Baltimore Knife & Sword Co. wrote:
>
> could it be the stands are empty because the cars arent interesting?
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-
> [mailto:owner-vintage-race@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of
> Joseph_Chimbolo@hyperion.com
> Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 9:10 AM
> To: teamnet@hyperion.com
> Subject: Vintage Racing?
>
> I love all types of racing, but I am going to try to get more involved with
> current SCCA machines. US road racing needs your support.
> It is sickening to see the stands at CART/IRL and Trans Am races. The only
> road racers left will be vintage racers. Speedvision/Motorola Cup
> is an great series and may be the start of a return of Road Racing interest
> in the US. We just got F1 back.
>
> So when you are buying your next car, why not buy an IT car and really race
> with SCCA or sponsor a car.
i don't see how racing an IT car is going to increase fan interst. They
are only eligible for Regionals, few of which are open to spectators.
Even fewer actually draw any. However, it is a good way to start
racing, though I prefer to see the wheels for serious work.
Grant Reynolds
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