Peter Brock has become a blogger! Sometimes referred to as the Energizer Bunny, Brock continues to delight us with his designs, insights and stories.
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March 22, 2019 March 16, 2019
The BRE Parts Business
Who was the person you worked with the most closely at Shelby’s and how did he contribute to your success?
What I like about Peter is that he is not only a great designer but also a great person. He has touched all the American car Icons not only with his design prowess but also with the teams he has put together. Designing and racing are in his blood. If only Carroll Shelby had given Peter to race the Shelby cars in competition his legacy would have also included winning races. Peter is one of a kind and we are just happy to have met him and enjoyed not only the 1963 Corvette that he influenced but also the Aerovault Trailer he designed. We look forward to your open house in Oct.
Both you and Gayle must stay healthy and enjoy everyday to its fullest.
Hi Darwin….I had a chance to see the new Shelby documentary movie in Monterey. It was made by Adam Corolla’s team. It’s more than two hours long, so covers a big time span. I don’t know when it’ll be officially released but I’ll let you know if I hear anything. Peter
Where did you get your skills as a designer, from what I keep reading, it was very “engineer-minded” designs, but they were all still so beautifully shaped
Thanks for your interest in my design philosophy Simon. Wherever possible I prioritize function. Initially, this may create an unfamiliar form, but if it’s successful it’s esthetic beauty then becomes self-evident. As the for basic skills to display these ideas? Those can be learned at any good design school like Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, Ca or the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit.
Wow Peter. I didn’t know that you were the designer of my favorite Corvette body also. Way cool.
Excellent information Pete. I have read your Corvette book and always enjoyed learning about your time at GM.
The Daytona Coupe is the epitome of functional beauty!
Enthusiasts world wide thank you for sticking by your Daytona Coupe design and build when the company was filled with doubters!
had the pleasure of hearing your presentation at Simeone museum 11/16 and meeting you after to show pictures of my 63 Sebring Silver Split Window Coupe. I still get goose bumps when re-reading your book [Corvette Stingray: Genesis of an American Icon] over and over. Besides my copy, I gave each of my 2 sons signed copies as well as they also appreciate the C2 Corvette. Thanks for your web site and Blog.
Hi Peter, really enjoying your blog and reading your personal views and experiences on subjects dear to your fans hearts.
Paul
Another great post, Peter! I hope that you plan on keeping the stories coming. I love reading the history from the guy who was there!
…These little slivers of history are really great! Thank you!
Hello Pete,
Thank You for sharing another personal account and insight on the history of the cars that we all love. Really enjoy reading these and always look forward to the next.
Thanks Again,
Tom Marshalek
Thanks, Peter. I always enjoy hearing of your experiences at Shelby, as well as at GM.
Why an I not surprised about Pete’s career….know him and Gayle well, but love the details….it’s always disappointing to see Car Execs short sighted on future…we/they can thank Mitchell for sticking to his believes and selecting Pete’s ideas…..Ford was better because of Shelby with the Cobra, GT350 and Daytona Coupe once again with Pete right there to make it happen!!
Hi there, Pete!
I absolutely love these fascinating and brief stories! Thank you for sharing your wonderful history!
Greatly appreciated!
John Saia
ShelbyGuy
Nice insight Peter! Thanks for sharing.