered a time slot during the NG to have a swap meet. This is for "spare parts" only, and NOT for non-sponsors to sell their goods. Last year we had issues with it, primarily because the Committee was so short-staffed. But I'm also curious as to how many would've participated.

So... Are you interested in having a swap meet this year? It's on the schedule, but if no one wants to do it then we won't. Please post here to let us know if you'll be participating. If you could also list what you think you'll be bringing, that would be helpful to some, too.

Thanks!

I'd like to see the swap meet happen. I have a small stack of spare parts off my parts car. Nothing big just some stuff I don't need anymore.

Well maybe this isn't the best place, but there are some things that aren't really expensive, but are really big that I need:

1. Inside Hatch lid plastic with no broken clips.
2. Spare tire wooden cover without busted hinges

may have more...

Now I know what else I can bring! Lol

Maybe we should make two threads:

NG swap meet parts wanted
NG Swap meet parts available

I would like to see the swap meet take place. You never know what someone might bring that you would like to have.

Not sure how much organization goes into it but it's probably worth just leaving on the schedule and let it happen. Of course like Lori mentioned people do you have to watch to make sure non-sponsor businesses aren't selling stuff. I do like Alan's idea about the threads. If I know someone is looking for a part I have I'm more likely to dig it out and bring it knowing I won't have to bring it back.

there is just so much bulky crap people may need that's barely worth shipping. The swap meet is a great place for this, but what day is it? Anyway you could make it on thursday evening for those of us coming in for the weekend?

the problem for most is how to haul it to the NG.

I have a few smaller items that are probably worth my money to see if anyone wants.

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Originally Posted by DuTTch

the problem for most is how to haul it to the NG.

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i agree, we should set up a "swap meet with pictures" thread, and people just bring stuff they know they're gonna sell. that way people don't need to lug stuff to NG that won't sell.

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Originally Posted by i3igpete

i agree, we should set up a "swap meet with pictures" thread, and people just bring stuff they know they're gonna sell. that way people don't need to lug stuff to NG that won't sell.

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Good idea!

http://www.3sgto.org/f22/2011-ng-swa...nted-5008.html

http://www.3sgto.org/f22/2011-ng-swa...able-5009.html

We can bring anything to the swap meet since we'll have our truck towing one of our cars. Save on shipping big time for some of those bulky lower priced items.

Thanks, Alan. I think that'll help. In the meantime, the swap meet is on the schedule. Someone asked about Thursday night. Unfortunately, it just isn't possible due to the AutoX schedule and everyone running out to dinner afterward. Our schedule is pretty tight this year. We still have free time, but things have to run on a tighter schedule to help avoid some of the issues we had last year. I hope everyone understands. To all who had input on this, THANK YOU! You all make this job a little easier. And a little harder to leave....

no non-sponsors? so does that mean i can or cannot bring maybe a block and heads to sell?

_isiah

Means you can bring a block and heads. They just don't want shops doing business at the swap meet.

Exactly. You can't bring a product that you sell somewhere else... So if you show up with 5 of something, forget it. You'll be removed. Otherwise, sell away.

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Originally Posted by shmoo

no non-sponsors? so does that mean i can or cannot bring maybe a block and heads to sell?

_isiah

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If you are a business that is not an NG sponsor you can not sell at any time during the NG.

IF you are not a business you can sell with no issue at the swap meet. .

thank you! i've started getting registered. tires, and ani will be decent!!!