Corvee

inaugural Race at COTA March 5-8: http://www.turnology.com/news/video-...-back-in-2015/

Bill32

I saw one and talked to the guy in 2013 at the Concorso Italliano during the Monterey Sportscar Reunion.

Nice car and it will be a decent series (though I'm not into "spec series".

They're gonna have to fit it with some mufflers, it was damn, damn loud.

parkerracing

They could use two or three more body styles.

troyguitar

I like the idea of fast cars with simple brakes, simple motors, and simple transmissions.

In a way these things are closer to street cars than any modern race cars. Ain't no such thing as a dog ring or sequential transmission in a street car.

Black 03 Z06

Without a doubt my favourite race series USRRC & Can Am. A bygone era perhaps but not forgotten by many.

Best of luck to the promoters and participants. Neat stuff, serious stuff.

Bill32

Friend of mine is helping to keep it alive (and I much prefer these cars)

69427

(Wasn't someone reproducing the Chapparal 2E a few years ago?)


I do like the use of non-paddle shift transmissions in these cars. And, it's nice that there's a place for big blocks to run in again (hopefully additional engine brands will be invited in the future).

BrianCunningham

Well now if it has to be a spec series

parkerracing

Keep the chassis' identical, just bring back a few period correct body types (Lola, Chaparral, etc.) If one turns out to have an aero advantage, add a few pounds.

Corvee

If you happen to visit Midland, Texas - a must see is the Chaparral/Jim Hall museum: http://www.chaparralcars.com/index.php
Mr. Hall was truly a pioneer in automotive aerodynamics.

Black 03 Z06

Very nice looking race car. History still racing.

Corvee

Yes: http://www.chaparralcars.com/2e.php

Bill32

I always liked Chaparrals , I saw the "Sucker" race before it was banned. Looks like it's the one on the left in the pic.

Hi Volts Z06

I once had a discussion with pro driver Nick Longhi about these cars. His exact words were....." Incredibly fast cars that handled horribly." He said it was almost frightening trying to get them to turn in after a long straight. (I do recalling him using the words "fun" in his description though). Of course it could have been his personal experience with just the one car he drove but is be interested to hear others thoughts.

Bill32

Yea, funnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn

Like they say at 1:30 minutes "Turn the Volume Up"

Mjolitor 68

I almost bought an original McLaren Can Am

Both my crew chief & driving coach said it would kill me so...

Got my Corvette DP & GTP instead

Also VERY F'ing loud

raff

This series was supposed to begin in 2012 --

"....The NuArt CanAm cars are identically prepared, purpose-built race cars with 700+ horsepower, big-block V-8 motors and modern aerospace quality components with an emphasis on safety.
Cars will be fully prepped for the owner/driver by the URC series organizer and ready to race at each venue.
Initial cars are offered at $485,000."(in 2012)

http://www.sportscardigest.com/can-a...-championship/

Checking the Pirelli World Challenge schedule for COTA -- no listing for this group
http://www.world-challenge.com/image...v4a-011615.pdf

troyguitar

jesus half a million dollars?

Mjolitor 68

Wonder what they go for now

parkerracing

You can say that about any car from the 60's vs. cars (and tires) from today.

I watched Barrett Jackson last night and thought there should be some way to get the Ford GT in the mix (the second gen, not the new one).