Sports events are incredibly popular in Canada. Probably this is the reason why the Spring Classic show has become such a popular event that will take place on May 18-20. The event gathers vintage race cars from 70’s, 80’s and 90’s and provides lots of fun for visitors. Connoisseurs of classic race cars have already bought tickets for the second annual Spring Classic show. In fact, tickets for the event have been available for purchasing since autumn.
Mazda Laguna Seca facilities
The place, chosen for such a big event, places an important role. It can contribute to creating the right atmosphere or totally ruin it. This spring the event will take place at Mazda Laguna Seca, which is said to be an excellent choice of organizers. The area has all needed facilities and will help create amazing show. It is worth noting that Mazda Laguna Seca does not use any investments to improve its facility. Everything is done at the cost of companies and agencies, who benefit from improving local facilities.
What to wait for at the Spring Classic
The Spring Classic is the best opportunity, if you want to see old and unique race vehicles. Visit the show at one of three days over May 18-20. Fans of old cars confess that one of incredibly interesting participants is 1966-1972 Trans-Am 2.5 Liter. The Trans-Am Series was designed in 1966 by the Sports Car Club of America. The company was also known as the “Trans-American Sedan Championship”. With time the series changed name several times. It is not a secret that some of names were connected with brand names of sponsors.
In 2017 one of the most well-known and reputable tire brands called Pirelli became exclusive supplier of Trans Am Series. The tire manufacturer also became racing sponsor. Change to Pirelli P Zero tires has beneficially influenced speeds and lap times. Among other race groups that will take part in the show, you can see Formula Atlantic, Formula B and Formula C, Stock cars, Formula Ford, Can-AM, etc.
One of many other interesting events that will happen at the Spring Classic is the Historic Motorcycle Exhibition. It will display bigger number of bikes and old historic cars. Visitors should also visit the Historic Motorcycle area because it will become the place for displaying old moto signs and old memorable stuff related to racing. Moreover, this exhibition area will include awards for best display bike and best race bike.
Historical insight into the show
Even though the show is relatively young, it has already become very popular. The history of the Spring Classic started in 2013. From the very beginning it was is a vintage vehicle race that gathered the best samples of race cars. Only vintage cars older than 20 years can take part in the event. The program always includes different venues related to motorsport and its history. The organizers of the event prepare routes, considering the condition of the roads of the selected location. All participants are offered to follow these routes and provided with Route Book containing detailed information. However, participants are not obliges to follow them, and, if they want to deviate from the routs or schedule, they are free to do so.
Celebrate Nitro Revival
Originally, the organizers wanted to keep it as a secret but information leaked anyway so there was no point in hiding it. The spring Classic will be honored with one more event – Nitro Revival. Now Nitro Revival is one of the most awaited parts of the event. It is a great opportunity for the visitors to take pictures of unique vintage cars and renewed drag vehicles powered with nitromethane. Many well-known racers will come to the event giving a great chance to take a picture with legends. Nitro Revival will take place at the second day of the event – May 19. It will ensure interesting activities, including sport activities and exhibitions. Racers say that this show can bring to life the best days of fuel dragsters with frog engines. The history revives in restored vehicles that look like brand new. Nitro Revival is like a unique re-union of different vintage cars. Nitro Revival is where you can see a huge number of classic street rods and hot rods. Organizers say they have prepared something special for the visitors. The last day of the Spring Classic – Saturday- will end up with mass fire-up. Just imagine the roaring sounds of classic drag vehicles. This is the sound that could be heard everywhere in the hills of the picturesque Monterey Peninsula.
Nitro Revival show is extraordinary and unconventional car show. Organizers of Nitro Revival confess to being very happy that the event will take place at Laguna Seca, considering facilities of the area. There is no need to say that the event will add a special race element to Spring Classic show in general. The history of drag racing is rich and vivid, and has plenty to offer. There are many interesting events to be revived in the memory of people in order to remind how it was back then. You are invited to become a part of Nitro Revival – the even that might become a considerable page in the history of the Spring Classic. The 11 run groups of around 200 historically-correct sports and race cars that will race on the 11-turn, 2.238-mile road course during the Spring Classic range from 1966-74 Can-Am to 1974-94 Stock Cars to Historic Motorcycle exhibitions.
The Spring Classic is the event that will bring together great people, old classic vehicles and a lot of fun. Even if you do not have deep interest in old vehicles, the program of the event is very promising. There will be numerous sport activities and entertainment that will make the weekend at Mazda Laguna Seca completely unforgettable. Considering that the sale of the tickets started at the end of 2017, there are high chances that they will run out soon. Do not miss the opportunity to join the Spring Classic.