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AUS 2019 F1 at COTA

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  1. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    So, here's where the elite meet, to get out and eat.
    :D :D :D

    It looks like my Volunteer Services are not needed the weekend, by COTA.
    I will finish up my medical issues and be looking for some tickets!

    Renew my FCA membership, so Andy Fish lets me into his Bash.
    Other than that, just "another year, racing Formula 1 in Austin"!!

    What's the scoop, from the rest of you!???
     
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  2. VAF84

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    Well, my wife and I are confirmed for the USGP FCA reception, however still undecided on the race itself. It really depends on work, so it's probably going to be a last minute decision. Looks to be a fun weekend though!
     
  3. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Ah is the website up for sales?
    I will investigate!

    Thanks!
     
  4. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    I booked a hotel room 6+ months ago, now can't attend because I have to go to a wedding.

    What kind of guy gets married USGP weekend???
     
  5. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    I had a coworker at an out of state branch decide to get DIVORCED instead of attending...…:D :D
     
  6. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    A friend here in Houston was looking to take her daughter, and the sticker shock on the rooms kept them from going.

    Are they able to give you full refund on cancellation?
     
  7. Rdwaggie

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    I live in Austin and a member of FCA but haven’t heard about the reception. Where can I find out more?


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  8. Bob in Texas

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    If you are an FCA member you should have received an email titled USGP within the past 2 days from Tim C. There are details further down about the gala at the Austin country club.


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  9. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    So an interesting tidbit of gossip, "This is the LAST year of F1, at COTA"

    What?
    Says who?

    What does anyone hear?
     
  10. Rostami6

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    Isn’t their contract for 10 years? Or that’s what I thought It was.
    2012 was the first year. So this is year 8.
     
  11. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    That's the math I had, also....not sure where that was coming from..

    Looking at the Ticket Sales (and per media) this is the best year EVER, some of the Stands are indeed SOLD OUT.
     
  12. innerloop

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    When Ferrari wins, ticket sales go up!
     
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  13. LamboLover

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    This is our first year attending, though we plan to go all 3 days to experience it in full. Anything fun/interesting setup we should see before the race kicks off? Will be in the Haas area.
     
  14. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    I will post more as it gets closer...I normally have folks to the Broken Spoke on Thursday to kick it off, the FCA Reception is at Country Club Friday, South Congress will have live music and rally does not pay much attention to F1, so you gotta see Austin too!

    But the three days at COTA governs all get there early, gates open 7:30 and I would be glad to show you around the Facility.
    UNofficial Guest Services!
     
  15. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Haas Hill and there's normally a nice public Lounge there sponsored by Crown Royal..
     
  16. willrace

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    One who will miss you. ;)
     
  17. WJHMH

    WJHMH Two Time F1 World Champ
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    50/50 if I attend this year, an old friend said he might have VIP paddock passes but I'm not holding my breath, I've been burned before.
     
  18. TheDuke

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    I’m on the fence about going. I have a hotel room but no tickets yet. Will probably decide the week or so before.

    Has anyone done GA before? Is it worth it or am I better off splurging on a grandstand?
     
  19. Bob in Texas

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    Ive done GA a few times. Lets you move around and you're not stuck to one spot. GA spots though get pretty jammed with folks camping out on the lawn(s). Turn 1 (hill), Turn 3, Turn 19 (HAAS Hill) are a few. Saw an email from COTA today that they are almost sold out. How true that is I don't know. From COTA...

    "We are only one month away from Formula 1 USGP! With very limited tickets available, you don't want to miss the race. Enjoy Formula 1 in style by viewing it from our Owner's Club, COTA Club,Turn 4 and Turn 9 Bleachers, or General Admission. All of these experiences are available for purchase and will provide a memorable, second-to-none weekend at the track!"
     
  20. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Do a Grandstand, IMO, but as COTA has posted many have indeed SOLD OUT.
    CraigsList Austin has the usual PSL MG seats at $1K each, three day and Lot A parking.

    Hey, I bought my FCA Reception tickets yesterday, there are FIVE left!!
    So that's headed to a Sell Out also.
     
  21. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    I'm test driving an Alfa Romeo, that's a ticket give away to0!
     
  22. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Very nice pair for sale in F1 Section right now, from a cancellation, Box Seats on Front Straight
     
  23. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    To interested parties:

    An email today reflects sales ARE STILL OPEN for the Friday Night FCA Reception.
    There cannot be more than a few left, based upon data shown on my order, ( took 2 out of 7) last week.

    But as of today, available??
     
  24. 8042

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    Anyone headed to Cota next month for the Grand Prix. Need some info on the venue please.
     
  25. FerrariTexas

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    Been to every day when the weather allowed it. Glad you’re attending. What can we help you with?
     

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