Glamour, charity and those cars

Glamour, charity and those cars: "Glamour, charity and those cars

January 13, 2006



BY JULIE HINDS

FREE PRESS STAFF WRITER

There was no lack of heat Friday at the 2006 North American International Auto Show Charity Preview.

Dressed to the nines in tuxes and skin-baring gowns, the estimated 17,000 gala guests basked in the unseasonably warm weather.

“I think it is fabulous. No coat required,” said Corinne Cuff, 40, of Troy. “I think it is a good omen. It’s going to make people think more positively about Michigan in January.”

Did we mention hip-hop star Ashanti performed at the Chrysler stand? Sizzling.

The charity preview is expected to raise $6.8 million for 11 local children’s charities. It also raised some hopes for the coming year."