Perkins still perking
Name: Jim Perkins
Age: 74
Update: Overseeing a new venture at Hendrick Cos. to market restored classic cars
History: Started his General Motors career in 1960; held jobs with Chevrolet across the country; oversaw GM dealer relations; assistant general manager of Buick; left for Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. in 1984; directed the launch of Lexus; ran Chevrolet Division 1989-96; CEO of Hendrick Automotive; CEO of Hendrick Cos.
Anybody who thinks starting an automotive venture is a young man's game hasn't been following the career of Jim Perkins.
