Changes to Maison Blanche 2015 - Porsche Experience Centre
Discussion
OK, I know I shouldn't worry but I'm starting to worry...
A model of the centre was displayed at the Paris motor show and it looks huge!
http://www.audipassion.com/2014/paris-2014-present... pics on website
A model of the centre was displayed at the Paris motor show and it looks huge!
http://www.audipassion.com/2014/paris-2014-present... pics on website
translation of website said:
After announced and signed with the ACO in March 2014 for the construction and opening of a Porsche Experience Center (PEC) in the same circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June 2015, Porsche unveiled its stand at the the Paris Motor Show 2014 model of the Porsche test center.
The Porsche Experience Center is the first to open in France and it is the sixth Porsche test center in the world after those of Leipzig, Silverstone, Shanghai, Los Angeles and Atlanta.
The PEC is currently out of the ground and will be opened in June 2015, it is located next to the White House trail at the edge of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours.
His model was presented at the Paris Motor Show 2014, allowing finally discover its configuration and appearance of the top 3-storey building.
This will allow Porsche customers to drive on the White House tour with their car or trying the latest news of the brand while becoming familiar with the Porsche technologies. A Porsche driving school is already established, the Porsche driving school sports.
The new complex will have a Porsche exhibit hall that will showcase prestigious models that made the reputation of Porsche worldwide and who have distinguished themselves on the nearby track circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The PEC will provide an area of over 3,000 m²:
- an adaptation of the White House tour (2.9 km part of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours) to be supplemented by various modules of driving experience
- and the event spaces a restaurant
- a static display of Porsche cars in the current range and its historical heritage
- a Porsche service center
- a space vehicle customization 'Porsche Exclusive'
- a reception area for all events on the circuit , especially for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including a space overlooking the circuit
- a technical training center and not dedicated technical personnel Porsche Centres
- shop Porsche Driver's Selection
- ten full-time jobs created for Occasionally
The Porsche Experience Center is the first to open in France and it is the sixth Porsche test center in the world after those of Leipzig, Silverstone, Shanghai, Los Angeles and Atlanta.
The PEC is currently out of the ground and will be opened in June 2015, it is located next to the White House trail at the edge of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours.
His model was presented at the Paris Motor Show 2014, allowing finally discover its configuration and appearance of the top 3-storey building.
This will allow Porsche customers to drive on the White House tour with their car or trying the latest news of the brand while becoming familiar with the Porsche technologies. A Porsche driving school is already established, the Porsche driving school sports.
The new complex will have a Porsche exhibit hall that will showcase prestigious models that made the reputation of Porsche worldwide and who have distinguished themselves on the nearby track circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The PEC will provide an area of over 3,000 m²:
- an adaptation of the White House tour (2.9 km part of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours) to be supplemented by various modules of driving experience
- and the event spaces a restaurant
- a static display of Porsche cars in the current range and its historical heritage
- a Porsche service center
- a space vehicle customization 'Porsche Exclusive'
- a reception area for all events on the circuit , especially for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including a space overlooking the circuit
- a technical training center and not dedicated technical personnel Porsche Centres
- shop Porsche Driver's Selection
- ten full-time jobs created for Occasionally
Dickie Dastardly said:
Bugger!! Got an email today advising I need to look for another site as Maison Blanche pitches have decimated...
Grrrr - sorry you're in the wars, but thanks for the heads up - can I ask you is that from ACO, or via an agent (if it's via an agent I may need to put a call into mine). Thanks in anticipation.FraMac said:
Grrrr - sorry you're in the wars, but thanks for the heads up - can I ask you is that from ACO, or via an agent (if it's via an agent I may need to put a call into mine). Thanks in anticipation.
Was via Select Motor Racing who i've booked camping and tickets through a few times (and are very good).Not their fault i guess, i've now requested camping at Le Houx as an alternative - it seems to get good reviews and is still pretty central...
Edited by Dickie Dastardly on Thursday 23 October 13:07
Revhappychappy said:
OK, I know I shouldn't worry but I'm starting to worry...
A model of the centre was displayed at the Paris motor show and it looks huge!
http://www.audipassion.com/2014/paris-2014-present... pics on website
What is this? A Porsche Experience Center for ants? it needs to be at least 3 times bigger!A model of the centre was displayed at the Paris motor show and it looks huge!
http://www.audipassion.com/2014/paris-2014-present... pics on website
translation of website said:
After announced and signed with the ACO in March 2014 for the construction and opening of a Porsche Experience Center (PEC) in the same circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June 2015, Porsche unveiled its stand at the the Paris Motor Show 2014 model of the Porsche test center.
The Porsche Experience Center is the first to open in France and it is the sixth Porsche test center in the world after those of Leipzig, Silverstone, Shanghai, Los Angeles and Atlanta.
The PEC is currently out of the ground and will be opened in June 2015, it is located next to the White House trail at the edge of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours.
His model was presented at the Paris Motor Show 2014, allowing finally discover its configuration and appearance of the top 3-storey building.
This will allow Porsche customers to drive on the White House tour with their car or trying the latest news of the brand while becoming familiar with the Porsche technologies. A Porsche driving school is already established, the Porsche driving school sports.
The new complex will have a Porsche exhibit hall that will showcase prestigious models that made the reputation of Porsche worldwide and who have distinguished themselves on the nearby track circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The PEC will provide an area of over 3,000 m²:
- an adaptation of the White House tour (2.9 km part of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours) to be supplemented by various modules of driving experience
- and the event spaces a restaurant
- a static display of Porsche cars in the current range and its historical heritage
- a Porsche service center
- a space vehicle customization 'Porsche Exclusive'
- a reception area for all events on the circuit , especially for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including a space overlooking the circuit
- a technical training center and not dedicated technical personnel Porsche Centres
- shop Porsche Driver's Selection
- ten full-time jobs created for Occasionally
The Porsche Experience Center is the first to open in France and it is the sixth Porsche test center in the world after those of Leipzig, Silverstone, Shanghai, Los Angeles and Atlanta.
The PEC is currently out of the ground and will be opened in June 2015, it is located next to the White House trail at the edge of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours.
His model was presented at the Paris Motor Show 2014, allowing finally discover its configuration and appearance of the top 3-storey building.
This will allow Porsche customers to drive on the White House tour with their car or trying the latest news of the brand while becoming familiar with the Porsche technologies. A Porsche driving school is already established, the Porsche driving school sports.
The new complex will have a Porsche exhibit hall that will showcase prestigious models that made the reputation of Porsche worldwide and who have distinguished themselves on the nearby track circuit and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
The PEC will provide an area of over 3,000 m²:
- an adaptation of the White House tour (2.9 km part of the circuit of Le Mans 24 Hours) to be supplemented by various modules of driving experience
- and the event spaces a restaurant
- a static display of Porsche cars in the current range and its historical heritage
- a Porsche service center
- a space vehicle customization 'Porsche Exclusive'
- a reception area for all events on the circuit , especially for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, including a space overlooking the circuit
- a technical training center and not dedicated technical personnel Porsche Centres
- shop Porsche Driver's Selection
- ten full-time jobs created for Occasionally
Dickie Dastardly said:
Was via Select Motor Racing who i've booked camping and tickets through a few times (and are very good).
Not their fault i guess, i've now requested camping at Le Houx as an alternative - it seems to get good reviews and is still pretty central...
OK - many thanks - I'll check with our chap. If he's any availability or if he's operating a waiting list I can let you know.Not their fault i guess, i've now requested camping at Le Houx as an alternative - it seems to get good reviews and is still pretty central...
Edited by Dickie Dastardly on Thursday 23 October 13:07
Thanks again.
This is a photo taken from today's paper. I phoned to see if I could go up and take photos but was told that it is all fenced off. However, as you can see from the plan underneath, the centre is between the Maison Blanche circuit and the Bugatti circuit, which is slap bang in the middle of Maison Blanche camping.
Edited by lowdrag on Friday 24th October 13:25
Its definitely going to have an impact
Email received from Brian @ 1st Tickets states that the ACO are "obliged to initially cancel about 300 pitches until we know if we are able to use some of rehabilitated areas." which represents ~30-35% of MB spaces.
We will know more at the end of November once the ACO has confirmed the ticket allocations - Our group has everything crossed that it is minimal impact to our booking. Been every year since 2003 - could be a sabbatical year
Email received from Brian @ 1st Tickets states that the ACO are "obliged to initially cancel about 300 pitches until we know if we are able to use some of rehabilitated areas." which represents ~30-35% of MB spaces.
We will know more at the end of November once the ACO has confirmed the ticket allocations - Our group has everything crossed that it is minimal impact to our booking. Been every year since 2003 - could be a sabbatical year
I'm taking DS240's optimistic view. Certainly appears to be situated close to the Maison Blanche main entrance rather than over the camp site. However I am sure there will will large security areas around the site which will impact on some pitches in case they have the idiots close by setting fire to the tyres etc on Sunday nights....
I've been in this site every year since 1986 bar 3 .....will be a sad day if I'm not this year
I've been in this site every year since 1986 bar 3 .....will be a sad day if I'm not this year
I went past today and was shocked since originally it was supposed to be on the inside of the circuit, so the Karting side, but it is right next to the road. I'm not very good on this part of the circuit but it must be around the Ford chicane area, but anyway here is the first photo, looking from the end of Maison Blanche camping at the Motul stand alongside.
Now you can see I am standing roadside, and the next picture is from the same spot turning right.
In the background of this photo you can see the shower and toilet block just left as you enter Maison Blanche camping. It appears to me that they have taken one hell of a big chunk of the site away.
Now you can see I am standing roadside, and the next picture is from the same spot turning right.
In the background of this photo you can see the shower and toilet block just left as you enter Maison Blanche camping. It appears to me that they have taken one hell of a big chunk of the site away.
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