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Ferrari Autocross Club

Discussion in 'South Central - USA (TN, MS, AL, GA)' started by hbk_bkk, Aug 9, 2021.

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  1. hbk_bkk

    hbk_bkk Rookie

    Jan 16, 2012
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    Norman Park, GA
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    Barry
    Are any of you owners in the southeast interested in having a dedicated Autocross event for Ferrari’s? The Porsche Club does them at Atlanta Motor Speedway and it is
    awesome. Cost would be anywhere from $55-$100 for 10 runs through the timed course. Just trying to gauge if the community has an interest. Might even be able to make it a weekend event with a cars and coffee and some scenic driving. Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login


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  2. DefunctNeurons

    DefunctNeurons Formula Junior

    May 15, 2018
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    That sounds like pretty safe fun and a great way to learn some of the limits of adhesion safely. I'm up for it.
     
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  3. Tripper

    Tripper Karting

    Oct 13, 2004
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    I can help this happen at Road Atlanta if we have interest.
     
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  4. Ferrari Tech

    Ferrari Tech Formula 3

    Mar 5, 2010
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    I would be interested in attending this.
     
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  5. hbk_bkk

    hbk_bkk Rookie

    Jan 16, 2012
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    That’s great that you have a connection their. Have you done any track days at Road Atlanta?

    Do you know if they host Autocross events? Atlanta Motor Speedway does 2 or 3 per month, so I know the infrastructure is there.

    Also is there a Ferrari scene nearby? A cars and coffee crowd or anything of the sort?


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  6. rob lay

    rob lay Administrator
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    autocross is pretty fun in a Ferrari, teaches you great technical skills that you can then apply to the track and street.
     
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  7. Tripper

    Tripper Karting

    Oct 13, 2004
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    Yes, you could say I have a connection. ;) I have a motorsports clubhouse on site and have held track driving or autocross events for non-member groups many times in the past. We also are closing soon on the purchase of Lanier Raceplex across the street. The short track oval was repaved including the infield leaving a large asphalt playground for autocross, etc.

    The Ferrari scene creates itself when there are races at Road Atlanta, and whenever I invite a specific group to one of the buildings for a mountain drive. Also have an old school air cooled Porsche and collector themed man cave there, so we have (3) options for inside group accommodations.
     
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  8. vee12

    vee12 Formula Junior
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    I would be in!
     
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  9. DefunctNeurons

    DefunctNeurons Formula Junior

    May 15, 2018
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    I’m thinking that we do an event up there at the “man cave” regardless of whether it’s an autocross or just a Ferrari Corso and Coffee Saturday.

    Cody and Tom, any plans for the next couple months that would work with this?


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  10. ATLdoghouse

    ATLdoghouse Formula Junior
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    Did you get the email(s) about the monthly meet up at AMP next weekend, Aug 28th ? Happy to discuss organizing an autocross event, be careful what you volunteer for ;)
    Best,
    Cody
     
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  11. DefunctNeurons

    DefunctNeurons Formula Junior

    May 15, 2018
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    I’m planning to make the AMP meet next weekend. Happy to volunteer for something - usually better to do it blind so I don’t know what I’m getting myself into! I’ve never done a real autocross either


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  12. spirot

    spirot F1 World Champ

    Dec 12, 2005
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    I'm not sure if I'd do an autocross in the 599... but it's an interesting idea. Either AMP or Tripp's place at Road Atlanta would be great. I'm happy to help out as much as I can.

    typically we have not had much track /Auto x interest for quite a while. My sense is as the cars have become:
    a. more expensive
    b. so fast
    c. mileage sensitive...
    owners are less interested in tracking the cars, and usually go right for a dedicated track machine - ala AMP, or Driving Club memberships ... but Love the idea.
     
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  13. DefunctNeurons

    DefunctNeurons Formula Junior

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    Haven’t seen any Corso updates - still on for AMP today?


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  14. hbk_bkk

    hbk_bkk Rookie

    Jan 16, 2012
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    Hey I’m curious about the meetups. Is there a club I need to join?


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  15. V4NG0

    V4NG0 Formula Junior
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    I can’t imagine putting my TR through an autocross course but would love to spectate. When I add a newer more nimble model, however, I’ll definitely do it.
     
  16. ATLdoghouse

    ATLdoghouse Formula Junior
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    I send emails to members of the FCA GA Chapter. See https://ferrariclubofamerica.org/
     

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