The Allison Legacy car is a
three-quarter sized replica of a Winston Cup car and is powered by a four cylinder MAZDA
B-2200 truck engine that produces approximately 125 horsepower. The cars use the standard
MAZDA five-speed transmission.
The cars weigh about 1,400 pounds dry but must weigh a minimum of 1,675 pounds with driver
to race. The series is a “SPEC” series designed to minimize racing costs and
place the emphasis on the driver instead of the equipment.
The Allison Brothers – sons of former NASCAR competitor Donnie Allison – are the
creators of the Allison Legacy car. Rules and National Technical Inspections are strictly
enforced to limit alterations to the basic car. The engines are sealed and can only be
rebuilt by Mark Smith/Tri-Star Motorsports, Winston Cup Engine Builder, where they are
resealed before shipment back to the competitor. Almost all parts are spec and cannot be
modified for competition. Once the car is set up to a driver’s particular style or
liking, it becomes very low maintenance and can be easily serviced by an individual with
normal mechanical skills.
There is a Touring Series and a growing number of State Series for the competitors to
choose from. Touring series races are in Virginia, Georgia, The Carolinas, and
Pennsylvania. Regional races are held in the Great Lakes, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois,
Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania (2), Texas (2), California (2), Tennessee and New England, New
Hampshire, Maine and in Canada. All races are sanctioned by CompCar of NC, Inc., and a
rigid set of rules are in place and apply to all regions under the direction of area
regional dealers and directors. Points systems are in place in each region. Each region
has their own purse structure.
“It’s important to offer a program for everybody that wants to be
involved,” explained Kenny Allison. “We are growing as a series and a as a
promotional outlet. Drivers are able to get valuable exposure and experience with our
program, which can contribute to furthering a racing career. At the same time, people who
want to get into racing just for fun can maintain and operate the car in this series on a
minimal budget, and with little or no experience.”There are approximately 17 Touring Races in
2004. They are 50 laps or more in format. There are approximately 150 regional events in
different areas around the country. The Touring division visits regional programs in 5
different states, promoting greater support for regional growth and these races will
provide fans with a more seasoned and dynamic experience in presentation.
“The Allison Legacy Cars are excellent equipment for the beginner to get his or her
first exposure to racing,” said David Pearson, winner of 105 NASCAR Winston Cup
races. “They are well designed and professionally constructed cars that will give the
drivers the same feel and experience they would get from a bigger and more powerful
car.”
The Legacy Series begins its’ 9th season in the year 2004 and continues a steady
climb up the popularity ladder. For more information on the Allison Legacy Race Series, call (704) 278-0174 or visit Allison Legacy online at: www.allisonlegacy.com. |
