Celebrate Classics At The Mitty May 2-4, 2008

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Celebrate Classics At The Mitty

Come join us for the ultimate race weekend party: GRM Speedfest at The Classic Motorsports Mitty May 2-4. Once again, we'll take care of the infield entertainment during HSR's Road Atlanta historic race weekend with car corrals, autocross runs and a huge party at the Moss Pub with Moss Motors, complete with a dart tournament.

Ford Power is the Mitty's theme this year, and both old and new models will be featured. Classic Fords will do battle in the HSR run groups, while the weekend will also feature the debut race for the new Ford Racing Mustang Challenge for the Miller Cup presented by BFGoodrich Tires.

This series — sanctioned by Grand-Am, the same people who run the Rolex 24 At Daytona — recalls days gone by of production-based door-slammers fighting it out for world domination. Each competitor must run the Ford Mustang FR500S, a factory-built racer based on the latest Mustang GT. Each car comes from the factory ready to race, down to the roll cage and safety gear.

Mazda is again sponsoring the event and will again bring several of their historic cars to the track. If you have ever wanted to see some of the world’s best rotary-powered racers up close, this would be your chance. Mazda fans can also enjoy the SCCA Pro Mazda MX-5 Cup Series. Thanks to Kumho tires, they'll also have a chance to autocross an MX-5.
Events include
HSR Historic Racing

From the Ferraris of the '50s to the Cobras, Corvettes and Jaguars of the '60s to the incredible IMSA GTP cars of the '80s and '90s, you can relive the most thrilling battles in motorsports history at this event.
Historic Formula 1

The Historic Grand Prix is making its first stop on the 2008 schedule at the Mitty. Wonder in disbelief at the sounds and the speed, as the fastest and most famous Formula 1 cars of the last five decades take to the track for this rare appearance.
Miller Cup Mustangs

This exciting new series is presenting its inaugural race at this year's Mitty. The series will feature the Ford FR500S Mustang racers. Be the first to catch the competition.
Moss Motors Pub

No British car weekend is complete with out some beer and darts. Join the staffs of Moss Motors and Classic Motorsports magazine in our re-creation of an old English pub on the hill at the Mitty.
Wirewheel.com Swap Meet and Car Corral

Come join in the Southeast’s biggest sports and race car parts swap meet and car sale corral. Affordable spots will be available to sell parts and cars.
G-Force Project Car Corral

See all your favorite Grassroots Motorsports and Classic Motorsports project cars on display courtesy of G-Force safety gear. From our 1957 Triumph TR3 race car to our newest BMW 335i, we’ll have our project cars on display. The editors who built them will be on hand to discuss and help you with your project car questions.
Tire Rack Club Parade Laps

Every club that has more than 20 members at the Mitty will get to hit the track for parade laps courtesy of the Tire Rack. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere at the historic Road Atlanta circuit. Individuals can also sign up for parade laps on a first-come, first-served basis.
Vendor Area

Check out vendor row, where more than 50 vendors are scheduled to show off everything from the latest racing and restoration parts to automobilia and good food. You’ll even find a portable dyno, where you’ll be welcome to test your car’s power output.
Car Corrals

From ACs to Triumphs, Corvettes to Mustangs, our Sports Cars of the World area will keep you fascinated. Hundreds of cars from around the world will be on display on the lawn. Free to enter with weekend pass. Car clubs interested in reserving spots in their countries should email us.
Slot Car Endurance Race

Everyone is welcome to join us in the Classic Motorsports tent to try your hand at the exciting slot car enduro. Free to all spectators.

Click here to visit the Classic Motorsports website for more details.