The Colorado Grand

The People Behind the Grand

Valued Sponsors

Significant aid to charitable contributions
Mercedes-Benz USA
The Best or Nothing

Mercedes-Benz made history by building the world’s first automobile and creating some of the most famous race and production cars over more than 130 years. It continues to manufacture some of the finest sports and luxury cars while driving industry innovation and developing future mobility solutions. Part of Mercedes-Benz USA, the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center in Southern California is a guardian to the Mercedes-Benz tradition while also providing day-to-day care for the Mercedes-Benz vintage car market. Opened in June 2006, the Classic Center has been the first classic vehicle service and restoration facility created by an automotive manufacturer in the United States. We sincerely thank Mercedes-Benz USA for its financial support and for bringing along some samples of its great products for participants whose cars fail and for being so good to work with throughout the year. A very generous financial contribution from Mercedes-Benz USA makes up a significant portion of The Colorado Grand’s charitable donations each year. Michael Kunz, general manager of Mercedes-Benz Classic in the United States, will be joining us for the Grand along with additional Mercedes-Benz guests. For more information please visit: www.mbusa.com/classic or connect with @mbclassiccenter on Social Media.

Mercedes-Benz
WeatherTech
 
American Manufacturing Done Right

The WeatherTech® brand of Automotive Accessories is owned and operated by MacNeil Automotive Products Ltd. suppliers of automotive accessories for 22 years. From concept to consumer, MacNeil has long been recognized by automotive enthusiasts as a supplier of unparalleled quality automotive accessories. WeatherTech® exceeds industry expectations with products such as our Digital-Fit FloorLiners™, All-Weather Floor Mats, Side Window Deflectors and No-Drill Mudflaps. Located in Bolingbrook, IL, MacNeil is dedicated to providing quality American made products. For more information, visit www.weathertech.com.

WeatherTech
Hagerty Insurance Agency
We May Sell Insurance, But We Live Classics

Hagerty Insurance agency has been a 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 others 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, Hagerty is all 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. For more information please visit: www.hagerty.com.

Hagerty
RM Sotheby's
 
Offering the World’s Finest Motor Cars

RM Sotheby’s (formerly RM Auctions) is the world’s largest collector car auction house for investment quality automobiles. With 35 years’ experience in the collector car industry, RM’s vertically integrated range of services, from private treaty sales and auctions to estate planning, and financial services, coupled with an expert team of car specialists and an international footprint, provide an unsurpassed level of service to the global collector car market.  The company hosts an enviable calendar of events each year at a variety of prestigious settings around the world, and holds numerous auction records, including four of the top five records for the most valuable automobiles sold at auction, as well as the record for the highest grossing collector car auction of all time (Monterey 2014). In February 2015, the former RM Auctions announced a strategic partnership with Sotheby’s, providing the company with an incomparable global reach and uniting the two businesses for the full calendar of future automobile auctions. In addition to RM Sotheby’s, the RM group also includes Auctions America and RM Auto Restoration, one of the world’s premier restoration facilities and recipient of an unprecedented five ‘Best of Show’ awards at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. RM Sotheby’s is proud to support the Colorado Grand. For further information on the company, or to view a list of upcoming events, please visit www.rmauctions.com.

RM Sotheby's
Passport
Transport
Life is a Highway–We’re Going Your Way

Since our founding in 1970, we have shipped thousands of treasured vehicles door-to-door with our fully enclosed auto transporters. Whether your prized possession is your daily driver, a vintage racecar, a classic, a sixties muscle car, a street rod, or a modern exotic you can depend on Passport Transport. We take the extra steps to ensure your vehicles’ safety because we share your appreciation of fine automobiles. Visit our website at www.passporttransport.com.

Passport Transport

Event Staff

Selfless dedication in staging one of the world’s premier vintage-car events
Board of Directors
  • Tom Horan, Event Chairman
  • Terry Hefty, Treasurer
  • Eddie O’Brien, Community Liaison
  • Jorgen Christiansen, Hospitality
  • Don Shires, Charities
  • Phil Shires, Sponsors, Advertising
  • Bill Shires, Technology/Communication
Key Staff Members
  • Greg Bollendonk, Route Book Coordinator
  • Lindsay Christopher, Event Coordinator
  • Dennis Brown, Artist
  • John Waugh, Photography
  • Bill Shires, Website
Mechanics
  • Tom & Kris Ellis
  • Bruce Biggs
  • Bonnie & Reah Mortimer
  • Gary Okoren
  • Alec Giamio
  • Sam Jepson