The PVGP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to hold a world-class vintage auto event for charity. Since 1983 this volunteer-driven event has raised over $2.7 million for the Autism Society & Allegheny Valley School.
What we do:
Basically, we're racing and car lovers. We host 10 days of events Ranging from a Rallye through the City of Pittsburgh, Two Race weekends of Vintage Cars, a series of weekday events of car shows, parades, car shows, car shows, some more car shows (cause you can never really get enough) and then Vintage racing on city streets, surrounded by, well car shows of all the famous international marques. If you think you might want to join us in 2011, then take a peek at our schedule:
An interview with Logan Dernoshek from Charlotte NC. His #37 1966 Yenko Stinger got on the Podium at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix soon after this interview.
Logan's father was THE original mechanic on this Yenko Corvair. This interview was done before Logan had his 2nd place podium finish at BeaveRun in his 1966 "Yenko Stinger"
Again, if the video is not embedded below you can click here for the link:
An interview with Racer Robert Anderson about his 1966 Ford GT40 MkV. Robert raced in Group 4: Trans Am at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Historic Races at BeaveRun.
The Trans Am series is the Post 1960 Production cars over 2.5 Litres, featuring American muscle cars such as Mustang, Corvette, Camaro, Cobra, GT40 along with Porsche and Datsun. Post 1960 Sports racers over 2 Litres. VRG Classes C4, E1, F1, and F2.
As you can hear in the interview this Mk V is a very rare car: only about 37 where made in production. This car raced at the Targa Florio.
If the video does not embed below you can still view it on YouTube:
If you're planning on joining us this summer be sure and add ##### to your phone. We've built a bunch of locations so you can find friends while you're visiting. We've added tips to find out about the various show events and some information about what you can see at each turn.
You can also add pictures right from the location by using #########
#PVGP Kickoff Rallye Celebrity/ Media Challenge is beginning to shape up. Scott Stiller and Erin Kienzle of WTAE, Whipping Boy (defending champ) and Bob McLaughlin of 105.9 the X, Ted Sohier of WQED, Pittsburgh City Councilman #Bill Peduto, and JW and Greg Joseph of the Clarks are all expected to compete.
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, presented by Shop 'n Save, is pleased to announce that Audi will be our 2010 Marque of the Year. Click here for details about the special events planned for Audi owners.
SpotLight Cars
The Spotlight Car concept was revived in 2009 as VW was recognized.
In 2010 we are putting on the high beams and shining the headlights on the two cars that Donna Mae Mims was passionate about
Corvettes and
Yenko Sports Cars.
Click here for details on how to participate with your Corvette.
And don't forget to visit your YouTube Channel and become a friend
Audi has a rich racing heritage and was the PVGP Marque 10 years ago in 2000.
For the past 27 years, the Race Weekend has been the focus of the PVGP and no other event in the country can compare to the uniqueness of Schenley Park. Each year we feature a car as our Marque and in 2010 that honor goes to Audi.
We expect to have over one hundred Audi's lining the fairways of Schenley Park including some very rare cars from private collectors, as well as special interest enthusiasts from across the country. Audi owners are invited to attend regardless of year or model! In this PVGP Marque of the Year section, you should be able to find all information you need to join us for the week, including hotel information and
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix will have a massive presence at next month's Auto Show at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The show runs from Thur Feb 11 thru Mon Feb 15. We will be at our traditional spot at the top of the escalators on the second floor lobby overlooking the river.
Stop by our great display of race cars and show cars. At the booth you can watch videos, sign-up as a volunteer and purchase PVGP merchandise. We need volunteers to help staff the booth too. Visit pvgp.org to learn more.
The entire Convention Center is filled with the latest domestic and foreign cars, trucks and SUV’s from over 35 manufacturers and exhibitors under one roof! It’s also a preview of coming attractions, where visitors can inspect new models before they hit dealers’ showrooms. It’s a great opportunity for families to check out a variety of new vehicles all in one location. Attendees are welcome to slip into the driver’s seat of a sporty new convertible or pile their kids into a roomy sport-utility just for fun. Everything from pure concept to practical reality will be on display.
On Christmas Eve at 3 a.m., Geno Giguere, the owner of Geno's Restaurant and the host and PVGP Rallye sponsor, lost everything he owned when the family house burnt down. Geno and Lisa have two young girls, ages 1 and 2, the girls wear size 2T and 12-18 months.
Geno, Lisa, both girls and their dogs made it out safely and unharmed, however, they lost everything, including their Christmas gifts. If you know of anyone who can help with clothing donations or any type of help, please let me know.
Now you can follow us on Twitter. ...and soon you'll be able to follow your Speed PVGP Group postings on our Twitter feed just like you can follow our Facebook Postings now!
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