H2 as rolling billboard

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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Andy C:
It was a 50k equipment deal.

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That's awesome! Very nice.
Just curious - how would someone know what type of security you offer? What I mean is seeing the name of your company on the H2 I would assume you are just another Viper dealer/installer and move on. What prompts people to contact you? Not at all trying to bust your chops or anything - just wondering and gathering info to help in marketing my business.

[MAC]

Gamestop

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<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by TonkaH2:
I've got the magnets on my doors, and here in the midwest, the reaction is unbelievably positive.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks for that, I'm considering the magnetic signs but really like the look of the vinyl better... all though it would be easy to get carried away... not that this one is really over the top - I've seen some of these vehicle wraps that were just outrageous!



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In fact, it convinced my nephew to get one to advertise his pub in Ohio -huge response. Best advertising vehicle money can buy, plus a $30K write off.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well, actually, the write-off now is whatever you pay for the vehicle - up to $100K.

[TheGoodHummerMan]

Spidey,

You are helping to restore my faith in humanity.

That's a great thing to do!

Ed

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PS: I'm also interested in hearing of any negative reactions - anyone think that you are making too much money? Charging them too much for your services?
I'm a little sensitive on this score as I worked with someone years ago who wore a wore a watch that cost more than many people's cars, about 3K in other jewelry, and drove a very expensive car. I know that people are impressed by success - but they also don't like having their nose rubbed in how much you are making. This guy lost a client who was deeply offended by the display of wealth and I know that because the guy told him to his face - and I wonder if there may have been others who never said anything but never called again.
Anyway, just spitballing, trying to make a business case for advertising on this bad boy...

[blg615]

I believe that the advertising angle can work positively or negatively, depending on how its done. You've got to consider it from the public's perception when they see a H2 with full wrap avertisement versus a H2 with some cool advertising graphics in the back and side rear windows.
Around our town, we generally say something like " look at that idiot in the H2 decorated like a pepporoni pizza" or, "or there's that fool with the H2 that looks like a steak on a grill".
This is compared to what we say about the other types of H2 advertising, eg. " there goes the cool H2 that belongs to the guy that owns his own company" (security company) or (custom accessories company), (etc)

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Here's a wrapped H2 that will be heading for CES in January.

[Spidey]

SORRY.... Graphics still look better in the windows.

[Andy C]

The single largest deal I have ever made was due to my H2 - parked out front of a bar in Miami during the boat show - some guy walked up to me - asked me about the car - asked me about the company logo. I had some equipment in the back - did a demo right there in the street and he ordered a lot of equipment for his places in the US Virgin Islands.

03 Lux, Manik Racks, and yes I bought "The Yellow One"

[tanklizard]

Here it is with new, more agressive tires:




It's literally a trailer queen. I see it all the time sitting on it's trailer over at the recruitment HQ. They haul it around with a brand new Excursion. I wish we had that kind of money in my office .

[Spidey]

Quote "Spidey, give the kid a 5 minute test drive before he gets to drive in front of his friends or any crowd. Dangerous things can happen when an excited kid drives a huge truck in front of his equally excited date and friends. None of us drive too well when showing off, wave and laugh at the same time."

Duly noted. Sound advice Mac. I remember in school 2 of my buddies were showing off to the Ladies from a distance in a Parking lot doing doughnuts, power braking etc. They then came closer to the crowd into a newer parking lot and stopped to chat for a bit. When they went to leave he once again began power braking, smoke was everyway. We were all caught in the moment watching, He then let go of the brake and went straight into a light pole in the lot. Passengers head went through windshield. No one seriously hurt, car written off and honestly funny as hell but Could have been fatal. They were lucky only their ego's hurt. Dad wasn't too pleased about his car either.

[ROCKN\'FJ]

Steve R <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Where was your purple-flame buddy this last weekend??<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

His H2 will only see dirt if I'm driving by and one of my Swampers throws a chunk of terra-not-so-firma from the tread! (Hopefully on his hood.)

Follow meeeeeeeeeeee!

[Spidey]

Quote "PS: I'm also interested in hearing of any negative reactions - anyone think that you are making too much money? Charging them too much for your services?"

There has been that type reaction the odd time where walls do seem to go up. I simply tell them that "hey I don't charge any more then then the other guy" and usually win them back when they see my enthusiasm and passion about my H2 and not a conceited arrogant nature towards in. I give their kids a ride in it etc. I have found the complete opposite to your last post. An awesome conversation piece.

[DRTYFN]

Everyone is getting so sensitive lately. When BadRap said he didn't care for the rolling billboard it wasn't an attack, he was just expressing his opinion.
Tanklizard, as a newbie, might I suggest you take a moment to assess the tone of the forum and try to get a general feel for some of the members' personalities, sort of a recon mission. If you want to see someone get jumped watch when Chris opens his pie-hole. It's always entertaining.
As for your pics, Thanks. It's awlays interesting to see what else is out in the world- good, bad & indifferent.
Welcome & enjoy.

[Hummer Man]

AWSOME - GREAT GRAPHICS!

[TheGoodHummerMan]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by maybe some day...:
"although it would be easy to get carried away... not that this one is really over the top"<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Wow... if that isn't over the top, it surely is near the peak! The word "hideous" pops to mind...

Makes me wonder what the clothing line looks like... Gutter clothing? Sounds appealing.

Ed

[BADRAP]

THOSE ALL LOOK SILLY, IT DEGRADES THE HUMMER NAME...

[Spidey]

Wider view shot. I have had such a great response I've ordered the rear window as well. The only negative is that you have to watch how you conduct myself on the road because of the fact you are a walking billboard. No more nose pickin, speeding or road rage.

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Saw this one on Ebay today - now THIS is over the top! Oh well, peel the wrap off it and you'd have a perfectly nice yellow H2!

[BADRAP]

Man Tank don't take it so personal..
I was not specifically talking about yours, sorry you have a guilty conscience. I just do not feel that an H2 as a billboard is not a good idea... I think that they are tacky looking, and yes I have an H2 and I have no advertising on it at all...