It's me, Mark Stone. This week, I had the pleasure of attending the Vintage Montlhéry 100 event, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the renowned French circuit. Amidst the festivities, I marvelled at an impressive array of classic cars, motorcycles, and historic race series, including the Gas Shox 116 Trophy and 120 Coupe Cup.
Engaging with participants, organisers, and enthusiasts like Andy Larton, Dougal Cawley, Albert Cawley, and Marie-Catherine Ligny, I gained insight into their passion for preserving automotive history, adding a personal touch to the event.
Despite facing challenges such as a lightning strike, the enduring spirit of vintage racing shone through. Discussions surrounding the circuit's future and historical significance provided valuable insights into the cultural importance of safeguarding motorsport heritage.
00:00 Welcome to the Backseat Driver Podcast
01:23 Celebrating a Century: Vintage Montlhéry 100
03:36 An Interview with Andy Larton: Vintage Cars and Headlights
08:09 Francois van der Stratten Ponthoz on Racing Heritage
12:53 Dougal Cawley: A Vintage Car Aficionado's Adventures
17:05 Albert Cawley: Continuing the Family Legacy
20:33 Francois Boudin: Rallying with a Vauxhall VX490
25:29 Brooklands Museum Motorcycle Team at Montmorey Historic
30:20 Exploring Motorcycle and Car Events Across Europe
32:12 Vintage Monty 100: A Deep Dive with Laurens Klein
37:32 Graham Hardy's Passion for Motorbikes and Vintage Events
42:50 Mickey Hudson's Adventure in a 1927 Samson
48:01 Marie-Catherine Ligny First Vintage Montlhéry Experience
52:42 Wrapping Up Vintage Revival Montlhéry 2024
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