Re:1982 DMC is concours?

["Michael DeLuca" <mdeluca@xxxx>]

Regarding Fascias and concourse judging, I think all of the original 
fascia will show a tape mark from the original packing that was used 
to protect the DeLorean in transport (it may only be visible in 
certain lighting and at a correct viewing angle). The tape was 
installed at the factory!
So shouldn't a car that is truly original have points taken off if the 
fascias have been painted and are missing these marks? Which is more 
correct, a freshly painted fascia that looks perfect or an original 
one
that has what looks like a defect but is certainly more original and 
correct then a perfect fascia?

When I was first trying to understand Concourse judging I found a 
description that said something to the effect that in a 300 point 
competition a brand new Porch right off the show room floor would 
probably be a 150 point car. A concourse car is not only what the car 
is but also what it should be. 

I think James Espey has done a great job with his concourse judging 
manual and has given us all a great bench mark for us all to use as a 
standard point of reference. Certain items will always be subjective 
and maybe even controversial. I don't think it is possible to come up 
with an absolutely correct standard.
At least now there is a published standard for DeLorean Concourse 
judging and if you want to win you try to meet that standard 
regardless of what you think is right or how it should be.

If this were a black and white issue there would be no need for judges 
at all. 

Mike D.
Vin 3113
NY Lic DLORIANN 

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