Long Beach Grand Prix - Mother's exotic car paddock

Hey guys,

Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach 5th annual Mothers Wax exotic car paddock.

here is a flyer link I found on the web
http://www.lasvegascarclubs.com/docs/2012_Mothers_Long_Beach.pdf

I just talked with Jonathan from Mothers and bought my package, he suggested that I put the word out for the event. I have done this every year since the first, and it just gets better every time. A great way to do race day at the LBGP !! There is talk of a CHP (paint and lights etc.) full race Mustang leading the drive in to the race from the meet area, should be awesome. Anyone who has done this event knows about the other fun stuff race morning as well

I suggest you get in early if you want to join in, it helps with getting your packet in time and makes event logistics better on race day, FYI.

 

went a few times had a blast

 

I SPOKE TO HIM ASWELL AND I BOUGHT MY PACKAGE.
SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT TIME>..

RZ

 

I'll be there!

Dom

 

I bought my package too last week. Unfortunately the 05' Spider I put a deposit on last week, wasn't as clean as I hoped for, and had to cancel the purchase...so not sure what I will be driving that day...well they throw me out for driving my G35 2 door coupe w/ sports pkg?

 

I'm considering getting the package too. Would take the McLaren.
Scott, sorry your transaction didn't go thru. Curious where it went wrong. As you know, mine is still out there. You can PM or email me.

 

I've done several of there and had a great time. Don't worry about the G35, they'll let you in. If you win the lap though we can run it in my 430

 

Just got my package. Would be fun to win the raffle and be on the track.
Won't hold my breath though.

 

Don't hold your breath, because I am going to win it

 

Hey guys,

I have been looking into a possible morning drive up to the LA group starting from OC / Long Beach as we have done in previous years. I see some activity on 6speed, etc. but I have no contact as in previous years with Victor or Elliot.

PM or email me through this forum with any info or interest regarding that ??

-Luigi

 

I'll be at the races but will not have a car in the paddock. My residence for the weekend will the sailboat that is behind me in my profile photo. A former Formula 1 driver will be staying there too. If any F-chatters are around Saturday afternoon/eve feel free to stop by for a cold drink or a glass of wine! We're in slip F1 (how appropriate )

 

Anyone....anyone..??....Bueller ?

 

There is a whole group meeting in the LBC that morning at the starbucks near bellflower and spring..

 

I just spoke with Jonathon at Mothers and he said the raffle is not for 1 car to do a parade lap, but 50 of our cars will get to go!

Pretty cool!

 

Shine em up, boys !! That IS cool !

Somebody needs to get video of that and post it up after.

 

How does the raffle work? I have a bunch of things in my packet but nothing says specifically it is a "raffle" ticket.

 

Maybe by ticket stub or grandstand seat # ? I need to talk to Jonathan on another matter, I'll ask him. The other little tickets in the packet are for drinks (4) and buffet lunch (2).
The event flyer just states "exclusive parade lap raffle!" Maybe there is a charity thing involved and we need to buy raffle tickets at the race, either way, I'm in.

 

Drink tickets? As in cocktails, beer/wine or just sodas? Jonathan confirmed cigars were ok, if I also brought him one (LOL).

 

Tecate' (an interesting beer like substitute) is a big event sponsor. There are also other "real" beers in limited areas, wine, wine margaritas etc. I think Patron tequila is an event sponsor as well but I think that is avail only in a specific confined pavillion space.

I will toss a couple Montecristos or Partagas in the door pocket as well, good call.

 

Don't forget a lighter and clipper (and ashtrays?) LOL!

 

Wayne, let us know when you get the details from Jon. 50 cars get to do the lap? If that is correct, that is great news!

 

I will see if I can make this.
What time does it start and is there a drive from IE or LA?

 

Edward,

There is a large organized drive from Calabassas down to Long Beach (8am), then a another drive /parade procession from the LB meet location down to the race grounds and event paddock (9am).

In previous years there have been very early morning drives and meets from San Diego and IE, and a loosely organized run up to meet the LA guys from an OC location.

We should all stay in touch by PM or Email RE that. times, meet locations.....

-Luigi

 

That is what he told me on the phone and since I registered 5 cars he said there is a chance we will have more than one will be on track. He said he will contact by phone to let me know. I had the impression that he will do the drawing prior to the event.

 

I signed up for this event, is first time doing this I'd like to drive in with anyone from IE or OC I'm in Corona