MOTOR SPORTS
MONTICELLO MOTOR CLUB
Located about two hours north of Manhattan in upstate New York lies
the Monticello Motor Club, a private, full-service motorsports park for
area enthusiasts. Featuring a 4.1-mile long road course designed by
champion racer Brian Redman, skid pad, car storage and maintenance
facilities, clubhouses, dining facilities and galleries, MMC also offers
driver instruction from world-class drivers, a karting track, and a similarly
impressive off-roading playground with available ATVs.
Opened ten years ago, Monticello Motor Club puts focus on motor-
sports above all, while offering five-star services you’re more likely to
find at an exclusive golf resort than a racetrack. Despite the luxurious
accommodations and bucolic rural surroundings, members of MMC are
also enthusiasts first and foremost. They are entirely approachable and
as friendly as any group of car guys. The MX-5 Cup experience provided
my first experience with MMC as well, but it certainly won’t be my last.
James Lamdin is the Founder of Analog/Shift, a leading vintage watch
retailer based in New York City. He is also a freelance contributor to a
number of automotive and horological publications.
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BUDGET RACEWEAR
In the high-stakes world of international motorsports, drivers and enthusiasts
alike can be seen sporting some of the world’s most recognized timepieces
both on and off the racetrack. Names like Daytona, Autavia, and Mille Miglia
dominate the spotlight. But just because you’ve got high-octane blood
doesn’t mean you have to spend a mint for a proper motoring enthusiast’s
timepiece. Much like the value proposition of the Mazda MX-5 Cup Racers,
these four timepieces offer a winning combination of style, quality, and
affordability, all for under $5,000.
FREDERIQUE CONSTANT VINTAGE RALLY HEALEY
CHRONOGRAPH (STARTING AT $2,795)
Classic design language and an appreciation for the golden era of sports car
racing are what this ongoing limited series from Frederique Constant has in
spades. Entirely under the radar, the Vintage Rally Healey Chronograph is
available in several colors. The company is a long-time sponsor of vintage
racing events in Europe, giving it additional “street” cred.
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