Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, July 23rd and 24th, 2011.

The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is actually much more than just a two day weekend of car shows and races. It's a 10 day motorsports festival that is unlike any other vintage car event in the world. This year Porsche will be marque of the year and the Allegheny Region of the Porsche Club of America has lots in store. This is shaping up to be THE Porsche gathering of 2011. Spotlight this year will be on The Cars of Caroll Shelby.

Since 1983, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix has raised over $2 million dollars for charity. The event is free to the public to attend. All proceeds from the races, car shows, merchandise sales, and donations are all to the benefit of the Allegheny Calley School and the Autism Society of Pittsburgh. Unlike like many vintage races which are held on closed tracks, the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is held on city streets in the beautiful Schenley Park. Through out the Schenley Park Golf Course you will find the International Car Show. Vehicles from every corner of the globe are represented over the course of the 10 day festival.

If you have never attended the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, I highly suggest adding it to your calendar. You won't be disappointed.

Here's the full schedule for 2011.

Sunday July 10 Kick-Off Rallye
Participate in this rallye thru Pittsburgh...and beyond!

Friday July 15 Blacktie & Tailpipes
Race Week kicks off with a roaring black-tie gala at Longue Vue Country Club.

Weekend July 16/17 Historic Races at BeaveRun
Races at BeaveRun Motorsports Complex featuring American muscle cars and European racers from the 60's and 70's.Watch the races or compete in our AutoCross and Karting events.

Monday July 18 Walnut Street Car Show
An invitational car show in Shadyside featuring sports cars, race cars, antiques and exotics. Note: cars by invitation only.

Tuesday July 19 Car Cruise
Take part in this 700 strong car cruise.

Wednesday July 20 Downtown Parade & Car Show
Spend the day with the PVGP starting with a parade thru Pittsburgh and 3 afternoon car displays. Followed by the PVGP Tune-Up Party at Bossa Nova from 6-9 PM. 7th Street will be filled with dozens of race cars. Note: Cars for Bossa Nova by invitation only.

Weekend July 23/24 Schenley Park Race Weekend
Vintage races thru the streets of Pittsburgh featuring sports cars from the 30's, 40's and 50's. An International Car Show on the Schenley Park Golf Course with over 2,000 cars. Parades, rides in vintage race cars and family entertainment!

If you have ANY questions, please don't hesitate to send me a private message or email me at HerbieVW@htomail.com. Full details on the PVGP can be found at www.pittsburghvintagegrandprix.com
You can also view several galleries of previous PVGPs at
http://www.3riversvwclub.org/gallery


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planning on heading out to this event this year - heard great reports. Plan on driving out in the Speedster - seems that the 356's are very active in this event

I have wanted to attend this event for years. I'll make a concerted effort to make it this year.

Great! Hope you guys can make it.

Is this a road trip invite?

I definitely think that the East Coasters should road trip it out to this event. I am planning on bringing the Bugatti Type 51 for the Schenley Park races. I lived in Pittsburgh in the mid 80's and saw the very first couple of events. A great venue that has gotten only better with age. Hope to see you guys there.

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Originally Posted by Macroni

Is this a road trip invite?

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Let's do it. Pittsburgh is practically your back yard isn't it? Seeing the Hansen Type 51 is reason enough to make the drive!

The 356 POG (Potomac owners group) is planning a caravan up there, I'll be taking my " new" Speedster on its first road trip. We are all staying at the Hampton inn, with special rates. It would be nice to get us all at the same place. Move quick only 7 rooms left at the discounted rate.

Hampton Inn University Center/Pittsburgh
3315 Hamlet St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-681-1000
Make Reservations Online
The renovated Hampton Inn Pittsburgh University Center is located in the collegiate district. They offer a broad range of services and amenities to make your stay exceptional.

Most King rooms feature a sitting area with either a pull-out sofa sleeper or a comfortable chaise lounge. All rooms feature free high-speed internet.

A hot breakfast features a wide selection of items, that rotate on a daily basis as well as fresh juice and hot coffee. It's a great way to start the day and the best thing - it's always free!

Located within 2 miles of Schenley Park, the Hampton is offering PVGP rate of $139 per night from July 22 through July 24. To book one of the specially reserved rooms call 412 681-1000 and refer to the VGP rate.

Nice Speedster Rob, my favorite color combo too.

This looks like it would be fun, although cruising the PA turnpike out to Pittsburgh in late July could be a very boring/sticky hot ride. Jim, maybe some alternate routes would be in order to get the blood moving and help keep the cabin cool.