Kobe Bryant Memorabilia Auction Starts Oct. 15

Pretend City's upcoming online auction and fundraiser will feature a one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia item, a T3 Series electric stand-up vehicle (ESV) autographed by NBA Star Kobe Bryant. Donated by T3 Motion, Inc., the three-wheeled personal mobility vehicle sports Los Angeles Lakers colors and is one of the most unique sports collectibles ever offered. Bryant signed the T3 during the museum's private opening ceremony on August 28 in Irvine, where he and his family were honored as Pretend City's "first family" and received the keys to the city. The event was attended by over 300 guests, including Congressmen and Orange County mayors and council members.

In addition to the T3 Series, fans can also bid on a pair of Kobe's autographed game-worn shoes. The auction will begin October 15 on eBay and run for ten days. All proceeds will benefit Pretend City. Please visit www.pretendcity.org to sign up and be notified when the auction goes live.

"We are thrilled to have Kobe Bryant's participation in this exciting fundraiser," said Bill H. Lyon, chair of Pretend City's board of directors and president and COO of William Lyon Homes. "Pretend City's mission is one of education, and our hope is to put all the money raised toward new exhibits that benefit families and the community at large. I think sports fans and collectors will be very excited to have the chance to own the autographed T3, as it's truly unlike any other memorabilia item available today."

The groundbreaking, all-electric T3 Series ESV from T3 Motion is a zero gas emissions, clean energy vehicle that's simple, intuitive and economical to operate. Its 9-inch-raised platform provides visibility, with a zero-degree turning radius for agility. The T3 can carry up to 450 pounds and is fitted with adjustable headlights as well as brake, running and emergency lights. It's a rugged performer with selectable top speeds of up to 25 mph. Innovative power management technology means long battery runtime, fast charging and easy, plug-and-play battery module changes. And this one is a true one-of-a-kind, autographed personally by Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant!