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  1. ghenne

    ghenne Formula Junior

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    #1 ghenne, Feb 18, 2022
    In 1993, the guys in the Quebec group of FCA convinced the organizers of the Montreal Grand Prix that it would be great to have 30 Ferraris do a few laps before the main event. It was an amazing thing to do, and the crowd went wild. We had a pace car to control the speed, but I stayed on his tail so he would speed up.

    Just before we started, we lined up on the grid. Here's me and #2966.

    Was anyone else there?


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  2. ghenne

    ghenne Formula Junior

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    #2 ghenne, Feb 18, 2022
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  3. ghenne

    ghenne Formula Junior

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    #3 ghenne, Feb 18, 2022
    When asked about doing it again in 1994, Bernie said OK - but it would cost us 6 figures to do.

    I can't imagine something like this happening at a modern GP.
     
  4. Nuvolari

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    #4 Nuvolari, Feb 20, 2022
    Very cool. I was there in 91,92, and 94 so I missed your on track appearance. I also raced there in 98 so I'm pretty familiar with the track. The second photo is from what is now called the Senna S which is essentially the 2nd corner on the track after start finish.

    Parade laps like this are not terribly uncommon especially in Europe. Even so it is a wonderful experience and made for some terrific photos and memories.
     

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