"pitstop_pitowski" (paulopitstoppitowski)
11/15/2014 at 11:58 • Filed to: $kaybait
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"pitstop_pitowski" (paulopitstoppitowski)
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Had the pleasure of attending the Ford Octane Racing school in Tooele , UT a couple months ago. Just now getting around to sharing photos of the Ford racing museum on the grounds of Miller Motorsports Park. To keep nibbles at bay and appease the kinja gods I will limit this post to only the GT's. Some hot Cobra action will be added in a post later today or tomorrow.
This is the 4 th GT40 prototype and the second oldest surviving GT40 chassis. Best finish was 3 rd place overall at the Daytona Continental in 1965.
This is a 1966 GT40, chassis name P-1074. It was driven by Jacky Ickx and Dr. Dick Thompson in its debut race at Spa-Francorchamps in 1967 and won, making it the first of any car to win in the Gulf livery. David Hobbs and Paul Hawkins drove this same chassis to victory at Monza in the 1000km race in April 1968. It was later sold around 1970, modified, and used as a camera car during filming for the movie Le Mans. After filming was completed ownership of the GT40 changed several times before the current owner purchased it and P-1074 was restored to its original condition and is now sitting in the Ford racing museum.
This is a 1966 Ford GT40 MK II, chassis name GT40P/1015. It won at Daytona in 1966 and finished second at the 1966 Le Mans 24 hour in the famous 1-2-3 photo-op finish for Ford. It last raced in the 1967 24 hours of Le Mans where it did not finish.
This is a Ford GT40 MK I, chassis name GT40P/1037. Due to my shoddy ipotato camera skills the description was unreadable.
This is a 1967 Ford GT40 MK IV J-Car, of which only 10 were built. The J-Cars competed at Sebring and Le Mans in 1967 and won both events. Pictured here is Chassis J-4 which won Sebring in '67 with Mario Andretti and Bruce McLaren (the only race it ever competed in). The 1967 Le Mans race was won by chassis J-6 (painted red) with A.J. Foyt and Dan Gurney. Thanks to John Gardner, Media Manager at Miller Motorsports Park for the update!
This is a GT40 MK III, chassis name GT40P/1102, built as a street coupe. This is one of six chassis from that year that were built exclusively for street use only. This particular one was given to John Wyer, an English automobile racing engineer and team manager who was the man behind the Gulf livery that we all love and enjoy today. Everything on the car is completely original with the exception of the paint, which was re-sprayed in the 70's.
This is a 2006 Ford GT owned by Miller Motorsports park, one of 4038 produced during the entire production run for the Ford GT.
$kaycog
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 12:10 |
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Wow and holy cow! What a collection of fabulous cars! That museum is someplace I'd absolutely love to visit. I'd probably cry. Thanks so much for sharing!
Oran J Sands III
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 12:57 |
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This car showed up at an autocross I was running back in the 80's. Although it was basically idled around the course due to the fact it still had LeMans gearing it was amazing. When it was started up the noise was deafening and shook the ground. The entire event came to a halt for 5 minutes while we all listened to it.
Boss2452stolemylunchmoney
> $kaycog
11/15/2014 at 13:04 |
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I've been in this room before. It's as awesome as you'd expect. You should go.
grantsprofile
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:06 |
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Shame there weren't any photos posted of the Daytona Cobras in the museum.
stunya
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:06 |
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I got to participate in the very last Boss302 track attack held at the same facility. The collection is impressive. Incredible cars with significant race heritage. A worthy stop for anyone who is in the Salt Lake area.
Blondude
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:08 |
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I love me some obscure Cobras.
Squigledot
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:11 |
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Wow! You took more photos and remembered a lot more about the cars than I did.
I was too anxious to get back in one of the STs and start shredding rubber again :D
DiscoTReK
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:35 |
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Bring these back!
6shelBfan6
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:43 |
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Technically this car finished first with Ken Miles at the wheel, however the FIA was screwed up the podium and declared Bruce McLaren in the #2 GT40 the winner, though he was a lap down. Miles was arguably the best in the world at the time, but never gained the notoriety he deserved and was killed while testing the MKII successor, the MKIV, at Riverside in 1967.
The Miller Museum, is in my biased opinion, the best car museum in the country. There have been rumors about combining the Shelby American Museum in Boulder, CO, with the MMP museum, both owned by the same estate.
One more cool fact, the MMP museum is the only place in the world where you can see each generation of the GT40 in one place.
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6shelBfan6
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:50 |
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No R-Model, Dragonsnake, or CSX2299?? I was talking to the curator at Barrett Jackson last year and he mentioned that CSX2299 has a dedicated security team and is insured for around $36mil.
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6shelBfan6
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:54 |
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Was the Willment Coupe visiting?!?!
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Kenneth V. Vereen
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 13:59 |
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vondon302
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 14:01 |
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Been there too ! It's truly amazing. Did they have the drag cobra there ? Great write up !
Blinkrfluid
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 14:04 |
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Great pics,thanks!
shirosake
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 14:04 |
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Im lucky enough to live within a quick jaunt of MMP and it truly is a great place. GT Racing, Super Bikes, Carting, its a great and wonderful place. Wide Open Wednesdays, Octane Academy, this place is wonderful for experienced and green racers alike. Go mmp!
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shirosake
> $kaycog
11/15/2014 at 14:05 |
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It truly is a great place. I live relatively close and get out there once a month for a track day, cart day, academy day or whatever. I feel really spoiled with it being right here and let me tell you, its well worth the pilgrimage if you do a driving school while you're at it.
tedpoirer76
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 14:48 |
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I was there about a year ago for the Boss track attack.. heaven
wolrah
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 14:52 |
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Read the headline, thought there was a racing school program available that used Ford GTs. Frantic clicking ensued.
Found out that it's more of a performance driving school using the ST models of the F-hatches and offering an optional second day that's more race-focused with Mustang GTs. The mid-engine supercars are just in the same location as the school.
Not bad, but damn was I excited and ready to blow a lot of money.
Kevin Barrett
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 15:06 |
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Those would be GT40s, my friend. The Ford GT was the recent nostalgia-mobile made to look like it. Only one such vehicle is present.
jiffylube
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 15:12 |
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Amazing museum and racing facility. I have visited many tracks over the years and Miller Motorsports track is one of the best.
Kyle Critchnau
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 15:54 |
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I'd always thought that the Fiberfab Avenger's headlight design was just a "close enough so we don't get sued" thing, didn't know there was a street version of the GT40 for it to be based on.
Fiberfab Avenger:
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shirosake
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 16:16 |
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I just reread your initial post - did you do the ST Octane Academy? I was one of the lucky ones that was the Beta group for that whole program! I knew someone that worked there and got the invite. That was an EXCELLENT day of rallying ST's all over hell and back.
NeedsmoreaftermarketXTparts
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 16:30 |
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I'll add a couple more to the collection here. These two cars are in the Simeone Foundation Museum near the philadelphia international airport.
The first of the two in his collection is a '66 GT40 MK II and was a participant in the '66 Le Mans though it was the sister car to this one that won that race.
The second of the two is a '67 MK IV and participated in the 1967 Le Mans in which I believe there were 4 entered.
Love the shots though. I love classic cars....especially any with racing heritage.
Skillbilly
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 17:33 |
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I lived in Utah for 5 years, heard rumors of this place and figured it was local bragging and maybe didn't even exist at all. I'm now really upset with myself for not checking it out.
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Skillbilly
> shirosake
11/15/2014 at 17:34 |
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what does that run?
paqman
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 17:39 |
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Why I have not visited this place when i live 45 minutes from it boggles my mind. I am ashamed.
Chaparral2F
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 18:23 |
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OMG, I died and went to heaven. That yellow #1 Ford Mark IV was driven by Bruce McLaren and Mario Andretti to a win at Sebring in 1967. Beat the Chaparral 2F [sigh] and proved that the Mk IV was capable of winning at LeMans.
I saw this actual car in 1971 at Road America for a Can Am race. It had Illinois license plates on it and was followed by two 427 SC Cobras, also with Illinois plates. To see a Mk II as well as a John Wyer GT 40 brings back so many memories.
Here are some pics from 1971 at Elkhart Lake:
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pitstop_pitowski
> shirosake
11/15/2014 at 19:36 |
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Yes, I did go back at the end of September. Hooning those ST's was a blast!
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pitstop_pitowski
> Chaparral2F
11/15/2014 at 20:01 |
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Absolutely stunning. To see this in a museum is one thing, but to watch them race must have been unbelievable.
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pitstop_pitowski
> vondon302
11/15/2014 at 20:08 |
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Yes they did, the Dragon Snake is in the follow up post on Oppo.
Sir HoonsAlot
> $kaycog
11/15/2014 at 20:54 |
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Another must visit place is the Shelby museum in Las Vegas. That place is awesome
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vondon302
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 20:57 |
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Sweet it was my fav. Awesome facility. How was your track day ? I kept losing track of which corner I was on , damn desert all looks the same to me. Great write up again brought me back to when we went.
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$kaycog
> Sir HoonsAlot
11/15/2014 at 21:22 |
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Another place I want to visit. I've heard it's fantastic.
My Kids Have Four...Wheels (And Paws)
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 21:25 |
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Has anyone done a writeup on the actual Octane Academy experience and had it make it onto Jalopnik's main page? I did a writeup, sent it in and never heard anything, so I was wondering if this wasn't something that was already done before...
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Dave K. Bibbins
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 21:30 |
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pitstop_pitowski
> My Kids Have Four...Wheels (And Paws)
11/15/2014 at 21:32 |
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I have never seen one before, and I had too much fun to pull my phone out or record anything beyond the morning instruction. I don't know about you, but my face hurt from smiling all day!
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pitstop_pitowski
> vondon302
11/15/2014 at 21:36 |
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I had the most amazing time, it was my first time there and you are correct. Top notch facilities.
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My Kids Have Four...Wheels (And Paws)
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 21:42 |
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Oh, I loved the experience, 110+ degree heat notwithstanding :)
NoRotorNoLove
> $kaycog
11/15/2014 at 21:52 |
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Someone (not me, I am too lazy) should start a kickstarter for you to go. Unless you can, I just stopped myself from making the stupidest comment ever.
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$kaycog
> NoRotorNoLove
11/15/2014 at 22:08 |
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I can, and I will. Utah and Nevada aren't that far from me (Colorado).
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Sir HoonsAlot
> $kaycog
11/15/2014 at 22:33 |
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It is, I was there 2 or so months ago while passing through Vegas on a family trip and it was amazing.
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Chaparral2F
> pitstop_pitowski
11/15/2014 at 22:56 |
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They weren't racing. They were driven on the street. This was a Can Am race and these cars would have been blown away by the McLarens and Shadows...
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Sir HoonsAlot
> $kaycog
11/16/2014 at 01:51 |
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Seeing the very original Cobra is pretty sweet
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Dervdevil
> $kaycog
11/16/2014 at 03:51 |
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fancy a date to Utah?
Daniel Fleck
> $kaycog
11/16/2014 at 08:41 |
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It's a long drive to SLC from Denver, but totally worth it. That's what I did in September for my Focus ST track day.
Also so I don't ruin later pictures of Cobras at the museum of which I have plenty, here's a Boss 302.
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$kaycog
> Sir HoonsAlot
11/16/2014 at 09:13 |
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That's beautiful!
McPherson
> $kaycog
11/16/2014 at 10:55 |
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I'd pay just to see your face ignite with joy. No. 72 is perfect imo.
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$kaycog
> McPherson
11/16/2014 at 10:57 |
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:D I think they're all perfect! If I ever go there, I probably should take a sedative beforehand.
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shirosake
> Skillbilly
11/16/2014 at 13:06 |
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Depends on which one you do and/or if you purchase it when you buy a new ST or Raptor. They have a few different programs and you can check em out here - http://www.fordracingschool.com/schools.html
The 1 day racing school runs about $1700 and the 3 day is about $4500.
Renting karts is cheap, like minimum of $20 bucks or something for 1 session. Track days can vary, but WOW events can be like $50 bucks for a bunch of laps in your own car.
Fivepointohpwr
> pitstop_pitowski
11/16/2014 at 13:32 |
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Great pictures, and amazing cars, but I only see one Ford GT? I see a fair amount of GT40's though.
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Sir HoonsAlot
> $kaycog
11/16/2014 at 20:15 |
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Oh it's even better in person. All the cars there are pretty awesome though(I was snapping pics like crazy :)
Term Derd
> pitstop_pitowski
11/16/2014 at 22:21 |
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Did somebody say FORD GT?!?
MMPMedia
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 13:03 |
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If you ever get out here, be sure to contact me and I'll give you a personal tour of the museum. —John Gardner, Media Manager, Miller Motorsports Park
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MMPMedia
> pitstop_pitowski
11/17/2014 at 13:09 |
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One correction to your excellent captions: The GT Mk IV (chassis no. J-4) in our museum did win Sebring in '67 with Mario Andretti/Bruce McLaren (the only race it ever competed in), but did not win Le Mans '67. That was won by chassis no. J-6 (red) with Foyt and Gurney.
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MMPMedia
> 6shelBfan6
11/17/2014 at 13:12 |
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Your friend from Barrett-Jackson is incorrect. CSX-2999 does not have its own security team. I'm unsure how much it's insured for, but Dana Mecum was here earlier this year and estimated its value at "over $30 million."
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$kaycog
> MMPMedia
11/17/2014 at 13:20 |
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I would love that! Thanks so much!
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6shelBfan6
> MMPMedia
11/17/2014 at 13:23 |
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Hmmm okay. I must have been confused. Thank you for the clarification!
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MMPMedia
> Kevin Barrett
11/17/2014 at 13:33 |
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We have the one blue/white Ford GT in the museum (it's never been driven, still has the plastic wrap on the seats) and we have a red/white one that we use as a pace car (which, in our humble opinions, is the best-looking pace car... in the world).
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MMPMedia
> wolrah
11/17/2014 at 13:37 |
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We have a number of programs within the Ford Racing School: a) regular FRS with Mustang GTs (new fleet of '15 GTs on the way now) and upgraded Boss 302s as second-day/upgrade cars, ranging from a half-day to four-day race-licensing school; b) Raptor Assault off-road school with a fleet of mildly modified Ford Raptor F-150s; c) ST Octane Academy, an owner program for purchases of Fiesta STs and Focus STs; d) Teen Driving School; e) Highway Safety School (corporate). Look for exciting new programs in the upcoming months! Visit www.FordRacingSchool.com for more info.
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Fivepointohpwr
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 16:11 |
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Where in Colorado are you from? I'm from Fort Collins.
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$kaycog
> Fivepointohpwr
11/17/2014 at 16:15 |
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I'm several hundred miles South of you.
burntartichoke
> Daniel Fleck
11/17/2014 at 16:55 |
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A Laguna Seca!
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Fivepointohpwr
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 17:06 |
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South of Pueblo?
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$kaycog
> Fivepointohpwr
11/17/2014 at 17:37 |
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Sorry I can't tell you exactly where, but Pueblo is in the area.
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Daniel Fleck
> burntartichoke
11/17/2014 at 17:43 |
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Yeah, they showed us a very obvious marketing video about the Laguna Seca Mustang including tons of footage of testing at the track. All conveniently shot in portions of the track where Mazda logos weren't visible... They were also careful to never call it Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
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burntartichoke
> Daniel Fleck
11/17/2014 at 17:57 |
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Now I have a weird urge to put the full logo as giant vinyls all over the car.
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Fivepointohpwr
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 17:58 |
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No problem, I was just curious as I used to go to CSU Pueblo, and lived in Pueblo West.
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$kaycog
> Fivepointohpwr
11/17/2014 at 18:13 |
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I'm familiar with Pueblo and Pueblo West.
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Fivepointohpwr
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 18:19 |
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It's an interesting place, the main thing I miss about living in P-west was having Pueblo Motorsports park 3 minutes down the road, and being able to go 4 wheeling, and drag racing all the time.
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$kaycog
> Fivepointohpwr
11/17/2014 at 18:21 |
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I can imagine that you miss all that.
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Fivepointohpwr
> $kaycog
11/17/2014 at 18:24 |
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That's the one thing I miss about the area haha.
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$kaycog
> Fivepointohpwr
11/17/2014 at 18:38 |
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I do understand what you mean.