2016 Detail Fest Information Thread!

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On March 18th, 19th & 20th, 2016, Autogeek will host the 11th annual Detail Fest & Car Show, offering a unique opportunity for car enthusiasts from around the globe to gather and celebrate their shared passion for cars! Detail Fest is now a THREE-day event that is open to the public and will feature car shows, product demonstrations, mini-detailing classes, food vendors and live entertainment. Detail Fest provides a chance for fans and professionals alike to meet industry insiders and celebrities in a fun and casual setting. Each year, awareness of Detail Fest grows and AutoGeek anticipates a record number of participants and spectators this year.


Detail Fest 2016 Event Hours:
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Friday, March 18th - "Behind the Scenes of Detail Fest". 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. *Must have pre-registered for this day and requires purchase of Detail Fest 2016 admission ticket.
    Friday, March 18th will also host our annual "Meatball Fest"! For more information please contact Robert DiTerlizzi at (772) 260-6636.
  • Saturday, March 19th - Saturday Car Show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 20th - Sunday Car Show.10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission to Detail Fest 2016 is $10, which covers all three days. A portion of these proceeds will go to the three charities being supported this year - Treasure Coast Autism Project, South Florida Teen Challenge , and McKee's Family Charitable Foundation. Please help us in supporting these great causes. Click HERE to order tickets!

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Events at Detail Fest:
  • Live music
  • Food vendors
  • 8 am Non-denominational service on Sunday, administered by Nicole & Donovan Meguiar Northcote.
  • Mini detailing classes taught by Mike Phillips
  • Mike Phillips will be signing his books and talking with vendors
  • Meet the manufacturers and learn about their products firsthand. You'll see live demonstrations and you can ask questions.
  • Car show on Saturday ($35) *PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED* The cost of entering your vehicle includes admission for two people riding in the same vehicle - save $20! The fee also includes participation in Sunday's car show as well.
  • To participate in the Car Club Show on Sunday you must pre-register.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* New Velocity TV show Competition Ready, hosted by Mike Phillips and Adrienne "AJ" Janic will be filming the season finale at Detail Fest!
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Steve Moal custom car built for Wayne Carini will be at Detail Fest!
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The 1949 Buick from the Oscar-winning movie "Rain Man" will be accompanying Wayne Carini to Detail Fest. Stop by the Treasure Coast Autism Project booth and check it out!

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*NEW THIS YEAR* Detail Fest Custom Car Builders Challenge! - The top car builders in the country (including Kyle Tucker!) will compete for the prestigious Detailer's Cup. This 5 foot tall trophy will be displayed in the winner's shop for one year, which at that point it must be returned for the following Detail Fest ("Stanley Cup" style).

Other Custom Builders include:
  • Kyle Tucker - Detroit Speed
  • Brian Finch - Finch Hot Rod Transformations
  • Jason & Lonny Childress - Gateway Classic Mustang
  • Kevin King - GhostWorks Garage
  • Bobby Alloway - Alloway Speed Shop
  • Andy Leach - Cal Automotive Creations
...we'll update the list when more builders RSVP!


The "Munster Mobile" and the "Dragula", along with Butch Patrick (Eddie Munster!) will be on display at Detail Fest!

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Celebrities at Detail Fest:
  • Barry Meguiar - A lot of you know him from Meguiars Car Care and from Car Crazy on Velocity. Barry will be walking the show and meeting the attendees!
  • Dennis Gage - Host of My Classic Car will be at Detail Fest! Get a chance to meet car-guy legend Dennis Gage and to get his autograph!
  • Bruno Massel - 2x NHRA World Champion, host of Garage Squad and Co-host of TruckU, will be at Detail Fest along with the Autogeek.net Copo Camaro Dragster, and will have autograph sessions during the event!
  • Matt Steele - Co-host of TruckU, will be on hand to hang out with customers, and will have autograph sessions during the event!
  • Wayne Carini - Host of Chasing Classic Cars on Velocity, will have autograph sessions during the event!
  • Chris Jacobs - Host of Overhaulin' on Discovery Channel. He now also works for NFL Network, and recently hosted the interactive portion of Chopper Live and Gold Rush Live both on Discovery Channel.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Adrienne "AJ" Janic formerly of Velocity's TV show Overhaulin' and new co-host of Velocity's Competition Ready with Mike Phillips.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Ray Evernham, former auto racing crew chief for Bill Davis Racing and Hendricks Motorsports and current host of AmeriCARna on Velocity.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Ed Carpenter - Everette Edward Carpenter, Jr. is an American IndyCar driver. He is the stepson of Indy Racing League founder Tony George and is currently competing in the Verizon IndyCar Series, driving for CFH Racing.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Von Hot Rod - Von Hot Rod is Hot Rodding's pre-emminant pinstriper and Personality. He has been featured in numerous magazines, As well as books. At the Annual Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous Von was the Honored guess, He was the inductee for the 2007 Cruisin’ Hall of Fame representing Pinstriping.
  • *NEW THIS YEAR* Cristy Lee - Currently co-hosts All Girls Garage and Barrett-Jackson Live both on Velocity Channel. She has also been seen as a pit-reporter, covering everything in Motorsports Racing from Superbikes to Off-Road Trucks, even the X-Games on ESPN
  • Mike Phillips - Autogeek's very own Director of Training and host of Velocity's Competition Ready will be teaching classes and have autograph sessions on Saturday and Sunday.

CLICK HERE for more information and to sign up for the car shows on Saturday & Sunday.
 
WOW, detail fest NOT free this year. Interesting.
 
Nick I'm gunna be in bad shape I wont be able to sleep untill detail fest, what do you recommend? ?
 
Nick, any additional info on what 'behind the scenes' is?

Thanks!
 
WOW, detail fest NOT free this year. Interesting.

It's the best $10 you'll ever spend. 3 days of information overload ($10 covers all 3 days BTW), the chance to watch the top builders compete for the coveted Detailer's Cup, get your photo taken with any given celebrity...the list goes on! Plus, a big portion of the proceeds benefits the charities outlined in my initial post. :props:

Nick I'm gunna be in bad shape I wont be able to sleep untill detail fest, what do you recommend? ?

Axel - start drinking those BIG cups of Starbucks! :dblthumb2:
 
Nick, any additional info on what 'behind the scenes' is?

Thanks!

You'll get to watch Mike talk to himself, you'll see me curse out a stapler, and if you're lucky, you might see Bob blowing his nose.

All joking aside, you'll get a chance to chat with the vendors while they set up, hang out with the Autogeek crew, and get a sneak peek at new products. :dblthumb2:
 
Lol im doing that now, thank you can't wait it's going to be a blast
 
You'll get to watch Mike talk to himself, you'll see me curse out a stapler, and if you're lucky, you might see Bob blowing his nose.

All joking aside, you'll get a chance to chat with the vendors while they set up, hang out with the Autogeek crew, and get a sneak peek at new products. :dblthumb2:


I am only there if the cursing out of a stapler is a guarantee! Bob blowing his nose I could pass on seeing.

What about Meghan, does she do anything worthy of seeing other than running around like a chicken with its head cut off?
 
cant wait its just around the corner.. its gunna be the best ever 3 full days of autogeek detail fest omg !!!
 
WOW, detail fest NOT free this year. Interesting.

Just realized the same thing. A little deceiving, the banner said "open to the public", then I just found out there was an entry fee for spectators. Hadn't heard much about this yet this year, so I just logged on to get some info. Kinda bummed. I use this as a reason to go down and stock up on product and make a once thru the car show area. I personally could care less about the celebrities or other activities.

Yea I know a big portion goes to charity, but I still a little bummed it'll cost me more now.

Perhaps this is their way of controlling the crowds? It was a zoo last year (and hot has hell).
 
Just realized the same thing. A little deceiving, the banner said "open to the public", then I just found out there was an entry fee for spectators. Hadn't heard much about this yet this year, so I just logged on to get some info. Kinda bummed. I use this as a reason to go down and stock up on product and make a once thru the car show area. I personally could care less about the celebrities or other activities.

Yea I know a big portion goes to charity, but I still a little bummed it'll cost me more now.

Perhaps this is their way of controlling the crowds? It was a zoo last year (and hot has hell).

i think its 10.00 and it all goes to charity that autogeek supports, so plz rethink :props:
 
Just realized the same thing. A little deceiving, the banner said "open to the public", then I just found out there was an entry fee for spectators. Hadn't heard much about this yet this year, so I just logged on to get some info. Kinda bummed. I use this as a reason to go down and stock up on product and make a once thru the car show area. I personally could care less about the celebrities or other activities.

Yea I know a big portion goes to charity, but I still a little bummed it'll cost me more now.

Perhaps this is their way of controlling the crowds? It was a zoo last year (and hot has hell).
It's only $10 and a large portion goes directly to charity. For that price I wouldnt be put off over going.

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Didn't realize the ticket sales went to charity. That's great. Looking forward to attending.
 
Didn't realize the ticket sales went to charity. That's great. Looking forward to attending.

The charities include South Florida Teen Challenge and Treasure Coast Autism Project. :dblthumb2:
 
Hey Nick, as much as I'd love to make the treck down I can't do it. However, I'm interested in donating for the charities. How would I go about sending the money to y'all? I would donate direct to the organizations but I want to be add to the PBMG overall donation
 
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