ZR-1 Track Day at Blackhawk 2011

[LGAFF]

Spoke to blackhawk farms raceway, they are located on the WI/IL boarder and are an SCCA/NASA track. IF we get 40-50 cars we could rent the track for the day for $165-170 per person...includes, insurance, corner workers, ambulance, etc. Track to ourselves.

Turns out the owner has 2 ZR-1s(90, 94) and a new ZR-1....and races a GT-1 vette in SCCA.

http://www.blackhawkfarms.com/content/homepage.cfm

Blackhawk Farms is a 1.95 mile, 7 turn private circuit racetrack located in South Beloit, Illinois on 216 acres. The track is on the border between Wisconsin and Illinois, within 90 miles o f 2 major metropolitan areas; Chicago and Milwaukee and minutes from interstate 90.


Byron dragway is only 30/40 minutes away. Could do a Friday at the road course and then sat at Byron.....area has a great countryside, and lodging/entertainment are reasonable.

Just a thought...

[LGAFF]

Well I thought this group was more than a bunch of waxers;)

[DaveK]

I guess it would depend when it was for a lot of people, myself included. I'd be interested but it's also a fairly long drive for me to get there.

Doing a track day at Mosport in just over a week :)

[Pete]

Spoke to blackhawk farms raceway, they are located on the WI/IL boarder and are an SCCA/NASA track. IF we get 40-50 cars we could rent the track for the day for $165-170 per person...includes, insurance, corner workers, ambulance, etc. Track to ourselves.

Turns out the owner has 2 ZR-1s(90, 94) and a new ZR-1....and races a GT-1 vette in SCCA.

http://www.blackhawkfarms.com/content/homepage.cfm

Blackhawk Farms is a 1.95 mile, 7 turn private circuit racetrack located in South Beloit, Illinois on 216 acres. The track is on the border between Wisconsin and Illinois, within 90 miles o f 2 major metropolitan areas; Chicago and Milwaukee and minutes from interstate 90.


Byron dragway is only 30/40 minutes away. Could do a Friday at the road course and then sat at Byron.....area has a great countryside, and lodging/entertainment are reasonable.

Just a thought...


I thought the registry is paying for all this?


Pete

[LGAFF]

Everyone must be afraid of damaging their Original Gatorbacks!

Pete said he would stay back in the paddock to watch your purses....ladies:wave:

[Pete]

Everyone must be afraid of damaging their Original Gatorbacks!

Pete said he would stay back in the paddock to watch your purses....ladies:wave:


LOL
Lee,here's what i think about roundy round tracks, pay $200-$300 and try to break/beat the crap out of your car.
With Drag Racing you pay $30 and try to break you car in 10 second increments. :-)

Pete

[LGAFF]

I've decided its best that no one from here participate, sorry but clearly no one here is really worthy of an event of this scale. My apologies.....

I will repost this on the Mustang board.

[LGAFF]

Probably need to move the tech section to the bottom of the forum board....Cleaning/Waxing should be moved to first.

[LGAFF]

Sorry Pete, got your PM but no exceptions......the slots are quickly being filled up, mostly with 4 banger Rustangs from the mid 80s, but they all have the faux 5.0 badge and thats what counts.

[Pete]

LMAO
I'm with you Lee.
I was going to do my part and watch the purses.:)

I will still do my part and watch the Mustang guys purses.

Pete


Probably need to move the tech section to the bottom of the forum board....Cleaning/Waxing should be moved to first.

[rhipsher]

Lee I love the idea. And if it wasn't 1000 miles away I'd be in. Unfortunately most ZR-1 owners are waxers. So good luck getting 40 or 50 Z owners to show up for it.

[-=Jeff=-]

I think you need to post 2-3 different dates.

Be like Pete saying he will have a garage tour in 2011.. 1 day only

Feb 29th ;)

[LGAFF]

Before I start wasting peoples time in getting dates, wanted to know if there was an interest in doing, does not seem to be from our group, might pursue the idea on the other vette forum.

[-=Jeff=-]

Okay, but the same thing with the other vette forums.. even if you said.. looking at (April July or Oct) it narrows it down

[LGAFF]

OK opening it up to Ford Fiesta's, Yugo, PACER-X, and go carts under 5hp

[LGAFF]

Unicycles

[Kevin]

Before I start wasting peoples time in getting dates, wanted to know if there was an interest in doing, does not seem to be from our group, might pursue the idea on the other vette forum.

you're talking to a very small subset of a very small subset of a very small group of owners so yeah it's going to be hard to find 40-50 people from just this forum. I'm not interested because I can't afford to take my car home in a box, and frankly even if i was closer I can't afford the rental fee. will you have better luck on forums with more members, of course you will. you'll also have more luck with opening it up to anything with 4 wheels and a motor.

[DDSLT5]

Sounds like fun - but Mosport is in my back yard, and it is arguable one of the most technically demanding tracks on earth. I absolutely LOVE tracking my car at Mosport. Having said that - keep the dialogue open - maybe a road trip is in order!

BTW - dragracing is about as exciting as choosing floor mats for a C6 in comparison to a day at the track (you know, one with turns).
:proud:

[LGAFF]

Guys at this point I have already posted on other forums, Corvette/Cobra/Porsche websites........honestly I am just busting balls as a joke. I posted this in the general forum as most people don't read the regional forums and there have been requests to have a regional event in the midwest.

[cvette]

Lee, I'm in! It will help me along in my quest to break my car at every track in america!:dancing


Charlie

[LGAFF]

Sweet! Pete get his purse.


I have 10 so far....and speaking to a Porsche guy who sets these up, most people do not sign up until the week before.

[Pete]

Sweet! Pete get his purse.



LMAO
I'm on it Lee,you can count on me.

I know Charlie personally and i would consider him VIP.

Pete

I thought the registry will pay for all this.
Lee,i can't try the roundy thing my Z is not set up for it.
Can we grill there?
If this roundy round thing does not work can we try renting US41 at $170 per person all we need is 10-12 racers.

[cvette]

Hey Pete, I'll loan you a set of front tires if you want to try and make that thing turn!

Charlie

[gbrtng]

You midwest folks might want to check this out:

http://www.corvettemuseum.com/registration/autobahnCC/info.shtml

That's about as inexpensive as you can find ... trust me, I know the costs involved with leasing a track for private use. BHF is a neat little track, but it can't compete with Joliet for challenging.

[LGAFF]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zMgRN_Wh20


I Can check Joliet, but a private day there I am guessing is more.

[LGAFF]

Autobahn is $225 to take a short class, 3 touring laps, and then walk the track to discuss driving lines, etc.

Driving experience for a 1/2 day is $525


I know I have seen cheaper sponsored events.

[gbrtng]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zMgRN_Wh20


I Can check Joliet, but a private day there I am guessing is more.



http://www.corvettemuseum.com/regist...nCC/info.shtml at Joliet


The NCM event is $295 - what am I missing here???

[LGAFF]

I Can't see anything when I open that page....

[gbrtng]

I Can't see anything when I open that page....

try this: http://www.corvettemuseum.com/registration/autobahnCC/info.shtml

[LGAFF]

NCM Benefit at HOD Autobahn Country Club

October 4, 2010
Join us for an NCM Benefit conducted by Hooked on Driving Great Lakes Chapter at the Autobahn Country Club on Monday, October 4 th. This will be a unique opportunity to run the combined full circuit at Autobahn a 3.1 mile course with 21 corners. Those familiar with NCM HPDE schools will find the format familiar with instructors/coaches in student cars, mandatory classroom and plenty of run time. Advanced students will have the opportunity to get coaching from pro-drivers.
Hooked on Driving requires Snell SA rated helmets, 2000 or 2005 and rentals are available. Convertibles must have factory roll protection or approved roll bar installed. For additional information or if you have any questions, contact Rob Schermerhorn at 847-380-9508 or robs@hookedondriving.com (robs@hookedondriving.com)
The event fee for students is $295 and includes lunch. Guests are welcome and their lunch fee is $15.
For registration click here (http://services.corvettemuseum.com/PortalTools/Meetings/MeetPassLog.cfm?MeetingID=92):

[lbszr]

I spent my last saved up track money with 10/10 th's motorsports at Autobahn, they're a good safe run group to run with, and a lot of track time. I think it was about 400 for 2 days. I would sign up, but need a job first after getting laid off. It would be great running with other Z's. Good luck getting a group together.

[rexrcr]

NCM Benefit at HOD Autobahn Country Club

October 4, 2010
Join us for an NCM Benefit ....or if you have any questions, contact Rob Schermerhorn at 847-380-9508 or robs@hookedondriving.com (robs@hookedondriving.com)
The event fee for students is $295 and includes lunch. Guests are welcome and their lunch fee is $15.
For registration click here (http://services.corvettemuseum.com/PortalTools/Meetings/MeetPassLog.cfm?MeetingID=92):

Here's the link to register (NCM reg page is closed)
http://www.hookedondriving.com/event-details/October_4_Autobahn_Full_Circuit,_National_Corvette _Museum_benefit_event

Thanks!

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VIP?s
We have special guests from General Motors attending in addition to NCM management:


Art Spong, Group Manager, Brand Quality Performance Cars / Corvette
Gerry Wright, Corvette Performance Team (retired)
Kirk Bennion, Corvette Exterior Design Manager
Roc Linkov, NCM Events Manager

[Paul Workman]

BTW - dragracing is about as exciting as choosing floor mats for a C6 in comparison to a day at the track (you know, one with turns).
:proud:

:sign10::sign10:

Well...That is sooo wrong, but ya made me laugh. Thanks! I needed that!:) I say the same thing to needle NASCAR fans..."Go fast...Turn left - 'Bout as fun as watching paint dry...Or going to Penny's and trying on gloves!!:sign10:

But, all kidding aside...We DO need to come up with an event.

P.

[rhipsher]

:sign10::sign10:

Well...That is sooo wrong, but ya made me laugh. Thanks! I needed that!:) I say the same thing to needle NASCAR fans..."Go fast...Turn left - 'Bout as fun as watching paint dry...Or going to Penny's and trying on gloves!!:sign10:

But, all kidding aside...We DO need to come up with an event.

P.Damn they still have JC penny's out there? Thought they went out of business years ago.