The Classic Modifieds are a completely new and unique formula running at the independently promoted Swaffham Raceway in Norfolk. The formla was developed to deliver an inexpensive, high performance retro class that would appealel equally to the drivers and the paying public .

With this in mind the emerging formula has materialised as pre1966 cars, V6 powered, running on retro high profile slicks. The look and design of the cars draws heavily on the early Speed and Economy cars raced at Hednesford in the 1970’s together with an influence from the 1970’s American Ministox’s and Modifieds.

Over the past few years there has been a rapid upsurge in interest in all forms of ‘retro’ motor sport. This formula unlike many of the classic formulas is not a duplication of the past but is a blend of retro looks with modern day performance. Swaffham’s racing director Shawn Mason who is gaining a reputation of introducing positive change was quick to see the benefits of a Classic formula and welcomed the Classic Modifieds to their line up.

As a fun formula it is important to keep the cars as evenly matched as possible, keeping the racing close and keeping the cost down. With this in mind a ‘one engine type’ rule has been adopted together with welded differentials, no special gearboxes, live axle (no IRS) and non contact .

Although this is a fun formula and the cars are the stars, it is not a show formula, everybody recognises that as soon as the green flags drops every man wants to be the first to see the black and white chequers. However, to keep every one on an even playing field, the rules will be actively enforced by the Swaffham team with a strong influence from the drivers rep.. Its clear that this formula will not be allowed to develop into a one or two car model grid where cheque book racing dominates the field.