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| William H (Countachxx)
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Greg Ohner owns Accord Insurance based in SF,CA I think. He is an FCA member & insures our cars for the track. I'm going to call him soon. Anybody got his phone # ? | ||
| Randy (Schatten)
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Becker - keep in mind, I'm not a Ferrari owner, but have driven a few DE's and several AutoX's. But in regards to insurance, State Farm (I'm sure being Ferrari owners you deal with a much better insurance company that suits your needs more than a daily driven S2000) claims that because the DE's are not timed, insurance is covered to the fullest - with the small exception of personal injury. So, if you've got a few bruises on your car which will be claimed in comprehensive, its all covered - no matter how fast you go. To get this information, it took a few steps up the chain of command in their corporate office. So, before investing in a much higher priced insurance just for DE's, I'd call and ask specifics about your policy in regards to 'controlled track driving that is NOT timed in any way.' /my two cents. | ||
| Becker Cu�llar (Becker)
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Sam Here you go a couple of places to start with I know they do Porsche's may have to ask about Ferrari's This I think covers club racing, not cheap $2300/30days as a sample. CONSECO Insurance in Indiana - # is 800-678-0361 and this for coverage for DE's http://www.ontrackinsurance.com/ Happy tracking | ||
| Sam NYCFERRARIS (Sam)
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sorry, i was thinking about racing and track events not driving schools. it would be nice to know names of agents or ins. co's that can cover us on the track. | ||
| Becker Cu�llar (Becker)
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Depends on your policy but since it's a Driver's Ed and it is NOT a race you should be covered, an event I went to a month ago some guy said that his wife wouldn't let him in unless he checked with his insurance and his checked ok ... The waiver is so that the track cannot be sued so sueing-ones need not apply ;-))) I've heard of a guy that totaled his porsche and his insurance covered him after a while he totaled another one and I think then his insurance didn't take it. There is extra track-coverage offered by some companies if you still feel nervous about it. Cars leased or on payment plan I don't know. Cheers | ||
| Sam NYCFERRARIS (Sam)
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The track is where these cars belong, however since this is a discussion it is impt. that in full disclosure, once that first tire touches teh track, there is no car/collision insurance (don't tell the body shop), no liability insurance (don't hurt anyone out there) and no life insurance (don't tell the wife and kids) and since I saw elsewhere that some guys are financing/leasing their rides, the finance company or bank will freak! Of course if you get off the the track ok the insurance resumes but I don't know what happens to your lease or loan. ps. be sure and read the club/track waivers carefully before you sign. Noone wants this sport to be a few lawsuits away from being ruined! | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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no, it wont damage your car unless u crash it into something. It will wear out your tires, brake pads, oil, & wallet but its good for your car & its a lot of fun too | ||
| Becker Cu�llar (Becker)
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You'll get some damage in your car if you go on an off-track unscheduled excursion, otherwise a couple of dings and tire wear should be all the damage. I've seen regular 360's and a couple of Challenge cars in the Ferrari event I went last year probably I'll see some more tomorrow at Summit. When I get mine I'll take it first chance I get. | ||
| phh (Cheetah360)
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I have done the Skip Barber school 3 years ago at Lime Rock. I guess the beginner's group seems interesting. I was told that driving on the track does a lot of damage to the car. Is this correct? I have a 2000 Modena 360, are there other drivers with recent models as well? | ||
| Matt Karson (Squidracing)
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I am the Chief Driving Instructor of the Empire State Region of the Ferrari Club of America, the largest and most active region in the club. Paul has given a good basic description of our events. When a new driver (to our events) comes for the first time, we automatically put them in the Green group. Green, White, Blue and Red are the run groups in ascending order. When I or one of my instructors have had the opportunity to ascertain the ability of the 'new' driver, I will then assign them to a run group which I feel will best suit them and other participants. I recommend and endorse drivers going to a professional driving school. This will give the driver a very good first exposure to the track. One thing to keep in mind is----ability is not bought---only experience will make one a better driver. Going to a driving school does not make a good driver, or a driver good. The FCA events are an excellent venue for owners of our favorite marque to safely, and responsibly enjoy the true passion of owning these cars!!!! Go Schumi !!!!!!!!1 | ||
| Paul308qv (Paul308qv)
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Sorry for the confusion. We may have gotten carried away. Certainly the Ferrari Challenge events are, without a doubt, racing. On the other hand, 'track events' are usually not racing and do not have clocks, starting or finish lines. There will certainly be other cars on the track with you and there will be passing of slower cars by faster cars but you are only competing with your own nerve and confidence. You can contact the tracks nearest to you and get a calendar of events for the year and call the sponsors of the events to ask if you can sign up. You can also call you local Ferrari dealer and ask about local track events. The 'links' section of gogoracing.com has a good list of tracks and other info that will help. Good luck, you will not regret the effort it takes to get familiar with this past time. | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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phh, The FCA has many different categories, beginner, medium, advanced & full on racing. I would suggest u go to a good driving school like Skip Barber or Bob Bondurant, then join the FCA & figure out which group u like best. beginner may have a 75 or 100 mph top speed, definately NOT racing. The advanced group is as close to racing as u can get without being "official" Come on in the party is great  | ||
| phh (Cheetah360)
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Looks like these events are racing against other cars though. I was trying to figure out a way to drive my brand new Modena 360 without taking the challenge of a race against other cars, just driving fast on a cop-free track. Is the format only racing, or also driving, or racing against the clock? | ||
| Paul308qv (Paul308qv)
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I spent last weekend at the Virginia International Raceway (VIR). This is a track that dates back 50 years but has been recently renovated and re-opened. This past weekend was a Ferrari Challenge/Historic Challenge race. Below are 4 pictures from that event. It was a great time and the track is beautiful and rolling. I will be driving my 308QV there on May 5th at an FCA event.     | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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Ive noticed there r far fewer 308s at track events these days, Seems the 355s have taken their place as the most common Ferrari at the tracks. Maybe 308 prices will finally move up again | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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Paul, I reserved at the hotel u gave me. Let me see if I can get this pick to work  | ||
| Charles T (Charles)
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Paul - after I got a $5,000 estimate for a 30K service I almost made my Ferrari a lawn ornament too! | ||
| Paul308qv (Paul308qv)
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William, my 308QV is a red GTS. I am a 36 year old 6' tall guy with brown/blond hair. Below is a picture of my car. I look forward to seeing you there.  | ||
| Sam NYCFERRARIS (Sam)
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Hey, anyone going to the east hampton, NY concours and kennsington auction? | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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Paul, what color is your QV ? I'll have the black 512TR with CT plates. I'll be there on the 8th cus I have a meeting on the 7th | ||
| Paul308qv (Paul308qv)
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William, I will be in my 84 308QV at Summit Point May 7 & 8. I would love to say "hi". What are you driving again? | ||
| William H (Countachxx)
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Sure , there r tons of events, r u in the Ferrari Club ? There is the Glen, Lime Rock in NW CT, Pocono in PA, SUmmit Point in WV & Loudon in NH. I'm running the Glen on May 12 & 13 with trackmasters, Pocono May 4 with FOC, Lime Rock May 3 with PCA, & Summit Point May 8 with Ferrari of DC Most places have web sites, or u can call the tracks & get their "club" event schedule | ||
| phh (Cheetah360)
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Are there any non-racing days at Watkins Glen or Limerock where I could drive my 360 at high speed, yet not race against anyone? Are there any other NorthEast locations where this can be done? |