The 2013 running of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion will be staged August 16-18 at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Salinas, California. Organizers expect up to 1,000 requests for entry into America’s premier historic car race, one of the anchor events of Monterey Classic Car Week.
The Governing Committee established sixteen race groups for next year’s historic races, ranging from early pre-war cars up to more modern-day early ‘90s GTO cars. Each car accepted will be based on its authenticity, race provenance and the historical accuracy of its mechanical preparation and livery. Notable racing classes include Formula 1 machines from 1966 to 1984 and Porsche 911 race cars from 1964 to 1973.
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion 2013 – Race Groups
- FIA (1973-1982)
- Formula 1 (1966-1984)
- Formula Junior (1958-1963)
- GT (1955-1962)
- GT over 2500cc (1963-1966)
- GT under 2500cc (1961-1966)
- GTO (1989-1992)
- GTU (1973-1982)
- GTX AAGT (1973-1982)
- IMSA GT (1973-1982)
- Porsche 911 (1964-1973)
- Racing (1927-1951)
- Sports Racing and GT (1947-1955)
- Sports Racing and Touring (Pre-1940)
- Sports Racing over 2000cc (1955-1961)
- Sports Racing under 2000cc (1955-1961)
- Sports Racing under 2000cc (1970-1979)
- Sports Racing USRRC (1960-1968)
The 2013 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Chevrolet Corvette, which has steadfastly retained its recognition as America’s sports car. Organizers expect thousands of Corvette enthusiasts to descend on the Monterey Peninsula to participate in the racing, Corvette Corral, parade laps and all the celebrations associated with the featured Chevrolet Corvette marque.
Gill Campbell, CEO/general manager of Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, says, “The crème de la crème of motor racing’s history will fill the paddock. And with the addition of Chevrolet celebrating Corvette, this year will be a remarkable one that will surely complete the full sensory experience.”
For entry request information, visit MazdaRaceway.com and click on the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion tab. Drivers may also request entry into the Monterey Pre-Reunion, held the weekend prior on August 10 and 11. The Monterey Pre-Reunion provides participants with considerable track time in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
Advance tickets to the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion go on sale December 12, 2012. General admission tickets begin at $50 (Friday) and a three-day ticket is $130, which includes a complimentary souvenir magazine. Hospitality packages begin at $200 per person. Children 12 and under are free with a paying adult.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit MazdaRaceway.com or call 800-327-7322.
[Source: Monterey Motorsports Reunion; photo: Tim Scott]
