You Asked
We Listened!

Over the past few years many participants have suggested that we add a new category for judging and awarding trophies in our judged Corvette classes. Many show participants that drive their prized vehicles throughout the year as well as attending shows, desired a new classification and a different judging strategy. They wanted a different level for Corvette lovers that really like to drive their machines and not just leave them covered up when not at a show. They felt that more owners would show their vehicles if they were competing with others in the same situation. Instead of nice looking Corvettes parked in the lot outside the NCH, these Corvettes could be on display in the shows and be part of the celebration. We tossed the idea around among the NCH team members and we think we found a solution.

For 2008, we will have two levels in each class:

Show & Shine - This level is for participants who show their vehicle as their main emphasis. They may use a trailer to transport their baby from show to show. They tend to drive their Corvette on a very limited basis. They have put their time, effort and pocketbook into their presentation. The judging will go over all aspects of the vehicle. Mirrors will be used for close inspection of the under carriage. The awards will be enhanced in recognition of the high level of achievement in our Corvette classes. Entry fee is $60.

Drive & Shine - This new level is for participants that drive their Corvette frequently. They maintain their vehicle appearance regularly and stay on top of all mechanical repairs as needed. The judging will go over most all aspects of the vehicle, under hood, interior, exterior and trunk with the exception of the under carriage. The only inspection here will verify that the vehicle is on the road frequently. This will insure that driven vehicles will compete against other driven vehicles and not those that are in the Show & Shine level above. Awards will be of standard size and stature. Entry fee is $45.

We thank all those participants that made their suggestions known to us. NCH strives to improve the show each year and listen to our many attendees along the way. It is only because of our growing participation that the NCH can maintain our status in the Corvette show circuit as THE national gathering of Corvettes of all years, in the city where these great American sports cars are built.

Show Classes & Award Details

Saturday July 19th

On Saturday, there will be TWO ways to win an award for your car!

The first way to win an award will be a judged Corvette show. The following classes will be judged by active and retired Corvette Assembly Plant employees. They have as many as 35 years experience assembling and painting Corvettes in St. Louis and Bowling Green. There will be a first, second and third place award for each judged class:

Stock

1953 through 1962
1963 through 1967
1968 through 1982
1984 through 1996
1997 through 2004
2005 through Present


Modified

1953 through 1982
1984 through 1996
1997 through 2004
2005 through Present

Trophies will be awarded as follows:

Ladies Choice
Farthest Driven
Best Engine
Best Paint
Promoter’s Choice
BEST OF SHOW (Trophy plus $200)
There will be a SPECIAL AWARD for the CLUB with the most cars in attendance!

The second way to win an award is to have one of our celebrities choose your Corvette on the grounds whether or not you are entered in any of the shows.

Sunday July 20th

On Sunday, there will be THREE special shows!

The first special show is a judged Corvette Reunion Show consisting of 1958, 1968, 1978 & 1988 Corvettes. There will be one award for each year.

The second special show is the All GM Show. The top 35 will be given awards. Corvette, Chevrolet, Pontiac & Oldsmobile cars are welcome. GMC & Chevrolet trucks are welcome.

The third special show is the Sans Pareil Show. Certificates are given in three categories. Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby.

All award presentations will begin at 4pm Sunday