Should the Tuscans join the TVRCC challenge?

[jamesc]

Should the Tuscans join the TVRCC challenge for 2005? What do TVRCC racers think about this?

[jamesc]

take a look at the success of the VW cup and it's humble begingings! I think we could have something really great if the Tuscans joined in.

James

[jamesc]

Andy - You are wrong about the VW Cup. Budgets do vary from car to car. They also use a variety engines from 1.3i to the VR6. The series started out made out of one make series cars; mainly Ventos and Beetles. Last year the series was won by a 1.8i Golf Gti Mk1. I raced in Roadsports against a variety of machinery and great fun it was too. What I am suggesting is a series which caters for all TVRs and will make great TV.

[jamesc]

Racing Tuscans in the TVRCC will give owners the choice of running a Rover V8 or the AJP8. Also running on road tyres should be interesting. I have to agree with Simon's comments. Lets face it, the Tuscans are 15 years old! I have seen a few Tasmin races and have been most impressed with Steve Lewis for getting it off the ground. I cannot see the SRO letting the Tuscans carry on as they have this year or the R400 Caterhams. A new car was needed and the Sagaris replacement has been canned. However as stated previous on this thread new cars can join the TVRCC series. As in the VW cup old can race against new and provide great racing.

[jamesc]

Graham said:

fatsteve said: I'd also argue that the regs need a bit of a shake up in the TVRCC cup to ensure the series can survive and continue to diversify. Steve Could you expand on that... The regs are fairly simple 1)Any TVR 2)Power to weight limits 3)Control Tyres 4)weight penalty for bigger brakes. 5)suspension mounts and engine position must be in original location. thats about it really... I admit the class structure may need expanding depending on what cars we see next season. As to the tuscan i expect we will see more tuscans in the series ( there are already at least 2 being prepped [rover]) and i think they will be very competitive. I have split loyalties i love the tuscan challenge and tried to raise funds to run this year, but would admit it is getting on a bit and needs manufacturer support to survive.. I's also like to see a huge mix of TVRs in the TVRCC challenge, as long as we can make it safe, interesting and competitive for everyone. It will be an intersting year for all in TVR circles.. G

Sounds really exciting!