Sunny Sunday at Danville Autocross

This morning Mr. Butler, Michael, and I met at the Butler homestead to begin our exciting journey to the Danville Airport to compete in an autocross event. The day started at the shop where we changed Mr. Butler’s tires to competition treads and gave the Cobra a quick tune-up. From there we traveled to the retired runway on the back side of Danville Airport. After signing waivers and paying the entry fee we were given the opportunity to walk the track and scope out a driving strategy. Today, Mike and I were only going to be passengers so that we could get some experience of what it is like to scope out the track and plan your next move. Mr. Butler is a fierce competitor and won 1st place in his class. His best time was a well respected 61.19 seconds. Not bad for the size and weight of his Mustang and the length of the track. We were also given the privilege to experience the driving skills of many other well respected drivers in the circuit. There was and amazing array of cars and drivers who participated in today’s event. Many of the autos were stock and street legal.


Lookin' ready...


Subaru. Lookin' mean


Lotus Elise. One of the better competitors of the day.


Last minute preparations.


One of the few trucks of the day. A great time was run by this guy. Size didn't seem to play a factor after seeing the way this beast was tamed by its driver.




Waiting patiently for a wild ride.


Tires turning, rubber burning, drifting, and body roll all in one package. If you look closely, you can see the surprised look on Mike's face.