For the first time in the history of IMS, a vintage racing event was held at the facility. The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association boasted 700+ cars in about a dozen different classes. For someone like myself, who loves the historical aspect of our sport, it was an incredible event. Even I have to admit that my self proclaimed vast knowledge of motorsport was stumped often throughout the weekend. I saw cars that I never knew existed on track.
Many people are question vintage racing. There are two extremes; one group wonders why people should risk damaging cars that are of huge historical importance. The other extreme dislikes vintage racing because in their mind, it's not racing. They feel that its just a big parade with no real "racing".
From my experience this past weekend, the drivers on track raced hard and clean. It seemed that most all drivers were respectful of the machines and drivers, however they were not out there for a Sunday drive. A good balance in my opinion.
Enjoy some of my favorite pictures...
