Alan Mann Racing’s 60th Anniversary Celebration at Goodwood
The 82nd Members’ Meeting at Goodwood marked a significant milestone in motorsport history as Alan Mann Racing celebrated its 60th anniversary. The event, presented by Audrain Motorsport, coincided with another remarkable anniversary – 60 years of the Ford Mustang.
The Ken Miles Cup: A Double Anniversary Tribute
The celebration featured a special race, the Ken Miles Cup, which brought together two important anniversaries in racing history:
- Alan Mann Racing’s 60-year legacy
- Ford Mustang’s 60th anniversary milestone
Notable Participants
The racing weekend spotlighted a particular Mustang with an impressive driver lineup:
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Steve Soper
- BTCC racing legend
- Experienced historic motorsport competitor
- Jim Farley
- Current Ford CEO
- Active participant in vintage racing
Alan Mann Racing’s Legacy
Alan Mann Racing stands as an iconic team with deep roots in Goodwood’s racing heritage, representing six decades of motorsport excellence.
Historical Significance
The team brought an impressive collection of vehicles to the event, demonstrating their rich racing heritage:
- Classic Ford race cars
- Historic competition vehicles
- Vintage Mustang models
The presence of these vehicles created a living museum of racing history, showcasing the evolution of motorsport over the past 60 years.
| Anniversary Celebration | Years |
|---|---|
| Alan Mann Racing | 60 |
| Ford Mustang | 60 |
Event Significance
The 82nd Members’ Meeting served as the perfect backdrop for this dual celebration, combining both modern racing enthusiasm with historic motorsport heritage.
The combination of Alan Mann Racing’s anniversary and the Ford Mustang’s 60-year milestone created a unique opportunity to:
- Showcase historic racing vehicles
- Celebrate multiple motorsport milestones
- Honor the legacy of both Alan Mann Racing and Ford
- Connect past and present through competitive racing
The event successfully bridged the gap between racing history and contemporary motorsport, featuring both vintage vehicles and modern racing talent. The participation of current Ford leadership alongside historic racing legends demonstrated the continuing relevance and vitality of these racing traditions.
