Motorsports Venues - Fun Ford Weekend At Palm Beach International Raceway September 17
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JUPITER, August 11, 2011: Palm Beach International Raceway joins the Blue Oval brigade on Saturday, September 17, for the inaugural Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons. Fun Ford Weekend paints PBIR Ford Blue on Saturday, September 17.
The Fun Ford Weekend series polishes the Blue Oval in 2011 with a five city tour of drag races, autocrosses and car shows. Palm Beach International Raceway serves as the third stop, while sister track Memphis International Raceway will be the fifth and final stop this year. The national touring series draws Ford fans from all over the country to the host tracks.
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During this unique one-day show, Ford devotees can explore the grounds and experience elements of the Michigan based automotive giant. For the racing fan, the drag strip will showcase numerous categories including Quick Ford (Electronic), Fast Ford (Non-Electronic), True Street (DOT), Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness and Compact. The one-day show will also feature special exhibition runs from the first Ford to reach 200 miles per hour in competition - Jim “Animal” Feurer, driver of the Championship Pro Stock Legendary Mammoth 700 Boss-engined 79 Mercury Zephyr (Zeke) and David Douthit, driver of the powerful Ford Focus Jet Car.
“Fun Ford Weekend is another new event for Palm Beach International Raceway this year and I’m thrilled to be hosting this first-time event at our facility,” said Jason Rittenberry, President and CEO, PBIR. “Fun Ford Weekend is a celebration of Ford and everything with the Blue Oval. We’re looking forward to hosting Ford fans and racers during our September event.”
Classic, custom and modern Fords representing all years will participate in the car show. Held on the south side of PBIR’s road course, more than 30 awards will be given in a variety of car show classes. The car show entry is $30, or $25 if purchased in advance at www.racepbir.com. PBIR offers a discount to car and truck clubs during Fun Ford Weekend. Clubs of 10 or more that register in advance save $15 on each car show entry; must register as a group and paid in advance.
In addition to the racing and car shows, spectators and attendees are invited to the north end of PBIR’s road course to participate in the autocross portion of the event. Available to amateur and competitive participants, the solo-timed competition takes place on turns two through nine of PBIR’s state-of-art road course. The autocross is often a favorite of muscle car enthusiasts that want to test everything from handling and suspension to tire grip. To participate in the autocross event, the cost is $35 per entrant. Autocross tickets can be purchased in advance at www.racepbir.com for a reduced rate of $25.
Fun Ford Weekend would not be complete unless there was a swap meet. Racers and auto enthusiasts searching for that hard-to-find part for their custom car might find what they’re looking for during the Swap Meet at PBIR’s Fun Ford Weekend. Swap meet spaces (10x10) are available for $20. All swap meet entry fees include the participant entry.
For the latest information on the Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons, visit www.racepbir.com or www.funfordweekend.com.
Fun Ford Weekend Pricing
For participant pricing for the Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.racepbir.com for detailed information.
Spectator tickets:
Saturday: Adults are $20, youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free
Visit www.racepbir.com, to purchase tickets in advance.
PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, September 16, 2011
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm PBIR Test & Tune
Saturday, September 17, 2011
8:00 am Participant / Vendor Gate Opens
8:00 am – 11:00 am Car & Truck Show Registration / Tech
8:30 am Spectator Gates Open
10:30 am Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
11:00 am – 5:00 pm Autocross on north course of PBIR Road Course
11:15 am Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
11:35 am Compact
11:50 am Qualifying #1 – Quick 16
12:15 pm Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
12:50 pm Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
1:20 pm Compact
1:35 pm Qualifying #2 – Quick 16
2:15 pm Opening Ceremonies
2:30 pm Exhibition #1 – “Animal” Jim Feurer, driver of the Championship Pro Stock
Legendary Mammoth 700 Boss-engined 79 Mercury Zephyr (Zeke)
2:35 pm Exhibition #2 – David Douthit, driver of the Ford Focus Jet Car
2:45 pm Start of Eliminations: Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
5:00 pm Exhibition #3 – “Animal” Jim Feurer, driver of the Championship Pro Stock
Legendary Mammoth 700 Boss-engined 79 Mercury Zephyr (Zeke)
Exhibition #4 – David Douthit, driver of the Ford Focus Jet Car
7:30 pm Track Secure
RACING INFORMATION & ENTRY FEES – SATURDAY
Quick Ford (Electronic) – $40 – Buy Back – $20
Fast Ford (Non-Electronic) – $30 – Buy Back – $15
True Street (DOT) – $20 – Buy Back – $10
Four-Door Frenzy – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Tough Trucks – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Mustang Madness (Heads Up) – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Compact - $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Crew Pass – $20
Extra Pit Parking Pass – $20
RACER PAYOUT
Quick Ford (Electronic)
Winner: $1,200
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $150
1/4: $30
Entry: $40
Fast Ford (Non-Electronic)
Winner: $800
Runner-Up: $300
Semi: $80
1/4: $20
Entry: $30
True Street (DOT)
Winner: $175
Runner-Up: $60
Semi: $20
Entry: $20
Quick 16
Winner: $1,000
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $100
Entry: $60
One qualifying session
Payout Information: All payouts on race day take place in Race Control, once payout rounds are reached.
Saturday True Street Challenges
Racers who purchase a Drag Race entry will be eligible to also compete in the True Street Challenge (If their car meets the class rules.)
Car Show Fees
Car Show is $30, online price - $25
All car show entry fees include the participant entry.
Car / Truck Show Advance Discounts:
Save with advance purchase of car show entry! Clubs of 10 or more that register in advance save $15 on each car show entry; must register as a group and paid in advance.
Additional Participants (All swap meet entry fees include the participant entry)
Swap Meet Spot (10x10) – $20
Autocross - $35 – ($25 advance purchase online)
Extra Pit Vehicle Parking Pass $30 sold only with a Crew Pass
Car Show Categories - Saturday
Two Awards, Winner and Outstanding Achievement, will be given in the following classes:
Mustang 64-70
Mustang 71-78
Mustang 79-93
Mustang 94-98
Mustang 99-04
Mustang 05-Current
SVT & Cobra Mustang
SVT
Roush Mustang
Saleen Mustang
Steeda Mustang
Shelby & BOSS
Probe
Comet, Cougar, Capri
Falcon, Fairlane, Maverick
Thunderbird
Ford Full Size Cars – All Years
Ford Full Size Trucks – All Years
Ford Compact Trucks – All Years
Ford Lightning
Pre-49 Street Rods & Custom
Full Size Ford Pick-Up (including Torino)
Race Car & Pro Street
Ford Compact – All Years
Lincoln
Mercury
Model A
Model T
Open Ford (Ford Ford vehicles that do not fit in listed classes)
Additional Show Car Categories – Saturday
Best of Show
Track Choice
Best Wheels
Cool Factor
People’s Choice
Best Engine
Best Paint/Body