by Hannibal Reitano
The press conference was lead by Sir Jackie Stewart and Horacio Pagani also included were Manuel Mantilla CEO Mercedes Benz Argentina, Juan Carli President of Fangio Fundation, Guillermo Montenegro Mayor of Mar del Plata, Esteban Reino Mayor of Balcarce and Oreste Berta car designer
Sir Jackie Stewart told several heartfelt stories "Fangio was the best driver I ever saw racing, Argentina should be proud and lucky to have him"
Horacio Pagani also said "I owe my career to Juan Manuel Fangio, he was the one who opened the doors of Europe to me.
Following the press conference, the Mayor of Mar del Plata and Balcarce recognize Sir Jackie Stewart as an "Illustrious Citizen"
A Cocktail concluded the evening in the Circular Salón of the Hotel.
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| Hotel Provincial Mar del Plata |
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| Replica of the steering wheel of the 1957 Nurburgring Grand Prix |
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| Sir Jackie Stewart 1970's helmet |
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| Fangio's 1950's helmets and tools wallet |
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| "Illustrious Citizen of Mar del Plata and Balcarce' presentation |
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| Horacio Pagani and Hannibal Reitano |
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| Entrance to the Circular Salón |
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| Sir Jackie Stewart and Hannibal Reitano |
