Girard-Perregaux

Mercedes-Benz U.S.A.

For the 2008 Colorado Grand we welcomed back Mercedes-Benz USA for the 13th year. Thanks to their generous, long-term involvement, the Colorado Grand is continually being improved for you and for our charities.

What better sponsor for the rally? Mercedes-Benz built not only the first car but also some of the finest sports cars and most famous race cars to ever turn a wheel. In addition, it has created the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center USA - the first to be created by an automotive manufacturer in the United States - to be guardian of the Mercedes tradition while also providing day-to-day care for the Mercedes-Benz vintage car market.

We sincerely thank Mercedes-Benz for its financial support, for bringing along some samples of its great products. For particepants whose cars fail and for being so good to work with throughout the year.

Michael Kunz, general manager of the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center USA, will be joining us for the Grand along with additional Mercedes-Benz guests.

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A limited series of Colorado Grand watches which will be available to each of the present and past participants for purchase directly from the Grand, with a significant portion of the proceeds donated to the Colorado Grand.

For its tenth year with the Colorado Grand, Girard-Perregaux came up with some very special items. President & CEO Ron Jackson prepared these watches that will be available to entrants. In addition, Ron contributed a magnificent pair of men’s and women’s watches which were auctioned on Thursday evening. Ron will be shooting photos again this year for his show at our final banquet. Thank you, Girard-Perregaux!

Premier Financial Services

Premier Financial Services provides automotive leasing and financing services. Mitch Katz, CEO and founder, is an enthusiastic Grander and enjoys experiencing first-hand the vintage automobiles that Premier is known for financing, and was back for the sixth year as a sponsor.

Hagerty Insurance

Hagerty Insurance has longtime supporter of the Colorado Grand and is well known for its industry expertise. Hagerty provides insurance for more collector cars than anyone in the United States. They live and breathe the hobby. And since they're collectors themselves, they know vintage and specialty vehicles like few other s can. Hagerty offers exactly what collectors are looking for in their insurance agency: low rates, better coverage and exceptional service.
But that's not all. From youth programs and club support to legislative advocacy and the non-profit Collectors Foundation, Hagerty Cares about the needs of collectors and the future of our great hobby. That’s what you'd expect from the leader, and that's what you get.

RM Auctions

We were pleased to welcome RM Auctions represented by Jack Boxstrom as a new sponsor of the Colorado Grand. RM Auctions has established an enviable roster of prestigious collector car auction events, including Monterey/Pebble Beach, Amelia Island, Meadow Brook, Toronto, Ft. Lauderdale, Phoenix, Maranello, Italy and London, England. The RM Group of companies currently employs approximately 96 staff throughout the administration and restoration facilities, its dedicated automotive transport business, and international sales division. RM Auctions is now the world’s largest vintage automobile auction house.

Greenberg Traurig

Greenberg Traurig LLP was represented by Jeff Mamorsky. Greenberg Traurig LLP, the nations 8th largest law firm, provides business-focused solutions for emerging companies and Fortune 500 corporations worldwide.

FedEx Custom Critical

Fed Ex Custom Critical Transport is dedicated to providing the finest and most trusted service for people who need to transport their vehicles across town or across the nation.

Thanks

Without the Colorado State Patrol, we'd all be elsewhere this week. Special thanks to the Colorado State Patrol for its continuing magnificent cooperation and vital assistance. Led by Chief Mark V. Trostel, Chris Sandoval and the spirit of Larry Tolar, "the motors" will escort us along the entire route.

The Colorado Grand expresses its gratitude to the generous people and businesses whose cooperation makes this event possible. If you as an entrant would like to express your thanks personally, we suggest writing to:

Chief Mark V. Trostel
Colorado State Patrol
700 Kipling St.
Suite 3000
Lakewood, CO 80215

Mr. Ronald Jackson
Girard-Perregaux
201 Route 17 North, 8TH. Floor
Rutherford, NJ. 07070
rjackson@tradema-usa.com

Mr. Mitch Katz
Premier Financial Services
47 Sherman Hill Road
Woodbury, CT 06798

Mr. Paul Schneider
Hagerty Classic Insurance
P.O. Box 87
Traverse City, MI 49685-0087

Governor Bill Ritter
136 State Capitol Building
Denver, CO 80203

Mr. Jack Boxstrom
RM Auctions Inc.
One Classic Car Drive
Blenheim, Ontario NOP 1AO

Mr. Jeff Mamorsky
Greenberg Traurig
200 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10166

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