Celebrating Sam Posey
as A Legend of Motorsports and Champion of Parkinson’s
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Lime Rock Park, CT
Lunch With Our Special Guest: Sam Posey
Join us as we honor Motorsports Hall of Fame inductee Sam Posey – the legendary American former racing driver and sports broadcast journalist – as we visit his home track, Lime Rock Park.
While his racing career found Sam competing worldwide with and against such greats as Mario Andretti, Mark Donohue, Roger Penske, David Hobbs… the list is truly endless!… his love for motorsport has roots in the Connecticut area where he was raised, and primarily at Lime Rock Park. Sam went on to compete in Trans-Am, Champ Cars, NASCAR, and even Formula 1. He stood on the podium at nearly 1/4 of every race he entered, including at Le Mans.
Beyond his fabled motorsports involvement, Sam is also an author, designer and artist.
Help us celebrate his career and achievements as we honor Sam for the other cause he champions – that of being a Parkinson’s warrior. First diagnosed in 1995, his struggles have not stopped his enthusiasm for motorsport or painting and he continues to bring his positive attitude to the community at large, despite his challenges.
We’re hopeful to have some additional FOS (friends of Sam) attending that you’ll enjoy too. What a wonderful afternoon this will be!
Keep scrolling to learn more… of if you’re already “sold”, then you can Register Now!
Private Collection Visit
We will meet on-site at 8:00am with coffee and breakfast treats, along with a guided tour of the eclectic collection of award-winning vintage and race cars. The exact location will be revealed to registered participants ahead of the event.
We will convoy to Lime Rock Park (CT) and encourage participation in classic and modern sports cars, though all cars are welcome.
Lunch Celebrating Sam Posey
Prefer to meet us at Lime Rock Park? No problem! We anticipate arriving in time for a 1pm luncheon celebrating our guest of honor, Sam Posey, at Lime Rock Park.
Sam Posey is a true American racing legend and a Champion of Parkinson’s, having been diagnosed in 1995.
Guest Speaker, John Nikas
John Nikas is an award-winning motoring historian who has authored almost two-dozen books and contributes monthly columns to magazines around the world. He has hosted forums at Pebble Beach and made special appearances at the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed, Simeone Museum, and Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. A prolific vintage racer, he holds an FIA competition license and serves as the lead driving instructor for several organizations. He was the overall winner of the 2011 Mille Miglia North American Tribute in addition to notching numerous class championships in vintage competition.
MORNING:
Private Collection Visit and Convoy
Tax Deductible* Donation: $100 per person
AFTERNOON:
Lunch Celebrating Sam Posey
Tax Deductible* Donation: $150 per person
PLUS ADD-ONS… see below.
Add-On: Thursday Dinner
We would be pleased for Lunch guests to also enjoy a delectable dinner with us! Without a doubt, new friendships will continue to be created and nurtured over dinner, and a relaxing evening of Cars and Camaraderie – sharing our passion for all things automotive.
Tax Deductible* Donation: $150 per person
Add-On: Thursday Overnight
For those inclined to slow things down and have an evening away, join our room block at the nearby Litchfield Inn.
Cost: $350 per room – single or double occupancy – including all taxes and fees
Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease
Hagerty Plus® Roadside Service
Hagerty will cover all participants vehicles – not just those of existing Hagerty clients – with Hagerty Plus® Roadside Service and Benefits during the event dates. Hagerty Plus is a comprehensive full-service roadside assistance program designed specifically for classic cars. Of course, that doesn’t mean it’s only for classics; whatever car you bring on our signature Drive Toward a Cure “Adventure” event will be provided with Hagerty Plus for the duration of the event.
Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson's Disease
The Drive Toward a Cure program has been carefully designed to provide a premium experience while raising much-needed funds to continue the search for a cure for Parkinson’s Disease, while also supporting patient care. Learn more about our beneficiaries, The Parkinson’s Institute and The Michael J. Fox Foundation.
Minor event scheduling and details are subject to change without notice.
* Your charitable donation deduction for federal income tax purposes is defined as the excess of the amount of money contributed minus the value of certain goods or services provided by the charity as required by the IRS. Certain other costs associated with your registration and/or overall event costs do not need to be counted toward the value of goods or services provided to the registrant. Your ability to take a tax deduction depends on your tax situation. Please consult an accountant.