> I'm interested in learning to drive a race car well, on tracks like
>Laguna Seca and Sears Point. When I decide to learn how to race, I'll
>start with sprint karts, but lets say (perhaps hypothetically) that the
>goal for now is to run SCCA Solo I.
>
> My criteria so far are:
>
>1. Closed wheel.
>2. Rear wheel drive.
>3. Four or five speed gear box.
>4. Licencable and street driveable; e.g., bolt in longitudinal roll bar
>member.
>5. Less expensive to buy, maintain and prep than other possible choices;
>e.g., simple; relatively many examples available; relatively spacious
>engine compartment; parts in good supply; mechanics around who know the
>car; etc.
>6. Excellent handling. (This is what I'm really looking for.)
>
> At this point sheer speed and power are not important. I want a car I
>can keep up with while I build skill and confidence. Four cylinders would
>be fine and I prefer high displacement engines over those that develope
>their power through high RPMs.
>
> This is obviously a newbie question and I'm aware of the risk that my
>criteria might deem me not entirely clear on the concept. Only one way to
>find out.
> I'd appreciate any suggestions or opinions, expect there may be a
>variety of them and thank you for your help.
>
> John Cowan
John,
You may want to call Pam Shatraw at VICTORY LANE Magazine. Ask
her about the Spec Sprite vintage race series. I think you may
find it a good "toe in the water".
(650) 321-1411
Greg Petrolati Champaign, Illinois
1962 TR4 (CT4852L)
That's not a leak... My car's just marking its territory...
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