our chapter
The Carolinas Chapter, formed in 1996, is part of the National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) and is dedicated to the restoration, preservation, and enjoyment of Corvettes 1953 - 2007. The Carolinas Chapter brings a part of the National NCRS to the local area where you can become involved in activities within the Carolinas.
We invite you to join us at one of our road tours, technical sessions, judging schools, or judging events. Check out our Events page for all future events! Our focus is primarily Corvettes, but good cars bring good friends together. Won't you come and join us?
We cover the Carolinas with members from the coast to the mountains.
The Carolinas Chapter is proud to be a Top Flight® Chapter.
Chairman's notes
Ed Harbor eharbour16@gmail.com
MARCH-APRIL 2026
FROM THE CHAPTER CHAIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ed Harbour
The NCRS National Convention on July 26 – 30 in Charleston was a great event with many of our Carolinas members in attendance. Both the venue and host hotel were an excellent location for our national convention. The National Board has decided to hold the NCRS National Convention again in Charlston in 2029. Carolinas Chapter members received approximately 23 awards — some members multiple honors including judging level and cars in Flight judging, Mark-of-Excellence, and Open Class. Jesse Walker received a McLellan Award for his 1991 ZR-1; Daniel Wood, a Hill Award for his 1991; Steven Heck, a Wallace Award for his 2006; Karla Wallace, a Wallace Award for her 2006; and Kirk Turner, a Crossed-Flag Award for his 2007.
As members of the Carolinas Chapter know, Charleston in late July is hot and humid, and this year was no exception. Monday morning operations judging in the convention center parking deck was challenging for both car owners and judges, and more than a few shirts had to be changed. In the end, owners and cars came through fine and moved into the air-conditioned convention center.
On August 15, I had planned to drive my 1968 Corvette convertible from Morrisville to Darrell’s for the event. The car was ready and more than willing to make the roughly 140-mile trip each way, and I was confident it would perform flawlessly. However, the large buttercream cake for the 30th anniversary celebration had other plans. The bakery made it clear that the cake had to stay cold during transport, and I must admit I was not too disappointed to avoid driving a non-A/C big-block car in 95-degree heat. Looking ahead •
September 25: Lunch and road tour, Morganton to Asheville • September 25–26: Fall judging, membership meeting, and election at Asheville • October 22-24:
Holiday party at Janet and Harold Kennedy’s home in Grey Court, SC
SAVE THE WAVE !
FROM THE REGION IV DIRECTOR………………………………………RICHARD SMALL
Region IV Director 6/26
We are moving through 2026 at a rapid pace, and the chapters in Region IV are thriving. Members across the Carolinas, Southeast, and Florida have successfully wrapped up a series of well-attended events. Looking ahead, all eyes are on the Southeast Chapter as they host their Buy-a-Vette event in Atlanta. Event organizer Rich Mauser has been hard at work, and preparations are fully complete for what promises to be a standout gathering for Corvette enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for the upcoming National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) National Convention, running from July 26th to the 30th at the Charleston Convention Center in South Carolina. I am preparing to make the trip, and I encourage all Region IV members to join. It is an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Corvette lovers, participate in technical seminars, judge some cars and attend judging schools. Regionally, the weather has been thick and muggy, though thankfully there are nohurricanes currently on the horizon.
Any questions, don’t hesitate to call: 321.288.7440
redline times newsletter
The award-winning newsletter of the Carolinas Chapter, The Redline Times has received the
Golden Quill Award from Old Cars Weekly ELEVEN times and the NCRS Chapter Top Flight Award for 11 years.
Edited & produced by Reba Whittington.
JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2023
A recap on this year’s Christmas Party at Paul & Mary’s, preparing for the Regional in May, membership updates, and all the technical knowledge you need on torque vs. horsepower. Welcome to the new year!
Charleston NCRS National Award winners 2026
Member Advancements: Paula Culbertson-Tabulator Award,
Master Judge Awards: Casey Clark-100, Leslie Tapp-100, Ray Culbertson-200, Chris Henry-200, Frank Everitt-300, Wayne Jackson-300, Alan Beaver-400, Kirk Turner-200, Red Hat.
Flight Awards: Wayne Jackson-Top Flight, Brett Groome-Top Flight, Jessie Walker-P.V. passed, Top Flight, McLellan Mark of Excellance, Steven Heck-Top Flight, Wallace Mark Of Excellance, Kirk Turner-Crossflags.
Sportsman Awards: Chris Henry-Sportsman, Brian McIntyre-Sportsman, Bob Kinstrey-Sportsman.
**This is the best list I could determine, some possible errors or obmissions could be encluded or missed.
Carolinas Members get around:
Several CCNCRS members traveled to Lilburn GA. to help in Judging at the SE Chapter meet, June 2026.
