The people at AutoItalia magazine had exclusively booked the racing circuit at Donington park on 29th July, 2001. It was a unique opportunity for owners of Italian cars to drive their thoroughbreds at speed around the world famous motor racing circuit. 

There were a number of sessions during the day to ensure the track was never over crowded. For those who were not happy to thrash their cars at full speed around the track there were a number of 'cruising' laps behind a pace car at controlled speed. 

There were also passenger rides available for people to experience the thrill of going round the race track but were not confident to drive their own cars.

All kinds of Italian cars were present on the day with a lot of owners' clubs gathering in force. The Fiat Motor Club (GB) was also out in force as this day was declared as one of the club's National days. A number of members drove their cars round the track while others decided to be spectators and treated the day as the social gathering of Italian Car enthusiasts which it was.  

Below are some photographs giving you a passenger's view of the track (with the white knuckles hidden from camera's view!). There are no prizes for guessing from what type of Fiat the photographs were taken  but if you think you know then tell us by e-mail to carguess@fiatmotorclubgb.com.

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