Speedfest at the Classic Motorsports Mitty 2010

[Diseazd]

Got my dinner tix too.....Anyone up for a drink of alchohol? Guy

[Ron Carter]

Georgia Moonshine!?

[Diseazd]

Looking forward to seeing your car Ron ...........I'm sure John Morton will enjoy it too. I was sitting on the back Esses at Road Atlanta when he won the Road Race of Champions back in the 70's!

[Ron Carter]

I spoke to John about this a couple of months ago, he will be driving his 510 at the event. So I will be driving my Z. I think it will be unbelieveable to see all these cars out on the track at the same time. We are expecting to put all the cars on the track, that run and do a few laps.

To see the two BRE roadracing Z's and offroad Z on the track, with several original 510s and a roadster or two is worth the price of admission...

[MikeW]

I ordered tickets a few years ago and hadn't received them for several weeks. I contacted Diane Simpson who indicated that my tickets had already been mailed. A few days later I got this email from her:

You are not going to believe this. I have been out of town for a few days and went in to the office this morning and there was your envelope. It didn't have postage on it!! I promise I am not a complete airhead!! I guess I was doing so many at one time that two must have gotten stuck together. I will have these to the post office first thing in the morning.

For being so patient, why don't you come by registration and I'll give you a free touring pass for either Saturday or Sunday.

Thanks,

Diane

Bottom line - they were extremely responsive and helpful so I wouldn't worry one bit that the tickets haven't arrived yet. If there was any kind of mix-up it will get straightened out.

[gogriz91]

I hope you guys get alot of pics, I'd go as I only live two hours away but I'm eight time zones away for awhile, it's a real bummer. I'd be willing to reimburse someone a reasonable amount to get some autographs.

[Nazgul280]

Ron, can you tell us if any of Adam Carolla's BRE cars will be there? I thought Les @ Classic Datsun told me they were figuring out which ones to bring. Maybe you could leak a little info for a teaser?

[SteveJ]

Well, I finally got my tickets on Saturday. Now I just have to make sure I take care of details on my cars to have them ready. I think the 73 might have to go to the Concour de LeMons.

[SteveJ]

An impressive roster of famous drivers and automotive legends will be attending the 34th annual Classic Motorsports Mitty at Road Atlanta, April 29-May 2. They'll be reunited with many of the famous historic cars from their past.

Headlining the list of celebrities will be Peter Brock, designer of the World Championship Shelby Daytona Cobra and founder of the legendary BRE team. His team dominated SCCA racing for several years, giving Datsun its first C Production National Championship and Trans-Am 2.5 championships. The BRE Datsuns won four national championships and wore a unique livery that is revered by race fans everywhere. BRE’s racing success helped make Datsun well-known in the U.S. as Brock’s fleet of Datsuns 2000s, 510s and 240Zs won races and fans throughout the United States.

Brock will be honored at a special dinner Thursday, April 29. He will be joined by several of his former BRE drivers John Morton and John McComb and BRE crew members Kirk Allegro, Mac Tilton, John Caldwell and John Knepp.

Also attending the festivities will be former NASCAR champion Bobby Allison, who drove briefly for BRE. Named one of NASCAR’s all-time Top 50 drivers, Allison won 84 NASCAR races, including three Daytona 500 victories and the 1983 championship.

Tony Adamowicz will compete in the 20-lap Formula 5000 race at the Mitty. He will be driving the Eagle Mk4 he drove to the F5000 championship in 1969.

“Fans will not only be treated to a full weekend of fantastic racing by some of the most historic race cars, they will have the opportunity to meet some of the top drivers from the past in the paddock and special autograph signing areas,” said Ken Fengler, HSR Vice President of Race Operations.

Several of the celebrities will be competing in some of the races while others will be mingling in the pits and meeting fans at the car corrals throughout the weekend.

John Morton gained his greatest racing fame behind the wheel of BRE Datsuns from 1969 through 1972. Morton has raced Formula 5000, IMSA, Can-Am and sports cars, winning his class at several endurance events at Le Mans, Sebring and Daytona. He also competed in several CART events.

John McComb drove for BRE in 1970, winning eight straight races en route to a divisional championship in a BRE Datsun 2000. He also campaigned a BRE 240Z later that year.

Kirk Allegro, who campaigned his own Datsun 2000 in 1972, was a key member of the BRE team.

Mac Tilton served as crew chief and engineer for BRE and later developed several racing innovations, including the first carbon-fiber clutch and carbon brake pads and rotors. These are now common in Formula 1, NASCAR and sports cars.

John Caldwell was the engine chief for BRE and also built championship-winning engines for Bob Sharp and Paul Newman, plus factory teams including Triumph, Saab, Mazda, Toyota and Nissan.

Engine builder, gear and electronics specialist John Knepp formed the Electramotive racing team after BRE ceased operation in 1972. With driver Don Devendorf, his cars won several championships in the IMSA GTP and Group C classes.

Radio and TV personality Adam Carolla also is expected to attend. A noted auto enthusiast, he is a frequent guest of auto collector Jay Leno on his “Tonight Show” program.

The Mitty is the oldest historic race on the East Coast and the second of eight Historic Sportscar Races in 2010. For more information about the exciting vintage race, go to themitty.com.

themitty.comAbout Classic Motorsports:

Classic Motorsports was established in 1986 as a go-to guide for classic and collector automobile enthusiasts. Currently, it is the largest publication dedicated to preserving, racing and restoring classic sports cars in the nation. The magazine’s editorial includes everything from classic car road tests and driving impressions to collector car profiles and historical features, as well as technical how-to articles for those who maintain and restore their own cars. Each issue also includes car show and vintage racing and event coverage. To receive a free trial copy of Classic Motorsports, request one online at www.classicmotorsports.net or call the magazine’s offices at (800) 520-8292.

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[Ron Carter]

I dont know Adam's plans, and I am sure Les does not know for sure. I would suspect that he would be there, but no Guarantees. I do know a couple of the cars going on the transport with my car.

They include the BRE 46 510, my BRE Tribute 240Z, Adam's lightweight roadster or #44 BRE roadster, Les's BRE 510 baja car + one or two more???

I know Tony well, and he raced with NPTI the California Cooler Nissan GTP car...His Gurney Eagle is really cool!

Of course all the BRE guys will be great to have on hand too, and the stories will be epic!

[Mike B]

I do know a couple of the cars going on the transport with my car.

They include the BRE 46 510, my BRE Tribute 240Z, Adam's lightweight roadster or #44 BRE roadster, Les's BRE 510 baja car + one or two more???

That's almost too much BRE history to risk on one transport. Kind of like the President, VP, and the rest of the succession line flying in one plane . I'm sure they will all be in good hands and arrive safely.

I have family in Florida, so I am going to fly down the week before and spend some time at the beach with them before going to the Mitty. I'm looking forward to seeing your car and the others Ron.

-Mike

[Ron Carter]

Mike it will be great to meet you too....

I know what you are saying about the cars all riding together, but this is a very reputable company that does this for NISSAN. I think in this case we will be all set.

I have been working on my BRE 240Z and should have it wrapped up and ready for the Mitty in the next few days. She is going to be dressed up special for the Mitty.

I am looking forward to a great time, and some awesome memories!!

Ron