tMichaelis Corvette Perspective

Fake Documentation…

Waisner — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:29:57 +0000

has posed a problem for potential Corvette owners for quite some time, especially Corvettes sold at high profile auctions. Check out this recent email that we received in January 2010. The email’s addresses and names have been removed so as not to promote this guy’s unscrupulous activity.
Q: Where does fake documentation play a part in the collector car hobby? A: Fraud!!!
Aren’t these type items trademarked, copyrighted, and/or registered property of General Motors? Does GM care?
your thoughts. terry@proteamcorvette.com

email sent by an individual offering fraudulent Corvette documentation

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

Waisner — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:58:11 +0000

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

If you want more information on the Corvettes? Go To ProTeam-Corvette.com or email terry@proteamcorvette.com

3rd Annual Corvette Market Seminar…

Waisner — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:39:38 +0000

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

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

Waisner — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:15:46 +0000

… 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.

The Corvette Still Reigns Supreme…

Waisner — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:41:28 +0000

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.

World’s Shortest Bucket List…

Waisner — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:39:41 +0000

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!