Latest News From the UK S2000 Owners Club

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 14th FEBRUARY!

Click here for full instructions and to register

Euromeet 2014 will be held near Trento (TN) Italy, where the magnificent Euromeet 2009 was (Click to see write up). Official Euromeet 2009 video is here and the old Euromeet 2009 archive is here on S2KI Forums.

Full details with the format of the event (Similar to last time!) details of accommodation (same as last time) etc. will be posted on the link above and here over the next few days.

Costs for the event will be as follows (S2KUK are handling registration and payment for all clubs so prices and payments in Euros):

PLACES ARE LIMITED!

REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON 14th February or when places are full, whichever is sooner.

Following our recent membership to the MSA, S2KUK have been approached by the Classic Marques Speed Challenge organiser to see if there is any interest from members to take up sprinting or hillclimbing with them.  It is an ideal introduction to competing and racing your S2000!

Classic Marques Speed Challenge is a series of 26 sprints and hillclimbs specifically for sports car drivers.  The championship was set up initially for classic British sports cars but these days such a high proportion of sports cars are made by International companies that this year Classic Marques opens its doors to cars made by Honda amongst many other international makes.  The Honda S2000 especially is a subtle and iconic sports car which performs well on the roads, but it has an inner strength and willing high revving engine which makes it perfect for motorsport too.

Below you will find a few questions and answers

Link to an introduction to sprinting and hill climbing (PDF document)

What does Classic Marques look like?

Please see the gallery page here: http://www.classic-marques-speed-challenge.com/#!untitled/component_9350

Why is the Classic Marques Speed Championship fair?

​Each car is given a handicap factor based on power, weight and tyres fixed until the car spec changes. The weight of the driver is also included in the handicap algorithm. The algorithm enables cars of different powers and weights to compete fairly against each other.

Who can enter Classic Marques Speed Challenge?

MSA Speed License (Min Nat B) carrying drivers of sports cars made by Alfa Romeo, Allard, Aston Martin (Pre 2000), Austin Healey, Ferrari, Gilbern,  Ginetta, Honda, Jaguar, Lotus, Marcos, Mazda, MG, Morgan, Porsche, Reliant, Renault, Sunbeam, Toyota, Triumph and TVR.

Which Clubs are invited?

Entrants must be members of one of the following MSA affiliated UK car clubs: AC Owners Club, Alfa Romeo Owners Club, Allard Owners Club, Aston Martin Owners Club, Austin Healey Club, BARC, Bentley Drivers Club, HSA, Jaguar Enthusiasts Club, SELOC, MG Car Club, Morgan Sports Car Club, Midland Auto Club, Reliant Sabre & Scimitar Owners Club, Renault Alpine Owners Club, Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger Owners Clubs, Stag Owners Club, Club Triumph, TR Register, Triumph Sports Six Club, TVRCC and UKS2000 Owners Club.

What does it cost to join?

It costs just £25 to enter Classic Marques Speed Challenge which enables access to 26 championship rounds are at the best sprint and hillclimb venues in the country (best 8 scores count towards championship score). The series regs have been published for 2014 and can be found here: www.classic-marques-speed-challenge.com

More Information - Series Organiser

Steve Cox, coxygoesvroom@blueyonder.co.uk – 07710 393601

Here is a lovely picture and message received from Nicola Sunley following the tragic death of her husband Ian Sunley in December.

Following Ian’s death in December, I wanted to personally thank all those who donated to the charities that I chose in remembrance.  I was very touched that the club did this in his honour.  The club and members were a big part of our lives for the last couple of years.  Ian was fanatical about driving and wasted no time in planning all the events he wanted to go to. So for the last couple of years, we attended many events up and down the country and thoroughly enjoyed the events and the company we found ourselves in.   Many of you know that Ian was diagnosed with heart disease in the early summer of last year, he was awaiting a triple, possibly quadruple bypass. This was hard news to take considering he had been an active and well man for many years.  This meant that he had to slow down, take medication and wait for an operation.  During this time he took things a little easier and attended all the events and weekends away that he could. He even went down to the Druids run without me – I was not up for the early start, but Ian returned smiling from ear to ear, complete with a burnt face from the sun that day (or was it from the wind, I cannot remember).

When Ian’s dad had a heart attack 10 years ago, and underwent a triple bypass in his 60^th year, Ian made a decision that we were not going to wait until we retire before we start and see the world and this is one thing that makes it a little easier to bear.  We had a wonderful life together, were blessed with three wonderful children and for the last 10 years have made an effort to enjoy life and see some of the amazing countries and sites there are to see.   I have many memories of Ian and the years we shared together.  I’m sure many of you have your own memories of him, I expect most of these include Belgium beer! Ian was a kind man who would do anything for anyone and would think nothing of going out of his way to help out.  He loved to burn the candle at both ends and enjoyed the driving and social aspects of the club.

I would like to thank all those who donated for Cancer Research, Help for Heroes and the British Heart Foundation. The club raised £637.50. I am amazed and touched by your generosity along with all the kind messages received.  I hope to meet some of you again soon. Enjoy your S2000, I know Ian did.

Nicola Sunley

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Click here for full instructions and to register

Euromeet 2014 will be held near Trento (TN) Italy, where the magnificent Euromeet 2009 was (Click to see write up). Official Euromeet 2009 video is here and the old Euromeet 2009 archive is here on S2KI Forums.

Full details with the format of the event (Similar to last time!) details of accommodation (same as last time) etc. will be posted on the link above and here over the next few days.

Costs for the event will be as follows (S2KUK are handling registration and payment for all clubs so prices and payments in Euros):

PLACES ARE LIMITED!

REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON 14th February or when places are full, whichever is sooner.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all S2KUK Members and your families.  May we wish you good health and a prosperous new year!

Have a VTEC filled time!

It is with heavy hearts, shock and sadness that we hear about the death of a dear friend from the S2000 community.

Ian Sunley tragically lost his life on Thursday afternoon.  He was a lovely man, always happy, smiling, having fun, he was a very enthusiastic member of the club and was the life and soul of the party.  It was only last weekend that many of us were blessed to have him and Nicola in our company at the annual S2KUK Christmas party.

RIP Ian, you were a true gentleman.  All our thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to Nicola, their children and the rest of Ian's family and friends at this very sad time. 

UPDATE:

Ian's funeral will take place at Sherwood Forest Crematorium, New Ollerton NG22 0DY on 27th December at 12 noon, then afterwards at White Lion Pub, West Street, Retford DN22 6ES.

The club is accepting donations towards the nominated charities; Cancer Research UK, Help for Heroes and British Heart foundation via the donation button below.

The Chancelor announced that after 93 years the paper tax disc will be axed in October 2014.

So we need some ideas as to what else we could put in the membership pack instead of the tamper proof tax disc holder.  We are also thinking about an alternative to the key rings, as some people have almost 10 of these now!

Post your ideas in the comments below!