The Car Detective: The Stewardship of Historically Important Automobiles.

6825-31 Norwitch Drive,Philadelphia PA 19153

22 April, 2023

Description

Unravel the mysteries of the past with "The Car Detective: The Stewardship of Historically Important Automobiles" at the Simeone Museum's April 22 Demo Day! Join us on this thrilling journey as we showcase rare and iconic vehicles, celebrating the craft of automotive preservation and restoration. 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. Don't miss this unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of classic car stewardship, as we honor the captivating tales of these exquisite machines and the dedicated enthusiasts who keep their legacies alive. ** 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. Secure your spot today and immerse yourself in the rich history of automotive excellence at the Simeone Museum Demo Day! Featured exhibition cars will include.• 1934 MG K3 Magnette • 1937 BMW 328 • 1937 Delahaye 135M • 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe _____________________________________________________________________________ What are demo days at the Simeone Museum? Demo Days at the Simeone Museum are special events that showcase the museum's collection of historic race cars. During these events, visitors can watch as the cars are driven around the museum's track, and learn all about the history of the cars, the heros that made them famous, and the races that made them legends! These special events take place on select Saturdays throughout the year and offer a rare opportunity to watch a selection of rare and historic race cars in action. You can learn and see more here._____________________________________________________________________________ Our Demo Day schedule is as follows10:00 | Simeone Museum doors open to the public11:15 to 11:45 | Discussion on preservation vs. restoration featuring Astronaut Al Worden's 1971 Chevrolet Corvette "AstroVette"12:00 to 12:30 | Visual presentation highlighting rare photos and videos from the Simeone Museum Library and Archives12:30 to 1:00 | Spirited driving demonstration of Demo Day cars1:00 to 2:00 | Visitors are able to inspect and photograph Demo Day cars up close while engaging in a question and answer session with Simeone Museum staff and volunteers