The Good StuffFamily tradition: Sharing the racing experience Jun 16, 2009
The opportunity to check out vintage race cars ike this one with his son, Christian, was a big part of the joy of the day for Jim Gorecki ... By 11 a.m., we were at the top of the stands in turn one, joining my older brother, Mike, to watch some on-track activities that included a 100-Mile Indy Lights race and 30-minute exhibition race of the vintage race cars. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Weekend racer May 29, 2009
Vintage race cars to flood Infineon ... Brian Ferrin is a vintage racer with an understanding wife and the envy of his racing friends ... It also meant creating garage space for some of Ferrin's vintage race cars, including a 1971 Boss 302 Trans Am racing Mustang and two former NASCAR race cars. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Vintage cars May 12, 2009
More than 300 vintage race cars will be on display and compete in nine different racing categories on the challenging, 12-turn, 2. 52-mile serpentine course. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Dawson County May 9, 2009
You ll see vintage race cars even before you enter the building. More cars are on display inside, along with the Saturday Night Drive-In Theatre, a themed exhibit where you can sit in old cars to watch a movie. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Mecum Auction Proudly Presents American Racing's Crown Jewel Mar 7, 2009
"Many vintage race cars have a strong American racing history to share - including this vehicle's sister car CSX 2299 - but no car can claim a finer race hour than the Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupe CSX2601," said Dana Mecum, president, Mecum Auction. "The legacy of its World Manufacturer's Championship win stays with us more than four decades later, reminding us of one the proudest moments in U.S. race history and a competitive spirit of victory against all odds.". (PR Newswire)
Win 'The Bucket List' Movie Prizes Jan 1, 2008
So, against doctor's orders and all good sense, these two virtual strangers check themselves out of the hospital and hit the road together for the adventure of a lifetime -- from the Taj Mahal to the Serengeti, the finest restaurants to the seediest tattoo parlors, the cockpit of vintage race cars to the open door of a prop plane -- with just a sheet of paper and their passion for life to guide them. Adding and crossing items off their list while taking in the grandeur and beauty of the world,... (Click2Houston, TX)
Maine auto racing hall to honor Walker, Dipompo, Dick Bahre Nov 21, 2007
The six members of the Class of 2008 were announced Sunday, Nov. 11th, at the general meeting of the Maine Vintage Race Car Association ... For more information about the Maine Motorsports Hall of Fame dinner and induction ceremonies, visit the Maine Vintage Race Car Association Web site at mainevintageracecars. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Car show rolls into Fresno Nov 2, 2007
Ted Tukloff checks out several vintage race cars, an attraction among the new cars on display at the Central California Auto Show. The three-day event starts today at the Fresno Convention Center. (Fresno Bee)
Concours d'Elegance returns to Avila Beach''Event benefits Hospice of Oct 24, 2007
The Avila Beach Concours d'Elegance will showcase dozens of pristine vehicles ranging from vintage race cars to exotic sports cars on the grass of Avila Beach Golf Course. Events will kick off from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday with the Reception at the Ranch, which will offer wine and beer tasting, live music, a Mediterranean Grill served in the orgotten Mission of Cortona Asistencia and rides on the old Disneyland steam train at Santa Margarita Ranch. (Santa Maria Times)
Business leaders exit rat race Oct 16, 2007
A dozen vintage race cars, including a 1966 Shelby GT350H, a 1955 Porsche 356 Speedster, a 1964 Brabham BT8 and a 1958 American Echidna Special, will be featured ... You have to completely concentrate on racing, and it's a great opportunity to refocus your mind," he says while holding a framed photo of his 1968 Lola Mark III Spyder, one of three vintage racers he has accumulated since entering the scene a couple of years ago. Jonathan Ornstein, president of Mesa Air Group, the aviation holding... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Race cars return to streets Sep 8, 2007
Festival organizer Marianne Shoemaker estimated that there were about 800 vintage race cars on hand. The annual event kicked off Zippo U.S. Vintage Grand Prix weekend at Watkins Glen International. (Corning Leader, NY)
Champions to be Decided Sunday in Enterprise Commercial Trucks Championship Finale at Portland International Raceway Aug 25, 2007
Qualifying begins Saturday at 9 a.m. for the competitive Spec Miata class and concludes at 4:20 p.m. with qualifying for the four vintage race groups. The green flag falls Sunday on the first of six sprint races at 9 a.m. and for regional championship races at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Local racing: History on wheels Jul 20, 2007
Hundreds of vintage race cars, some valued at more than $1 million, are anticipated for the annual Kohler International Challenge with Brian Redman. The event, one of the largest in the U.S., runs through Sunday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Porsche event is set this weekend in Elkhart Lake Jul 20, 2007
Bob McKee, still active in vintage race car restoration, will be in attendance. ADVERTISEMENT. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Visalia's annual awards no longer 'I've Got a Secret' Jun 8, 2007
Additionally, Blain took with him his 1916 National vintage race car. He came in last in that race and won the prize for slowest car. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Having a vintage weekend Jun 6, 2007
The annual celebration of classic cars embraced both the Wine Country Classic race series at Infineon and the Vintage Race Car Festival at the Plaza, during which food and wine were served to auto enthusiasts surrounded by such rarities as a 1960 Tipo 61 "Birdcage" Maserati and a 1964 Bobsy-Porsche SR3 ... The Wine Country Classic was simply a benefit for vintage car lovers, nearly 300 of whom showed up for two days of racing, while thousands more cheered on the 10 groups of vintage race cars... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Thunderbowl a groove that Kaeding dances to Apr 29, 2007
Pombo's No. 3 and Sargent's No. 7 super modifieds, as well as three other vintage race cars, will take a lap around the track. The Western States Modifieds make their second appearance of the season at Thunderbowl as the support class. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
It took nine months, and plenty of tinkering, but Mike Niles has an abandoned ’35 Dodge Sedan ready for the Speedway Mar 24, 2007
A vintage race car, say a 1935 Dodge, two-door sedan. I only have one hobby. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Local motor enthusiasts demand drag strip Mar 19, 2007
The rally was organized by racing enthusiasts over the Internet, drawing in all types, including ATV, moped and vintage race car drivers from across the island. Organizers estimate Long Island has tens of thousands of motor enthusiasts of all ages. (Newsday -- Long Island)
More » Mar 8, 2007
Vintage race cars will be on display at the free open house, in addition to videos of classic Idaho races and pictures chronicling the state s racing history. This will be the fourth open house event put on by the IHRS, a burgeoning club that started from a group of friends love for local racing. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
Spotlight on Fedbond's schemes Feb 18, 2007
Online Edition Powered By IOL. By MZWANDILE JACKS and MARGIE INGSS. (Business Report, South Africa)
The flag drops for big boys in their race to buy high-priced vintage toys Feb 18, 2007
Christie's International Motor Cars has withdrawn a multimillion-dollar vintage race car from auction, in a move that illustrates the risks associated with treating high-priced collectibles as legitimate investments ... Christie's International Motor Cars has withdrawn a multimillion-dollar vintage race car from auction, in a move that illustrates the risks associated with treating high-priced collectibles as legitimate investments. (Business Report, South Africa)
Pay $15 Million for an Old Car? Better Do the Research: Michael R. Sesit Feb 14, 2007
Feb. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Christie's International Motor Cars has withdrawn a multimillion-dollar vintage race car from auction, in a move that illustrates the risks associated with treating high-priced collectibles as legitimate investments. On Feb. 9, Christie's said it was postponing the sale of a 1939 Auto Union Type D, ``pending further exploration into the car's race history. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
