THRUXTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL

Mike Bell · 1 Jan 2020, 16:43 (Ref:3949428)

Historic Promotions (Think MRL) organised event. Includes MRL grids, Dunlop Saloon Car Cup, HRDC and GTSCC.

Revised Dates

Mike Crow · 2 Jan 2020, 09:29 (Ref:3949486)

GTSCC at Thruxton is an enticing thought. Cobras, TVRs and E types storming up the hill to the chicane..... Nice!

GCCheddaris · 23 Jun 2020, 22:49 (Ref:3983471)

The Thruxton Historic has apparently been rearranged for August 15th and 16th with races for RAC Woodcote Trophy and Stirling Moss Trophy, HTCC, GTSCC, Pre 1963 GTs, HRDC's selection of races and a Pre War Sports Car race according to Autosport. No news on whether or not spectators are allowed.

**Peter Mallett** · 24 Jun 2020, 07:21 (Ref:3983499)

Got the e mails yesterday.

Mike Crow · 24 Jun 2020, 07:37 (Ref:3983503)

This has the makings of a great weekend. Thruxton, sunny days, snorting Cobras and E types. Of such things dreams are assembled

GCCheddaris · 24 Jun 2020, 08:09 (Ref:3983507)

For me it just needs a field of Formula Two or Formula 5000s. At least I have the memories....Reminds me I must scan a few more to post on Baubles Picture Parade !

Mike Crow · 24 Jun 2020, 08:52 (Ref:3983518)

[QUOTE=GCCheddaris;3983507]For me it just needs a field of Formula Two or Formula 5000s. At least I have the memories....Reminds me I must scan a few more to post on Baubles Picture Parade ![/QUOTE
One day maybe. Easter Monday Thruxton was a highlight of the year. Huge crowds, Red Arrows displaying. Massive traffic jams. Results even made it to the BBC sports bulletins.

**Peter Mallett** · 24 Jun 2020, 10:25 (Ref:3983545)

Yup happy days. Those F5000s were a real handful through Allard.

justracing · 24 Jun 2020, 13:40 (Ref:3983592)

[QUOTE=Mike Crow;3983518]

Quote:

Originally Posted by GCCheddaris

For me it just needs a field of Formula Two or Formula 5000s. At least I have the memories....Reminds me I must scan a few more to post on Baubles Picture Parade ![/QUOTE
One day maybe. Easter Monday Thruxton was a highlight of the year. Huge crowds, Red Arrows displaying. Massive traffic jams. Results even made it to the BBC sports bulletins.

We did have a brief return of F2's and F5000's around 6/7 years ago with the Easter revival but it fizzled out sadly.

delta · 24 Jun 2020, 15:50 (Ref:3983625)

25 years ago I raced in the F2 race.My car fizzled out that day as well. Grrrr. I would love to go back with the march 79B sometime.

GCCheddaris · 24 Jun 2020, 18:30 (Ref:3983655)

Wasn't that the Historic Superprix in 1994 ? You were driving a Wheatcroft R18 if I remember rightly Iain which as you say didn't last too long. A lovely hot and sunny day unfortunately too hot for quite a few of the cars.

justracing mentioned the return of the Derek Bell Trophy at the Easter Revival meetings the last of which was in 2015. Michael Lyons gave a superb display in his Hesketh 308E lapping under 1:08 and lapping all bar one car. The only car not to be lapped was a March 79B driven by Richard Evans so should there be a suitable race you certainly have the right car Iain.

**Peter Mallett** · 25 Jun 2020, 09:27 (Ref:3983733)

The Rover still awaits its replacement fuel cell. The MGB is ready to go so GTSCC is a possibility but I'd need to share it. Also the HTP is still sitting in the MSAUK offices because they have furloughed everyone.

brands · 28 Jun 2020, 11:02 (Ref:3984317)

https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/racing/historic

Hopefully

justracing · 28 Jun 2020, 11:28 (Ref:3984322)

Quote:

Originally Posted by brands

https://thruxtonracing.co.uk/racing/historic

Hopefully

With the cancellation of the Goodwood Revival this could well be the highlight of the year although tickets are not on sale as yet. Could be a busy time ahead with the Superprix and Masters at Brands as well, hopefully as you say!

delta · 28 Jun 2020, 18:15 (Ref:3984366)

We do have a FF2000 race at Dijon this weekend but at present I do not have any customers wishing to go. Very tempted to find something to race at Thruxton.As there are no single seaters my first thought is the Westminster. Gosh I would have to hang on at Church.Will have to see how the next few weeks go as far as funds allow.

delta · 28 Jun 2020, 18:18 (Ref:3984368)

Hang on just looked and there is a Jack Sears race. Well its a no brainier then.

GCCheddaris · 28 Jun 2020, 18:53 (Ref:3984372)

Sounds good Iain ! Just a shame us spectators can't get as far as Church ....

Jeremy Hall · 29 Jun 2020, 08:57 (Ref:3984444)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter Mallett

The Rover still awaits its replacement fuel cell. The MGB is ready to go so GTSCC is a possibility but I'd need to share it. Also the HTP is still sitting in the MSAUK offices because they have furloughed everyone.

So if when the car was inspected the MUK/FIA number sticker was put on the car you have the HTP number, by going to the FIA website you can see if the HTP has been approved and thus its FIA number.
On this basis you can show the car has an HTP but not physically.
On the basis this is meant to be a sport, actually arguably only a game, and fun any organiser/scrutineer will surely accept this and let you run.

**Peter Mallett** · 29 Jun 2020, 09:06 (Ref:3984446)

Thanks Jeremy. I didn't realise you could look it up on the website. I'll try that.

And welcome back. Long time no see.

Edit: Just found it in the very long list.

brands · 30 Jun 2020, 20:56 (Ref:3984815)

Provisional timetable. https://barc.blob.core.windows.net/t...oric-920an.pdf

justracing · 30 Jun 2020, 21:13 (Ref:3984819)

Quote:

Originally Posted by brands

Provisional timetable. https://barc.blob.core.windows.net/t...oric-920an.pdf

But still no spectator tickets on sale

brands · 30 Jun 2020, 21:52 (Ref:3984829)

Quote:

Originally Posted by justracing

But still no spectator tickets on sale

BARC HQ is only partially re-opened, hopefully the ticketing staff will return soon.

Mike Crow · 1 Jul 2020, 09:28 (Ref:3984882)

Just bought a ticket over the phone. Things are looking up!

justracing · 1 Jul 2020, 10:07 (Ref:3984892)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Crow

Just bought a ticket over the phone. Things are looking up!

I'll give it a try

brands · 1 Jul 2020, 15:45 (Ref:3984926)

After going on the Thruxton website I used the chat facility and was told they are still awaiting clarification from the authorities (?) before offering to sell tickets.

I can wait......

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