Long Island Vettes, Ltd.

07/29/2026

Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience one of the most significant Corvettes ever built during the 2026 Corvettes at Carlisle Grand Sport 30th Anniversary Celebration.

The first Grand Sport ever built, the 1963 Grand Sport Chassis #001 stands as one of the most legendary Corvettes in automotive history. Conceived by Corvette Chief Engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov as the prototype for Chevrolet's ambitious Grand Sport racing program, #001 survived General Motors' infamous racing ban when Duntov secretly preserved the completed cars rather than destroying them.

After helping launch the Grand Sport legacy, the car was transformed into a roadster, raced by Roger Penske in the iconic blue-and-white Sunoco livery at the 1966 12 Hours of Sebring, and went on to become one of the most celebrated Corvettes in existence.

Making this display even more extraordinary, Grand Sport Chassis #001 will be showcased alongside the 1963 Grand Sport Chassis #004 and the 1996 Grand Sport Chassis #001, bringing together three iconic chapters of Grand Sport history in one unforgettable exhibit.

If you're a Corvette enthusiast, this is a display you simply can't miss. Join us at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds as we celebrate 30 years of the Corvette Grand Sport with one of the rarest gatherings of Grand Sport history ever assembled!

Learn More HERE: https://bit.ly/3RTCpVL
Discounted Tickets HERE: https://bit.ly/4wvU7hg
Register for the show HERE: https://bit.ly/4wr0oKQ

07/05/2026

Mark your July calendar!
Long Island Vettes All Car & Truck Show- Sun. JULY 12th from 9:30- 3:30 on Four Leaf Bethpage property- benefits Last Hope Animal Rescue & Island Harvest.
( Rain Date: Sun. JULY 19th).

SPECTATORS are free.
🐕 Last Hope will have a table with adoptable dogs, raffle baskets, Last Hope attire.

🥛 Island Harvest will be accepting donations of non-perishable food at
their table.]

Join Last Hope at the car show. You will see beautiful cars & beautiful dogs.

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06/19/2026

For all of those that have worked hard to put on a car show or car event (thank you) and for others who have never helped but only complained this is for you!

The Ballad of the Participation Trophy

The car show field was shining bright,Chrome reflecting morning light.The hot rods sparkled, paint did glow,But trouble brewed before Best of Show.

For gathered there in lawn chairs wide,Sat grown men nursing wounded pride.With folded arms and furrowed brow,Demanding justice, here and now.

"I've spent three grand on ceramic coat!"One loudly cried and nearly choked."My Corvette's flawless, can't you see?That trophy clearly belongs to me!"

Another wailed, "This judging's shady!My car's been detailed more than my old lady.The engine bay's so clean and neat,You could perform surgery from the seat!"

One fellow stomped and raised a fuss,"That rusty hot rod beat us?Why should craftsmanship be praised When mine was financed and dealer-glazed?"

Perhaps it's time the shows evolve,And finally help these wounds resolve.

Create a class for Still Under Warranty, Where bravery's measured by the dealership guarantee

Add Best New Car Smell to the list,For those new car owners shaking their fist..

Present a plaque for Lowest Mileage Hero, For those who trailer twenty miles to travel zero.

Let's honor Best White New Balance Shoes,A Corvette driver's favorite when out for a cruise.Judged on brightness, width, and shine,With minus points as a grass stain fine.

Create Most Impressive Window Sticker,For buyers who negotiated quicker.

A special trophy should be made, For every ego left dismayed.A twelve-foot cup, perhaps of gold,For stories exaggerated and told.

"I had one faster back in '98.""I owned six Hemi cars that were great.""I know the judges personally.""I would've won if not for politics, see."

Yet while the grumbling filled the air,The real enthusiasts didn't care.They laughed with friends and shared a tale, and watched upset grown men growing more pale

Because the point was never glory, Nor adding trophies to the story.It's cars, old friends, and gasoline,The finest therapy ever seen.

So if you lose, don't stomp and pout, Or threaten never to come back out.Just smile, shake hands, and enjoy the day—

And pick up your Participation Trophy on your way.

06/12/2026

July 12, 2026 !

05/03/2026

https://www.longlslandvettes.org/_files/ugd/eed78a_c1e28142ae53451b8394c30194ce41cc.pdf
Sign up for this great show online right now here:

https://www.longlslandvettes.org/show-reg

I agree to insure my vehicle and property against loss, damage, and liability, and to provide proof of such insurance to Long Island Vettes, Ltd. at the time of entry, if requested.