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07-27-2008, 07:08 AM
Depends on the BMW CCA chapter, and I belong to two of them: DelVal and Genesee Valley. I also see lots of BMWs at Trackmasters. I've driven with some really well-piloted BMWs and some that were not so fast.
The first time I was at the Glen it was with DelVal--whenever I was on the track all the instructors came out to "pass the GT3." We had a nice chuckle about it at dinner. Instruction was very good, and BMW CCA still allows instructors to give rides to non-participants.
I see younger drivers with BMW, on average, and cars that are less track prepared. A modern M3 can use lots of brake and suspension changes to be really track capable, and event then it is heavy. But look out for some of the older, lightened BMWs! They are inherently more balanced in the turns and they can be quick!
What is most noticeable to me about BMW chapters and PCA regions is how friendly and welcoming the members are. It's a great hobby!
The first time I was at the Glen it was with DelVal--whenever I was on the track all the instructors came out to "pass the GT3." We had a nice chuckle about it at dinner. Instruction was very good, and BMW CCA still allows instructors to give rides to non-participants.
I see younger drivers with BMW, on average, and cars that are less track prepared. A modern M3 can use lots of brake and suspension changes to be really track capable, and event then it is heavy. But look out for some of the older, lightened BMWs! They are inherently more balanced in the turns and they can be quick!
What is most noticeable to me about BMW chapters and PCA regions is how friendly and welcoming the members are. It's a great hobby!
Chris
981 GT4
996 GT3 Cup
911 Carrera Sport Coupe
PCA Nationally Trained DE Instructor #200810247
Genesee Valley BMW CCA Instructor
981 GT4
996 GT3 Cup
911 Carrera Sport Coupe
PCA Nationally Trained DE Instructor #200810247
Genesee Valley BMW CCA Instructor