While that is great news, we received this just before CA's govenor said that there is little, if any chance of big public gatherings in that state this year.
By Colin Wood
Apr 15, 2020
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Laguna Seca,
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Have a classic race car that you're itching to get on track? The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is now accepting entries.
Coming to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca August 13-16, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion will feature 13 distinct groups of race cars, including an IMSA GTO/GTP group, a 1963-'66 GT over 2500cc group, and a 1947-'55 sports racing and GT group.
Is there anything you hope to see this year?
Not running, but planning to be in the area during the event? Be sure to check out our Monterey Kickoff Cruise-in on August 11 in Pacific Grove.
Read the full release below:
MONTEREY, Calif., April 15, 2020 - After considerable deliberation and evaluation from a knowledgeable 12-person Selection Committee, the much-anticipated letters of acceptance into the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion have been issued. Owners of some of the world’s most historic race cars are gearing up to compete August 13-16 at Monterey County’s WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. This year’s Rolex Reunion is comprised of 13 popular run groups spanning a century of motorsports history.
No stranger to Laguna Seca’s challenging twists and turns are historic cars from the Trans-Am and Can-Am era. These ground-pounding run groups provide a flashback to when Chevrolet Camaros, Dodge Challengers, and Ford Mustangs ran bumper-to-bumper in Trans-Am, while in Can-Am the McLarens, Shadows and Lolas roared along the original nine-turn 1.9-mile circuit.
Also featured this year is the ever popular IMSA GTO/GTP run group. Two All American Racers’ Toyota Eagles will be on track for spectators to enjoy. The Eagle MkIII GTPs will go head-to-head alongside legendary Porsches, Jaguars, and Nissans.
The Chevrolet vs Ford rivalry will return in the 1963-1966 GT over 2500cc run group. Fan favorite Corvettes, Mustangs, and Cobras will be battling once more for manufacturer supremacy.
A Monterey Car Week milestone takes place this year, celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Pebble Beach Road Races. To honor this anniversary and Laguna Seca’s beginnings, over 30 historic cars from the 1947-1955 Sports Racing and GT era have been selected. Fans watching will be able to imagine the sights and sounds that once filled the narrow roads winding through Del Monte forest.
To complement the exciting racing and bustling paddock, there will be some can’t miss activities on the schedule, such as book signings, panel interviews with racing greats, and demonstration laps. Exhibits and the popular Hagerty Marketplace will give fans plenty of opportunities to further connect with motorsports history.
For those looking to enjoy more of Laguna Seca Recreation Area, premier campsites are still available. For complete advance pricing and availability for ticket packages, VIP hospitality, and preferred parking, please visit WeatherTechRaceway.com or call the Tickets and Accommodations Office at 831-242-8200.
While that is great news, we received this just before CA's govenor said that there is little, if any chance of big public gatherings in that state this year.
I figured as much, good luck seeing any motorsports in Cali this year....
I heard that too. Such a bummer. I have everything booked and this was going to be my first car week.
I just hope that the pandemic is over before the stated date.
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