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C7 STINGRAY DESIGNER KIRK BENNION TO LEAD STYLE & DESIGN TALK ABOUT THE LATEST CORVETTE

60th Anniversary Corvette Celebration at the Petersen Automotive Museum includes rare prototypes, seminars, a car show and a gala dinner featuring LAWREY'S STEAKHOUSE great food. Feature speaker Kirk Bennion, the Exterior Design Manager of the Corvette C7 Stingray will show on large screen TV the new C-7 and discuss the C7’s radical departure in style from previous generations, allowing industry experts and enthusiasts alike the rare opportunity to gain insight into the design process and ask questions about one of the most anticipated new vehicle debuts in recent memory.

Other highlights include the Corvette Car Day Show with over 500 of our cars from 1953 thru 2013, The rarest examples of each generation and some of the features are:

*1953 EX-122: the first Corvette shown to the General Public
*1956 SR2: an experimental race car
*1959 Corvette Italia by Scaglietti: an Italian bodied masterpiece rendered in aluminum that was presented to Chevrolet as the first COBRA by CARROLL SHELBY and rejected.
*1960 CERV I: the first mid-engine prototype
*1964 “World’s Fair” Corvette: customized by GM for the New York World’s Fair
*1963 Grand Sport #GS-002, 1 of 5, the ''REAL DEAL''
*1968 “Sundowner” Bonneville Racer: driven by many famous racers.

And many other special Corvettes from the last 60 years.

The CORVETTE VALUE SEMINAR on Friday, March 1 at 10:30 AM will investigate what vintage Corvettes are worth in today’s market and how the vehicle will perform as an investment. Speakers include Rob Sass, from Hagery Collector Car Insurance, Mike Yager, Founder of Mid America Motorworks, “Corvette Mike” Vietro, and John Kraman, Consignment Director for Mecum Collector Car Auctions.

The Racing Panel Discussion at 2:00PM, Friday, March 1, will discuss the car’s illustrious motorsports history and will feature several iconic figures from Corvette racing history including drivers Dick Guldstrand, Joe Freitas, Doug Hooper, Bill Krause and Paul Reinhart. Doug Fehan, from the current C6R race team will also be a feature speaker. Doug is bringing a few surprises to event. Don't miss this panel of experts.

The Corvette Restoration Seminar on Saturday, March 2 at 10:30 AM will cover restoration tips and techniques from Jeff Reade, NCRS and BLOOMINGTON GOLD MASTER judge and Owner of American Motoring Memories in Culver City, California and NCRS and BLOOMINGTON GOLD MASTER judges and restorers Ken and Gary Nabers of Nabers Motors in Houston, Texas.

All three of these gentlemen are regarded as among the best of the best in the USA for BODY OFF FRAME restorations and knowledge of the 1953-72 Corvettes.
SEE FOR REGISTRATION DETAILS.

http://www.petersen.org/visit/museum...niversary-2013

Michael A

Sounds like a nice talk, but it doesn't sound like the actual C7 will be there.

Michael

Duntov 54

I'm the chair of the show a C7 will be there!

eurotrashkicker

Thanks for the Info, I live in Santa Monica, I'll be there.

saalugo

I'm stationed at Edwards AFB and I'll be there.

CF Editor

We just got confirmation from GM: the C7 prototype is being shipped to LA's Petersen Automotive Museum for its official West Coast debut. As you'd expect, there are going to be some amazing historic machines—the oldest Vette, Zora's personal '63 Grand Sport—and some big names on hand for the event.

Corvette’s Racing honcho Doug Fehan and driver Tommy Millner attend a gala dinner, where C7 lead designer Kirk Binnion will take questions from the audience.

Obviously, Corvette Forum will be covering the event, but if you're anywhere near Los Angeles, this is something you'll want to check out. But for now, check out the these links and read the full press release below.


• Info page

• Tickets page


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BREAKING NEWS:
2014 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY TO MAKE WEST COAST DEBUT AT THE PETERSEN AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM

The newest Corvette will be introduced to the west coast at the 60th Anniversary Corvette Celebration, which is open to the public. The Stingray will be on display at the gala dinner, which will also feature a presentation and Q&A session by Corvette’s lead exterior designer.

Los Angeles, Calif. (Feb., 2013)— The Petersen Automotive Museum will celebrate the 60th anniversary of “America’s Sports Car,” the Chevrolet Corvette, with an unforgettable tribute March 1-2, 2013. The most anticipated and significant event of the weekend is the 60th Anniversary Gala featuring speaker Kirk Bennion, the Exterior Design Manager of the Corvette C7 Stingray and the west coast unveiling of the vehicle. Bennion will discuss how the Stingray breaks from tradition, allowing industry experts and enthusiasts alike the rare opportunity to gain insight into the design process and ask questions about one of the most anticipated new vehicle debuts in recent memory. The Stingray will be unveiled at the gala dinner with Bennion, and will also be on display for Saturday’s festivities.

Other highlights include the Corvette Car Day Show, an exhibit inside the museum featuring the rarest examples of each generation including the very first Corvette “EX-122” which debuted at the GM Motorama in 1953 and a series of educational panels featuring Corvette legends and industry experts. More information below:

The Corvette Car Day Show on Saturday, March 2 from 9a.m. to 4p.m. is free to spectators. The cost for participants is $60 per car and includes two free museum admissions, free parking, a goodie bag and a limited edition medallion created by Mid America Motorworks to commemorate the event.

The Petersen will host three panels throughout two days, each with a cost of $25:

• The Corvette Values Seminar on Friday, March 1 at 10:30a.m will investigate what Corvettes are worth in today’s market and how the vehicle will perform as an investment. Speakers include Rob Sass, from Hagerty Collector Car Insurance, Mike Yager, Founder of Mid America Motorworks, “Corvette Mike” Vietro, and John Kraman, Consignment Director for Mecum Collector Car Auctions.
• The Racing Panel Discussion at 2:00p.m, Friday, March 1, will discuss the car’s illustrious motorsports history and will feature several iconic figures from Corvette racing history including drivers Dick Guldstrand, Doug Hooper, Bill Krause and Paul Reinhart.
• The Corvette Restoration Seminar on Saturday, March 2 at 10:30 a.m. will cover restoration tips and techniques from Jeff Reade, NCRS judge and Owner of American Motoring Memories and NCRS judges and restorers Ken and Gary Nabers of Nabers Motors.

The 60th Anniversary Gala is Friday, March 1 at 6:00p.m. For $125 per person, attendees will enjoy cocktails, dinner with a live memorabilia auction and a panel discussion with figures throughout Corvette history and all walks of life answering the question, “What does the Corvette mean to you?” in addition to the presentation by Kirk Binnion on the new Corvette. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the new Stingray up close. The event will be moderated by Bill Stephens, a popular TV personality. Other speakers include Mike Yager, Founder of Mid America Motorsports, well-known tuner Reeves Callaway, Randy Leffingwell, author, Art Spong, Group Brand Manager for Brand Quality for GM Performance Cars and Corvette and Ken Kayser, a Chevrolet Manufacturing Engineering Manager at GM Powertrain, with more speakers to be announced.

In addition to the events, a special Corvette exhibit showcasing Corvettes from every generation, along with significant vehicles from history will be on display from February 27 through March 31. Notable Corvettes include:

• 1953 EX-122: the first Corvette shown to the public
• 1956 SR2: an experimental race car
• 1959 Corvette Italia by Scaglietti: an Italian bodied masterpiece rendered in aluminum
• 1960 CERV I: the first mid-engine prototype
• 1964 “World’s Fair” Corvette: customized by GM for the New York World’s Fair
• 1963 Grand Sport and a 1968 “Sundowner” Bonneville Racer: driven by many famous racers including Dick Doane, John Mecom, Alan Sevadjian, Auggie Pabst, Jim Hall, A.J. Foyt and John Cannon

Event sponsors include Mid America Motorworks, Hagerty Collector Car Insurance, Corvette Mike, Intercity Lines and Fender Guitar. Proceeds from the Corvette Anniversary activities will go toward supporting the Petersen Automotive Museum’s educational programming.
Register your Corvette or buy tickets online at www.CorvetteDay.org or call 323-964-6325. Some events have limited availability and will sell out.

The Petersen Automotive Museum Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution. The Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard (at Fairfax) in Los Angeles, California 90036. Admission prices are $12 for general admission adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for students with ID, $3 for children ages 5 to 12. Museum members, active military with ID and children under five are admitted free. Vault tours are available for an additional $25, and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes and $2.00 each additional 30 minutes. One hour validation with purchase of $20 or more in the Museum Store or Johnny Rockets located in the museum lobby. Museum hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 6pm. For general Museum information, call 323/930-CARS or visit the Museum’s Web site at: www.petersen.org.

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b1ind

Which ticket do we need to buy to see the c7? Seems like it'll be debuting at the Gala - so if I'm not mistaken, it'll only be available to view at the Gala and afterwards?

Duntov 54

General admission will get you in to see the C7

b1ind

Awesome, I'll be there March 1st!

Duntov 54

The C7 debuts at the evening Gala. If you are not planning to attend the Gala you won't be able to see it until Sat, the day of the show for general admission.

Hirohawa

DO you know what color it will be?

Duntov 54

I don't know, we are just happy to have it at our event

Hirohawa

I can't tell you how happy I am that the C7 is going to be there. I was going to go anyway with my dad but now it will be extra special.

Thanks

grandsport4me1963

How's ticket sales going? I called listed number on flyer and left message today but haven't heard back yet. We're thinking about coming down from Seattle.

Duntov 54

Ticket sales are going very well. If you plan on attending the Gala Friday evening I suggest you get them ASAP it will sell out soon

grandsport4me1963

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Originally Posted by Duntov 54

Ticket sales are going very well. If you plan on attending the Gala Friday evening I suggest you get them ASAP it will sell out soon

Done. Should be a good time.

b1ind

Will the car still be there tomorrow? (wishful thinking)