AUBURN – The 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Two-Door Sedan that was featured in the classic basketball movie “Hoosiers” has been added to the Third Annual Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum Benefit Extravaganza. The event will take place at the museum on Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 6 p.m. Seating is limited.

This special Chevrolet is offered at NO RESERVE and is the second of eight cars to be offered at the benefit event. The Chevrolet was driven in the movie “Hoosiers” by Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman. His character, Coach Normal Dale, can be seen driving along Indiana cornfields in this Chevrolet many times throughout the movie. 1952 was the last year for Chevrolet’s first post-war design that was introduced in 1949. Though not so common today, the 1952 Chevrolet was a common site across American roadways more than 50 years ago, and helped Chevrolet stay on top as America’s number one automaker.

Also offered at the benefit is a 1931 Lincoln Model K Judkins Two-Window Berline, also offered at NO RESERVE. This custom Lincoln was one of only 72 examples built, and received a $125,000 concourse quality restoration 13 years ago. It has been kept in excellent condition due to quality storage and low mileage since restoration.  The other six cars to be offered at the benefit event will be announced soon.

The evening will feature a “Speakeasy” theme and you will be given the password to get in! Glad Rags of the 1920s and 1930s are optional. Jackets are required for the gents.  

Last year’s benefit was an outstanding success, hosting a sell-out crowd and providing over $100,000 for the not-for-profit museum’s operating fund.

Bill Parfet will once again entertain bidders as the celebrity auctioneer and will be accompanied by celebrity ringmen. The cars featured for sale are not from the museum’s collection except for a 1937 Cord 812 Supercharged Beverly. Proceeds from the Cord will be restricted to better the museum’s premiere collection.

Other Extravaganza activities include: a live auction of original automotive art featuring premium pieces from the nation’s finest automobile artists, fine jewelry and a refreshing vacation getaway; a silent auction; a gourmet dinner; live music; drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and after-hours museum touring. The Extravaganza is an evening that classic car enthusiasts will not want to miss. It will take place in one of the finest classic car museums in the world, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum.

A limited number of tickets are available at $125 per person. Get your tickets now while they are still available. Proceeds benefit the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum. Call Jan Schippers at (260) 925-1444 to reserve your tickets.