What are you waiting for?

[WallyFM3]

We have heard loud and clear that you guys want more events. We have worked very hard to bring you exactly what you have asked for and this year should be the best yet. There will be more OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Qualifiers than ever before. One of our newest qualifiers is the Heidts Performance Car Challenge at Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, IL, July 15th - 17th. The team at Heidts has stepped up to bring you a world-class event at a world-class facility. Autobahn is the premier automotive facility in the Midwest and is not available to the general public. Don’t miss your opportunity - this event is less than 90 days away, so let's get signed up and enjoy one of the best road course facilities the Midwest has to offer.

Here is some information on this fantastic facility.
http://www.trackpedia.com/wiki/Autobahn_Country_Club#Automobile_Videos

Are you the next OPTIMA Ultimate Street Car Qualifier?

www.heidtsperformancecarchallenge.com

[Rybar]

How about an event in the Pacific North West?

[WallyFM3]

Pacific Northwest is on our radar.

[Van B]

I have heard from at least one person that at $400 and Motorstate Challenge at just over $100, the price is not very attractive for the relatively small amount of track time.

[Jimi-FM3]

I have heard from at least one person that at $400 and Motorstate Challenge at just over $100, the price is not very attractive for the relatively small amount of track time.

Jeff, Unfortunately, track economics are not equally divided! Autobahn is a premier country club facility here in the Midwest and it's not open to the general public. We have at least 6 fifteen minute sessions scheduled for Saturday (that's at least 1.5 hours of track time!) and we have open autocross sessions scheduled for Sunday. We always strive to maximize track time - remember last year's Faceoff and Midwest Musclecar Challenge? We had participants sitting in the pits at both events because they were exhausted.

Additionally, we're hosting a karting enduro at this event which has proven to be some of the most fun a guy can have with his clothes on.

We truly feel that everyone will get their money's worth and more at the Heidts performance Car Challenge.

[wmhjr]

I'm already entered - have been for a while. Come on out and play, guys! Just think. In addition to what Wally and Jimi said, you also get the pleasure of watching me totally embarrass myself! Should be fun!

[Flash68]

Wish it was closer. Sounds like a great event. What's a couple hundred extra bucks after what most of us have sunk into our car AND continue to spend on maintenance and upgrades?

Jimi/Wally - anything on the radar for Norcal? We have a couple of great tracks right here in Laguna Seca and Infineon. :unibrow:

[WallyFM3]

Norcal is a possibility, you do have some great tracks out there

[MaxHarvard]

Would love to see some more stuff in the midwest.

BIR is always available :D

[Jimi-FM3]

Would love to see some more stuff in the midwest.

BIR is always available :D

Hey Max, BIR is a great track! Since you're here in the midwest (technically the upper midwest) will you be joining us at Autobahn?

[Ron in SoCal]

Norcal is a possibility, you do have some great tracks out there

I vote for laguna seca or sonoma!

[MaxHarvard]

Hey Max, BIR is a great track! Since you're here in the midwest (technically the upper midwest) will you be joining us at Autobahn?

I'd love to, but I think the car will be down for the year with some upgrades and projects.

Plus the next weekend will be Car Craft and it looks like I'll be working that show again for Doug, which means I have to get prepared for the big weekend ahead! :)

[96z28ss]

Pacific Northwest but it has to be an event in the summer.


http://www.portlandraceway.com/ it has room for autocross and speed stop challenges.

http://www.oregonraceway.com/ private club racetrack.

http://www.pacificraceways.com/Index.aspx another big facility.

http://www.spokaneracewaypark.com/

[WallyFM3]

Very cool tracks, we will keep these in mind. Our task at hand right now is to find out who is coming out to Autobahn in July as we are making plans for food, t-shirts, etc.

[Van B]

Jeff, Unfortunately, track economics are not equally divided! Autobahn is a premier country club facility here in the Midwest and it's not open to the general public. We have at least 6 fifteen minute sessions scheduled for Saturday (that's at least 1.5 hours of track time!) and we have open autocross sessions scheduled for Sunday. We always strive to maximize track time - remember last year's Faceoff and Midwest Musclecar Challenge? We had participants sitting in the pits at both events because they were exhausted.

Additionally, we're hosting a karting enduro at this event which has proven to be some of the most fun a guy can have with his clothes on.

We truly feel that everyone will get their money's worth and more at the Heidts performance Car Challenge.

Just repeating what had been said to me. I will most likely be there. Too close not to.

[Finch]

Biggest thing holding me back is that you guys scheduled this the same time as Mark Bowlers Day at the strip event, which is one of my favorite autocrosses.

[GregWeld]

Biggest thing holding me back is that you guys scheduled this the same time as Mark Bowlers Day at the strip event, which is one of my favorite autocrosses.

You do autocross?

Ever autocrossed a limosine?

[Finch]

You do autocross?

Ever autocrossed a limosine?



It is on my list of things to try once....I also hear limo's really hold the turns.

[SLO_Z28]

Id be game for an event in Sears Point! Thats my favorite track of all time!

[bret]

I'll be there with either my 69 Mustang or the 48 Hour Camaro...whichever one is fastest [or at least still running] by then. I love running tracks I've never run before...can't wait!

Also...the reason the Motorstate event is only $100 is that they are subsidizing the rest of the cost internally. They deserve a huge round of applause for that. Best deal of the summer!
$400 is well in line for 2 days of nicely organized track time anywhere in the country.

[Flash68]

Also...the reason the Motorstate event is only $100 is that they are subsidizing the rest of the cost internally. They deserve a huge round of applause for that. Best deal of the summer!
$400 is well in line for 2 days of nicely organized track time anywhere in the country.

Very cool. Sounds like a great event at Motorstate.

And $400 for 2 days seems very reasonable. Not everyone gets how much $ and effort it takes to put these things together.

Bottom line -- it's great so many events are happening all over the country so pretty much anyone can find one within reasonable distance of their home. :thumbsup:

[WallyFM3]

If you pre-register for the Heidts Performance Car Challenge before June 20th Heidts is offering a $40.00 discount off of the $395.00 entry fee. The entry fee for pre-registered participants is $355.00. If you plan on attending and would like to save $40.00 go to www.heidtsperformancecarchallenge.com and get signed up. If you have already registered, Heidts will be contacting you. We are looking forward to seeing you there!!!

[James OLC]

We'll be there with the OneLapCamaro - we ran at Autobahn last week, it's an awesome facility and a very fun little course. Se you there!

[WallyFM3]

Today, June 20th, is the last day to get a $40.00 discount on your entry to the Heidts Performance Car Challenge. If you plan on attending, claim your 40 bucks today. We are looking forward to seeing you there!!!

[GrabberGT]

Pacific Northwest is on our radar.

Do you have any plans for Texas? I dont think there has been an event within 10 hrs of here (DFW) yet.

[WallyFM3]

Do you have any plans for Texas? I dont think there has been an event within 10 hrs of here (DFW) yet.

Texas is a possibility, no plans as of yet.
Thanks,
Wally

[WallyFM3]

The team at Heidts has decided extend the $40 discount to all participants who sign up for the event from now until the day of the event. So if you missed your window to save forty bucks on your entry to the Heidts Performance Car Challenge, the window has been re-opened... We look forward to seeing you there!
Register at www.heidtsperformancecarchallenge.com