The Jaguar Classic Challenge returns in 2017 with two brand-new events confirmed in the five-race series for pre-1966 Jaguars (Malcolm Griffiths photo courtesy of Jaguar Classic Challenge).
One of the new dates is the Silverstone Classic on July 28-30, which will be the third round in the Challenge and is expected to draw a full grid of stunning classic Jaguar racing cars. The other new addition is Spa-Francorchamps, for the Six Hours of Spa set for September 15-17 at the famed Belgian, which will likely feature more than 600 cars in a variety of different races, one of which will be the Jaguar Classic Challenge.
Run in partnership with the Historic Sports Car Club (HSCC), the Jaguar Classic Challenge will continue to compete according to the FIA’s Appendix K technical regulations for cars competing in international historic racing competitions. The regulations pay particular consideration to a car’s period specification, in keeping with the true spirit of historic motor racing.
The full list of Jaguar Classic Challenge races for 2017:
April 28-30 – Donington Historic Festival
July 1-2 – Brands Hatch Super Prix (GP Circuit)
July 28-30 – Silverstone Classic
August 26-28 – Oulton Park Gold Cup
September 15-17 – Spa Six Hours
http://www.hscc.org.uk/jaguar-classic-challenge“Now in its third season, the Jaguar Classic Challenge continues to build, and pay homage to, the brand’s rich racing history,” said Tim Hannig, Director, Jaguar Land Rover Classic. “To see such a diverse array of iconic cars from Jaguar’s past racing on the world’s finest circuits is a sight to behold, and we are delighted to confirm Silverstone and Spa for the 2017 calendar.”
Places are limited, and drivers wishing to take part in 2017 are encouraged to visit the dedicated web page for the new season at http://www.hscc.org.uk/jaguar-classic-challenge for full details and information on how to enter.
