Two new races promise to add loads of drama to the already packed 2012 Silverstone Classic meeting. Organisers of the event, now "powered by the AA", pledge a touring car outing showcasing the best of the BTCC, DTM and ETCC and all the thrills you would expect from those cars – everything from Rover SD1s to BMW CSLs – and drivers.
They also said that a record grid of Formula 5000 and F2 racers (1967-'79) has been lined up and that there would be a special silver anniversary spotlight on the Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500.
According to officials, with 1100 cars racing during the weekend, last year's Silverstone Classic was the biggest motor sport event ever staged. Discounted "early bird" tickets are still available along with all the other event info from the website.
Some info from the Silverstone Classic:
The popularity of touring car racing has spiralled in recent decades and this year’s Silverstone Classic will feature two unique races – one on Saturday and one on Sunday – starring many of the famous cars that have fuelled this escalating appeal. The line-up will include the cream of front-runners from European, British and German Touring Car Championships spanning the years from 1975 to 1999. The result will be a spectacular entry celebrating Group 2, Group A, Super Touring and DTM eras including Jaguar XJ-Cs, BMW CSLs, Ford Sierra Cosworths and Rover SD1s alongside a more modern generation of BTCC classics from the Nineties such as the Nissan Primera and Ford Mondeo. It will be the first time in history that such a comprehensive display of modern touring car classics has raced together and is certain to be an instant success with owners, enthusiasts and fans.