How to go Trofeo

There is a successful Alfa Romeo Trofeo racing series running in Gauteng. This has proved to be an exciting series thus far, both from a participant and spectator point of view. Young and old have come and enjoyed themselves. It is the platform for both older and later models to run together, and is a fantastic opportunity for families and friends, young and old, to join each other out on the track. The Trofeo series is regarded as the introductory step to racing, with no fuss, minimal rules and loads of fun racing. Sponsorships make this form of racing affordable.

The CARC, as representative of Western Cape Alfisti, is marketing the Trofeo series in an attempt to assist the WPMC in getting a local series established. The idea is to grow the series through combining it with the local Fine Cars series initially. It is possible to enter your standard road going Alfa Romeo in this race category.

If you are interested to join in the fun please contact
Billy Matthee on 021 509 0126 / 082 556 3320 / bmatthee@oldmutual.com

Suggested Regualtions & Specifications for Western Cape Alfa Romeo Trofeo Race Series of South Africa

Aim of the Series:

• To promote a race series for classic Alfa Romeo owners in South Africa with the following goals:
	•	Classic looks, modern performance
	•	Accessible and informal
	•	Positive atmosphere amongst drivers and enthusiasts
	•	Mutual respect on and off the track
	•	Affordable racing
	•	To declare Class and Overall Series Winners

Title:

• The name of the series shall be Alfa Romeo Trofeo Race Series of South Africa hereafter known as "Trofeo".

Controllers of the Series

•	The Controllers of the Series will be Motorsport South Africa (herein referred to as MSA), who have delegated the management and control to the WPMC
•	The Trofeo will have a committee comprising the following:
	•	Executive (4 members)
	•	Scrutineering Team (2 members)
	•	Technical Assistance Team (2 members)
	•	Driver Training Team (2 members)

Jurisdiction:

•	All qualifying races will be held under the General Competition Rules (GCR's) and Standing Supplementary Regulations (SSR's) of Motorsport South Africa (MSA), these Standing Regulations and the Supplementary Regulations issued by the Promoters.

Eligibility:

•	The Series is open to all holders of valid competition licences issued by MSA and who are domiciled in the area under the jurisdiction of MSA.
•	Competitors will be responsible for all race fees.

Eligible Vehicles:

•	Alfa Romeo cars originally designed and supplied before 1985 that comply with the Vehicle Specifications are eligible (see last point under this heading)
•	Initial eligibility inspections and classifications, with yearly compliance inspections, will be arranged by the Scrutineering Team.
•	All eligible vehicles will be issued with an official sticker to be displayed at all times.
•	Any queries or protests regarding individual vehicles' eligibility will be decided upon by the committee.
•	Eligible vehicles include (but are not limited to) all variations of the following Alfa Romeo models
	•	33
	•	75
	•	101 Giulietta - Ti, Sprint, Spider, Sprint Veloce
	•	105 Giulia - 1300 Berlina, 1300 Ti, 1300 Super, Ti, Super, 1750, 2000 Berlina,
	•	Sprint GT, Sprint GT Veloce, 1750 GTV, 2000 GTV, GT 1300 Junior, Montreal, Spider
	•	115 Giulia - GT 1600 Junior
	•	116 Alfetta - GT Coupe, GTV, Berlina, GTV 6, Giulietta
	•	119 Alfa 6
	•	750 Giulietta Sprint
	•	753 Giulietta Ti
	•	901 Alfasud
	•	902 Sprint
•	Specific exceptions for models not falling within the above listing will be made based on individual applications made to the committee (these include, but are not limited to, 156, 164, Spider and GTV models built after 1985, as well as other Italian manufacturers).

Determination of Series:

•	The series will be run in the following classes:
	•	Ti Class - Standard Alfa Romeo cars
	•	Veloce Class - Modified roadworthy Alfa Romeo cars
	•	GTA Class - Open class for race prepared Alfa Romeo cars

Handicap System:

•	The position on the grid for each heat is determined by taking the individual handicap time for that heat multiplied by the number of laps and adding a ½ second per car to be passed. However, the handicappers reserve the right to alter this allowance should conditions on the day dictate
•	Cars are set off at different intervals with the slowest car starting first and the fastest last.
•	The handicap lap time is set for the first heat based on the fastest qualifying lap time on the day with an option for the driver to nominate a faster lap time to avoid breaking the handicap lap time after adjusting for the allowance.
•	The competitor will have the option to nominate a time subject to the exclusion rule below. (The allowance is 1.5% in the first heat and 1.0% in the second).
•	Should the lap time on any single lap during the first heat be an improvement of more than 1.5% on the allocated lap time, the driver is excluded from the results for that heat.
•	The second heat handicap time is based on the best lap time from the first heat, practice session, or nominated time, whichever is fastest

Vehicle Specifications:

•	The Trofeo is intended to promote friendly, competitive and affordable motor racing using Alfa Romeo cars.
	•	Modifications are limited in certain classes to ensure competing cars are of similar specification and all competing drivers have equal opportunity to win the series.
	•	All cars are expected to look standard in appearance, and be smartly maintained and presented.
	•	The Trofeo is open to all Alfa Romeos designed, manufactured, and supplied before 1985 (specific exclusions will be granted dispensation on a case by case basis).
	•	All official Trofeo and series sponsorship decals (including numbers and class allocation) are to be displayed at all times during Trofeo events.
•	Each vehicle is expected to conform to the minimum safety requirements
•	Each entrant is expected to adhere to the following minimum requirements regarding personal safety:
	•	Drivers are required to wear fire resistant racing overalls. The use of fire resistant undergarments is encouraged.
	•	Helmets, gloves, and closed shoes are to be worn at all times during events, and are required to be presented for scrutineering.
	•	Drivers are encouraged to purchase FIA approved personal safety equipment as much as is economically possible in order to prevent future conflicts with MSA requirements.

Classes

•	Ti Class (Standard vehicles with no modifications other than those for reasons of safety allowed)
•	Veloce Class (Modified roadgoing cars)
•	GTA Class (Open class for race prepared cars)

Involvement in Other Race Series:

•	In order for Trofeo members to gain exposure to other forms of racing, it is recommended that members join other race series for which their vehicles are eligible.

Contact Details:

Billy Matthee

E-mail - bmatthee@oldmutual.com

Telephone - 082 556 3320