This is going to be the second last set of coverage and it’s pretty substantial, 50 plus photos from the outside of the show so if you are on a phone or a stressed connection give it some time.
Imagine the net worth of all the cars on the convention center grounds during the week? That’s a lot of money.
The Bandit
When I was growing up there was a 1979 Trans Am that sat at the end of the street I lived on from when I was 8 to the time I got my license.
I tried to convince my dad we should have it but he thought otherwise. I watched this car fade from a bright orange to a dull peach before it vanished and all that was left was a rust stain on the interlocked driveway.
This car reminded me of that, and obviously Smokey & The Bandit.
The Iconic bird restyledI like the updated wheels a lotSomeone once told me the 78/79s were fairly slow, I bet this one goes though
It's got a HemiWhile it looks rough I would wager it rides wellThe tailgate was in great shape for originalAs was the interiorQuick shot of the specs for those interested
Rolling Canvas
This mini truck had a lot of work done to it but what was interesting was the airbrush work over the entirety of this truck.
The devil was in the details and the details were everywhere.
The eyes were one of the more obvious detailsWhile details like the strapping on the tanks were more subtleThe entire body was covered in art, and it was RHD as wellCup holders in the middle of the seat? Brilliant as I do this anywayI think the overall theme of the artwork was under water/ pirate related
Trucks
While we are on the topic of trucks here are a few more that were outside
Gas pig for sure but looks greatSolid colors are always a safe betBut I LOVE this paint and color schemeRats are always very interestingand this one's got a bed so it's a truckThis High Lux was also pretty uniqueI believe it was the only older JDM truck at the show
Vip Styled cars
Some of these are obvious VIP builds while others just have a little bit of VIP influence to them.
This Ac looked pretty classy and was well fittedStance on pointThis car made me think of Sic Ryde..Perhaps his 2012 look?This Lex is very 'grown man business'GS/ Aristo on WedsSit's mighty fineJob Design Neo Hybrid CelsiorWith Forgestar getting in on the pin stripingI posted about this car on facebook a couple of times, very cleanAlso on Weds
Assorted
A mixed bag of awesome
Murdered, bagged, 300Pretty crazy wide body AcuraWith a wide assEurostop brought these two e30s outFitment was a little off for the wide body but pretty eye catching none the lessSimple, yet effective e36e46 on awesome TSW wheels, though the Kitsuna is a little out of placeHello KittyThe copper finish on the wheels really popsThis Impala offers higher educationVery clean g35Reppin' canibeat plate coversBeauty of a ContinentalCould fit a lot of bodies in this trunkBagged MagMiata on XXRsEquipped with a serious diffuserBeautiful custom rodJet bike + Ramp = ??Had to take some shots of this for the Rally fansProbably the cleanest this car has ever beenLove this flat blue paint, Hot Rod Flatz perhaps?End things off with a Type 65 Coupe replica
Even at part 7 I am still in shock that one batch of SEMA coverage is equal to an entire set of car show coverage I do normally.
I should have the final coverage from SEMA tomorrow, I’m going for the title of ‘The only blog still posting SEMA coverage‘ haha.
I really appreciate the qualitative look at this year’s SEMA show. As far as I know, you are the first one to actually mention and show that 953 paris-dakar rally Porsche. Those DTM-esque E30’s are just amazing.
Thanks Joe. I really wanted to make the most of my first SEMA experience and share as much as possible.
A SEMA vet I met actually mentioned to me how he loves talking to first timers because we are so enthusiastic about the whole thing and try and capture everything.
…he then went on to mention that 2010 was a small show compared to past years. Then laughed at my slack jawed expression.
Dave you picked perfect sets of VIP cars. Whats funny is the car that made you think of Sic makes me think of him too. Not cuz of how the car looks, but that he has the same car done up ut in white lol. His, ame is Sean from JDM Palace. And the last Black LS430 is set up witg the Platinum VIP Phantom Cup Kit. So bad ass, I want a set for my IS.
I really appreciate the qualitative look at this year’s SEMA show. As far as I know, you are the first one to actually mention and show that 953 paris-dakar rally Porsche. Those DTM-esque E30’s are just amazing.
Thanks Joe. I really wanted to make the most of my first SEMA experience and share as much as possible.
A SEMA vet I met actually mentioned to me how he loves talking to first timers because we are so enthusiastic about the whole thing and try and capture everything.
…he then went on to mention that 2010 was a small show compared to past years. Then laughed at my slack jawed expression.
Dave you picked perfect sets of VIP cars. Whats funny is the car that made you think of Sic makes me think of him too. Not cuz of how the car looks, but that he has the same car done up ut in white lol. His, ame is Sean from JDM Palace. And the last Black LS430 is set up witg the Platinum VIP Phantom Cup Kit. So bad ass, I want a set for my IS.