Since I myself had some trouble finding it on the Nascar site, I decided to post a transcript of the chat session. Paul did not attend, so Gene did it all for approx. 30 min.

November 9, 2001
11:06 AM EST (1606 GMT)
[NASCAR_Host3] Welcome to NASCAR.com's chat with Gene Simmons of KISS!

[Gene_Simmons] Hello everybody. It is an honor to be here. I am looking forward to seeing all your faces at the Busch and Winston Cup races Saturday and Sunday. I am very excited! I am sure you are, too. Also, and let me add personally it is an honor to have Sterling Marlin driving the KISS car. May the best man win!

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [RoryGentry] What made you guys decide to sponsor a Winston Cup car? Any plans of doing this again for the Indy 500, or other race events?

[Gene_Simmons] We would love to be involved with the Indy 500 and it is simply a matter of the politics behind the scenes. We decided to get involved with NASCAR because NASCAR is the home of champions.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [MichaelNYC] Hi! Are there plans for co-branding KISS with any other non music-related entities, similar to NASCAR?

[Gene_Simmons] Thank you for the question. Yes. There are so many other co-brandings coming up that it would make your head spin, including KISS Kondoms.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Kissed] GENE: Will you be coming out to Australia to promote your book? If so, when?

[Gene_Simmons] Thank you. "KISS and Makeup" is coming out December the 11th from Crown Books and I would love to go to Australia, but no plans yet.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Go Ryan Go] Hey Gene, have a great time at Homestead! I cannot wait to read the book. Rock & Roll all weekend and be safe.

[Gene_Simmons] Thanks for the good wishes. Obviously, everyone be safe.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [DaleJrFanRI ] Hello Gene, when will the Farewell Tour resume? I have attended two of the concerts so far and I would LOVE to be at the last one. Can you give me any hints as to when/where it will be?

[Gene_Simmons] Now is not a good time to travel internationally, so KISS is taking a year off. We have yet to play South America, Europe, Asia and Africa and are looking forward to doing so sometime in the future.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [ericcarr] GENE: Will you or Paul be doing any other in-store appearances for the new box set besides California?

[Gene_Simmons] I don't know anything more than you do. I just work here.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [kissmepleaze] Gene, I've seen the KISS brand on a lot of products. Are there any endorsements that you wish you had not made? And, what is the strangest product you had to turn down?

[Gene_Simmons] We are proud of every endorsement, and we have turned down cigarettes and hard liquor and will continue to turn that down.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Brack17] Gene, congratulations on being the HOTTEST BAND IN THE LAND!!! It's great that you are getting into NASCAR and being idolized on Sterling's car. He is a great driver. Have you ever attended a race before or is this the first for you?

[Gene_Simmons] This is going to be my first time and both Paul and I are looking forward to seeing you all out there.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [LadyinWaiting] Hey Gene, ever considered having a benefit dinner with your number one fans? I would LOVE to buy a meal ticket for the night just to finally meet you guys. No stage performance, no pressure on y'all, just good company and good conversation.

[Gene_Simmons] Do you have a pretty sister?

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [almosthuman] Gene, are there any plans for a KISS biography giving the dirt/goods on the band with input from all of you? I know there was KISStory 1 & 2, but I mean more like a novel type book.

[Gene_Simmons] You may want to pick up "KISS and Makeup," which you can preorder by logging on to KISSOnline.com.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Starsinmyeyes] Hi Gene, I wanted to express my deepest gratitude to you for all the years of entertainment you have given us. My question is: Musically, have you accomplished all that you've ever wanted to and can we expect to see you recording and performing in the future on solo projects?

[Gene_Simmons] Thank you. The box set, which is the mother of all box sets, is coming November 20th. Again, you can preorder at KISSOnline.com. As for more recording, we will have to wait and see.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Nitestarr] Gene, regarding the new animated series, are you guys going to be doing the voices?

[Gene_Simmons] KISS and Mainframe are doing a joint venture, KISS Superhero CGI show. This means it will not be animated. It will be all computerized and state-of-the-art. That should be forthcoming within the year.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Hotstuff7] What's the craziest thing a fan has ever done for you?

[Gene_Simmons] Serviced me. God Bless America.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Cold Gin] I was in Australia recently and was amazed by the amount of fans and merchandise over there. I picked up a number of KISS collectibles I've never seen here in the States.

[Gene_Simmons] Please reach me through KISSOnline.com. I would be curious what those KISS collectibles actually were. I collect KISS, you see.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Brad34] Hello Gene, with all of the concert footage that you have available, will you ever release complete concerts on video and DVD from past years? Thanks for the great memories and music!

[Gene_Simmons] Yes, lots of stuff coming, all in due time.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [onecowboytoo] What do you think of file sharing services such as Napster and Morpheus?

[Gene_Simmons] I am not a fan (nor is the United States government) of an artist's work being downloaded, copied, or in any sold without the artist's permission.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Rich Toland-] Hi Gene, as a longtime KISS fan I'm familiar with your relationships with professional sports. Are you a sports fan yourself? If so, what sports?

[Gene_Simmons] Indoor.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [GenesDream] Congratulations on your new endeavors with NASCAR. With the notoriety you receive in the Rock and Roll world and the other areas of the entertainment business, how do you feel your involvement with NASCAR and the fan base for that organization will be received and are you looking to acquire a new, untapped fan base?

[Gene_Simmons] Quite honestly you have thought this out much deeper than I have. I am just happy I don't have to work for a living, thanks to you!

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [lhw] Gene, will you get to take a ride in the KISS Kar? Maybe drive?

[Gene_Simmons] Boy would I love that.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Paul J Hawkins Jr] Hello Gene! How did you go about choosing a car to sponsor?

[Gene_Simmons] Like all great things, it happened naturally, right place, right time, right people. NASCAR, KISS and Sterling Marlin sounds good to me.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [kisskrazed] Gene, how involved were you with Action Performance on designing the die-cast?

[Gene_Simmons] I wish I could say I was involved even in washing the car, but I was not, sadly.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [Username] Hello Gene! I've been a fan since the mid-70's and loved every minute of it! I was wondering what other ventures you are involved in lately such as TV and movies? Can't wait to read the book! Is there a book signing scheduled for Arizona? Take Care!

[Gene_Simmons] If you want to find out everything about KISS, you can log on to KISSOnline.com. If you want to find out what I am doing outside of KISS, you can get the low down at GeneSimmons.com.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [budfanatic8] Gene, was your collection of pictures ever returned to you after being stolen?

[Gene_Simmons] The answer is no. The pictures you are referring to are some of the beautiful women that have graced my life, but it was only that week's worth, so thank goodness. I have wonderful pictures of almost all of the beautiful ladies who have made every day of my life above ground a good day.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [BRIANMAY] Have you ever worked with Queen or some of the members of the group?

[Gene_Simmons] No.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [hartigan] Gene, what is your favorite CD, currently?

[Gene_Simmons] I suggest you pick up the Patsy Cline box set or the newest Kid Rock, "Cocky."

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [barrman1] Hey Gene, I have been a huge KISS fan for a while. I want to know who has been the biggest influence on your career?

[Gene_Simmons] My mom. I know that sounds like a funny answer, but the god's honest truth is she has influenced me more than any other human being.

[NASCAR_Host3] Question from: [jimkiss] I've been a big fan since '75 and I was just wondering how you decided to go on Politically Incorrect. How did that come about? By the way, you did a great job. I think you made the most sense out of everyone.

[Gene_Simmons] Thank you for the kind words. Politically Incorrect called me.

[NASCAR_Host3] Gene, thank you! That's all the time we have this evening. Do you have any final thoughts?

[Gene_Simmons] On a final note, I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for making all of our dreams come true. I look forward to seeing you all at NASCAR.