ZR-1/C4 Gathering Event Registration Open

You can now register online for the ZR-1/C4 Gathering at: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/registration/gathering/info.shtml

The 15th Anniversary of the production of the ZR-1 Corvette and recognition of the 10th Anniversary of the end of production is one of the key focuses for this year’s Gathering event scheduled for May 12-14, 2005. A special reunion of LT5 Project Team Members of “Mercruiser” are slated guests at the event and will present historical seminars and tech sessions. Drag racing, autocross, banquet and auction, roads tours and much more are planned. All pre-registered guests will receive an event dash plaque and personalized commemorative event badge. All Corvette enthusiasts are invited to attend!


“Building the 4th Generation Corvette” Video Available

We have a limited number of "Building the 4th Generation Corvette" videos still available for a $50 donation to the Building Campaign. This 1983 film introduces the 1984 Corvette and follows Motor Trend Magazine's editors while they perform extensive testing of the car's handling, acceleration and braking. In this 33-minute film, Chevrolet executives and engineers explain the many revolutionary design and performance options that are introduced. The program also features vehicle assembly footage shot at the Corvette Assembly Plant. Make your donation online at: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/donations/project9.shtml


Battery Powered Corvettes and More in the Corvette Store

New this week in the Corvette Store - A battery powered Corvette for the young Corvette enthusiast on your list. Constructed of quality plastic, the “little red Corvette” holds two children (maximum of 130 pounds) and has a 12 volt rechargeable battery, a top speed of 5 mph, turn signals, taillights and more. 50th Anniversary wallpaper border, a C5 “titanium look” watch and much more are newly stocked items. Order your merchandise online at: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/store or call (800) 53-VETTE.


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Submitted by Bobbie Jo Lee, National Corvette Museum Communications, who can be reached at bobbiejo@corvettemuseum.com or visited on the web at http://www.corvettemuseum.com.


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