How to get into a magazine?
11-05-2011, 08:33 AM
#14
2nd Gear Member
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: MD
Posts: 445
This is one of those things, "If you have to ask, it's not likely to happen." We had this discussion w/ some guys from Diesel Power a few years ago at an event. They are looking for something that hasn't been seen before. A pioneer in the community. Now, sometimes the mags do something like a "Daily Drivers" story, but usually it's the same guys or shops getting the stories about their cars/trucks. Knowing someone at the magazine is key. There is NOTHING wrong w/ being in the 'readers rides' section.
Being the first guy to try something that works is definately the easiest way. "Muscle Mustangs Editor, I just installed a 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel into my 2012 Mustang GT. It dynoed at 1200hp and 2000ft/lbs!!! Runs 8 sec 1/4 miles and gets 40mpg!!!! Here are pics. I also did some tastefull body/suspension/interior mods. Cost me $50k and took me 2 years. My car is awesome." (Purely an example....but THAT will get you into a magazine!)
Actually....that example gives me an idea.........anyone willing to 'lend' me $75k???????!!!!!!
Being the first guy to try something that works is definately the easiest way. "Muscle Mustangs Editor, I just installed a 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel into my 2012 Mustang GT. It dynoed at 1200hp and 2000ft/lbs!!! Runs 8 sec 1/4 miles and gets 40mpg!!!! Here are pics. I also did some tastefull body/suspension/interior mods. Cost me $50k and took me 2 years. My car is awesome." (Purely an example....but THAT will get you into a magazine!)
Actually....that example gives me an idea.........anyone willing to 'lend' me $75k???????!!!!!!
11-07-2011, 05:37 PM
#15
This is one of those things, "If you have to ask, it's not likely to happen." We had this discussion w/ some guys from Diesel Power a few years ago at an event. They are looking for something that hasn't been seen before. A pioneer in the community. Now, sometimes the mags do something like a "Daily Drivers" story, but usually it's the same guys or shops getting the stories about their cars/trucks. Knowing someone at the magazine is key. There is NOTHING wrong w/ being in the 'readers rides' section.
Being the first guy to try something that works is definately the easiest way. "Muscle Mustangs Editor, I just installed a 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel into my 2012 Mustang GT. It dynoed at 1200hp and 2000ft/lbs!!! Runs 8 sec 1/4 miles and gets 40mpg!!!! Here are pics. I also did some tastefull body/suspension/interior mods. Cost me $50k and took me 2 years. My car is awesome." (Purely an example....but THAT will get you into a magazine!)
Actually....that example gives me an idea.........anyone willing to 'lend' me $75k???????!!!!!!
Being the first guy to try something that works is definately the easiest way. "Muscle Mustangs Editor, I just installed a 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel into my 2012 Mustang GT. It dynoed at 1200hp and 2000ft/lbs!!! Runs 8 sec 1/4 miles and gets 40mpg!!!! Here are pics. I also did some tastefull body/suspension/interior mods. Cost me $50k and took me 2 years. My car is awesome." (Purely an example....but THAT will get you into a magazine!)
Actually....that example gives me an idea.........anyone willing to 'lend' me $75k???????!!!!!!
I don't completely disagree with your first statement... but sometimes it helps to bring your car to our attention. I spend about six hours a day on the forums and I still get surprised by a car every now and then.
I do agree with the rest of what you said though. There are A LOT of nice Mustangs out there. I'm usually looking for something that has a good story behind it.
11-16-2011, 08:22 AM
#19
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: NJ
Posts: 10
My SVO was in a couple of mags including MMFF last year. I would recommend attending as many major shows and events as you can in your area. Editors and freelance photographers frequently attend these shows and are always looking for new material. As others said it helps to have some a little different and of course a very clean car inside and out.
