22-09-2022, 06:34 PM
(20-09-2022, 06:49 AM)bob46320 Wrote: Travelled 165 miles to the rally des ramparts at Angouleme, stopped over at LaRochefoucauld, a charming small town with chateau. Sunday there were the 100 year celebrations for the Austin 7 race guys where 23 entrants battled it out around the very tight circuit in the middle of town. Well done guys for getting there and taking part. Besides the race, was the static display of Classic Austin 7s in the town centre, along with every other classic mark, probably more than 100 cars on display- what a disappointment . Of the 15 Austin 7 cars that said they would be there, there was just Tony Jeans and myself - so no photo. On leaving Angouleme in the evening, we were slightly boxed in, however no problem for an Austin ! - see photo. Where were you guys ????I travelled down to Angouleme (in a modern car as I didn't have time to try it in the Austin). My first time there and I thought it was a great event. A tight circuit for some of the cars (but great for the Austins) and the overall organisation and timing seemed a bit haphazard, but very enjoyable nonetheless. A few very interesting race cars: