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  1. johnhoughtaling

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    #1 johnhoughtaling, Jul 20, 2009
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    The Ferrari Club of America, is going to host its second independent Ferrari Challenge race at Watkins Glenn, Sept 6th.

    The first FCA race in history was run earlier this year at Sebring. Due to the success and organization the FCA is sanctioning a second race Sept. 6th. This second race will mark the beginning of a new FCA series called the Ferrari Trofeo, a series open to all FCA members with Ferrari challenge cars 348, 355, 360, 430.

    The race will be sponsored by the Gauthier, Houghtaling, & Williams, law firm, www.ghwlegal.com, and Valobra Jewelry, www.valobra.com. To register you can contact Bob Coates. at [email protected]. Entry fee is approximately $600 for three days at the Glenn, Sept. 4, 5 and 6th, and $400 for race entry on the 6th.

    Importantly, the race will be run according to rules similar to vintage racing/Porsche club rules with no touching allowed. Rules will be provided upon registration. An FIA, PCA, SCCA or similar racing license is necessary for participation. A waiver of such a license may be granted by the organizers based upon experience and on site track test performance on Friday and Sat.
     
  2. CornersWell

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    #2 CornersWell, Jul 20, 2009
    PM sent

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  3. jeromeb

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    #3 jeromeb, Jul 20, 2009
    John,
    This is good news and looking forward to it...
     
  4. fatbillybob

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    #4 fatbillybob, Jul 21, 2009
    Is this event related to this attempt? http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=250424

    Is this for recognised challenge cars only and running in challenge trim only or say a 355 racecar taken beyond challenge specs or just a street 360 taken to 360C specs?
     
  5. WCH

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    #5 WCH, Jul 21, 2009
    "Is this event related to this attempt? http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=250424"

    fbb - yes, they are one and the same. Will be interesting to see how fast the "stock" Challenge cars go around the Glen!

    Great idea for a series, kudos to the sponsors.
     
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    #6 johnhoughtaling, Jul 21, 2009
    If you have a Ferrari that is not a challenge car, but is modified with proper racing safety equipment, then I would show up and register. Chances are after two days of running the organizer will be able to put you in a class, 348, 355, 360 or 430, that is matched in speed.

    Primarily this is for the challenge cars, but other ferrari race cars will be allowed and classed when appropriate.
     
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    #7 WCH, Jul 21, 2009
    "If you have a Ferrari that is not a challenge car, but is modified with proper racing safety equipment, then I would show up and register. Chances are after two days of running the organizer will be able to put you in a class, 348, 355, 360 or 430, that is matched in speed.

    Primarily this is for the challenge cars, but other ferrari race cars will be allowed and classed when appropriate."



    Fantastic news, John. As the word gets out, I think you'll find car counts growing fast. Give it a little time, I think people will buy/build/prep cars and turn out. Good luck.
     
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    #8 fatbillybob, Jul 21, 2009
    I loved racing my lightended 348 racecar. If this venue takes off I would be back in a Ferrari racecar in a heartbeat. I'm just itching to make my 550 a track weapon. Because of no one to race with I switched to SCCA T1 corvettes. I hope this Ferrari venue grows big! If anyone has a Ferrari racecar but does not want to race it I'd be glad to rent it for the weekend. PM me.
     
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    #9 gatorgreg, Jul 23, 2009
    Looks great guys. I am really happy you are putting this together. I think I can make this one.
     
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    #10 johnhoughtaling, Jul 23, 2009
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    To clarify, the FCA has not agreed to participate in the organization of any events after Watkins Glenn. They view the race as probationary. It is the intent of this writer that if the FCA continues to allow races at it's track events the Ferrari Trofeo as imagined (keeping track of points organization and sponsorship) will be privately run. The role of the FCA in the participation in the organization of this series has yet to be determined by the organizing sponsors.

    The bottom line is that, like I said at Sebring, alot of eyes are watching this race. If it is run safe and professionally, I believe it has legs.
     
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    #11 johnhoughtaling, Jul 25, 2009
    Awesome pics
     
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    #13 Capristo Exhaust USA, Jul 29, 2009
    i can rent you a 430 but i need a deposit in case of a incident
     
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    #14 ARTNNYC, Aug 2, 2009
    whats the cost on renting that 430?
     
  15. CornersWell

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    #15 CornersWell, Aug 19, 2009
    Was just advised that GT cars are not eligible.

    Too bad...

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    $25 000 for complete race preparation race assistance and coaching if needed
     
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    I can't make Watkins. The shipping cost are outrageous from Florida.
     
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    #18 WCH, Aug 19, 2009
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    "Was just advised that GT cars are not eligible."


    CW - any reason given? That's a shame. I wonder if they'd accept a properly modified (full cage, for example) street car.

    Note the wings on the "Challenge" cars at Daytona, in the pic above. We all know that many of the cars have been juiced.
     
  19. CornersWell

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    #19 CornersWell, Aug 19, 2009
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    WCH,

    From the email sent to me...

    "I've spoken with several FCA board members and everyone is sticking to 348, 355, 360 & 430 Challenge cars only - no exceptions."

    While I can understand, there's little harm in an exhibition class which could include GT cars. Moreover, I would think that the event organizers would like to bulk up the grids a bit. 5 cars aren't enough (Datyona picture), really, to justify the costs of organizing the event. And, of those 5 cars, you rightly point out that at least a couple had the GrandAm aero "mods".

    CW
     
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    #20 ProCoach, Aug 20, 2009
    Agreed, an Exhibition class would only help. We're not talking scads of cars here...
     
  21. dan360

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    #21 dan360, Aug 20, 2009
    Is Bob C organizing this?
     
  22. CornersWell

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    He is.

    CW
     
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    #23 jeff512tr, Aug 20, 2009
    Exotic Car Transport will do for $1860 round trip
     
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    #24 gatorgreg, Aug 20, 2009
    Thanks Jeff. I'll give them a call.
     
  25. redcar1

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    #25 redcar1, Sep 11, 2009
    Any results from the race?
    How big was the field?
    Ideas on the next race?

    Thanks
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