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Judged car shows are almost always 'political', with friends or associates of the show sponsors usually getting the nod for the awards, or getting tossed from or assigned to certain classes. In one show I attended last year, a GT 40 owner was awarded a 'best in class' trophy without ever filling out the entry form (the car was brought to the show by an employee). It turns out that an officer in the car club that sponsored the show just happens to be another employee of the GT 40 owner. Don't get me wrong, the car was stunning, but to guarantee a 'best in class' trophy by your employee (he knew early in the day) stinks to high heaven. I'll never attend this certain show again, even though it's a 'recognized' regional event.
Car shows are intended to be a fun day for all involved, but the actions of a few unscrupulous individuals/judges ruin it for the rest of the hard-working car enthusiasts.