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Celebrity Appearances 2022

Courtney Hansen
Courtney Hansen, Host of "Ride of Your Life" Show on Motor Trend TV. Hansen’s passion for automobiles may have made her a natural choice for shows like “Over- Haulin’” , NASCAR interviewer and "Ride of Your Life". Courtney will be in attendance at MCACN 2022, signing autographs, unveiling cars and being the gorgeous and friendly face we all love to see at MCACN.
Wayne Carini
Our friends at Car Capsule welcome Wayne Carini of Chasing Classic Cars. Meet Wayne in the Car Capsule display in the big room. He will be sharing stories of his many automotive adventures. Always ready to shake hands and sign autographs, Wayne has been a fixture of our hobby in so many ways. His hit TV show is just one example of his passion and enthusiasm for all things on wheels


John Kraman
John Kraman, is the Mecum Auctions Director of Communications and company spokesman. He will be one of our Official EmCee's, helping with our Saturday morning Premier Unveilings, and also hosting several informative seminars.
John will also be performing with his classic rock trio, Redline 7000, who will be performing Live at MCACN Saturday evening.
John will also be performing with his classic rock trio, Redline 7000, who will be performing Live at MCACN Saturday evening.
Chuck Cantwell
Carroll Shelby hired Chuck Cantwell from General Motors to develop the GT350. When Shelby hired Cantwell, he got an experienced project engineer and an accomplished driver who was a three-time SCCA Division class champion. Shelby knew he was the man to engineer and evaluate the Mustang to create a highly competitive street and race car. We are honored to have Mr. Cantwell joining us Saturday and Sunday in our 1965 Shelby GT350 Advanced Prototype Invitational display.


Arnie "The Farmer" Beswick
We are pleased to announce that Arnie "The Farmer" Beswick will be joining us Saturday and Sunday. With an incredible career spanning back near 70 years, Arnie has plenty of stories to share. Be sure to meet Arnie and pick up a copy of his new book, available at the show, which he will be signing along with author Dean Fait. And yes...he really is a farmer!
Cherielynn Westrich
Cherielynn may be best known as a Car Builder on the A-Team on the hit show Overhaulin', with Chip Foose. She brings all of the car fab skills to the table, welding, fabricating, wiring and gauge restoration. She also is the proud owner of a company that specializes in Hydraulic clutch pedal kits, Malwood USA. And believe it or not, she has added to her extensive resume and it now includes Iowa State Representative. Cherielynn will be with us Saturday and Sunday.


JP Emerson
Having regularly provided content for many globally recognized publications, manufacturers, websites, blogs and a top secret list of celebrity and auto insiders, he understands the bond between cars and owners.
JP will be hosting several unveilings Saturday morning and will be broadcasting live his nationally acclaimed podcast.
JP will be hosting several unveilings Saturday morning and will be broadcasting live his nationally acclaimed podcast.
Jim and Tom Tignanelli
Two more legends from the premier days of Super Stock drag racing. Jim and Tom played key roles in a variety of drag racing classes and the development of numerous performance parts. They will be showing their '68 426 Hemi Barracuda in our Legends of Super Stock Invitational display and will also join our Legends panel discussions, Saturday and Sunday.


Jim Mattison
Jim is known world-wide for his Pontiac Historical Services, but he also played a key role in COPO programs and the ZL1 "back in the day." Jim will host several seminars this year, and will also share some great stories about his personal experiences with many interesting personalities.
Paul Rossi
Legendary drag racer Paul Rossi formed the foundation of the original Mopar Direct Connection program. Paul will be joining us Saturday and Sunday along with his beautiful '70 Challenger. He will also be a part of our Legends of Super Stock panel discussions both days.


Steve Garrett
Steve started the CORVETTE TODAY podcast in April 2020. Currently there are over 130 episodes available. CORVETTE TODAY averages approximately 14,000 listeners and viewers each month and remains the ONLY current podcast on Corvettes. Steve will be onsite to interview enthusiasts for CORVETTE TODAY just like a radio show. He will also do a Q&A session and a presentation on stage Saturday to talk about the current state of the Corvette hobby.
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