Mike, first..looks like a really neat car, with all of the B/M goodies.
I will try an answer your questions, if I miss something, feel free to ask.
The Annual Supercar Reunion has no deadline for entry. As we get closer, we will have a "scheduled to attend" thread, but that is not etched in concrete, just a way to give folks an idea of what is coming. If you do decide to attend SCR12 (this year), we would love to know in advance, but not required. One of the neat things about the reunion is there are always a few surprises show up.
It is an open show. However, as they have done with you, members will extend an invitation to new comers, inviting them to attend the SCR, and other sYc events. Our goal with the SCR is to treat everyone the same, each paying the same entry fee and no judging, with everyone receiving the same participation award. The SCR is about hanging out friends, meeting new ones, and enjoying some of the rarest, and coolest cars in the world.
You speak of imposters, yes, we have fell victim to that. As in life, you live and learn, but in the long one, once is became apparent they were a fraud, they became the big loser. They may get their two minutes of fame, but they then become outcasts in the hobby.
Keep posting pictures, and I hope you can join us Labor Day 2009 in Collinsville.
BTW, your car would sure look neat lined up nest to other B/M cars at the track.