[Paul Huryk]

I did the Swapmeet first time last fall and while we did well selling wheels and detailing supplies, it was a eye opener.

I ended up getting a spot to the left at the noise wall at the start of the track on the spectator side, which was good because the crowds had to walk past me to get to the other side. Traffic was awesome due to location honestly.

But I was across from these bunch of 20 something clowns who had a setup you had to see to believe. 4 couches, bonfire, trailer used for beer pong (I **** you not), and only about 6 crappy 4x4 items to sell. Needless to say there were about 10 of these idiots and they had enough beer for a large frat party. They were cool with us, but never went to sleep - but at least they slept until 12. Sunday they smashed all the stuff they brought (it was unsellable anyway) so there was a pile of mashed up junk. We did get some free beers from them and seemed to magically not attract the crack RP security detail.

In terms of customers - mixed bag as we were selling new items. I managed to sell an exhaust system, wheels and tires, and several bins of detailing supplies. I did get alot of complaints about pricing being too high - funny considering my pricing includes sales tax and is lower than mail order direct, they should just STFU. Best part was watching all the freaking hillbillies go by with trashed parts piled up in everything from garbage cans to wheelchairs. Was a horror show at best.

Doing it again in the spring - but just the detailing supplies and some small items.