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{mg logo pvgp marque}   2012 MARQUE OF THE YEAR
 
 
The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2012 by honoring the MG as our marque. The MG has been the unofficial car of the Grand Prix since it was included as part of our logo back in 1983.
 
The MG is the most popular car at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix in terms of race and show cars. The last time MG was our marque was 21 years ago way back in 1991. Sorry for the delay!
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2012 also marks the 50th anniversary of the MGB. The first MGB rolled off the assembly line at Abington Works in September 1962.
 
The MGB and all MG models will be featured in all of our Race Week events. Stay tuned for details on our plans for 2012.

Jerry Longstreth is coordinating the MOY events for the PVGP you can reach him at (412) 759-3014. Bud Osbourne and the Greater Pittsburgh MG Club have been working and planning the MG celebration for months, you can reach Bud at (724) 855-9969.

No kit cars/replicars or highly modified MGs will be accepted."  

 
2012 MG MARQUE OF THE YEAR SCHEDULE
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Kick-Off Rallye
Sunday, July 8 Noon - 5:00 PM
Car enthusiasts test their driving and navigation skills on a "mystery course" through the streets of Pittsburgh. This is a fun, casual event that starts in Oakland and ends at the Spaghetti Warehouse in the Strip District. There will be a special award category for MG participants.
$60.00 per car entry includes meal for driver and navigator afterward, $15 for each additional guest. Details
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Blacktie & Tailpipes Gala
Friday, July 13 7:00 - 11:00 PM
Our annual black-tie celebrates automobiles at the historic Oakmont Country Club. You can count on a display of MG's. Guests arriving in a MG will receive special parking.
$250 per person (tickets not be available at the door) Details
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PVGP Historic Races at BeaveRun
July 14-15 Weekend 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Come out to watch an exciting variety of vintage (pre 1959) and historic (post 1960) racing.  Reserved parking for MG Marque of the Year participants will be available near the tent on the hill overlooking the final turn of the race circuit. Details
$15 per person for lunch each day, plus $15 daily entry into BeaveRun Races.

The Wilson Karting Track at BeaveRun will be open to the public during our race weekend. BeaveRun will rent karts to spectators so you can take part in some racing of your own.  Info on BeaveRun Karting
$20 for 10 minutes (approximately 10 laps)
 
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Walnut Street Invitational Car Show
Monday, July 16 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Nestled on Shadyside’s charming Walnut Street you’ll find over 125 rare, classic and exotic cars, including a special display of MG's. the Car Show is free and open to the public, show cars by invitation only.
No cost to attend this event. Details
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Car Cruise at the Waterfront
Tuesday, July 17 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join 750 car owners at the Waterfront in Historic Homestead and see even more cars of all marques. All MG owners are invited and welcome – a special parking area will be reserved.
$5 donation per car requested at the entrance Details
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UBS Downtown Parade & Car Display
Wednesday, July 18 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
100 race and show cars will parade through Pittsburgh to car displays at the U.S. Steel Plaza, PPG Place and Market Square from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. There will be 5-10 spots for MG's.
No cost to participate in show or parade or to attend. Details
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PVGP Tune-Up at Bossa Nova
Wednesday, July 20 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A Happy Hour/Nightime Car Show at Bossa Nova on 7th Street. $35 Entry includes two drinks and tapas. A display of two dozen race cars will be parked out front with a few special MG's are scheduled to appear. Event open to public, display cars by invitation only.
$35.00 per person Details

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Countryside Tour 
Thursday, July 19
Plans are underway to create a new annual PVGP Countryside Tour during Race Week. This promises to be a picturesque journey along Pennsylvania's most scenic roadways. Details will be available in early 2012.
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MG Show at Schenley Park
Saturday, July 21 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
All MG owners are invited to take part in the weekend festivities at Schenley Park. Participants will be treated to lunch and refreshments. A Race Program, dash plaque, and event poster are included with registration. There are plans for a display of new, vintage and race significant MG's. During the weekend 2,000 cars from all parts of the world are displayed on the golf course. Details
Vintage Race Practice & Qualifying Heats
Saturday, July 21 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
200 Vintage racers practice in seven morning groups and qualify for Sunday’s featured races in the afternoon.
Races are free to spectators Details
Sunoco Vintage Lap Experience
Saturday, July 21 noon - 12:45 PM
Take this rare opportunity to experience a lap of the Schenley race circuit in an actual racecar. Feel the wind as your driver navigates the 2.3 mile track at speeds that will surprise you.  $40 Donation per lap - no advance sales Details
 
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Opening Ceremonies/Parade Lap
Sunday, July 22 10:30 - Noon
A limited amount of Marque of the Year MG's take a parade lap of the track, joined by Patron Parkers, our Grand Marshal, Presenting Sponsor Shop ‘n Save, and local government officials. Afterward MOY participants drive back to the tent to enjoy the afternoon races. Details

Vintage Racing at Schenley Park
Sunday, July 22 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Watch seven vintage race groups on the track participating in 8-lap practice races in the morning then sit back and enjoy our main event; the Crown Royal vintage races in the afternoon.
Races are free to spectators Details
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The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Association is a federally registered 501c (3) non-profit organization with a mission to hold a world-class vintage automotive race event for charity. Since 1983 this volunteer-driven event has raised over $2.75 million to benefit autistic and developmentally disabled individuals through the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Allegheny Valley School. The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix remains our country's largest vintage race event and the only one run on city streets.