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2012 Race Dates Confirmed!
31st March & 01st April - Pembrey
28th & 29th April - Croft
12th &13th May - Brands Hatch
16th & 17th June - Anglesey
21st & 22nd July - Croft
25th & 26th August - Snetterton
30th September - Mallory Park
On October 27th & 28th we are invited to a 1hr endurance race at Snetterton with TV coverage (Nipon)*
*Awaiting final confirmation of this event.....
Please note that for 2012, a small registration fee of £75 will be required - this covers you for the entire season, and is a one off payment. Cheques should be made payable to 'Max 5 Racing Ltd' and sent to:
99 Ameysford Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 9QD
With so many great racetracks visit next year, why not have a go? What's that I hear you say, "don't I need a racing licence for that?" Well, yes, you do, but check out our 'Go Racing!' guide up there on the right of your screen, and see just how easy it is. Who know's, this time next year, you could be sat together for Christmas recounting tales of daring driving, and heroic overtaking moves on famous racetracks!
Congratulations to Paul Roddison & Mark Theaker!
A big well done to Paul and Mark, our new Champions!
Paul took two dominant wins at Mallory Park on Sunday, cementing his position at the top of the tables. It wasn't all plain sailing though, beaten to pole position for race one, Paul had it all to do from second on the grid of a damp circuit. Despite this, he took the lead as pole sitter Clive Bussey slipped down to third behind a hard charging Jon Halliwell, who seemed intent on stealing victory, putting Paul under a lot of pressure for a good while. Unfortunately for Jon, it wasnt to be, as Paul quickly found a rhythm, and was able to open out a lead which he held until the end.
In the Mk1's, despite starting on the back row of the grid, Mark Theaker was able to move up the field and pass rival Rolf Dilks, to take the class win putting him in a strong position to take the title in race two.
Race two saw Paul Roddison starting from familiar territory on pole position. With the track now dry, Paul was able to immediatley open up a commanding lead, leaving everyone else to fight amongst themselves. At the end of the lap it was Jon Halliwell holding fast in second, with Clive Bussey, Jeremey Shipley, Alan Robinson and Mark Theaker all fighting over third place! Despite a valiant effort from Clive, a front left puncture ruined his chances of not only a finish, but of taking second in the Championship.
Mark Theaker once again was able to hold off Rolf Dilks, earning himself the number one spot in his class Championship.
Thats it for 2011, but be sure to join us again for another exciting season in 2012 - who knows what surprises we have in store for you.....
Cars For Sale
Want to join in, but not sure about how to go about building your own car? Well, fear not, as Max5 have some cars for sale! These cars come fully prepared and ready to roll. They have been proven on track, scoring podiums and race wins - so you know they're good!
We also build new MK3 cars to full racing spec, at very competitive prices. Check them out here.
The History Of MaX5
MaX5 Racing was formed in the summer of 2003, running a successful race series in 2004, and gaining championship status for the 2005 season. The MaX5 Racing championship is based upon the original MX5 Championship run by Mazda in the UK in 1990/91 & the American spec Miata MX5 Championship, which is hugely successful and is the fastest growing form of motorsport in the U.S.
This very British race series, now open to all models of Mazda MX5, is run on the principle that close racing is exiting racing! The race championship is aimed at drivers who want their racing to be fun, in a cost effective & well organised racing club. The front engine rear wheel drive layout of this Japanese Lotus Elan clone gives the perfect sports racer feel, couple this with impeccable turn in and balance, and it makes it a perfect experience for drivers.
Any competitor wishing to join will register with the MaX5 Racing Championship and will become members of the MaX5 Racing Club. Each racing member of the club will also be required to become a member of BARC (British Automobile Racing Club). Drivers wishing to enter the championship will be given the opportunity to obtain their National B (ARDS) race licence (if they do not already hold a licence). This can be arranged by MaX5 Racing at the customer’s expense, obtaining their race licence at an ARDS school of their choice
The MaX5 guarantee
Max5 is still the godfather of MX-5 racing in the UK. It continues to attract the top names in MX-5 motorsport, and now partnered with Mazda on Track it continues to set the standard for superb racing, superb value, great grid numbers and of course the friendly social scene that Max5 has attracted over the years making this probably the best race series in the United Kingdom for beginners to the seasoned professional. The best just got better!
