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The Southern Hemisphere’s largest historic racing event, the VHRR Phillip Island Classic, is shaping up to be another spectacular event in 2024. Scheduled for March 8-10, entries are flowing in fro…
The VHRR Phillip Island Classic, the largest historic racing event in the Southern Hemisphere, is set to be a spectacular event in 2024. Taking place from March 8-10, entries are pouring in from all over Australia and New Zealand, with some impressive Formula 5000, Can-Am, and historic saloon cars already confirmed. Notably, a strong New Zealand contingent includes entries from the McLaren Group, such as Tony Roberts’ McLaren M10A 300-09, a car that won the European Championship in 1969. Grant Clearwater’s McLaren M10A 300-08, originally built for Sir Nick Williamson, will also make an appearance, along with Rob Ward’s McLaren M10A 300-03, which suffered a crash but was later restored. Additionally, Frank Karl’s McLaren M10B 400-185, originally raced by Alan McKechnie, and Toby Annabel’s McLaren M10B 400-7, personally influenced by Bruce McLaren, will be racing. Lastly, Alistair Hey’s McLaren Can-Am M8B-1, developed for the dominant 1969 Can-Am season, will be of particular interest.
