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Every Build Has a Story – Meet the Cars of SpeedSF
Brandon’s Alfa 4C: Inconspicuous Exotic
Tired of Spec Miata and needing to build an unusual track car, Brandon picked up this Alfa 4C and gave it all the chassis mods needed to help it shine on the road course.
Joe’s AP1 S2000: Continuing Education
A couple years before forty, Joe Drane decided to finally give track days a try. Like with everything he’s pursued, he dove in with two feet and built a stunning S2000 in record time.
Why Trackday Coaching Matters
When Eric Preciado got serious about his racing, he hired a driving coach to help him shed some of the bad habits he’d picked up in autocrossing. At the end of his first day with Joe McGuigan issuing instructions, Eric was lapping nearly five seconds faster than he had previously.
Alex's AP1 S2000: Earning His Spurs
Tempted to try something livelier than his DC1, Alex bought himself an AP1 S2000 a few years back and learned how lively it really was. He chose his modifications with the aim of making it reliable and predictable, and in doing so, built a foundation upon which he could learn his craft.
Werkshop's Paint Protection Film Keeps Track Cars Sparkling
With Werkshop’s PPF, you can spend a few shekels to keep your car looking sexy. Full-body, front end-only, bumpers, basic cars, and even exotics are covered.
Jake's S2000: Balance and the Best of All Worlds
Jake learned that he really can have it all with his AP1 S2000. Basic but capable, this particular car has just what’s needed and nothing more to make it unreliable. Plus, it looks better than most with a distinct coat of Porsche Chalk.
Justin's Moore's Mustang GT: Practicality Pays Dividends
After a long, challenging relationship with a peanut-eye STI, Justin Moore decided to get in a more reliable car and take advantage of the great lapping days available to him. This ‘11 Mustang GT needed some work to get it into the S3 title contender it is now, but it hasn’t given him any reason to stay out of the seat.
Sam's Semi-OE Turbo Miata: Taking Advantage of Pre-COVID Pricing
After growing tired of his tuned Abarth, Sam scoped out a lighter, rawer, and more involving car. However, he’d grown accustomed to turbo power, so whatever he ended up buying couldn’t be anemic. Fortunately, his friend was looking to sell an NB with the whole Mazdaspeed powertrain already swapped.
Peter Phung's Widebody M3: Wide and Wonderful
Designed to be seriously quick and sexy, Peter Phung put a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into building this no-stone-unturned E46. With 360 horsepower, amazing livery, and a GTR-inspired fiberglass bodykit, it’s a step above your typical M3 track toy.
Speed SF's Inaugural Night Event A Great Success
After protracted negotiations with the county, we were able to host the first nighttime track event in Northern California. For all involved, this was a totally new experience that had our veterans re-learning a track they thought they knew inside and out.