Race Series

Pre-'63 GT cars at Silverstone!

We helped to put together a grid of Pre-’63 GT cars for the July 24-26 Silverstone Classic meeting and the response has been truly enthusiastic. Amongst the entries were Short wheelbase Ferraris, DB4GT Astons (and even a genuine pre-’63 Project car), AC Aces, MGA Twincams, an incredibly historic Sebring TR3, SZ Alfas, Lotus Elites, E-types, Morgans – all to genuine pre-1963 specification. This grid merited its feature race status at this prestigious meeting.

Pre-'63 GT 2010

By popular demand, we will be running a 3-race invitation series in 2010 - all three races at high-profile prestigious meetings - including a return to the Silverstone Classic. If you have a particularly original car, we would like to hear from you. For Silverstone regulations, Click here. We don't expect the regulations to change for 2010.

U2TC is a series for pre-1966 under two litre Touring Cars that has gone from strength to strength in the last couple of years. It races at all the best meetings in Europe, enjoys a high standard of race preparation and high driving standards. It is an invitation series and cars are expected to conform strictly to Appendix K.

The Races 2010

Zandvoort 15-16 May: This is a rare opportunity to race on this much-loved historic circuit. Noise is an issue at Zandvoort, so cars must be silenced and the grid will be limited in the number of cars we can take. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Monza Coppa Intereuropa, June 5-6: This meeting has become a firm favourite with U2TC drivers and this year there are many new attractions. Alfa Romeo will be using the occasion to celebrate its 100th Anniversary, and a special Giulietta World Cup race for all 1300 cars and 1600 cars by invitation will take place. There will also be a Pre-’63 GT race at this meeting.

Grand Prix de l’Age d’Or Dijon, 18-20 June: This meeting is receiving a facelift this year and organisers will be making big efforts to enhance the experience in the paddocks and with the public. It is in a beautiful part of France, at a beautiful time of year on a great track.

Silverstone Classic, 23-25 July: We are very pleased that U2TC has been invited back to this meeting back to this meeting and we will be setting the grid in the early part of the year so organizers can work on publicising individual entries. We will be encouraging Class A cars, and we want a truly international participation.

Spa 6-Hour Meeting 24-26 September: This meeting needs no introduction. Its great, on a great track, and everyone loves it. U2TC is lucky to have a slot there.

Portimao October 15-17: This circuit has to be experienced. By all accounts it is one of the greatest circuits in Europe. A long way away for most of us to travel, organisers are offering free hotel rooms, and we will be organising group transport for the cars and spares at a reasonable cost. In 2009 a group of historic racers went down and had four days of 30-degree sunshine and a wonderful time. All the drivers raved about the circuit. With its elevation changes, it has been compared to Nürburgring and Spa, but in the sunshine. Have a look http:

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If you are interested in joining the fun and would like to be on our mailing list, please contact using the link at the bottom of this page.

To download a pdf copy of the 2009 regulations click here

To download a pdf copy of the 2009 regulations in French click here

Eligibility

The series is open to cars form the 1963-1965 period of a type that ran in the European Touring Car Championship.

All cars must comply with the FIA appendix K and have current FIA papers. Specification and dimensions must comply with the original period homologation forms. Entries cannot be confirmed until we have a full copy of all the pages of the car's FIA papers.

The owner will be asked to confirm that the car's weight, cubic capacity and track comply with the original homologated figures.

Cars must be presented in a livery that reflects the period in which they raced.

Windows, except the windscreen, can be replaced by plexiglass but the original window opening systems should be maintained.

The original dashboard must be retained.

The position of the steering wheel cannot be changed.

The location of the drivers seat must not be changed.

The more interior the car has, the better. However we leave that up to everyone's good taste.

FIA rules relating to advertising on the cars apply.

Cars must run on Dunlop Racing L or M sections tyres only. Wheels must be correct for the period.

Ground clearance must be a minimum of 10cms.

All FIA safety regulations will be strictly enforced.

	Season Finale at Spa in October Photo Richard Hampson

Races are minimum of one hour for two drivers. There will be at least one longer race in the first season.

The owner of the car must do at least 50% of the race time.

Driving Conduct

This is a no contact series and offenders will be banned and their entry fees will not be refunded.

Sportsmanship and the Three Cs

No Crashing - No Cheating - No Complaining

This series is about driving fast in nice cars - remember that avoiding the 3C's is what will make it enjoyable for everyone.

This is an invitation series - not a Championship. All cars will be submitted to a selection panel and we reserve the right to issue invitations to race at our entire discretion. All entrants will be required to sign a Declaration Form, stating the actual cubic capacity and weight of their car.

All cars must comply with Appendix K and their period homologation form in every detail.

Anyone accepting an entry is acknowledging these rules and promises to comply with them.

For entries and further information contact

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Tel: +41 (0)44 450 2370

Email: U2TC(at)historicmotorracingnews.com