FF Corse: Aero Kit Launched for Ferrari 458 Challenge

...23/01/2012

Carbon Aero-Kit eligible for Ferrari Open, GT Cup, Britcar & British GT

FF Corse have released their 2012 carbon GTC Aero Kit for the Ferrari 458 Challenge and are now taking orders for the kits for forthcoming race season.

The kit, developed during last season, has been designed in-house by FF Corse and builds upon the knowledge gained from developing the race winning Ferrari 430 GTC aero kits.

The update kits are eligible for UK Ferrari Open, GT Cup, Britcar & British GT Championships amongst others.

The aero kit helps make the car considerably more stable and easier to drive closer to the limit than the standard Ferrari 458 Challenge. The grip on the front and rear, along with the overall balance of the car, has been significantly improved. As a direct result the lap times have also been dramatically improved over the standard car.

During testing on the Silverstone National (1.6 miles) circuit the FF Corse run car of Gary Eastwood, using old tyres and standard dampers, lapped over 1 second per lap quicker than previous qualifying times. This is expected to equate to a 2-3 sec. per lap difference on the longer circuits and when fitted with FF Corse race dampers further improvements are expected.

The kit costs £11,979+VAT in carbon, excluding painting and fitting. FF Corse members qualify for a 10% discount on supply of the kit. Additional options include the supply of FF Corse developed adjustable dampers and race suspension.

For further information on the GTC aero kit and options please contact Ilan Manor, Telephone 01327 857601, or email imanor@ffcorse.com

 

Pole position for 2012 Dubai 24hr race

...16/01/2012

FF Corse supported Ferrari 458 GT3 takes pole position and leads race

The FF Corse supported Ferrari 458 GT3 driving team of Rob Barff, Leon Price, Jordan Grogor and Charlie Hollings, took pole position for last weekend's grueling Dubai 24hr race, ahead of grid of 73 starting entries.

The race marked the International debut in a 24hr race for the FF Corse team. And a qualifying lap time of 2:02.092, set by Rob Barff in the second session, was good enough to take pole position and lead the race against a grid of very strong and Internationally renowned competition.

As the car headed into darkness the team looked very well placed to secure a great result.

Unfortunately disaster struck 5hrs in and after 142 laps.

Following a collision whilst lapping a slower car, the gearbox internals and a driveshaft became damaged.

The result of which left the car with no drive to the rear wheels. The #12 car was out and the dream of a debut victory was in tatters.

FF Corse: Pre-season Lunch: February 26th, 2012

...02/12/2011

Pre-season lunch at the BRDC

In a change from the original plan, the exclusive BRDC Clubhouse at Silverstone has now been chosen to host the 2011 FF Corse pre-season launch event.

The FF Corse members private dining lunch will take place at the exclusive venue on Sunday February 26th, 2011.

It is hoped as many FF Corse members will be able to attend and make the event a truly fabulous and social affair.

Partners and guests are very welcome and the lunch is complimentary to all members and a guest, additional places may be purcahsed on request. The lunch will also see the launch of the latest photo yearbook. We hope to see as many of you as possible.

Members and guests planning to attend the lunch should contact Anthony Cheshire, or Andy O'Dowd to reserve their places. Telephone 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com

 

FF Corse: 2012 Track-Days Announced

...02/12/2011

Good Variety of UK and overseas circuits

FF Corse will again be running our own FF Corse days, as well as providing support at a range of non-exclusive events with the Ferrari Owners Club, Gold Track, RMA and Silverstone track-days.

The first track event will be an exclusive overseas track hire for a limited number of cars, taking place at Spain's F1 test circuit in Jerez on March 8th & 9th.

Dates to look out for include the FF Corse Race-Ready Intensive race licence course, which takes place at Silverstone on 18th & 19th March. The MSA racing licence course, run in conjunction with Silverstone, offers an in-depth insight into racing and includes an overnight stay at Whittlebury Hall and a car-control course.

The exclusive FF Corse event at Goodwood is being held on June 12th. With an open pit-lane and limited number of cars, the event offers plenty of track time for members and their guests. The event is combined with an option for a members social dinner and accommodation the night before the event at The Goodwood Park Hotel.

The Le Mans Bugatti Circuit is new to the Calendar (August 18th & 19th) and is a chance to drive on part of the famous Sportscar racing circuit. There are also numerous events held at Silverstone and other UK circuits and a visit to Spa in May.

To book any track-day events please contact Anthony Cheshire or Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com

2012 Track-day Calendar >

FF Corse: 2012 Track-Days Announced

...02/12/2011

Good Variety of UK and overseas circuits

FF Corse drivers achieved 14 class and overall race wins from 87 race starts in 2011, taking the team's tally to 34 wins from 215 starts since the inception of FF Corse at the beginning of 2009, all achieved with 13 different drivers.

2012 is set to be another exciting season as FF Corse drivers continue their battles throughout the UK and Europe in the one-make Ferrari Open and the Ferrari Challenge - Europe, along with multi-marque racing in GT Cup, Britcar, British GT and V dev V.

New for 2012 FF Corse will be entering a multi-car team in the Ferrari 458 Challenge - European Series.

For further information in the race programmes please contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601 or email acheshire@ffcorse.com

2012 racing calendar >

Injured Soldiers Charity Event

...10/11/2011

Charity Rides at Brands Hatch with FF Corse & Matt Neal

FF Corse supported the Injured Soldiers Charity Event at Brands Hatch last week. The event is organised by Gary Eastwood and supported by many of his friends and colleagues.

Four FF Corse cars and drivers (Gary Eastwood, Robert Macfarlane, Mark McAllister, Cliff Fox/Paul McNeilly) joined numerous other cars on hand to take injured soldiers, many of whom have just returned from Iraq and Afghanistan, for fast rides around the Brands Hatch Indy circuit. The event was a great success and FF Corse has received great feedback from the supported charities, The Not Forgotten Association and The Royal Marines Charitable Trust Fund.

2011 British Touring Car Champion Matt Neal also joined FF Corse for the day and took the opportunity to take passengers for rides in Gary Eastwood's Ferrari 458 Challenge

Ferrari 458 Challenge GTC Aero kit

...25/10/2011

First Test for Ferrari 458 Challenge 2012 Aero Kit

FF Corse & regular driver Gary Eastwood had a successful test session at Silverstone last Friday with the new 2012 aero kit. The team ran a standard Ferrari 458 Challenge, fitted with the new GTC aero kit for the first time and immediately lapped the National circuit in a time faster than the Pole Position time set at the Ferrari Open race meeting the previous month.

Photos courtesy of Peter Brown Photography

The debut outing for the car was even more remarkable in that the time was set using 60 lap old tyres and in a general testing conditions. Further testing is set to be undertaken on additional suspension and brake modifications and the update kits will be available for FF Corse members for racing and track-days next year. Further details are available upon request.

Sir Stirling Moss at Silverstone

Motor Racing Legend Sir Stirling Moss took part alongside FF Corse drivers in a track-day held in the new Silverstone pit-complex last Sunday. Sir Stirling was there to give a charity ride in conjunction with Ferrari 458 Challenge driver, David Mason. The event was a great success and the lucky auction prize winners had a fantastic day.

Ferrari 430 Challenge GTC: Amalgam models

Amalgam models have delivered the first of their commissioned FF Corse spec Ferrari F430 Challenge cars. The cars have been well received by the FF Corse drivers and the level of detail of each model has been exceptional.

For further information and bookings, please contact Anthony Cheshire or Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com .

3rd Place in GT Cup Championship & 2012 Launch Dates

...19/10/2011

FF Corse driver Rupert Martin secures 3rd place in GT Cup Championship

Following a string of successful race results at Spa-Francorchamps and Snetterton this month, FF Corse driver Rupert Martin finished an excellent 3rd in Group 1 of the GT Cup Championship.

The result left Rupert overjoyed at a podium Championship position, in what is only his second full season of racing. Rupert plans to move up with FF Corse next year and enter a Dextra Lighting liveried, Ferrari 458 into the one-make Ferrari European Challenge……more information to follow shortly.

2012 Pre-season overseas dates (March 8th & 9th , 2012)

FF Corse have 2 days held at Jerez (Spain) for a semi-exclusive event on March 8th & 9th, 2012. The track will be open for approximately 15 cars and packages can include full FF Corse support, flights, transfers and accommodation at the 5 star, Montecastillo Hotel (located next to the circuit).

Injured soldiers Brands Hatch charity event (Nov 3rd) & GP track-day (Nov 2nd)

Brands Hatch will provide the back-drop to a double event at the beginning of November with a track-day on the GP circuit on November 2nd and the Charity event for injured soldiers, organised by Gary Eastwood, on November 3rd

Places are available on both days and on November 3rd the track fee is free, with drivers providing rides throughout the day for the soldiers and raising money for the Not Forgotten Association and the The Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity.

For further information and bookings, please contact Anthony Cheshire or Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com .

FF Corse launch Ferrari 458 Challenge GTC at Silverstone

...20/09/2011

Ferrari 458 Challenge GTC Aero Kit

FF Corse chose the final Ferrari Open race of 2011 at Silverstone last weekend to launch the new Ferrari 458 Challenge carbon-fibre GTC aero pack.

The car was well received and drew a lot of attention all weekend. The team will begin testing the FF Corse updates in the next few weeks and kits will be available before the end of the year. The modified car includes a replacement carbon-fibre front bumper and height-adjustable full length splitter. The rear wing is also carbon fibre with a chassis mounted swan-neck support pillars.

Race Report: Silverstone - 17 th & 18 th September (Ferrari Open)

FF Corse fielded 6 drivers at Silverstone in the final round of the 2011 Ferrari Open and scored 6 overall and class podiums in the 2 races.

Gary Eastwood (#24) was debuting in his new Ferrari 458 Challenge and was immediately on the pace and recorded second overall in both races.

Toby Tarrant-Willis (#38) also finished on the podium in both races with third overall, winning the F430 Challenge class on both occasions.

Rupert Martin (#49) headed a fantastic 5-way battle in the first race which saw him finish 0.3 seconds clear of FF Corse team-mate Ian Hartley (#17), who himself finished 2nd in the F430 Challenge class. Jacques Duyver (#21) was making a stunning race debut in his Ferrari F430 Challenge and finished amongst the battle in 4th position in Class, only 1.4 second behind Ian Hartley.

Jacques debut race weekend was to improve further with an incredible 4th overall in second qualifying, setting up an excellent race which saw him record a podium finish with 2nd in Class. Mark McAllister (#47) was also making his Ferrari F458 Challenge debut and steadily improved throughout the weekend to record his best result in race two of 5th in class, narrowly losing out in an excellent scrap with Rupert Martin.

Roll on the 2012 Ferrari Open….

Photo Credits:

- www.pistonpics.com/group15632.html Images are available for viewing and purchase. - Nicole Roscoe

For further information, please contact Anthony Cheshire or Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com .

FF Corse RaceTeam Hospitality: Ferrari Open - cont....

...15/09/2011

FF Corse Team Hospitality: Ferrari Open – Silverstone (Sunday 18 th September).

The final two races of the Ferrari Open Series are being held at Silverstone this weekend with the final round taking place on Sunday.

The drivers best lap in the 20 minute morning qualifying sessions will determine their grid positions for the afternoon races. The races are 30 minute races with rolling starts and open to a variety of Ferrari GT race cars. The race is split into different classes with FF Corse fielding 6 cars in the race : three drivers in the new 2011 specification Ferrari 458 Challenge cars and three in Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC cars.

Corporate Hospitality with FF Corse will be provided by Stones Events throughout the day on Sunday.

The hospitality is free all day to members, guests and associates. FF Corse members requiring complimentary tickets should please email Andy O'Dowd on aodowd@ffcorse.com , alternatively call Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079 on the day.

Hospitality Programme

10h30 Espresso Bar Opens 10h30 – 12h30 Breakfast Pastries 13h30 – 15h00 Bowl Food

Ferrari Open Racing

10h05 - 10h25: Qualifying (20 mins) 14h55 - 15h25: Race 2 (30 mins)

FF Corse will be fielding four of the Ferrari F430 Challenge and a Ferrari 458 Challenge for Gary Eastwood, Toby Tarrant-Willis, Jacques Duyver, Ian Hartley and Rupert Martin

To arrange complimentary entry and hospitality please contact Andy O'Dowd on aodowd@ffcorse.com or telephone 0845 6535798 to pre-order tickets.

Ferrari Open (Snetterton)

...15/09/2011

Race Report: Ferrari Open (Snetterton)- September 10th & 11th , 2011

With four cars racing at Snetterton in the Ferrari Open Series last weekend, it has been a busy few weeks for the FF Corse team.

Having narrowly missed out on overall race victory in both races, Gary Eastwood finished second overall and recorded class wins in both races.

Leon Price also recorded a good result in race one, finishing 3rd overall and 2nd in the Ferrari F430 Challenge class behind Gary.

Rupert Martin was making his debut in the Ferrari open with his newly acquired Ferrari 458 Challenge. Having taken it steady in his new car during testing, Rupert settled in to take a pair of class podium finishes in the races.

Mark McAllister was perhaps the most improved driver of the weekend having improved his lap time to be within 0.7 seconds of the race winning 458 Challenge at the end of race 2 and record a 5th overall and 2nd in class.

Perhaps the most interesting development to come out of the weekend was Gary and Mark acquiring Ferrari 458 Challenge race cars (to replace their F430 Challenge cars) – both of whom will be out racing in their new steeds at this weekend's Ferrari Open finale.

Images from the Snetterton Ferrari Open race are available for viewing and purchase on http://www.amateursportsstars.com/gallery_447494.html

FF Corse RaceTeam Hospitality: Ferrari Open

...10/09/2011

FF Corse Team Hospitality: Ferrari Open – Silverstone (Sunday 18th September).

FF Corse are providing race-team hospitality at Silverstone for the final Ferrari race meeting of the year. The race meeting takes place next weekend with hospitality being on Sunday18th . Complimentary tickets and hospitality are available to FF Corse members, guests and friends.

FF Corse will be fielding four of the Ferrari F430 Challenge and a Ferrari 458 Challenge for Gary Eastwood, Toby Tarrant-Willis, Jacques Duyver, Ian Hartley and Rupert Martin

To arrange complimentary entry and hospitality please contact Andy O'Dowd on aodowd@ffcorse.com or telephone 0845 6535798 to pre-order tickets.

FF Corse Team remain undefeated in GT Trophy

...28/08/2011

Victory at final GT Trophy race

The FF Corse driver pairing of Rob Barff and Leon Price snatched victory at Brands Hatch last weekend to remain undefeated the whole year in the GT Trophy series. The duo shared the Leon's Ferrari 458 GT3 to record their fourth victory from four starts, maintaining their 100% record this season.

The race was made all the more dramatic when the #88 car dropped off the lead lap with two unscheduled pit stops; first for a leaking fuel valve and the second for a puncture. The fight back by Rob Barf enabled the car to regain the lead position with 40 minutes remaining and maintain the lead until the chequered flag.

The father and son combination of Rupert & Alex Martin also recorded another successful result to finish second in class in the 3-hour endurance race in their Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC. Mark McAllister teamed up with professional driver Charlie Hollings, although unfortunately the pairing was delayed with a gearbox issue which required a lengthy pit stop and forced them to drop away from their initial early lead in class.

Cliff Fox/Paul McNeilly/Jamie Stanley were due to become the first FF Corse driver's to start a race for the team with a Ferrari 458 Challenge. However and despite setting a succession of quick laps in testing on Friday the trio were forced to withdraw after an incident at Surtees resulted in damage to the rear crash structure of the car.

The next races coming up are as follows:-

August 29th : Castle Combe (Ferrari Open)

September 10th & 11th : Snetterton (Ferrari Open)

September 17th & 18th : Silverstone (Ferrari Open)

October 1st & 2nd : Spa (GT Cup)

October 15th & 16th : Snetterton (GT Cup)

For further information, please contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com .

New Track-Day Dates

...17/08/2011

New Track-Day Dates

FF Corse have extended their track-day programme and added a number of additional dates to the events calendar between now and the end of the season. This includes a “noisy" day at Donington on September 6th (a chance to run the Ferrari 458 Challenge cars on the un-silenced race exhausts ) and a two day visit to the fantastic Spa-Franchorchamps circuit on October 10th & 11th .

We are also taking part in a Charity Day at Brands Hatch on November 3rd . The event is in aid of armed-forces personnel injured in Iraq with drivers providing passenger rides to injured soldiers on the day. The track-fee is free and FF Corse will donate a percentage of the technical support fees to the charity. The event is organised by FF Corse member Gary Eastwood and anyone wishing to participate will be welcome.

2011 Upcoming Track-Days

August 23rd & 24th : Dijon (FRA) August 30th : Silverstone GP – NEW DATE September 6th : Donington – NEW DATE September 20th : Donington October 10th & 11th : Spa (BEL) – NEW DATE October 13th : Silverstone GP October 23rd : Silverstone GP – NEW DATE November 3rd : Brands Hatch (Indy) – NEW DATE November 14th : Silverstone GP

Silverstone (International) – August 17th

FF Corse drivers participated in their first track-day yesterday using the new Silverstone Pit Complex. The Silverstone International circuit was the host venue for the day and the event operated from the new Grand Prix pits. Five drivers took part in the day using two new Ferrari 458 Challenge cars and three F430 Challenge cars.

Despite the weather looking like it was going to be a problem it stayed dry throughout the day to enable plenty of laps.

For further information, please contact Anthony Cheshire or Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601, or email events@ffcorse.com .

Ferrari 458 Challenge - 2012 Racing Plans

...26/07/2011

Dubai 24hr - FF Corse Ferrari 458 Challenge

Since the inception and the first running 7 years ago, the Dubai 24hr race has seen a huge increase in popularity and importance for teams and drivers alike. As part of the plans for 2012, FF Corse have committed to take part in their first 24hr race with a Ferrari 458 GT3 entered for Leon Price and Rob Barff. Alongside this entry, FF Corse is also offering an opportunity for drivers to race a modified Ferrari 458 Challenge.

The team of drivers are required to have an International race licence for the event and the race team package on offer will include flights and hotel accommodation, along with full race team support throughout the event.

The 2012 race meeting takes place at the Dubai Autodrome from January 12-14th and the Ferrari 458 Challenge will be modified by FF Corse to a GT Cup specification for the 24 endurance race.

For further details on participation contact Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079, or email acheshire@ffcorse.com .

Ferrari 458 Challenge – 2012 European Challenge Plans

FF Corse is looking set to enter a UK driver's team in next year's one-make European Ferrari Challenge Series. The factory organised Championship takes place over 7 race weekends, at prestigious circuit venues in Europe. This 2011 Championship has already featured a support race for the Le Mans 24hr race as well as further race meetings at Monza, Valencia, Spa and Portimao, next year is set to feature more of the same.

The team plans to run a multi-car operation and provide full technical and race support for the meetings. The European televised races feature a general format of 2 races over the weekend, combined with official-practice and qualifying sessions, providing drivers with plenty of track time and action.

The races also feature a class structure for professional and semi-professional drivers (Pirelli Trofeo) and another class for amateur drivers (Coppa Shell)

For further information on particpation in either the Dubai 24hr race and the Ferrari European Challenge, please contact Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079, or email acheshire@ffcorse.com .

GT Trophy: Overall & Class Victories at Oulton Park (July 1st & 2nd )

...07/07/2011

GT Trophy: Overall & Class Victories at Oulton Park (July 1st & 2nd )

FF Corse drivers celebrate on the podium

FF Corse celebrated with 6 drivers on the podium at the Oulton Park GT Trophy race after the two-driver combined two-hour race. Leon Price and pro-driver Rob Barff led the celebrations with overall and class victory in the Ferrari 458 GT3 continuing their unbeaten run in the GT Trophy series. Gary Eastwood and Ian Hartley followed with Class victory in their Ferrari 430 Challenge GTC with Richard Bramham & Phil Andrews backing up the result and coming home third in the same class.

6 FF Corse drivers celebrate on the podium

Despite winning their class, Gary Eastwood and Ian Hartley did not have everything their own way as Rupert & Alex Martin qualified their similar FF Corse F430 Challenge on class pole position, just behind the overall pole position of Leon & Rob. Unfortunately for the father and son pairing an accident in the first race, whilst leading the class, meant they car were unable to start the second part of the race.

The next round of the GT Trophy is a 3-hour race at Brands Hatch on the grand prix circuit on August 21st , FF Corse members are welcome as always and passes will be available.

GT Cup: Snetterton (June 25th & 26th )

GT Cup: Snetterton (June 25th & 26th )

FF Corse entered the GT Cup race at Snetterton with four Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC cars over the blistering hot weekend of June 25th & 26th . The weekend resulted in Gary Eastwood taking front row starts in both races and despite a DNF in race one, was extremely unlucky not to win race two, after taking the lead before the race was stopped and losing the victory on the one-lap count back rule. Regular GT Open driver Peter Bamford was having his first run in a Ferrari F430 and took a solid 3rd place podium position in both races.

Leon Price became the innocent party in a first corner accident in race one and fought back in race two to finish in 4th position.

Rupert Martin had a difficult qualifying session and duly set about making amends in the races with a charge through the field, this included gaining ten positions in the first lap of race one and subsequently finishing 5th and 6th in the two races.

FF Corse at Goodwood (June 21st )

FF Corse at Goodwood (June 21st )

FF Corse visited Goodwood for the annual club day with members using their Ferrari Challenge cars around the historic 2.4 mile motor circuit. The day included a great mixture Challenge cars, including two Ferrari 458 Challenge cars, four Ferrari F430 Challenge cars and a Ferrari 360 Challenge.

Amalgam models were guests on the day. And along with a fantastic display of display of Ferrari 1:8 model cars they launched a programme to enable FF Corse clients the opportunity to commission models of their Ferrari Challenge car models, complete with the FF Corse GT Cup modifications and personalised driver livery.

Upcoming Track Dates

A couple of new dates have been added to the diary, one at Brands Hatch on the GP circuit, on August 2 nd and 2 days at Spa-Franchorchamps on October 10th & 11th .

The scheduled dates from now until the end of the season are as follows:-

July 12th : Brands Hatch (Ferrari OC)

August 2nd : Brands Hatch

August 16th : Silverstone International

August 23rd & 24th : Dijon

September 20th : Donington (Ferrari OC)

October 10th & 11th : Spa-Franchorchamps

October 13th : Silverstone GP

October 23rd : Silverstone International

2nd Place Finish at Brands Hatch: GT Cup

...10/06/2011

2nd Place Finish at Brands Hatch: GT Cup

FF Corse driver Gary Eastwood made a fantastic return to the GT Cup podium after being forced to miss the Oulton Park round due to illness.

Having suffered from handling problems and a trip to the gravel in qualifying leaving, Gary started both races from 8th place on the grid. Despite this set-back the FF Corse driver staged an effective fightback in the races to finish second on the road in both races. Unfortunately the fightback was a bit too effective and he was penalised 20 seconds for a yellow flag infringement in the first race, but made up for it by repeating the second place finish in a rain soaked second race, this time with no penalty.

Rupert Martin was visiting the Brands Hatch GP for the first time and conditions in both races could not have been more difficult for the Dextra sponsored car. Despite this and a couple of spins in the races, Rupert improved steadily throughout the weekend, accumulating enough Championship points along the way to take him to 101 points in the Championship table.

Brands Hatch: Ferrari 458 Challenge Cars

...10/06/2011

Brands Hatch: Ferrari 458 Challenge Cars

FF Corse visited Brands Hatch again on Wednesday with two brand new and beautiful 458 Challenge cars. The two cars, with consecutive chassis numbers and both finished in Rosso Scuderia, looked fantastic on the GP Circuit and performed superbly in tricky weather conditions. The cars were joined by a black 430 Challenge car with the GT Cup aero updates and were the pride of the pitlane.

The next track day outing is at next week on the new Snetterton 300 circuit (June 15th ) followed by the exclusive FF Corse event at Goodwood on June 21st

Car Control Master Class – June 23rd

...10/06/2011

Car Control Master Class – June 23 rd

FF Corse is running another Car Control Master Class with the popular Caterham at Silverstone on August 23rd .

The activity will be run by FF Corse driver coach Charlie Hollings and will look to work on the following areas:-

• Understanding the importance of weight distribution (and its effect on a cars handling)

• Sense of recognition

• Speed and style of recognition

• Confidence in controlling high-speed oversteer situations

• Speed and style of counter-reaction

• Consistency of car control

• The importance of vision

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

Ferrari Open Race : Gary Eastwood records FF Corse's 25th win

...02/06/2011

Ferrari Open Race : Gary Eastwood records FF Corse's 25th win

Gary Eastwood recorded a quarter-century of race wins for FF Corse with two class wins and overall race win at the Ferrari Open race at Donington Park last weekend. Gary could only manage 3rd in a damp qualifying for the first race and raced hard to finish 1st in class and second overall with fastest race lap. In the second race he made amends in qualifying with a stunning Pole position lap. In the race he secured the overall race victory, after a desperately close fought battle for the lead.

Gary Eastwood charging

The race meeting was Gary's first appearance in the series this year, fellow FF Corse member Nick Knight was making an excellent race debut and having qualified an excellent 5th in the hotly contested C3 class, he raced to finish one better in 4th position.

Nick Knight's & car before race debut

Richard Bramham was hot on the heels of Nick and spent the weekend improving with every session, recording good results in only his second and third race finish . On Saturday he qualified just behind Nick for the first race, improving in the race by one place to finish 5th in Class C3. Richard qualified an improved 4th in Class for the second race and having briefly managed to get ahead of some of the more powerful class C4 cars, finished the race in 4th position (7th overall).

Richard Bramham prepares

FF Corse Members Track Day - Goodwood: June 21st , 2011

...02/06/2011

FF Corse Members Track Day - Goodwood: June 21 st , 2011

The FF Corse track day takes place at Goodwood on June 21 st . The exclusive FF Corse event takes place on the historic 2.4mile West Sussex racing circuit and has now become a regular in the calendar. Accommodation can be arranged as part of the package and an informal Club dinner is being held at the hotel the night before.

All members and their guests are welcome to attend and we look forward to seeing you there. Places are still available and for further information please contact Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601 or email aodowd@ffcorse.com .

GT Cup podiums at Oulton Park & New Performance Parts

...19/05/2011

Two Podiums for FF Corse at Oulton Park

FF Corse driver Toby Tarrant-Willis finished both GT Cup races at Oulton Park on the podium at the weekend. The result is Toby's first podium finish in the Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC and comes after suffering a puncture at Silverstone whilst running in second place.

FF Corse team mate Rupert Martin also had successful races having lost out in qualifying to a shortened session. He achieved his best result in race two, finishing 9 th overall from a starting position of 15th on the grid. Leon Price & Gary Eastwood suffered a more frustrating weekend. Gary was struck down by illness and was unable to attend the race meeting altogether. Leon meanwhile showed very well in testing on Friday, but unfortunately his car was damaged heavily in a qualifying accident on Saturday morning and he was unable to take the start for either races. FF Corse now faces a battle to get the car ready for the next GT round at Brands Hatch on June 4th & 5th.

Ferrari Owners Club: Oulton Park -May 10th

FF Corse made another visit to Oulton Park with the Ferrari Owners Club track day prior to the GT Cup event the same week. A numbers of FF Corse drivers were in attendance, including Rupert martin who took the opportunity to get some extra testing before the race meeting.

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

New FF Corse Performance Products

...19/05/2011

New FF Corse Performance Products

FF Corse is constantly looking to develop and improve the performance on the cars and in line with this there is a new release of performance parts for the Ferrari 430 & 458 Challenge.

Ferrari F430 Challenge: Carbon-Fibre Front Aero dive-planes

The front dive planes have been developed in accordance with GT Cup and Ferrari Open regulations. The update parts affix directly onto the bumper and provide additional aerodynamic front grip on mid-high speed corners of the Ferrari F430 Challenge. We are having an initial batch of sets built and additional sets will be built to order.

£610.00 pair +VAT (10% discount available to FF Corse members)

Ferrari 458 Challenge: Twin Exhaust Silencer (under 105db)

We now have an option for a repackable twin exhaust silencer system for the Ferrari 458 Challenge. The system is capable of running safely under 105db on track-days and race meetings and is a direct replacement for the standard Challenge exhaust system.

£3317.00+VAT (10% discount available to FF Corse members)

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

Two Circuits - Two Wins - One Bank Holiday Weekend

...03/05/2011

Silverstone Ferrari Open

FF Corse had a very successful weekend culminating in a Class win at Silverstone in the Ferrari Open Series and a debut victory for the new Ferrari 458 GT3 at Snetterton.

The FF Corse pit garage

The Ferrari Open series took place on Saturday at Silverstone in bright sunny conditions and with FF Corse entries for Richard Bramham, Robert Macfarlane, Cliff Fox and Leon Price.

FF Corse drivers looking relaxed

Leon qualified on pole position for the class, ahead of some of the newer, more powerful Ferrari 458 Challenge cars. In the race he battled hard with the 458 Challenge cars and eventually finished second overall, winning the class. Cliff Fox was the next FF Corse driver home, having driven a drama free race in his Ferrari 430 GT3. Richard Bramham made an excellent race debut in his Ferrari F430 and also battled with the 458 Challenge cars before a mid-race spin lost him some time and places. Last-time-out winner Robert Macfarlane drove very well to record another class podium with second overall in the 360 Challenge class.

Robert Macfarlane's Ferrari 360 Challenge

The next Ferrari Open Series race takes place later this month at Donington on May 28th & 29th.

Debut Win For Ferrari 458 GT3

FF Corse drivers cross the finish line in formation

Leon price rounded of an excellent bank holiday weekend with his second win, this time driving the brand new Ferrari 458 GT3 in the GT Trophy race at Snetterton.

Happy drivers on the podium

Furthermore the Leon Price/Rob Barff entry was followed home in the 2 hour combined race by Paul McNeilly and Jamie Stanley in the older Ferrari 430 GT3 to record a historic 1st & 2nd overall for the FF Corse team and the drivers even managed to cross the line at the end of the race in a "Le Mans" style formation finish.

Ferrari Motorsport Paintings

FF Corse have been offered two original Dexter Brown Ferrari 512 original paintings. The paintings by renowned motorsport artist Dexter Brown are executed in gouache on board and both signed by the artist.

The # 16 Ferrari 512 is the David Piper entered car for the 1971 Le mans 24 hour race and driven by Chris Craft and David Weir to 4th.place overall.

The image size is 30cm x 21cm and it will be supplied framed. The overall framed item will be approximately 46cm x 37cm. The price is £2450.00

The # 6 Ferrari is the 1971 Scuderia Fillipinetti entered machine driven by Corrado Manfredini and Giancarlo Gagliardi which unfortunately failed to finish. The sister, # 7 machine was driven by Mike Parkes and Henri Pescarolo but also failed to finish. The image size is very similar to the above as will be final framed size. The price is £2750.00, or £4,950.00 for the pair

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

Ferrari 458 Italia GT3

...21/04/2011

FF Corse take delivery of Ferrari 458 Italia GT3 at Monza

FF Corse took delivery at Monza yesterday of the new Ferrari 458 Italia GT3. The car, driven by Leon Price and Rob Barff, is scheduled to make its debut in the GT Trophy race at Snetterton next week (May 2nd).

FF Corse technicians have spent the last few days finishing the preparation and build of the car in Italy at Michelotto as well as undergoing a technical training programme. After an initial installation by ex-F1 driver and factory Ferrari driver Gianmaria Bruni, the stunning new car completed a successful shakedown test around the famous Italian circuit.

The limited edition FIA homologated car has been designed and built by the factory Ferrari tuners, Michelotto. Features include revised carbon fibre bodywork and suspension, as well as front and rear aero and it is also fitted with a racing sequential gearbox and pneumatic paddle shift.

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

FF Corse drivers record double podium at Silverstone

...14/04/2011

GT Cup: Silverstone - April 16th & 17th

FF Corse finished on the podium in both races of the GT cup at the weekend with Gary Eastwood finishing an excellent 2nd in race one and Leon Price taking a strong 3rd position in race two.

The unluckiest driver was Toby Tarrant-Willis, who was making his Ferrari race debut with FF Corse. Despite an excellent qualifying position and running as high as 2nd place in race two, Toby failed to finish either race due to an unavoidable collision in race one and a puncture whilst looking good for a strong podium in race.

Rupert Martin in the newly resplendent Yellow Dextra colours ran well all weekend and with improving lap times looked good for a strong result in race two before being spun round by a competitor, dropping him down the order.

The next race GT Cup race is at Oulton Park on May 14th.

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

GT Cup Opener – Silverstone: April 16th & 17th

...14/04/2011

GT Cup

The first round of the 2011 GT Cup Championship takes place this weekend at Silverstone on the new Grand Prix circuit and FF Corse hope to start the year as it finished 2010 - ahead of the field.

FF Corse is hoping for success with their team of 4 drivers in the modified Ferrari F430 Challenge cars. Practice and qualifying takes place on Saturday with 2x 25 minute races on Sunday. FF Corse members and guests are, as always, welcome to attend and visit the FF Corse pit garage.

Saturday 16th April: 09h35 – 09h55: Practice 1 15h30 – 15h50: Practice 2 17h10 – 17h30: Qualifying

Sunday 18th April: 11h50 – 12h15: Race 1 16h35 – 17h00: Race 2

Drivers (#8) Gary Eastwood (#28) Toby Tarrant-Willis (#49) Rupert Martin (#88) Leon Price

For further information and details on events please contact Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079, or email acheshire@ffcorse.com

Ferrari Owners Club: Silverstone – April 11 th

FF Corse again made a big impact at the annual Ferrari Owners track-day at Silverstone, running a total of 6 cars on the day for members. The cars included five Challenge cars and Russ Nathan in his stunning new Ferrari 458 Italia. After lunch the delivery of a stunning new 458 Challenge created a great deal of interest within the FF Corse pit garage.

Donington Park– April 12th

The following day after Silverstone FF Corse drivers were again back on-track, this time at Donington Park for a track-day. FF Corse had four different Ferrari cars at the event including the first time out for 4 years for a Ferrari 355 Challenge and rare outing for a Ferrari F40.

Ferrari 355 Challenge in action

Ferrari F430 Challenge & Ferrari F40 in the pits

Upcoming Track-Day Events

Silverstone: April 18 th Oulton Park (Ferrari Owners): May 10th Silverstone: May 30 th Snetterton: June 15 th Goodwood: June 21 st – FF Corse exclusive Spa-Franchorchamps: June 28 th & 29 th

For further information or to book any of the events please email aodowd@ffcorse.com or contact Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601.

Ferrari 458 Challenge Hits The Track

...04/04/2011

Successful debut for Ferrari 458 Challenge car

FF Corse ran the new Ferrari 458 Challenge at Oulton Park for the first time on Tuesday. The car, which was running alongside a F430 Challenge was an instant hit and drew lots of admiring attention from up and down the pit lane.

The latest one-make series spec car from Ferrari was described by the owner as a fantastic car and a considerable step forward from the Ferrari F430 Challenge. The car is considerably more advanced than the previous Challenge model and comes with a multi-stage traction control system - for dry and wet settings, as well as air-conditioning as standard.

The 4.5L V8 car produces 562 BHP and is fitted with a Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) gearbox producing a smooth and seamless gearchange.

FF Corse technicians have recently undertaken a full technical training programme for the Ferrari 458 Challenge and are now fully versed in the latest Ferrari racing products.

Ferrari F430 Challenge at Oulton Park on Tuesday

Ferrari Challenge Classifieds

FF Corse have a number of Ferrari Challenge cars for sale, including a Championship winning 360 Challenge, which was driven by Michael Schumacher in the race of Champions, a GT Cup winning F430 Challenge and a brand new 458 Challenge.

Ferrari 360 Challenge - £49,950

Race of Champions Car - As driven by Michael Schumacher and Jean Alesi! Ferrari Eurpoean Challenge Championship Winning Car Maintained by Ferrari GB Motorsport and FF Corse for the last 6 years Service history and set-up information available.

Ferrari 430 Challenge - POA

A choice of 3 cars, including one GT Cup winning car and a low mileage example which has never been raced.

Ferrari 458 Challenge - POA

A unique opportunity to own a Ferrari 458 Challenge. The car is available immediately for track-days or racing.

For more information on the cars for sale please contact Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079, or email acheshire@ffcorse.com

FF Corse wins GT Trophy Race

...04/04/2011

Last-Gasp Victory

FF Corse drivers Leon Price and Rob Barff won the first GT Trophy race of the season at Donington Park this weekend. The winning car started from the outside of the front row and snatched the lead in the 2 hour race with just over a lap remaining to seal a dramatic last minute victory for FF Corse .

The car started the race after qualifying alongside the FF Corse team mates Gary Eastwood and Ryan Lewis on the all FF Corse dominated front-row.

Gary Eastwood started from pole position and ran at the head of the field for the first 54 minutes, despite coming under heavy pressure from a more powerful Porsche. After their pitstop they resumed in second position with Ryan Lewis chasing and catching the now leading Porsche. Unfortunately driveshaft failure after 1hr20 minutes put paid to any potential victory.

Meanwhile, the Leon Price/Rob Barff car had been recovering from a delayed first-lap and Leon spent his driving stint charging back up the order before handing over to Rob Barff at 58 minutes. Having gambled at the pitstop not to change rear tyres Rob Barff proceeded to use the FF Corse car to hunt down the leading cars and was quickly up to second place and catching the Porsche.

With a lap and a half remaining Rob swept past the Porsche at the back of the circuit and held on to take the overall and class victory in the close fought exchange.

The next GT Trophy encounter is at Snetterton on May 2nd.

Le Manoir & Jerez

...10/03/2011

Pre-Season Lunch

The last 10 days have seen the pre-season FF Corse lunch on Sunday February 28th , followed by a 2 day event at Jerez and the first Silverstone track-day – a busy start to the year, which is set to only get even busier as the track-day and race season unfolds.

Le Manoir in Oxfordshire made a fantastic setting for second pre-season lunch and the event was attended by 30 FF Corse members and guests – the maximum number possible in their private dining facility. The lunch and service was excellent as expected and it was great to see so many old and new faces.

FF Corse member Russ Nathan commented “ FF Corse has truly established itself and the lunch marked its coming of age”

All guests received copies of the FF Corse hardback year books featuring photographs of FF Corse drivers and cars from events and races throughout 2010. Copies of the books will also be sent out this week to members and drivers who were unable to join us at Le Manoir.

Jerez

Straight from Le Manoir the previous day, FF Corse members flew down to Jerez for some pre-season testing in Southern Spain. The weather for the event was excellent and with only a handful of cars in attendance, the track space and time provided the perfect opportunity to blow away winter cob-webs. The good conditions also enabled the drivers and team to test a series of new development parts on the cars.

FF Corse is considering a return to Jerez next year and has already provisionally made enquiries and hopes to again run another similar event.

Next FF Corse Events

We have lots of exciting events planned this year both with the racing and the track-days. The first GT race meeting at Silverstone has already attracted a confirmed four drivers and the GT Trophy and Ferrari Open events look to be equally as well supported.

The next events we have coming up are as follows

UK Track-days (Apr – May)

April 5th : Oulton Park April 11th : Silverstone (Ferrari OC) April 12th : Donington April 18 th : Silverstone GP

General Testing (Race-licence required)

March 29th : Donington April 15th : Silverstone April 22nd : Snetterton 300 (new circuit layout) April 29th : Silverstone

Races

April 2nd & 3rd : Donington (GT Trophy – 2hr race) April 16th & 17th : Silverstone GP (GT Cup) April 30th : Silverstone Nat (Ferrari Open)

We also still have a place available on the Race-Ready Intensive course at Silverstone on April 20 th & 21 st . The activity involves a Caterham car-control course, an overnight stay at Whittlebury Hall, an intensive driving course on the Monday and successful participants receive an ARDS National B race licence at the end of the course.

For further information or to book any of the events please email aodowd@ffcorse.com or contact Andy O'Dowd on 01327 857601.

Upcoming & New FF Corse Track Dates

...14/02/2011

Upcoming & New FF Corse Track Dates

The start of the 2011 FF Corse UK track season is fast approaching and is scheduled to start on the GP circuit at the Silverstone on March 7th. The track event, at the home of FF Corse, is an ideal opportunity to shakedown cars after the winter and get back into the swing of things.

FF Corse have added a new date on the 2011 calendar for Donington on April 12th. Donington has largely been restored to its former glory, with the added benefit of improved chicane onto the main pit straight. The day is also without any noise restrictions, which is something of a rarity these days. This will also be the first opportunity to experience our new shared Ferrari F430 Challenge hire package (see below)

The Ferrari Owners Club event, originally scheduled on the same day as Donington, will now take place at Silverstone on the Grand Prix Circuit the day before (April 11th).

Oulton Park is also booked into our early calendar of events on April 5th with Gold Track before visiting the circuit again with The Ferrari Owners Club on May 10th.

UK Track-days (Apr – May)

March 7th: Silverstone GP April 5th: Oulton Park April 11th: Silverstone (Ferrari OC) April 12th: Donington April 18th: Silverstone GP May 10th: Oulton Park May 26th: Snetterton May 30th: Silverstone GP

Track-Days to look out for

June 21st: Goodwood FF Corse exclusive June 28th & 29th: Spa-Franchorchamps July 12th: Brands Hatch (Ferrari OC) August 23rd & 24th: Dijon-Prenois

Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC - Car Hire

On a limited number of track events throughout the year FF Corse are offering drivers the opportunity to share a race prepared Ferrari F430 Challenge GTC. The first event will be at Donington on April 12th. Cars are shared between two or three drivers and offer rotating driving sessions throughout the day. The cost of the car hire with an instructor starts from £2,250+VAT (based on 3 drivers sharing - FF Corse membership discount applies).

Hire price includes shared car hire, instructor, fuel, insurance (excess applies), Donington circuit fee and hospitality. Exclusive and semi-exclusive car hire is also available.

To make a booking, or for further details on hiring a Ferrari F430 Challenge, please contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601 or email acheshire@ffcorse.com.

FF Corse sponsors Ferrari Open

...14/02/2011

FF Corse sponsors The 2011 Ferrari Open Series

FF Corse will increase their association with the Ferrari Owners Club this year through sponsorship of their 2011 Ferrari Open racing series. It is hoped the move will lead to an increased profile within the Ferrari Owners Club for FF Corse and an increased awareness of The Ferrari Open. The idea behind the move is to create a logical progression for owners wishing to progress with the Ferrari brand through track-days and into racing. As FF Corse had fielded the largest number of drivers in the series last year, it was seen as a natural step to take up the offer of sponsorship.

Last year a total of 8 FF Corse drivers participated in the Ferrari Open races, registering 10 overall and class and wins between them. A feat which it is hoped can be matched or bettered this year.

All cars entering the race series will be seen to carry the FF Corse branded visor strips on their windscreens and regular updates and reports will be seen in the Ferrari Owners Club magazines and websites.

For further information please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 01327 857601.

FF Corse Race-Ready Intensive

...04/02/2011

Race-Ready Intensive

Date: March 20th & 21st, 2011 Location: Silverstone, Stowe Circuit

FF Corse is pleased to confirm the 2011 Race-Ready Intensive ARDS Course in association with Silverstone Circuit. Places are still available on the exclusive course which will take place at Silverstone over a day and a half, starting 14h00 Sunday March 20th and finishing Monday afternoon.

The programme includes a car control Caterham course, one-to-one race coaching, ARDS test, general testing session, overnight accommodation at Whittlebury Hall and meals, ARDS medical, advanced theory and race advice sessions, all culminating in simulated qualifying shoot-out. Successful participants will receive the ARDS National Race Licence, allowing the first step for participation in race meetings and general circuit test sessions of choice.

The first steps to racing can be very daunting and paved with difficulties. We have designed this programme, not only to provide a race licence, but also to impart the knowledge and skills to enable a driver new to racing to have a better understanding and be better equipped to participate in their first race.

Timetable

Sunday, 28th March 2010 13h30 – 22h00 • Car Control Course • ARDS Medical • Race Theory Sessions • ARDS video run through • ARDS Theory test • Evening Meal • Q&A

Monday, 29th March 08h00 – 17h00 • One-to-One Driver Coaching • Solo Driving • Data Analysis • ARDS Driving Test • General testing session • Simulated Qualifying Shoot-Out

Course Features Inclusions:

• Exclusive Silverstone Stowe Circuit Hire • Caterham Car-Control Course • Personal Race Instructor • Overnight Accommodation at Whittlebury Hall • Evening Meal • Catering & Hospitality • ARDS Go-Racing Pack • ARDS test • Doctors Medical • FF Corse Full Race Technical Support • Race Trailer

Car Hire: Available if required £POA

The cost of participation in the course is £3,295.00+VAT. To confirm your booking, please email acheshire@ffcorse.com or contact Anthony Cheshire on 07768 384079.

FF Corse Launch Corporate Driving Events

...28/01/2011

FF Corse: Corporate Events

FF Corse is pleased to launch a new and exciting corporate driving event for 2011, The GT Cup Driving Day.

The exclusive events offer an opportunity for 12 driving guests to experience the thrill of driving a fleet of Ferrari F430 Challenge race prepared cars under the watchful eyes of professional in-car race instructors.

Each car is fitted with on-board video-data systems to record and provide unique footage and coaching of the event. Many optional event extras are available to make the event a truly unique and memorable occasion.

The days are available to members and associates and take place at Silverstone on the extended Stowe corporate circuit, or Goodwood Motor Circuit, West Sussex. Hospitality, catering, PL indemnity insurance, race equipment and full support are all included.

Available Silverstone dates: July 19th August 10th September 5th & 7th

Please note these dates are subject to change and further dates are available upon request.

Complete details and event prices are available in the attached corporate event brochure.

For further information and the latest date availability, please contact Anthony Cheshire 01327 857601 or email acheshire@ffcorse.com

Stand 21 Race Suits & Equipment

...11/01/2011

FF Corse Race Suits & Equipment

FF Corse is very pleased to announce an official tie-up with Stand 21 to produce a range of exclusive race overalls and drivers equipment.

The unique FF Corse suits have been designed by stand 21 and are made-to-measure, giving optimum comfort and safety.

A 20% discount is available to all members on FF Corse team-wear orders placed through FF Corse. To place an order please email orders@ffcorse.com, alternatively orders can be placed through the FF Corse website using the merchandise link in the left-hand column.

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