Judging & Special Recognition
Judging Criteria, Classes, Fees & Other Information
Boss Nationals 2023 is organized and hosted by a small group of Boss owners and enthusiasts who are excited to recognize unique Ford and Mercury automotive history. This is not a MCA sanctioned event; and judging will be similar to a weekend car show utilizing Boss Nationals Judging which covers 4 categories:
| + Boss body | + Engine |
| + Undercarriage | + Interior |
Registration fees for judging are as follows and include indoor display space and a free t-shirt. Registration packets will begin to be mailed after January 2, 2023.
| Class | Registration Fee |
| Trailered Concours Boss 302, 351 & 429 cars | $275.00 |
| Driven Concours Boss 302, 351 & 429 cars | $275.00 |
Registration fees for special recognition certificates (multiple certificates are available) are as follows and include indoor display space and a free t-shirt. Registration packets will begin to be mailed after January 2, 2023.
| Category | Registration Fee |
| Original owners and their cars | $100.00 |
| Survivor, unrestored original Boss cars | $100.00 |
| Special purpose/ unique Boss cars and their history | $100.00 |
Note: we are now showcasing all 1961-1973 Ford and Mercury high performance cars in outside, non-judged outdoor display. No online registration required. Just show up anytime, register at the show office for 1, 2, or 3 days and pay $50. Come and go as you please.
There is no on-site registration EXCEPT as stated above for outside, non-judged Outdoor display cars.
Online registration and payment must be completed by August 11th.
Here’s a link to detailed registration information.
Schedule
Park & Setup: all indoor vehicles must be inplace, inside their respective indoor space no later than 9pm Wednesday, August 23th. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Safey & Security: All indoor vehicles CAN NOT BE MOVED FOR 3 DAYS UNLESS AN EMERGENCY AND MUST HAVE:
- + battery disconnected in show mode
- + a minimum of one fully functional fire extinguisher
- + 1/8th of a tank of fuel maximum per City of East Moline Fire Code.
Judging over 3 days:
- 1) noon – 4pm, Thursday, August 24th
- 2) 8am -4pm Friday, August 25th
- 3) 8am- noonish, Saturday, August 26th
Awards: 5pm – 6pm, Saturday, August 27th
Awards & Certificates
Multiple Special Recognition Certificates Will Be Given For:
Original owners and their cars
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Survivor, unrestored original Boss cars
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Special purpose/ unique Boss cars and their history
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Judged Awards
One award will be given to the top three cars in each class: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
Trailered Concours 1969 Boss 302 Mustang
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Trailered Concours 1969 Boss 429 Mustang
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Driven Concours 1969 Boss 302 Mustang
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Driven Concours 1969 Boss 429 Mustang
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Trailered Concours 1969 Boss 302 Cougar
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Driven Concours 1969 Boss 302 Cougar
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Trailered Concours 1970 Boss 302 Mustang
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Trailered Concours 1970 Boss 429 Mustang
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Driven Concours 1970 Boss 302 Mustang
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Driven Concours 1970 Boss 429 Mustang
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Trailered Concours 1970 Boss 302 Cougar
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Driven Concours 1970 Boss 302 Cougar
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Trailered Concours 1971 Boss 351
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Driven Concours 1971 Boss 351
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Trailered Concours 2012 Boss 302
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Driven Concours 2012 Boss 302
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Trailered Concours 2013 Boss 302
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Driven Concours 2013 Boss 302
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