Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, Max Verstappen are just four of the many motor racing legends who at one stage in their respective careers competed in Formula 3. The racing series is well known as a stepping stone to the highest echelon of the sport. Less well known is the fact that F3 has its origins in the so-called ‘500 movement’.
Nowadays, it is hard to imagine that the likes of Sir Stirling Moss, Jack Brabham, Bernie Ecclestone, Graham Hill and Ken Tyrell raced in such basic models, which are somewhat reminiscent of soapboxes. Safety belt? Roll bars? Not considered necessary at the time. The 50-horsepower packet is produced by a 500cc motorbike engine in a compartment situated directly behind the driver.
Then as now, the monoposto racing cars made heavy demands on t heir drivers. See for yourself when the 500 Owners Association makes its appearance as one of seven legendary racing series staged in the framework of the Red Bull Ring Classics later this year. Learn more about the glorious racing series.
Your event ticket entitles you to admire historic vehicles close up and watch them compete against each other on the track. Day tickets are available from €35.00, weekend tickets are available for adults from €50.00. Tickets for children (0-15 years) are heavily discounted. Admission is free for all ages on Friday. You also have access to the paddock, where an exhibition of gems from the history of motorsport awaits you. Talking shop with the drivers about these legendary vehicles is not only permitted but actually encouraged!
Ready for a motorsport journey through time?
From 07th to 09th June, you have the chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating history of motorsport and marvel at the technology of bygone eras. The atmosphere is characterized by nostalgia and enthusiasm. Experience real racing legends and an armada of spectacular vehicles in action. The Red Bull Ring Classics takes you on a journey into the past. Look forward to automotive treasures such as Gerhard Berger’s Benetton B197, Jim Clark’s F1 Lotus 21 and original movie cars from Hollywood.
