The Resurrection of the Cotton Candy Corvette
“Nostalgia”… that’s a word that describes Bunny & The Boys’ inspiring career in more ways than a 1979 Corvette Funny Car ever will. In spite of 45 years of racing through life’s obstacles with a constant mixture of triumph and tragedy, at an age when most drivers have already retired their helmet to the shelf, Bunny is embarking on yet another mission very close to her heart.
Being a “Survivor” herself, Bunny has launched a project called “Burnout Breast Cancer”. She is determined to promote awareness on how important early detection can be in saving lives.
Nearing completion is Bunny’s 1979 pink “Cotton Candy” nostalgia Corvette that will represent her breast cancer campaign, using the familiar pink ribbon and the Bunny logo that is recognized by fans of all ages.
Always operating on a very modest budget, Bunny & The Boys have spread the word, asking for help in supporting this important mission. Stepping up to the plate is “THE SHOP”, located in Beltsville, Maryland. The overall design, paint, and lettering will be applied by the skillful and talented hand of Chuck Buckler, formerly of Banshie Studios. Partner Steve Wisooker, formerly of House of Powder, has promised his first “Pink” powder coating job for the Corvette. The fact that everything is being done by “THE SHOP”, under the same roof, is considered by Bunny to be a true blessing.
Jim Gloyd of Line-X in Frederick, Maryland is a major supporter of the campaign, utilizing the Corvette for displays and sponsoring benefit events year round. Bruce Mullins Fabrication in Fredericksburg, Virginia tackled the job of mounting and shaping the sheet metal to fit the chassis. Mullins Fabrication is also prepping a rough molded body for both paint and powder coating to be applied by “THE SHOP”.
Larry Williams of Williams Graphics, located in Joliet, IL, prepared the final rendering and is also creating the artwork for a T-shirt design.
Our goal is to raise funds for Susan G. Komen For The Cure, a three day walk, held yearly to raise funds for breast cancer research and early detection. Bunny will be participating in the walk as “Team Sunshine”, which was organized in the name of Jr. Dragster racer, JC Gloyd, who lost his mother to Breast Cancer. Members are welcome to participate with us. Donations may be made in our name on the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk website (www.komen.org). Funds must be raised in order to participate in the walk. 100% of the proceeds will go to this cause.
The planned debut will be at Maryland International Raceway’s “Legends of the Creek” event on June 25th-27th. We will also be appearing at tracks and nostalgia events on the East Coast throughout the year.
Many thanks to THE SHOP, Bruce Mullins Fabrication, Williams Graphics, Line-X of Frederick, Md. and all my hardworking BOYS for their contributions to the “Burnout Breast Cancer” awareness campaign.
