STOWE AREA ASSOCIATION
51 Main St., Box 1320
Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-7321
www.gostowe.com

PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
Contact: Jo Sabel Courtney, (802) 253-7321 extension 219, josc@gostowe.com

STOWE VERMONT IS WILD ABOUT CLASSIC CARS

Back Roads in the Green Mountains are Perfect for Touring

Stowe, VT (April 9, 2008) Stowe, Vermont is the site of five extraordinary automotive events this summer, showcasing Corvettes, High-Performance “Supercars”, Cobras, British marques, and antique vehicles.
The Green Mountain Corvette Classic, June 13-15, features an impressive field of magnificent Corvettes competing for honors in various classes and representing more than five decades of production. There will also be a Corvette memorabilia marketplace and car corral for prospective buyers.
During the High-Performance Supercars World Class Driving Event, July 12-13, participating guests will have an opportunity to drive a selection of exotic supercars during a five and a half hour tour on the roads of Northern Vermont. Experience an exhilarating pass through winding mountain roads in the latest model Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, Maserati or Audi.
Cobras in the Mountains, July 18-20, celebrates the enthusiasm and passion surrounding one of the world's most recognized and admired sports cars - the 'Cobra'. All Cobras, both originals and reproductions representing all manufacturers, are welcome.
The Jaguar and the Morgan are featured marques, along with hundreds of other British autos during the 18th Annual British Invasion, held September 19-21. “A Celebration and Salutation to the Great British Motorcar” features Back-seat Driving and Tailgate Picnic Competitions, auto judging in the Concours d’Elegance, a British Market, pub food, scheduled driving tours through the Champlain Islands and scenic Smugglers Notch, and much more.

The 51st Annual Stowe Antique & Classic Car Meet, one of the granddaddies of national car shows, will be held August 8-10. Over 800 pristine antique cars will be on display both on the field and during the Saturday parade. On Saturday night the “don’t miss” event will be the Oldies Street Dance and Block Party in Stowe Village with these historic beauties lining Main Street.

Christopher Francis, Stowe innkeeper and presenter of the Corvette Classic, Supercars, Cobras in the Mountains, and British Invasion sums up this quintet of car events by stating, “Spectacular winding roads through timeless villages and magnificent mountain vistas-- this is Stowe, Vermont, paradise for so many classic car shows and motoring events, with fine lodging, world class restaurants, welcoming locals and fun for everyone.”

Visitors can choose to view as a spectator or participate as an exhibitor in any of these shows. And if they choose to do a bit of touring on their own, Stowe has mapped out scenic drives. Go to http://www.gostowe.com/sports/drives.php?s=summer and choose from nearly a dozen picturesque and perfect summer drives, all beginning at the Stowe Visitor Information Center in Stowe Village. Experience Northern Vermont and its incomparable countryside with tour distances of a mere eight to over one hundred miles. Just turn on the odometer, follow directions, and motor!
For information on times, locations, and booking accommodations for any of these events, please call 1-800-GO-STOWE or visit www.gostowe.com.

Located at the foot of Mt Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak, the idyllic village of Stowe, Vermont has been hosting travelers for over 200 years. A true four-season destination of international renown, Stowe offers endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. Stowe offers nearly 70 unique shops, 40 restaurants, and almost 50 different lodging establishments ranging from full service resort spas to quaint bed and breakfasts, all locally owned
Stowe is the only Vermont location spotlighted in the recently released 100 Places to See in Your Lifetime: America the Beautiful from the Editors of LIFE Magazine. Editor Robert Sullivan states, “It's pulled off the amazing trick of becoming famous and a destination, yet remained true to its essence: It is what it is, a New England village of great charm and a day-to-day that features village rhythms”.