Image Licensing : CM34 1879 Chris Watkinson, Austin Mini

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CM34 1879 Chris Watkinson, Austin Mini: Reliving the Swinging Sixties at Silverstone Spectacular". Step back in time and immerse yourself in the iconic era of the 1950s and 1960s with this print by Chris McEvoy from CJM Photography. Capturing the essence of nostalgia, this image showcases a thrilling moment during the Adams & Page Swinging Sixties Group 1 race at Silverstone Motor Racing Circuit on Sunday, October 9th, 2022. In this forty-minute race featuring production Sports, Saloons, and GT cars built in the golden age of classic automobiles, competitors are split into six classes based on engine size. Modifications are allowed to enhance performance as these historic racing cars take to the circuit with speed and precision. The star of this particular shot is none other than Chris Watkinson's Austin Mini. This timeless British icon has been beautifully restored to its former glory and proudly represents an era defined by style and innovation. With a mandatory pit stop offering teams the option for a second driver changeover, strategy becomes just as crucial as skill behind the wheel. As spectators cheer from trackside or soak up the atmosphere outdoors at Silverstone's hallowed grounds in Northamptonshire, England; they witness not only a classic event but also witness history come alive through these remarkable machines. Join us on an exhilarating journey through time as we celebrate classic motor racing at its finest – where old meets new and passion fuels every turn. Let this stunning photograph transport you back to an era when racing was pure adrenaline-fueled excitement – reminding us all why we fell in love with motorsport in the first place.