Topic: NCM eNews - October 12, 2005
in Forum: National Corvette Museum
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2006 Monterey Red Coupe Raffle - Limited to only 500 Tickets! Corvette's newest addition |
Michael and his wife are Lifetime Members of the Museum and were part of the Museum’s grand opening and 10th Anniversary Celebration activities. Like most raffle winners, Michael was totally in shock when the call was made to notify him of his win. “I was in my 04 Corvette when I got the call and as soon as I could get home I looked on the website to see if I could see the car itself and I saw my name on the winner's page. This is fantastic!” We will be drawing our next excited raffle winner this Saturday, October 15 as part of the C3 Extravaganza event banquet. This raffle is sold-out and only 500 tickets were made available. We will announce the winner and post the details to our website following the drawing. Good luck to everyone who purchased a ticket! Visit our “raffle winner” page here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/raffle_winners/index.shtml Win a 2006 Z06 and build it your way! A limited number of tickets are available on a “Build Your Own” Z06 to be given away on January 31. This raffle is limited to only 500 tickets to be sold and the winner can “build it” their way choosing from current model year colors and options. Find out more about purchasing a ticket here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/raffle/index.shtml 2006 Corvette Z06 named the “Best Bang for the Buck”
Available on newsstands now, the edition introduces seven "Best" Awards for the sexiest and most desirable exotic cars for 2006. The issue describes the Corvette Z06, which will achieve 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds while still in first gear, as “the hottest sports car of 2006 with its 7-liter V8 that delivers more than 500 hp and a top speed of 198 mph—all for just $65,800. With its carbon-fiber fenders and outrageous 10-spoke alloy wheels, the Z06 is the excitement bargain of the century.” We reviewed the latest exotics from A to Z and feel that the awarded models combine the very best in technology, performance and handling, with the ultimate in styling and luxury," says Tom duPont, Publisher of the duPont REGISTRY(TM) Exotic Car Buyers Guide. "Today's market for exotics continues to expand as manufacturers answer enthusiasts' demands for horsepower, cutting-edge innovation and dramatic designs. The awarded cars pace the market as the pinnacle of today's super cars." C3 Extravaganza Festivities Begin The event features road tours, seminars, drag racing, excursions to area attractions and so much more. All automotive enthusiasts are invited and you can be a part of the fun by registering upon arrival. Planning is underway now for the 2006 event season – so make plans to join us. View the C3 Extravaganza event agenda here: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/registration/c3/agenda.shtml ALMS Season Finale to Determine Corvette Racing Champions The four-hour season finale of the American Le Mans Series will decide the title in favor of Oliver Gavin and Olivier Beretta, co-drivers of the No. 4 Compuware Corvette C6.R, or Ron Fellows and Johnny O'Connell, their teammates in the No. 3 Compuware Corvette C6.R. Laguna Seca's Turn 8, a.k.a. "The Corkscrew," is the track's signature corner. The blind roller coaster curve demands a leap of faith by drivers as they hurtle over the summit. "The first time you go through the Corkscrew is an experience you always remember," said O'Connell. "You have to know where your car is pointed because as you turn, you don't see anything but sky. It's challenging, but once you get the feel for it, it is a very fun corner." Corvette Racing has scored eight straight wins in ALMS competition, a streak that began at Road Atlanta in April. The No. 4 Compuware Corvette C6.R has five victories and the No. 3 Compuware Corvette C6.R has three wins. Cheer on the Corvette Race Team and be a part of the Corvette Corral hosted by the NCM, Western States Corvette Council (WSCC) and Chevrolet – meet and greet with NCM Executive Director, Wendell Strode who will be a part of the corral activities. The Monterey Sports Car Championships, the final round of the 10-race 2005 American Le Mans Series, is scheduled to start at 3:15 p.m. PDT on Saturday, Oct. 15, at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, Calif. The race will be televised on SPEED Channel on Sunday, Oct. 16, at 3 p.m. EDT. For the complete release and other exciting Corvette Racing news visit: www.corvetteracing.com Holiday Shopping Ideas It’s not too early to start thinking about the holiday season and where to find unique and one-of-a-kind gifts for the Corvette enthusiast in your life. The Corvette Store is filled with special gifts like Corvette checkbook covers, “all season” car covers, jewelry selections for men and women, model cars, toys and apparel for youngsters and so much more! For a limited time, orders of $100 or more can be shipped “free” – excluding next day air delivery, international and oversized packages. If you are looking for a gift that truly lasts, make a membership to the Museum or brick in our walk of fame part of this year’s extraordinary ideas! Browse and shop online at: http://store.corvettemuseum.com |
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The duPont REGISTRY(TM) Exotic Car Buyers Guide 2006 has named the 505-hp Corvette Z06 the “Best Bang for the Buck” in its annual special issue that is focused on exotic vehicles from the top manufacturers in the world. 
Jim Olson 
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