Taken off the pistonheads site

 

CANNONBALL 2003

 

Later this year 'The Cannonball' will take off once again from the UK for a cross Europe jolly and this year we're very proud to be sponsoring the event.

Currently scheduled for 1st - 7th October, one hundred cars will set off from a venue close to London on a seven-day and night unforgettable return adventure across Europe.

To complete 'The Cannonball' each vehicle will have to cover no less than 3500 miles via motorways, Mountain passes and coastal roads, through Spain, France, Portugal, Andorra and the UK.

Each day will bring it's own driving adventures and challenges. At the end of each challenge, top class hotels will be waiting where all entrants will dine together and regale tales of the day's events. Then it's a case of some shut-eye in the hotel or being swept into the best clubs in town.

 

How it Works

 

Only the organisers will know the route. The only information supplied to each Cannonball team prior to the event, is where they will need to be and when. The start venue will be confirmed two weeks prior to the start date and details of a hotel close to the start venue will be given at the same time.

Each vehicle will then leave the start line at staggered times and will head off on an epic trans European trip - one you won't forget.

'The Cannonball' is not a road race and there are no prizes for being first. That's not to say some spirited driving won't be enjoyed however as the organisers have hired another famous motor racing circuit for their sole use during the trip.

So if you love to drive and you love to party then get planning quickly. Spaces are limited and are based on first come first served. Full details including terms and Conditions can be found at http://www.thecannonball.co.uk/www.thecannonball.co.uk

We hope to see plenty of PH cars on the trip! A Cannonball competition with a rather excellent prize is hopefully in the pipeline too!

 

http://www.pistonheads.com/features/default.asp?storyId=6180

Originally posted by zcar

each vehicle will have to cover no less than 3500 miles

 

In Zed terms, about £650+ in fuel alone! :D (Depending on price, of course...and how heavy the right foot is..... :D :D :D )

Originally posted by Ajay

In Zed terms, about £650+ in fuel alone! :D (Depending on price, of course...and how heavy the right foot is..... :D :D :D )

 

And you'd need to do an oil and filter change just before the finish line LOL

if its organised by that doink from Jap Village count me out ;)