I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rcrahn · 10-08-2012, 08:15 PM

I got an email from a lady who does casting for the show "counting cars". About possibly appearing in an episode for the upcoming season 2.
I don't know much about the show. What all do you guys think?

I'm simply not thinking of selling our 1969 Firebird nor the truck project..

To me these reality shows are purely for entertainment. Somehow trading years of my work, $$ and sweat for 15 minutes of fame just isn't appealing.

But I must admit it would sure be fun to drink a few beers, shoot the sh$t and talk rides with Danny.....

black_sheep454 · 10-08-2012, 08:19 PM

You can always be on the show and not sell your cars
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bollybib · 10-08-2012, 08:20 PM

I've seen that show and I understand your ambivalence. I don't have any advice to give but it is pretty cool that they contacted you.

CG · 10-08-2012, 08:21 PM

Never heard of the show ... whats the premise?

**leddzepp** · 10-08-2012, 08:24 PM

I watched it the other night for the first time. They bought a 68 SWB truck with no bed on it for $4500. Basically painted it and added a bed, and sold it for $17K. They don't really show what they do as far as rebuilding/restoring....all you see at the end is a finished product. That is cool they asked you to be on the show. I would look into what is all involved for sure.

**Already Gone** · 10-08-2012, 08:35 PM

You have nothing to lose by checking it out, just keep your titles close to your chest !!!
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sboris · 10-08-2012, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by black_sheep454

You can always be on the show and not sell your cars
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Haha you won't be on the show I bet if you don't sell.. Hope u do though

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towbar · 10-08-2012, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

I watched it the other night for the first time. They bought a 68 SWB truck with no bed on it for $4500. Basically painted it and added a bed, and sold it for $17K. They don't really show what they do as far as rebuilding/restoring....all you see at the end is a finished product. That is cool they asked you to be on the show. I would look into what is all involved for sure.

funny thing about that episode, they said it was a 68 SWB, when I saw it i thought that the frame looked really long to me between the cab and rear end, and when it was done with the bed on it...it was a LWB. Just wonderin if they know the difference?

hatred · 10-08-2012, 10:42 PM

To me it looked like a SWB all along. I've seen many people on there not sell their vehicles...
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shawno72 · 10-08-2012, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by towbar

funny thing about that episode, they said it was a 68 SWB, when I saw it i thought that the frame looked really long to me between the cab and rear end, and when it was done with the bed on it...it was a LWB. Just wonderin if they know the difference?

I noticed this too. Maybe you buy a low priced lwb and sell it to them for a swb price??

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ole dollor · 10-08-2012, 11:26 PM

i like the show, its a spin off of pawn stars,just like American restoration. the guy buys a lot of cars and trucks of all kinds,and some he keeps and some he fixes up and resales.....its a good show....i also like fast and loud, based out of Dallas Texas.....another good show....

Elchopperfreak · 10-08-2012, 11:32 PM

Tell Danny I say hi..
Remember its just "reality" TV
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magwakeenercew2jh · 10-08-2012, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Elchopperfreak

Tell Danny I say hi..
Remember its just "reality" TV
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Exactly.

I like the show...and the other ones mentioned, too. I just consider it "entertainment with a lot of b.s. along for the ride".
I think I like the guy.

But driving down the road and pulling folks over to "talk" about their cars? Very, very staged. Like wrestling.
So what?

The expertise and style of some of thir s*&t is questionable. More "So what?".

It's all about selling diapers, male enhancement, dish soap, and Geico insurance.

And we get to see some cars. The bikes are usually hideous.

So what?

It's all fun.

And it ain't "Operation Repo"...Yetch!!!

74 stepside · 10-09-2012, 12:01 AM

Having been on reality tv for a couple seasons, you have nothing to fear. Its fun, especially if your not working. Just go with it. They cant force you to do anything you dont want to do. Danny the "Count" seems cool and I enjoy the show. He is always fair with prices when he does buy cars too.

***Liz*** · 10-09-2012, 12:11 AM

I say go for it. We watch it all the time.. If nothing else, its something to do that most won't be able to.

SLOW POKE · 10-09-2012, 12:30 AM

They called that blue and white ford with the goat cage a short bed too.

**WIDESIDE72** · 10-09-2012, 12:40 AM

I am flying out to Vegas later this week since my wife got a free room for a conference and i emailed counts customs about coming by. Kevin returned my email saying I was morethan welcome. I am not inthe buying mode, but I do have a restored 71 GMC (avatar) for sale. I plan to show them photos and if they want to give me my asking price it's all his! (they have to figure out how to get it from Austin Tx to Vegas!)

As for Fast and loud, it think that describes Richard to a T. He seems like a blow hard. I laughed when I said he would lose his ass on the 51 ford gasser and 78 fairmont drift car, then they did! IMO, he made an ass of himself the way he acted when he went to the auction and snorted tequila up his nose. WTF!!?!
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Elchopperfreak · 10-09-2012, 01:33 AM

The TV "one week build" scripted formula is getting old.
Its all in the script..
Who would rush to go to an auction to sell a car with no reserve???
Wheelers Dealers?? How come they rebuild a whole car but never,ever have labor costs..
Reality does not happen in episodes..
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mcmlxix · 10-09-2012, 02:21 AM

do it... can I be a passenger when they find you driving around?

PS: How did they find you to contact you via email if you werent advertising your cars/trucks for sale?

speedfreak369 · 10-09-2012, 03:27 AM

Love the show, do it
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cdowns · 10-09-2012, 05:46 AM

i'd want to know HOW MUCH they pay me for how much of my time// do i get my own consultant from wardrome or a specisl "doo rag" consultant too? so i look cool

it is a great way to advertise who you are and waht you got as well as where your stuff is/// i'm sure all the local thieves watch the show too

jjzepplin · 10-09-2012, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

i'd want to know HOW MUCH they pay me for how much of my time// do i get my own consultant from wardrome or a specisl "doo rag" consultant too? so i look cool

it is a great way to advertise who you are and waht you got as well as where your stuff is/// i'm sure all the local thieves watch the show too

I heard that! I don't mind telling you all here what I got but around town when people ask I tell them I have good mufflers, that's all.

blazer1972 · 10-09-2012, 06:33 AM

you will get an offer for ur car/truck, u will probably loose money so he can make more after the re-sale, dont sell.

**RenoKeene** · 10-09-2012, 09:11 AM

Maybe you can get him to take that friggin rag off his head "dude...you know that looks stupid, right?"

1970 C10 MJW · 10-09-2012, 09:14 AM

i like counting cars, i would definetly like being on the show but i doubt i would sell to him lol, but fast and loud show looked like it would be cool, i hate that show, he usually ruins cars more often then he makes them nice... and he is way too cocky lol

10-08-2012, 08:15 PM	#1
rcrahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The West Posts: 767	I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? I got an email from a lady who does casting for the show "counting cars". About possibly appearing in an episode for the upcoming season 2. I don't know much about the show. What all do you guys think? I'm simply not thinking of selling our 1969 Firebird nor the truck project.. To me these reality shows are purely for entertainment. Somehow trading years of my work, $$ and sweat for 15 minutes of fame just isn't appealing. But I must admit it would sure be fun to drink a few beers, shoot the sh$t and talk rides with Danny.....

10-08-2012, 08:19 PM	#2
black_sheep454 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Lebanon, Mo. Posts: 1,315	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? You can always be on the show and not sell your cars Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1968 chevy lwb, getting ready to join forces with the 70 gmc 1970 gmc swb, getting ready to be a 68 chevy swb 1971 gmc lwb 2500 2wd Sierra Grande 1988 chevy 1-ton crew cab 2wd waiting for a 12v cummins

10-08-2012, 08:20 PM	#3
bollybib Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 1,584	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? I've seen that show and I understand your ambivalence. I don't have any advice to give but it is pretty cool that they contacted you. __________________ - Jim - My Daily Driver is a 1969 Chevrolet Custom/20 Fleetside 350/TH400/Eaton H052 4.10 and its Project thread is here http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456911

10-08-2012, 08:21 PM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,035	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? Never heard of the show ... whats the premise? __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

10-08-2012, 08:24 PM	#5
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,036	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? I watched it the other night for the first time. They bought a 68 SWB truck with no bed on it for $4500. Basically painted it and added a bed, and sold it for $17K. They don't really show what they do as far as rebuilding/restoring....all you see at the end is a finished product. That is cool they asked you to be on the show. I would look into what is all involved for sure. __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-08-2012, 08:35 PM	#6
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,144	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? You have nothing to lose by checking it out, just keep your titles close to your chest !!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

10-08-2012, 10:42 PM	#9
hatred Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Denham Springs, La. Posts: 257	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? To me it looked like a SWB all along. I've seen many people on there not sell their vehicles... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 05 QSM GTO - M6, Corsa, King Springs 70 SWB CST - 350/Auto, Foose 18/17 I upset whiners too....

10-08-2012, 11:26 PM	#11
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? i like the show, its a spin off of pawn stars,just like American restoration. the guy buys a lot of cars and trucks of all kinds,and some he keeps and some he fixes up and resales.....its a good show....i also like fast and loud, based out of Dallas Texas.....another good show....

10-08-2012, 11:32 PM	#12
Elchopperfreak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 164	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? Tell Danny I say hi.. Remember its just "reality" TV Posted via Mobile Device

10-09-2012, 12:01 AM	#14
74 stepside Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 815	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? Having been on reality tv for a couple seasons, you have nothing to fear. Its fun, especially if your not working. Just go with it. They cant force you to do anything you dont want to do. Danny the "Count" seems cool and I enjoy the show. He is always fair with prices when he does buy cars too.

10-09-2012, 12:11 AM	#15
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,767	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? I say go for it. We watch it all the time.. If nothing else, its something to do that most won't be able to.

10-09-2012, 12:30 AM	#16
SLOW POKE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 189	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? They called that blue and white ford with the goat cage a short bed too. __________________ 68 Short step!!

10-09-2012, 12:40 AM	#17
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? I am flying out to Vegas later this week since my wife got a free room for a conference and i emailed counts customs about coming by. Kevin returned my email saying I was morethan welcome. I am not inthe buying mode, but I do have a restored 71 GMC (avatar) for sale. I plan to show them photos and if they want to give me my asking price it's all his! (they have to figure out how to get it from Austin Tx to Vegas!) As for Fast and loud, it think that describes Richard to a T. He seems like a blow hard. I laughed when I said he would lose his ass on the 51 ford gasser and 78 fairmont drift car, then they did! IMO, he made an ass of himself the way he acted when he went to the auction and snorted tequila up his nose. WTF!!?! Posted via Mobile Device

10-09-2012, 01:33 AM	#18
Elchopperfreak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico Posts: 164	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? The TV "one week build" scripted formula is getting old. Its all in the script.. Who would rush to go to an auction to sell a car with no reserve??? Wheelers Dealers?? How come they rebuild a whole car but never,ever have labor costs.. Reality does not happen in episodes.. Posted via Mobile Device

10-09-2012, 02:21 AM	#19
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? do it... can I be a passenger when they find you driving around? PS: How did they find you to contact you via email if you werent advertising your cars/trucks for sale? __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE



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10-09-2012, 03:27 AM	#20
speedfreak369 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: GA/AL Posts: 290	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? Love the show, do it Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1965 c10 short stepside (dad's project) 1967 c10 fleetside 350/350 trans (my baby)

10-09-2012, 05:46 AM	#21
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? i'd want to know HOW MUCH they pay me for how much of my time// do i get my own consultant from wardrome or a specisl "doo rag" consultant too? so i look cool it is a great way to advertise who you are and waht you got as well as where your stuff is/// i'm sure all the local thieves watch the show too __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY Last edited by cdowns; 10-09-2012 at 06:00 AM.

10-09-2012, 06:33 AM	#23
blazer1972 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: CA Posts: 45	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? you will get an offer for ur car/truck, u will probably loose money so he can make more after the re-sale, dont sell.

10-09-2012, 09:11 AM	#24
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? Maybe you can get him to take that friggin rag off his head "dude...you know that looks stupid, right?" __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

10-09-2012, 09:14 AM	#25
1970 C10 MJW Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 470	Re: I've been contacted by "Counting cars"...what do you think? i like counting cars, i would definetly like being on the show but i doubt i would sell to him lol, but fast and loud show looked like it would be cool, i hate that show, he usually ruins cars more often then he makes them nice... and he is way too cocky lol __________________ 70 C10 working on a LSx swap 4.8L MS3 edelbrock pro flo intake, pacesetter long tubes, 4l60e 2500 stall hoping the tranny holds up lol

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