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Jim Edlund and his wife Chris are the Co-Founders of the Danville d’Elegance and its Foundation. The Foundation was started over 14 years ago and has raised over 3.5 million dollars for Parkinson’s research and patient care. Jim has been involved with the Danville d’Elegance since creating the Foundation and the concours takes place every year in September in Danville, California. The event includes the concours, a Tour d’Elegance, a Gala dinner, and more. Jim is a senior coach for Hooked on Driving where he works with past Cars Yeah guest David Ray Jim and Chris own their own business, Christe James Jewelers, in Danville, California.
SHOW SPONSORS
Covercraft • MetronGarage • Christopher Kimball Financial Services • Danville Concours d’Elegance
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE
“We all have a finite amount of time on this planet… what are you going to do with your time and finances to make a difference?”
CAREER & LIFE CHALLENGES
Getting through his wife’s accident and all the challenges her recovery has brought.
FIRST SPECIAL VEHICLE
A 1972 MGB
AUTOMOTIVE ADVICE
Don’t buy a new car.
RESOURCES
Talking to people older than yourself.
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein*
PARTING WORDS OF ADVICE
Come visit the Danville Concours d’Elegance.
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