blakely history
bernardi
bernardi history & story

The grill of the Bernardi was, and is an impressive statement. Once Art had full control of Blakely Auto Works we began to see the vision he had for further growth of the company.
The basic concept of the Blakely was strong. The design was original, the engineering of the chassis was superb. the quality of the fiberglass exceeded that of any of the competitors, and driving a Blakely was a wonderful experience. Art was now able to focus his attention on the details of the design.
In a note to potential customers he wrote "We've gone to great lengths to provide our customers with the engineering and design necessary to create a genuine sports car, not just a fragile impersonation of a retired thoroughbred."
"Blakely Bernardi owners get out and use their cars, not just admire them. Our products sell our customers and our customers sell our products!" Art Herschberger, President
The basic concept of the Blakely was strong. The design was original, the engineering of the chassis was superb. the quality of the fiberglass exceeded that of any of the competitors, and driving a Blakely was a wonderful experience. Art was now able to focus his attention on the details of the design.
In a note to potential customers he wrote "We've gone to great lengths to provide our customers with the engineering and design necessary to create a genuine sports car, not just a fragile impersonation of a retired thoroughbred."
"Blakely Bernardi owners get out and use their cars, not just admire them. Our products sell our customers and our customers sell our products!" Art Herschberger, President
This car came to my attention when the owner brought it by my business, Emmons Coachworks, Ltd, in Villa Park, IL from 1988 - 2005
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