Motor City Marauders Regional Event - Woodward Dream Cruise

[MI2QWK4U]

Motor City Marauders - Regional Event
Woodward Dream Cruise
Saturday, August 21, 2004
Royal Oak, Michigan

The Motor City Marauders are working real hard to set up a great time at the Woodward Dream Cruise for Marauder owners everywhere. We are considering a couple of prime locations directly on Woodward, mostly in Royal Oak, which is the epicenter of activity for that weekend. These locations come with a premium cost, so be forwarned. If you wait till the last minute, expect to pay anywhere from $250-$400 for a single parking spot. We are trying to keep it around $150 per spot, but it depends what lot, and how many. This wont take long, things for the cruise are settled by the end of May, so we need to move. We will be requireing a cash deposit for your participation up front.
Information from our resident Woodward Dream Cruise expert Mike:
"Depending on which lot we get, we might have the lot for Saturday only or perhaps from Friday 8am to Sunday night. Friday is a huge cruise day as well, but you don't have quite as many on lookers as you do on Saturday. The WDC committe is anticipating 10 to 12 million people along the 9 miles of Woodward. It's the biggest and baddest car show in the world bar none. Whatever lot we get, we will OWN it for the time period we select. I will not only be securing a lease, but I will be filing all approprite local city paperwork and permits. No worries about squatters at all. Your space will be YOUR space...period. We will be controlling all access in and out of our lot. This will not come to a vote. Whatever I can negociate is what we get. That said, it will definitely be in the heart of the action on Woodward and we will control our spots...period. If, for whatever reason, this parking falls through, and our back up locations fail, everyone will be refunded their entire deposit without question. We need to know how many serious MM cruisers want to come. I need to close this deal asap and secure an area. Once the lot is secured, individual parking spaces will be assigned on a first come (prepayment), first serve basis until we run out of room. As Dave said, it won't be cheap, but, I tell ya, a chance to park in a MM corral right on Woodward during Dream Cruise will be worth it to all those who know about the magnitude of the event.

For those that have inquired about getting your deposits in right away:

We'll be going with a $100 deposit for now.

I'll keep the total price of the spaces in the $100 to $200 range while negociating our space. Once headcount and location cost is determined, any deposit vs. actual cost will be refunded/collected. The date the $100 deposit is received is the determining factor for "1st come 1st serve" on space allocation. If final cost is determined before you have made your initial deposit, you will need to pay that amount as deposit."

The cut off day for registering for the WDC is Wednesday, May 26, 2004. As Mike has indicated, PAID registration is the only fair way to determine parking space selection for the event.

To get your deposit submitted:

Mail a check payable to "Michael Zavislak" to:
Motor City Mauraders Dream Cruise
15726 Michigan Avenue
Dearborn, MI 48126
USA

Or Paypal to:
mdzcpa@comcast.net


We will be contacting local hotels to make arrangments for out of town folks attending the WDC. If we are able to secure sponsors for the event, the costs will be reduced accordingly. As more information becomes available, it will be posted in this forum. As always, this event is open to any and all Mercury Marauders from across the country. Mike is right, this is the Biggest, Baddest car show in the world. We are doing the legwork, all you need to do is show up and enjoy our hospitality. The club will be providing Dash Plaques to commemorate this event. Any questions or concerns, please contact us at mdzcpa@comcast.net for Mike, or mi2qwk4u@comcast.net for Dave.

[darebren]

I am soooooooo in! just sent paypal deposit. :rock: :banana2: :beer: :banana: :coolman: :beatnik:

[MikesMerc]

If you haven't made your deposit yet, but are definitely interested in going, please put yourself down on this thread:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?p=127612#post12 7612

I'll be assembling a "who's in" list shortly.

Thanks

[Meteorite]

Mike Z,

I just sent you a Paypal.

[MarauderMike]

Paypal just sent. Thanks Mike! :banana:

[MikesMerc]

Okay everyone, here is the scoop!

I closed the deal with Annette's today and signed the lease. The final lot cost was $6,500. I made a down payment of $3,250 with my own money.

We have the lot from Friday through Sunday, with a small limitation on Friday before 12pm (she needs 5 open spots until 12 pm, then the whole lot is ours until Sunday PM). We'll have electric power access included in the rental fee also. No access to the building (inside or roof).

My phone number is being given to all vendors who approach Annette's...and there will a bunch. This is the 10th Anniversery WDC, so available space is going to come at a huge premium. We'll play the sublet game as it goes. I'll keep you all informed.

The goal is to ensure the least expensive way for anyone who wants to park at the heart of the cruise along with your MM brothers, Steve Babcock and a few of our supporting vendors. Use of sublet parking or vending will be used based on space availability and the potential rental income. All sublet income, from whatever source, will be pooled and divided equally to all those who have paid for parking.

If we wish to have additional amenities, such as a private porta john just for our own use, I can arrange this. I'll get the cost associated with such things and the group will absorb the cost based on popular vote.

Other things that will impact our cost is how many places we try to park and the possibility of sponsor donations. 30 spots would be the absolute max to park. 28 would be tight. 25 would be perfect in my opinion allowing for nice places to sit, and potential places for vendors. Sponsorship donations would ofcourse only offset our costs.

The bottom line is that depending on the end number of participants, sublet income, and sponsor donations, the final cost will vary. We really won't know until a few weeks before the event what the final amount is. However, we do know how much each space will cost assuming no sublet income and a modest projection of parking participation. This is where I am going to be setting the price for now and the amount that needs to be paid asap.

If we all share $6500 by 25 spots, this would equal $260 per spot. That would be MAX cost. But I can almost guarantee you, the final costs will indeed be significantly less. Based on my confidence of potential vending, sponsorship donations, and sublet parking of available designated parking spaces, I will set the price at $250 for now.

Again, not only do I expect $250 to be enough, I anticipate refunds coming to everyone before its over. I'm shooting for closer to, or less than $200.

Now, with all the facts thus far in hand, please get your final payments into me ASAP. Remember, I've only taken in $100 deposits thus far and just wrote a personal check for $3,250. So please be considerate and send in your money. If you need more time, please PM me so that we can make an arrangement. I know it is an expensive event, so I will try to be as flexible as possible to allow those to work with their budgets.

I know this event may sound expensive, but understand that you will be at THE heart of the Dream Cruise within walking distance to many shows and events. In addition, we'll have Alternative Auto and Trilogy Motorsports there (Lidio and Jerry), along with Steve Babcock and whatever new ride he brings ;). It'll be far more than parking you'll be paying for!

BTW, we have a handful of spots still avalable so come join in what will likely be the biggest event next to MV-II this year. :banana:

[Hack Goby]

Check will be in the mail this coming weekend Mike.Thanks for Stepping up.Things will work out. :beer:

[darebren]

paypal on the way.. i'll add a little extra, so the net to you is close to $150.. which will make about $250 in total.. i wish i owned paypal!

[dwasson]

Mike, will this include the Porta-john too?

[MikesMerc]

Dan,

Technically no. If worst case scenerio happens, we pay $250 and that includes no porta john. However, if we can get our parking prices reduced through other means (vendor donations, sublet income, etc) than I am pretty sure we can rent the pj with some of the savings.

I'll be looking into the price of the pj when they call me and will know more then.

BTW, remember that the Burger King is less than 250 feet away next door. So either way, we'll have ample facilities:)

[MikesMerc]

BTW, Thanks for the quick replies so far! Every bit helps.

Also, I forgot to mention, as we draw closer to the event, I'll have a full accounting for the WDC so everyone can see what was brought in and what was spent. The idea is to retain zero funds for the MCM.

[Meteorite]

Mike,

I sent you a Paypal just now. :beatnik:

Yours truly,
Paul Erlandson

[MI2QWK4U]

Come on guys, we asked Mike to make this happen for us, and he did a great job. We both but a lot of time and consideration in the Woodward event, but Mike ran the torch the last stretch to make it happen, and to him I say thanks. Mike has also finalized something else he and I had talked about a month ago for the MCM club, and that is done as well. I will let him announce that when he gets it sorted out, but I will say this, our MCM club will be elevated to a much higher level of recognition both locally and nationally. I dont want to see Mike holding the money bag for paying off half for the parking lot, so I would encourage those that have committed to attending to settle up with Mike as soon as possible so he doesnt have any financial issues from paying for the club. My hats off to the guys that have already chimed up in this thread so fast. I can't wait to hang with you guys, I consider it an honor to be your friend and fellow MCM member.

[Jerry Barnes]

Mike,

Thanks for all of the effort you put into getting this set up! And thanks to Dave, Slim, Paul, and the others for getting this thing together so early in the year. Great job everyone! Mike, I will have my accountant contact you tomorrow to finish our business.

Thanks,

Jerry

[bigslim]

Thanks Mike for all the hard work. I will contact you this week and give my check. Great job to all the guys.

[jobrien8]

Mike, have the check to you this week! I also want to send my "atta boy" to you for all that you and others have done to probably make this the best cruise that I, for one, have ever attended. Especially think its "above and beyond" for digging into your own funds. Know how that sometimes happens.
John

[MarauderMike]

You'll have PayPal this afternoon. Thanks for the great work on everyones part, in particular to Mike and Dave for spearheading the MCM.

[REpson]

Good job Mike! If you need more $$$ from me, just let me know. I'm really looking forward to this Big Event. :banana:
Thanks.

[darebren]

free superchargers for those who attend!!!!

that will drum up some responses.

just kidding

Any representations to person living or deceased made herewith are purely coincidental, contents settle with shipping, some shrinkage may occur... etc. etc...

[N40GL]

BTW, Thanks for the quick replies so far! Every bit helps.

Also, I forgot to mention, as we draw closer to the event, I'll have a full accounting for the WDC so everyone can see what was brought in and what was spent. The idea is to retain zero funds for the MCM.

Hey Mike,

I just got back from travel and saw this. Does this mean you want another $150 from me (in addition to the $100 I already sent)? I'm confused.

Also - if I have any logo stuff left over from MVII, should I bring it? I can also take orders for embroidered stuff in advance and bring it when I come up.

Mark

[MikesMerc]

Does this mean you want another $150 from me (in addition to the $100 I already sent)?

Yes it does.

Let me clarify a bit. The total cost per space wil be $250. I am asking for everyone to send in the difference between their initial deposit ($100) and $250...so that's another $150. For those who have not made a deposit and want to get in on the event, they need to send in $250.

Again, we will be refunding everything possible based on our ability to sublet, rent to vendors, etc, etc. We are assuming $250 to be the final cost for now, but should end up less in the end.

Also - if I have any logo stuff left over from MVII, should I bring it?

Absolutely! As long as no one else minds.

I can also take orders for embroidered stuff in advance and bring it when I come up.

Good idea. Maybe you can post a thread in the MCM forum and see who might want to order some stuff up.

Thanks for thinking of those of us who might not be able to make it to MV II:)

[MikesMerc]

Good job Mike! If you need more $$$ from me, just let me know. I'm really looking forward to this Big Event. :banana:
Thanks.

You have a PM:)

[darebren]

I'm all in. i think, please confirm..

[MikesMerc]

I'm all in. i think, please confirm..

You're all set :up:

[N40GL]

Hey Mike,

Now that you have a pile o'money from me :D can you let me know if your arranging for hotel reservations or something? I'll need a place to stay and Dave suggested this was something you're working on.

Mark

[MikesMerc]

Hey Mike,

Now that you have a pile o'money from me :D can you let me know if your arranging for hotel reservations or something? I'll need a place to stay and Dave suggested this was something you're working on.

Mark

I won't be arranging lodging per se, however, I will give you a couple of good ideas. Location of lodging will be critical when it comes to getting to and from the cruise efficiently. Stay tuned. I'll be editing my original post with lodging suggestions as well as posting here too.

I'll also be providing maps and a list of attendees shortly :)

[Meteorite]

Are all the spaces claimed for the Woodward Dream Cruise parking?

[MikesMerc]

Are all the spaces claimed for the Woodward Dream Cruise parking?

So far we have:

19 fully paid spots
3 on hold for new members expressing a desire to attend
3 open

That's the current situation:)

[REpson]

Mike,

Hopefully this week I will have my car back from the dealership! Indeed I will pay you my balance e.g. $125 on this sunday or earlier contingent upon the availabilty of my car (RACERX9).

:up:



So far we have:

19 fully paid spots
3 on hold for new members expressing a desire to attend
3 open

That's the current situation:)

[MikesMerc]

Mike,

Hopefully this week I will have my car back from the dealership! Indeed I will pay you my balance e.g. $125 on this sunday or earlier contingent upon the availabilty of my car (RACERX9).

:up:

No sweat! I included in the "fully paid" group already :up:

[REpson]

Gentlemen,

I'M BACK! I just got my car out of the shop and I'm going to meet you guys this Sunday at WW.

:-) :banana2: :up:




Okay everyone, here is the scoop!

I closed the deal with Annette's today and signed the lease. The final lot cost was $6,500. I made a down payment of $3,250 with my own money.

We have the lot from Friday through Sunday, with a small limitation on Friday before 12pm (she needs 5 open spots until 12 pm, then the whole lot is ours until Sunday PM). We'll have electric power access included in the rental fee also. No access to the building (inside or roof).

My phone number is being given to all vendors who approach Annette's...and there will a bunch. This is the 10th Anniversery WDC, so available space is going to come at a huge premium. We'll play the sublet game as it goes. I'll keep you all informed.

The goal is to ensure the least expensive way for anyone who wants to park at the heart of the cruise along with your MM brothers, Steve Babcock and a few of our supporting vendors. Use of sublet parking or vending will be used based on space availability and the potential rental income. All sublet income, from whatever source, will be pooled and divided equally to all those who have paid for parking.

If we wish to have additional amenities, such as a private porta john just for our own use, I can arrange this. I'll get the cost associated with such things and the group will absorb the cost based on popular vote.

Other things that will impact our cost is how many places we try to park and the possibility of sponsor donations. 30 spots would be the absolute max to park. 28 would be tight. 25 would be perfect in my opinion allowing for nice places to sit, and potential places for vendors. Sponsorship donations would ofcourse only offset our costs.

The bottom line is that depending on the end number of participants, sublet income, and sponsor donations, the final cost will vary. We really won't know until a few weeks before the event what the final amount is. However, we do know how much each space will cost assuming no sublet income and a modest projection of parking participation. This is where I am going to be setting the price for now and the amount that needs to be paid asap.

If we all share $6500 by 25 spots, this would equal $260 per spot. That would be MAX cost. But I can almost guarantee you, the final costs will indeed be significantly less. Based on my confidence of potential vending, sponsorship donations, and sublet parking of available designated parking spaces, I will set the price at $250 for now.

Again, not only do I expect $250 to be enough, I anticipate refunds coming to everyone before its over. I'm shooting for closer to, or less than $200.

Now, with all the facts thus far in hand, please get your final payments into me ASAP. Remember, I've only taken in $100 deposits thus far and just wrote a personal check for $3,250. So please be considerate and send in your money. If you need more time, please PM me so that we can make an arrangement. I know it is an expensive event, so I will try to be as flexible as possible to allow those to work with their budgets.

I know this event may sound expensive, but understand that you will be at THE heart of the Dream Cruise within walking distance to many shows and events. In addition, we'll have Alternative Auto and Trilogy Motorsports there (Lidio and Jerry), along with Steve Babcock and whatever new ride he brings ;). It'll be far more than parking you'll be paying for!

BTW, we have a handful of spots still avalable so come join in what will likely be the biggest event next to MV-II this year. :banana:

[bigslim]

Glad you are back in action Robert. I hope they did a good job on it.

[MikesMerc]

Gentlemen,

I'M BACK! I just got my car out of the shop and I'm going to meet you guys this Sunday at WW.

:-) :banana2: :up:

Good News!

[MI2QWK4U]

Are you guys ready for the biggest automotive party on the face of the planet?! Mike and I have things pretty much sorted out. There are a couple of parking spaces left for those of you that have been kicking it around...

[merc406]

Are you guys ready for the biggest automotive party on the face of the planet?! Mike and I have things pretty much sorted out. There are a couple of parking spaces left for those of you that have been kicking it around...



What can I bring to help out Dave- Mike?

[Bradley G]

:bounce: who's who??