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Gold Coast Concours/Bimmerstock 2010
Exotic Racers and Custom-Built Beauties Revved the Crowd at the Gold Coast Concours/Bimmerstock Event
Proceeds benefited the Diabetes Research Institute
(September 16, 2010) – The 2nd Annual Gold Coast Concours/Bimmerstock event, presented by
Martino Auto Concepts/MAC Auto Couture of Glen Cove, NY, was in full throttle on Sunday, September 12, 2010, as thousands of spectators lined the streets to ogle the eye candy and listen to the roar of these powerful engines. The event raised more than $18,500 for the cure-focused work of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI).
The City of Glen Cove's downtown business district was closed for the day, as hundreds of exotic cars and BMWs were showcased. Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Porsche, Mercedes and a $2-million world champion Lola, among others, were enough to excite everyone from enthusiasts to fledgling fans.
"This event was an example of how one idea can provide a wonderful opportunity for our City, an enjoyable afternoon for all car enthusiasts and raise funds for a cause to find a cure for diabetes - a condition that affects so many people that we care about. I would like to thank
Mayor Ralph Suozzi, the City Council, Joe and Barbara LaPadula and Derek Pasch for making this day possible," said
Delia DeRiggi –
Whitton, Glen Cove City councilwoman and DRI Foundation board member.
“It’s a great day for the community of Glen Cove, a great day for car buffs and a great day for the Diabetes Research Institute. I acquired the Penske Lola t70mk 3b race car in 1969 and raced many times. It’s been a remarkable experience to bring Lola onto the streets of Glen Cove and to support a cause that is so important to me and my family,” said Bruce Waller of Brookeville, owner of the prized Lola and a DRI Foundation board member.
Joe LaPadula of Martino Auto Concepts added, "We are proud to support the Diabetes Research Institute and to help educate the public about this disease through this exciting event."
"We couldn’t be happier with this year’s turnout and the overwhelming support from our local community and exotic car aficionados from near and far,” said
Derek Pasch of MAC Auto Couture.
Jeff Andretti, son of legendary driver Mario Andretti, was also on site and supplied a one-of-a-kind raffle item – one of his driving suits, autographed, numbered and worn in a famous race in 1985. He was honored to participate in the event since, he said, “I lost both my grandparents to diabetes.”
Additional raffle prizes included a BMW cruise bicycle, a one-night stay at Oheka Castle, dinner for two at Prime, a cigar humidor, two BMW watches, two BMW baby racers and a race ramp.
Participating with Martino Auto Concepts/MAC Auto Couture as event sponsors were Ferrari/Maserati/Rolls Royce of Long Island, Rallye Motors, Universal Autosports, Competition Automotive Group, Jeff Andretti Coaching Group, Meguiars, 3M Corp, PPG, DuPont Registry, Engel&Volkers, Oheka Castle and Estate, Nassau County Sheriff's Department Columbia Association, CITI, Monster Energy, Single Source, Prime Huntington, Gold Coast Mansions/HistoricLongIsland.com, Total Fire Protection, X-treme Vehicle Coatings, inc., Laffey Associates, Skyline Security Consultants, Inc., Luxury4Play.com, Kaplan Development Group, and Oakhurst Company.
