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Devilfish · 01-07-2013, 06:16 PM

I attended this event last year in the Camaro corral and it was amazing. I was close enough to touch the race cars and almost got hit by a Ferrari as it was coming off the track for repairs. The reason I am bringing this up is, I have been trying to talk to the people in Marketing to convince them to invite the Camaro community to have a Corral at this year's event. This is the email I just recieved from the guy in charge of organizing the Corrals:
Hi Glyn,

Steve Focazio forwarded me your inquiry regarding a Camaro car corral and your willingness to lead the charge in 2013. We actually do not have plans for a Camaro corral this year due to a poor turnout last year.

I would be willing to entertain the idea of adding one, depending on the interest level. Please let me know how many Camaros you think you can round up for this year’s event and we’ll go from there.

Thanks!

Jeff

As I already said, this event was amazing last year. We got ticket for 1/3-1/2 of the normal price with the same add-ons, which included: 2 day general admission, 2 day garage passes, 2 day Sprint Fan Zone passes (including Victory Lane), and parking on the lawn directly outside the grandstand( there was a mobile Dyno in attendance last year for $20 per pull). The garage passes alone were worth the $45 per person we payed to get in. Please let me know via this thread if you can definately attend so that I can let Jeff know.

Thanks guys. Sorry for rambling on. The event is Jan. 26 & 27

1.Devilfish
2. AirManFL
3. wcraig2
4. notagoat
5.modern07
6.flyer08
7.MARKS5LTRETR
8.racebum
9.flht99b
10-11.inferno smoke x2
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UPDATE IN POST #46

Devilfish · 01-07-2013, 06:36 PM

These are just a few of the pics I took last year.

Devilfish · 01-07-2013, 06:51 PM

There are a couple of repeats in here but you get the point. Great time.

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AirManFL · 01-07-2013, 07:44 PM

I can go . . . working on the rest of the Mid-Florida Camaro Club.

Rob

WileySG · 01-07-2013, 07:50 PM

Love the Stevenson stuff! I work emergency services in the pits at Lime Rock Park in CT. When these guys come to town... Can't help but smile, awesome!!

flyer08 · 01-07-2013, 07:52 PM

What are the dates? Tis is during speed week or start of it right?

AirManFL · 01-07-2013, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flyer08

What are the dates? Tis is during speed week or start of it right?

January 26 and 27

Rob

MrsLT1PWRD · 01-07-2013, 07:55 PM

Sadly, we're not able to attend this event/Corral (as we're in OH), but to folks everywhere.....PLEASE get out and support these Camaro race teams and venues!!

The drivers are truly excited to meet the fans and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Camaros!!!

In addition to the Daytona race, there are/have been/will (or could be) Corrals held at:
* Mid-Ohio (which me/hubby promote)
* Watkins Glen
* Indianapolis
* New Jersey
* Laguna Seca
* Road America
* Circuit of America
* Road Atlanta
(* and still looking for someone in Kansas!)

Keep an eye on the Racing Discussions threads for more info.

You're able to meet the drivers, get up close to the cars and have a LOT of fun!!!

It's a great family-oriented, fan-friendly event that offers great racing that's (in our opinion) well worth the money for the day/weekend!!

So you can learn more about the Series, go to www.grand-am.com.

Hope to see you at one of the venues!!!

1LTheGray · 01-07-2013, 08:42 PM

WILL go .. So count me in

notagoat · 01-07-2013, 09:05 PM

If we can get something soon I am in! This is a very fun race to watch everyone!

Modern07 · 01-07-2013, 09:47 PM

I'm in with MFCC

Devilfish · 01-08-2013, 08:58 AM

Awesome! Keep the names coming ladies and gentlemen. Last year the Camaros that did show up were outnumbered by Corvettes like 4 to 1. I am assuming we will probably need at least 30 to get a Corral. Even if we don't get one I will be there. So if we don't get it and you still go, hit me up. I always love to meet other owners.

sierra 43 · 01-08-2013, 09:37 AM

Would loved to have known about this 2 weeks ago. I have already received my credentials for the Corvette Corral. I'll be at the Rolex 24th-27th, unfortunately the ZL1 will be home. Maybe next year.

notagoat · 01-08-2013, 09:38 AM

I am definitely going as well, booked my hotel like a month ago. My friends dad was one of the founders of GrandAm, Roger Edmondson. I believe you met him DevilFish, he's the one with the black RS that got us in to Brumos museum. Normally I go with the Brumos Brigade (Porsches) but don't feel like spending the $200 this year since I don't spend much time in the box anyways. I'm keeping an eye on this thread and I'm holding off on buying Corvette corral tickets in hopes that this pans out! Lets make it happen!

01-07-2013, 06:16 PM	#1
Devilfish US Navy Chief Drives: Camaro Sold Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rotten Groton, CT Posts: 354	2013 Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona/ Camaro Corral I attended this event last year in the Camaro corral and it was amazing. I was close enough to touch the race cars and almost got hit by a Ferrari as it was coming off the track for repairs. The reason I am bringing this up is, I have been trying to talk to the people in Marketing to convince them to invite the Camaro community to have a Corral at this year's event. This is the email I just recieved from the guy in charge of organizing the Corrals: Hi Glyn, Steve Focazio forwarded me your inquiry regarding a Camaro car corral and your willingness to lead the charge in 2013. We actually do not have plans for a Camaro corral this year due to a poor turnout last year. I would be willing to entertain the idea of adding one, depending on the interest level. Please let me know how many Camaros you think you can round up for this year’s event and we’ll go from there. Thanks! Jeff As I already said, this event was amazing last year. We got ticket for 1/3-1/2 of the normal price with the same add-ons, which included: 2 day general admission, 2 day garage passes, 2 day Sprint Fan Zone passes (including Victory Lane), and parking on the lawn directly outside the grandstand( there was a mobile Dyno in attendance last year for $20 per pull). The garage passes alone were worth the $45 per person we payed to get in. Please let me know via this thread if you can definately attend so that I can let Jeff know. Thanks guys. Sorry for rambling on. The event is Jan. 26 & 27 1.Devilfish 2. AirManFL 3. wcraig2 4. notagoat 5.modern07 6.flyer08 7.MARKS5LTRETR 8.racebum 9.flht99b 10-11.inferno smoke x2 12. UPDATE IN POST #46 Last edited by Devilfish; 01-17-2013 at 02:40 PM.

01-07-2013, 06:36 PM	#2
Devilfish US Navy Chief Drives: Camaro Sold Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rotten Groton, CT Posts: 354	These are just a few of the pics I took last year. Attached Images

01-07-2013, 07:50 PM	#5
WileySG Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS (IOM/IO) Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Brookfield, CT Posts: 207	Love the Stevenson stuff! I work emergency services in the pits at Lime Rock Park in CT. When these guys come to town... Can't help but smile, awesome!! Attached Images __________________ 2011 CAMARO 2SS/RS LS3 IOM/IO Interior, Black Rally Stripes, MGW Shifter, Stainless Works LT Headers, Hi-Flow Cats, Borla S-Type Catback, C.A.I. Intake, JRE Tune, Pedders Sways/Sub Frame Inserts, Hotchkis Springs, Spohn Arms, Elite Engineering Catch Can, The Powdercoater IOM Brake Calipers, Forgestar F14/Nitto Invo, Camaro Style CF Console, MPD1 Spoiler, SLP Splitter, EmblemPro Goodies

01-07-2013, 07:55 PM	#8
MrsLT1PWRD Camaro "Disciple" Drives: #1 13 HWSE, 95Z, 06 HHR, & 03 Ion Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 501	Sadly, we're not able to attend this event/Corral (as we're in OH), but to folks everywhere.....PLEASE get out and support these Camaro race teams and venues!! The drivers are truly excited to meet the fans and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Camaros!!! In addition to the Daytona race, there are/have been/will (or could be) Corrals held at: * Mid-Ohio (which me/hubby promote) * Watkins Glen * Indianapolis * New Jersey * Laguna Seca * Road America * Circuit of America * Road Atlanta (* and still looking for someone in Kansas!) Keep an eye on the Racing Discussions threads for more info. You're able to meet the drivers, get up close to the cars and have a LOT of fun!!! It's a great family-oriented, fan-friendly event that offers great racing that's (in our opinion) well worth the money for the day/weekend!! So you can learn more about the Series, go to www.grand-am.com. Hope to see you at one of the venues!!! __________________ Land of the FREE because of the BRAVE - THANK YOU & GOD BLESS the men and women of our Armed Forces!!! Our Hot Wheels Special Edition Short Story: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...eels+delivered

01-07-2013, 08:42 PM	#9
1LTheGray R.O.M.A.D Drives: 2012 1LT Ashen Gray Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Dundee, Fl Posts: 228 View My Garage	WILL go .. So count me in __________________ Florida Speed & Power Last edited by 1LTheGray; 01-09-2013 at 05:24 PM.

01-07-2013, 06:51 PM	#3
Devilfish US Navy Chief Drives: Camaro Sold Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rotten Groton, CT Posts: 354	There are a couple of repeats in here but you get the point. Great time. __________________

01-07-2013, 07:44 PM	#4
AirManFL Mid-Florida Camaro Club Drives: 2018 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2,220	I can go . . . working on the rest of the Mid-Florida Camaro Club. Rob

01-07-2013, 07:52 PM	#6
flyer08 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 3,418	What are the dates? Tis is during speed week or start of it right?

01-07-2013, 09:05 PM	#10
notagoat Drives: 2015 BMW M4 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 333	If we can get something soon I am in! This is a very fun race to watch everyone! __________________

01-07-2013, 09:47 PM	#11
Modern07 Mid-Florida Camaro Club Drives: 2019 ZL1 on Order Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Heathrow, FL Posts: 3,136	I'm in with MFCC

01-08-2013, 08:58 AM	#12
Devilfish US Navy Chief Drives: Camaro Sold Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Rotten Groton, CT Posts: 354	Awesome! Keep the names coming ladies and gentlemen. Last year the Camaros that did show up were outnumbered by Corvettes like 4 to 1. I am assuming we will probably need at least 30 to get a Corral. Even if we don't get one I will be there. So if we don't get it and you still go, hit me up. I always love to meet other owners. Last edited by Devilfish; 01-12-2013 at 12:05 PM.

01-08-2013, 09:37 AM	#13
sierra 43 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Bushnell, Fl Posts: 26	Would loved to have known about this 2 weeks ago. I have already received my credentials for the Corvette Corral. I'll be at the Rolex 24th-27th, unfortunately the ZL1 will be home. Maybe next year.

01-08-2013, 09:38 AM	#14
notagoat Drives: 2015 BMW M4 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 333	I am definitely going as well, booked my hotel like a month ago. My friends dad was one of the founders of GrandAm, Roger Edmondson. I believe you met him DevilFish, he's the one with the black RS that got us in to Brumos museum. Normally I go with the Brumos Brigade (Porsches) but don't feel like spending the $200 this year since I don't spend much time in the box anyways. I'm keeping an eye on this thread and I'm holding off on buying Corvette corral tickets in hopes that this pans out! Lets make it happen! __________________