SEMA News - October 2009
SEMA SoCal Car Show Draws Muscle, Customs, Rods and Foose
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Drawing 155 cars and 1,500 spectators, the inaugural SEMA Show ‘N Shine filled the Pasadena Convention Center with an eclectic mix of metal. |
Show ‘N Shine organizer Mike Spagnola said that he was overwhelmed by the response as well as the generosity of sponsors Giovanna Wheels, Mothers Car Polish, WD-40 and Grand Marshal Chip Foose.
“I also truly appreciated the mix of cars,” Spagnola said. “When doing a car show, you have no control over what kind of cars show up. We were able to get a very eclectic group of cars, from a ‘32 Ford with a Ferrari motor to ‘69 Camaros, Chevy lowriders, ‘55 Ford trucks, Porsche Turbos, Lamborghinis and Alfas. It was a great social event that also gave manufacturers a chance to talk with car owners and enthusiasts—a first for SEMA.”
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Grand Marshal Chip Foose was on hand to autograph and illustrate shirts, hats, posters, and share some tricks of the trade. | “I truly appreciated the mix of cars,” said Show ‘N Shine organizer and SEMA Board of Directors member Mike Spagnola. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| The kids also stopped in to check out the Camaro giveaway at the WD-40 booth. | Several of the kids from Childhelp and Victory Junction Gang Camp enjoyed some time with Grand Marshal Chip Foose. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| “It was a great social event that also gave manufacturers a chance to talk with car owners and enthusiasts—a first for SEMA,” Spagnola said. | DeJuan Taylor took home both Best Engine and Participant’s Choice Awards with his ‘55 Chevy Nomad. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| L.A. weatherman Dallas Raines (middle) visited with Giovanna’s Diko Sulahian (left) and Show ‘N Shine captain Mike Spagnola. | The event also featured vendors exhibiting their products |
Show ’N Shine Winners:
Steve Babbitt, Jerry Logan, Greg Wood, Dennis Kordyak, Fred DeFalco, Marty Fisher,
|  | All proceeds from the SEMA Show ‘N Shine car show entry fees went to Childhelp and Victory Junction Gang Camp charities. | ||
| Best Interior: Steve Strope, 1970 Dodge Charger, Simi Valley, California Best Engine: People’s Choice: Participant’s Choice: |  | Winners of the 2009 inaugural SEMA Show ‘N Shine awards |
