As a college punk, one of the things that irritate me most is a grade given without justification from the instructor. However, that's not the case when judging cars. While I've never competed in the DeLorean concourse, I have observed the process several times (St. Louis, Cleveland, Belfast, etc.) and spoken to the judges. I'd be willing to bet any judge can substantiate his or her grade for a car. We've established already that improvements are being made to the judging system -- give it some time. Michael wrote: <<If you need to make a comment to me personally, do it privately like a gentleman.>> Mike, if you cant stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. It's a shame you've tried to turn a fun hobby into a childish rant, similar to that of a rebellious teenager. I don't know why you have such a chip on your shoulder, but there's no place for it here. <<emails, especially the one from kNut.>> Yeah, I'm sure Knut hasn't heard that since 5th grade. That's gotta hurt. ...Sticks and stones?... <<I have never entered a concourse nor do I plan to do so in the foreseeable future. If I plan to take my DeLorean(S) to a concourse d' elegance it will be at Pebble Beach.>> Good, because the rest of us will be in Memphis to have fun. I'll look forward to seeing all of you in Graceland, including Marty, Rich, and even you Mikey. I'm taking my ball and going home... Jake REGISTER NOW FOR MEMPHIS!!