Silverstone Classic - Page 5

rogerwills · 11 May 2011, 17:58 (Ref:2878859)

I drove the new GP configuration last night on a track day with an instructor to learn the new circuit before racing there later this season in the Le Mans series.

While it is sad that some of the fantastic old corners are gone - especially Bridge and Abbey, the new configuration has a couple of fantastic sections and I think will make for some great racing.

Really looking forward to Silverstone Classic now and getting to run it in something quick!

Colin McKay · 11 May 2011, 19:12 (Ref:2878903)

Entries are in for the S-type in O2LTC and E-type in the Challenge, let's wait and see......

Giraffe138 · 12 May 2011, 08:45 (Ref:2879168)

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogerwills

I drove the new GP configuration last night on a track day with an instructor to learn the new circuit before racing there later this season in the Le Mans series.

While it is sad that some of the fantastic old corners are gone - especially Bridge and Abbey, the new configuration has a couple of fantastic sections and I think will make for some great racing.

Really looking forward to Silverstone Classic now and getting to run it in something quick!

I had a couple of laps of it last week with Simon Hadfield in Leo Voyazides' Cobra & it's a gas!

By giraffe138 at 2011-05-04

Rikki Cann · 21 May 2011, 08:25 (Ref:2883421)

Anyone know if all the races are for fia sanctioned cars only? or is there an allcomers race?

terence · 21 May 2011, 08:37 (Ref:2883424)

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Originally Posted by Rikki Cann

Anyone know if all the races are for fia sanctioned cars only?

Doe's such a thing still exist?

Mike Bell · 21 May 2011, 08:55 (Ref:2883429)

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Originally Posted by Rikki Cann

Anyone know if all the races are for fia sanctioned cars only? or is there an allcomers race?

Check out the Silverstone Classic website, Rikki. Sure the Elite would fit in

As an aside, the 'celebrity' race will now be in V6 Morgan Roadsters from the Morgan championship. The demise of the Abarth series has at least helped provide cars more in keeping with the event! My understanding is that owners have been asked to lend cars on basis that any damage will be paid for........

midgetman · 22 May 2011, 07:25 (Ref:2883764)

TBQH if last year's "race" is anything to go by, they're more at risk on the trailer getting to the meeting.

Looking forward to the event. Have arranged to borrow on site sleeping accommodation for the Midgetman clan, just need good weather and plenty of customers now

**Peter Mallett** · 6 Jul 2011, 06:40 (Ref:2922674)

*Bump*

Ok then should we have a roll call? We're there in the B for the Pre 66 GTs. Not staying on site though, we're only 45mins away.

I'm taking a long weeeeeekend so will hopefully be around from Thursday practice to Sunday, shut up shop.

midgetman · 6 Jul 2011, 07:00 (Ref:2922681)

I've got a stand there again in the tented village. Am staying on site.

john ruston · 6 Jul 2011, 07:10 (Ref:2922686)

We will have a couple of cars at meeting.

May even attend to see what occurs .Have to drop off crate at Iain's BBQ.

Can't seem to get very interested in any of it this year.

Bent cars in doggy Championships.

No Pre War.

Looking forward to Goodwood Revival.(to watch)

Have changed that much

simon drabble · 6 Jul 2011, 07:16 (Ref:2922689)

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Originally Posted by john ruston

We will have a couple of cars at meeting.

May even attend to see what occurs .Have to drop off crate at Iain's BBQ.

Can't seem to get very interested in any of it this year.

Bent cars in doggy Championships.

No Pre War.

Looking forward to Goodwood Revival.(to watch)

Have changed that much

I will miss the Classic as I will be at Castle Combe watching my son in the local FF championship but JR I look forward to seeing you at the revival - my race is first thing Sunday

Mike Bell · 6 Jul 2011, 08:06 (Ref:2922697)

Will be there friday and saturday crewing for James & Suzanne. Their E Type is entered in GTSCC, and think will be in new pits / paddock. May stay sunday to watch other races- depends on weather! Definitely there for Delta BBQ friday eve!

Colin McKay · 6 Jul 2011, 08:42 (Ref:2922709)

The S type is in the Big Engine TC and the E type in the Challenge so will be there Thurs - Sunday, big family event so lots of polishers. Not sure if I'll do testing yet, probably not. Will definitely be at the Delta BBQ if only to drink the beer I've promised.

Alan Crook · 6 Jul 2011, 11:54 (Ref:2922800)

Myself and Fay will be there all three days, myself starting the races and waving the chequered flag at you, Fay will just be her normal bossy self. We will both be at Delta BBQ to drink the beers so kindly offered by the drivers and JR.

Alan Crook · 6 Jul 2011, 11:56 (Ref:2922802)

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Originally Posted by john ruston

Have to drop off crate at Iain's BBQ.

Which of your cars is the crate John !!!!!!!!

Giraffe138 · 6 Jul 2011, 12:22 (Ref:2922818)

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Originally Posted by john ruston

Bent cars in doggy Championships.

Blimey, you've got an entry for Crufts then John?

Having survived the ever so late running FOS & provided I get through the Oysters & Chablis at the BRDC this weekend without losing my host, Sid Taylor, I have committed Camp Giraffe to the Woodlands site for 4 nights over the Classic, so no doubt it will p--s down! Look out for the easily identifiable flag & bunting!

By giraffe138 at 2011-07-06

Sid's the fella on the right.

**Peter Mallett** · 6 Jul 2011, 12:24 (Ref:2922819)

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Originally Posted by Giraffe138

Look out for the easily identifiable flag & bunting!

Is that the new name for the Scarf and Goggles?

DaveGT6 · 6 Jul 2011, 21:27 (Ref:2923054)

Entered the Grantura in the Masters pre '66 GTs but politely turned down so will be donning the pit board and stop watch to assist with Jon's Falcon in the big banger saloons. Looks like we will be there from Thursday onwards. Big benefit I guess is that as I don't have to worry about driving I can take full advantage of Delta's BBQ opportunity and bring some refreshments to the party!

Clock watcher · 8 Jul 2011, 13:27 (Ref:2923670)

Not doing anything this year. Time for Cara and I to take a look around this meeting for a change. So Fay and Alan no sweeties for you this time

CUT 7 · 8 Jul 2011, 14:35 (Ref:2923683)

great so many from this forum will be there.

A question; there are 2 paddocks now, 'national'
(T T, touring carts etc) and international( GP C, Italian Car cup etc)

As a pedestrian, how does one get from one to the other?
On the circuit map there is still only the one entrance to the infield over the bridge, and no visible way to the international paddock from either the old paddock or the other side of the circuit from say,Abbey.
In fact on the map the new paddock seems only to be accesable by a bus-ie queues- and then not walkaboutable inat all .
Is this the case?
Any pointers?
Also , we used to watch the action from around abbey,at ground level rather than in a stand, and could see cars as they went round Stowe , Club passed us, onto Farm.
Now the pits are in the way.Wheres good?
Looking forward to it.
Hpe everyone has a great time

**Peter Mallett** · 8 Jul 2011, 14:46 (Ref:2923689)

If you get the opportunity come and say hello. We're in the new pits, car No. 94 in GD on Saturday.

Moosehead · 8 Jul 2011, 14:48 (Ref:2923691)

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Originally Posted by CUT 7

A question; there are 2 paddocks now, 'national'
(T T, touring carts etc) and international( GP C, Italian Car cup etc)

As a pedestrian, how does one get from one to the other?

If they run it the same as the GT meeting a few weeks ago then you can walk between the two paddocks if you're early enough, however, once racing has commenced you have to take a bus. I hope they put on a few more buses this time or allow spectators on the 'Team Personnel' buses (if they have them).

midgetman · 8 Jul 2011, 17:44 (Ref:2923783)

Having been very supportive of the Classic over the years, I'm very dischuffed with arrangements for exhibitors. For example, we were promised to be able to camp in the racers camp site, but we're consigned to Woodlands which is bloody miles away and full of party animals. Not impressed, treatment gets worse every year.

brands · 8 Jul 2011, 18:27 (Ref:2923797)

We were also meant to be camping at the northern end of the circuit with car club passes but now have been moved to Woodlands.
Silverstone seem to think it's an improvement but it's a real pain. Unlikely to want to wander from the show stage all the way to the camp site late at night and as for popping to the Paddock bite for breakfast through the tunnel, now it's a 2 mile walk.
I'm expecting the paddock visits to be a farce, with a bus as the only option between the two.

rogerwills · 10 Jul 2011, 16:14 (Ref:2924621)

I will be at the Classic - only my second historic meeting of the year and one I'm really looking forward to!

I will supply a case of beer for the bbq on Saturday as well Iain.

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