Andrew Willoughby

Thanks, Graham.  Now sorted!

Do we have an invite for 16th July? - I can't see our class on the entry form.  Do we need to enter in a different class? 

Morning Alan.  Good to see you on Sunday.  My best time was in T2 (62.28) - I think you've duplicated Malcolm's best time into mine.

Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy, prosperous and safe New Year to all of our sprinting pals.  I've really missed competing this year and our new house build means I won't able to return in 2019.  We look forward to seeing you at some events, though.  

Have a great Christmas and good luck with the winter upgrades!

Andrew and Janice 

Janice and I are delighted to announce the engagement of our daughter Lisa to Mr Gary Beezer, both former competitors in the Speed Championship.  Needless to say, we're very excited and looking forward to their big day in August 2019.  Andrew and Janice 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all of our great friends in the Speed Championship.  We're sorry not to have been able to do many events this year but look forward to some more epic battles in 2018.  Best wishes - Andrew

After ten years of great competition I have decided to retire from the Lotus Seven Club Speed Championship and my car is now for sale.  I've had a brilliant time and have made many great friends, but other projects mean that now is the time to hang up my race boots.

My car has shown itself to be capable of great results and details can be found in the For Sale section.

After ten years of great competition I have decided to retire from the Lotus Seven Club Speed Championship and my car is now for sale.  

Specification:  

2001 Caterham Roadsport A 1600 (basically Superlight 1600 spec with the race chassis and no carbon fibre).  

• Series 3 chassis 
• DVA modified 1.6 Rover K series engine (153.9bhp) – see below 
• McLaren orange with black cycle wings 
• Dry-sumped 
• Forged pistons 
• 6-speed gearbox 
• Limited-slip diff 
• Wide track suspension 
• Minilite 13” wheels 
• De Dion rear suspension 
• Standard 4-1 Caterham exhaust 
• Full roll cage (newer type with curved outer bars) 
• Side impact bar 
• Lowered driver’s floor 
• Tillett seats  
• Perspex aeroscreen  
• Modified for HANS device (5’ 9” driver) 
• Plumbed-in fire extinguisher 
• Quick-release Momo 260mm steering wheel 
• Soft Bits for Sevens fitted tonneau  

In 2011 the engine was modified by Dave Andrews (DVA Power) who fitted: 

• Piper 1320 cams 
• Ported cylinder head 
• Modified plenum 
• New uprated head gasket, bolts, gaskets and oil seals 
• Verniers 
• Forged pistons  

Last season it was fitted with a new radiator and new tyres (Yokohama A539).  The tyres were shaved by Midland Tyre Shaving, Soham, and have only done one event and no road miles.   It has new front brake discs and pads and is ready for the 2017 season. 

It’s not a polisher’s car, but its hillclimb and sprint record shows what it’s capable of.  Rated at 153.9bhp on Northampton Motorsport’s rolling road it’s perfect for Class 2 but could also be used in Class 3 with wheels and tyres changed.  It would make more power with an uprated exhaust. 

In its current spec the car has had much success, being driven by both my son, Matthew, and me:  

2013:   Class 2 win (Matthew) and second place (me).  Matthew won the overall championship, winning all 7 of the events he’d entered.  

2014:  Class 2 win (me).    

2015:  Class 2 win (me)  

2016:  Class 2 third (me)   

Numerous track records are held, as seen in the Competitors Area of the website. 

Price: £13,750 

For further details please Blatmail me. 

I need a full wiper mechanism for a 2001 Caterham Roadsport A.  Please blatmail me with details and price.  Thank you.

Here's wishing a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and safe New Year to all of our Speed Championship chums.  We're looking forward to seeing you all in April.  

Best wishes

Andrew and Janice 

Great news, Oli!  Congratulations and love to all and we look forward to meeting the new member of your team next year.  Andrew and Janice

Has anyone got a windscreen wiper assembly for an S3?  I'm sure some of you racers with aeroscreens must have one you'd like to turn into money!

Unfortunately, I've had to withdraw my entries for the two Anglesey events on 1-2 October.  I'd made a booking for room at the Prince Llewelyn B&B at Aberffraw for the nights of Friday 30 September and Saturday 1 October, which I've cancelled and which is now available.  It's an excellent place, close to the circuit, and several competitors and officials stay there.  Details here:  http://www.angleseybandb.co.uk/accomm.asp 

Really sorry not to be battling with the Class 2 boys at Anglesey, but I'll be back in 2017!

Andrew

Thanks for organising, Chris.  Put Janice and me down for places, please.

That's brilliant! - thanks, Mark.  See you on Saturday afternoon.

That's great, Chris - thank you!

I wondered if anyone had any unused tickets for the Sunday meeting at Harewood - ideally we need three in total.  We'll be dropping the car off at Harewood on Saturday late afternoon so could collect then or on Sunday morning.  Thank you!  Andrew 

Brilliant, Matt - well done!

Brilliant, Matt - well done!

Hi Chris.  Thanks for organising this again.  Can you put me down for a place, please?  Thanks.  Andrew

Great pictures, Andy - thanks for the link.  Pleased you enjoyed Goodwood and look forward to seeing you  at future events.

Great news!  With love and best wishes from all the Willoughby family.

Sorry, Roger - the places went like hot cakes!  I've put you on the reserve list and will let you know if a place becomes available.

Andrew

Hi Phil and Jeff.  Sorry but the maximum for the day is 20 cars.  I've started a reserve list and will be in touch in the event of someone dropping out.  Best wishes - Andrew