Barber Motorsports Track (Birmingham) March 5 2005

I just got back from the Barber Motorsports Track this weekend. What a beautiful track!!!!! Its deffinately one of the nicest facillitys I've been to and the museum is incredible! The track itself was alot of fun, alot of high speed turns and elevation changes..... the straights were not too long (hit about 110-115). I'll post up some pics from the porsche driving expirience later this week. Wish I could head up there again in March with ya'll but I don't get to much time off. Enjoy!

 

Bring both.... I can help drive

 

Anyone here in Atlanta, or north of Atlanta (I'm in Cumming) who is going and who would have room to carry 4 extra wheels with them?

I want to drive my 911 over, but not on the track tires so if I can get someone to help me haul them it would be a huge help. If not, Ill try to recruit someone to drive my Trooper over with them and hang out.


Terry

 

I can take them for you. I am going to watch and to take some shots. I guess payment for transportation could be a ride, , just need a helmet. But I should have some free space. So are you bringing along the Daytona too or just the Porsche?

Joe Cunningham
706-621-0671

 

Terry, give me a call at work tomorrow if you have a chance. I may be able to help with this. Walt 404-515-7013

 

i really wish i could go, but my uncle is getting married that weekend, so i'll have to come to the next one.

 

Hi everyone,

This track is wonderful - very technical indeed vs pure flat out speed. I did the Porsche Driving Experience in 2003 and it was a blast. I don't own an F-car but if possible (gotta confirm with the wife when she returns from Grand Cayman) can I hitch along with someone or I can be transportation for other people, I live in Buford, GA to be precise. I'd be happy to just watch and take pictures & video from the tower. I'm easy. Is that ok?

Movie of hot laps in the 911 with the instructor.

Movie of my buddy taking the CayenneS for a rip

Movie of cars passing by from the tower

 

Here is a video of an Atlanta team going around the track in a Kudzu DG-3. It is rotary so is sounds a little different.

http://www.teamspencer.com/video/media/dg3/DG3Birm03.mov

They also have video of Daytona, Watkins Glen, Mid Ohio, Road America, Road Atlanta, and Sebring. To see the other videos: http://www.teamspencer.com/video/index.htm

There is a Super Street sign on it because it was at the Hot Import Nights show a couple of months back but, with that aside, it is one awesome car.

 

Walt and Joe:

Thanks for the replies and sorry for my being slow to get back. I am trying to get my father to drive over and carry them in his truck. IF he cannot, I'll get with you guys.

I wish I could bring the Daytona as well, but I just don't see a way. I will give anyone who wants a ride in the 911, its a fun little car. Don't expect to outrun the 360's and 355's but I will give the others some fun!


Terry

 

Terry, I was going to offer you the use of my trailer, that wouldn't help you get the Daytona over there but I thought it might help you get the 911 there with your track tires on it. Give me a call if you need it.

 

I have no tow vehicle, but thanks for the offer!


Terry

 

We'll I'm not gonna be able to make it =(

Was planning a spring break road trip for me and a friend to come down and watch/film some ferraris. BUT it looks like I'm going to hawaii with my family instead! So its not all bad. Tear it up out there guys.

 

You're welcome terry, I didn't know if the Trooper would tow it or not. Have a fun day over there.

 

I will be attending on Saturday just to ride and take photos/video. Can't wait! I hope the F40/50 shows up.

 

I am planning on going but is it just for the 5th or is it both Saturday and Sunday?

I am up for a car pool if anyone wants to.

Joe Cunningham

 

Can you give us a recap of who/what is going to be there. Just list off a few things of interest.

Joe C.

 

They really need some spots filled for SUN ONLY. Anyone who is interested in Sun email me or call my office 205-967-4080 today and I will make a call for you. Drivers will get a wide open track and you do not need a Ferrari. Don't wait until Fri. to get in touch with me. There are some things you need to do ASAP if you are wanting to do this.
Remember this is good for Sunday only!

 

Well, if someone needs a car to have a workout, I have the qulaifications but I don't have the car, but thanks for letting me know.

Joe Cunningham

 

If this weekend is bad I can possibly get some people in next weekend with another group. I have been talking with some people about a $199 day out there. I have a meeting with Porsche tomorrow and will know more then.

 

What time should I arrive if I'm just going to watch/get some rides?