Please find attached the notice for next Saturdays AGM, ahead of the awards dinner in the evening.
The meeting will be held at DeVere Staverton Park, Staverton, Daventry Northamptonshire NN11 6JT, starting at 2.30pm
Refreshments will be served from 2.00pm, and following the formal part of the AGM, there will be a short break, after which there will be an informal discussion forum, similar to that held at Silverstone.
We have seen a golden era for the Mono2000 / Mono F3 class over the last 16 years. The rules that have been in place for this time have given us a choice of reliable, competitive engines that have been easily and cheaply available. We have seen 2000cc engines from Vauxhall, Toyota, Ford and Volkswagen win Mono races outright in this period.
Other that a relatively small change to the regulations in 2010 to allow fuel injection, the stability of the regulations has been seen to be very beneficial to the membership. Unfortunately, these engines are now getting long in the tooth, base engine and parts availability for some of them is becoming difficult. This situation of parts availability is not going to improve over time.
This availability problem has not yet become critical, we should use this time we have available to look at the future regulations for the class. This time gives us the possibility to formulate, discuss and implement a regulations roadmap for the largest of the Mono classes without the need for emergency measures.
The attached document below, drawn up by Russ Giles and the Technical Committee, is intended to be the start of a discussion process, with the intention to have reached a consensus by the summer. The regulations would be implemented for the 2020 season, allowing all current and future competitors plenty of time to prepare, and for those regulations to be stable bar minor adjustments until the 2025 season.
Replies should be sent to technical.comm@monoposto.co.uk
Download PDF:- MONOPOSTO RACING CLUB F3 CLASS – ENGINE REGULATIONS – V2
ROPS for Single Seat Racing Cars
Technical Director Russ Giles has approached the MSA concerning the recent issues over Roll Over Protection Systems (“ROPS”) as the issue applies to Monoposto. The following response has been received from the MSA Technical Department. Many thanks to the MSA for their help.
I thought it best to answer your questions (in italics) in order so please see my comments in blue below. But I will stress that there is nothing new, no new regulations, no new enforcement, the single seater ROPS regulations were last amended in 1987 and before that in 1977. The “focus” is due to it being highlighted to us that a few manufacturers of Sprint and Hill Climb single seaters were producing cars with ROPS that did not comply with MSA regulations. Note that the ROPS regulations for Single Seaters in Sprints and Hill climbs are the same as for circuit racing. The manufacturers were brought together for a meeting and following this most manufacturers are being proactive in rectifying the issue.
Due to the number of queries received on this topic we are developing a guidance article to be published in the MSA newsletter and on our website stating what the existing requirements are. We hope for this to be available within the first couple of weeks of the new year.
To answer your specific queries;
Most of our members use cars that have been used in other professional race series in the past. Some do not conform to the dimensional requirements for tube diameters Etc laid out in the blue book, but have been approved and certificated by the MSA or FIA in period. The proof of this is the existence of the certificates for the various vehicles. I am led to believe that the MSA holds a comprehensive record of these certificates, and these can be made available for those owners that do not have access to the certificates for their car.
Any vehicle certified by the MSA, FIA or any FIA recognised ASN is acceptable and remains acceptable providing the ROPS is as detailed on the certification. We hold records of all MSA certified ROPS. Owners of vehicles with MSA issued certification can contact us to obtain an official copy.
Can you please confirm what your guidelines will be for the scrutineering teams for next season regarding the ROPS?
No different, there are no new regulations so scrutineers should be enforcing the existing regulations as they always have done.
Will you be expecting all the competitors to produce ROPS certificates at scrutineering?
No, ROPS certificates are only required to be presented where a ROPS is certified by an ASN or the FIA. For a ROPS built to the Blue Book specification does not need any certification. Where a ROPS is certified it has always been a requirement for it to be presented at scrutineering (K1.5.1). Also vehicles with ROPS built and approved to FIA Formulae regulations (F3, F3000 etc..) or FIA Appendix J are not required to present certification providing the vehicle structure still complies to these regulations, the onus on proof of compliance lies with the competitor.
Can you provide a listing or catalogue of what ROPS certificates are available from the MSA?
It would be better for any competitors who want to check for certification to contact us directly and we will advise.
Is there an age of vehicle where there are different ROPS requirements, I have seen Pre 1986 mentioned, but I can see no mention of this in the blue book.
The Blue Book specification changed for the 1987 season, prior to 1987 the MSA regulations allowed either a 35x2mm Chromoly Tube or a 42.4×2.6mm CDS tube, from 1987 only the 42.4x2mm CDS tube was permitted for an MSA Specification ROPS. Changes in ROPS regulations are not retrospectively applied, so a pre-1987 car with a 35x2mm Chromoly ROPS remains eligible. Remember that for a certified ROPS the Blue Book material specifications do not apply, the dimensions will be detailed on the certificate.
I hope this helps clarify.
Thanks & Best Regards
The championships have long been settled, but there are also awards for more subjective activities. The tables below show who has won what. The awards will be presented at the AGM (Click here for details)
| Trophy Name | Award Criteria | Recipient 2016 |
| MONO F3 | Champion | Ben CATER |
| 2nd | Tony BISHOP | |
| 3rd | Chris HODGEN | |
| MONO 2000 Class | Champion | Kevin OTWAY |
| 2nd | Mat JORDAN | |
| 3rd | Terry CLARK | |
| MONO Classic 2000 Class | Champion | Robin DAWE |
| 2nd | Will McATEER | |
| 3rd | Chris LORD | |
| MONO 1800 Class | Champion | David JONES |
| 2nd | Philip DAVIS | |
| 3rd | Doug McLAY | |
| MONO 1600 Class | Champion | Geoff FERN |
| 2nd | Eddie GUEST | |
| 3rd | James GORDON-COLEBROOKE | |
| MOTO 1400 Class | Champion | Jeremy TIMMS |
| 2nd | Jason TIMMS | |
| 3rd | Andrew GORDON-COLEBROOKE | |
| MOTO 1000 Class | Champion | Richard GITTINGS |
| 2nd | Craig HURRAN | |
| 3rd | Jonathan REED | |
| VINDALOO (Any Class) | To the “hottest” driver, based on the number of fastest laps | Geoff Fern |
| NEW MEMBER (Any Class) | To the most successful new member based on their position as a percentage of the average grid in their class in the overall class results | James Harris |
| ENDEAVOUR (Any Class) | To the driver who came nearest to winning championship honours without doing so based on the number of points scored in the Mono Championship | Mark Drew |
| ONLINE-LANDLORD (Any Class) | To the driver scoring the most points prior to any deductions for dropped scores | Geoff Fern |
| SUNBAC NOVA (Any Class) | For the novice drivers scoring highest points: | |
| Champion | James Harris | |
| 2nd | Alex Fores | |
| TIEDEMAN TROPHY | Champion | Geoff FERN |
| 2nd | Bryn TOOTELL | |
| 3rd | Len TURNER | |
| STEM TROPHY(Any Class)
STEM stands for Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics |
To the University or College team whose championship points are the biggest percentage of the championship winner | Northbrook College (Shane Kelly) |
| College of West Anglia (James Williams) |
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| University of Wales, Trinity St David (Kevin Couling) |
| Trophy Name | Award Criteria | Recipient 2016 |
| PERSISTENCE (Any Class) |
To the driver who never managed the top placings despite a full and hard season | Russ Giles |
| STEVE PASHLEY MEMORIAL (Mono 1600/ 1800) |
To the driver of the self-prepared car prepared to the highest standard | Alex Fores |
| NEWBRIDGE (Mono F3/ 2000/ Classic/ 1400/ 1000) |
To the driver of the self-prepared car prepared tothe highest standard | Craig Hurran |
| HARD LUCK (Any Class) |
To the driver with shocking problems but who made a positive effort to overcome them | Peter Lague |
| DAVID COOMBS MEMORIAL (Mono F3/ 2000/ Classic/ 1400/ 1000) |
To the driver whose endeavours and enthusiasm have added to the spirit of the MRC | Mark Drew |
| CLUB (Mono 1600/ 1800) |
To the person most typifying the Club’s spirit and pursuance of its aims | John Hare |
| MECHANICS (Mono 2000/ Classic/ 1000) |
To the mechanic(s) considered to have contributed most to a driver’s success | Steve Magill |
| PRESIDENT’S (Mono 1600/ 1800) |
To the mechanic(s) who has done the mostest to get their driver to the circuits and keep the car going | Ann Guest |
| ABC (Any Class) |
To the Club Member who made an extraordinary achievement during the year | Emma Cliffe |
| SPHERIC (Any Class) |
To the driver “with the biggest balls” ! | Tony Bishop |
| COMMITTEE (Any) |
To the person doing much in the Club’s interest | Rachel Lovett & Ewen Sergison |
| LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT | To the person who over many years has made a unique mark on the club | Geoff Fern |
MONOPOSTO RACING CLUB
AGM, Dinner and Awards Presentation
Saturday, 4th February 2017
DeVere Staverton Park
Staverton,
Daventry,
Northamptonshire,
NN11 6JT
The Monoposto AGM, Dinner and Awards Presentation will again be held at DeVere Staverton Park. Come and join us for some good food, wine, a catch up with friends and fellow racers and of course the all important prizes!
This year, tickets are available to buy online by clicking on the link below. There is also the option to download and complete a paper form if you would prefer. There is no need to do both, if you choose to buy a ticket online you will be contacted to confirm any special dietary requirements and preferred table companions. No postage or collection of tickets is required, any reference to these on the payment page should be ignored.
If you will be attending the AGM only, please let us know by email, so we can plan numbers.
AGM & discussion forum (all welcome)
- Coffee/tea/biscuits – 2.00 pm
- AGM – 2.30 pm
- Followed by an informal discussion forum
- AGM Notice
Dinner & awards presentation in the County Suite.
Entry by ticket only (£41 per person)
- Drinks – 6.30 pm
- Evening dinner – 7.30 pm
- Awards presentation – 9.30 pm
- Disco – 10.00 pm – 01.00 am
Dress code: Black tie, or lounge suit for men.
Hotel rooms
Rooms can be booked directly with hotel reservation on 01327 302000.
The room rate with bed and breakfast is:
- £59 (Single occupancy)
- £69 (Double occupancy)
Please quote discount code: DNFB040117 and book before 18th December to secure the special rates.
At time of writing, these prices are cheaper than booking.com for rooms with breakfast, rooms without breakfast are cheaper on booking.com and of course there may be some Black Friday deals on 24th November.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK DINNER TICKETS ONLINE or HERE for a traditional form.
Monoposto 2017 Championship
Below is the calendar for next year. The regulations and therefore the calendar have been accepted by the MSA.
The Monoposto Championship
- 22/23 April – Cadwell Park 2 Qualifying, 2 Races
- 20/21 May – Brands Hatch GP – 1 Qualifying, 3 Races
- 1/2 July – Silverstone GP – 1 Qualifying, 2 Races
- 29 July – Oulton Park – 1 Qualifying, 2 Races
- 26/27 August- Snetterton 300 – 2 Qualifying, 2 Races
- 16/17 September – Donington Park GP – 1 Qualifying , 3 Races
14 rounds, 11 to count
Several events will trial the three race format discussed at the Silverstone discussion forum.
Tiedeman Trophy
This is still being discussed and will be announced as soon as possible
Provisional Format
Three single day meetings
One practice and two races at each meeting
Meetings to be held after the end of the Monoposto Championship
European Round
There will be no Monoposto race at Spa-Francorchamps in 2017 as it is not economically viable, however Monoposto has been offered the opportunity to have a grid at Zandvoort for their ‘British Race Festival’ weekend on 8th & 9th July 2017.
The weekend that has been offered to us is 1 week after the Silverstone GP rounds of the Monoposto Championship and 3 weeks before the following rounds at Oulton Park.
Zandvoort is a town on the Dutch coast, to the west of Amsterdam. It is approx 245 miles from Calais ferry terminal or 55 miles from the Hook of Holland ferry terminal. There are regular flights to Amsterdam Schipol airport, and a train service to Zandvoort town. The circuit is nearby, near the coast.
The costs have yet to be decided as they will be dependent upon interest from the club but should be less than previous events at Spa.
RaceTV filmed the four final JMT Monoposto races held at Snetterton and they can be viewed on Youtube.
The link is http://www.youtube.com/playlist?PLNHBjH6fcuRgOhdkouc-alYCD1j2D4Krg
They will shown on ‘Sports Tonight’ Freeview HD Channel on 29th October (Mono F3 etc) and 30th October (Mono 1800 etc). It will be promoted on Motorsport News TV listings page. For Freeview HD you need either a Freeview HD set top box, or a smart TV connected to the internet.
Mono F3/2000/Classic Race 1
Mono F3/2000/Classic Race 2
Mono 1800/1600/Moto1400/Moto1000 Race 1
Mono 1800/1600/Moto1400/Moto1000 Race 2
If you are not sure which car your favourite driver was in… try our Spotter Guide
The Monoposto Racing Club is pleased to confirm that in 2017 we will be running a separate class for the Formula Renault cars that are moving out of the Mono F3 class.
Eligibility for these Formula Renault cars will be broadly in line with the existing 2016 technical regulation, with some minor modifications to iron out ambiguities.
The Monoposto SUNBAC Nova award is a prize aimed at novice drivers who are racing with Monoposto. SUNBAC, the Sutton Coldfield and North Birmingham Automobile Club have kindly provided the funding of two free twin header race entries for the winner, and a single twin header race entry for the runner up – the prize fund being worth over £ 1000 per year.
The Monoposto SUNBAC Nova Awards will be open to any full Monoposto member, who starts their Monoposto Championship year still needing to be observed and to obtain some or all of the initial 6 signatures on their competition licence Upgrade Card. To be eligible for the Monoposto SUNBAC Nova Awards, a competitor will therefore start their Mono Championship campaign as a novice race driver as defined by the MSA, with the car carrying the compulsory black/yellow cross.
The drivers individual scores per round are multiplied by the number of qualifiers in their respective class, and then divided by 10, in recognition of success being harder in busier classes.
Congratulations to James Harris and Alex Fores for coming first and second in the 2016 SUNBAC Nova Awards.
1st – James Harris (F3) – 86.5 points
2nd – Alex Fores (1800) – 44.3 points
3rd – William Thorling (1800) – 41.9 points
4th – Jacky Liu (F3) – 33.8 points
5th – Ray Forward (1000) – 24.0 points
6th – Taylor MacVean (2000) – 20.3 points
7th – Simon Hare (1600) – 8.6 points
2016 – 1st – James Harris (F3), 2nd – Alex Fores (1800)
2015 – 1st – Kyle Cutts (Moto), 2nd – Martin Wright (Moto)
2014 – 1st – Kevin Waring (Moto), 2nd – Kevin Couling (2000 Classic)
2013 – 1st – Daryl Jones (2000 Classic), 2nd – Dave Gillett (2000 Classic)
2012 – 1st – Luke Rosewell (1600), 2nd – Adrian Heath (1600)
2011 – 1st – Marcus Sheard (1800), 2nd – Mat Jordan (1600)
This single day event takes place at Donington Park on the Sunday 16th October as part of a BRSCC race weekend.
There is a 1 x 15 min qualifying and 2 x 15 min races, with the grid for race 2 being decided by the finishing positions of race 1.
Those arriving before 18:30 on Saturday will be held to allow competitors racing on the Saturday to vacate the garages.
Not mentioned on the timetable, but within finals is drivers briefing at 10:15 in the Grand Prix Suite/Media Centre.
Scruitineering will take place in situ, not scruitineering bay.
- Paddock Plan – within Finals – but Monoposto have garages along with VTEC Challenge / Smart Cars and Production GTI..
- Entry List V2 (03-10-16)
- Timetable (issue 1)
- Final Instructions
- Supplementary Regulations
- Organising Club: BRSCC
- Circuit Website: Donington Park
Don’t get caught out with regulation changes… some people had helmet and FHR (HANS) issues at Oulton Park… so try our helpful guide to some of those 2016 preparations.
MORE NEWS….. HERE
This 2 day event takes place on the Snetterton 300 circuit on the 8th and 9th of October as part of the MSVR race day and is the finale of the 2016 JMT Monoposto Championship. There will be one 15 min qualifying and one 15 min race on each day for 2 grids comprising up to 38 cars, thus capacity at this meeting for 76 cars.
Details of the meeting will appear here as they become available. The official, up-to-date information can be found on the MSVR website
- Entry Form ENTRY FORM
- Final Instructions (issue 2)
- Paddock Plan (issue 4)
- Supplementary Regulations (issue 1)
- Timetable (issue 3)
- Entry List V3 (03-10-16)
Don’t get caught out with regulation changes... some people had helmet and FHR (HANS) issues at Oulton Park… so try our helpful guide to some of those 2016 preparations.
Monoposto Lap Records
Moto 1000 – F3 – 1600 – Moto 1400 – 2000 – 1800 – Classic
Snetterton venue info
Snetterton Weather
Pictures of this meeting will be posted on 
For on track photography see 
Video of Snetterton 300 from 2011
MORE NEWS… HERE
As per previous years, MSVR will be hosting a Monoposto eligible event on the popular Brands Hatch Indy circuit. This was originally scheduled for November 12th, but this has been moved back to Sunday 30th October.
Entry Fee is £ 265.00 for 1 x 15m qualifying and 2 x 15m races.
Entry Form – send to MSVR, not to Rachel at MAC.
- Supplementary Regulations (issue 1)
- Final instructions (issue 3)
- Entry Lists
- Timetable (issue 3)
- Paddock Plan – Garages – garage plan issued closer to event
Don’t get caught out with regulation changes... some people had helmet and FHR (HANS) issues at Oulton Park… so try our helpful guide to some of those 2016 preparations.
Monoposto Lap Records
Moto 1000 – F3 – 1600 – Moto 1400 – 2000 – 1800 – Classic
This single day event takes place at Mallory Park on the Sunday 25th September as part of a BRSCC race day.
There is a 1 x 15 min qualifying and 2 x 15 min races, with the grid for race 2 being decided by the finishing positions of race 1.
NB: Please note that the Vintage Sports Car Club (VSCC) are holding a race event on Saturday 24th. Finals warn that competitors arriving before 19:30 will be directed through Spectator Gate B and asked to park by the pedestrian bridge until the meeting comes to the end and circuit staff authorise paddock access. This is to ensure that the normal hairpin access gate is kept clear to ensure that the VSCC vacate smoothly.
- Paddock Plan (within finals)
- Mallory Park entry list (16-9-16)
- Final Instructions
- Supplementary Regulations
- Timetable (issue 2)
- Organising Club: BRSCC
- Circuit Website: Mallory Park
- Lap Records : Moto 1000 – F3 – 1600 – Moto 1400 – 2000 – 1800 – Classic
Don’t get caught out with regulation changes… some people had helmet and FHR (HANS) issues at Oulton Park… so try our helpful guide to some of those 2016 preparations.
MORE NEWS….. HERE
This single day event takes place at Croft Circuit on the 28th August as part of the Battle of Britain race weekend.
There is a 1 x 15 min qualifying and 2 x 15 min races, with the grid for race 2 being decided by the finishing positions of race 1.
- Paddock Plan – Monoposto has been allocated Paddock C, which will be vacated by the Porsches racing only on the Saturday
- Entry List (as at 22/08/16)
- Final Instructions
- Timetable 2016 *
- Organising Club: Darlington & District Motor Club
- Circuit Website: Croft
- Lap Records : Moto 1000 – F3 – 1600 – Moto 1400 – 2000 – 1800 – Classic
* There is a 15 minute dedicate practice session for Monoposto on the Saturday evening (17.30 – 17.45) which is £ 60 extra for those who want to do it. Otherwise, all Monoposto sessions are on the Sunday.
There is additional Testing available on Friday 26th August, but from the timetable it would appear that the sessions will be shared with closed wheel cars competing that weekend (MG’s / Porsches / NSSCC), plus anyone else who turns up. Book directly with the circuit in advance.
– Cars – 5 x 30 minute sessions – £125.00 plus VAT = £150.00
– Bikes – 5 x 30 minute sessions – £125.00 plus VAT = £150.00
– Sidecars – 4 x 20 minute sessions – £95.00 plus VAT = £114.00
Don’t get caught out with regulation changes… some people had helmet and FHR (HANS) issues at Oulton Park… so try our helpful guide to some of those 2016 preparations.
MORE NEWS….. MORE NEWS….. MORE NEWS….. MORE NEWS…. HERE
Formula Renault Eligibility
A Statement from the Board
Due to some recent forum comments on the decision making Formula Renaults (Tatuus 2006 & 2008 BARC cars) ineligible for the MonoF3 class, the board offers the following information.
Formula Renault were allowed in to Monoposto as it was felt that there may be a number of cars available to race with us. Since 2011 we have had very few cars and in reality there have only ever been a couple of cars each season at most. There have been technical issues and requests for changes to allow greater performance from the cars, also suggested on the forum. These are a “spec” car that are a newer specification than other allowable 2L cars and if allowed to run unfettered could well beat our existing F3 Cars.
On the 14th July 2015 the board made a decision, on balance, to remove the FR eligibility for MonoF3 class and duly published this. There were no prospective FR cars for 2016 season. This decision was fully supported by the Sporting Services Manager at that time. Other class change decisions were also made last year, not everyone likes them when they happen but we just move on and accept that they were made.
As with any motorsport regulation decision giving notice of a change, reversal is difficult as this can upset the stability of the regulations. It was decided to allow a further year of FR eligibility till the end of the 2016 season. No contact was made to board members from any FR drivers and the matter was not questioned at the 2016 AGM. We have not been presented with any proposals for future Formula Renault car eligibility to consider.
Recently there have been some forum posts about “banning FR cars” which is not what has occurred. The earlier cars will become eligible in 2017 to run in MonoF3 when fitted with a mono compliant engine. To clarify, this is due to the MonoF3 date moving forward to allow up to and including 2007 commercially available chassis and bodywork in this class, as already published. The special case allowed for FR cars, which are fitted with the F4R FRS engine, did not warrant further extension as the numbers were not entering and with the chassis package being in date it should be encouraged that these cars fall in to the normal Monoposto requirements next year.
Every year the board review and update the regulations, we don’t just make it up as we go along. To the majority of the board the presence of FR cars on the grid makes little difference to them on race days as they are not in the same class.
As previously advised, any proposals for Formula Renault cars should be directed to Terry Clark and Kevin Couling.
Whilst making this statement we would like to highlight that the forum is not the correct place to contact the board. Every race meeting, there are board members in the paddock and there are specific class reps as well. If you want something considered, we are always willing to listen. We then discuss and look at in more detail to come to a decision in time for inclusion in the next year’s regulations. Please remember that the board is a collective and individual decision making is not democratic in this respect. We can’t just make a statement on the forum, it has to be agreed between us (and we don’t always agree, and this often takes time) and we have to consider any confidentiality before anything significant can be published. This is precisely why we only publish official statements on Startline.
The Board
August 2016.