Car Bashing Fundraiser?

[RudimentaryPeni]

Thats guiness... it could be a liability but just put PARTICIPATE AT OWN RISK. I think the onlyway some one could get hurt anyways is if he hits someone with the bat or something, because if the cars windows are tempered they just form into beads or smooth edges.

[Ryan F.]

Interesting idea. Actually, the elementary school a couple blocks away from me does this every year for their carnival. Makes you think about the liablility thing.

[MikeDubreuil]

Originally Posted by RudimentaryPeni

Thats guiness... it could be a liability but just put PARTICIPATE AT OWN RISK.

The problem is that that only works for consenting adults over 18. If you are under 18 then the establishment is required to provide a reasonable measure of safety.

I would consider swinging a large hammer around with the intention of having a metal to metal high force impact to be dangerous. I'm sure the team will go above and beyond to protect the safety of the participant. However, even bungie jumping companies go to great lengths to ensure your safety... but you don't see anyone jumping without signing first.

[mtrawls]

Originally Posted by MikeDubreuil

The problem is that that only works for consenting adults over 18. If you are under 18 then the establishment is required to provide a reasonable measure of safety.

Just to press a point ... even if you are over 18, "the establishment is required to provide a reasonable measure of safety." (Granted what's reasonable for a 10 year old is vastly different than for a 40 year old.) Afterall, I can't come up with a business (or really bizarre fundraiser) where I give you a half-loaded gun and you get one shot at your head to test your luck. Even if I get you to sign your soul away, I'd still be responsible for what would have to be called gross negligence. Contracts can only cover so much ...

[DCA Fan]

Hmm....ok I'm seriously thinking about doing this to attract money and new members....thanks for the idea

[UCGL_Guy]

We just did this with a smooth 86 Pontiac - drivable condition (several students wanted to trade their cars for it). would have made around $350 for about 3 hours of bashing except for a ticket discrepancy. If you decide to do it - have plenty of adults and students to help - we left the glass in - aucitoning off the first hits would be a great way to help generate excitement and more funds -
Safety glasses and gloves a must - no open toed shoes and anyone under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
a parking lot or street that can be swept would be the best place for something like this
If I can find pics I'll post sometime

[Kris Verdeyen]

You can save money and time by just using whatever car happens to be parked closest to the stadium. Then you just need a sledgehammer and a disguise.

[Bcahn836]

I just sold my 1988 oldsmobile to a junkyard for $200, It was getting down to its final days and was ready to expire, besides i got hit in the passenger side door a few months ago.
But if you get an oldsmobile you can bash that car for hours, because it is solid steel, and you would be able to raise more money, additionally after you get done with the car sell it to a junkyard or whats left of it. LOL