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VSCC ‘Spring Start’, your opportunity to enjoy the start of the Vintage and Historic Racing season for a fraction of the price of other motorsport festivals.
 Seven ERA’s, two Ferrari’s, two Maserati 250Fs, six Cooper Bristol’s, two Aston Martin DBR4/4, Bugatti, HWM, Gordini, Kurtis, Scarab, Riley, Alta and Talbot......the presence of so many illustrious marques at one event would be something to celebrate but this mouth-watering feast appears in just one race at the Vintage Sports-Car Club ‘Spring Start’ this weekend at Silverstone.  The Patrick Lindsay and Amschel Rothschild Trophy Race sponsored by V12 Telecom boasts this awesome line up, just one race of a twenty-two race programme this weekend.

Entry is only £15 each day and children under 16 go free! Parking is free and there is unrestricted paddock access.
 
Gates open at 8am tomorrow morning (Saturday 20 April), practice gets underway at 9am and the afternoon programme is as follows;
 
From 1.00pm
Race 1 Short Scratch Race for Pre-war Cars (VSCC Set 5)               5 Laps
VSCC Short Scratch Races for Pre–war All-comers Racing and Sports-Cars, divided into capacity classes.
 
 

Race 2: F3 (500) Commander Yorke Race, Part 1 2013 sees the VSCC host a very special two part event for the F3 500 Owners Association, their very historic and prestigious Commander Yorke Race. Originally held in 1949, shortly after the untimely of death of the events namesake, Charles Anthony Yorke, and totalled 100 miles in length at Silverstone – these events provided the ultimate reliability challenge for these small but powerful race cars. Commander C. A Yorke R. N. was a steadfast supporter of the 500cc racing movement, with a passion for long distance racing, making this race a particularly suitable tribute to him. Now reformatted into two races split over both days of our Silverstone meeting, this event still provides a suitable challenge for all the drivers taking part, on the 64th anniversary of the first event being held.    The F3 (500) Association have attracted a record breaking grid over 42 competitors for their prestigious double-header.

25 mins

 
 

Race 3: The Amschel Rothschild and Patrick Lindsay Memorial Trophies Race for Pre-1961 Racing Cars (VSCC Set 2) VSCC Set 2 brings together the very finest Pre-war and Historic Racing Cars, limited to Pre-1961 front-engined single-seaters, always culminating in one of the most impressive grids of machinery found anywhere. Amongst the Pre-war entries, expect to see a host of revered ERAs, who will be battling out with fellow Pre-1940 cars for the prestigious Patrick Lindsay Memorial Trophy whilst their Post-war counterparts vie for the Amschel Rothschild Trophy – represented by historic marques such as Connaught, Lotus, Cooper and Ferrari. With such rare exotica on display, this is one race you will not want to miss.	12 laps
Race 4: The Fox and Nichol Trophy Race for Standard and Modified Pre-war Sports-Cars (VSCC Set 3) VSCC Set 3 is for Standard and Modified Sports-Cars, i.e. open cars with road equipment to UK legal requirements. One of the Club’s most popular grids, these races count towards the Owner Driver Mechanic Awards.  This race is a celebration of Pre-war Sports-Cars as they were in their heyday at Brooklands and the like, attracting stunning examples of the very best Sports-Cars on offer Pre-war: MG, Riley, Talbot, Alfa Romeo, Morgan and more, the grid will be one of the most eclectic collections on show.	8 Laps
Race 5: The GP Itala and Lanchester Trophies Race for Vintage Racing Cars (VSCC Set 1) VSCC Set 1 is for Vintage Racing Cars and plays host to a number of celebrated cars from the VSCC history annals. With a strict Pre-1931 cut-off, the grid will display some of the weekend’s oldest machinery but don’t let that fool you – the action is sure to be some of the most exciting of the meeting. See the behemoth Napier Bentley battle a swarm of nimble Morgan Three Wheelers, ‘Chain Gang’ GN Specials such as ‘Cognac’ show off their exuberant sideways style, Vintage Bentleys display their British racing pedigree and Bugattis bring their French flair. To the first VSCC Standard or Modified finisher, the Club’s prestigious GP Itala Trophy whilst the first Pre-1926 unsupercharged car of particular historic interest across the line will claim the Lanchester Trophy.	10 laps

Race 6 Short Handicap Race for Pre-war Cars (VSCC Set 6) 5 laps
A unusual format to enjoy in a ‘hare and tortoise’ style with a full grid of the VSCC’s wonderful Pre-war cars.
Race 7 Short Scratch Race for Pre-war Cars (VSCC Set 5) 5 laps
This will be a short and sweet high speed blast to the finish flag, featuring many of the high-class single seaters from the earlier Pre-1961 Racing Cars event, this is another chance to enjoy the ERA’s, Alfa Romeo’s and Rileys in action alongside popular VSCC Bentley’s, Austin 7s and Alvis’s.

 

Race 8: HGPCA Pre-1966 Grand Prix Cars A record HGPCA grid of Pre-1966 Grand Prix Cars graces the NationalCircuit this weekend. The season-opener sees competitors from five nations laying down markers for scraps to come this summer on Europe’s finest Grand Prix battlefields. The grid is predominantly made up of Coopers but the Lotuses, BRM, Brabham and Connaught racers will be vying for the spoils in this high-speed thriller.

12 Laps

 

Race 9: The Silverstone Trophy Race for Special Pre-war Sports-cars (VSCC Set 4) VSCC Set 4 is for VSCC Special Sports-Cars i.e. the traditional VSCC Sports-Cars description applies but the cars are more heavily modified or race prepared than those classified by the Club as Standard or Modified. All Vintage and PVT VSCC eligible Sports-Cars that are classified as VSCC Special, even the ultra-quick cars, can take part so expect to see a host of Rileys, MGs, Frazer Nashes and more in action.	8 Laps
Race 10: The George Abecassis Centenary Trophy Race The VSCC, Fifties Sports Car Racing Club (FISCAR) and David Abecassis have been working together to run a very special race at Silverstone to celebrate the birth centenary of well known Pre- and Post-war British Racing Driver, George Abecassis. The race will be run over 40 minutes with a compulsory pit stop in order to allow those who wish to do so, to share the driving. As an invitation only race all those owners of race worthy sports cars known to have been raced by George or with George have been invited. The race will be split into 5 classes – Altas, HWMs, Aston Martins, Austin Healeys and Healey Silverstones. This race will create a spectacular grid of cars, some of which are rarely seen out, let alone together on the same grid.	40 Mins
Race 11: The High Speed Trial for Pre-1940 Sports-Cars The High Speed Regularity Trial for Pre-war Sports-Cars is an ideal event for novice racers or for those looking for some extra track time – drivers will have to complete their set number of qualifying laps as allocated by the Handicappers on the day of the event in the half hour, including a mandatory pit stop.	30 Mins

Racing will end at approximately 6.00pm
 
 
And Sunday 21 April features another 11 races which will be broadcast on Motors TV in the afternoon. Again, gates open a 8.00am, practice from 9.00am and the first race gets underway at 12.45pm.
 
 

Race 1: Standard and Modified Pre-war Sports-Cars (VSCC Set 3) Our Standard and Modified Pre-war Sports-Cars get another chance to battle it out on the National Circuit, this time in front of the television cameras.

10 mins

 
 

Race 2: Front-engined Formula Junior Racing Cars Front-engined Formula Junior Cars are out in force for this 20 minute race in their early season. Stuart Roach already has a Thruxton win under his belt in his trusty Alexis Mk 2 so expect him to be setting the pace.

20 mins

 
 

Race 3: Scratch Race for VSCC Standard and Modified Pre-war Racing Cars An amalgam of the purest Pre-war Racing Cars from VSCC Sets 1 and 2 but restricted to those which have not been heavily modified and have a long provenance. With entries from ERA, Bugatti, Riley and more expected, this will be a truly unique and special grid, and perhaps the closest representation you will see of a Pre-war Grand Prix anywhere today.

10 mins

Race 4: HGPCA Pre-’66 Grand Prix cars A second chance for The HGPCA Pre-1966 Grand Prix cars to explore Silverstone.

20 mins

 
 
Race 5 All-comers Scratch Race for Pre-war Cars (VSCC Set 5) 10 minutes
 
VSCC Short Scratch Races for Pre–war All-comers Racing and Sports-Cars, divided into capacity classes.
 
 

Race 6: Scratch Race for Invited 1950s Sports Racing Cars (optional 2 drivers) The VSCC has long organised short races for 1950s Sports Racing Cars, and the race takes on a new look for 2013 with an extended race to 35 minutes and the excitement of a compulsory pit stop with an optional driver change and has attracted a full entry. Iconic British Marques from the period usually battle it out with trans-Atlantic grunt in one of the weekend highlights.  Expect to see some really quick well-developed Sports Racing Cars such as Roger Buxton and michael Steele’s HWM Sports, Tony Bianchi’s Farrellac Allard, Julian Majzub’s Sadler Mk 3 and Philip Walker’s Lotus 16.	35 mins
Race 7: re-war Aston Martin Centenary Race 2013 is a year of celebration for owners, fans and admirers of Aston Martin cars as in is one hundred years since Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford founded the company. An entire grid of Pre-war Astons is a fine way for the VSCC to join in the celebrations.  A number of the original Le Mans team cars are in the line up, as well as other examples of the popular Ulster and Speed Models.	10 mins
Race 8: Pre-1961 Racing Cars including the Halford Trophy for Vintage ‘Specials’ (VSCC Set 2) Rivalries are renewed as Pre- and Post-war single-seaters take to the track in this 15 minute Scratch Race, incorporating a Class for VSCC Special Vintage Racing Cars, who will vie for the Halford Trophy, taking its name from Major Frank Halford, famous Pre-war aircraft engine designer and creator of the revered Halford Special Vintage Racing Car, still in VSCC circulation today. Another well supported grid boasting ERA, Maserati, Cooper Bristol, Lotus, Aston Martin and Connaught racing cars.	15 mins
Race 9: HRDC Allstars (For 'TC63' 'MGB50' & 'GRAND TOURING GREATS') The HRDC  ‘Allstars’ race is for their Pre 1965 GTs, under 1500cc Historic GTs, FIA MGBs and other Historic MGs which will be popular with many who can see ‘what grandad drove’ in action on track.  Rae Davis heads the ‘Grand Touring Greats’ class in his cheeky ‘Betty Boop’ Mini Jem, but will no doubt be hunted down by a determined Brian Arculus in his super-quick Lotus Elite. But keep an eye out for a ‘Dark Horse’ in the shape of Ian Hulett in the proven WSM.	30 mins
Race 10: All-comers Pre-war Handicap Race (VSCC Set 6) VSCC Set 6 is the well-established  All-Comers Short Handicap Races for Pre–war All-comers Racing and Sports-Cars. The VSCC is one of the few clubs to still run genuine handicap races and often prove very popular amongst drivers and spectators. Can the ‘minnows’ stay ahead of the charging hoards as cars are released from the staggered grid for the whole 5 laps?	5 Laps
Race 11: F3 500 Commander Yorke Race, Part 2 The 500 OA bring their double-header event, commemorating the 100 mile ‘Commander Yorke’ races of the 1950’s. This second race is 20 minutes and will no doubt prove a draw for the television audience.	20 mins
The weekend’s racing will finish by approximately 6.00pm on Sunday.

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