EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 Formula 1 fans and automotive enthusiasts got an up-close look at a Cadillac F1 race car during a one-day public viewing event at Bravo Cadillac on Thursday.<\/p>\n
The complimentary event was held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the dealership, located at 6555 Montana Ave. <\/p>\n
It featured the Cadillac F1 race car, exotic-car displays, food and drink vendors and live music from DJ Johnny Kage.<\/p>\n
Bravo Auto Group CEO and founder Raymond Palacios said the event gave the community a rare opportunity to experience Formula 1 racing in person.<\/p>\n
We are excited to host this once-in-a-lifetime complimentary event for our community,\u201d Palacios said. \u201cF1 is a world-class sport with a tremendous following, and we couldn\u2019t be happier to make this experience possible for our region.<\/p>\n
The event came as Cadillac built anticipation for its first year in Formula 1 with drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio \u201cCheco\u201d Perez.<\/p>\n
Martin Rocha, Bravo Auto Group\u2019s marketing director, said seeing the race car in person created a unique experience for local fans.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s not every day that you get a chance to see an F1 car up close and we want to make this as memorable as possible for everyone,\u201d Rocha said.<\/p>\n
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