UPDATE - PROPOSED NEW DRAG STRIP
From Bob Wilton, Track Coordinator. Release date: June 4 2010
The paperwork side of things is coming along well, and we have given our first presentation to the council, which had a very positive outcome with unanimous support for the project.
The next step is funding. We have an appointment with Council on the 2nd of June to do another presentation to see if they are prepared to fund some of our project. We will know their decision in early July. After we know whether we have funding from the Council then we will start approaching other possible funders.
We have had several quotes from different organisations, and so far have come in under our $3 million dollar budget. MMP is also trying to do its own fundraising with the sale of Pit spaces for racers and sponsors. There will also be opportunities for naming sponsors, lane sponsors and some more block sponsorship options.
We look forward to your support in the future and watch this space!!
For more information please contact Bob Wilton on 06 377 3803 or Tracey Cooper on 06 370 1291
Click here for sponsorship details
Click here for informtion on purchasing pit spaces - NEW - Information updated 13 June 2010
**Note: A Masterton Motoplex Incorporated trust account has been set up which all money for the new track will be deposited into. If for any reason the track does not go ahead then all money paid by leasee’s or sponsors will be refunded.
Masterton Motorplex Anual General Meeting notification
Note: The venue previously announced on this website (RSA) was incorrect. Please see below for correct details of meeting venues.
This is to notify that the AGM of Masterton Motorplex Inc. will be held on Sunday 25th July 2010 1.30pm at Petone Working Mens Club, Udy Street, Petone.
Following the AGM, there will be a drivers meeting Sunday 25th July 2010 3pm at Petone Working Mens Club, Udy Street, Petone.
For more information please contact Bob Wilton on 06 377 3803 or Tracey Cooper on 06 370 1291
DAVE HADLEY TYRES SMOKEFEST
Yet again the MMP crew hosted a fantastic SMOKEFEST burnout competition with the generous support of Dave Hadley Tyres, who supplied a set of tyres to the person deemed to have performed the best burnout. Thanks to all of the competitors and spectators!
THE END OF AN ERA!
Thats right - the last official race meeting for the Hood Aerodrome has come and gone. Not exactly a thrilling prospect, but the final bash was a stunner, thanks to Bob and the team.
Thank you to all of our racers, spectator, supporters, and our loyal sponsors for your ongoing support over the past 12 years. As you may be aware, we are in the process of working on a NEW drag strip - stay tuned for updates!
Check out the next issue of NZ Petrolhead Magazine for a feature on this meeting!
Trust House Central Nationals
Firstly, a huge thanks to all of the racers and spectators who all helped to make this such an awesome weekend. Close and exciting racing was commonplace through all of the classes, and with superb weather, excellent crowds were present on both days, creating an excellent atmosphere. Highlights were the side-by-side low 6 second top alcohol dragster passes, and of course nothing beats the sight and sound of the doorslammers, especially when the Taylor & Taylor '57 Chevy, and the Mark Thomas Fuchs Oils '56 Customline are paired up on the startline! On a less positive note, it was disapointing to see Parry Hunt's awesome Camaro Top Doorslammer involved in that horror crash. With only a handfull of runs in the car, drag racing fans across NZ were yet to see the car at it's potential, and we wish Parry a speedy recovery.
Results here
Results from the finals from the two finals from the Digga Southern
Nationals here
XMAS DRAG WARS & Dave Hadley Tyres SMOKEFEST Burnout Comp!
For many years, the Christmas drags have been a big favorite with both racers and fans - there was no exception when the racers and crowds turned to the typically sunny Masterton weather, and to witness loads of super close racing, with a large field of cars and bikes. The Dave Hadley Tyres SMOKEFEST was the best yet - a new judging format evening things up, and rewarding the best of the best.
Dave Hadley Tyres SMOKEFEST results here
Imports, bikinis, and bands!
They came, they fought, and they conquered! The best from the far east converged on the hot Wairarapa tarmac for the first meeting on the season. Some stout performances were squeezed from a large field of racers, from the street classes right through to the pro import ranks. Of course the bikini comp was a large draw card to all of the red-blooded males within a hundred mile radius, and the very lovely XXXXX (who happens to be one of the super-hot MMP Girls) took the top honors and was awarded the 'Miss MMP 2009/2010'.
Results available here
Test & Tune - all classes!
Another decent field of racers was present and accounted for for the first meeting for the masses, and although there were many rebuilt cars rumored to be appearing, only a small number of new race cars fronted to put them through their paces. Of those that did, there were some improvements evident as the day wore on, and although there were no group one cars present, there were still some hair-raising runs, with lots of close grudge racing matches sorting out the men from the boys.
Run sheets available here
What a way to start the season at Masterton Motorplex!
Dave Hadley Tyres SMOKEFEST Burnout Competition - September 2009
Ok, so there were no side-by-side drag races, or any track action for that matter, but the burnout pad sure was given a darn good thrashing... Read more>>
The MMP Girls!
The Lovely MMP Girls - don't miss them this season!
Update on the future of MMP (Archive)
Press Release from MMP, 2nd December 2008
Masterton Motorplex has confirmed three race dates for this season; It also is looking very likely that we will have our race meet on March 14th & 15th 2009 even though the airline is getting under way with commercial flights on February 16th. There will be extra safety restrictions but MMP is confident that we can work through these...... Read more >>
IMPORTANT NOTICES TO ALL COMPETITIORS
In the interest of all competitors safety, the pre-stage team will be keeping a look out for vehicles which are leaking oil or fluids onto the track surface.
IF YOU HAVE A FLUID LEAK COMING FROM YOUR VEHICLE, YOU WILL BE REMOVED FROM RACING UNTIL THE PROBLEM IS RECTIFIED!
Competitors please note that scrutineering will close at 9:30am sharp for all drag meetings, with no exceptions.
Want more information? Use the contact page, or take the time to stop in and join our forum.
We have seating available for well over 1200 people - bring your family and friends along to enjoy some sunny Wairarapa weather and the fast paced Drag Racing action!
>>Children: (14 & under) Free!
>>Grandstand seating: Free!
Drag Racing Screen saver
A collection of images from various vehicles racing at Masterton Motorplex from 2003 through to 2005. Tested 100% virus and spy ware free. Click here to download.
Masterton Motorplex Track Records:
Best Elapsed Time (Piston Engine)
6.18 seconds Mark Vincent AA/D Feb. 2008
Best MPH (piston engine)
228.35mph (367.49 km/h) John Neilan AA/D Feb. 2008
Best 60 ft (overall) 0.942 seconds Mark Vincent AA/D Feb. 2008
Best Elapsed Time (Overall - Jet Car) 5.90 seconds Richard Smith (USA) March 2005
Best MPH (Overall - Jet Car) 267 mph (429.69 km/h) Richard Smith (USA) March 2005
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