The UK Formula Vee Championship will kick back into action on the 17th April 2021. With a reduced 2020 calendar, we now have a full calendar for the 2021 season.
Formula Vee is as popular as ever, the formula has seen fantastic growth over the years and this year is no exception with full grids expected at all events.
Formula Vee last visited the iconic Cadwell Park circuit (dubbed as the “mini Nordschleife”) back in 2017 for the 50th anniversary. James Harridge was crowned the winner of the spectacular three heat event.
Following on from James Harridge’s 2020 championship win, can he start off his title defence with a victory?
The 2020 750MC Heritage Parts Formula Vee Championship has finally got underway.
Welcome to the grid to all newcomers. It has been a long wait since Oulton Park but the first event has not disappointed.
Two amazing drives from regular driver James Harridge saw him take two victories. James managed by the end of lap one in Race 2 to move up to 6th position from starting in 17th. A noteworthy mention must be given to Ian Buxton who made him work for these race victories. Daniel Hands has changed cars for this season and in his New AHS Dominator looked extremely quick but the results sadly didn’t come his way. Peter Studer earned a great 3rd position in Race 2 and looks to be one to watch this season. Further back down the grid there were impressive drives from the drivers and especially the battle for 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th positions in Race 1.
With James winning the Class B races as well, there were highly praiseworthy performances from two newish drivers to the formula. Elliot Mason finishing 3rd & 2nd with performances he should be proud of and a drive by Richard Walsh in Race 2 giving him a fantastic 3rd place.
Race 1
James Harridge
Ian Buxton
Daniel Hands
Race 2
James Harridge
Ian Buxton
Peter Studer
Not long till the next round at Brands Hatch. Keep an eye out for the live timings for the races on the 15th August via the 750MC website.
Read more →The UK Formula Vee Championship will kick back into action on the 18th July 2020.
A revised schedule sees the 200 configuration of Norfolk’s Snetterton Circuit host the opening round.
2017 Championship Winning Formula Vee for sale.
This is the ex Jake Oliveira Storm. Championship winner in 2017, numerous pole positions, wins and fastest laps.
Only 2 outings in 2018 which yielded 3 pole positions, win and 3rd place all using year old tyres – still the car to beat.
A lot of research and attention to detail has gone into developing this car:
For the 2016 season I completely stripped and rebuilt the car around a new chassis. Numerous developments including FF1600 roll bar, improved cooling and lightened components. Distributor, switches, ignitions leads all replaced.
For 2017 the engine was upgraded by GAC to their latest works spec, undoubtedly one of the best engines on the grid. Dyno sheets are available.
For 2018 I replaced all bodywork and stripped/ rebuilt the front beam, replaced brake shoes and replaced the lightweight lithium battery.
This car is ready to win the 2019 championship in the right hands.
Price includes some spare bodywork and suspension components.
Happy to help the buyer get started with running the car or develop it further – there is still untapped potential.
Price is £10k for the car, spare bodywork, suspension arms etc an additional £500.
A covered trailer also available for £1950
email: miloudiben@hotmail.com or call 07810340363
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The 2017 Formula Vee festival is at Brands Hatch on 28/29th October. Again earlier this year so let’s make sure we fill the place with Vees and finish off the 50th Anniversary in style and with a lot of fun. More details will follow soon on the exact format but be assured this will be the usual excellent value with practice and up to 3 races: it is only £260! We’ve had some superb racing this year with smiles a plenty at the last meeting so here’s one last chance for track action, and with our luck this season it will be scorchio!
*Cars must conform fully with their current national regs including tyres! The usual prizes will be up for grabs. Get your entries in early as places are limited and you don’t want to miss this last fun and great value outing before the winter. Entry form below (click on it).
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With 6 rounds of the Championship complete and Anglesey a week away, here’s an update on the main Vee Centre competition scores. All registered drivers are now automatically members of the Vee Centre and eligible for relevant awards. A full list of the awards and how they work can be found here: http://www.veecentre.com/membership_benefits/
Jamie Harrison once again leads the Challenge closely followed by Dave Leniewski
VEE CENTRE CHALLENGE POINTS
Jamie Harrison 112
Dave Leniewski 103
John Hartin 76
Sam Engineer 69
Colin Gregory 59
James Cater 57
Andrew Cooper 45
Andy Crighton 45
Peter Cann 44
Bill Garner 42
Martin Snarey 42
Vaughn Jones 41
Ian Rea 36
Jake Hockley 33
Ross Price 33
Gavin Buckley 28
Alex Jones 27
In the Masters (for drivers over 45) Paul Taylor leads from Tim Probert and Ian Jordan:
MASTERS
POINTS
Paul Taylor 123
Tim Probert 107
Ian Jordan 92
SamEngineer 86
Steve Ough 73
Peter Cann 59
MartinSnarey 54
Bill Garner 51
AndyCrighton 49
Ian Rea 45
Pete Studer 40
Tony Mitchell 1
(If you are over 45, a registered driver, and your name isn’t on the list can you please post a comment and we’ll add you in.)
Finally in the Grid Movers Ian Jordan currently has made the most places:
GRIDMOVERS
PLACES
Ian Jordan 24
Jamie Harrison 20
Tim Probert 14
John Hartin 13
James Cater 11
Jimmy Furlong 10
Pete Studer 8
Dave Leniewski 7
Ross Price 7
Ben Miloudi 6
Craig Pollard 6
Dave Hughes 6
Mark Egan 6
We look forward to Anglesey and to a great turnout at Cadwell Park for the 50th celebrations. Remember all are welcome at Cadwell. It would be great to see many drivers past and present as well as team members joining in the Cadwell event and for more details of the final race and social programme please keep checking back here. #vwheritage
Read more →We are very pleased to announce that we have an additional sponsorship deal with VW HERITAGE this year to help fund our 2017 50th Anniversary activities. Basically VW Heritage will pay for all PR we generate for them. This needs the support of all drivers and teams but it is relatively simple to do. The money will come back to drivers and teams to support all of this year’s activities and events. The more PR we provide the more we earn.
As with other sponsorship deals all cars must carry the sponsors logo (2 stickers per car which will be available at next signing on).
VW Heritage will make a contribution for each of the following:
1). Photos in any print publication (magazine or paper)
2). Website link to VW Heritage homepage
3). Social media tag (#vwheritage added to any Vee related social media post)
4). Race Reports (submitted to VWH after each meeting).
James Cater has kindly volunteered to coordinate a monthly activity return so we can submit an invoice. Please let James know when you put up a website link, when you have got photos published in the press and when you tag anything. When you post your race photo’s, videos, comments, rants, raves, etc, please tag them. James will separately let people know the best way to contact him.
Finally, don’t forget that all 750mc members benefit from a trade discount deal with VW Heritage giving 20 to 30% off. Members should phone or email orders to George Hudson (GHudson@vwheritage.com / 01273 444 000) mentioning that you are a 750mc member (have your membership available the first time you order so they can set your account up).
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For Sale Paul Smith Formula Vee. Sold as finishing the 2016 championship winning season with 13x 1st and 1x 2nd. Multiple wins,fastest laps, pole position to many to list. Car has won 4x championship and is one of the most reliable and successful Formula Vee’s Comes with spare set of wheels and tyres. For more information CALL Paul or Steve on 07595036770
Email: Info@clearwaterplumbers.co.uk Location: Essex Price: 14,500
1990/91 Ray Formula Vee Single seater race car. Complete package.
Ready for the 2017 Season. Excellent Car built by the late Burt Ray. (Car known as Ray 2) A total of 6 Ray’s were built specific to Formula Vee.
Fresh rebuilt Bowles/Daghorn 1300cc Engine. 0 miles.
Double adjustable OMP Hans belts dated 2021 In date Fire Ex. All new rose joints.
Many new parts, Starter,coil,HT leads,Lightweight Lithium battery with 40 min charger.Lambda sensor. 8 new wheels, 4 fitted with used Hoosier’s which should last most of the season. 4 fitted with new Hoosier’s (10 laps bedding in)
Spares including: Trailing arms,steering arms,drive shafts, Nose cone mould, Side pod moulds etc etc
Single axle braked lightweight trailer included.
Great racing with the 750MC, Packed grids of 30 plus cars. 50th Annivesary year with a multirace meeting at Cadwell Park, Also 2 championship rounds on the Brands Hatch GP circuit.
Contact Anthony Mitchell, Email: mitchton46@aol.com, Phone: 07952152221
Price: Car only £6400 or complete package £7800
