RARE MAVERICK SPORTSTER MAKES INTERNATIONAL CONCOURS DEBUTS AT AMELIA 2021 |
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Jacksonville, FL – Visited by the same sort of refined esthetics and sophistication that motivated Edsel Ford when he conceived the Lincoln Continental, aeronautical engineer Sterling “Smoke” Gladwin created the Maverick Sportster, a California-flavored 1950’s take on the French species often called the boulevardier.
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1953 Maverick Speedster courtesy of Geoff Hacker
Seven Mavericks were created. On May 23, 2021 one of the rare California breed will debut at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance thanks to years of ruthless research and an exquisite restoration.
The foundation of the Maverick Sportster is Cadillac. A fact that the former Boeing and Lockheed engineer who created and designed it was most proud. And he said so openly in Maverick sales literature. Stock Cadillac components mated with the reduced weight of its fiberglass body shell – some Mavericks had no hoods or doors – gave the Maverick a power to weight ratio of 12-to-1, something that engineer Gladwin compared to high performance aircraft.
That made for a boulevardier with muscle. Cadillac’s 331 OHV V-8 could be mated to any stock Cadillac transmission.
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1953 Maverick Speedster courtesy of Geoff Hacker
On some models, a passenger side door was included as Gladwin did not want the driver opening his door and stepping into harm’s way. He dismissed the lack of a hood claiming that the entire body could be removed from the frame in six minutes.
“Debuting a brand-new restoration is one of the true honors – and pleasures – of hosting The Amelia,” said Bill Warner, founder and Chairman of the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.
“The Maverick is one of those rare customs I’ve taken to calling a ‘destination car’ – a car so elegant and beautiful that it’s capable -- all by itself – of drawing hard core car people to the Amelia. And I’m proud that the owner has chosen us for its concours debut and that it’s a 100 per cent American car even though it speaks to me with a Parisian accent.”
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LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR TWO AMAZING DINNERS |
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Friday, May 21, 2021
McLaren Dinner of Champions
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at The Ritz-Carlton, Talbot Ballroom
Celebrate two legends & thought leaders
Keynote: Miles Collier and Bill Warner
Cocktail attire
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Saturday, May 22, 2021
Honoree Gala Dinner
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom
Every year The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance honors a legendary hero of the racing world. In 2021, The Amelia celebrate racer, writer, broadcaster, entrepreneur and motivational speaker, the inspiring Lyn St. James. Lyn’s life is a high-speed motorsports adventure. Her racing career began in a Ford Pinto in the 1970s and had its grand finale more than two decades later in a special commemorative ceremony on the “yard of bricks” at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Other highlights of the evening include the announcement of The Amelia’s “What Drives You Award” and the “Spirit of the Concours Trophy” along with charity auctions, delicious gourmet food and beverages.
The celebration begins at 6:30pm on Saturday, May 22, 2021 in The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island’s Talbot Ballroom.
Limited tickets are still available for this black tie optional event. Reserve your seats today.
Photo courtesy of Lyn St. James
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AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Guardians of Porsche Wine Maker's Dinner
6:30 - 10:30 PM
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Begin your AMELIA weekend with an intimate four-course dining experience. A sommelier pairs each course with wines complementary to the menu.
Cocktail Attire
Advance Reservations, Limited Seating
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Porsche Driving Experience
7:00 am - 4:30 pm Departs from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport
The Porsche Driving Experience departs from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport immediately following the 7:00 a.m. check-in and 7:30 a.m. drivers meeting with coffee and donuts. Participants will travel in their personal vehicles to a yet to be determined location where they will enjoy activities to include an autocross in one of the latest Porsches and a spirited ride with a professional driver. The tour will also make a stop at The Brumos Collection which began as an eclectic private automotive collection that was stored on-site at the Brumos car dealerships in Jacksonville, Florida. Many international and national award-winning cars, historical documents, and racing artifacts are housed in their new location. Lunch will be served.
- Limited to 125 cars
- Must be at least 21 years of age to participate in the event
- Required documents:
- Valid Drivers License
- Ownership of a Porsche is not required
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LIMITED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!
Friday, May 21, 2021
Chevy Thunder Seminar
3 pm - 4:30 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom
Host: Ray Evernham
Panelists:
- Dale Earnhardt Jr.
- Herb Fishel
- George Follmer
- David Hobbs
- Brian Redman
- Dr. Eric Warren
A seminar hosted by NASCAR Hall of Fame crew chief Ray Evernham to celebrate Chevy Thunder, which was the GM Racing tag line during the ‘80’s. Panelists scheduled to appear include: Herb Fishel – Director of GM Racing for 40 years; George Follmer – UOP Shadow Racing; David Hobbs – 1972 SCCA F5000 and SCCA Tran-Am Champion and Brian Redman – 3 time SCCA F5000 Champion and IMSA GTP Champion, all in Chevy powered cars, Dr. Eric Warren – Head of GM Racing and two-time Daytona 500 winner, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
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The All-Conquering Porsche 935 Seminar
3 pm - The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Talbot Ballroom
Host: Ray Evernham
- Hurley Haywood
- Alwin Springer
- Brian Redman
- David Hobbs
- Kevin Jeannette
- Mark Raffauf
- Jack Atkinson
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The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM The Golf Club Amelia Island 10th & 18th Fairways
- General Admission Adult: $125 – Purchased April 1, - May 22, 2021
- General Admission Adult: $150 – Purchased at the Gate/Day of Event
- General Admission Early Entry Adult $185.00 - Purchased July 6- May 22, 2021 *Ltd. Qty
- General Admission Early Entry Youth $100.00 - Purchased July 6- May 22, 2021 *Ltd. Qty
- General Admission Youth 13-17 years old: $60 (12 and under free w/paying adult)
- Active Duty Military and Dependents with Active Duty ID: $60 each available on-site only
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Buy 2021 Event Tickets in Person - Ticket Sales Locations
- Claude Nolan Cadillac, 4700 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216
- Jaguar Land Rover Jacksonville, 11217 Atlantic Blvd #1, Jacksonville, FL 32225
- Mercedes-Benz of Orange Park, 7018 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- Mercedes-Benz of Jacksonville, 10231 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
- Lexus of Jacksonville, 10259 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
- Lexus of Orange Park, 7040 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- Porsche Jacksonville, 11211 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
- Fields Cadillac Jacksonville, 7999 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244
- Fields Cadillac St Augustine, 375 Outlet Mall Blvd, St Augustine, FL 32084
- Amelia Island Chamber of Commerce, 961687 Gateway Blvd, ste. 101G, Amelia Island, FL 32034
- Amelia Island Welcome Center, 102 Center St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
- Golf Club of Amelia Island, 4700 Amelia Island Pkwy, Amelia Island, FL 32034
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Concours and More
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM The Golf Club of Amelia Island
- Ticket includes early entry into the show field at 8:30 AM
- A private lunch inside the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island(11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) in the Talbot Ballroom
- Event Poster (to be distributed at lunch)
- Tickets not available day of show
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Club Amelia
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Club Amelia Pavilion on the Showfield
Your Club Amelia Ticket includes:
- Early Admission onto the show field at 8:30 AM (One hour prior to gates opening to public)
- Collectible Program
- Collectible Poster
- Breakfast, Lunch and Afternoon Snack
- Hosted Bar
- Covered seating located in the Awards Presentation area
- Private restrooms for Club Amelia Patrons
- Parking decal provided.
It is not necessary to purchase General Admission tickets for entry onto the show field. Your Club Amelia ticket is your entry into the show field.
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All images are property of The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance / Deremer Studios unless otherwise noted.
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About The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance
THE AMELIA is held May 20-23, 2021 at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and The Golf Club of Amelia Island. The show’s Foundation has donated over $3.75 million to Community Hospice & Palliative Care, Spina Bifida of Jacksonville and other local and national charities since 1996. To learn more about the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, visit www.ameliaconcours.org.
The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance| 904-636-0027 | E-mail | Website
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