The Washington DC Auto Show is a beloved annual tradition and the largest public event of its kind in the nation's capital, set to commence on Jan 23rd-Feb 6th, 2026. The Corvette Club of America (CCA) is a proud participant.
"It's really special to see six-year-old girls and eight-year-old boys light up," said CCA member Kera Weaber Aronson. "They ask, 'Can I sit in your car?' It's their first Corvette experience."
Founded in 1956, the CCA has over 177 members nationwide, with most in the DC-Maryland-Virginia area. Based in Maryland, the Club holds community events and gatherings, welcoming anyone with a love for Corvettes-no ownership required. The Club is known for its multigenerational appeal, with many couples and families taking part.
One of the CCA's signature events is a visit to a Maryland elder care facility. "Residents see cars they remember from the 1950s and '60s," said Aronson. "It sparks stories and smiles."
A highlight among CCA members is the Weaber family's 1978 Silver Anniversary Corvette. This special edition features unique "fastback" styling and a two-tone silver paint job. Only 15,283 were produced in this color combination, and just 15% were made with a manual transmission.
John Weaber, then a young attorney, bought the car new. Over the decades, it became a treasured part of the family. His daughter, Kera, helped polish it as a child and grew to love it. Kera's daughter, Luciana, wrote heartfelt essays to her grandfather each year asking him to gift the car to her mom.
In 2024, for Mother's Day, Luciana's wish came true. John gave Kera the pristine "Silver Queen" Corvette, now with just 25,254 miles on the odometer.
"She's amazing at driving stick," Luciana wrote. "She will treasure this car and keep it alive."
From auto show floor to family heirloom, the story of this Corvette is one of love, legacy, and generations bonded by a passion for the open road.
The Corvette Club of America attracts multiple generations of the same family.