June 20-21
2025
Detroit, Michigan
What are the dates for the Meet in the Middle?
The three day event will start on Friday, June 20, 2025. We are currently working on setting up a special event for everyone who comes in Friday night. On Saturday, June 21, 2025 we will be meeting at the Stahls Automotive Collection in Chesterfield, MI. .
In the afternoon, we will be driving approximately 10 miles to the Selfridge Air Museum. After seeing everything at the Air Museum we will all get together for dinner at a place to be determined.
What is the cost for the event?
The cost to Pre-Register your car is $25.00 for your first car. If you want to bring more than one car, the cost is $10.00/additional car. If you do not Pre-Register, the cost is $35.00 for the first car and $10.00 for each additional car.
The cost of admission to the Selfridge Air Museum is $10.00/person , $8.00 for seniors
What will I see at these Museums?
If you would like a preview of the collections that are at these two museums you can go to their websites.
How do I register for the Meet?
Go to the Home page of this web site and look for the BLUE "Register Here!" button. You can go to the Registration section of the website and fill out the Registration form. After you fill it out, you can send it electronically to us with a PayPal payment for the registration fee and any T-shirts you may wish to purchase. We have also provided the Registration form in a pdf format that you can print out and manually complete and mail it to us. If you mail us the Registration Form, you can enclose a check for the Registration fee and T-shirts, if you want to order them.
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR THE SELFRIDGE AIR MUSEUM!
Since the Air Museum is on an active Military base you must get a clearance to enter the base. You Must go to their website and Pre-register. Go to www.selfridgeairmuseum.org. There you will see on the home page a box that says "Pre-Approved Access". Click on that and follow the instructions given. For our International visitors there is a different form you have to complete on this same page. All International visitors must complete this form at least 30 days before the visit. US Citizens must complete the form at least 7 days before the visit.
Do I have to mail in my registration form?
You can either fill out the Registration Form on-line or print it out and mail it to the address on the form. We also need you to mail your payment for the Meet and any T-shirts.
Will you refund my money if I decide not to come?
There are no refunds of the show fee if you simply decide not to come. The registration fee will be refunded only if the show is not allowed to take place due to government restrictions.
Do I have to pre-order my T-shirts?
Yes, T-shirts will only be available on a Pre-Order basis only. The price is $18.00/shirt. They come is sizes Small-3XL.
They will be available for pickup from Jim Golomb on Saturday
What does the T-shirt look like?
It will be a Gilden Ultra Cotton T-shirt with the Meet in the Middle logo on the front of the shirt. We are offering only adult sizes from small to 3XL. They are all priced the same. We may have a few extras at the show in case you order the wrong size, but no promises any will be available at the show.
What happens if I order a T-shirt but can’t come to the Meet to pick it up?
Since you will have pre-ordered it, we will mail it to you but there will be a $10.00 charge for Priority Mail shipping.
What are the lodging accommodation?
There is a separate page on the website that lists the recommended hotel . Please mention that you are reserving a room at the hotel in order to qualify for the special rate we have secured.
What are the cancellation policies at the recommended hotel?
The hotel has its own cancellation policies. The hotel we have listed on the Hotel Information Page where we have a block
of rooms reserved have a special cancellation policy. Contact them is you have any questions.
Where can I park my trailer?
There is plenty of parking at the host hotel for your trailer and tow vehicle. This will be totally at your own risk to leave it there.
Can I bring chairs and a cooler?
Yes, of course you can, just leave room around your car for others to park.
Can I park next to my friends?
Parking is going to be on a first come basis. But if you are bringing two cars and want to park them next to each other, by all means do. We don’t want to set up too many rules so let’s just have fun and enjoy each other’s company and our cars.
Can I put up a canopy as a sun shade or heaven forbid if it rains?
Yes, you can put up a canopy, but the area where the show cars are going to be is on a paved lot, so make sure you have some weights to secure the legs of your canopy. However, you will only be parked for the show for a couple of hours so there is probably little need for a canopy.
Will there be signs for me to put in my car window?
Yes, we are going to provide a window sign for you to put on your front window. It will have your car number on it so people can use it to vote for their favorite car. We encourage you to have additional information about your car displayed so people can learn more about you and your car.
Can I bring things to sell or trade?
Yes, we hope you do. There will not be separate area for a swap meet, but if you want to lay out a tarp by your car and offer up things to sell that would be awesome, especially if they are Micro/Mini Car related items.
Will we be able to give rides at the show?
Currently, we do not have plans to have a formal offering of rides to both fellow exhibitors and the general public on Saturday. We may have to do this on an informal basis which will be up to the individual car owners.
What about food at the show?
Since you will be moving between the various Museums there will be opportunities for you to stop and grab a bit e along the way.
Are there rest rooms at the venues?
Yes, You will be able to use the rest rooms at the museums on Saturday.
Booze?
Sorry, we discourage the drinking of alcohol during these events. Remember you are driving your favorite cars and you don't want anything to happen to them.
Are you doing anything special for the kids and grandkids?
We are planning on having some folding Microcars for the kids available at the First Friday and Car and coffee events..
Are you awarding trophies?
Since we aren't going to have our own separate car show we are not going to be awarding trophies this year.
Is there going to be a dash plaque for those who attend?
Instead of a dash plaque, we are planning on giving out a window sticker to every car that registers. Most of our cars don’t have any room on our dash for a plaque.
Do you need volunteers to help out?
Yes, we anticipate and would appreciate having people volunteer to help us out. We will need some help at the registration desk, help with insuring that cars are parked safely around the grounds and help cleaning up. Please contact Jim Golomb at jdgolomb@aol.com if you want to help.
What is a Micro car and a Mini car?
We are not going to get hung up on definitions of Micro and Mini cars. We want to be as inclusive as possible and hope you bring your car. Is the Meet in the Middle sponsored by the Micro/Mini Car Club? The MMCC is currently not operating and the Meet in the Middle is my private effort to keep interest in Micro and Mini Cars alive and active. I was one of the founding members of the MMCC and volunteered as the Events Manager. The Meet in the Middle is not an official club event but has the full and complete support of the MMCC.
Do you have a social media presence?
Yes, we do. We are on Facebook, please check us out by going to www.facebook.com/microcarmeets.
I am flying in for the Meet. What are the closest airports to the Meet in the Middle?
The closest major airport is Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). It is about 50 miles for the Stahls Museum.(An hour's drive)
If I have any questions, who should I call or contact?
Please call me, Jim Golomb. My cell number is 224-628-1657. My e-mail address is jdgolomb@aol.com.