‘09 Show Awards for ProTeam • 52 Awards in ‘09

Written by Waisner on January 4th, 2010

This is an impressive list from a most impressive collection:
April 2-4, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1969 L88 Green • Chapter
April 23-25, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1981 VIN #72 • Regional
April 23-25, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1969 L88 Green • Regional
April 23-25, 2009 • NCRS Nomination for Bowtie • 1969 L88 Green • Regional

May 2-3, 2009 • Keels & Wheels Concours d’Elegance Best in Class • 1968 L88 Red

June 5-6, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1953 Corvette VIN #39 • Chapter
June 5-6, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1953 Corvette VIN #268 • Chapter
June 5-6, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1967 Red 435 • Chapter
June 5-6, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1968 L88 Red • Chapter
June 5-6, 2009 • NCRS Second Flight • 1969 Black 435 • Chapter
June 11-13, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1967 Black 400 hp Air • Regional
June 11-13, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1968 L88 Red • Regional
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Gold • 1953 Corvette VIN #93 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Silver • 1953 Corvette VIN #39 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Silver • 1953 Corvette VIN #268 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Silver • 1967 Red 435 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Special Collection • 1968 L88 Red • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Special Collection • 1969 L88 Yellow • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Survivor • 1969 L88 Green • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Gold • 1969 L88 Green • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Benchmark • 1969 L88 Green • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Survivor • 1970 LT1 Grey • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Silver • 1970 LT1 Grey • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Special Collection • 1971 LS6 Export • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Survivor • 1972 Convertible • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Gold • 1972 Convertible • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Benchmark • 1972 Convertible • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Survivor • 1981 VIN #72 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Gold • 1981 VIN #72 • National
June 25-27, 2009 • Bloomington Benchmark • 1981 VIN #72 • National

July 12-17, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1967 Black 400 Air • National
July 12-17, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1968 L88 Red • National
July 12-17, 2009 • NCRS 4-Star Bowtie • 1969 L88 Green • National

August 28-30, 2009 • Carlisle Race Car Reunion Invitational • 1965 Suisse Racer • National

September 16-20, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1967 Red 435 • Regional
September 16-20, 2009 • NCRS Performance Verification • 1969 L88 Green • Regional
September 16-20, 2009 • NCRS Bowtie Display • 1969 L88 Green • Regional
September 16-20, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1972 Convertible • Regional
September 16-20, 2009 • NCRS Nomination for Bowtie • 1972 Convertible • Regional

October 10, 2009 • NCRS Second Flight • 1961 Fuelie RPO-687 • Chapter
October 10, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1993 ZR1 • Chapter
October 10, 2009 • NCRS Bowtie Display • 1969 L88 Green • Chapter
October 15-17, 2009 • NCRS Top Flight • 1964 White Coupe • Regional
October 15-17, 2009 • NCRS Performance Verification • 1972 Convertible • Regional
October 15-17, 2009 • NCRS Bowtie Display • 1969 L88 Green • Regional

November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals L88 Invitational • 1968 L88 Red • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals L88 Invitational • 1968 L88 Blue • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals L88 Invitational • 1969 L88 Green • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals Triple Diamond Award • 1972 Convertible • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals Concours Gold Certified • 1968 L88 Red • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals Concours Silver Certified • 1968 L88 Blue • National
November 20-21, 2009 • Corvette Nationals Concours Silver Certified • 1969 L88 Green • National

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3rd Annual Corvette Market Seminar…

Written by Waisner on December 9th, 2009

will be held at the Barrett-Jackson Auction on Thursday, January 21st, 2010 from 9:00am to 11:00am. This year Corvette Market Magazine welcomes two new panelists, Mike Yager of Mid America Motorworks and Terry Michaelis of ProTeam Corvette along with returning panelists David Burroughs of Bloomington Gold, Roy Sinor of NCRS, Michael Pierce of NCRS, Kevin Mackay of Corvette Repair, and Jim Jordan of County Corvettes.

- This group of panelists represent an unmatched level of knowledge, experience, and expertise in the world of collectible Corvettes.

- Admittance will be free for Barrett-Jackson consignors and bidders, Corvette Market and Sportscar Market subscribers, and owners of Bloomington Gold certified cars. Corvette Market Magazine is working on a co-promotional relationship with NCRS, and if achieved, then NCRS members will be admitted free as well.

- Under consideration are two sessions, the first dealing with restoration and preservation and the second with current market values.

- For more information, go to CorvetteMarket.com/2010seminar

 

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The 100 Thousand Dollar Shopping Spree To buy the best C2 and C3

Written by Waisner on November 13th, 2009

… that you can for that money for both a driver and investment.

This is a very hard task as I would want to buy at least number two condition cars that are truly legitimate numbers matching with original VIN and trim plates and solid owner history.

I also would want no hit bodies, especially the frontal area.

This leaves the choices to the small block versions so I would buy a 1963 split window coupe for $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 and a 1969 or 1970 convertible with a 350 hp engine backed by a 4 speed transmission and this should be able to be accomplished for $30,000.00 to $40,000.00.

I would work on buying the 1963 first as that would be the hardest to do.

I would try to buy cars with good colors and as many options as possible.

This $100,000.00 challenge would make me a “price” buyer rather than a buyer who seeks “value” which generally will cost more but with an initial $100K available, I’d go to the bank and borrow the extra money it would take to truly get what I really would want at the end of the day.

 

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The Corvette Still Reigns Supreme…

Written by Waisner on October 18th, 2009

The Corvette Still Reigns Supreme… and a recent survey by Hagerty says just that. The Michigan insurance company asked its clients which American sports car they couldn’t live without and the Corvette won hands down. The Corvette is synonymous with America’s car culture and it continues its popularity in dealer showrooms, classic car shows, and in garages worldwide. Hagerty’s survey only confirmed what we already knew, the Corvette is still the one. For those keeping score, number two was the Ford Mustang followed by the Dodge Challenger. Check out the complete list at hagerty.com/corvettenumber1.

 

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World’s Shortest Bucket List…

Written by Waisner on October 18th, 2009

Dave Freeman co-authored 100 Things To Do Before You Die. It’s a best-seller that begged us to live each day like your last, “This life is a short journey. How can you make sure you fill it with the most fun and that you visit all the coolest places on earth?” He suggested creating a list of 100 things and mark them off one by one.

Personally, my list begins and ends with buying a classic Corvette. Anything else I’d list pales in comparison to the opportunity of Corvette ownership. The friendships, destinations, adventures, and lifelong memories have ensured a long list of 1,000 things I have done; preferably behind the wheel of a classic Corvette. Now that’s heaven!

 

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Two Special Corvettes… that I really like

Written by Waisner on September 11th, 2009

A. 1967 Goodwood Green L89 Coupe with its original motor. One of only 16 produced in model year 1967 and one of only three known to have its original motor. Simply known as the Ed Cole Brass Hat COPO “Special Handling” car. This well-known show car is available with original Kelsey bolt-on aluminum wheels from ProTeam’s Personal Reserve Collection at $275,000.00 for a very limited time.

B. 1969 Lemans Blue L88 T-Top with restoration motor, M-22, and 4.56 posi. The owner history reads like the who’s who of the Corvette hobby. This car is available from ProTeam’s Personal Reserve Collection for $225,000.00 for a very limited time and is an absolute steal (gift).

For more information or questions, email terry@proteamcorvette.com.

 

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Celebrity Pick at Carlisle…

Written by Waisner on September 8th, 2009

It was an honor to be asked to be a celebrity judge at the recent Corvettes at Carlisle show and the choice was a hard one considering there were about 3,000 Corvettes to choose from. After walking row after row of mostly C4, C5, and C6’s or restored C1’s, C2’s, and C3’s, I came across an original, unrestored, unmolested black 1963 coupe that was in excellent condition making his decision, finally, easy!!! Congratulations to Jeff and Angela Boldosser for preserving a great original car and sharing it with almost 60,000 attendees at one of North America’s premier Corvette shows.

 

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Monterey Madness…

Written by Waisner on September 8th, 2009

When Bad Data is Good News and $118.7 million is Pretty Good! Five auctions in three days sold 558 classic cars. The average price was $212,711.00 per unit. 67% of the cars crossing the block went home with new owners. However, when compared to 2008, the numbers look a bit scarier, ie: nearly $139 million in sales in ‘08, 70% sold, average price was $367,000.00 (+). All told there was a 17% decrease in sales from this year to last. The numbers don’t reflect the real story though. Experts, garage mechanics, and weekend warriors have all been reading the tea leaves for twelve months and they knew what would happen. There were no surprises and some real highlights like the $7.25 million paid for the Shelby Cobra. There was no speculating or nay-sayers just real bids for real cars and this is the real news out of Monterey for the collector car market and the enthusiasts who inhabit the hobby. Email: terry@proteamcorvette.com

 

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Shelby Cobra Brings $7.25 Million…

Written by Waisner on September 8th, 2009

At Mecum’s inaugural Monterey, Ca. event, the storied 1965 Daytona Shelby Cobra Coupe established a new standard by which all future classic car sales will be set. Racing’s crown jewel and Carroll Shelby’s capstone went for $7.25 million. This car was one of the six purpose built by Shelby as Ferrari killers. This particular car, CSX2601, clinched the 1965 World Manufacturers Championship and Shelby American in France each with legendary driver Bob Bondurant at the wheel. The  sale of this car has added to a ripple effect of cars with historic provenance coaxing the classic car market back to life. These auctions, car shows, cruise-ins, and Saturday afternoon’s in the driveway remind us all that no one regrets investing in a great classic car. This Shelby Cobra may just bring sexy back to American muscle. Email: terry@proteamcorvette.com

 

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Three Special Corvettes… that I really like

Written by Waisner on August 19th, 2009

A) 1963 Sebring Silver Split Window Fuelie with an original GM OEM body, motor, transmission, and rear end in show condition as evidenced by its June 2009 NCRS certificate and judging sheets. Most deducts were related to over restoration (I like that) and operational issues (since fixed). This is an absolute beauty that I know well. ProTeam Corvette stk #1053A

B) 1968 T-Top Pre-Production Pilot Line Car, VIN #15 [escapee]. This probably is the first t-top ever built as the 1968 t-top production was delayed to around VIN #10,000 due to body development/launch problems. This car probably spent the first six months of its life at the Milford Proving Grounds doing body development duty. This is a very important car as the t-top launch in model year 1968 proved so successful that it finally replaced the convertible by 1976. 477,275 t-tops were produced from 1968 to 1982 and this is probably the first t-top ever produced. This Corvette is a gift a $50,000.00 which is subject to change in late August. ProTeam Corvette stk. #203X

C) 1970 LT1 Convertible is a very rare car as only 1,287 were produced with only 30% being the convertible. The combination of being a red convertible and having factory documentation makes this a less than  1 of 50 in the world. ProTeam Corvette stk. #1049A

For more information or questions, email terry@proteamcorvette.com or tmichaelis@charter.net

 

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