Silverstone Classic this weekend

Lots of classic racing cars plus family ents

By PH Staff / Tuesday, 26 July 2005 / Loading comments

Silverstone will be reliving the glory days of British motorsport next weekend (30-31 July) when more than 60 years of spectacular racing machinery will roll back the years to compete in the new-look Silverstone Classic. Six decades of Grand Prix motor racing will form the centrepiece of the annual event, providing a classic mix of nostalgia and hard, competitive racing, as some of the most sensational racing cars ever built take to the track.

The event will be centred on the infield at Silverstone and free entry to the open paddock and centre trade village will ensure fans gain unparalleled access to some of the most loved, and best presented classic racing cars in the country.

For the first time, F1 cars from 1930 to 1985 will compete in a single event, supported by a line-up that boasts some of the best historic and classic racing series in Europe. The event will be a celebration of Grand Prix racing, with rare and valuable racing cars -- many of which were raced by the finest drivers in the sport's history -- being pushed to the limit. Over 500 cars and more than 700 drivers have entered.

Sports, GT and saloon cars will also add to the weekend's racing, with a line-up which means every element of motor racing history will be represented, with cars being used as they were always intended -- for racing!

Family day out

The festival atmosphere will continue away from the track with a two-day timetable of action-packed family entertainment. Autograph sessions, air displays, classic racing motorcycle displays, art/photo gallery, trade stalls, club car displays, a period fun fair, BRDC 500 RetroRun, children’s entertainment and the much enjoyed Scarf & Goggles, with its live music and BBQ, all add to the unique atmosphere of The Silverstone Classic -- one of Silverstone’s most enjoyable events of the season.

Auction

Event sponsor Bonhams will also be holding a special auction of racing cars, related memorabilia and automobilia on Saturday afternoon with viewing available all day Friday and Saturday morning -- see the company's Web site for details.

Silverstone boss Richard Phillips said: “Silverstone’s historic and classic motorsport events have always been extremely popular with both participants and fans, and we’re delighted that the all-new Silverstone Classic has attracted some of the most rare and valuable racing cars in the world.

“Classic motorsport events create a unique atmosphere, and we’ve developed a fantastic two day timetable that will provide families with non-stop entertainment, both on and off the track. We’re looking forward to a great weekend that promises to be truly memorable for everyone involved.”

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