RE: Nurburgring 24 hours: back, and as varied as ever
Wednesday 16th May 2012
This weekend sees the 40th running of the legendary Nurburgring 24-hour endurance race, and the usual infinitely varied mix of metal is gearing up for the gruelling endurance event on the legendary German circuit.
But what's of particular note? Well, new for 2012 will be four Toyota GT86s, two of which will be run by Gazoo racing in the SP3 class, looking astonishingly similar to the single LFA that Gazoo is also running.
But the beauty of the Nurburgring 24 is the sheer breadth and variety of the entries. You can have a look at the full starting line-up here, but some of our personal highlights among the 170-or-so starters include the return of the gorgeous P4/5C, an Audi A8, and the Kissling Motorsport Opel Manta...
Nurburgring 24 hours: back, and as varied as ever
It's time once again to celebrate the race where GT3 cars share circuit space with mk3 Golfs
This year's grid will also include McLaren MP4-12C GT3 racers, whose fortunes Editor Trent will be following closely.
We'll also have an embedded PH correspondent following the progress of the Nissan GT-Rs, which are essentially production-spec cars, albeit the Club Track Edition, with a stripped interior, some minor aero mods and a roll cage.
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Discussion
Aused said:
Who has the link for a live stream of this race?
It looks like it might be on http://www.audi.tvIf not, I've watched it on previous year at the official site: http://www.24h-rennen.de/
Audio Commentary in English: http://www.radiolemans.com
Aused said:
Who has the link for a live stream of this race?
I believe there is normally a link from the main site to a stream: http://www.24h-rennen.de/Overnight it did go to a single stationary camera though.
RadioLeMans also had an online broadcast last year.
edit: damn you truckosaurus and your quick typing
The Official Website
http://www.24h-rennen.de/Startseite.1.0.html?&...
online streaming
http://tv.audi.com/#/02
http://www.sportauto-online.de/lives...=1011710104...
http://tv.sport1.de/player/player.php?id=s743873
English language commentary will be provided by Radio Le Mans throughout Practice, qualifying and the race.
http://www.radiolemans.com/
17 May 13:30 N24 Free Practice
17 May 18:30 N24 Qualifying
18 May 08:30 N24 Qualifying
18 May 16:45 N24 Qualifying: Top 40
19 May 14:00 N24 Countdown to Green
19 May 15:00 N24: Race
Greg 172 said:
Is it just me, or is an Audi A8 racer even cooler than the old Volvo estate touring cars?
Yes I know, it's just me...
It is not just you... The team used to run a MB 560SEC. Remember seeing a driver change in the 2006 race. As the new driver approached the car, he casually popped the boot open, slotted a new drawer in the CD Changer and then proceeded to strap himself in the seat. The 560SEC still had a working aircon...Yes I know, it's just me...
Greg 172 said:
Is it just me, or is an Audi A8 racer even cooler than the old Volvo estate touring cars?
Yes I know, it's just me...
Not just you at all, though bear in mind that the A8 already has racing credentials as the factory entry into the DTM in the early 90s against the E30 M3 and Merc 190 Evos...Yes I know, it's just me...
http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_V8_quattro_DTM
DiscoColin said:
Not just you at all, though bear in mind that the A8 already has racing credentials as the factory entry into the DTM in the early 90s against the E30 M3 and Merc 190 Evos...
http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_V8_quattro_DTM
That's the V8, the predecessor to the A8, not an A8.http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audi_V8_quattro_DTM
Cheburator mk2 said:
It is not just you... The team used to run a MB 560SEC. Remember seeing a driver change in the 2006 race. As the new driver approached the car, he casually popped the boot open, slotted a new drawer in the CD Changer and then proceeded to strap himself in the seat. The 560SEC still had a working aircon...
I saw that 560SEC run at the Britcar 24 a few years ago. The guys drove it over here from Germany,did the race and drove it back again after.....! Classic.I went to the Nurburgring 24 last year, its very very German and just brilliant. Just before the race you can wander round the pits and then get onto the grid as they all line up for a look see at all the motors. Busses run from the GP track to take you to various points around the ring, bars everywhere, ridiculous sound systems (1 trailer for the genny, 2 more trailers for the each set of speakers!) and epic drinking. It makes Le Mans seem very tame.
Such a variety of cars, if its German and got 4 wheels then its racing at the ring! Loads of old Clio cup cars too trying to get in on the action with 911's, 458 rarris, anything from BMW and the like, superb.
Looking forward to watching it this year on the net. Theres an app too to keep track of the cars - just search for Nurburgring in the app store and you'll find it.
Dave
Was there last year, also my first trip to the Ring. Never seen such a car park both on and off track, and literally hundreds of thousands of racing fans. So much rush everywhere and we spent a lot of time just trying to get to places, but it was so worth it.
Everybody should take a trip there during the races once in their lives if they are racing fans. Wish I could be there again, but as often, I like my racing on TV - much better overview of the race.
Man, sitting in the dark eating fries in the middle of the night as watching those race cars brake discs glow red... Best night of my life!
Everybody should take a trip there during the races once in their lives if they are racing fans. Wish I could be there again, but as often, I like my racing on TV - much better overview of the race.
Man, sitting in the dark eating fries in the middle of the night as watching those race cars brake discs glow red... Best night of my life!
Cheburator mk2 said:
It is not just you... The team used to run a MB 560SEC. Remember seeing a driver change in the 2006 race. As the new driver approached the car, he casually popped the boot open, slotted a new drawer in the CD Changer and then proceeded to strap himself in the seat. The 560SEC still had a working aircon...
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