And after a short break for some of us (even though it seemed like a LONG break) – we’re back at it! Next week we dive into a really busy schedule of racing. Hurrah!!! While I’m not one to wish away the summer – I certainly am looking forward to the fall grids. Jon and I look forward to seeing the growing group of G70+ cars out on track.

BARC Canadian Touring Trophy – August 13/14 at Mosport

So far I’ve received more than 13 positive confirmations for the next G70+ race. That’s fantastic considering it’s typically one of our least attended events. Glad to see we’re changing that! I expect more cars to make it out – so keep those entries coming. It looks like we’ll have a heavy turnout of Porsche, BMW, Datsuns and our beloved Corvettes – step up you other marques… we know you’re out there.

The weekend is hosted by the ever fun and welcoming BARC-OC. Use the Race Ontario entry forms www.casc.on.ca/forms/OntarioRaceEntryForm05.pdf and register for the Aug 27/28 and Oct 1/2 weekends while you’re at it. Unlimited crew and spectators are welcome for free. Tickets can be printed from www.casc.on.ca/documents/TicketBARCCTT.pdf and the Optional Friday Test Day registration is found at www.casc.on.ca/documents/mosporttestdays05.pdf

VARAC Mini Festival – August 27/28 at Mosport

Invite all your driving friends! VARAC is hosting their Mini Festival at the CRDA Labour Day Sprints (the weekend before labour day) A great opportunity to see all those beautiful Vintage cars again. Sign up now!

Group 70+ at Mont Tremblant – September 24/25

You got it – Group 70+ has their own grid at the Mont Tremblant Fall Classic. Now we have to fill it! This event is the equivalent of the CASC-OR Celebration – a fantastic collection of all the end of the year races in the Quebec and North Eastern U.S. region. Last year a significant number of VARAC and VRG members participated and had an incredible time. I just got back from a three day driving school at this track – and if you haven’t been there yet it is a MUST DO. Nestled in the heart of the Laurentians, the scenery is breathtaking and the track is a high momentum, technically challenging but fun. This is a great family spot (with lots of activities for those not wanting to spend all their time at the track). Now imagine being able to take all your G70+ buddies with you!

REGISTER NOW… it’s a GREAT adventure. And we need to make sure we have enough to fill a grid…

The Mont-Tremblant package is available in PDF format from the VARAC website on the events page at www.varac.ca/events.html . Track information can be found at www.lecircuit.com .

VARAC Dates to Remember

• August 13, 14 – BARC Canadian Touring Trophy at Mosport (optional test day August 12)
• August 27, 28 – CRDA/VARAC Regional at Mosport (optional test day August 26)
• September 23 to 25 – Fall Classic at Mt. Tremblant
• October 1,2 – Panoz/CASC Celebration at Mosport (optional test day September 30)
• November 26 – VARAC Annual General Meeting and Banquet

And last but not least…

• Congratulations to Jon Brett who just married his lovely fiancé Kim on July 9th!
• Congratulations also to James and Tammy who also just tied the knot on July 23rd (mechanic and crew for Michael Vong and G70+ supporters extraordinaire)

Group 70+ is a VARAC promoted racing class that currently celebrates the history of racing from 1973 to 1987. VARAC is the association of vintage racecars in Canada that celebrates the passion of preserving, restoring and racing vintage racecars.

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Diane Dale - lddale@hotmail.com (administration and promotion)

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