Meeting Of The Mazda's 2007 Official Announcement

[MOTM_Committee]

Exiting Information for Mazda Enthusiasts:

(March 14, 2007) Mazda Canada, Canadian Sport Compact Series (CSCS) and the Committee for the Meeting of the Mazda’s (MOTM) is proud to announce the date for 2007 event is August 11, 2007. The Meeting this year will be held at Toronto Motors ports Park (formerly known as Cayuga Drag way) and will be principally sponsored by Mazda Canada. For the 2007 event, all Mazda drivers will get free entrance to the MOTM/CSCS event. There will be a Show & Shine Competition, Drag-racing, Drifting, Time Attack, IASCA Audio Competition, and road track, among other car oriented events.

The Meeting of the Mazda’s (www.motm.ca) is an annual gathering for Mazda enthusiasts held in Ontario, Canada. The MOTM was started in 2001 and has changed venues each year as the stewardship of the event changed to a different enthusiast club from the Mazda line up. The 2006 MOTM event attracted more than 300 different Mazda’s from across Ontario.

Canadian Sport Compact Series (www.cscs.ca) is responsible for sanctioning and promoting Canada’s largest Sport Compact Drag Racing Events. 2006 marked the most successful season in the history of CSCS. This success set new industry standards by creating a multifaceted lifestyle / motor sports event for all sport compact enthusiasts. Phrases such as “One of a Kind” is often used to describe a CSCS event. Whether you’re into drag racing, drifting, road circuit lapping, show & shine, or audio competition, CSCS has it all!

Mazda Canada Inc. is responsible for the sales and marketing, customer service and parts support of Mazda vehicles in Canada. Headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Mazda Canada has a nationwide network of 160 dealerships. For additional information visit Mazda Canada’s website at www.mazda.ca
For media enquiries, please contact Chris Pereira at CSCS at (905) 209-0000
The MOTM Committee can be reached through the website at www.motm.ca or
For MOTM/Main Mazda contact inquiries please contact:
Dave Biagioni at miatas@cogeco.ca
For Marketing/PR sponsorship inquiries contact:
Celina Lopes at: celina.mrkt@hotmail.com
For Charity/Donations to Charity on MOTM behalf contact:
Mike Duong at: suzukigsxr6@hotmail.com
For Show Shine inquiries questions contact:
Matthew Makarucha at makarucha@rogers.com

[Broli]

hmmmm, this is quite a change from past years, i am not sure what to think just yet. i will try anything once though!

[3GFX]

WOW!!!! This has some huge potential!!!! I'll be there!!! (moreso than before if that's possible :p)


EDIT: The motm.ca website doesnt work.

[Broli]

i worry that the chilling and family atmosphere of MOM will be lost with this event?

[3GFX]

I don't think so, I think it will increase because there will be more to watch/do! Mainly watch. It sounds more like an enthusiest event. Something that anyone would come to, not just mazda owners. I think it will be awesome!

[justin]

i worry that the chilling and family atmosphere of MOM will be lost with this event?

That's exactly my fear... seems to commercialized to me. Not sure if I want to go now.

[S.F.W.]

I will try and reserve judgment for a while. However, my feelings are much like the above. I enjoyed the relaxed, social atmosphere, having the clubs together. This seems, the opposite.. I really enjoyed last years event, and the year before that as well.
Why are we going away from a proven format?

[Broli]

only a small percent of enthusiasts want to drag their cars, their daily drivers, or run them on time trials and such.

it is going to be tough, but not impossible to add a fun relaxed atmosphere to the whole thing.

the best MOM was two years ago when our club hosted it (that was the first meet i went to) and it was great. we relaxed, had wilderness around, had bbq, had plent of room for all the cars. it was good!

last year, was ok, not as good, but same flavour at least . . . this year, i am worried that the committee, didn't take the time to find out what everyone wants. I don't remember them polling our club, i doubt many people would have wanted such a corporate event.

Well, like i said, i will see how it is, i hope that i will be surprised.

[msequence]

only a small percent of enthusiasts want to drag their cars, their daily drivers, or run them on time trials and such.

it is going to be tough, but not impossible to add a fun relaxed atmosphere to the whole thing.

the best MOM was two years ago when our club hosted it (that was the first meet i went to) and it was great. we relaxed, had wilderness around, had bbq, had plent of room for all the cars. it was good!

last year, was ok, not as good, but same flavour at least . . . this year, i am worried that the committee, didn't take the time to find out what everyone wants. I don't remember them polling our club, i doubt many people would have wanted such a corporate event.

Well, like i said, i will see how it is, i hope that i will be surprised.

Corporate how? cuz they are paying for your entry fee?

Give this a chance man before you down it.

Peace

[Broli]

corporate, cause it is brought you by . . .

;)


and

i said i will give it a chance,

lol

it is the last thing you quoted!

read before you critique me bro!

;)

[justin]

Corporate how? cuz they are paying for your entry fee?

Give this a chance man before you down it.

Peace

He's not downing it Matt. Granted, no entry fee is nice, but... that doesn't mean that Broli doesn't have a right to complain. I'd rather pay the entry fee and ensure that this event is enthusiast-centric, not a Mazda Corporate event. I even said that when this committee was first formed in October 2006.

[justin]

only a small percent of enthusiasts want to drag their cars, their daily drivers, or run them on time trials and such.

it is going to be tough, but not impossible to add a fun relaxed atmosphere to the whole thing.

the best MOM was two years ago when our club hosted it (that was the first meet i went to) and it was great. we relaxed, had wilderness around, had bbq, had plent of room for all the cars. it was good!

last year, was ok, not as good, but same flavour at least . . . this year, i am worried that the committee, didn't take the time to find out what everyone wants. I don't remember them polling our club, i doubt many people would have wanted such a corporate event.

Well, like i said, i will see how it is, i hope that i will be surprised.

I had specifically stated when the committee was formed that I think that Mazda's involvement to the level that it was last year was not liked by many... I guess that it didn't matter, which is a shame, because that, combined with having the event 2 hours away from Toronto, along with the shiny, shrink-wrapped corporate feel to this event, will decrease the numbers significantly.

Am I going to show up? Can't say for sure, but rest assured, I will fight for all TM3 members to make sure that this event goes well, before and day of.

[msequence]

We are working on discounted rates for other event participation. We have our own designated area. There are many benefits for this decision eg. a lot to see so you are not bored, as well as sanctioned events such as track racing, drifting, drag racing etc. Secondly, lets give this a try for this year, if it doesnt work than we will come up with something new next year. Dont kill it before it happens... Take care guys and enjoy the rest of the week ahead.

Matt

[Broli]

yes, it is ok to try it for this year and see if it is well like and what not.

the only think that was polled on this board, after last year, was whether we liked mazda canada's involvement in the event last year . . the answer was mostly NO.

and then to find this year, that is is trumped up even farther.

i think that is the feeling i am having.

But, i say lets see how this is, i am sure it will just be a different kind of fun, and perhaps it will be liked better that what has come before.

i am open-minded, august 12th, you will here my opinions!

lol

[HEVNSNT]

yes, it is ok to try it for this year and see if it is well like and what not.

the only think that was polled on this board, after last year, was whether we liked mazda canada's involvement in the event last year . . the answer was mostly NO.

and then to find this year, that is is trumped up even farther.

i think that is the feeling i am having.

But, i say lets see how this is, i am sure it will just be a different kind of fun, and perhaps it will be liked better that what has come before.

i am open-minded, august 12th, you will here my opinions!

lol

Hey guys,
We have collected a lot of data from last year and can assure you that a lot of the issues will be addressed. Please keep in mind that this is an event for all Mazda clubs and that we can't please everyone. IIRC over 95% percent said they would come out to the MOTM in 2007. There are some exciting details yet to be released but I guarantee you will not want to miss this.

[Wild Weasel]

I can't comment on Mazda's involvement, but for years now I've been going to j-body meets held at tracks and they're always a good time.

There's tons of room at TMP for people to chill and hang out and even if you don't put your car on the track, it's fun to watch those that do.

Will the whole thing be free to Mazda drivers, or just the entrance? Can we drive on the track and strip for free as well? If so, then I'm there for sure!

[msequence]

I can't comment on Mazda's involvement, but for years now I've been going to j-body meets held at tracks and they're always a good time.

There's tons of room at TMP for people to chill and hang out and even if you don't put your car on the track, it's fun to watch those that do.

Will the whole thing be free to Mazda drivers, or just the entrance? Can we drive on the track and strip for free as well? If so, then I'm there for sure!


NO .. the entrance to the park is free, the race events and drag is sanctioned by CSCS, however we are working on discounted fees.

Matt

[E39]

The bigger the better. I'll be coming with camera gear in tow. Should be a blast.

[b]

NO .. the entrance to the park is free, the race events and drag is sanctioned by CSCS, however we are working on discounted fees.
Matt
Doesn't sound like something I would want to do... have fun and take pics for me to look at :)


Corporate how? cuz they are paying for your entry fee?
Give this a chance man before you down it.
Peace

I am not trying to down it either... You guys will (maybe) have fun... It just doesn't appeal to me.

[3GFX]

Same here (maybe I'd hit the drag once) but it would be cool to see other cars and some racing.

I think this will be like HIN accept we will have free admittence and its mainly a Mazda event.

Can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bubba1983]

in totally down wiht this

ive been to almost all of the MOM's ever since they started (i missed the first one with teh miata group, and i missed when we hosted cause i was out of province) and every year its gotten bigger and bigger in attendance. and i forsee that every year to come will get bigger and bigger, so it will be hard to keep the grassroots feel. and honestly guys, the bigger things get, the more $$ they get...and we all know that none of us can afford to run huge events. so why not accept the corporate money.

im for this ...all the way!!!

remember, its not mada canada who makes the event, its YOU who makes the event!!! you only get what you put into something!

[HEVNSNT]

in totally down wiht this

ive been to almost all of the MOM's ever since they started (i missed the first one with teh miata group, and i missed when we hosted cause i was out of province) and every year its gotten bigger and bigger in attendance. and i forsee that every year to come will get bigger and bigger, so it will be hard to keep the grassroots feel. and honestly guys, the bigger things get, the more $$ they get...and we all know that none of us can afford to run huge events. so why not accept the corporate money.

im for this ...all the way!!!

remember, its not mada canada who makes the event, its YOU who makes the event!!! you only get what you put into something!


Thanks Adam for support.

Please wait for more info to come out. This years MOTM will embody what MOTM originally was and more. We've asked a lot of questions last year and with that data we will address a lot of the concerns.

A whole section of Cayuga will be sanctioned off for MOTM events. You will have places for a BBQ, to play frisbee, whatever. Judging of vehicles will be much improved thanks to Matt. All other events (drag, racing, etc) are run by CSCS outside of the MOTM area.

There is absolutely no way our committee of it's size can manage all this on our own. This is the time for Mazda to step up. And they did in a very big way.

Please, keep the feedback coming, positive or negative to help us improve this event. This is only to your benefit.

Thanks,

Mike

[bubba1983]

its weird seeing the T in the MOM title lol

[msequence]

its weird seeing the T in the MOM title lol

Frankley we got tired of all the MOM jokes.. MOM jokes are so 2001 lol just like lambo doors.. (ooops did I say that) .. on a side note..to answer some questions I have been getting...

A modded car is not a requirement, enthusiasm, positive outlook and the chance to see a different event than in the past is. Its a celebration of all Mazda and Mazda Canada shares the same mindset, and no one forced us to buy our Mazdas yet we are real happy. Mazda Canada is doing well so promotions is not a big concern, however keeping client relationships and expanding them is. To MOTM committee and Mazda, MOTM2007 is a way to say Thank you for being our Customer but in a bigger and better way. Nothing wrong with that? I cant wait for this event as it will provide choice and other things to do while you are chilling with yer Mazda Homies.

Take care guys.

Matt

[Jeff-TheBiz]

I will try and reserve judgment for a while. However, my feelings are much like the above. I enjoyed the relaxed, social atmosphere, having the clubs together. This seems, the opposite.. I really enjoyed last years event, and the year before that as well.
Why are we going away from a proven format?

+1

It almost seems like the club that 'hosts' the event is slowly getting taken out of the host role.

I liked it when it was a big barbque with Mazda drivers.. Not to say I wont be going, I will be there...


i worry that the chilling and family atmosphere of MOM will be lost with this event?

Last we got kicked out 1 hr before we were told we could stay until.

[msequence]

+1

It almost seems like the club that 'hosts' the event is slowly getting taken out of the host role.

I liked it when it was a big barbque with Mazda drivers.. Not to say I wont be going, I will be there...



Last we got kicked out 1 hr before we were told we could stay until.

Ohh did I mention there will be DJS spinning, Trance/ House etc.

lol

Matt

[3GFX]

HIN, good time. MOTM.....great time ;)

[msequence]

HIN, good time. MOTM.....great time ;)

YEeeeee ha.. hehe

[ArManI]

looks like we montrealers gonna have a roadtrip to TO in august~
:D

[SABIO]

Why even relate this event to the previous MOM events???

MOM is NOT a corporate event.
I guess someone decided what was best for everybody.???

To have corporate support is one thing. To have them set the rules...lame.

R.I.P MOM. What was started a few years ago as a great event has been killed for good.

Which club was supposed to run it this year anyway?? The rx7 club??
No wonder it is at a race track.... All the losers can squawk their tires and do burn-outs.
Leave it to one club full of guys that give enthusiasts a bad name to ruin a great event.

And what happens next year?? will it be run by a club again?? Or will Mazda take over??
What if the club in charge dosen't want Mazda involement??? Will Mazda take the name and hold the event anyway? Is that why the name change? To make the event their own??

Corporate Scum...even worse is the RX7 guys going to bed with them.

[MOTM_Committee]

What I’m about to say is not in my defense but to explain why certain decisions were made last year and this year, and to help make MOTM better.
I personally accept responsibility for last year’s event. There were a lot of things that happened that some people didn’t agree with but to our credit, not the majority. 96% of our survey indicated that people would return to MOTM2007.

MOTM takes a lot of work to organize. Manpower is the key to making it successful. MOM wouldn’t exist without the people who volunteer their time to make it happen. MOTM has grown every year thanks to these people who took time out of their schedule to organize it. MOTM would not be this big if it weren’t for the success of past years events.

This is what we were faced with in organizing last year’s event. It was going to be big. We anticipated more attendance, more publicity, more prize categories, more trophies, more organization, more stress. In progressing with the forward momentum of MOM we needed to “keep up” with the growing trend.

The RXclub is a very small group in comparison to Miata, TOP, TM3. This was a major problem as we simply don’t have the manpower to run MOTM the way it is today. Everything from liability insurance ($220), park fees ($180), prizes, trophies, right down to the pen you used to fill in the voting forms, and everything in between lied in the hands of approximately 5 people. I personally paid out of my own pocket - the insurance and park fees (which I got back). We spent many worknights up until late in the morning preparing everything from meeting minutes, sponsors, trophies, voting forms, surveys, flyers, park layout, who’s doing what, etc. Every detail down to not forgetting pens. Just imagine the consequences if we forgot pens – voting would be impossible. And this was just the beginning. My point is when you have a handful of volunteers, only a few are truly dedicated. Having the meet run perfectly certainly wasn’t a part of our expectations and I’m sure you as a club go through the same thing. Bottom line is that the RX club was not big enough to run MOTM.

Miata, Protégé, TM3, RXclub. Who’s next? That was the question we had after MOM2006. There was no club next in line that was larger than the RXclub. Certainly if we weren’t big enough to do it, chances are the smaller clubs aren’t either. Re-starting the rotation didn’t make sense as MOTM should be more than just Miata’s, Proteges, and 3’s.

This is how the MOTM committee formed. And it makes sense. The idea was that the committee would include at least 1 rep from each club. What this provides is an equal opportunity from each club to “have a say” and the ability to pull manpower from each club if needed. The committee was open to anyone. The more the better. Decisions are made as a group with representation from each club. We are all in this together. We are still learning and continuing to make improvements.

Feedback is important, good or bad. Now is the time to address any issues. Keep em coming. We are listening.

The committee as it stands today:
Dave – Miata
Angie – Miata
Matt – MX6
Celina – MX6
Mike – RX7
Derek – RX7
Chris – CSCS

[MOTM_Committee]

MOTM2007 in conjunction with Mazda Canada and CSCS is a go. There's no turning back but there is plenty room for tweaking.

If you think MOM2006 was a dud, that's fine but I'm hoping to hear more of what we or you can do to make MOTM2007 better.

Thanks all,

Mike
(oh and I meant to post using HEVNSNT but whatever, message is still there)

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Anyone want to throw our hat in the ring for next year??

[justin]

Anyone want to throw our hat in the ring for next year??

Do you mean to organize the event or to be on the committee?

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Do you mean to organize the event or to be on the committee?

Organize the event.. I think we are large enough and passionate enough to do it our selves.

[stas]

Organize the event.. I think we are large enough and passionate enough to do it our selves.

+1

for example 1 man is organizing first meet of the season for the entire club.

on top of this, i haven't heard of any other club out there that has meets 6days a week lol, with some overlapping.

[S.F.W.]

We did it a couple years ago and it turned out well. Thanks in large part to Jeff, and a few other old school members pulling together.
That said, with a much larger community now...I'm sure TM3 could host again.

[justin]

Let's keep this on track for MOTM topics only. Any TM3/TOP Joint Event talk should be posted in http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=185

Thank you!

[Road Cone]

Can't wait for MOTM 2007!
This event is going to be amazing.

Cars, Models, Music, Prizes, Race Cars, Track events, Cars, Models, Music, Family events, Giveaways and oh did I mention Models :D

[MAZDA Kitten]

Hopefully there will be more of a structured 'professional' judging this year instead of just random people taking bribes (i.e. i'll vote for you if you vote for me...) http://images.zeroforum.com/smile/emthdown.gif

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Just recieved this email from my District Manager.

Thought I should let everyone else see it too..

Gotta say for an event not getting commercialized, I am not sure that it will end up being a meet rather than a car show...



Subject: 2007 Meeting of The Mazdas (MOTM) at Cayuga Speedway, Cayuga, ON

Greetings!

Just wanted to extend invitations to any of your Dealers (if interested) in participating in the 2007 ‘Meeting of the Mazdas’ event being held this year at Cayuga Speedway, Cayuga, Ontario (that’s a few miles south-west of Hamilton, West of St. Catharines) for Saturday, August 11, 2007.

There is expected to be over 2,000 persons that weekend, and we currently have 3 (three) Dealers participating, showing their special Mazda units (Dave Wood Mazda, Scarboro Mazda and Agincourt Mazda).

It would be great to have a larger Dealer participating rate, and MCI Marketing, MCI Customer Insights and MCI Parts will be participants as well. We’re also awaiting news from MNAO regarding a significant MAZDASPEED presence.

SO, if you’re Dealers are interested, let me know and I can add them to the list.

This won’t be a sales event, but rather, similar to the Toronto AutoShow, in that, we are discussing and meeting with enthusiasts and inviting them back to our respective Dealerships accordingly.

Need to know fairly quick, by this Friday at the latest. So if you could fire off an invite to your Dealers and see if any are interested, that would be great!

Feel free to cut & past portions of this e-mail to assist.

Cheers

Matt Zacharczuk, CSP
District Manager - Central Region
Mazda Canada Inc.
55 Vogell Road
Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
L4B 3K5



Discuss.....

[S.F.W.]

ya, seems way too commercial for my tastes now. Really not sure if I will attend.

[Broli]

well that settles it for me . . .
i will not be in attendance at MO(T)M this year!

straight up they say it is like the autoshow - more entusiast based but still!

[Wild Weasel]

For what it's worth, I enjoyed talking to the people running the Mazda section at the autoshow. Of course there were the requisite salespeople giving out cards and insisting you call them, but the corporate or marketing people there were really friendly and helpful.

They should really start calling the place TMP. It's been years since it's been called Cayuga Speedway. :)

[bubba1983]

ill go this year give it a try, cant knock wat you dont try!!

[Broli]

i encourage people to try it if they think they may like it,
but it is not worth it for me to book sick or take a day off for this,
it just doesn't appeal to me!

if i had weekends off all the time, i would consider it, but I'm not wasting precious off time!

[CanadaGTO]

If I'm in town that weekend I'll go too. Not sure yet though.

[3GFX]

This won’t be a sales event, but rather, similar to the Toronto AutoShow, in that, we are discussing and meeting with enthusiasts and inviting them back to our respective Dealerships accordingly.

In all honesty I don't think its that bad. Sure they will still be trying to sell, but if you don't like that, don't go by their respective areas.

I don't see this affecting the event at all.

I'm still highly interested and I for one can't wait to check it out!!!!

Food for thought:
- The bigger it gets, the harder it is to please everyone
- The bigger it gets, the more work/funding is required to run it
- The bigger it gets, it will no doubt eventually get commercialized
- It is, what you make of it.

[Broli]

i think that this event would have been good as a totally separate event

i dont think increased attendance necessarily requires increased commercialization

just as much as
"it is, what you make of it"
is true, so is
it is what you make it into

i hope it will be a great sucess!

[1flycdnM3]

i encourage people to try it if they think they may like it,
but it is not worth it for me to book sick or take a day off for this,
it just doesn't appeal to me!

if i had weekends off all the time, i would consider it, but I'm not wasting precious off time!

I am in the same boat and hearing/reading comments in this thread is really turning me off. I only have every other weekend off, so if this falls on a weekend I have to work... I wont be there either!

[bubba1983]

continental work shift?
ewww

[Voodoo]

I'll go. Tm3 members can still have our own fun there. lets people know our style of meeting

[stas]

definately not going, unless Bubba organizes it :)

[bubba1983]

Hahahahahahahaa

[1flycdnM3]

definately not going, unless Bubba organizes it :)

+1

i like this idea hahahaha :)

[dentinger]

im most likely going to this!!
i think i'll book the day off from work today :P

and are we having our own section at all at the meet?? or is it just one GIANT group of mazdas??

and i wanna try the time attacks too :P

i was sent a brochure dealy in the mail the other day, and it said there was going to be drag racing, show n shine, time attacks, etc etc

[msequence]

We can segregate sections of the field to particular Models of Mazda, so each will park with eachother.

Matt

[MattC]

I missed out on the Bub-B-Q, I vote to have another one of those too.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

All you Mazda owners that have made sure that Mazda Canada has your address current and correct, check out this quarters' "Intersection" magazine for an article on this up coming event.

[dentinger]

^^^ got mine the other day!!

[bubba1983]

haha, sheet, i trew that shit out

EDIT: jus foundit, yay, i shall read!

double EDIT: WOAH wtf

"The event, now under its new title - Mazda Canada Presents the Canadian Sport Compact Series and the Meeting of the Mazdas"


like, serious, wtf is this shit?

Triple Edit: Yeah, there was liek a whole half to maybe a paragraph about it, the rest was explaining how CSCS works!!!

4 Times Edit: Here is the Artical for those who don't get that book thingie, taken from TOP!
http://i12.tinypic.com/61wxlxu.jpg

[3GFX]

Got mine today. I was suprised to see MotM in there. Meh, more publicity, I like (I know some of you don't).

[MAZDA Kitten]

Lets give it a try
And I'm super psyched that its A LOT closer to me this year than last year LOL :) :)

[bubba1983]

pfft, beat it! its never close to me! hahah

[Jeff-TheBiz]

http://i12.tinypic.com/61wxlxu.jpg

[MAZDA Kitten]

last year i drove allllllllllllllllllllllllll the way to MARKHAM or wherever it was fromHAMILTON! :loco


pfft, beat it! its never close to me! hahah

[bubba1983]

*ahem* kitchener missy!

[3GFX]

*ahem* New Dundee! :p

[Victorious52]

ill go ... someone should start the list up ... get a meeting point and everyone should all cruz down together ... from what i've been reading it sounds like your the man who should be orginaizing this thing bubba ...

[bubba1983]

hahahah, but, why lil o'l me?

[Victorious52]

hahahah, but, why lil o'l me?

because


definately not going, unless Bubba organizes it

Plus ... your the man cool guy ... get the party goin!

[bubba1983]

hahahahh, awwwwww, thanks!

[jim carrey] you love me, you reallly reallly love me [/jim carrey]
lil too early to organize pre meets and stuff, as this event is in august still

[Tokic_o]

just wondering where this meet is....? haha yea i'm sorta new to all this

[bubba1983]

cayuga, ontario

[Victorious52]

ya it is a lil far away ... but the earlier you start the more people you can round up ... and when we all role in together .... oooooohhhhh snap ! People are gonna be like "those are the Toronto Mazda 3 Guys, they are sooo cool" lol :bana

[dsichewski]

... and when we all role in together .... oooooohhhhh snap !

Lol last year ppl on the street had there mouths to the ground and the words were more saying holy shit to our 2 block line of mazda 3's....If i remember correctly we had like 43 or 49 cars.....it was quite the sight to see!!! when we lined up in the parking lot and left we literally stped traffic comming in for almost 5 minutes. lol

[bubba1983]

we had 49 last year i believe, it was borderline 50!

[Victorious52]

nice! Well ill keep an eye on the thread and sign up when you get things going

[stas]

cruises are always the highlight.

ps: cruise 36 cars
show 49 cars (on official count) TOP had 51 :flaming

[dsichewski]

lol well of course....not every day you see a line of mazda 3's that stretch two full city blocks. lol

[Victorious52]

sounds good! I can wait for this one ... We should watch out though cuz the cops may pull us over because we look like street racers.

[stas]

sounds good! I can wait for this one ... We should watch out though cuz the cops may pull us over because we look like street racers.

doubt it, we had 43 cars plus a wrx in a single line going to Bubbas BBQ and no problems, even that U turn :chuckle

[bubba1983]

hahah noice!

EDIT: so whats the deal if you want to bring a passenger, be it your signiicant other , wife mistress...? do they pay entrance fee too/ i remember it being discussed before, but can't recall so atm...

[Jeff-TheBiz]

I think I am gonna half to go even though I disapprove of how Mazda is changing this event into a sales tactic for hungry dealers. I want to be one of the cars that break the record for most in show. Also. my car will be at its best by then, no more... 'I am planning to do this' speech.

[Tokic_o]

wow i've never heard of cayuga ontario...lol!

[WLS ZMZM]

Yeah good point.... do other passengers pay the entrance fee or because they are "in" the mazda they also get in for free.... If I am off that weekend... I am definitely in, I agree with Victorious52 another whole line up would look great.... anyone know if there is a good car wash close to Cayuga.... cuz there will be alot of bugs on teh car by the time we get to Cayuga. Also a pre-meet/picture shoot might be a great idea..... While this will be my first MoTM..... I have to say doing with CSCS is kind of silly.... sort of draws more attention to it... and sort of now puts our clubs that much closer to the whole "street racing" situation..... pretty lousy marketing by Mazda Canada...

[dsichewski]

I want to be one of the cars that break the record for most in show. Also. my car will be at its best by then.

Make sure to have that Mazda cookie from Bubba's BBQ on your dash as it adds 1 extra HP :) lol

[MOTM_Committee]

Hi guys/gals. Planning for MOTM is under full throttle. FYI, so that there is no confusion, this year's MOTM is organized by the MOTM committee which consists of members from some of the Mazda clubs. It is specifically written on contract that anything and everything associated with MOTM is the property of our community, not Mazda. We call the shots. Mazda is here in support. We have invited all dealers in Ontario to participate. There will be nothing to sell except some things that may contribute to charity (such as a ride in a race car, etc.). Proceeds from this year's event will again go to Sick Kid's Hospital.

For more information please visit www.motm.ca

[bubba1983]

what about passengers? my g/f wants to go reallly bad, but she wants to know about her admission? WOrst case, she'll bring her protege instead...
lets have an answer , thanks!

[MOTM_Committee]

what about passengers? my g/f wants to go reallly bad, but she wants to know about her admission? WOrst case, she'll bring her protege instead...
lets have an answer , thanks!

Passengers are an additional charge. Regular CSCS entry fees (roughly $18 I think). This encourages people to bring their Mazda's out as well as discourages people from packing their cars with non MOTM participants. We'll make that more clear on our website.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Any reason why owners can't pay $5 to come in and have it go towards the sick kids hospital as well..

I am pretty sure I speak for the general TM3 members.. shoot me if someone disagrees.

[stas]

Passengers are an additional charge. Regular CSCS entry fees (roughly $18 I think). This encourages people to bring their Mazda's out as well as discourages people from packing their cars with non MOTM participants. We'll make that more clear on our website.

in that case you could have made it so that its driver plus guest... kinda looses its family feal....but thats my opinion maybe i'm missing the big picture

[Tizmee24]

i wanna go there but idk wer is cayuga is, plz tell me and how far is it from younge|401 to cayuga thanks...

[S.F.W.]

i wanna go there but idk wer is cayuga is, plz tell me and how far is it from younge|401 to cayuga thanks...
go to the website, www.motm.ca , they have all the information you need there, including driving directions.

[stas]

i wanna go there but idk wer is cayuga is, plz tell me and how far is it from younge|401 to cayuga thanks...

about 2 hours from you

link has the directions
http://www.torontomotorsportspark.com/dragway/trackmap.htm

[MOTM_Committee]

Any reason why owners can't pay $5 to come in and have it go towards the sick kids hospital as well..

I am pretty sure I speak for the general TM3 members.. shoot me if someone disagrees.

That's a good idea. Certainly we can setup a voluntary payment if anybody wishes to donate to charity. As it is right now, Mazda has basically paid for every driver's entry fee. There will be plenty of other ways people can contribute to charity (raffles, 50/50 draws, etc.). We are working to have Mazda contribute to charity by matching total donation.

[Unoriginalusername]

when is it?

[WhiteSpeed3]

im going either way and ill donated something

[bubba1983]

the cscs website states a $20 admission fee, not $18, just so their isn't any confusion for you peoples!

[msequence]

the cscs website states a $20 admission fee, not $18, just so their isn't any confusion for you peoples!

CSCS increased their entry fee.

Matt

[MattC]

gotta watch rolling in a line of 30+ cars nowadays...

its different times now. 30+ 3's in a row would = pullover and end up in a bunch of metal cubes if the cops have their way. :chuckle

P.s. this event drastically needs a new website, the whole 1992 look doesn't do anything for the cred of the meet.

[MOTM_Committee]

P.s. this event drastically needs a new website, the whole 1992 look doesn't do anything for the cred of the meet.

The website is put together by the committee. Unfortunately we are not professionals. For now it's in progress.

[MOTM_Committee]

http://home.cogeco.ca/~miatas/untitled.bmp

[MattC]

Its far, but I think its worth the trip... I will prolly go.

[Effin Itai]

I give this event a big thumbs down. My first MOTM was 2 years ago Stoufville), hosted by us and it was fun. No noise, no pavement (last year's), good food, great prizes. It was more about the people socializing and enjoying each others company. Just like the Bubba-Q, but, not as good the Bubba-Q. Many others in the club have also expressed disinterest in this new event. It is a shame, because I was really looking forward to it this year. Oh well, maybe next year we will go back to the format from the past.

[Victorious52]

Im still down to go if others are ... Ive never been.

[MattC]

im in the same boat as vic.

Itd be cool if you guys could get past your whole hate for things being more commercial, it could end up being a good time regardless, just cause we can all hang out ourselves.

[bubba1983]

im going either way, i won't be pre meeting with you guys in teh GTA, as its closer for me to take the back way, but i will be meeting up with the rest of the group en route!

[S.F.W.]

I will most likely be attending.

[3GFX]

im going either way, i won't be pre meeting with you guys in teh GTA, as its closer for me to take the back way, but i will be meeting up with the rest of the group en route!

I'm going 100%. I'm actually pretty excited. I'll be takin the back way to most likely.

[WhiteSpeed3]

ok y dont we start a roll call and figure out where to do a pre-meet

[bubba1983]

I'm going 100%. I'm actually pretty excited. I'll be takin the back way to most likely.

that'll prolly be you, me, the g/f and if any london fellas tag along! (i think she mentioned highway 8 or something out there)

[sp3GT]

I'm most likely gonna go, I didn't realize until today when I read on the CSCS website that MOM is there.

[justin]

I give this event a big thumbs down. My first MOTM was 2 years ago Stoufville), hosted by us and it was fun. No noise, no pavement (last year's), good food, great prizes. It was more about the people socializing and enjoying each others company. Just like the Bubba-Q, but, not as good the Bubba-Q. Many others in the club have also expressed disinterest in this new event. It is a shame, because I was really looking forward to it this year. Oh well, maybe next year we will go back to the format from the past.

+1 x 1,000,000.... I personally am pretty disgusted with the way MOTM has been mutated and disfigured into a north-of-the-border NOPI. That is the main reason (there are many) why I decided to leave the planning committee.

I'm definitely not going this year, and I highly doubt that I will every go again. It's a shame too, because the only MOM I went to was last year's, and it was pretty good.

[-RJ3-]

Looks like i'm a no show for this one... Got previous engagements I dont want to cancel... Hope it turns out well then last time, but seeing who designed the flyer, without 3's, 6's, or proteges.. hmmm

[MAZDA Kitten]

i'll be there
probably meet up with you guys en route when you roll through hamilton

[Victorious52]

so who is gonna orginize the role call and meeting place? Someone get on it!

[bubba1983]

i personally have already mapped out a route and stuff, and a meeting spot on route for us far west guys to meet up with the main cruise down. As its pointless fo rus to drive out to sauga, then double back again.

Give it time, its still amonth away!!

[MAZDA Kitten]

A month is gonna fly by :D

Anyways
I am assuming the GTA guys & girls are gonna be driving through Cententiall Parkway (Highway 20)?

[WhiteSpeed3]

i have no clue how to get there so i need to meet with some one

[MAZDA Kitten]

ok

[S.F.W.]

I will set up an east side pre-meet and cruise to the event. Will do so in about a week or so.

[bubba1983]

ahh highway 20! i was thinking a diff route, never thought of that one!!!

i was thinkin highway 6 down, around caledonia, then highway 54, down to highway 3!

[MAZDA Kitten]

Well gauranteed the GTA people HAVE to go on Highway 20 (Cententiall Parkway)
They'll exit Centennial Parkway off QEW and then its a straight route
Then its all friggin farm land ... boring drive

[Voodoo]

less farm land please :)

[JonsMazda]

oh yea...dontcha just love the smell of farm lands?

[bubba1983]

why would you make them go all the way down the QEW, when you can bounce across the 403 then its straight down from there?

[MAZDA Kitten]

HUH?
Not really....

If they follow 403 ALLLLLLLL the way they will end up in ANCASTER which is on the other end of the city
I drive that way everyday
It doesnt make sense to go out of your way only to come back

Its QEW NIAGARA and get off on Centennial Parkway (Highway 20) and take Highway 20 all the way to Cayuga
403 will take you to London/Brantford etc. totally pointless to go that way unless they want to tack on another 40km

[MAZDA Kitten]

http://www.ca.dsm.org/images/cayuga16.gif

[Cardinal Fang]

Don't be dissing Brantford MazdaKitten.

[MAZDA Kitten]

LOL
Not hating on Brantford
They have a lovely casino and Wayne Gretzkey is from there
His dad still lives in that little house (my aunt lives on the same street)

[Cardinal Fang]

Ok I'll let it go this time. Gotta represent my parents know what I'm saying?

:loco

[bubba1983]

fine, mk, you organize this then! and set up a rendez vous point for those of us coming from the far west, as we won't be pre meeting with the GTA guys.

[MAZDA Kitten]

i wasnt volunteering for anything i was simply providing ACCURATE directions for the GTA crew

I dont get it
How many far west people are there? Like 3... and to have all of GTA crew detour for 3 people.... sounds like a great idea. Set it up

[dsichewski]

sorry I won't be making it this yr. I'll still be in alberta.




Dam IT! I'm not gonna get a mazda cookie :flaming :bang

[pure]

Ok the best is to vote on the way I guess... so here is the low down...the red is 1 hr and 11 mins....the blue/grey is 1 hr and 16 mins.



http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/6600/cayuga161wt7.gif



so are you two really arguing over a 5 min difference?

[Broli]

haha 1st post and really getting into it!

when i went to dunville, one road was like all gravel

if that is one of the roads this time . .. i suggest the other route!

[SABIO]

...To Bad M.O.M Died....
Someone had to come along and take the ball away and change the name to MOTM.
To many self-important, self serving losers in this world who will take something good and wholesome just to get in bed with Mazda.

[stas]

if i will be in the country during that time i'll attend it. kinda got curious so why not check it out, woulndt mind a saturday morning cruise either way.

[+--SM M3--+]

just curious...could someone shed some light as to why majority of you are all against Mazda Canada participating in MOTM? Because you do realise you're driving Mazda cars which are sold by Mazda Canada and serviced by Mazda dealers (hopefully) ...

it's not like Honda is sponsoring it...I don't get this whole hate for corporate to be involved?

[JonsMazda]

meh, as long as I get free food and drinks....

[S.F.W.]

just curious...could someone shed some light as to why majority of you are all against Mazda Canada participating in MOTM? Because you do realise you're driving Mazda cars which are sold by Mazda Canada and serviced by Mazda dealers (hopefully) ...

it's not like Honda is sponsoring it...I don't get this whole hate for corporate to be involved?

I think part of the challenge, is that it's not just Mazda Canada, but also CSCS. When you add in things like "Drag-racing, Drifting, Time Attack, IASCA Audio Competition, and road track" it takes away from the MOM(not to be confused with MOTM) concept.

The MOM event was put together to be a picnic, gathering type event, where all Mazda enthusiasts could relax, get to know each other, break bread together, etc. Now it seems that has fallen by the way side.
One last item, last year it was said there would be no direct sponsorship from any dealerships, as Mazda Canada as a whole was sponsoring. In concept that was fine, until I saw two dealerships showing up with trailors, and essentially dedicated areas. That seemed a little too corporate political for me.

That's just my personal opinion. However, I do still plan to attend, as I think I have a responsibility to do so.

[SABIO]

..... When you add in things like "Drag-racing, Drifting, Time Attack, IASCA Audio Competition, and road track" it takes away from the MOM concept.

That is a sure way to promote import car enthusiasts as *Street-Racers*

I bet Cronies from Frank Klees will be there taking video to promote his *Anti-Street Racing Bill* Election coming up you know.

How many cops will be waiting for all of you to leave at the end of the day. Gonna be lots of *hopped up* Street racers there... Illegally lowered...Illegal Tires...Illegal Tint...Illegal Exhuast...CAI's....Engine Mods.....etc... The Tow trucks will be lined up down the road!!!

[Broli]

I am proud to drive a mazda, and i am glad that mazda canada is willing to support this event, but i would rather see that support in terms of here is X dollars and thanks for driving a mazda. i don't mind if they show up and give a talk in fact that would be great!

but they are supporting it only to make it an advertisment . . .

i was happy to stay for the most part out of this thread, but i dont want people to get the wrong idea, this is not an event that mazda is putting together (with a committee that didn't poll the various mazda clubs before putting it together and didn't think to replace the one TM3 member they had when he choose to leave in response to the direction this event moved) in the effort of benevolence and devotion to the mazda enthusiasts community, this is a blatant advertising!

I am ok with them advertising but i find this to be very corporate, very different and we weren't properly consulted.

that is why i am choosing not to go!

here is a thread from last year where most people wanted and were happy with mazda canada being involved, but they were not interested in mazda canada dictating the course of the event.

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=14497&highlight=Meeting+of+the+Mazda&page=2

i believe i could be wrong, and this could be a great event, i will see what people say about it afterwards but truth be told i would rather work than go to this!

No one is againt Mazda canada PARTICIPATING Stace! We are all happy about that, we just aren't cool with mazda canada controlling an enthusiast event, despite the puppet enthusiast committee that apparently oversees the running of this event, money talks, mazda is paying, so it is what they want!

This is still a good first step, perhaps Mazda Canada will talk with all the clubs in greater detail next time, and see what the various clubs might be more intersted in

I am looking at this as positive potential, and with a little luck maybe i will be interested in attending next year!

[Effin Itai]

Anybody wanna go for some Dim-sum!? Uhm, yummy!

[FLIPDADY]

Anybody wanna go for some Dim-sum!? Uhm, yummy!
First sushi now dim-sum? :chuckle

Ahh Cayuga..last time I went there my Talon blew up and had to get a rental home. Oh well that's a different story.

I'm probably gonna head down there and check it out and rep our club. Mazda or no Mazda involvement I think this event will be great.

[whodilly]

is there a roll call for MOTM?

[WhiteSpeed3]

start ine up

east




central (la paloma)
1. Whitespeed3




west

[FLIPDADY]

east (Don Mills/Steeles)
1. FLIPDADY



central (la paloma)
1. Whitespeed3




west (Dixie/Aimco?)

[bubba1983]

i was going to start up all the roll calls maps and meeting places, but a difference in opinions reguarding the driving route down there makes me no longer want to organize it.

There will be some members from teh far far wesside taking a completely diff route to get to cayuga, a rendez vous point would be nice so that we could join up in the cruise in.

[Broli]

please do not put the roll call in this thread

start in in the meets section please

[WhiteSpeed3]

do wat u gotta do bubba

[MattC]

Broli hates the roll call.

fine!

[Broli]

haha

no no.

i love roll calls . . .

i just would like a fresh thread for the roll call with some details and such . .

please someone feel free to start it if u desire! (in the mini meets section)

[bubba1983]

SO PISSED
walked into work today, and who has manditory overtime the day of this event, ME< FUUUUUUUCK! so mad!

[3GFX]

Oh man!!!!! That blows!!!!! Can you still make it?

[S.F.W.]

what time are the roll calls being set for?

[mEtH]

Sorry Ami but I want to keep that thread clean...
There has been no mention of when gates open so to set a pre-meet time kind of does not work... especially if we plan on all meeting at one close by location before rolling in. Until that is setup we cannot set times on the pre-meets.

I dont even know if I can go as of right now but no one else is setting anything up so I am getting the wheels in motion as this event is less then 2 weeks away.

[Fuman]

where is far far west?
what time are the pre-meets?

[Fuman]

http://www.motm.ca/Events.php

I'm looking into joining the time attack, lapping.

would this void my warranty?? (i know it normally does, but since this is a Mazda sponsored event, is it any different?)

edit: called Mazda Canada.
their response: After inspection if damage not related to lapping, and is a manufacture defect we will cover it.
probably no lapping for me then...

[S.F.W.]

all good. flyer says event begins at 11, so I would say roll in around 10:30 latest. I would suggest east side roll call for 9:00am, as the drive is about 1.5 hours.

[mEtH]

Any word if they are letting anyone in earlier to setup an area, kinda like how Darknights did and most shows do?

I would say pre-meets are at 8:30 and rolling out at 8:45. Meeting in that area for 10:15 roll out 10:30 depending on how close the meeting spot is that we decide on.

[bubba1983]

Oh man!!!!! That blows!!!!! Can you still make it?

no dice, workin the sat 7-3pm. Dave id highly suggest you gettin in contqact with "Hum" from the london mazda 3 clan, as they have 3 guys coming up for this. maybe u can be their eyes and ears on the way down. i promised them id take care of them, but since i can't make it now....doh

where is far far west?


Waterloo/wellington region


a good place to meet up before roling in would be oh kohler road (the road the event is on). its 5km down on kohler road off of highway 3, so u can easily regroup/meet with other region members on kohler road

[MAZDA Kitten]

Anyone know how to get in touch with the organizers of this event? Their emails dont even work (the ones on the website)

[Fuman]

Anyone know how to get in touch with the organizers of this event? Their emails dont even work (the ones on the website)

u serious? i e-mailed them yesterday, havent got a reply yet
man dis blows

[bubba1983]

i have one of them on my msn list

[S.F.W.]

I can try getting a hold of Mike Duong, I have him on MSN. Who did you try to contact? What do you need to know?

[MAZDA Kitten]

http://motm.ca/Contact.php

The guy MATT
I was just curious how the judging will be conducted this year
Thanks guys

[bubba1983]

mattski is on my msn, from past convo's he claims itll be fair

[MAZDA Kitten]

Okay thanks Adam...
I was just wondering if its gonna be judged by spectators or is it going to more organized this year? (i.e. "professional" judging)

[bubba1983]

i pointed this out to him, he'll be posting up soon

[msequence]

Hi MAZDA Kitten,

I'm Matt and I am taking care of the Show & Shine aspect of the event. There will be a class that will involve spectator choice(eg. crowd pick), however the rest of the categories shall be judged by people who have been in the industry for a number of years and who own top show cars themselves. As well as we will have some MAZDA Canada people who will judge as well. So hopefully to answer your question there is an unbiased judge team setup with a proper judge sheet, that everyone willl have a chance to see before they are marked. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me as I am always here. Thank you for your concern.

Matt

PS. Tip. Since this is a show and shine, I expect most of the competitor rides to shine, and be spotless, as cleanliness is very important and is a major aspect of a car show. If you have a clean vehicle, you show care and appreciation for your ride. As well a story and a concept on why your vehicle is modified the way it is, is more important than a quantity of aftermarket parts and stickers. Taste, Style, Cleanliness and Uniqueness are big factors.

Hope this helps

[MAZDA Kitten]

Matt;

Thank you for posting
You've answered EVERYTHING for me


I was just curious since based on what I seen last year (people literally coming up to me and saying "I will vote for you if you vote for me :loco) kind of left a disappointing impression on me especially after seeing how some other large scale events were judged.
I'm happy to see things are changing around

[msequence]

Glad I answered your questions and be of help to you. If you like come by and say HI to all the people who put this together this year. See you at the event. We will have a Best Female Mazda, as I am trying to stimulate more of a women involvement in our industry ;)

Matt

[MAZDA Kitten]

http://www.vwvortex.com/vwbb/embeer.gif

[Broli]

an issue was raised in another section, but i think it is important, and i would like the organizers to address it clearly for our members.

If a member should track his own vehicle at MOTM, what potential warranty cancellation issues should the be aware of.

1. If something goes wrong at the event and u still have warranty on ur car will it be honoured for repair work?
2. If something goes wrong after the event and u still have warranty will it be honoured for repair work?

[SABIO]

I made a post...but it is gone?

The Nazis having a bad day??

[MOTM_Committee]

an issue was raised in another section, but i think it is important, and i would like the organizers to address it clearly for our members.

If a member should track his own vehicle at MOTM, what potential warranty cancellation issues should the be aware of.

1. If something goes wrong at the event and u still have warranty on ur car will it be honoured for repair work?
2. If something goes wrong after the event and u still have warranty will it be honoured for repair work?

That is a very good question. Warranty is still covered for vehicle defects. Not abuse. A car is designed for a certain amount of "hard use". A car is also designed to protect itself (ie. rev limter, CEL/limp mode, etc). Damage caused by mis-shifts, accidents/physical contact, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, etc. are not covered. Obviously, warranty on vehicles that have been modified and damages that occur that are the result of the modifications is not covered. Standard warranty clauses.

One thing to keep in mind is that insurance is not covered. Some insurance companies will not allow you to track your car either. This is standard for any track event.

There will not be anyone taking plate #s of the people racing but if you are concerned you may remove your plates before going onto the track.

Mazda is a big supporter of grassroots, entry level racing. This is proven by their Mazdamotorsports program (www.mazdamotorsports.com) where you can get discounts on oem and mazdaspeed parts if you provide proof of your racing (autocross included).

Mazda is also hosting a track event at Mosport later this year for new RX8 owners.

[Broli]

That is a very good question. Warranty is still covered for vehicle defects. Not abuse. A car is designed for a certain amount of "hard use". A car is also designed to protect itself (ie. rev limter, CEL/limp mode, etc). Damage caused by mis-shifts, accidents/physical contact, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance, etc. are not covered. Obviously, warranty on vehicles that have been modified and damages that occur that are the result of the modifications is not covered. Standard warranty clauses.

One thing to keep in mind is that insurance is not covered. Some insurance companies will not allow you to track your car either. This is standard for any track event.

There will not be anyone taking plate #s of the people racing but if you are concerned you may remove your plates before going onto the track.

Mazda is a big supporter of grassroots, entry level racing. This is proven by their Mazdamotorsports program (www.mazdamotorsports.com) where you can get discounts on oem and mazdaspeed parts if you provide proof of your racing (autocross included).

Mazda is also hosting a track event at Mosport later this year for new RX8 owners.



thx for responding!

[bubba1983]

I made a post...but it is gone?

The Nazis having a bad day??

bad day?

here is the topic of the current thread "|" your post was waaaaaaaay over here.............................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. ..............................."|" that much off topic.
its a MOM thread, not a discussion about your beliefs reguarding overtime.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Gotta say I am not gonna be able to come to this years MotM this year.

Thought I might be able to get the Saturday off, but alas.. I can't. :bang

Hope it does turn out to be a good event.

Anyone up for us (TM3) taking the hat for 2008 MoM?

[MattC]

this might be a stupid question, but...

are our warranties fine if we just come to the event, and don't use the track? I just want to show up, hang out and see cars. But I don't want my insurance cut off for hanging out... What would happen if someone just ran into you randomly while on the premesis or something.

[SABIO]

......its a MOM thread, not a discussion about your beliefs reguarding overtime.

Not my beliefs. It's the LAW. Sorry you are a sucker.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

this might be a stupid question, but...

are our warranties fine if we just come to the event, and don't use the track? I just want to show up, hang out and see cars. But I don't want my insurance cut off for hanging out... What would happen if someone just ran into you randomly while on the premesis or something.

Cover your license plate and VIN...

Mazdas gonna walk around and write down everything.. :gone

[mEtH]

Alright someone from the far far west hook me up with some info of where you can do a pre-meet if you want to have one out that way.

We also need to come to a decision on where to have the final meet before the roll in!!
I know Bubba mentioned along a road but well thats not the most economical, any other suggestions?

[msequence]

Just some info about Show Shine Aspect Registrations.

1.Arrive and park your car in the specified area.
2.Once Announced (Will be a specific Time Frame for registrations only - not whole day, u miss the time u wont be able to compete period so watch out for announcements)- Go to CSCS Show Shine Registrations Desk, and mention you are there for the MOTM event. Once registered U will get a seperate sheet to put behind windshield with a number. This number will be used for judge purposes, as well as Spectator Favourite Pick class. Spectators will be able to Vote by imputing a small piece of paper with the car number of their choice back at the CSCS Registration Desk(Vote only once for the same car please).
3. Judges will be judging throughout the event.
4. Each judge will come around and ask you about your car, theme, and everyone will have a chance to have 5 minutes or so to voice their best aspects of the car.

Note: It has to be a specific time cut off for registrations, as cars will be rolling in the whole day and the judges require time to judge. This is based on how many cars we have as well. The event is 11-11PM. We will give enough time notice for everyone to get registered to compete, just dont arrive at 8 PM expecting to be judged. I will try to push for an earlier awards ceremony for the MAZDAs so people dont have to stay there till 11PM. I propose 5-6 PM as time for awards?

Classes posted below(also on www.motm.ca) site:
Main Classes
Mazda 3 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda 6 - 1st , 2nd place
Mazda MX3/323 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda MX6 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda Protégé - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda RX7 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda RX8 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda Miata - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda 626/Millenia/929 - 1st, 2nd place
Mazda Truck/SUV - 1st, 2nd place

Speciality Classes
Best of Show - Crowd Favourite
Best Female Mazda
Best Old School Mazda


Thank you
Matt
MOTM Show Shine Director

[HEVNSNT]

SO PISSED
walked into work today, and who has manditory overtime the day of this event, ME< FUUUUUUUCK! so mad!

That sucks that you can't make Adam. Can't you swap with someone else?

[SABIO]

why isn't Mazda 5 on there??

[msequence]

why isn't Mazda 5 on there??


will be classed under Truck/SUV depending on turn out.

Matt

[bubba1983]

That sucks that you can't make Adam. Can't you swap with someone else?

no dice on that!
im uber downed by this, ir eaaaaaaaallly wanted to go! only missed 2 moms since they started!!

[MAZDA Kitten]

4. Each judge will come around and ask you about your car, theme, and everyone will have a chance to have 5 minutes or so to voice their best aspects of the car.


What if you're not there when the judges come?

[bubba1983]

confusious tells me, yoru SOL then

[msequence]

everyone will know when judging begins, as we shall announce it.

Matt

[Cruella]

Alright someone from the far far west hook me up with some info of where you can do a pre-meet if you want to have one out that way.

We also need to come to a decision on where to have the final meet before the roll in!!
I know Bubba mentioned along a road but well thats not the most economical, any other suggestions?

Far Far West pre-meet is Sportsworld (100 Sportsworld Drive)

We can do a final meet at Caledonia or Cayuga no trouble at all and Binbrook or Empire Corners would not be to far out of our way.

Does MAZDA Kitten approve?

[MAZDA Kitten]

Is there a fee to enter your car into the show & shine?

Spectators are $20?
Anyone driving a Mazda gets in for free?

Correct?

[msequence]

no fee to enter the show and shine(MOTM MAZDA SECTION ONLY, regular CSCS Show and Shine. ie. cars other than MAZDA register seperately) its part of the MOTM event. U just have to register when you get there. Spectators are 20, mazda drivers free.

Matt

[MAZDA Kitten]

Thank you :)

[3GFX]

MK 1st 3GFX 2nd? hehehe

Here's to dreaming! :)

[MAZDA Kitten]

yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
LOL

[bubba1983]

by the way the numbers may be low, it jus might be the 2 of you anyways hahaha

[3GFX]

That's if Meth doesn't beat me out with the BOD team :p

[mEtH]

Kick you out of BOD? huh!? im confused...

[3GFX]

lol, I meant if you don't beat me with the "blacked out" theme.

[1flycdnM3]

what about the other events?? (if there are any)

test & tune?? auto-x?? all free for mazda drivers??

also, is there any required documents/sign-up required BEFORE we get there??

[mEtH]

lol, I meant if you don't beat me with the "blacked out" theme.

Oh, I really aint going for the show & shine, besides im not adding to my setup much, atleast not this year. I'll clean my car and stuff nonetheless but all in good sport. MK probably has this one in the bag, although I dont know the other cars coming.

[Effin Itai]

Guess what, there was a silver Mazda 3 with skirt package and all at the Oakville meet yesterday, and he definitely will be looked at. Dude if your reading this, I'm sorry but I forgot your screen name. LOL!

Oh yeah, I don't think Meth and I will be winning anything, just a prize for showing up I guess. LOL!

[Broli]

hey hey

meth is the returning champ

[Effin Itai]

I'm just waiting for him to post a sarcastic comment anytime soon. LOL!

[mEtH]

whateva... I just hope if someone wins anything tomorrow THEY ACTUALLY GET IT!

[Nextmod]

See you guys there

[1flycdnM3]

Guess what, there was a silver Mazda 3 with skirt package and all at the Oakville meet yesterday, and he definitely will be looked at. Dude if your reading this, I'm sorry but I forgot your screen name. LOL!

Oh yeah, I don't think Meth and I will be winning anything, just a prize for showing up I guess. LOL!

keep that on the D-L man! For the people that aren't coming out to this, you will miss out on this ride. truly one of a kind and if he doesn't win anything, I would be VERY surprised.

p.s. nevermind my question as i just checked the first post *rollseyes*

[bubba1983]

im DIYIN for pics peoples!!

[1flycdnM3]

just got back few hours ago. soooooooo hot out there today. excellent turnout and couldnt ask for a better day. I only took a video of our club and a little of the lapping and drifting. I needed a nap for a few hours from the heat exhaustion. atleast im not white anymore :)

we had 2-3 people taking pics from what i noticed so there will be lots to come!!!

[Voodoo]

i was there. its fun to watch drifters spinned out of track when trying to hard to impress the crowd. to my impressive, RX8's were so good on lapping compare to many super-tuned cars. didnt see many mazda on 1/4 mile drag. but its too hot, i had to leave at 3

[b3GS]

wish I coulda made it!!

can't wait to see some pics!!

[Pilzz]

Congrats to SpeedBaby for winning MOTM 2007 Best Mazda3 trophy

[S.F.W.]

Congrats to SpeedBaby for winning MOTM 2007 Best Mazda3 trophy
Congrats indeed.

[FLIPDADY]

Pics?

[-RJ3-]

Found these!!!

http://www.gtcars.ca/online/special-events-meets/43938-cscs-aug-11-2007-pictures-set.html

[SpeedBaby]

Congrats to SpeedBaby for winning MOTM 2007 Best Mazda3 trophy

Thanks!!!
And don't forget about the Mazda Gift Certificate ... must be my lucky day! lol

:bana2

[-RJ3-]

Found this pic Champ!!! Love the look of your MZ3 even more!!!

http://www.gtcars.ca/images/cscs-aug11-2007/cscs-aug11-2007-00108.jpg (http://www.gtcars.ca/images/cscs-aug11-2007/cscs-aug11-2007-00108.jpg)

[SpeedBaby]

thanks again! too bad this was taken before the lip arrived (thanks to Peter for bringing it!!!)

[-RJ3-]

Nice you had the lip for the show and installed? Pics?

[se_k]

wanna pics :chuckle

[FLIPDADY]

Found this pic Champ!!! Love the look of your MZ3 even more!!!

http://www.gtcars.ca/images/cscs-aug11-2007/cscs-aug11-2007-00108.jpg (http://www.gtcars.ca/images/cscs-aug11-2007/cscs-aug11-2007-00108.jpg)
Congrats on the win!

Where's the rest of the vinyl on the hood? Not feeling the big red part on the hood. Finish the rest of it!

[dhawtin]

hey guys dose anyone know if I came away with any prize?

[dhawtin]

I am the silver mazda3 sedan with the body kit and rims in Oakville*

[Garu]

I missed it. I had to work. :(

[-RJ3-]

More pics thanks to Eric (Spyder01) from Toprotege... Big ups to Junior for winning best Protege.... Toprotege and TM3 repped it large!!!

http://www.toprotege.com/forums/showthread.php?p=418677#post418677

[Nextmod]

thanks again! too bad this was taken before the lip arrived (thanks to Peter for bringing it!!!)

I was only there cause i had to deliver the lip lol

[SpeedBaby]

I was only there cause i had to deliver the lip lol

Wow, well in that case i REALLY do appreciate it! and sorry we didn't get to say bye - we were looking for you guys when we were leaving, but didn't see you...

BTW, you car got a really hawt ass now! lol

[Spyder01]

More pics thanks to Eric (Spyder01) from Toprotege... Big ups to Junior for winning best Protege.... Toprotege and TM3 repped it large!!!

http://www.toprotege.com/forums/showthread.php?p=418677#post418677

Pro! Nice event yesterday. Those are only half the pics I have... still working on them right now. Plus theres like 150 more of pure models ;) lol. TM3 had a great showing yesterday too! I'll be sure to share the rest with you guys as soon as all the pics are up! :)

[Effin Itai]

I must admit that it was a fun event yesterday. Much less vehicles than the past 2 years. But, it didn't really feel like a MOM. There was more emphasis on the racing, drifting, and drag strip. Don't think people really cam out to see mazdas. We were there as a backdrop. Little bit of judging here and there to make the owners happy. Like I said, had a good time, especially with the models posing on my car and a few others. LOL! Won't come back if it is going to be like this. Pics are coming soon. Got a couple "Got ass girls" pics coming too. LOL!

Gotta saw, it was cool to see Vince (Whitespeed3) rep it for TM3 on the drag strip. He had a couple good times. Hat's off to Vince.

[3GFX]

I had an awesome time yesterday and so did SheFX. I loved the atmosphere of everything combined. I admit that it wasn't so much a Mazda show, but it was a different change. The track events and everything was what MOM needed.

I have the solution to everything for next year. Do the same thing as this year, except closer to Toronto, and only Mazda's.

The home feel of MOM and the race feel of MotM makes for my dream Mazda meet :)


PS Congrats to Speedbaby on the win. Its nice to see a 3 win best in show!

[1flycdnM3]

^^ my thoughts EXACTLY actually. I really enjoyed my first MOM as i used to be a die-hard enthusiast of TMP and longed for a reason to return after a few years of being away from it. Drifting, Auto-X, 1/4 Mile and LOTS of Mazda's :)

Dont get me wrong, I love Mazda's, but it's nice to have something else to look at/do while at a meet. very impressed. I agree, something closer to home would be great though :)



on a side note: I was a little disappointed that only the entry was FREE, as i was very interested in taking a run at the 1/4 mile (missed that the most). From the first post, it did say that it was all going to be free, but i still had fun!

[WhiteSpeed3]

thanx marco ill have some videos at la paloma this week

[-RJ3-]

Congrats on the win!

Where's the rest of the vinyl on the hood? Not feeling the big red part on the hood. Finish the rest of it!


I think it would look overkill if you ask me... those two vinyl piece certainly looks perfect with the lip on....

http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=1090139844&context=set-72157601381225888&size=l

BTW thanks to a toprotege memeber for this pic.

[1flycdnM3]

Video Added!

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?p=210997#post210997

[WhiteSpeed3]

heres another pick i theink the vinyl looks good

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z256/vincesalati/IMG_5450.jpg

[mEtH]

Video and Pictures are in this thread...
http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=19895

[1flycdnM3]

anyone know who got 2nd place in the show & shine??
is there somewhere to find the results??

[Cruella]

We would like to thank you for allowing us to hang with your group at the MotM. The little guy was asleep by the time we reached Cayuga. We were impressed by the attention to detail to your Mazda 3's and how welcoming you all were.

Note to Hum, I don't know if we missed you or you missed us at Sportsworld, we saw your car at the MotM and liked the chrome mirrors.

[3GFX]

Cruella, it was nice meeting you to!!! I love the theme of your car, plate and shirts, very creative. See you around KW sometime, I'm keeping my eye out for your plate :)

[WLS ZMZM]

Looks like I missed quite the event.... stupid parents had to come back early... what a piss off. Was really looking forward to the MOM as well.. oh well next year I guess *tear*.... would have really liked to come as some of my old friends were there and would have loved to have torn them an ass on the track.... silly honda's..... Mazda's are for real drivers :p:chuckle

[bubba1983]

soooo now that this years is over. any rumours or anything flying around if a specific car club is taking back MOM to its rightfull pace...?

[S.F.W.]

they plan to leave it as a committee. But we will be able to have multiple reps to express our interest. They understand we want a Mazda focused event.

[bubba1983]

be intresting to see if that actually pans out then..

[HEVNSNT]

^^I've made another post. Feel free to PM me. Expect changes for next year. We have taken notes. I encourage you guys to join our committee as this is the best way to represent your club. We will have an open meeting in the very near future.

[MAZDA Kitten]

Where can we see show results?

[msequence]

Where can we see show results?

Will be posted once I get around to it... and I get the registration sheet from CSCS with people's names instead of some of the numbers I have. Keep you posted.

Matt