649 replies to this topic

[Roger Clark]

Hi all,

Will be attending for the first time. May I just ask what the traffic is like on Saturday? I'll be approaching from Petersfield-direction. Ta.

I would take the road through South Harting. I find less traffic than the Midhurst route.

[Supersox]

Can someone explain to me why several people, whose judgement and knowledge in these matters I respect, have referred to the Cobra race as the ''Kirkham Cup''?

[delta44]

I will be looking after a couple of FJ cars so please say hello if you come by. I will be looking very bored or drooling over the stockings

[phil1993]

I would take the road through South Harting. I find less traffic than the Midhurst route.

Yes, I was going to because I think it's more direct anyway, but thanks.

[Bill Harding]

Can someone explain to me why several people, whose judgement and knowledge in these matters I respect, have referred to the Cobra race as the ''Kirkham Cup''?

Is the correct answer?
"There are more Kirkhams than ACs entered in the Shelby Cup"...............................????????????????????????????????????????

Edited by Bill Harding, 13 September 2012 - 08:22.

[Supersox]

Is the correct answer?
"There are more Kirkhams than ACs entered in the Shelby Cup"...............................????????????????????????????????????????

Bill are you seriously suggesting that Goodwood would not immediately notice and reject Kirkham Cobra's, Superformance GT 40's or even heaven forbid Superformance Daytona's?

[Supersox]

At Goodwood yesterday there was a line of ''Ferrari 250 GTO's '' which we will take at face value were all genuine.
I understand they represent about half a billion dollars at todays -well values is a better word than prices.
I would have hoped that our security forces have considered the very real target to Western Capitalism and thus the general public attending the event that these cars represent and have taken-are taking -appropriate measures.

[D-Type]

Goodwood would not reject a Cobra that had been rebuilt using many Kirkham components. They might even knowingly accept a Kirkham or similar 'toolroom copy' of a car if no original cars were available - witness the Cunningham CR4 re-creation that is running this year.

Remember that Goodwood is all about 'the theatre' rather than historical accuracy. As a simple example, several of the makes and models of cars racing in today's evocation of the 9 hours race never competed in it in period although eligible. The field for many Goodwood races is more varied and probably better, in the sense of the number of potentially competitive cars, and overall probably more interesting than it was 'back in the day'. They also include unusual, but not necessarily competitive, cars on occasions, eg the Assegai a year or two ago.

By the way, those I met today and saw my long face will be pleased to know that I found my wallet* sitting on the bedside table - but not as pleased and relieved as I am. I'll be able to relax and enjoy the next 2 days.

*I had arrived at Goodwood and found I had no wallet with me

Edited by D-Type, 14 September 2012 - 21:04.

[arttidesco]

They also include unusual, but not necessarily competitive, cars on occasions,

Like the Jankowitz, hopefully today's performance will have finally convinced the owner that this delightful special with advanced features, central driving position and rear engine, never had any potential for anything other than boulevard cruising on the Mediterranian Coast of Croatia, how it could ever been driven at speed to evade bullets from a check point beggars belief.

Nice to see so many TNFers in Ted's tent during the rain

Glad you found your wallet Duncan.

Only 9 giga bites of pix to sort out now I'm home

[eldougo]

For those that want to keep up with the weekend action tune into Goodwood Radio ....Tune NOW it great.

[Lola5000]

Friend was telling ,how a well known UK historic racer was telling him.That most of the top running cars in the TT,would not get a run in any other historic event,due to there mods?

[Lutz G]

My wife and daughters get to grips with 29 year old Henry Cavill.....star of the next SUPERMAN film
He appeared to be brand ambassador for McLaren launching the new Spider
I liked him too....polite and courteous like all proper chaps.

Superman - great ;) Do you have also photos of the #7 car to the left?

[arttidesco]

Some TNFer's at Goodwood on Friday



Anyone else think Dan should be sharing the Presidential ticket with our very own Barry Boor as his running mate ?



Simon Hadfield signalling the end of his practice session in the Huffaker Chevrolet Genie Mk 8,



while Roger Wills went on to qualify 4th and I believe he 'podiumed' driving his McLaren M1B in the Whitsun Trophy today

Edited by arttidesco, 15 September 2012 - 19:33.

[Lola5000]

You guys get it so good over there with your historic race meetings.............here am I in Melbourne dressed in my time warp 50s clothing,with no where to go.
Any photos of the TT cars?

[Jerry Entin]

Jay Esterer leading the Whitsun Trophy race

Goodwood Revival 2012
Historics veteran Gary Pearson won an enthralling Whitsun Trophy race but his position wasn’t safe until he took the chequered flag. Last year’s winner Jay Esterer lit up the rear tyres of his Chinook MK2 to blast into an early lead but Lola T70 pilot Pearson briefly nosed ahead on lap three. He was soon demoted but then McLaren ace Roger Wills trumped them all with just 6.6-seconds blanketing the podium positions at the ten minute mark.

Esterer in particular survived several moments, displaying phenomenal car control to take charge of his snaking Chinook. Wills appeared secure up front, having been the bridesmaid in this race on two prior occasions. However, the Kiwi’s good work was for naught as he had a grassy excursion in the closing stages. He recovered to jump fellow McLaren racer Chris Goodwin for third, as Canadian Esterer came home second behind a determined Pearson. It was the all-rounder’s tenth Goodwood Revival win.

Pearson said later: “That was good, clean racing; proper motor sport!”

Offical Goodwood press release
photo: Goodwood Revival press photo

Edited by Jerry Entin, 15 September 2012 - 23:34.

[arttidesco]

Jay Esterer leading the Whitsun Trophy race

Goodwood Revival 2012
Historics veteran Gary Pearson won an enthralling Whitsun Trophy race but his position wasn’t safe until he took the chequered flag. Last year’s winner Jay Esterer lit up the rear tyres of his Chinook MK2 to blast into an early lead but Lola T70 pilot Pearson briefly nosed ahead on lap three. He was soon demoted but then McLaren ace Roger Wills trumped them all with just 6.6-seconds blanketing the podium positions at the ten minute mark.

Esterer in particular survived several moments, displaying phenomenal car control to take charge of his snaking Chinook. Wills appeared secure up front, having been the bridesmaid in this race on two prior occasions. However, the Kiwi’s good work was for naught as he had a grassy excursion in the closing stages. He recovered to jump fellow McLaren racer Chris Goodwin for third, as Canadian Esterer came home second behind a determined Pearson. It was the all-rounder’s tenth Goodwood Revival win.

Pearson said later: “That was good, clean racing; proper motor sport!”

Offical Goodwood press release
photo: Goodwood Revival press photo

Looks like I missed a cracking race

[eldougo]

I heard on Goodwood radio an interview with Doug Nye he got hit in the eye playing cricket the other day do we have a photo .

Some TNFer's at Goodwood on Friday

[arttidesco]

I heard on Goodwood radio an interview with Doug Nye he got hit in the eye playing cricket the other day do we have a photo .

Barry was at the game with his new camera phone ?

Wishing Doug a speedy recovery

Edited by arttidesco, 16 September 2012 - 08:20.

[Supersox]

Friend was telling ,how a well known UK historic racer was telling him.That most of the top running cars in the TT,would not get a run in any other historic event,due to there mods?

Your friend was quite correct not a cat in hell's chance nor any of the saloons either.

[nicanary]

Your friend was quite correct not a cat in hell's chance nor any of the saloons either.

The way things have gone saddens me a little bit, however entertaining the whole thing is. Surely the original intention was to recreate a typical Goodwood meeting? At what point did it , as a fellow member said earlier, become a piece of theatre? Did the entrants become over-competitive, seeking that infamous "unfair advantage"? Is it really THAT important to win at all costs?

Personally, I'd prefer to see cars that are essentially more "date-correct". The TT races of the early 60s had a mixture of classes, not just row on row of Cobras and e-types. What's wrong with recreating that?

[P0wderf1nger]

It really is the most magical event...







https://dl.dropbox.c...360/Billy Fiske

[Peter Morley]

The way things have gone saddens me a little bit, however entertaining the whole thing is. Surely the original intention was to recreate a typical Goodwood meeting?

A typical Goodwood meeting didn't have all the really exciting cars, most of the events were club races and recreating them presumably wouldn't attract the crowds in quite the same way.

[nicanary]

A typical Goodwood meeting didn't have all the really exciting cars, most of the events were club races and recreating them presumably wouldn't attract the crowds in quite the same way.

Point taken - But I'd always assumed the intention was to recreate one of the International Meetings, like Easter Goodwood, or the TT meeting. The Easter meet would have had, typically, an F1 race, an F3 race, GT race, saloon race and a sports car race. These all had the regular GP aces taking part (apart from F3), and all the leading regular contenders from the UK scene.

I'd have thought that a recreation of such a field would be perfectly acceptable to the Revival habitues, without recourse to inviting unlikely entries. I just wonder if the whole thing has got a little out of hand, without anyone noticing, and now it's too late. Sorry to be a pedant/spoilsport.

[Supersox]

Point taken - But I'd always assumed the intention was to recreate one of the International Meetings, like Easter Goodwood, or the TT meeting. The Easter meet would have had, typically, an F1 race, an F3 race, GT race, saloon race and a sports car race. These all had the regular GP aces taking part (apart from F3), and all the leading regular contenders from the UK scene.

I'd have thought that a recreation of such a field would be perfectly acceptable to the Revival habitues, without recourse to inviting unlikely entries. I just wonder if the whole thing has got a little out of hand, without anyone noticing, and now it's too late. Sorry to be a pedant/spoilsport.

By no means a pedant or a spoilsport. Goodwood is the spoilsport for motor sport in general in the UK. Unlike all the other circuits Goodwood seem to be there simply to enrich the Duke of Richmond and Gordon and his heirs and successors. The rest of the UK circuits provide all levels of racing from F1 to clubbies and they take the rough with the smooth, grass roots to Grand Prix. Goodwood takes the cream of the top and puts nothing back-indeed arguably spoils it for other motor sport because it creates such an artificial climate that one off visitors spend their budget at one meeting a year.The HSCC, VSCC etc provide a wide range year in year out..
With regard to eligibility no car which turns up by invitation will be turned away because the rids must be full-indeed when the event was first conceived Charles March wanted half a dozen or so cars kept back to fill in for breakdowns during the race to keep the circuit full.I kid you not!
Further the driving force is to get the look, a well known contributor to this site was quite open at the beginning that he was looking to be able to take a photograph and not be able to date it.The mechanical componentry/materials were of no concern at all
The event is not sporting in that it actually prevents competitors objecting/protesting and the scrutineers somehow manage to ignore the safety provisos of the MSA year book
wholesale.
As you gather I am not a fan.

[David McKinney]

The Easter meet would have had, typically, an F1 race, an F3 race, GT race, saloon race and a sports car race. These all had the regular GP aces taking part (apart from F3), and all the leading regular contenders from the UK scene.

...not to forget F2 and FJ
And Stirling Moss and Stuart Lewis-Evans (to name just two OTTOMH) continued to race in 500cc F3 after they'd graduated to the GP category
(You're the one who used the word "pedant" )

[nicanary]

Oohh.. I think that's all a little bit harsh, but as you say you're not a fan. I like it, but I feel it's moving in the wrong direction.

I have to point out in fairness to Goodwood that it is limited by bylaws as to how many meetings it can hold each year, so it's not exactly like other circuits. And the organisers prefer to treat the way it's run in their own manner, simply because they can. They are not trying to rival other historic meetings , but attempting to stage something pretty unique.

But when prospective entrants start to "create" cars just for one race per year, in order to win at any cost, i think that the whole ethos of historic racing is being undermined. There's nothing wrong with saloons where the tyres squeal and the cars lean over on corners - it's how it was. A35 roller-skates are just ridiculous. Similarly, when there are more GT cars of one type on the grid than ever appeared in period, I can't see how that recreates the race in period.

Since the event now attracts spectators who don't normally attend racing, I personally think that they would really enjoy seeing how it used to be; what's wrong with realism?

[nicanary]

...not to forget F2 and FJ
And Stirling Moss and Stuart Lewis-Evans (to name just two OTTOMH) continued to race in 500cc F3 after they'd graduated to the GP category
(You're the one who used the word "pedant" )

I was thinking more of the 60s - the present Revival tends to lean towards that era. But thanks for pointing it out

[David McKinney]

I'm sure you'll find that both FJ and F2 were run in the '60s ;)

[nicanary]

I'm sure you'll find that both FJ and F2 were run in the '60s ;)

I can't decide on an icon. And we haven't even been introduced!

I did WAISAD say a typical meeting - I don't reckon they'd have got that lot into one afternoon unless they'd gone back to the old 5=lap race format.

Pax.

[john aston]

I too have mixed feelings about the Goodwoood panto, superbly done though it is. Most of my reservations stem from the relenteless hype given by papers such as the Telegraph and most of the classic car press whose year long plugging of Goodwood is relentless. What really gets my goat is the impression given that there is no other historic racing really worth seeing in the UK. I just wonder where all the dressed up fans go when HSCC and VSCC run their events - because although the Silverstone Classic rightly gets a good crowd few other events do. I would take a day's racing at Cadwell over even Goodwood (not that it isn't a superb circuit, if a bit ..err..flat )- and I usually have it almost to myself. I'd probably moan anyway if they all turned up in their oh so predictable RAF uniforms and Marilyn Monroe wannabe frocks - and maybe the Wolds would be a bit too parky for them anyway..

[phil1993]

As a first-time goer (and someone who is still clinging to their teens so not familiar with the old cars), I found Goodwood fun. I did like a lot that was there, but it was just so damn crowded that I couldn't look at a lot. The American section was just packed and the area around Tesco's was just solid. It did detract from the event.

Then again, had a good spot at Woodcote in the morning and then Madgwick in the afternoon. But if I had to pay for my ticket, I'd be questioning the price. It is a lot and I'd investigate other classic events as well. Can anyone recommend the best ones or simply ones that not many go to (apologies for my horrific lack of classic knowledge)

[arttidesco]

As a first-time goer (and someone who is still clinging to their teens so not familiar with the old cars), I found Goodwood fun. I did like a lot that was there, but it was just so damn crowded that I couldn't look at a lot. The American section was just packed and the area around Tesco's was just solid. It did detract from the event.

Then again, had a good spot at Woodcote in the morning and then Madgwick in the afternoon. But if I had to pay for my ticket, I'd be questioning the price. It is a lot and I'd investigate other classic events as well. Can anyone recommend the best ones or simply ones that not many go to (apologies for my horrific lack of classic knowledge)

Silverstone Classic has a little less of the fifties and leans a little more towards eighties, and Oulton Park Gold cup a little more towards the seventies. Oulton has the benefit of being a spectacular circuit. There are numerous others that I have not attended in decades, Cadwell Park another fabulous circuit used to have a historic/classic meeting as does Brands Hatch which usually coincides with the event at Goodwood House. I'm sure many more will come to light now you have asked the question. My local Castle Combe is hosting a classic meeting on October 6th.

Edited by arttidesco, 16 September 2012 - 21:44.

[phil1993]

Thanks, that's tempting. I'm around 80 minutes from Castle Combe, although I've never been. Might be fun to pop in after lunchtime to watch some racing!

[Hse289]

Well done everyone involved at Goodwood, my son and thought it was FANTASTIC. Thanks also for having all of the Cobra`s outside of the GRRC Paddock. I did,nt see Bob Bondurant there yesterday was he there?
Paul

[arttidesco]

Thanks, that's tempting. I'm around 80 minutes from Castle Combe, although I've never been. Might be fun to pop in after lunchtime to watch some racing!

Let me know if your going it would be a pleasure to meet up and show you around :-)

[john aston]

As a first-time goer (and someone who is still clinging to their teens so not familiar with the old cars), I found Goodwood fun. I did like a lot that was there, but it was just so damn crowded that I couldn't look at a lot. The American section was just packed and the area around Tesco's was just solid. It did detract from the event.

Then again, had a good spot at Woodcote in the morning and then Madgwick in the afternoon. But if I had to pay for my ticket, I'd be questioning the price. It is a lot and I'd investigate other classic events as well. Can anyone recommend the best ones or simply ones that not many go to (apologies for my horrific lack of classic knowledge)

THe key events for me are HSCC Cadwell - usually Easter weekend; VSCC Cadwell- early June; Silverstone Classic late July; Croft Nostalgia early August and Oulton Gold Cup August Bank holiday. All are wonderful in different ways; Cadwell is simply the best circuit in UK with unparalleled access and proximity to track; Classic is just huge and if your prefereed era is late 60 s on (as mine is ) you'll be in heaven.Croft is a mini Classic and Oulton is too . Croft encourages dresssing up but few bother apart from WW2 buffs (there is a military vehicle and classic car show on infield).Doubt if possible to buy champagne anywhere other than Goodwood so bring your own..

[Barry Boor]

I can tell everyone that the Dan Gurney tribute, particularly on Sunday afternoon, was to my eyes and ears, superb and extremely emotional.

I have to admit to having more than one tear in my eyes, many, many more, and it was wonderful to realise the esteem in which Dan is held by so many people.

Since 1960 Dan has been MY driver and I felt just a little bit jealous realising that I have to share him with so many other people; but I'll learn to live with it....

[Belmondo]

Liked that streamliner '30s Alfa.

And the bare-aluminium Maserati 151. Which I assume to be a replica?

[arttidesco]

Liked that streamliner '30s Alfa.

The Jankowits is a real beauty, however ALFA Romeo have never viewed it as one of their projects, what ever the owner might like to think.

And the bare-aluminium Maserati 151. Which I assume to be a replica?

Linked here is Doug Nye's description of the 39" tall Maserati.

[Belmondo]

arttidesco, thanks.

I've seen pictures but was still astounded by how low the Maserati is.

[Odseybod]

I can tell everyone that the Dan Gurney tribute, particularly on Sunday afternoon, was to my eyes and ears, superb and extremely emotional.

I have to admit to having more than one tear in my eyes, many, many more, and it was wonderful to realise the esteem in which Dan is held by so many people.

Since 1960 Dan has been MY driver and I felt just a little bit jealous realising that I have to share him with so many other people; but I'll learn to live with it....

I so agree, Barry - and he wasn't a particular hero No. 1 hero of mine, just quietly admired. But certainly a very moist eye after a partricularly fitting tribute. Here he is being chauffeured by Tony Brooks in 'his' Testa Rossa.

[Supersox]

I too have mixed feelings about the Goodwoood panto, superbly done though it is. Most of my reservations stem from the relenteless hype given by papers such as the Telegraph and most of the classic car press whose year long plugging of Goodwood is relentless. What really gets my goat is the impression given that there is no other historic racing really worth seeing in the UK. I just wonder where all the dressed up fans go when HSCC and VSCC run their events - because although the Silverstone Classic rightly gets a good crowd few other events do. I would take a day's racing at Cadwell over even Goodwood (not that it isn't a superb circuit, if a bit ..err..flat )- and I usually have it almost to myself. I'd probably moan anyway if they all turned up in their oh so predictable RAF uniforms and Marilyn Monroe wannabe frocks - and maybe the Wolds would be a bit too parky for them anyway..

I understand that when the Telegraph, earlier this year, did a write up on the poor girl who was killed at Goodwood in her Lotus Seven the entire Goodwood staff, excluding C March, were on the phone very shortly afterwards complaining about the terrible disloyalty of the DT who as a corporate sponsor should know better than publish stories like this.
Encapsulates the whole Goodwood deal for me.

[Piquet959]

Now this will probably set a cat amongst the pigeons but why not.

If you want to go to a couple of great historic car racing meeting then might I suggest that all those that can,
should save their dollars/euros,
get a visa,
book an airfare and accomodation and come to Australia to Melbourne in particular and attend either the Sandown Historic Races in November or the Phillip Island Classic in March

Sandown Historic is held in November in Melbourne in mid to late Spring. A weekend pass is $A60.00, program is $A5.00 with concessions for students an pensioners. Sandown is close to the city of Melbourne probably 25 km south east of the city.


The other really great historic meeting is held in March just prior to the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island. This circuit is fast and flowing with great views over the ocean. It is also a great circuit for the spectator as the majority of the circuit is visible from nealy anywhere on he outside of the circuit. A three day pass is Aust$70.00 which also includes paddock entry, a program is $A5.00.
The Phillip Island circuit is about 140 km from Melbourne about 1 1/2 drive South east of the city.

The weathe is always good November is late Spring , March is early Autumn.

More details are available on www.vhrr.com.
There are also plenty of clips from both race meetings on YouTube.

Come and enjoy!!!!

Edited by Piquet959, 17 September 2012 - 09:30.

[eldougo]

Listing to all this bitching about Goodwood make me MAD . You live in a country that is small and has a good transport system to get around ,you have some of the best track in the world ,you have an abundant of classic cars ,motorbikes a plethora of car clubs and people to run these amazing events.
And yet some STILL find time to moan and bitch about a world class event held at a GREAT track, and a organizer and owner that is making it pay to allow ALL to attend and enjoy racing and FUN and twice a year for christ sake.
We in australia and other countries i dare say would give their right NUTS to attend and soak up the noise,fumes and FUN . any day of the week compared to what we have to put up out here ,so i can tell you if you don't like it don't go, lots of other would love to attend that's for sure.
I cant wait for 2015 so that i can soaking up the classic car atmosphere.

[LotusElise]

I understand some of the criticisms, but I still remain a resolute Goodwood fan. I think I probably see better racing at the Silverstone Classic, and get more insight into historic cars themselves at hillclimbs and Brooklands events, but as a spectacle, it's hard to beat.

This year, we broke with tradition and went on the Sunday. What were everyone's thoughts on the Silver Arrows parade?

[nicanary]

I can tell everyone that the Dan Gurney tribute, particularly on Sunday afternoon, was to my eyes and ears, superb and extremely emotional.

I have to admit to having more than one tear in my eyes, many, many more, and it was wonderful to realise the esteem in which Dan is held by so many people.

Since 1960 Dan has been MY driver and I felt just a little bit jealous realising that I have to share him with so many other people; but I'll learn to live with it....

I think anyone who witnessed racing in the 60s will have admired Dan for being not only one of the very finest drivers, but also for being patently a nice guy and a complete enthusiast of the sport. I know this may be anathema for many TNF members, but I rather like him for that Cannonball Run with Brock Yates - how on earth Yates persuaded him to do it I've no idea, since Dan has never seemed to me to be the sort of person to court publicity or the wrath of the law.

But I reckon being alongside him, driving at those ridiculous speeds, must have been at least a little bit akin to being alongside SM on the Mille Miglia. (I did say a little bit). Would Gilles have got to the other side of the States without a big "off"?

[Kingsleyrob]

I am moaning - at the programme price. Twelve quid is a rip off.

Rob

Well, I did buy a programme, and I'm pleased to say its value for me has elevated to "priceless". That's due to a signature of a certain gentleman adorning the great picture of him in classic Bell helmet with peak, plus blue overalls sitting in his Brabham. He was kind enough to add another one in my 1966 World Cup Willie autograph book - his was noticeably absent among his contemporaries I was pleased to collect as a nipper.

Not only a signature but a brief chat and a firm handshake - it's not every day you can thank face to face a hero responsible for the project that created an object that has been filling my eyeballs with pleasure for 45 years. I told Dan I was only twelve when I was so pleased that he was victorious at Spa and he chuckled.

My day was terriffic - if a tad long - starting with a 4.15am alarm on Sunday and tumbling into bed smiling like a ten year old at 1.30am Monday. There's no doubt the Revival has something special for me, and I can put my finger on it. It takes me back to a time that's impossible for me to recall visually, as I saw my first races in 65/66. So, seeing the pre-66 cars is a treat, plus the circuit, unadulterated by modernity. Marvellous.

I enjoyed the Silver Arrows, but the publicity boast about "racing speeds" was well out. It was good to get up close to them in the display too.

The Dan tribute was great - his silver Porsche having an amazing sound for a little fella. I did notice though, the lack of applause at appropriate moments during Lord M's speech - It made me wonder how many of those surrounding me knew what all the fuss was about.

Great to meet up with Barry B, Roger C and Macca too, chuffed with his purchase of a spot of artwork featuring Pete Aron.

Thanks to Giraffe and Ms Giraffe for chauffering me for two thirds of my journey for the second year in succession. And to Beesa Paul for helping me with my ticket. One day really isn't enough, I must get more organised next year.

Rob

[cdrewett]

Listing to all this bitching about Goodwood make me MAD . You live in a country that is small and has a good transport system to get around ,you have some of the best track in the world ,you have an abundant of classic cars ,motorbikes a plethora of car clubs and people to run these amazing events.
And yet some STILL find time to moan and bitch about a world class event held at a GREAT track, and a organizer and owner that is making it pay to allow ALL to attend and enjoy racing and FUN and twice a year for christ sake.
We in australia and other countries i dare say would give their right NUTS to attend and soak up the noise,fumes and FUN . any day of the week compared to what we have to put up out here ,so i can tell you if you don't like it don't go, lots of other would love to attend that's for sure.
I cant wait for 2015 so that i can soaking up the classic car atmosphere.

amen to that. Real racing, top cars and planes. If you don't like it don't go, but don't whinge about thousands of people having a great time.

[David Beard]

Listing to all this bitching about Goodwood make me MAD . You live in a country that is small and has a good transport system to get around ,you have some of the best track in the world ,you have an abundant of classic cars ,motorbikes a plethora of car clubs and people to run these amazing events.
And yet some STILL find time to moan and bitch about a world class event held at a GREAT track, and a organizer and owner that is making it pay to allow ALL to attend and enjoy racing and FUN and twice a year for christ sake.
We in australia and other countries i dare say would give their right NUTS to attend and soak up the noise,fumes and FUN . any day of the week compared to what we have to put up out here ,so i can tell you if you don't like it don't go, lots of other would love to attend that's for sure.
I cant wait for 2015 so that i can soaking up the classic car atmosphere.

Well said that man

[David Beard]

Well, I did buy a programme, and............
Rob

Lovely report Rob

We only managed one day this year, which was inadequate. Enjoyed it as much as ever. I think this chap was enjoying it, too...

Edited by David Beard, 17 September 2012 - 11:35.