Charity begins at Goodwood

Goodwood Charity Gallery

Is this the only motoring event taking place this weekend? Freezing cold and everything north of here covered in snow a hardy bunch gathered at Goodwood on Saturday for a Supercar track day with charity in mind. Thanks to Peter Saywell owner of Saywell International (aircraft spares suppliers) who organises three events of this type for local charities every year. Over-subscribed and by invite only, even Mother Nature could not dampen the enthusiasm or quieten the soundtrack of some of the worlds finest supercars. Mixed in with a few classics the Sea Scouts of Worthing could not have asked for a better benefactor and many were treated to a run around the famous circuit. Peter himself owner of a rare Zonda PS told me he was pleased with the turn out considering the weather conditions; only a few miles ‘up country’ of the circuit it was snowing. A Mark 2 Golf, a rally Escort with a slight miss-fire and a GT40 represented the older generation. Up to date with Ferrari, Lamborghini and Maserati from the Mediterranean, some of Britains finest Astons and a stunning Koenigsegg. Throw in the Audi R8 and Porsche, it was like an episode of Top Gear. Track conditions could be described as tricky and a few had a moment or two, but all seemed to have a great time. Thanks to Peter, his supporters and the Goodwood Marshalls for the sights and sounds that kept the cold at bay.by Grant Ford.Tags: Goodwood