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Concours Coppa Bella Macchina Coppa GT Futuro Classico

Concours Coppa Bella Macchina Coppa GT Futuro Classico. Ferrari Club of America. The Competition Sequence. CRITERIA. One of the three best drivers. 100% functionally correct. Platinum Award. Driver Skills. Coppa GT Award. Coppa Bella Macchina. Concours. Coppa GT. FOCUS. Driver:

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Concours Coppa Bella Macchina Coppa GT Futuro Classico

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  1. ConcoursCoppa Bella MacchinaCoppa GTFuturo Classico Ferrari Club of America

  2. The Competition Sequence CRITERIA One of the three best drivers 100% functionally correct Platinum Award Driver Skills Coppa GT Award Coppa Bella Macchina Concours Coppa GT FOCUS Driver: - Demonstrates competency, proficiency, and knowledge • Car: • Originality • Authenticity • Condition Car: - Completely functional Car and Driver recognition

  3. Concours Class Awards • Concours Class Awards:- Cars divided into roughly similar classes (varies with number of entries)- Cars in each class compete against standards. > or equal 95 points = Platinum Award (all qualified are eligible for major award) > or equal 90 points = Gold Award (one) > or equal 85 points = Silver Award (one) • Major concours awards:(chief class judges, unanimous concurrence)Subjective: race history, difficulty of restoration, rarity, etc.

  4. Major Concours Awards • Process: • Chief class judges review all Platinum Award winners to determine major awards • Decisions are unanimous • Awards: • Enzo Ferrari Award – overall best of show • Luigi Chinetti Award – outstanding road Ferrari • Phil Hill Award – outstanding Ferrari competition car • National Vintage Preservation Award – best unrestored Ferrari pre-1980 • National Classic Preservation Award – best unrestored Ferrari 1980 to 1995 (must be at least 15 years old) • Forza Ferrari Award – outstanding Ferrari built in the 1950s • Trofeo Gran Turismo Award – outstanding pre- 1968 Ferrari, regularly driven • Grand Touring 2+2 Award – outstanding 2+2 Ferrari that is regularly driven • Dino Ferrari Award – outstanding 2 – series Dino Ferrari • Contemporary Ferrari Award – outstanding Ferrari built 1975 or later • Forte Award – outstanding flat 12 cylinder Ferrari • Alla Vettura Pronta per il Salone Award – best prepared 8-cylinder Ferrari • NART Award – outstanding NART Ferrari

  5. Concours Judging GuidelinesInternational Advisory Council for the Preservation of the Ferrari Automobile (IAC/PFA) • Promote the preservation of the Ferrari in the original state. • Focus on originality, authenticity and condition – secondary emphasis on cosmetics • Convertible conversions or unauthorized rebodies are ineligible for judging • Driven onto field – fully assembled • Owner, or designated representative, present during judging • Judged by 3 judge team: Interior, Exterior, Engine/Chassis • At start of judging, each car is assumed to have 100 points. Deductions up to 5 points are taken on each component judged • Judges will ask that all components be demonstrated (windows, engine, instruments, doors, lights, etc) • Tell the judges of unusual features – provide documentation • Ferrari Classiche Certification – authenticates mechanical condition

  6. Concours Judging Guidelines (cont.) • Top up or removable panel in place. • Engine will be run and checked for leaks, smooth idle, instruments, etc. • Factory options are considered original, after-market is not. • Factory-provided pollution equipment in place w/ working appearance • Replacement items must be similar in size, characteristics, and appearance as original (tires, battery, windows, spark plugs, filters, etc.) • All originally provided tools, manuals, etc. (good reprints ok) • Safety items such as seat belts, fire extinguisher, side mirror, and alarm must be unobtrusive and neat • Options – must be as described on the window sticker or invoice. • Typical problems collectively taking you out of Platinum • Incorrect plug wires; lack of correct O-rings • Air cleaner ratty; wrong fuel and brake M/C hoses • Corrosion on various components • Incorrect plating; incorrect hoses and hose clamps; wrong exhaust pipe clamps; • Battery wrong size • Heat shrink tubing; windshield washer leak; fuel or oil leaks; ty wraps • Exhaust leaks; incorrect screws; incorrect alternator; engine fuel leaks • Aftermarket exhaust – rarely • Wrong tires or wheel • Completely missing tools and manuals and pouch • No original floor mats, incorrect replacement seat material, roof liner, trunk carpet • Wrong tires or wheels

  7. Concours Judging Guidelines (cont.)

  8. Checking the Interior • Minimal deduction for minor wear areas • Everything must work - clock, ammeter, instrument lights, windshield washer, interior lights, choke light, backup light, etc. • Seats / door panels / carpet - must be of similar material as original (leather, vinyl, cloth) and assembled as original (seat pleating, piping, door map pockets) • Headliner - original style and color • Original steering wheel type – no after market • Windows - operate smoothly • Tools - manual, and spare must be as originally provided with the car • Trunk – correct carpet, interior light, paint, overflow hoses, etc. • Trim correct – screws (slotted vs. Phillips), bevels, washers, finish, etc. • Door gaskets / window seals - correct and in good condition • Seat belts ok – even if not originally fitted – if unobtrusive & well installed

  9. Checking the Interior

  10. Checking the Engine Compartment / Chassis • No fuel, oil or water leaks; clamps, hoses correct • Plating on clamps, pipes, nuts correct • Compartment / chassis paint correct • Decals in place – DoT, EPA, firing order, paint, maintenance, etc. • Radiator, air cleaner, cam covers, correct paint • Smooth idle, no exhaust leaks • Tires, wheels, wheel markings, brakes, hoses, paint, undercoat • Plating of metal components original; Correct engine type and number • Insulators for spark plugs, condensers, modules, etc. • Ty wraps, heat shrink tubing; Battery and cables

  11. Checking the Exterior • Tires, wheels, and knockoffs correct – check valve stems & caps • Badges – correct for car with correct plating / style • Glass – correct size and fit – does not need original logo • Color: must be one offered on that model car at the time of sale • Correct lenses on tail lights, turn signals, headlights • All exterior and interior lights must work properly • Paint / chrome good and fits, but does not have to be spotless • Top same style, material, and assembly as original • Rear view mirror, radio antenna, etc. “neat, unobtrusive, . . .” • Panel fit • Bumper fit • Main objective: Car must be as it left the factory

  12. Labels

  13. Checking Electrical

  14. Wheels

  15. Checking Tools

  16. Checking Tools

  17. 308 / 328 Wheels Left: 308GTB/S Carburetor Right: 308GTBi Left: 328 w/o ABS Right: 328 w/ ABS

  18. Buy Reference Books - Talk to People – Discuss Their Cars

  19. The Competition Sequence CRITERIA One of the three best drivers 100% functionally correct Platinum Award Driver Skills Coppa GT Award Coppa Bella Macchina Concours Coppa GT FOCUS Driver: - Demonstrates competency, proficiency, and knowledge • Car: • Originality • Authenticity • Condition Car: - Completely functional Car and Driver recognition

  20. Coppa Bella Macchina • Objective: recognition for Ferraris that are in exceptionally good working order, and every component and accessory works precisely as delivered from the factory under driving conditions • Prerequisites: 95 points or better in Concours (Platinum Award) and have entered the CBM (also: ownershows car, driver’s license, insurance, registration) • Procedure: Detailed operational evaluation checklist. Overall Pass or Fail • Static portion • Road test • In case of a problem: One hour to fix the problem • Preparation: Check your own car before the evaluation (checklist / manual) • Historical failures: • Windshield wipers don’t work • No / inoperable trouble light • A/C or radio does not work – tape player? • Glove box does not lock – no key • No proof of ownership • Engine missfire • Turn signals don’t self cancel • Clock does not work • Seat belts don’t work • Windshield washer doesn’t work • Door locks don’t function correctly • Flashlight does not work • Glove box cover does not stay up. • Trunk / engine cover does not stay up

  21. Controls and Instrumentation

  22. Various Checks

  23. The Competition Sequence CRITERIA One of the three best drivers 100% functionally correct Platinum Award Driver Skills Coppa GT Award Coppa Bella Macchina Concours Coppa GT FOCUS Driver: - Demonstrates competency, proficiency, and knowledge • Car: • Originality • Authenticity • Condition Car: - Completely functional Car and Driver recognition

  24. Coppa GTHighest award an individual can receive in the FCA • Objective: - Evaluation of driver skills on the track • Considering the car’s capabilities • Lap times should be consistent with the car’s capabilities. • Evaluation:by local track evaluators familiar with FCA objectives • Safety equipment • Attitude and preparedness • Knowledge and awareness • Skills when approaching the limit • Progress • Dealing with the unexpected • Skill in driving the car • Comply with all local track / safety rules • Suggestions • Drive your car on the street – gain experience • Get track instruction and experience – preferably at CGT track • Historical problems • General lack of familiarity with car (acceleration, braking, placement on track) • Smoothly shifting car • Passing under yellow • Competently do “heel and toe” – where applicable • Unfamiliar with track • Unfamiliar with car’s capabilities, tentative

  25. Futuro Classico Encourage owners to keep Ferraris in their original state with all the accessories - Document the as-delivered condition - Establish a database for future use

  26. Futuro Classico • All components, options, and accessories from factory • 100% pass / fail • Certificate of authenticity for those cars found eligible.

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