The Image Thread 2015/18

[tomscott]

One from today at Silverstone Classics

Sideways Action, Historic Formula 1, Silverstone Classics 25th Anniversary by Tom Scott, on Flickr

[tomscott]

Heres another one from Silverstone Classics 2015. Probably my favourite image.

Porsche 962, BP Leyton House, Group C the twilight race.

Porsche 962, BP Leyton House, Group C, twilight race, Silverstone Classics 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

5DMKIII with 70-200mm @200mm F3.5 ISO1000

[tomscott]

One of one.

Ferrari 250GT SWB breadvan, Royal Automobile Club Tourist Trophy For Historic Cars Pre '63 GT, Silverstone Classics 2015

Ferrari 250GT SWB breadvan, Royal Automobile Club Tourist Trophy For Historic Cars Pre '63 GT, Silverstone Classics 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

The striking three-litre V12 scarlet Ferrari 250 GT SWB Breadvan is a one-off Ferrari made in 1962 from a 1961, chassis number 2819 GT. It was commissioned by Count Giovanni Volpi in 1962, when Enzo Ferrari refused to sell the immensely rich Venetian one of his new 250 GTOs, Volpi simply hired renowned engineer Giotto Bizzarrini to upgrade a Ferrari 250 GT SWB into a GTO beater – the result was the distinctive Breadvan, so known due to its extended rear roofline and shooting-break appearance. The re-bodied Ferrari made its debut at the 1962 Le Mans 24 Hours, outpacing all of Enzo’s GTOs before being sidelined by a driveshaft failure. Despite being immensely valuable, thanks to the enthusiasm of its current owner, it continues to regularly compete in major historic events such as the Silverstone Classic.

[paulgs1000]

Interesting conditions Tom - must have added to your difficulty in catching impressive images.

Bet the range of engine and exhaust noise was epic as well.

Always a real pleasure to look through your work - thanks for posting

[tomscott]

Ye unfortunately on friday I had to retire early as both cameras packed in - being water logged. They are 'weather proof' but it was a yellow weather warning and was out about 6 hours they just couldn't handle it. Thankfully managed to dry them out for the next day.

Sat was a lovely day, unfortunately I had warn myself out and bumped into a few friends so enjoyed the day by looking round not really taking so many shots, apart from the group c twilight race above. Sunday was worse than friday and quite a few races were cancelled!

But overall a brilliant weekend as usual!

I will post a thread with all the images and the added editorial when its all finished. But thanks for the kind words

[tomscott]

Courage C26S, Group C, 1989, Sarthe, Silverstone Classics 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

Courage C26S, Group C, 1989, Sarthe, Silverstone Classics 2015

[paulgs1000]

That would make a superb poster Tom

[tomscott]

If you want one can soon sort you one

[NeilP]

Excellent stuff from Silverstone Classic Tom!

[tomscott]

Cheers guys il drop them in as I get them edited

BMW E30 M3, No.83, Tim Harvey, Silverstone Classics 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

BMW E30 M3, No.83, Tim Harvey, Silverstone Classics. Crazy weather!

[GAZA62]

Love that E30 shot Tom I do like shooting motorsport in the rain makes for some awesome images

[tomscott]

Thanks gaz, was definitely wet lol!

Heres another one of my mate Will Nuthall driving a 1960 Cooper Maserati T53 in the pre '66 Grand Prix

Cooper Maserati T53, William Nuthall, IN Racing, #10, HGPCA Pre '66 Grand Prix Cars by Tom Scott, on Flickr

[Xiaxio]

I say more photo's in the rain if you have any! i think this entire thread might be hijacked by tom and to be honest, i don't mind that at all. i would love to see a seperate thread of you'r photos tom! you have some great talent. one thing i'd love is more photo's of track builds like that bmw. it is nice seeing other peoples builds in action.

[tomscott]

More rain

Jordan 194, Benetton #3, 1994, driven by Tony Worswick, Legends of Modern F1, Silverstone Classic 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

Jordan 194, Benetton with a Hart 1035 3.5 V10 proper engine sounded amazing!! 1994, driven originally by Rubens Barrichello, Legends of Modern F1

[tomscott]

Williams FW07C, Leyland #37, 1981, driven by C. D'Ansembourg, Legends of Modern F1, Silverstone Classic 2015 by Tom Scott, on Flickr

Williams FW07C, 1981