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rich07 · 26 Mar 2015, 08:08 (Ref:3519677)

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Originally Posted by nasportscar

I really want a GT3 Vette racing in the United States http://nasportscar.com/we-need-a-gt3...states-pronto/

It's not going to happen, GM politics to blame for that. Might as well not bother entertaining that thought as it's virtually impossible.

nasportscar · 26 Mar 2015, 13:50 (Ref:3519844)

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Originally Posted by rich07

It's not going to happen, GM politics to blame for that. Might as well not bother entertaining that thought as it's virtually impossible.

yeah...that's kinda what the whole post is about

Akrapovic · 26 Mar 2015, 13:52 (Ref:3519845)

I'm of the opinion that GT cars should be doing rolling starts. I don't think either is safer or more dangerous - both have positives and negatives.

Coach Ep · 26 Mar 2015, 14:02 (Ref:3519851)

didn't they do at least one rolling one at Cota (Sunday)?

TRspitfirefan · 26 Mar 2015, 14:42 (Ref:3519881)

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Originally Posted by rich07

It's not going to happen, GM politics to blame for that. Might as well not bother entertaining that thought as it's virtually impossible.

CRP ran a PWC spec Vette last year at some races.
If someone purchased a Callaway GT3 and wanted to run it in world challenge, I don't think GM would need to be involved.

Coach Ep · 26 Mar 2015, 14:54 (Ref:3519886)

It could have severe consequences for Callaway though when GM will no longer approve their GT3 project and stops part deliveries for instance. And not to mention denying a possible future C7 successor project, basically killing Callaway's future racing business...

I'm also not expecting to see the other Camaro in GT, contrary to the current rumors/expectations, GM's influence with the series is too big and PWC will not risk a dispute with one of their biggest (the biggest?) sponsors.

Maybe it'll all change when Ford decides to make a GT3 version of it's new GT and bring it to PWC in the near future!

Anyways, more than a privateer Corvette GT3, right now the series could do with a Pro Viper.

TRspitfirefan · 26 Mar 2015, 15:13 (Ref:3519889)

This could be interesting.

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WC Vision’s Scott Bove and SRO Motorsports’ Stephane Ratel To Unveil Global Events This Friday

http://www.world-challenge.com/index...ts-this-friday

ttdriver2009 · 26 Mar 2015, 16:23 (Ref:3519926)

Global World Challenge with endurance events? That would really make the series take off. I really hope that is the announcement.

Mechanic Z · 26 Mar 2015, 17:33 (Ref:3519947)

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Originally Posted by TRspitfirefan

This could be interesting.

http://www.world-challenge.com/index...ts-this-friday

Can't wait to find out what it is...

NaBUru38 · 26 Mar 2015, 21:37 (Ref:3520052)

I'd love a world final at Potrero de los Funes...

Matt · 26 Mar 2015, 23:15 (Ref:3520100)

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Originally Posted by ttdriver2009

Global World Challenge with endurance events? That would really make the series take off. I really hope that is the announcement.

With what money?

Most of the teams wouldn't be able to afford a world enduro tour.

Coach Ep · 27 Mar 2015, 12:46 (Ref:3520291)

probably an end-of-season-finale in the US in 2016 (to replace Baku as they'll be busy with Bernie's circus by that time) or a 2 leg finale US-Europe.

And maybe World challenge contenders could score points towards a Blancpain Global GT series 'championship'.

**FIRE** · 27 Mar 2015, 13:33 (Ref:3520309)

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Originally Posted by Coach Ep

It could have severe consequences for Callaway though when GM will no longer approve their GT3 project and stops part deliveries for instance. And not to mention denying a possible future C7 successor project, basically killing Callaway's future racing business...

I'm also not expecting to see the other Camaro in GT, contrary to the current rumors/expectations, GM's influence with the series is too big and PWC will not risk a dispute with one of their biggest (the biggest?) sponsors.

Maybe it'll all change when Ford decides to make a GT3 version of it's new GT and bring it to PWC in the near future!

Anyways, more than a privateer Corvette GT3, right now the series could do with a Pro Viper.

Purchase through middle man.

But I understand what you mean. To risky for Callaway to sell to US customer.

nasportscar · 27 Mar 2015, 18:39 (Ref:3520509)

A few details that were hinted at earlier about the SRO/PWC partnership

http://nasportscar.com/world-challen...t-join-forces/

TRspitfirefan · 27 Mar 2015, 20:30 (Ref:3520568)

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Originally Posted by nasportscar

A few details that were hinted at earlier about the SRO/PWC partnership

http://nasportscar.com/world-challen...t-join-forces/

http://www.world-challenge.com/news/...ect-dates.html
So a double header weekend at Cota, with Blancpain GT and PWC.
Sounds awesome!

I'm a bit confused by the round in Italy in 2016. Will PWC compete as its own series, or will PWC teams race alongside the Blancpain cars?

Exciting times for GT racing fans!

nasportscar · 6 Apr 2015, 13:59 (Ref:3524348)

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Originally Posted by TRspitfirefan

http://www.world-challenge.com/news/...ect-dates.html
So a double header weekend at Cota, with Blancpain GT and PWC.
Sounds awesome!

I'm a bit confused by the round in Italy in 2016. Will PWC compete as its own series, or will PWC teams race alongside the Blancpain cars?

Exciting times for GT racing fans!

My understanding is there will be separate rounds of PWC and BSS. Should have a little more info coming up this week

Coach Ep · 13 Apr 2015, 21:09 (Ref:3527206)

http://www.world-challengetv.com/#/races/1241

When talking about Blancpain GT visiting CotA next year in March, Bove clearly mentions the words "in a endurance format" - is he hinting at BES @ CotA? Interesting!

nasportscar · 14 Apr 2015, 00:56 (Ref:3527249)

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Originally Posted by Coach Ep

http://www.world-challengetv.com/#/races/1241

When talking about Blancpain GT visiting CotA next year in March, Bove clearly mentions the words "in a endurance format" - is he hinting at BES @ CotA? Interesting!

They could probably do both BSS and BES

Speed-King · 14 Apr 2015, 06:38 (Ref:3527283)

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Originally Posted by nasportscar

They could probably do both BSS and BES

Who's paying the freight for a 60 car field?

I guess "endurance format" could also refer to the two-driver-races that BSS does, couldn't it?

nasportscar · 14 Apr 2015, 10:54 (Ref:3527338)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

Who's paying the freight for a 60 car field?

I guess "endurance format" could also refer to the two-driver-races that BSS does, couldn't it?

I'm excited to see how this partnership really works out after all the details are in place. Will have some answers soon and I'll post it for you guys to read.

Coach Ep · 14 Apr 2015, 14:02 (Ref:3527397)

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Originally Posted by Speed-King

Who's paying the freight for a 60 car field?

I guess "endurance format" could also refer to the two-driver-races that BSS does, couldn't it?

IF the endurance boys are coming over I'd expect a limited grid (30 cars or so for instance), the race could be an invitation, non-point scoring one therefor. Another option would be dropping one score from 6 races (which will still favor those who'll make the trip however). Anyway, your suggestion still makes the most sense; a regular sprint format race seems most likely at this point, resulting in an expected 20-25 cars grid.

Coach Ep · 14 Apr 2015, 14:03 (Ref:3527398)

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Originally Posted by nasportscar

I'm excited to see how this partnership really works out after all the details are in place. Will have some answers soon and I'll post it for you guys to read.

Please do! Thx.

nasportscar · 14 Apr 2015, 14:16 (Ref:3527403)

Check out the history and what the future could hold for RealTime Racing http://nasportscar.com/the-history-a...er-cunningham/

TRspitfirefan · 15 Apr 2015, 17:07 (Ref:3527715)

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Originally Posted by nasportscar

Check out the history and what the future could hold for RealTime Racing http://nasportscar.com/the-history-a...er-cunningham/

Very cool article.

Quite interesting possibilities regarding the NSX.

pederb · 17 Apr 2015, 16:55 (Ref:3528301)

Papas switches to Viper

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