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Monaco Historic Video
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Neil Fowler
Grandstand Motor Sports sponsored driver Neil Fowler was praised for his efforts during 15 & 16th May HSCC meeting at Silverstone. Fowler reigned supreme against a huge grid of Historic Formula Ford 2000 drivers, following Neil in second and third were his two team mates Simon Toyne and David Wild. Huge congratulations to Neil and the Team.

Germany - Low Emission Zones
Many cities throughout Germany have or are about to implement Low Emission Zones into which only vehicles displaying an Emission Badge (Umwelt Plakette) are allowed to enter. Vehicles entering a Green Zone and not displaying the badge are likely to be fined euros 40.
For further information on the cities affected and how to obtain a badge we recommend you visit the German Tourist Office website on germany-tourism.co.uk and click on Driving in Germany.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Jamie McMurray couldn't hold back the tears.
He captured the 52nd annual Daytona 500 victory in a gripping finish on Sunday at Daytona International Speedway.

McMurray survived a green-white-checkered finish and was able to hold off a hard charging Dale Earnhardt Jr. to win NASCAR's most prestigious race.

McMurray, whose previous win at Daytona came in the 2007 Coke Zero 400 Powered By Coca-Cola, led only the final two laps of the race - the fewest amount of laps led by a Daytona 500 champion - but it was enough to capture the coveted Harley J. Earl trophy.

"It's unbelievable," said an emotional McMurray. "I can't really put it into words the way it feels. As a kid growing up, this is what you dream of -- being able to win the Daytona 500."

McMurray, who first came to Daytona as a kid to participate in kart racing, didn't know if he would have a ride in 2010 until his former car owner Chip Ganassi gave him a call and put him in a car for the second time.

"Coming off of Turn 4, knowing.you're going to be the Daytona 500 champion, I can't explain it to you," McMurray said. "It's very emotional. I don't know that I've cried like that. I kept trying to compose myself, but I couldn't hold it back."

McMurray was able to hold off Earnhardt Jr., who went from 10th to second in the final two laps of the Daytona 500.

"It was all a blur," said Earnhardt. "I was just going wherever they weren't. I really don't enjoy being that aggressive, but if there was enough room for the radiator to fit, you just kind of held the gas down and prayed for the best."

The race, which was slowed by two red flags for track repair, was highlighted by a record 21 different leaders who exchanged the lead 52 times.

As always, the stars came out for the Daytona 500 Pre-Race festivities. Country music superstar Tim McGraw kicked things off with a Pre-Race show before Harry Connick Jr. sang the National Anthem. Junior Johnson, the 1960 Daytona 500 champion, served as Grand Marshal, seven-time Daytona 500 champion Richard Petty drove the pace car and the Wood Brothers served as the Honorary Starter.

NASCAR Sprint Cup returns to Daytona for the Coke Zero 400 1-3 July. Call now packages to this event.

Silverstone Competition Winner
Our Silverstone competition has a winner: Mr Harold Bone of Buckinghamshire.
He will enjoy 2 Nights at the Express by Holiday Inn Warwick, 2 x General Admission tickets, coach transfers to and from Silverstone circuit to watch the qualifying and Grand Prix. All courtesy of Grandstand Motor Sports.

Bio Fuel now being used in France

The premium-95-E10, which is a new fuel containing up to 10% by volume of ethanol will be gradually distributed to service stations from 1 April 2009.

Why this new fuel?
* The marketing of this premium-95-E10 will help achieve the objectives of integration provided by the French biofuel plan, particularly the target of 7% in energy in 2010.

What vehicles are compatible?
* It is compatible with 60% of petrol vehicles currently in circulation e.g. post 2000, and with the vast majority of new vehicles.
* The fuel therefore will eventually be fully compatible with all new cars.
* For other vehicles, it is advisable to continue to use premium grade 95 or 98, whose distribution will be maintained.

What are the characteristics of SP95-E10?
* Its main features, apart from its content of ethanol or equivalent, are identical to those of premium-grade MS 95.
* The SP95-E10 is also consistent with specifications set by the European directive on fuel quality, the latest amendment was enacted under the energy-climate package.

In conclusion
We recommend that classic cars do not use the new bio fuel 95 - E10 instead continue to use premium grade 95, which is still widely available.

Drivers of performance vehicules should also avoid the bio fuel and use the premium grade 95 or 98.

Thomas gets a treat in Pau!
Blower Bentley Thomas could not believe his luck when good client Martin Overington asked him to drive his 1930's Blower Bentley to the circuit whilst on the Grand Prix de Pau Historique tour. After a driving lesson from Martin to get used to its idiosyncratics such as the throttle pedal and the brake pedal being the wrong way around, the starting procedure following a lengthy check list and 10 minutes to prepare for and a gearbox that requires double declutching both up and down the gears, not to mention the tank-like weight of the steering! Thomas was reminded on the test drive that the gear box alone would require a £5000 rebuild if mistreated and that the car itself is worth in the region of a million pounds. Fortunately the driving test was passed and the car reached the circuit on race day without incident!

HSCC Historic Formula Ford - Fowler slips easily back into his winning ways!
After a relatively quiet year of competition for Neil Fowler in 2008 in order to concentrate on building up his race car preparation business, 'Neil Fowler Motorsports', 2009 has started with a bang - and fortunately not in the 'blown up engine' sense!

Neil is competing in the Historic Formula Ford 2000 championship run by the HSCC. Donington saw the 1st round take place in early April and the team unloaded two freshly prepared Reynard SF79's, glistening in their identical bright yellow livery. Neil qualified on pole and although his start was a little shaky and he was not in first place by the first corner, he certainly was by the end of the first lap. He continued to dominate the race, finishing over 12 seconds clear of the 2nd placed car.

On to Cadwell Park where, after one lap of qualifying the shock absorber broke on Neil's car meaning a starting position of 12th and leaving him a bit of work to do in the race. After the 1st lap he was in 6th position and by lap 5 he was in the lead, which is where he stayed.

The most recent race was at Silverstone on 9 May where normality resumed. Neil qualified on pole and finished quite comfortably ahead of the field.

Can anyone stop him this season?


British Grand Prix competition Autosport International Competition - Congratulations Mr G Hart!
Congratulations to Mr G Hart of Weston-Super-Mare who won first prize in our Autosport Show competition. Mr Hart is the winner of a weekend break for two at the British Grand Prix , including general admission tickets, two nights accommodation and circuit transfers.




Cape Challenge Grandstand Sponsors Cape Challenge
In 1939 Alex Henshaw challenged the world to beat his record breaking flight from London to Cape Town and back again in under 79 hours, solo in a single engined 200 hp propeller driven aeroplane.

Until now no one has taken up that challenge.

Grandstand Motor Sports are now the proud sponsors of Steve Noujaim as he attempts to break the record.

View the press release here

View the website at:
http://www.capechallenge.com/


 
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Mille Miglia 2010 - C&S Stewart

"Thank you for organising the trip to Malaysia. I had a really great time and appreciated the transfers to and from airport and hotels.
The fact that people keep coming back and using you is a testament to a job well done.

Would recommend you and use your company again.
Malaysia Grand Prix 2010

"Dear all at Granstand Motor Sports. Just a quick note to thank you very much for the excellent service you provided in making our trip to Malaysia unforgetable. From the moment we arrived in KL to leaving we had a fabulous time. Special thanks to Paul for keeping an eye on us out there.
Anyone planning a Grand Prix trip could do no better than planning it through you, and we look forward to travelling with you again in the futrure. We've started saving already!! "
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"I just want to say thank you for making our trip to the Spanish Grand Prix fantastic. Everything was organised we had no problems whatsoever and we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Garry was a great host and we will certainly recommend your company to others and use your services again in the future. "
Spanish GP 2009 - Janet, Terry and Sam Johnson

"We would just like to thank you and your company for all the arrangements for our trip to Melbourne. We had a fantastic time.
Ann, your rep, was very helpful in giving us places to go and see etc. The hotel was first class, we could not fault it. "
Australian GP 2009 - Mr and Mrs McNally

"I felt compiled in having to write to you with regard to the holiday booked through Grandstand to Gainesville USA to watch the gatornationals drag racing. Firstly me and my father booked through you and were very pleased how everything was handled  personally and professionally. Every thing went smoothly with no disruption at all, even down the American cuisine. One thing I must express to you, is that the tour guide Mr Robin Jackson was a pleasure to have with us and his knowledge of the sport is second to none. Many thanks again for this brilliant trip and hope to use your and Mr Jackson’s services soon "
Gainesville 2009

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contribution to a truly
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Le Mans Classic - Graham & Rachel Holdsworth (MGA)

"All the logistics were perfect, we were really impressed by your arrangements, forethought and planning and the seamlessness with which everything seemed to work. Ticketing, travel and hotel were all great - and the event was fantastic."
Le Mans Classic July 2008 - Charles

"We want to thank-you and your organization for handling our very successful visit to Monaco for the historic Grand Prix event. All aspects of the trip were very professionally handled and made for an interesting and enjoyable experience."
Monaco Historic - C and D Willet

"We enjoyed our trip, the Hotel and staff were excellent as were the arrangements and flights, all in all an excellent weekend."
Frank, Pam, Rob, Melissa and Guy - From the Spanish Grand Prix

"I wanted to write a message to say a big 'thank you' for everything for our trip to Paris. It was fantastic. The hotel was perfectly situated, and more than very comfortable! The organisation by you of the whole thing could not have been better, even down to the details of leaving the metro station to get above ground! My father and I were so impressed we thought we couldn't go without commending you and showing you our appreciation. "
Retromobile 2008 - A. Starkie


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