Top Porsche 911 GT3 RSR qualifies third at Mosport

Posted: 23 Jul 2011 02:24 PM PDT

Flying Lizards, Grand Prix of Mosport

Once again we saw the “power” of the BMW’s shine in today’s ALMS qualifying from Mosport. Flying Lizard’s Joerg Bergmeister headed out onto clean track and was picking off seconds left and right. However, his fastest was just shy of front row and top spot by 0.229 seconds.

“Again today, the set-up and balance of our car were top,” said Joerg Bergmeister. “Regardless of what our competitors do, we have to stick to our plan. We’re feeling confident that we can bring home a podium result from the race tomorrow.”

Falken Tire, Grand Prix of Mosport

The Falken Tire 911 GT3 RSR starts seventh after Wolf Henzler put in a lap of 1:17.964 at 113mph.

Paul Miller Racing, Grand Prix of Mosport

Bryce Miller put the Paul Miller Racing 911 GT3 RSR eleventh on grid with a 1:20.377.

Flying Lizards, Grand Prix of Mosport

Seth Neiman and Marco Holzer will start 13th in the no44 Flying Lizard Motorsport Porsche.

Mosport is a fast 2.459 mile lap and very hard to pass on. Tomorrow should be another epic GT battle.

Black Swan, Grand Prix of Mosport

In GTC, another battle will ensue. This class has been great all year and today we saw the top 2 separated by .078. Damien Faulkner over Atlanta’s Spencer Pumpelly.

ALMS Mosport GT class qualifying results

1. Dirk Muller (D), BMW M3 GT, 1:17.083 minutes
2. Bill Auberlen (USA), BMW M3 GT, + 0.059 seconds
3. Joerg Bergmeister (D), Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, + 0.229
4. Scott Sharp (USA), Ferrari F458 Italia, + 0.428
5. Toni Vilander (SF), Ferrari F458 Italia, + 0.460
6. Jan Magnussen (DK), Chevrolet Corvette, + 0.497
7. Wolf Henzler (D), Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, + 0.881
11. Bryce Miller (USA), Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, + 3.294
13. Seth Neiman (USA), Porsche 911 GT3 RSR, + 5.610

Porsche podium’s at ALMS Lime Rock

Top Porsche 911 GT3 RSR qualifies third at Mosport

HBTV: Depth of Speed – Simple Soul

Posted: 23 Jul 2011 10:51 AM PDT

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Josh Clason, HBTV: Depth of Speed

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Another excellent piece from Josh Clason and Depth of Speed. The video is treated in a way, very reminiscent of old VW commercials. Josh meets up with Craig Johnson and his “resto” ‘vert T1. Craig also owns a mint Red/Black Samba that has some great rolling shots.

The relationship of car and owner once again comes to the forefront of this episode of Depth of Speed with Josh Clason. Craig Johnson represents a long list of devout Volkswagen fanatics who have carried on the legacy of several iconic products from the German carmaker. Known as “the people’s car,” Johnson’s relationship with the VW T1 is highlighted as we’re treated to another cinematic gem.