Auto Parts Swap n Sell Set for Jan. 19-20, 2008

AUTO PARTS SWAP’n SELL
New England’s Largest All Automotive Swap Meet!
350 Vendor Spaces – HEATED –  INDOORS!

Date:  Saturday & Sunday, January 19-20, 20088:00am – 5:00pm
Location:  Eastern States Exposition Complex, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA  01089

Admission:  $10.00 – 12 & under Free (ticket good for one day only)

Contact:  860-871-6376

VENDOR INFORMATION:

Autoparts Swap ‘N Sell is a traditional winter automotive swap meet.  It was created by an automotive enthusiast for automotive car enthusiasts.  This annual event is a tradition that attracts thousands on a yearly basis.  Considered by many as the largest indoor event of its type with 350 vendor spaces.  Autoparts Swap ‘N Sell is for “hardcore automotive vendors”.  Please – no household toys or garage sale junk items.  Everything automotive is welcome and remember, this event is held in “extreme weather”, heated indoors.

SET-UP AREA:  Space is estimated at 12’ x 15’.  The frontage is 15’.  Wall space may vary at 12’ x 12’ estimated.  All space is preassigned by paid reservation.  No advance confirmation is sent.  No selling of food, candy, adult entertainment or weapons of any kind.  NO ALCOHOL, BEER, ETC. ALLOWED IN VENDOR SPACES.

TYPE ITEMS SOLD:  This show is for items associated with automotive market.  It is for the automotive enthusiast only.  Automotive parts and accessories only.  NO HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, CLOTHES, FURNITURE, ETC.   No non-related automotive items.  All items will be checked at set-up.

VENDOR SETUP REQUIREMENTS:  All vendors required to set up Friday.  No exceptions.  Times 9:00am – 8:00pm.  Vendors must register and sign in at door #7.  (No advanced confirmation will be sent).  At sign-up you must bring a copy of your MA tax certificate #.  If you don’t have one, forms are provided at sign-in.  This is a simple, easy procedure.  No one will be turned down.  Please don’t be over concerned.  This is a simple procedure.

FIRE REGULATIONS:  No vehicles are allowed to remain in the building unless it is a special interest vehicle for sale.  Displays must conform to all fire codes for 2008.  Disconnect batteries and tape gas caps.  Post a safety sign.

ALL VENDORS MUST STAY FOR THE DURATION OF THE SHOW:  Your display area must be open and set-up during show hours.  Vehicles for sale cannot be moved during show times.

SECURITY PROCEDURES:  The show management, Start/Finish, or anyone associated with the event is not responsible for lost or stolen/misplaced items.  For the management’s protection the show provides security and fire protection.  Vendors are independent contractors and must provide their own insurance and liability.  Management assumes no responsibility.

SHOW HOURS:  Set-up Friday 9-8.  General show hours Saturday and Sunday 8:00 to 5:00pm.  (If crowd drops show may close early Sunday.  Remember, this show is held in extreme weather.  It’s guaranteed to be open both days.)

SHOW PHONE:  Information and reservation number (860) 871-6376.  Show days only – Show Phone: (413) 205-5061.

EASTERN STATE EXPOSITION COMPLEX:  The facility owner Eastern States will charge for complex parking.  Vendors will not receive parking passes.

DIRECTIONS

Eastern MASS via MASS PIKE:  west to exit 4, south on Route 5 to Route 147, west 1 mile.

ALBANY AREA via MASS PIKE: east to exit 4, south on Route 5 north to Route 147, west 1 mile.

CONNECTICUT via I-91: north to exit, to Route 5 north to Route 147, west 1 mile, or north to exit 3, follow Route 57 west to Route 159 north, to 147 east.

 

VERMONT, NEW HAMPSHIRE via I-91: south to exit 13B, south on Route 5 to Route 147, west 1 mile.

RECOMMENDED HOTEL and MOTEL LISTINGS…..

Many may offer Show Discounts to exhibitors at Eastern States Exposition.

DAYS INN437 Riverdale Road, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 785-5365 (2 miles north on Rt. 5)

 

HOLIDAY INN SPRINGFIELD711 Dwight Street, Springfield, MA  01104 (413) 781-0900 (2 miles from fairgrounds)

RED ROOF INN 1254 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 731-1010 (5 miles north on Rt. 5)

ECONO LODGE1533 Elm Street, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 734-8278 (2 miles north on Rt. 5)

MOTEL 8 – 106 Capital Drive, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 788-4000 (5 miles north on Rt. 5)

SUPER 8 MOTEL1500 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 736-8080 (6 miles north on Rt. 5)

QUALITY INN1150 Riverdale Road, West Springfield, MA  01089 (413) 739-7261 (5 miles north on Rt. 5).

Sources: Thompson Speedway PR