With only 3 weeks to SEMA in Vegas, I have constant wood. (My first time going to SEMA) Anyhow, is anyone from here going? Maybe if enough people we can meet for some drinks and roudyness. Has anyone been there before, any words of advise?

 

My wife & I will be there all week. my 5th time her 3rd.Get there early,expect alot of people,be patient,be prepaired to walk alot,bring comfortable shoes.It does get chilly at night.It is amazing to see all the custom vehicles.Have fun!

 

Caskyline,
I go every year to the PRI in Indy and they give out alot of freebies. Does Sema give out alot of freebies. Thanks for the info

 

They sure do. Hats,lanyards,posters,candy,key chains,pens,magazines,brochures,etc.

 

SEMA is the best! This will be my 6th year. Wear good shoes and bring a comfortable backpack. Two days is an absolute minimum because you just can not imagine how big this show is. SEMA is the 2nd biggest show for Vegas, that is saying something. Stay at a hotel that is close to a monorail station, taxis are a pain in the ***, very long lines. Bring a packpack because there is so much stuff, you will get tired of carrying it all in a plastic bag. I also recommend going through the show fast the first day so you can go back to what caught your eye. I hope Nissan/Infiniti has a better display than they did last year, it was weak. This year Honda/Acura is the main manufacturer so expect to see more new Civics than you can believe.

 

Were staying at Circus Circus, cause I got a fair rate and I think it is close to the convention center. Do they allow those little suitcase on wheels thingies? I have seen them at PRI and didnt know. What is the closest Monorail from the bigtop? We will be there Tues -Sat, and plan to spend all day Tues-Fri there.

 

Have you guys been approved yet? This year is a MAJOR pain in the ***! They want proof that you work for a company in the field.

 

Rad!

Can't wait to see the pics of a G35 with 25" spinners...

w00t!

 

Yes, got registered when they first opened registration. I thought it was pretty simple. I have a small consulting business that provides parts and services to individuals and race teams that deal with Harleys, so I had the business liscense they needed.

 

I'll be there as well. Staying at NYNY. I'm looking forward to it this year. I'll be media for the first time so should be a lot of fun.

 

Any media parties you can get us into????

 

please visit this thread https://g35driver.com/forums/showthr...highlight=sema

 

Circus Circus is not near a monorail station, but is only about six blocks. The SEMA buses pick-up at Circus Circus which is pretty convenient, it is the coming back that sucks, the walk from there is not too bad, I have done it many times. Anyone thinking of going should get it done now. Pre-registration has been extended to 10/18. After 10/19 it is $50 instead of $15.
Also registration at the show is very slow and time consuming. But the SEMA show is worth the effort! For those thinking about it they have really tightened up the rules. Unfortunately I can assure you they are very strict at all the venues, I do not know of anybody talking there way into SEMA.

 

MikeF, I have my credentials from Sema, and they said I have to present my business card and thats it. How long are the lines to do that, does everyone have to? Thanks

 

they want buisness lic and a copy of a paystub to get tickets . this way it dont turn into a public car show.