Royal Purple Raceway Announces 2012 Fun Ford Weekend Event Details

With the 2012 Fun Ford Weekend Series’ season-opener just a little over three months away, the team at Royal Purple Raceway have announced some the racing and car show classes that the Ford faithful will enjoy March 23 & 24, 2012.

“We are looking forward to kicking off the 2012 Fun Ford Weekend Series with a Texas-sized gathering of Ford racers and show cars at Royal Purple Raceway,” said Seth Angel, vice president and general manager of the Baytown, TX racing venue. “What better way to kick off our 25th season of racing than with a Fun Ford Event. Our team is already hard at work and we can’t wait to see all our racing friends in March.”

2012 Event Schedule: Friday, March 23

Vendor Gate Opens: 3:00 PM

Legal Street Racing: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Saturday, March 24

Vendor Gate Opens: 7:00 AM

Gates Open: 8:00 AM

Test N Tune: 9:00 AM

Car Show Registration: 9:00 AM-3:00PM

Time Runs Begin: 11:00 AM

Qualifying Begins: 12:00 Noon

Car Show Judging: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

True Street Cruise: 2:20 PM

Eliminations: 3:00 PM

Car Show Awards: 5:00 PM (Tower Club)

 

2012 GATE PRICES

Adult Spectator: $15

Crew: $15

Children 12 & under: FREE

Car Show (Car & Driver): $25

Test N Tune: $25

Swap Meet: $25 (1 20×20 space & 1 gate Entry)

Car Corral: $25 (1 20×20 space & 1 gate Entry)

RACER PRICES

(Full body cars must be Ford-bodied, any power plant

allowed & Open body cars must be Ford Powered)

NOTE: All cars must pass NHRA Safety Technical Inspection.

ET Bracket Classes

Fast Ford (Electronics Class – 1/4 Mile) $40

Quick Ford (No Electronics Class – 1/4 Mile) $40

Street Ford (DOT Tire & Registration Required – 1/4th Mile) $25

Tuff Truck (any Ford Truck – 1/4th Mile) $25

Heads Up Classes

11.0 INDEX – 1/4th Mile $35

12.0 INDEX – 1/4th Mile $35

13.0 INDEX – 1/4th Mile $35

X275 Street Shootout – 1/8th Mile $50

Street Cruise & Drag Race Class

(A 20 mile street cruise & 3 back to back 1/4 Mile runs)

True Street – 1/4th Mile $35

CLASSES

FAST FORD – Electronics Class, 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, Dial Your Own

QUICK FORD – No Electronics Class, 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, Dial Your Own

STREET FORD – Street Legal, 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, Dial Your Own, All Run

TUFF TRUCK – Street Legal 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, Dial Your Own, All Run

HEADS UP INDEX – 11.00, 12.00, 13.00 – 1/4 Mile, .400 Pro Tree.

X275 STREET SHOOTOUT- 1/8th Mile, .400 Pro Tree, Heads Up

TRUE STREET – 1/4 Mile, .400 Pro Tree, All Run

Royal Purple Raceway Fun Ford Weekend: PURSE & PAYOUTS

ET Bracket Classes

Fast Ford Winner $1,000; Runner Up $300; Round Money $30

Quick Ford Winner $800; Runner Up $200; Round Money $30

Street Ford Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

Tuff Truck Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

Heads Up Classes

11.0 INDEX Winner $250; Runner Up $100

12.0 INDEX Winner $250; Runner Up $100

13.0 INDEX Winner $250; Runner Up $100

X275 Street Shootout Winner $850; Runner Up $350; Semis $150; Qtrs: $50

5.90 Renegade Winner $1,000; Runner Up $500; Semis $150; Qtrs: $50

True Street Race Classes

True Street Winner $250; Runner Up $100

10.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

11.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

12.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

13.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

Royal Purple Raceway, Fun Ford Weekend: CLASS RULES

FAST FORD – 1/4 Mile, Full Tree

Fast Ford Winner $1,000; Runner Up $300; Round Money $30; Buy Back $30

Electronics Class, 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, Dial Your Own, All Run Field, No Throttle Stops, Any Power Adder Combo Allowed, Any Tire Size Allowed, No Weight Limit

QUICK FORD – 1/4 Mile, Full Tree

Quick Ford Winner $800; Runner Up $200; Round Money $30; Buy Back $30

No Electronics Class, 1/4 Mile, Full Tree, All Run Field, No Throttle Stops, Any Power Adder Combo Allowed, Any Tire Size Allowed, No Weight Limit, must leave off footbrake

STREET FORD – 1/4 Mile, Full Tree

Street Ford Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY; Buy Back $15

No Slicks, DOT Tires, Registration Required, All Run Field, No Throttle Stops, Any Power Adder Combo Allowed, Any Tire Size Allowed, No Weight Limit

TUFF TRUCK – 1/4 Mile, Full Tree

Tuff Truck Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY; Buy Back $15

All Run Field, No Throttle Stops, Any Power Adder Combo Allowed, Any Tire Size Allowed, No Weight Limit

11.00, 12.00, & 13.00 INDEX – 1/4 Mile, Pro Tree

11.0 INDEX Winner $250; Runner Up $100; Buy Back $20

12.0 INDEX Winner $250; Runner Up $100; Buy Back $20

13.0 INDEX Winner $250 Runner Up $100 Buy Back $20

Pro .400 Tree, All Run Field, Closest to Index without going under, No Throttle Stops, Any Power Adder Combo Allowed, Any Tire Size Allowed, No Weight Limit, Ladder BY Previous Round (Closest Reaction Time)

TRUE STREET – 1/4 Mile, Pro Tree, All Run

True Street Winner $250; Runner Up $100

10.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

11.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

12.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

13.00 Winner TROPHY; Runner Up TROPHY

All True Street vehicles must conform to these guidelines:

1. Must be a Ford bodied or an Open body vehicle that is Ford powered.

2. Any engine is permitted on closed body vehicles.

3. Any style cylinder head is allowed.

4. Any type of induction system is allowed. Both carburetor and fuel injection are permitted.

5. Any form of power adder is allowed, including nitrous, single and twin turbos, and superchargers. Twin power adders are permitted.

6. No minimum race weight is required.

7. A closed exhaust with mufflers is required. All exhaust fumes must exit the outlet of the muffler. Turndowns are permitted.

8. Any style front suspension, including bolt-on tubular K-members, replacement front clips, etc., is permitted.

9. Any rear suspension is allowed, including tubs and mini-tubs.

10. An entry must start, operate, and drive under its own power with one driver in the car.

11. All cars must have D.O.T. approved tires and wheels in the front and rear during the road cruise, and while racing.

12. Car must complete the road cruise of 20 miles, and three rounds of eliminations on one tank of fuel. No refueling will be permitted after the road cruise begins.

All drivers must have the following:

1. A current, valid driver’s license.

2. Valid, current insurance and registration cards for any vehicle entered in competition, which must be presented (with driver’s license at the request of the tech inspector. License plate(s) are mandatory; no dealer plates or registrations. Faxes or letters from insurance companies are not permitted–actual paperwork must be presented when requested.

3. All operational, DOT-mandated safety equipment for the particular model year must be operational, including (but not limited to headlights, taillights, turn signals, horn and brake lights; cars will be checked for proper operation of equipment.

4. A Drag Race entry purchased at the gate.

5. A tech card for track tech. Track tech may follow True Street tech, but will be performed regardless.

6. A pen to fill in the tech card legibly. All information that will be posted after the race, and in the magazine must be legible. We are not responsible for misspelled names, unknown years, and models of cars.

Road Cruise:

1. All vehicles, after passing True Street tech, will proceed to the next segment, the designated road cruise.

2. Escorts will be provided. All participants must obey local and federal traffic laws, including passing, merging and speed limits. Burnouts or other illegal acts before or during the road cruise are prohibited. Violators will be subject to disqualification.

3. All support vehicles (i.e., tow vehicles or any other vehicle that will not be actually racing) are allowed to go on the road cruise, provided they are behind the entire group of True Street participants.

4. Any car unable to complete the road cruise under its own power will be disqualified, along with the driver.

5. After completion of the road cruise, all cars are to go back to designated area for True Street participants which is the Return Road in front of the main grandstands.

6. Opening of the hood is prohibited once the road cruise begins until three rounds of drag strip competition have been completed. If the hood is opened during this time, the car and driver will be disqualified.

7. Opening the trunk or hatch of the car is allowed prior to the first round of competition (i.e., hooking up nitrous bottles. ) Changing nitrous bottles is not permitted once the racing commences.

8. No external cooling of the engine is allowed. No external fans, ice or pressurized fluids may be used. Use of a radiator-mounted primary electric cooling fan is permitted. No battery charger may be connected to the battery after the road cruise. Excessive use of your electric fan may drain your battery. If the battery is unable to start your car during racing, both car and driver will be disqualified.

9. No repairs are to be made from underneath the engine compartment. Any attempts to repair items from underneath will be grounds for disqualification.

Race Procedure:

1. Hoods and deck lids are not to be opened for any reason during the three passes. Hatchback owners may reach through the passenger compartment to access the hatch area only to open nitrous bottles.

2. Tire pressure may be checked, but air can only be removed. No inflation of tires is permitted during the race; therefore, no inflation equipment will be permitted in the car.

3. If you experience any problems (mechanical or otherwise,) and cannot make a pass, do not make it. If you oil down or crash on the track surface, you jeopardize yourself and others. Promptly inform a track official of your withdrawal from the class.

4. Only drivers will be permitted to be with the car during the three passes. All pit members may stand only in the grandstand area or burnout area.

5. If a car is unable to start under its own power, both the driver and car will be disqualified. No push starts will be allowed.

6. All cars and racers must make three runs ¼ Mile, .400 Pro Tree.

7. After the three passes are made, E.T.’s will be added up, and then divided by three, establishing an average used to place the drivers. The three run average will be used to determine the winner, runner-up and index winners.

Winner – Quickest average E.T. of three runs

Runner-up – 2nd Quickest average E.T. of three runs

10 second index – closest average time to 10.0 seconds

11 second index – closest average time to 11.0 seconds

12 second index – closest average time to 12.0 seconds

13 second index – closest average time to 13.0 seconds

8. All results and decisions from the Fun Ford staff are final. Averages will be posted the day of the race at the Fun Ford car show tent.

All cars must pass track and/or NHRA technical inspection, and must be legal for the elapsed time, and speed they run. Drivers must have proper licensing; i.e., if you have a 9-second car, you must have a 9-second driver’s license. It is up to the track to enforce all safety rules.

Show Car Categories:

Mustang: 1964-’68, 1969-’73, 1974-’78, 1979-’86, 1987-’93, 1994-’98, 1999-‘04, 2005-’09, 2010-present

Conversion (Ford powered vehicle)

Competition Sports: GT 40, Cobra, Kit Car, Road Race, Etc.

Compact- Focus-Front wheel drive

Open- Big Car

Thunderbird

Galaxie, Fairlane, Torino, Falcon

Rod (pre-1949)

Lincoln, Mercury

Nostalgia- Post 1950

Pre- 1989 SUV & Pickup

1990-2010 SUV & Pickup

2011-2012 Display only

Roush, Saleen, Steeda

Shelby

SVT vehicles  1993-2004

* Special Awards to include: Track Choice, Best Wheels, Cool Factor, People’s Choice, Best Engine, Best Paint/Body, Best of Show, Best Race Car and more.

For more information about the Fun Ford Weekend Series event at Houston’s Royal Purple Raceway, visit their web site at www.royalpurpleraceway.com

About Fun Ford Weekend

The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, celebrate and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

AMANDA MATUSEK JOINS FUN FORD WEEKEND & SUPER CHEVY SHOW SERIES

Amanda Matusek, lifelong drag racing fan and third-generation driver of the Aeromotive 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang is the newest member to join the Super Chevy Show and Fun Ford Weekend series as a representative of Forward Sports Marketing. In her new role, Amanda will be working closely with regional and national Chevy and Ford automotive clubs and forums to raise awareness for both series and encourage participation and spectatorship at the events.

“I’ve grown up in the industry, so this is an exciting opportunity for me,” Matusek said. “The Super Chevy Show and Fun Ford Weekend series has something for everyone, whether it’s the car show, drag racing or swap meet people are interested in, being immersed in drag racing for so long has given me a perspective that I feel is important to bring to the table. That said, there is still a lot for me to learn and I think there’s a lot for me to gain while in this position.”

Matusek attended her first race when she was five and started racing in the Junior Dragsters class at age fifteen. In 2010, while attending college she received her Stock Eliminator license and started competing in the 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang. That year, she was the runner-up in her first Division 5 race in Great Bend, Kan. Matusek graduated from the University of Kansas in May of 2011 with a bachelors degree in History minoring in Communication Studies.

 

About Super Chevy Show Series

Super Chevy Show is a 12-event North American series owned by the host tracks. The series showcases the best in car show, drag race, swap meet, car corral, in addition to autocross at selected events. The 2012 season kicks off in March at Palm Beach International Raceway in Jupiter, Fla., and closes in October at Rockingham Dragway in Rockingham, N.C. The series will return to Memphis Intl. Raceway, in 2012, traditionally one of the largest shows on the circuit. Widely considered the best brand-specific event in the country, Super Chevy Show series information can be found at www.superchevyshow.com

Fun Ford Weekend Series Owners Looking Forward to 2012 Events

KANSAS CITY, Mo (Nov. 28, 2011) – The Fun Ford Weekend series presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons, can really be described as an eager group of children awaiting Christmas Day. After a five-event “relaunch” schedule in 2011, there is a “Christmas-eve” like atmosphere surrounding the 12-event series slated for 2012.

“All of the amazing track operators will tell you that our fans, participants and sponsors were missing the Fun Ford Weekend series and everyone is thrilled the series is back on the national event scene with 12 events in 2012,” said Gabrielle Stevenson, president of the Fun Ford Weekend Series in 2012 and general manager of the Texas Motorplex.

In 2011, the Fun Ford Weekend was officially “relaunched” with an outstanding event in Denver. “Bandimere Speedway was honored to kick off the first of five events to showcase the reestablishment of the Fun Ford Weekend Series,” said John “Sporty” Bandimere. “Ford enthusiasts are some of the most passionate automotive enthusiasts and if the success of the events is any indication of the “blue oval excitement” building for 2012, these Fun Ford Weekends are going to be the “must attend” events of the year.”

12 In ’12

With the 2011 season in the books, track operators are gathering data and preparing for a jam-packed 2012 season of car shows, swap meets, drag racing and even some autocross action at some of the events.

“When the 2012 Fun Ford Weekend tour kicks off March 23rd and 24th, Ford fans can expect tosee an action-packed lineup of heads-up Ford racing, an all-FoMoCo car show, a giant manufacturers midway, swap meet, a burnout contest, a true street cruise, autocross and bracket racing,” said Seth Angel, vice president and general manager of Royal Purple Raceway.

“Ford and Ford racing are big in Texas and even bigger at Royal Purple Raceway. Fun Ford Weekend will officially kick off our 25th Anniversary Season in Baytown and to do that with the iconic blue oval faithful is going to be a lot of fun. This event will give Ford racers and fans in south Texas a place to celebrate and showcase the Ford brand at a world-class facility,” adds Angel.

About Fun Ford Weekend

The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, celeb rate and enjoy the event. For more information on the Fun Ford Weekend Series, visit www.funfordweekend.com or check out the series on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Fun-Ford-Weekend.

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GREVEN TO LEAD SALES FOR NATIONAL SERIES AND HISTORIC TEXAS MOTORSPORTS FACILITY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Kevin Greven

kevin@meyermotorsports.com

GREVEN TO LEAD SALES FOR NATIONAL SERIES AND HISTORIC TEXAS MOTORSPORTS FACILITY

Greven Takes Major Role for Meyer Motorsports, Fun Ford Weekend, Super Chevy Show

ENNIS, Texas (Nov. 21, 2011) –Kevin Greven has spent more than 15 years in the motorsports industry and will be bringing his knowledge, passion and love of the sport to Meyer Motorsports effective immediately.

Greven has been hired as the new Vice President of Business Development for Meyer Motorsports and will handle partnership development for the famed Billy Meyer-owned drag strip Texas Motorplex, and two nationally loved series’, Fun Ford Weekend and Super Chevy Show.

“We are thrilled to have someone with his experience and ability to join our newly expanded sales team,” Meyer said. “Kevin has run a motorsports facility; he has handled national sales accounts and brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. It’s an exciting time for both the Fun Ford Weekend and Super Chevy Show and Kevin will make the experience even better for fans, participants and sponsors.”

Both the Fun Ford Weekend and Super Chevy Show recently announced expanded national schedules for 2012 and Greven said he is anxious to expand the partners involved with each series as well.

“I’m proud to be part of the Meyer Motorsports team and be able to help bring greater awareness and sponsor partnerships to the Motorplex and two national series’,” Greven said. “Super Chevy Show is wrapping up its second year under new ownership and Fun Ford Weekend will enjoy its first full schedule of events in years when the series opens at Royal Purple Raceway (Baytown, Texas) in 2012

“These are widely popular events and venues and I’m proud I get to work with the most aggressive and experience track operators in the country. It’s going to be a great partnership.”

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

 

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Fun Ford Weekend Series Owners Attend 2011 SEMA Show, Meet with Sponsors

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Nov. 15, 2011) – Fun Ford Weekend Series owners and officials attended the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas and participated in meetings with numerous series sponsors. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show is the largest gathering of automotive aftermarket and OE manufacturers in the world. For 2011, more than 2,100 manufacturers from around the world displayed at the four-day show and drew more than 3,000 members of the media as well.

More than half of the owners of the Fun Ford Weekend Series, along with marketing and public relations staff spent several days in meetings with 2011 series sponsors, providing them with overviews of the highly successful re-launch of the series while discussing plans for the greatly expanded 2012 event schedule.

The owners and marketing group held meetings with key managers with Roush Yates, JE Pistons and the Ford Racing and Performance Group. “Our meetings with our 2011 series sponsors went very well and it was great to be able to provide them with updates on the events and try to pass along just some of the enthusiasm from our participants,” said Jeff Lacina, Marketing and Sponsorship specialist with the Fun Ford Weekend Series. “The owners, president and vice-presidents of this series are very passionate about the future, especially given the overwhelming positive responses from our racers, car show attendees, spectators and even the media.”

As announced just prior to this year’s SEMA Show, in 2012, the Fun Ford Weekend Series will expand to 12 events in nine different US states as well as one event in Canada.

“It’s exciting having so many dynamic track operators, fans, participants and sponsors involved in this series,” Fun Ford Weekend President and Texas Motorplex GM, Gabrielle Stevenson, said. “There is a lot of positive action being taken to make this one of the premier series’ in the country and I think everyone is thrilled to not only have the series back, but expanded to a full slate of 12 events.”

 

Fun Ford Weekend Series – 2012 Schedule
March 23-24, Royal Purple Raceway (Houston)
April 20-21, The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Las Vegas)
May 11-12, Rockingham Dragway (Rockingham, N.C.)
June 9, Spokane County Raceway (Spokane, Wash.)
June 15-17, Virginia Motorsports Park (Petersburg, Va.)
June 22-23, Bandimere Speedway (Denver)
June 29-30, Bristol Dragway (Bristol, Tenn.)
August 17-18, Maple Grove Raceway (Reading, Pa.)
September 2, Castrol Raceway (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
September 7-8, Texas Motorplex (Dallas)
September 14-15, Palm Beach Intl. Raceway (Palm Beach, Fla.)
September 28-29, Memphis Intl. Raceway (Memphis, Tenn.)

About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, celebrate and enjoy the events. For more information on the Fun Ford Weekend Series, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

Fun Ford Weekend Announces 2012 Event Schedule and Series Officers

Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 19, 2011 – Fun Ford Weekend officials announced the 2012 event schedule today as well as the officers who will be leading the series as it prepares to enter its second season under new management. Having just completed a five-event 2011 season, the Fun Ford Weekend shows, presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons were a resounding success with racers, car show participants and spectators.

The series will expand to 12 events in nine different U.S. states as well as one event in Canada in 2012.

In early 2011, a group of North American motorsports facility owners, led by Texas Motorplex (Ennis, Texas) owner Billy Meyer, worked to bring back the Fun Ford Weekend series because of popular demand.

“Fans and participants all suffered when Fun Ford Weekend was shut down a few years ago,” Meyer said. “Ford vehicle owners are extremely loyal to their brand, and they love big events and racing. Working with Ford Racing, Roush Yates and JE Pistons, we got off to a great start in relaunching this series and are very excited to announce our 2012 event schedule and the dedicated people who will be directing the series this year.”

Fun Ford Weekend Series – 2012 Schedule
March 23-24, Royal Purple Raceway (Houston)
April 20-21, The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Las Vegas)
May 11-12, Rockingham Dragway (Rockingham, N.C.)
June 9, Spokane County Raceway (Spokane, Wash.)
June 15-17, Virginia Motorsports Park (Petersburg, Va.)
June 22-23, Bandimere Speedway (Denver)
June 29-30, Bristol Dragway (Bristol, Tenn.)
August 17-18, Maple Grove Raceway (Reading, Pa.)
September 2, Castrol Raceway (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
September 7-8, Texas Motorplex (Dallas)
September 14-15, Palm Beach Intl. Raceway (Palm Beach, Fla.)
September 28-29, Memphis Intl. Raceway (Memphis, Tenn.)

Fun Ford Weekend Series President Named
For 2012, the Series will be directed by a group of dedicated and enthusiastic member-track managers, led by Texas Motorplex General Manager, Gabrielle Stevenson, who has been named President of the Fun Ford Weekend Series.
“The Blue Oval brand has a long and storied history in this country and it’s time we bring the Fun Ford Weekend series back to a full slate of national events,” Stevenson said. “We’ve had an amazing response from participants, fans and sponsors about bringing this series back. It’s truly a celebration of what Ford means to generations of drivers and fans.”
Stevenson said the series will be hosted by the most aggressive and dedicated collection of tracks and is looking forward to building off the success of the 2011 Fun Ford Weekend events in 2012 and beyond.

“We are changing the business plan in terms of a national series because Fun Ford Weekend is now owned by the event hosts,” Stevenson said. “We want to have some common threads in each of the national events, but will localize each event too because the track owners and operators know how to put on the best Fun Ford Weekend event possible for each market. Now each track has a vested interest in the success of the entire Fun Ford Weekend series and it’s exciting to help usher in a new era for this popular series.”

Fun Ford Weekend Series Announces Vice Presidents
Working with Stevenson in 2012 are the following track managers who will be serving as Fun Ford Weekend vice presidents: Sporty Bandimere, Bandimere Speeedway; Pam Kendrick, Memphis International Raceway and Bryan Pierce, Virginia Motorsports Park.

The Fun Ford Weekend Series is also represented on the marketing and promotions side by Forward Sports Marketing, which includes Ryan Haas, Series Supervisor; Jeff Lacina, Marketing and Sponsorships and Sara Griewing, Sponsorship Coordinator.

About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, celebrate and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

Two long-time Ford racing powerhouses, Roush Yates and JE Pistons served a presenting sponsors during the re-launch of the series in 2011.

Fun Ford Weekend Complete at Memphis International Raceway

Fun Ford Weekend Complete at Memphis International Raceway

MILLINGTON, TN – October 15, 2011 – As the closing city on the 2011 Fun Ford Weekend tour, Memphis International Raceway (MIR) drew racers from five states to participate in the one-day Blue Oval Festival. Ford makes and models of all eras were represented on the drag strip and car show on the recently opened MIR. The inaugural Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons brought many Ford fans and racers to MIR on Saturday afternoon.

In the show car portion of the event, classic, custom, modern and modified were displayed as nearly 30 awards categories were represented. One of the most popular Fords of the day was the 1962 Ford Thunderbird owned by Ed Price, who walked away with the Thunderbird and Best of Show car show awards. Another double winner in the car show was Leo Harber’s 1964 Ford Falcon winner of the Track Choice Award and Outstanding Achievement in the Falcon, Fairlane, Maverick.

“We had a gorgeous day at Memphis International Raceway for Fun Ford Weekend on Saturday,” said Pam Kendrick, Vice President and General Manager, Memphis International Raceway. “The Fun Ford Weekend brought some of the area’s best racers to MIR for our first major event since opening in August. The facility was buzzing with activity all day. It was a great first-time event for our new facility. Special thanks to Clay Millican for serving as our Grand Marshal and our exhibition drivers for participating in today’s event.”

There were several highlights of the Fun Ford Weekend celebration at MIR including the six-time IHRA World Champion Clay Millican, who served as the event’s Grand Marshal. During pre-race ceremonies, Millican addressed the crowd and then activated the Christmas Tree for the first pair of exhibition runs from quarter-mile drivers Tony ‘Sandman’ Williams and John Sullivan. Then eighth-mile Pro Mod drivers Jerry Prater and Dwayne Watkins were brought to the line for their exhibition runs. The final headliner in the exhibition show was David Douthit, driver of the powerful Ford Focus Wagon ‘Focus This’ Jet Car. In his best pass of the weekend, Douthit piloted the Ford Focus Jet Car to the quarter-mile mark in 8.99 seconds at 180.38 miles per hour.

On track activity continues next week at Memphis International Raceway. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights feature the weekly Quarter-Mile Test and Tune and on Friday, October 21, MIR hosts the monthly Midnight Madness. During the weekend of October 28-30, MIR hosts the 1/8-Mile Bracket Brawl. Full event details and schedules are available at www.racemir.com.

FUN FORD WEEKEND RACING RESULTS
Exhibition Runs (best times listed)
John Sullivan – 6.31 at 226.93mph
Tony “Sandman” Williams – 6.56 at 214.14mph
Dwayne Watkins – 3.93 at 191.27mph
Jerry Prater – 4.13 at 178.57mph

Quick Ford (Electronic) – Jerry Walker (1964 Mustang, Fulton, KY) 6.083 at 111.87 def Terry Edwards (2004 Mustang) 5.103 at 135.27 (broke out)

Fast Ford (Non-Electronic) – Lucas Walker (1993 Mustang, Wingo, KY) 7.728 at 73.23 def Andrew Skaggs (2003 Mustang, Henderson, TN) 8.505 at 81.94 (foul)

Quick 16 – Eric Oldham (2010 Cobra, Barlow, KY) 9.542 at 150.93 def Don Baskin (1997 Mustang, Covington, TN) 10.143 at 103.29

Mustang Madness – Donnie Gray (2011 Mustang, Blytheville, AR) 11.157 at 125.72 (single run)

Tough Trucks – Mark Loveland (1993 Lightning, Marion, AR) 14.920 at 90.26 def Jeremy Sword (2002 Ford F-150, Benton, AR) 14.499 at 93.78

FUN FORD WEEKEND CAR SHOW AWARDS
Mustang 64-70
Winner: Darrell Mims, 1970 Mustang Mach I
Outstanding Achievement: Fred and Billy Brooks, 1970 Mustang Mach I

Mustang 71-78
Winner: Rick Duncan, 1973 Mustang
Outstanding Achievement: Wilbur Holaday, 1971 Mustang

Mustang 79-93
Winner: Timothy Paine, 1988 Mustang
Outstanding Achievement: Patrick Hallman, 1982 Mustang GT

Mustang 99-04
Winner: Otis Matthews, 2000 Mustang GT
Outstanding Achievement: Stan Vaughn, 2001 Mustang GT Bullitt

Mustang 05-Current
Winner: Sara Griewing, 2010 Mustang
Outstanding Achievement: 2007 Mustang GT

SVT & Cobra Mustang
Winner: Brenda and Jim Corrigan, 1998 Cobra
Outstanding Achievement: Mark Johnson, 2007 Mustang GT

Roush Mustang
Winner: Jim Quinn, 2010 Roush Mustang

Shelby & BOSS
Winner: Russell Duvall, 2007 Shelby GT
Outstanding Achievement: Ward Lindsey, 2007 Shelby GT

Comet, Cougar, Capri
Winner: Gary Grimes, 1966 Mercury Comet
Outstanding Achievement: Mike Watson, 1967 Mercury Cougar

Falcon, Fairlane, Maverick
Winner: Bobby Bates, 1964 Ford Fairlane
Outstanding Achievement: Leo Harber, 1964 Ford Falcon

Thunderbird
Winner: Ed Price, 1962 Thunderbird

Ford Full Size Cars – All Years
Winner: Jim McDonald, 1954 Crown Victoria
Outstanding Achievement: Martin Woods, 1971 Torino

Ford Full Size Trucks – All Years
Winner: Logan Crowley, 2004 F-150

Ford Compact Truck – All Years
Winner: Cory Hamilton, 1999 Explorer Sport

Ford Lightning
Winner: Tracy Noland, 2002 F-150
Outstanding Achievement: Phil Smith 2001 Ford Lightning

Pre-49 Street Rods & Custom
Winner: Chris Kelly, 1935 Ford

Race Car & Pro Street
Winner: Charles Keller, 1950 Ford Coupe
Outstanding Achievement: Dan Storey, 1964 Mercury Comet

Lincoln
Winner: Tommy Saugey, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII

Model A
Winner: Steve High, 1929 Model A

Open Ford
Winner: Mel Bain, 1965 Shelby Cobra
Outstanding Achievement: 1956 Ford Courier

ADDITIONAL CAR SHOW AWARDS

Best of Show – Ed Price, 1962 Ford Thunderbird
Track Choice – Leo Harber, 1964 Ford Falcon
Best Wheels – Ken Roberts, 2007 Mustang GT
Cool Factor – Jim McDonald, 1954 Crown Victoria
People’s Choice – Kory Keller, 1956 Ford Courier
Best Engine – Bobby Bates, 1964 Ford Fairlane
Best Paint/Body – Charles Keller, 1950 Ford Coupe
 
About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, spectate, and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

About Memphis International Raceway
Memphis International Raceway was purchased by Moroso Investment Partners, a group of real estate and corporate investors. The venue is one of the most popular raceways in the country for racers and spectators alike. As a leader in its operating form and function, MIR seeks to provide its drivers with a higher level of challenge, excellence and opportunity. The 342+ acre facility includes a quarter-mile drag strip, three-quarter mile paved oval and road course. For more information on MIR, please visit the venue’s website at www.RaceMIR.com.

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Tony “Sandman” Williams and David Douthit Headline Exhibition during Fun Ford Weekend at Memphis International Raceway on October 15

Tony “Sandman” Williams and David Douthit Headline Exhibition during
Fun Ford Weekend at Memphis International Raceway on October 15

MILLINGTON, TN – October 13, 2011 – On Saturday, October 15, Memphis International Raceway (MIR) anchors the five-city 2011 Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons tour. In addition to being the grand finale tour city, MIR marks this special weekend as the first major event since the facility opened in August this year.

In true Memphis style, MIR is figuratively painting the drag strip Ford Blue for all the spectators and racers, car show enthusiasts and swap meet participants. The one-day show features special exhibition runs from David Douthit, driver of the powerful Ford Focus Wagon ‘Focus This’ Jet Car, eighth-mile Pro Mod drivers Jerry Prater and Dwayne Watkins; as well as quarter-mile exhibition runs from local favorite Tony ‘Sandman’ Williams and Gary Sullivan.

David Douthit debuts his jet-powered 2000 Ford Focus wagon at Memphis International Raceway this weekend. Family owned and operated, the ‘Focus This’ machine takes 30 gallons of diesel fuel to make a pass down PBIR’s quarter-mile drag strip. This unique compact car is powered by a General Electric J-85 engine, producing 10,000 horsepower and a top speed of 200 miles per hour. In 1993, one week after graduating high school, David obtained his jet dragster license and has been piloting jet-powered vehicles for nearly 20 years.

In addition to the exhibition runs, the competition will be fierce as seven drag racing classes compete for titles and trophies in the Quick Ford (1/8-mile, Electronic), Fast Ford (1/8-mile, Non-Electronic), True Street (30 mile cruise followed by three 1/4-mile runs, DOT), Four-Door Frenzy (1/4-mile), Tough Trucks (1/4-mile), Mustang Madness – Heads Up (1/4-mile) and Compact (1/4-mile).

The No. 99 Aflac Ford Fusion show car will be on display at Memphis International Raceway on Saturday. Stop by midway display area at MIR and see the black and green Ford Fusion from 1pm-5pm.

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 MIR’s Fun Ford Weekend. In previous years, the swap meet at Memphis was one of the largest in the country. Swap meet spaces (10×10) are available for $20. All swap meet entry fees include the participant entry.

Those looking to admire the classic, custom and modern Fords can stroll over to the Car Show. More than 30 awards will be given in a variety of car show classes at MIR this weekend. The car show entry is $30, or $25 if purchased in advance at the MIR Executive Offices. MIR 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.

For the latest information on the Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons, visit www.racemir.com or www.funfordweekend.com.

Fun Ford Weekend Pricing
For racer pricing, visit www.racemir.com for detailed information.

Spectator tickets
Friday: Adult tickets are $5 and children 12 and under are free.
Saturday: Adults tickets are $20; youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free.
Advance tickets are available at the Memphis International Raceway Executive Offices: 5500 Victory Lane in Millington, TN.

Visit www.raceMIR.com for more information.

Memphis International Raceway on the Web
Homepage: www.racemir.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/racemir
Twitter: www.twitter.com/racemir

MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, October 14, 2011
Noon Gates open for pre-load – Overnight Parking Fee Applies
6pm – 11pm MIR Test & Tune (all makes & models)

Saturday, October 15, 2011
8am Participant / Vendor Gate Opens
8 – 11am Car & Truck Show Registration / Tech
8:30am Spectator Gates Open
10:30am Quick Ford (1/8-mile), Fast Ford (1/8-mile), True Street (1/4-mile)
11:15am Four-Door Frenzy (1/4-mile), Tough Trucks (1/4-mile), Mustang Madness (1/4-mile)
11:35am Compact (1/4-mile)
11:50am Qualifying #1 – Quick 16
12:15pm Quick Ford (1/8-mile), Fast Ford (1/8-mile), True Street (1/4-mile)
12:50pm Four-Door Frenzy (1/4-mile), Tough Trucks (1/4-mile), Mustang Madness (1/4-mile)
1:20pm Compact (1/4-mile)
1:35pm Qualifying #2 – Quick 16
2:15pm Opening Ceremonies
2:30pm Exhibition #1 – Ford Focus Jet Car
2:35pm Exhibition #2 – ¼-Mile & 1/8 Mile Pro Mod Runs
2:45pm Start of Eliminations: Quick Ford, Fast Ford and True Street
5:00pm Exhibition #3 – Ford Focus Jet Car
5:05pm Exhibition #4 – ¼-Mile & 1/8 Mile Pro Mod Runs
7:30pm Track Secure

Spectator tickets
Saturday: Adults are $20, youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free
Visit www.raceMIR.com for more information.

RACING INFORMATION & ENTRY FEES
Quick Ford (1/8-mile, Electronic) – $40 – Buy Back – $20
Fast Ford (1/8-mile, Non-Electronic) – $30 – Buy Back – $15
True Street (1/4-mile, DOT) – $20 – Buy Back – $10
Quick 16 – $60.00
Four-Door Frenzy (1/4-mile) – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Tough Trucks (1/4-mile) – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Mustang Madness (1/4-mile, Heads Up) – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Compact (1/4-mile) – $20 – Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Crew Pass – $20 Saturday Only
Extra Pit Parking Pass – $20 Saturday Only
Overnight Parking – $25 (security provided overnight)
Extra Pit Vehicle Parking Pass $20 sold only with a Crew Pass

MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
RACER PAYOUT
Quick Ford (1/8-mile, Electronic)
Winner: $1,200
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $150
1/4: $30
Entry: $40

Fast Ford (1/8-mile, Non-Electronic)
Winner: $800
Runner-Up: $300
Semi: $80
1/4: $20
Entry: $30

True Street (30 mile cruise followed by three 1/4-mile passes, DOT)
Winner: $175
Runner-Up: $60
Trophy for 3 index winners
Semi: $20
Entry: $20

Quick 16
Winner: $1,000
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $100
Entry: $60
Two qualifying session

Payout Information
All payouts on race day take place in Race Control, once payout rounds are reached.

Saturday True Street Challenge
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
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
Swap Meet Spot (10×10) – $20

Car Show Categories
One award 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

Best of Show
Track Choice
Best Wheels
Cool Factor
People’s Choice
Best Engine
Best Paint/Body

 
About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, spectate, and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

About Memphis International Raceway
Memphis International Raceway was purchased by Moroso Investment Partners, a group of real estate and corporate investors. The venue is one of the most popular raceways in the country for racers and spectators alike. As a leader in its operating form and function, MIR seeks to provide its drivers with a higher level of challenge, excellence and opportunity. The 342+ acre facility includes a quarter-mile drag strip, three-quarter mile paved oval and road course. For more information on MIR, please visit the venue’s website at www.RaceMIR.com.

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Photo Attachment:
David Douthit and the 2000 Ford Focus Wagon Jet Car

MEDIA ACCESS:
Contact Susan Pollack for media access to Memphis International Raceway via 313-434-6912 or spollack@racepbir.com.

Fun Ford Weekend at Memphis International Raceway – October 15

Fun Ford Weekend at Memphis International Raceway – October 15

MILLINGTON, TN – September 23, 2011 – Magnificent Mustangs, modern, modified and memorable make their way to Memphis International Raceway (MIR) during the final tour city of the 2011 Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons on Saturday, October 15.

The Fun Ford Weekend series polishes the Blue Oval in 2011 with a five city tour of drag races, car shows and swap meets. The national touring series draws Ford fans from all over the country to the host tracks. Sister track Palm Beach International Raceway hosted Fun Ford Weekend in September and was the best event on the tour to date.

Although Memphis is the final stop of the 2011 tour, Fun Ford Weekend celebration does have a first to celebrate – the first official major event at the recently opened Memphis International Raceway.

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 David Douthit, driver of the powerful Ford Focus Wagon ‘Focus This’ Jet Car, eighth-mile Pro Mod drivers Jerry Prater and Dwayne Watkins; as well as quarter-mile exhibition runs from local favorite Tony ‘Sandman’ Williams and Gary Sullivan.

“We’re very excited to be hosting Fun Ford Weekend in Memphis,” said Pam Kendrick, Vice President and GM, Memphis International Raceway. “We’ve assembled a knowledgeable race crew at MIR and this marks our first official event since the drag strip opened in August. There have been successful Ford events at MIR in the past, but we’re looking to make this Ford event the start of the new era at Memphis International Raceway by offering a great show for the fans and racers.”

Classic, custom and modern Fords representing all years will participate in the car show. More than 30 awards categories have been created for the car show. Entry into the car show is $30 at the gate or $25 if purchased in advance at the MIR Executive Offices. MIR 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 pay in advance.

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 MIR’s Fun Ford Weekend. Swap meet spaces (10×10) are available for $20 each. 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.racemir.com or www.funfordweekend.com.

Fun Ford Weekend Pricing
For participant pricing for the Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.racemir.com for detailed information.

Spectator tickets
Friday: Adult tickets are $5 and children 12 and under are free.
Saturday: Adults tickets are $20; youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free.
Advance tickets are available at the Memphis International Raceway Executive Offices: 5500 Victory Lane in Millington, TN.
Visit www.raceMIR.com for more information.

Memphis International Raceway on the Web
Homepage: www.racemir.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/racemir
Twitter: www.twitter.com/racemir

MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, October 14, 2011
Noon Gates open for pre-load – Overnight Parking Fee Applies
6pm – 11pm MIR Test & Tune (all makes & models)

Saturday, October 15, 2011
8am Participant / Vendor Gate Opens
8 – 11am Car & Truck Show Registration / Tech
8:30am Spectator Gates Open
10:30am Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
11:15am Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
11:35am Compact
11:50am Qualifying #1 – Quick 16
12:15pm Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
12:50pm Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
1:20pm Compact
1:35pm Qualifying #2 – Quick 16
2:15pm Opening Ceremonies
2:30pm Exhibition #1 – Ford Focus Jet Car
2:35pm Exhibition #2 – ¼-Mile & 1/8 Mile Pro Mod Runs
2:45pm Start of Eliminations: Quick Ford, Fast Ford and True Street
5:00pm Exhibition #3 – Ford Focus Jet Car
5:05pm Exhibition #4 – ¼-Mile & 1/8 Mile Pro Mod Runs
7:30pm Track Secure

Spectator tickets
Saturday: Adults are $20, youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free
Visit www.raceMIR.com for more information.

RACING INFORMATION & ENTRY FEES
Quick Ford (Electronic) – $40 – Buy Back – $20
Fast Ford (Non-Electronic) – $30 – Buy Back – $15
True Street (DOT) – $20 – Buy Back – $10
Quick 16 – $60.00
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 Saturday Only
Extra Pit Parking Pass – $20 Saturday Only
Overnight Parking – $25 (security provided overnight)
Extra Pit Vehicle Parking Pass $20 sold only with a Crew Pass

MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
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 Challenge
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
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
Swap Meet Spot (10×10) – $20
Car Show Categories
One award 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

Best of Show
Track Choice
Best Wheels
Cool Factor
People’s Choice
Best Engine
Best Paint/Body

 
About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, spectate, and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.

About Memphis International Raceway
Memphis International Raceway was purchased by Moroso Investment Partners, a group of real estate and corporate investors. The venue is one of the most popular raceways in the country for racers and spectators alike. As a leader in its operating form and function, MIR seeks to provide its drivers with a higher level of challenge, excellence and opportunity. The 342+ acre facility includes a quarter-mile drag strip, three-quarter mile paved oval and road course. For more information on MIR, please visit the venue’s website at www.RaceMIR.com.

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Fun Ford Weekend Winners at Texas Motorplex

Fun Ford Weekend Winners at Texas Motorplex

ENNIS, Texas (Oct. 9, 2011) – The second-to-last stop for the Fun Ford Weekend Series in 2011 was made this past weekend at Texas Motorplex in Ennis, Texas. The Motorplex was filled with Ford lovers from all over the area for the one-day event.

Final round results from drag racing events this weekend are as follows:

QUICK FORD- ELEC
Champion: Sean Fleming
R/U: Mike Harris

FAST FORD- NO ELEC
Champion: Doyle Hooks, Stephenville, TX
R/U: Jerry James, Plainview, TX

TRUE STREET DOT
Champion: Zac Beser, Waco, TX
R/U: Brent Yager, Plano, TX

TOUGH TRUCKS
Champion: Kerry Robinson, Midland, TX
R/U: Phillip Womack, Fort Worth, TX

Car Show Award Results for Fun Ford Weekend at Texas Motorplex
October 8, 2011

Mustang 09-Present
Brett McMatf 2012 Boss 302 Humble,TX

Mustang 05-08
Allen King, 2007 Mustang V Power, Tuttle, OK

Mustang 99-04
Ronnie Smith,2003 Mach 1,Hewitt, TX

Mustang 94-98
Ken Howell,1997 Saleen,DeSoto, TX

Mustang 87-93
Brandie Kozlovsky,1989 Mustang,Royse City, TX

Mustang 79-86
Ryan Cook,1986 SVO Mustang,Plano, TX

Mustang 64-69
Linda Kinsala,1969 Mach 1,Waxahachie, TX

Open Class
Anthony Fowler,1979 Fairmont Race Car,Terrell,TX

Pick Up Full/Mini 4WD
Mike Kelley,2003 F-350,Ft. Worth, TX

Thunderbird
Don Zanella,1988 Turbo Coupe,Joshua, TX

SUV 4WD
Sarah Vidrine,1977 Bronco Sport,Euless, TX

Fairlane
Mark Kuban,1964 Fairlane,Keller, TX

Galaxie
Billy Pope,1962 Galaxie 500,Ft. Worth, TX

Best Wheels/Driver
Lamar Johnson,2002 Roush,Flower Mound, TX

Best Paint/Body
Allen King,2007 Mustang,Tuttle, OK

Track Choice
Brandi Kozluvsky,2008 Mustang,Royse City, TX

Best Engine
Ken Hodge,1968 Mustang,Woodway, TX

Cool Factor
James Nelson Jr,2006 Saleen,Tyler, TX

Best of Show
Mark Kuban,1964 Fairlane,Keller, TX