The first GRRC Members’ Meeting since 1966 kicked off with a bang on 29 March, with a thunderous drive from Jackie Oliver and a rush through the field from Emanuele Pirro sending a charge of excitement through the crowd. The electric atmosphere continued away from the track too, with paddock access granted to all ticket holders. The school house theme added to the inclusive feeling of the weekend, especially for younger visitors, who were able to play croquet, race with an egg and spoon and even try their hand at a pub quiz in order to gain points for their team. The event, modelled on the Goodwood Revival, was a complete success.
A rally-ready Audi quattro is admired by the crowd before going out on its demonstration lap
The event featured the biggest ever gathering of Bugatti racing cars
A Chevrolet Camaro is fettled following qualifying for the Gerry Marshall Trophy
Rare and exciting cars weren't just the preserve of racers - the car park also held a few surprises
No fewer than 10 Ford Capri 3.0S took part in the Gerry Marshall Trophy
An open paddock meant visitors could get as close as they liked to the racing machinery, including this Ferrari
British classics proved popular with visitors and spectators, including this Ginetta G4 and Lotus Europa
This stunning MGB Roadster was offered for sale at the event. The price? £37,000
During qualifying for the Tony Gaze Trophy this AC pulled in with engine problems, closely followed by the Turner
This 1953 Bentley Gooda Special was also taking part in the Tony Gaze Trophy
1964 Mercedes-Benz 300SE looked hugely imposing and was driven by Stewart Imber in the Sears Trophy
Ford Country Sedan looked terrific in the Lavant car park
Both on and off the track MGs proved popular. This BGT V8 was spotted in the car park
Seen in the 'Cars to make you smile' car park, this Ferrari attracted a huge crowd and many votes
MG Metro 6R4s came to Goodwood for the first time, wowing the crowd during the sprint competition
Usually decked out as Earls Court, for this even the building took on the persona of a school dinner hall
Greg MacLeman is a contributor to and former Features Editor of Classic & Sports Car, and drives a restored and uprated 1974 Triumph 2500TC