2014 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship

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It was 2007 for Thruxton, and they were dropping like flies at the start. Think Focus in ToCA10.
 
So, I've been thinking about the issue regarding Porsche and lack of entries.

Last year they ran the 'GT3 Challenge' or something along those lines, in Britain, for older 997 Cup cars. They only got 6 cars on some circuits, but adding that series to the Carerra Cup GB would get us around 20 cars. Also, the promise of TV time may get more cars into that second class. I know older cars and newer cars on the same track is usually frowned upon, even though I like the thought of it, but still. (I get that the reasons are sort of valid, however.)

Thoughts?
 
Good day at Brands today. Great to see the diversity of machinary and talent that BTCC offers. Great weather to, though really windy this afternoon. Not sure what happened to Menu, hardly saw him on track. WIX Merc and Hollands Audi A3 look great on track. Have to say the Honda Estates look like dog poo on track. Some drivers noticably more committed than others today, had expected Gio to be one of the hardest chargers but it seemed he had no speed, at least from where I was standing.

Anyhow, BTCC is fantastic.. if you live int the UK, you really should attend a few races.

Ive pitched the tent and am off getting food and slightly drunk now, cant wait for tomorrow!!!
 
adam46
So, I've been thinking about the issue regarding Porsche and lack of entries.

Last year they ran the 'GT3 Challenge' or something along those lines, in Britain, for older 997 Cup cars. They only got 6 cars on some circuits, but adding that series to the Carerra Cup GB would get us around 20 cars. Also, the promise of TV time may get more cars into that second class. I know older cars and newer cars on the same track is usually frowned upon, even though I like the thought of it, but still. (I get that the reasons are sort of valid, however.)

Thoughts?
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Did it at Silverstone, didn't really add much to the spectacle. The challenge was literally about 3 cars who had half a lap between each other.
 
adam46
So, I've been thinking about the issue regarding Porsche and lack of entries.

Last year they ran the 'GT3 Challenge' or something along those lines, in Britain, for older 997 Cup cars. They only got 6 cars on some circuits, but adding that series to the Carerra Cup GB would get us around 20 cars. Also, the promise of TV time may get more cars into that second class. I know older cars and newer cars on the same track is usually frowned upon, even though I like the thought of it, but still. (I get that the reasons are sort of valid, however.)

Thoughts?
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The reason for that was because most of the teams had sold their cars for the 991 this year, same again this year another new cars and theres how many supercup series's in the world? theres only so many cars porsche can build.
 
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The reason for that was because most of the teams had sold their cars for the 991 this year, same again this year another new cars and theres how many supercup series's in the world? theres only so many cars porsche can build.
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Maybe I'm not understanding what you're saying, but I never said Porsche don't build enough?
 
adam46
Maybe I'm not understanding what you're saying, but I never said Porsche don't build enough?
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He has a habit of taking things out of context (and being confusing).

I don't think it'd add to the racing as such. The performance difference would be fairly major, and I couldn't see it making the racing any better.
 
hsv010
He has a habit of taking things out of context (and being confusing).

I don't think it'd add to the racing as such. The performance difference would be fairly major, and I couldn't see it making the racing any better.
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No i don't the reason was clear, The reason the cup was asked to support was because alot of the teams had sold off their 997 cups cars then they have to wait for porsche to build 991 cup cars.

Exactly what was taking out of context?
 
Yar, they had a lack of cars. I don't care what the reason is, they just struggled for a grid, like they are now.
 
I'll be at Brands Hatch tomorrow. I am SUPER excited, as it's going to be my first ever BTCC race. I've been following the series for years, and I played the early TOCA games on PS1 when I was a kid, but I've never had the opportunity to actually go to a race. Can't wait. :)
 
@JacoJa have an awesome day, and bring your own food and drink... SEVEN pounds now some of the crappy burger van food is... And £4.50 for a pint out of a plastic cup!

Pitlane walkabout is early, and theres always a big queue, so if you are planning on seeing any of the drivers up close and personal, get queing early!
 
MatskiMonk
@JacoJa have an awesome day, and bring your own food and drink... SEVEN pounds now some of the crappy burger van food is... And £4.50 for a pint out of a plastic cup!

Pitlane walkabout is early, and theres always a big queue, so if you are planning on seeing any of the drivers up close and personal, get queing early!
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Thanks for the tips buddy! What time will the pit walk be? I still have to drive there from Newcastle, lol.
 
JacoJa
Thanks for the tips buddy! What time will the pit walk be? I still have to drive there from Newcastle, lol.
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It starts at 10 past 9. You should be in the queue for about 8:30, I reckon.

@hsv010 Ahh you see, that'd suit me. I love a bit of multi-class racing! :lol:
But yes I see where you're coming from. Just, in my mind, an additional second division of maybe a half dozen cars is better than just the 13 we have now. Each to their own. :)
 
Can't wait for the racing to start. Will mainly be in the Hailwoods grand stand but may have an occasional wander. Will be in a Jeff Gordon/NASCAR Star Wars T-Shirt if any GTP'ers wander also.
 
MildAshers
Can't wait for the racing to start. Will mainly be in the Hailwoods grand stand but may have an occasional wander. Will be in a Jeff Gordon/NASCAR Star Wars T-Shirt if any GTP'ers wander also.
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NASCAR and Star Wars on the same shirt? :confused:
 
adam46
NASCAR and Star Wars on the same shirt? :confused:
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I has the die cast:

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adam46
It starts at 10 past 9. You should be in the queue for about 8:30, I reckon.

@hsv010 Ahh you see, that'd suit me. I love a bit of multi-class racing! :lol:
But yes I see where you're coming from. Just, in my mind, an additional second division of maybe a half dozen cars is better than just the 13 we have now. Each to their own. :)
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8:30 and the queue is half way done paddock hill!

Ill be wondering around too, BMW motorsport cap, two shoulder bags... Looks hung over :)
 
I don't know why I always have so much trouble finding this out but what time are the 3 races today?
 

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