There was further good news for the Silverstone Classic this week as circuit bosses announced that Aston Martin Racing will officially support this year’s Silverstone Classic (28 to 30 July 2006), and that the iconic British marque will feature as a general theme for the prestigious three-day event. The news follows recent confirmation that The Classic will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Aston Martin’s DBR1 racing car.
Aston Martin Racing plans to have a number of DBR9, DBRS9 and prototype race cars taking part in the July event, in addition to providing course cars and supporting many other activities. The British marque will also have a number of cars on display in an Open Paddock that will be free of charge to all ticket holders, providing unrivalled access to some of the most prized and valuable race machinery ever produced.
In addition to three days of non-stop race action, there will be plenty to keep families entertained away from the track. A special Aston Martin Racing display paddock will host exclusive interview and autograph sessions with Aston Martin Racing works drivers, while demonstration pit stops and practice starts will take place on the circuit’s National Straight. Air displays, classic racing motorcycle displays, trade stalls; club car displays and a period fun fair will also feature, adding to the festival atmosphere.
David Richards of Aston Martin Racing commented, “We’re delighted to be supporting this year’s Silverstone Classic. Aston Martin is extremely proud of its racing heritage and our win at last year’s Silverstone Tourist Trophy makes this venue an ideal circuit to celebrate our past and present victories. Classic car events attract great crowds, and the Open Paddock on the infield at Silverstone will create a fantastic atmosphere. We’ll also be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1956 Aston Martin DBR1 at this year’s Classic, so we expect it to be three great days to remember.”
* The BRDC 500 for pre war sportsracing cars will take place at Silverstone Classic.
The one-hour two-driver race will take place on Saturday 29th July, with Scrutineering scheduled to take place at Stowe House on Friday 28th July.
The BRDC Historic Sportscar Championship will also feature at Classic - with a race on Saturday 29th July around the full Silverstone Historic Grand Prix Circuit.
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