Outside, a huge number of
the club’s Minis were lined up
outside the marquee, with
attendees from nearby
countries such as Austria,
Slovakia, the Czech Republic
and Slovenia. With a special
rocker cover racing track
complete with prizes cleverly
constructed from suspension
trumpets and brake discs, plus
a glittering track parade, it’s
little surprise that the club’s
efforts were rewarded with thebest display award.
The event organisers, Peter
Auto, can also boast the likes of
Le Mans Classic, Spa Classic
and Monza Historic amongst
its prestigious portfolio,
generally hosting events at
circuits steeped in history. But
though the Hungaroring has
an old-style undulating layout
and tough corners, it was
actually only opened in 1985,
just four years before the fall of
the Berlin Wall.Peter Auto freely admits that
organising such an event in
Central Europe was a gamble,
but it’s one that looks to be
paying off. Nine races saw
more than 170 cars competing,
but it was arguably the
backdrop to the racing that
created the most intrigue. The
Minis were joined by trade
stands, period ‘60s and ‘70s
dress, a concours competition
and a wealth of cars that were
once the area’s street furniture.Alongside prestige brands,
visitors could witness Trabants,
Wartburgs and DKWs made in
East Germany, as well as a host
of Ladas, Skodas and Dacias,
many beautifully preserved.
Although not on the scale of
events such as Silverstone
Classic or Goodwood Revival,
the event proved to be a great
trip. And with Budapest just
20km away, it made an
excellent break – one that we
can’t wait to enjoy again.At the entrance to the event was an impressive
structure with Matteo Hercel’s Marlboro Mini on top.This amazing genuine Trickett Sprint had travelled
from Austria with owner Michael Hwezda.Outside, a huge number of
the club’s Minis were lined up
outside the marquee, with
attendees from nearby
countries such as Austria,
Slovakia, the Czech Republic
and Slovenia. With a special
rocker cover racing track
complete with prizes cleverly
constructed from suspension
trumpets and brake discs, plus
a glittering track parade, it’s
little surprise that the club’s
efforts were rewarded with the
best display award.
The event organisers, Peter
Auto, can also boast the likes of
Le Mans Classic, Spa Classic
and Monza Historic amongst
its prestigious portfolio,
generally hosting events at
circuits steeped in history. But
though the Hungaroring has
an old-style undulating layout
and tough corners, it was
actually only opened in 1985,
just four years before the fall of
the Berlin Wall.Peter Auto freely admits that
organising such an event in
Central Europe was a gamble,
but it’s one that looks to be
paying off. Nine races saw
more than 170 cars competing,
but it was arguably the
backdrop to the racing that
created the most intrigue. The
Minis were joined by trade
stands, period ‘60s and ‘70s
dress, a concours competition
and a wealth of cars that were
once the area’s street furniture.Alongside prestige brands,
visitors could witness Trabants,
Wartburgs and DKWs made in
East Germany, as well as a host
of Ladas, Skodas and Dacias,
many beautifully preserved.
Although not on the scale of
events such as Silverstone
Classic or Goodwood Revival,
the event proved to be a great
trip. And with Budapest just
20km away, it made an
excellent break – one that we
can’t wait to enjoy again.At the entrance to the event was an impressive
structure with Matteo Hercel’s Marlboro Mini on top.This amazing genuine Trickett Sprint had travelled
from Austria with owner Michael Hwezda.