Last weekend I drove down to Long Island for the Second Annual Gold Coast Concours to benefit the Diabetes Research Institute.
It was cloudy for the most part of the day and did sprinkle, but it turned out to be a great event. I got to meet our motorsports-partners the Jeff Andretti Coaching Group LLC., as well as Innovative Vehicle Solutions and was able to check out their new HAVOC 9 Camaro with the LS9 engine out of the Corvette ZR-1. They fired it up and it sounded like a monster. The turnout was impressive considering the weather. I took some pictures and wrote a quick article on it.
MotoringExposure.com wrote:
Second Annual Gold Coast Concours Exposed
MotoringExposure and motorsports partner The Jeff Andretti Coaching Group LLC. brought some high-end horsepower with Innovative Vehicle Solutions to the Second Annual Gold Coast Concours hosted by Martino Auto Concepts to benefit the Diabetes Research Institute.
On a cool autumn day, automotive enthusiasts from around the country came together to support the Diabetes Research Institute and their pursuit for a cure to the chronic disease. The threat of rain did not stop the hundreds of supercars, exotics, and high-performance automobiles from proudly going on display. Thanks to Martino Auto Concepts, the beautiful Glen Cove city square was closed for the special charity event, giving the many participants and sponsors an ideal stage to showcase their rare and exotic automobiles and high-end products. The second annual concours event featured an extensive selection of automobiles from American muscle to screaming Ferraris and Lamborghinis of past and present, vintage racecars, powerful Porsches, elegant Bentleys and Rolls Royces, and performance-tuned sportscars.
In a show that featured classic and modern Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches, Maseratis, and vintage racecars, the Jeff Andretti Coaching Group LLC. and Innovative Vehicle Solutions teams were at the center of attention. Jeff Andretti and Kai Goddard of the Jeff Andretti Racing Group LLC. spent the day signing autographs and greeting eager fans. To benefit the Diabetes Research Institute, Jeff Andretti donated one of his historic racing suits that was raffled off. Innovative Vehicle Solutions showcased their HAVOC 9 650-horsepower Camaro sporting a new aerodynamic package, stunning wheels, and a monster LS9 engine with a monstrous roar.
The event hosted by Martino Auto Concepts successfully raised money and awareness for the Diabetes Research Institute. The donations and money raised will go towards a cure for diabetes, the care for those afflicted with the chronic disease, and public education. While the number of participants, sponsors, and spectators in attendance was impressive, it did not surpass the show of support and generosity for the Diabetes Research Institute.
Special thanks to Martino Auto Concepts for organizing the event and the City of Glen Cove, New York for providing an outstanding setting for the Gold Coast Concours. Those interested in donating time or money to the Diabetes Research Institute can visit http://www.diabetesresearch.org/ for more information. For more information on the Gold Coast Concours event check out http://www.goldcoastconcours.com/.
We’ll keep you updated on plans for a 2011 event. For a taste of what to expect check out our gallery!
Here are some pics:
The size of the RR compared to both Ferraris was comical.
(My favorite)
D2 Forged
The Jeff Andretti Coaching Group LLC. and Innovative Vehicle Solutions with the HAVOC 9 Camaro.
More pictures here: http://www.motoringexposure.com/3061/second-annual-gold-coast-concours
If you guys have any questions, feel free to ask!
