The MSA EUROCLASSIC
February 29, 2012 by msaclassics.co.uk
The MSA Euroclassic is a non-competitive, scenic tour for classic cars across Europe incorporating visits to museums, race circuits and other motoring and tourist related locations en route. Established in 1993, the event is one of the best loved annual European classic events.
2012 will be the 20th year of this iconic event, starting from Leon in Spain on 25 September (having arrived on the overnight ferry into Santander), and travelling though Northern Spain and South-Western France before culminating with two nights in the beautiful spa town of Vichy, France. Highlights of the run are anticipated to include visits to the Jarama, Albi and Charade Circuits and check points in Salamanca and at the Pic du Midi in the French Pyrenees.
As always, we have listened carefully to the feedback from participants on our previous events and are incorporating as much as possible to offer a truly spectacular route for 2012, including the return of some stunning town centre and overnight halt locations.
We are also continuing the popular format of including a rest day, which this year will give participants the opportunity to spend a full day exploring the vibrant city of Madrid.
The route contains a number of check points which are open for a specified period and are manned by experienced and dedicated event officials. There are no timings or penalties for not following the supplied route and participants are free to travel at their own pace.
Participants are supplied with a Route Book which contains tulip style directions as well as marked road maps covering the entire route.
This should be all that is needed to travel from one check point to the next, however carrying a sat-nav may be useful, and co-ordinates of check points will be provided for added peace of mind.
As the route is designed with classic cars in mind, we take into account the condition of the roads that are used, and try to avoid big cities during rush hour which we know classic cars and their owners are not fans of. We endeavour to avoid motorways where possible, although we do use short sections of motorway if we need to travel more miles on a particular day.
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We aim to supply a mix of scenic check points, such as town centres where cars can be displayed for the locals to view, motor sport and motoring related museums, and also circuits and tracks where the enthusiast has the chance to blow the cobwebs out of their hair. When visiting circuits we ensure that we have exclusive use of the track. WHO ORGANISES THE EVENT? International Motor Sports Limited (IMS) organises the MSA Euroclassic on behalf of the Royal Automobile Club Motor Sports Association Ltd (MSA), the governing body of motor sport in the UK. With over 25 years experience of event organisation, IMS is also the organiser of the Formula One British Grand Prix at Silverstone as well as the UK's round of the FIA World Rally Championship. With a portfolio of classic and veteran events starting in 1986, IMS is well placed to understand the needs of participants in both classic and modern vehicles. Our backing from the MSA allows us to gain access to motor sport venues that may not always be available to the general public. A comprehensive team of event officials, including a doctor, is on hand at all times during the event to deal with any queries or concerns that may arise. WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? The MSA Euroclassic is open to four wheel road cars, including replica cars, manufactured before 31 December 1991 ('Classic Cars'). A wide range of cars take part in the event - 2011 included a 1926 Bentley Super Sports, a number of Jaguars, MGs and Austin Healeys, as well as an AC 289. All cars are welcome, all we ask is that they have been well looked after and serviced prior to the event, and that they carry no advertising or sponsorship decals. To open the Euroclassic up to other cars whilst maintaining the spirit of the event, a limited number of entries are available to other vehicles ('Modern Cars') that do not meet the normal age requirements, at the discretion of the Organisers. Vehicles entered under this category in 2011 included a 2007 Shelby GT500 and a 2010 Aston Martin DBS. WHAT'S INCLUDED? •A fully researched route •Full route instructions in a 'tulip' style route book •Passes, car plate and rear GB car decal •Two souvenir awards •Dedicated breakdown assistance for the duration of the event •Route guidance from Santander to the Start / to Calais from the Finish, including breakdown assistance •Welcome Reception •Exclusive driving opportunities at motor sport venues •Secure parking for your car where required at overnight halts •Lunch on selected days •Transport into Madrid •Mid-event Dinner for two •A dedicated team of event officials on hand at all times •On-event medical assistance •Gala End of Event Dinner for two REASSURANCE Travelling across Europe in a classic car can seem a somewhat daunting experience. That's why we enlist the services of Brit Assist, a team of highly trained specialists who are on hand every day to deal with any mechanical emergencies. Their expertise has proved invaluable for many of our previous participants. Breakdown assistance is available from Santander to the Start and along the route to the Finish in Vichy, as well as cover for the recommended route and time schedule home from Vichy to Calais. We strongly advise you to take out your own cover in the event that you require repatriation.
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