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The Car Detective: The Stewardship of Historically Important Automobiles

Saturday, April 22 – 11:15 AM -2:30 PM
Get ready to marvel at four stunning cars from the Simeone Museum’s collection: the sleek 1934 MG K3 Magnette, the elegant 1937 BMW 328, the captivating 1937 Delahaye 135M, and the legendary 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. Witness the remarkable stories of these cherished automobiles, as our expert team reveals the secrets behind their discovery, authentication, and meticulous conservation, as taught to us by the greatest Car Detective the world has ever seen, Dr. Fred Simeone.
Experience exclusive demonstrations and engaging talks from renowned automotive historians, as we bring these iconic vehicles to life and share photos and documents straight from the museum archives.
** As a special one-time only event, we’re kicking off the day with an enthralling discussion on the topic of preservation vs. restoration, featuring industry experts Kevin Mackay and Leslie Keno who will delve into a fascinating debate surrounding astronaut Al Worden’s 1971 Chevrolet Corvette “AstroVette”.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to gain insights from the experts as we explore the intricacies of maintaining automotive history, and the conditions that make a car suitable for preservation vs. being a candidate for a full restoration.
Featured exhibition cars will include.
• 1934 MG K3 Magnette
• 1937 BMW 328
• 1937 Delahaye 135M
• 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe
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