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VINTAGE: Goodwood Previews Annual Vintage Motorsports Events
Lord March invites the media to enjoy his estate and more than 120 historic cars and motorcycles as he announces the year's special offerings.
An Alfa Romeo 159 Alfetta stands among the vintage race cars at the Goodwood Estate during the media preview of this year's events. (Photo: Wouter Melissen)
Lord March hosted the media last week for a special preview of this year’s two big events, the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival. Almost an event in its own right, this year's press preview attracted more than 120 cars and motorcycles that are expected to star at one or both of the events.
Before these were let loose on the hill, Lord March introduced both and announced the themes. The Festival of Speed will feature Lotus, the Queen's Golden Jubilee, Group C's 30th anniversary and the epic 1972 Can-Am season. The Revival will celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Ferrari 250 GTO and AC Shelby Cobra, and honor Dan Gurney.
Following the brief introduction, the cars and bikes lined up for several runs up the hill. One of the treats during the press day is that the journalists can hitch a ride in many of the cars. This time we were fortunate enough to be chauffeured up the hill in a 1903 vintage Mercedes.
Auctioneer Bonhams was also out in force to preview their highly anticipated Festival of Speed sale, which will include the George Daniels Collection and the Lotus Collection from Olav Glasius.
Making the most of the opportunities offered, we were able to grab snaps of almost all press preview activities, resulting in a 140-shot gallery.
Hosted each year by Lord March on his fabulous Goodwood estate, the Festival of Speed and the Revival combined offer a complete package for the motoring enthusiast. The Festival brings together the best modern and classic machinery, most of which is driven up the hill in front of Goodwood House or driven in anger on the purpose-built rally stage on top of the hill.
Since 2010, the event has also taken on the role of British Motor Show with visitors not only offered a closer look at the latest models but also the opportunity to drive the cars.
Hosted by the nearby Motor Circuit, the Revival turns the time back to 1966, when the last contemporary race was held on the airport perimeter road. The time-warp experience provides the backdrop for on-the-edge racing from machinery ranging from 1930s Grand Prix cars to big-bore sports and GT racers from the 1960s.
Festival of Speed (June 28-July 1)
Taking center stage at the Festival of Speed in 2012 are Lotus and the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Lotus is celebrating its 60th anniversary while looking ahead, returning to Formula 1 this year and due to launch a complete range of new cars. With more cars expected from a single manufacturer at the Festival than ever before, Lotus will also star on the “central feature” installation in front of the House.
To mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the annual Cartier Style et Luxe will be dedicated exclusively to a selection of vehicles that were owned or used by Her Majesty. These will be supplied by Her personal collection but also by various private collectors.
As a preview, Bentley Heritage brought an exceptionally rare Rolls-Royce Phantom IV to Goodwood. One of just 18 built, this car was commissioned by the Duke of Edinburgh in 1949.
Additionally, the 2012 Festival will mark the 30th anniversary of Group C racing as well as the 1972 Can-Am season, which saw some of the most powerful sports cars ever go head to head. They are set to be joined by the traditionally colorful mix ranging from the first horseless carriages to the very latest supercars.
Bonhams at Festival of Speed (June 29)
Auctioneer Bonhams is a founding sponsor and has held a sale during the Festival of Speed since 1993. This year's edition promises to be particularly interesting due to the consignment of two private collections.
Before these were let loose on the hill, Lord March introduced both and announced the themes. The Festival of Speed will feature Lotus, the Queen's Golden Jubilee, Group C's 30th anniversary and the epic 1972 Can-Am season. The Revival will celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Ferrari 250 GTO and AC Shelby Cobra, and honor Dan Gurney.
Following the brief introduction, the cars and bikes lined up for several runs up the hill. One of the treats during the press day is that the journalists can hitch a ride in many of the cars. This time we were fortunate enough to be chauffeured up the hill in a 1903 vintage Mercedes.
Auctioneer Bonhams was also out in force to preview their highly anticipated Festival of Speed sale, which will include the George Daniels Collection and the Lotus Collection from Olav Glasius.
Making the most of the opportunities offered, we were able to grab snaps of almost all press preview activities, resulting in a 140-shot gallery.
Hosted each year by Lord March on his fabulous Goodwood estate, the Festival of Speed and the Revival combined offer a complete package for the motoring enthusiast. The Festival brings together the best modern and classic machinery, most of which is driven up the hill in front of Goodwood House or driven in anger on the purpose-built rally stage on top of the hill.
Since 2010, the event has also taken on the role of British Motor Show with visitors not only offered a closer look at the latest models but also the opportunity to drive the cars.
Hosted by the nearby Motor Circuit, the Revival turns the time back to 1966, when the last contemporary race was held on the airport perimeter road. The time-warp experience provides the backdrop for on-the-edge racing from machinery ranging from 1930s Grand Prix cars to big-bore sports and GT racers from the 1960s.
Festival of Speed (June 28-July 1)
Taking center stage at the Festival of Speed in 2012 are Lotus and the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Lotus is celebrating its 60th anniversary while looking ahead, returning to Formula 1 this year and due to launch a complete range of new cars. With more cars expected from a single manufacturer at the Festival than ever before, Lotus will also star on the “central feature” installation in front of the House.
To mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the annual Cartier Style et Luxe will be dedicated exclusively to a selection of vehicles that were owned or used by Her Majesty. These will be supplied by Her personal collection but also by various private collectors.
As a preview, Bentley Heritage brought an exceptionally rare Rolls-Royce Phantom IV to Goodwood. One of just 18 built, this car was commissioned by the Duke of Edinburgh in 1949.
Additionally, the 2012 Festival will mark the 30th anniversary of Group C racing as well as the 1972 Can-Am season, which saw some of the most powerful sports cars ever go head to head. They are set to be joined by the traditionally colorful mix ranging from the first horseless carriages to the very latest supercars.
Bonhams at Festival of Speed (June 29)
Auctioneer Bonhams is a founding sponsor and has held a sale during the Festival of Speed since 1993. This year's edition promises to be particularly interesting due to the consignment of two private collections.
Goodwood Festival Of Speed
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