SAAC-36 Info - May 27-29 2011

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Special Cars at SAAC-36

There are always a number of unique, rare or special cars at every convention but sometimes they get lost in the mix of all the other cars that are there. If we get a good photo of one of these cars and we put it in The Shelby American magazine convention report, there’s always someone who sees it and says, “Hey—I never saw that car there!”

First of all, you have to be there. Second, you have to be alert. These special cars aren’t usually parked in a long row with signs highlighting each one. No, you sometimes have to poke around to find them. But when you do, it’s like finding a nugget of gold in your pan full of sand.

If you’re prospecting at SAAC-36 there will be four or five of the new, GT40 MK IV continuation cars there..



If you want to see what's new from Shelby American, stop by their exhibit and treat yourself to the cars on display - a 2011 SuperSnake, the white and blue GT350 and the newly unveiled 2012 GT-350 Convertible.



There will be at least 4 original R-Models; Dick Smith’s 427 Cobra, CSX3035, the 1967 SCCA National Champion; CSX3011, the competition car Elvis Presley drove in “Spinout”; one of Lee Holman’s GT40 MK II continuation cars; ‘65 GT350 #12, a freshly-restored pre-production prototype.

Catch the Mustang notchback Tom Yeager won the ‘66 VIR Trans-Am race in...back at the same venue 45 years later.




That’s just a short list. There will be more. Just remember: the convention won’t come to you. You have to come to it!

See you at SAAC-36

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Car Shows at SAAC-36

Car shows are a big part of any national meet. SAAC-36 has three...count 'em, three shows spread over the weekend for a memorable event full of some of the best Ford-power the hobby has to offer.



First, on Saturday, there is the Annual SAAC Concours Judging. This is the favorite show for spectators and just a handful of very special entrants.
Once a year, owners of vintage Cobra and Shelby and Boss Mustangs compete for the highest recognition awards in the hobby.



The Concours Judging at a SAAC National Convention is the pinnacle of originality, where the best of the best are judged. Classes, following the SAAC National Guidelines, are included for performance cars from Shelby American (and Ford), namely Cobras, Shelbys, Competition Cars (GT40s and original race version Cobras), Tigers (engineered by Carroll Shelby), and Bosses (the Ford derivative of the Trans-Am Mustang race cars developed by Shelby American).





Teams of Concours Judges from across the country, with decades of experience in the individual vehicles, evaluate every detail of each car for originality, accuracy and workmanship.

This is not the show for the casual detailer. The judging standards are based on the benchmark of how the car appeared on the showroom floor of the original dealer, or as-delivered to the first owner. Decades of research and SAAC Registry documentation is used to judge how close the car is to perfection.

Simply stated, Division I dictates that NO reproduction parts are used...that the car is 100% original. Division II permits authentic reproduction parts, but entrant are judged to the same appearance and technical standards as Division I. A special third category, Survivor Class, is available for unrestored cars presented as original.



Judging takes place just about all day Saturday, with teams of Judges and Assistants scrutinizing every inch, top and bottom of these show cars. Based on a point-deduction system, Awards are mad for Gold, Silver and Bronze achievements. A SAAC Concours Gold award is a coveted accolade that only a few ever attain.

Visit the Concours judging on Saturday at the covered pit area on the South side of the Paddock at VIR. All Concours entrants will be on display until Sunday at Noon.



The next two Car Shows are open to the general public and all attendees may enter one or both shows. On Saturday, the SVT/SCMC team will hold a Judged Car Show on the skid pad, just outside the Paddock entrance.
The SCMC Judging Rules were created to be thorough and fair. The judging is designed to reflect if a car is clean, neat, and detailed. Any car modifications should look factory original. Normal wear and tear will be taken into account by the judges. Judging is based on Exterior, Interior, Engine and Modifications

A team of expert judges will evaluate all entrants on a 400 point scale. Trophies for best in class will be awarded at the end of the day



On Sunday, SAAC hosts the Popular Vote Car Show, where you and all other attendees can vote for your favorite ride. There are 30 classes that encompass old and new Ford powered vehicles.



The SAAC-36 Car Show will be a Popular Vote show with 30 separate classes. Owners and spectators will be able to vote for the car of their choice in each class. Everyone entering a car will receive a commemorative medallion. Entrants can begin to park their cars on the skid pad at 8 am. The actual voting will start at 10 am and will end at 12 noon. Attendees pick up a ballot sheet at Car Show Central and drop votes into their favorite cars. At the end of the show, the ballots are tallied and trophies are awarded to best in each class.

See you at SAAC-36!

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The final schedules have been released.

Click on the appropriate image to read and download the Event Schedule and the Open Track Schedule.

Event Schedule


Open Track Schedule

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SAAC-36 at Night

SAAC-36 Evening Events

The SAAC National Convention is not only about converting gasoline into noise and fun during the day, but it is a place to see old friends and meet new ones at the evening activities.

On Friday night, The Galley at VIR will be turned into a gathering place for all, after a long day at the track. This large meeting building will have an array of special cars inside, along with display tables and places to gather and swap stories.
Parts vendors, memorabilia, reps from SAAC HQ and Shelby American are just a few of the tables around the perimeter of the building. The Shelby Registars will be available for questions. Many of the VIPs will be their at the Autograph Table.
A cash bar will keep you fueled and a big cook-out will keep you fed.
This event is open to all registered attendees on Friday at no charge







On Saturday night, SAAC hosts their Evening Dinner and Program at The Institute in Danville VA, a short 10-15 minute ride from VIR.
This beautiful facility will host a Cocktail Hour and Buffet Dinner, followed by an Evening Program chock full of interesting and entertaining features, plus a few surprises. The keynote speaker is Pete Brock.
The planned attendance quota was met via advance registration, but, as you can see, the Banquet facility is large enough to accommodate a few more tables.
A small number of Dinner Tickets ($45) may be available at the track...ask at Registration.







See you at SAAC-36