Boston BMW CCA Club

Boston Chapter BMW CCA Concours
2018-08-12 05:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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Autocross Series
2018-08-05 03:00 - 13:00
The 2018 Autocross Series is open to Boston Chapter BMW CCA members. If you are not a member of the Boston Chapter BMW CCA, you may join for only $48 per year. If you are a BMW CCA member, you may add the Boston Chapter to your current membership.
Please be sure to read the rules prior to attending an event.
Registration
The charge for each Autocross event is $50.You must register for each event separately. After you are accepted for the event, you will be sent an Acceptance email, which will also contain payment details. The Boston Chapter will be using PayPal to accept payment for this event. Payment for each event is due as soon as the PayPal request is received. Failure to pay within a reasonable timeframe will result in your registration cancellation so waitlisted drivers would be given an opportunity to participate. If you have to cancel an event, please give us as much notice as possible so waitlisted drivers can have an opportunity to participate.There will be no refunds under any circumstances.

For more information, please see Eligibility and Registration.
Event Management
We will have a new course for every event. Mandatory Drivers’ meeting starts ~ 8:00 am. Miss the Driver’s meeting, and you cannot run.
Two run groups will again be the format for 2018. We will have a half-hour lunch break and you will have the option to order (cash only) a sub for $8 and a soda or water for $1 the morning of the event.
Tech Inspections
All competitors will need to pass a Tech Inspection. However, every driver will have a choice: New or casual competitors in either BMWs or other makes will be able to tech as usual. The morning of EACH event get into the Tech line and have your car teched. Or, for more serious competitors there is a process which will lead to an Annual Tech sticker.
If a BMW driver wishes to qualify for the season’s championship within their respective classes, they will need to complete and turn in an Inspection and Modifications Form (IMF). The IMF will need to be completed and brought to the first event. The IMF includes a full disclosure of modifications, a calculation of points, and intended autocross class.
Autocross staff will give the car a tech inspection, successful completion of which will result in a 2018 Tech Sticker. After you have your AnnualTech Sticker, no further tech inspection will be needed for the season (we reserve the right to conduct random inspections). The only exception will be cars running R-compound tires which will require a wheel bearing check each event.
Non-BMW drivers may also have their cars teched once and receive an Annual Tech Inspection sticker. No IMF form is required for non-BMWs.
Meanwhile, if you’re a casual autocrosser, perhaps a first timer who just wants to come out and have a bit of fun and try the sport, simply find your model and year on the “Model Grid”, fill in the IMF, register and show up. We’ll perform a safety inspection and you’ll be ready to go.
Click here to get the Model Grid.
Schedule
The 2018 schedule includes eight regular season events, two Novice Autocross School, and a 2-day Evolution Autocross School (in partnership with NER SCCA) and a Test and Tune. You will have to get points in at least 4 regular season events to qualify for a trophy.
More Autocross Series Information

Classes, Points, and Trophies: Car classification, season points, and trophies awarded.
Eligibility and Registration: Driver eligibility, event registration, no-show policy, cancellations, and refunds.
Day Of Event Information: Daily autocross schedule, visitor policy, tech inspections, work policy, and course assignment.
Directions To Site: Directions to the autocross site.
Car Classification: Determine your car’s autocross class.

https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/boston-bmw-cca-autocross-points-event-3-devens-airfield-853389

HMS Motorsport - Bimmers Across the Border Driving School XX
2018-08-02 - 2018-08-05
Twenty Year Celebration Driving School at Mt Tremblant, Canada
Mark your calendars for the Ultimate Family Vacation – the 20th Annual Boston Chapter Bimmers Across the Border XX – Driving School at the incredible LeCircuit Mont Tremblant and Tremblant Resort.
This THREE day event will be designed for intermediate and advanced students. Friday will be for advanced students (12 Track Days Min for Friday) with just two student run groups, which will allow for a substantial amount of track time. Saturday and Sunday require at least 8 days experience and again will have substantial track time. We ask that if you register for this event, that you prepare both yourself and your car for a rigorous work out. Please contact the registrar if you have questions on experience…
The setting is the European-style resort village of Mont Tremblant nestled in the splendor of the Laurentian Mountains; Mont Tremblant is located just 90 miles northwest of Montréal.
This is the perfect vacation getaway for the entire family. The driving enthusiasts’ have the world class racetrack and everyone else has a world class resort all within a radius of only 2 miles! Come early, stay late, and bring your friends… you can easily spend a week without getting bored. The area features fine restaurants, shopping, and over 100 miles of protected trails for biking, skateboarding, and rollerblading. There are two great golf courses, an aquatics center and spa, and a beautiful lake with a large beach. There are activities for the entire family.
The Track – This village is only 10 minutes away from the world class Le Circuit Mont-Tremblant. Built in 1964 in the shadow of the majestic Mont-Tremblant, the picturesque and twisty 15-corner 2.65-mile track was completely rebuilt and upgraded in 2001. It is two meters wider all around with extensive runoff areas everywhere. Le Circuit Mont-Tremblant has been upgraded to meet FIA vintage Formula racing safety standards. If you loved the track before, you won’t believe it now!
Situated in one of the most gorgeous settings in the world for a race track, the layout is a classic, as it combines the natural topography of the site with elevation changes from the start/finish line, to corner 8 and back again. The track is bordered by Lake Moore and Devil River (La Diable).
We are subjected to the imposed sound limit of 92db and the 30 car limit per session for this event.
RULES AND PROCEDURES

NOTE REGISTRATION PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EXPERIENCED STUDENTS ATTENDING ALL THREE DAYS.

Vacations at a discount – Hotel Discounts
One of the sweet aspects of this event is the opportunity to take family and friends along for a value-priced vacation. Your hosts have negotiated unbelievable values on hotel accommodations right in the heart of the village available on a first come first served basis. Our special rates apply to the week before and the week after the event, so don’t delay and book you reservation early – space is limited! Log on to www.boston-bmwcca.org for full details about this event.
Discounts: BMW GROUP NUMBER: 2077HR
1-866-253-0093

https://www.tremblant.ca/

Holiday Inn Express
Rate Per Night

Room Type
Week Day
Weekend

Hotel Room – 1Q
$133
$166

Hotel Room – 1Q + Sofa
$140
$173

Hotel Room – 2 Double Beds
$146
$179

Superior Room 1Q + Sofa
$146
$179

One Bedroom Suite – 1Q
$160
$194

One Bedroom Suite – 2 Double Beds
$174
$207

Hotel La Tour Des Voyagers
Rate Per Night

Room Type

Week Day

Weekend

Hotel Room
$110
$123

Studio
$123
$136

One Bedroom Suite 1Q
$142
$181

One Bedroom Suite – 2D
$149
$188

Two Bedroom Suite
$218
$246

Le Lodge De La Montagne

Rate Per Night

Room Type
Weekday
Weekend

Hotel Room
$114
$129

Studio
$129
$155

One Bedroom Suite – 1Q
$149
$185

One Bedroom Suite – 2 Double Beds
$162
$194

Two Bedroom Suite
$227
$263

Hotel Sommet des Neiges

Week Night

Weekday

One Bedroom Suite – 1K
$162

$220

One Bedroom Suite – 2Q
$162

$220

Two Bedroom Suite 1K + 1Q
$227
$292

Two Bedroom Suite 1K + 2Q
$259
$305

Three Bedroom Suite
$363
$389

NOTE: All room rates are in CANADIAN DOLLARS subject to variation and are exclusive of several taxes – 3% resort tax, 5% TPS, and 7.5% TVQ each cumulatively added. Note the exchange rate is pretty good so a discount is likely with the conversion. Please check your bank.
PLEASE CHECK WITH HOTEL FOR FULL DETAILS AND VALIDATION OF RATES!

Novice Autocross School
2018-04-15 03:00 - 13:30
Event Registration
Registration opens
Monday, Mar 12
Location
Devens Airport Ayer, MA
Join us for a day of fun and education at an autocross school designed specifically for novice autocross drivers!
You get more seat time in your car during the day than any other event we host. 20+ runs per driver expected based on past events.
Three practice elements in the morning prepare you for a full autocross course in the afternoon.
You are paired with an instructor who will work with you all day.
The event has limited registration to ensure tons of runs for each student.
Receive suspension setup feedback specific to you and your vehicle from your personal instructor.
Ride in other drivers’ cars to compare cars.
Registration is limited to drivers with less than 2 years autocross experience.
Registration is limited to about 50 drivers (depending on the number of available instructors)

Undercarriage Tech Session
2018-04-14 08:00 - 13:00
This event will be fun and educational. You won’t want to miss it and the event will fill up fast so sign up early! This event is limited to the first 15 current BMW CCA members to sign up. James Hart the owner of the shop has graciously consented to having three Technicians available to help out that day.
In order to attend you must sign up on the Chapter Website at www.boston-bmwcca.org and be a current BMW CCA member.
The Close Date for the event will be Thursday, April 12th, and participants will be assigned a time slot on a first come served basis by Friday, April 13th.
Please block your time from 8AM-12 Noon to attend the Event.

All cars will have a complete undercarriage inspection by Technicians; they will make recommendations based on what they observe. If you need to cancel please do so before the Close Date (4/12) so another person can take your slot. James will demo a BMW ISTA Air application that is the latest repair application. He will also talk about Condition Based Service.
There is a 10 % discount on BMW Parts and Service at all times for current BMW CCA members.
Coffee & bagels will be available courtesy of owner James Hart.

Cars and Coffee - Icebreaker Edition
2018-03-31 08:00 - 11:00
An Icebreaker Edition of our regular Cars & Coffee! Warm up with a nice cup of hot coffee from Brewed Awakenings in Wakefield RI.

Please join us for our monthly casual gathering in Southern RI. Take a ride through Scenic Wakefield RI to enjoy some delicious coffee, beautiful cars, and great conversation.
* We are always looking to add future events and locations, please tell us your ideas!
Good Company, Good Conversation & Good Coffee.

Performance Driving "Ground School" and Open House
2018-03-24 06:00 - 11:00
This one day free event will comprise our annual Ground School in the morning FOLLOWED by an open house starting at 1pm where you can meet the event organizers and many of our board members.
PLEASE NOTE! Our Gracious hosts have a relatively small space so if you are coming for the open house please do arrive at 1pm or later so that we can complete the ground school agenda.
The ground school is limited to about 40-ish people so please register.
Ground School
You already know how much fun it is to drive a BMW or MINI, but if you have never experienced the thrill of an Advanced Safety Skills School, Autocross, or High Performance Driving School – you can’t begin to imagine how much fun your car can really be. In fact if you do not have a car for the track we offer some great opportunities for karting.
Our annual Performance Driving – Ground School will introduce you to each of our different types of driving events. We will teach you everything you need to know to become a participant. If you have been thinking about trying one of these events – this event will help you make up your mind.
The Driving Events Committee will explain the format of each type of event and show some great videos of what you can expect. Whether you are new to these events, or even if you have already participated, we are sure that you will find the presentations informative. They will include:
·Drivers Schools – your car on a racetrack – at speed. Video and commentary from events at Mont Tremblant, NHMS, Palmer Motorsports Park and Watkins Glen
·Autocross – overview of Autocross school events with video from our events held at Ft. Devens
·Advanced Skills Schools and Street Survival (for teens) – skid pad, emergency lane change, ABS, and more. This is an event that everyone should attend at least once. Held at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway parking lot-
·Karting at F1 Boston indoor and outdoor tracks – league and enduro events for everyone
·Tips for getting the most out of our driving events
·Basic driving techniques
·Inspection and preparation of your car for the track
·Update on safety equipment (helmets, harnesses, roll bars, etc)
·Boston Chapter Mentor Program
·Questions and answers
This annual event is always well attended and is beneficial to everyone – novice or experienced. With the first Autocross or Driving School over one month away, you will have plenty of time to get you and your car ready for the start of the new season. The Ground School is a great opportunity to meet your fellow participants, get psyched, and gather some great tips about how to make the most of this season’s events!
Our hosts HMS will provide lunch and offer DISCOUNTS on safety equipment such as SCHROTH Harnesses, helmets, driving shoes, driving gloves, Motul fluids, and Performance Friction Race brake pads.
Remember that a SNELL approved helmet with the appropriate sticker (SFI 31.1 and FIA 8860. Snell SA2010/2015 and M2010/2015) is required for participation in Drivers Schools or Autocross. ADSS, AC3 and Street Survival schools do not require helmets.
GROUND SCHOOL – Please register on the Boston Chapter web site for this event. It is important to register (no charge!) so that HMS can plan properly for lunch. For directions to HMS, go to www.hmsmotorsport.com. If you have questions on the event, call Brady.
Note this event will have 40 seats and after that we are standing room only.
Ample Parking is available behind the building.
OPEN HOUSE – For this later event the is No Need register please come along at 1pm or after.
See you there!

Cars and Coffee at Wile Motorsport
2018-03-10 03:00 - 07:00
In order to attend you need to sign up on the Chapter Website at www.boston-bmwcca.org. The Close Date for the Event will be Thursday, March 8th to insure that they can have enough snacks available for everyone who participates.
Jake has moved to a new location near the old shop that has 6K Square Feet. There will be Dunkin Donuts coffee available and snacks as mentioned earlier.
