With a design career at General Motors spanning over four decades, Chuck Jordan left a bold and lasting impression on Corvette design. Starting his GM journey under Harley Earl, Jordan eventually rose to Vice President of Design in 1986. His influence extended from Cadillac tailfins to early Corvette styling, and his leadership helped shape futuristic concepts like the Corvette Indy, CERV III, and Stingray III. Beyond the drawing board, Jordan mentored countless designers, ensuring his legacy continues to drive innovation today.

Known as a powerhouse of endurance racing in the C4 era, Kim Baker built a legacy of performance that left an indelible mark on Corvette motorsports. Founder of Bakeracing, he dominated the SCCA Endurance Championship in 1986 and 1987, and his racing success led to Corvette’s temporary ban from competition in 1988. A former Corvette test driver and Goodyear development partner, Baker was instrumental in shaping the high-performance characteristics of the ZR-1, and was part of the world-record-setting ZR-1 team with Tommy Morrison.

Corvette Racing fans know Jim and Charley Robertson as the heartbeat of the paddock. From organizing pit tours to running auctions that benefit both the Museum and local charities, the Robertsons have transformed Corvette Racing events into community-driven experiences. Their generosity and dedication have turned thousands of spectators into lifelong supporters of the brand and champions of the Museum’s mission.

The Corvette Hall of Fame proudly announces its 2025 class of members-elect, who will be formally inducted during a ceremony on Friday, August 29, 2025, as part of the National Corvette Museum’s 31st Anniversary Celebration. 

Established in 1998 by the National Corvette Museum, the Corvette Hall of Fame stands as the highest honor in the Corvette community. For 27 years, it has recognized trailblazers whose passion, integrity, and accomplishments have shaped the history of America’s Sports Car. 

Each year, inductees are selected from three categories: Racing, GM/Chevrolet, and Enthusiast. The 2025 Corvette Hall of Fame class includes:  

Racing – Kim Baker, SCCA Corvette Racer 

Kim Baker was a standout driver in the SCCA’s professional endurance racing division throughout the 1980s. Growing up in Western Massachusetts, he began his motorsports journey by competing in autocross events as a teenager. His SCCA career took off in 1984, shortly after he started racing his new C4 Corvette. 

Over the next several years, Baker built his team, Baker Racing, into a dominant force in the SCCA Endurance Championship, capturing the title each year from 1985 through 1987. Two key factors behind his success were his experience as a Corvette test driver and his strategic partnership with Goodyear. Baker’s standout performance in 1985 earned him multiple bonuses from Goodyear, support he turned into a full sponsorship the following season. 

Corvette became so dominant in the Endurance Championship that in 1988, the SCCA banned Corvettes and Baker Racing from competing in the division. Undeterred, Baker continued racing in other series and remained involved in Corvette performance testing. He contributed to the pre-production testing of the ZR-1 in 1989 and was a member of Tommy Morrison’s world-record-setting ZR-1 team. 

Although Baker later explored stock car racing and other forms of motorsports, he and his team are still best known for their dominance in SCCA endurance racing and for enhancing the performance reputation of the C4 Corvette. 

GM-Chevrolet – Chuck Jordan, General Motors VP of Design 

Chuck Jordan had an affinity for sketching cars as a boy, and his passion for automobiles led to a 43-year career with General Motors, beginning in 1949. As a protégé of Harley Earl, Jordan held design roles with Cadillac, Opel AG, Oldsmobile, and Buick. In 1986, he became GM’s Vice President of Design, where his leadership revitalized the creative energy of the design staff. 

Guided by the mantra “no dull cars,” Jordan championed the fun and excitement of automotive design, embracing both production vehicles and concept cars. Among his early contributions were the iconic Cadillacs of the late 1950s, recognized for their sweeping fins and bold chrome details. He also played a role in the design of the 1958 Corvette. 

In the later years of his career, Jordan oversaw the design of vehicles such as the Pontiac Firebird, Buick Reatta, and Cadillac STS. As Vice President of Design, he directed the creation of several concept cars that had a significant impact on the Corvette’s evolution, including the Corvette Indy, the CERV III, and the Stingray III. 

Jordan also influenced the styling of the C2, C3, and C4 production Corvettes and was a vocal advocate for preserving the Corvette program during the development of the C5. Deeply passionate about automotive design, he was admired and respected by colleagues across the industry. After retiring from GM, Jordan continued to inspire future designers by teaching automotive design to high school students in his native Southern California.

Enthusiast – Charley & Jim Robertson, Corvette Racing Ambassadors 

Jim and Charley Robertson are well-known figures in the Corvette Racing community. They are on a first-name basis with drivers, team members, GM executives, and many fans. At any given race, you can find them volunteering in the paddock or corrals, helping to streamline autograph lines, and even gathering extra posters for charity auctions. 

Beyond race day, Jim and Charley play a vital role in organizing special events and strengthening the bond between Corvette Racing and its fan base. If you’re on Charley’s email list, you’re always in the know with the latest team news. Her social media channels are a trusted source for racing updates and fan engagement. 

Although their efforts might resemble those of a professional PR team, their commitment is entirely volunteer-driven and powered by a deep love for the team and the Corvette community. The Robertsons are also active members of the Circle City Corvette Club, based in Dothan, Alabama. Through the club, they launched an annual auction of Corvette Racing memorabilia donated by the team. The proceeds benefit both local charities and the National Corvette Museum. 

“Each inductee in this year’s Hall of Fame class represents a distinct and powerful thread in the fabric of Corvette history,” said Bryce Burklow, President and CEO of the National Corvette Museum. “From track dominance to design innovation and fan-driven passion, the 2025 class exemplifies what it means to contribute to the Corvette legacy. These individuals have not only elevated the brand, they have helped define what Corvette means to generations of enthusiasts around the world.” 

2024 Induction

Corvette Enthusiast Category

Richard Prince

For more than 30 years, Richard Prince has built a career as a leading automobile photographer. Although Prince’s contacts and connections in the automotive world span the globe, he has a special relationship with Corvettes. Prince remembers driving a 1966 Corvette to his high school prom. After college, Prince and his wife started a Corvette restoration business in 1988 and the two of them would work on restoring many award-winning cars. Four years later, Prince’s editorial career began when he started writing a column for ‘Vette in 1992. As the column grew in popularity, he sold the restoration shop and began to expand his photography skills. Prince then established a partnership with Corvette Racing, planning to write a book about the team’s initial testing and first three years of competition. Once the factory program was renewed, Prince’s role transformed into the official photographer of Corvette Racing, capturing the team’s most iconic moments on the track.

In addition to his work with Corvette Racing, Prince’s photography has appeared in over 400 publications in more than 80 different countries. These publications include Car and Driver, Road & Track, Motor Trend, and Automobile. Prince serves as a tech editor for Corvette Magazine, writing several articles including a regular Q&A column. He has photographed every Corvette generation and variant from the C5 on. In 1999, he published his first book, a C3 restoration and technical guide. More recent works include Corvette 70 Years: The One and Only and Corvette Stingray: The Mid-Engine Evolution.

2024 Induction

Corvette Racing Category

Oliver Gavin and Jan Magnussen

Oliver Gavin and Jan Magnussen became two of Corvette Racing’s brightest stars over a decorated run together in the 2000s and 2010s. Both drivers had a background in open-wheel racing before they transitioned to sports cars. Gavin joined Pratt & Miller for the ALMS endurance races in 2002, taking a full-time seat in the No. 4 Corvette the following year. Magnussen was Gavin’s co-driver in the No. 4 for the 12 Hours of Sebring and the Petit Le Mans each year from 2004-2006. During this time, Gavin, Magnussen, and Olivier Beretta won the Petit Le Mans twice and Sebring once. For the 2007 season, Magnussen got a full-time ride in the No. 3 Corvette. He and Gavin would represent Pratt & Miller as teammates for the next 13 racing seasons, building Corvette Racing into a competitive force.

Both drivers showcased their tremendous racing ability behind the wheel of Corvettes. Gavin is the winningest driver in the history of the Corvette Racing team with 51 victories in over 200 starts. His career accomplishments include five class wins in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, five wins in the 12 Hours of Sebring, and five in the Petit Le Mans. Magnussen holds 34 wins including four at Le Mans, four at Sebring, and three at the Petit Le Mans. Gavin and Magnussen have also combined for eight championships in ALMS and the IMSA SportsCar Championship.

2024 Induction

General Motors/Chevrolet Category

Tadge Juechter

In 2006, Juechter became the fifth chief engineer of the Corvette, a position he still holds today. However, his roots with GM stretch all the way back to 1977. Educated in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Juechter never intended to seek employment with GM, but he tagged along with a friend to a job interview with the company and wound up getting hired. He served in several different roles within GM including manufacturing, research and development, vehicle development, and product design. Juechter’s professional career with Corvette began in 1993. He became Total Vehicle Systems Engineer for the in-development C5, but also worked on later versions of the C4. Beginning in 1999, he served as Corvette’s Assistant Chief Engineer until assuming his current role.

To date, Juechter has worked on five generations of Corvettes. His contributions to the C6 version of the ZR-1 ensured that Corvette would remain part of GM’s product line as the company worked through bankruptcy. He led the development of the C7 and made a special point to redesign the interior of the Corvette. The mid-engine C8 is the first Corvette Juechter got to create from the ground up. Under his leadership, Corvette’s reputation as one of the world’s finest sports cars continues to grow.