Bangers

As the name suggests, Banger Racing is a full contact, crushing formula. This is the last stop on the line that leads to the car crusher for somebody's one time pride and joy, which has just failed the dreaded MOT test. Needless to say this is not just a contact formula but destruction is actively encouraged. Cars race, crash and are regularly destroyed. Indeed destroying the opposition is often the preferred objective rather than just winning the race you have entered.

Trackstar run several classes of Bangers.

The big league spectacular Unlimited Bangers are a popular part of the scene with the high powered  Ford Granadas taking on the Jaguars, big Datsuns, Rovers and various other "material" on a  grand scale.

Most Banger Racingthough is in the limited range with an engine limit of 2000cc. Just as spactacular as the Unlimiteds but easier for the drivers to obtain and transport. (No Granadas or larger cars in this class). The most popular cars in the 2Ls are the Cortina and Sierra although a wide variety of cars are seen at meetings.

The 1600 BangerStox see drivers race full contact Bangers in the smaller cars whilst Micro Bangers allow the smaller cars to be utilised.

Many Banger meetings end with a Destruction Derby where the winner is the last car moving which is always popular.

We also run many novelty events including Caravan Racing, Reliant Robins, Bus & Coach Racing, Large Vans and many other events which often have to be seen to be believed. Check the Photo Galleryand the fixture list for details!

Click here to download a 2011 Licence Form

Click here to download the 2011 Banger Rules - Please check below for supplenentary information on what cars are allowed to be used in each of the domestic TSR classes.

Click here to download important Safety Rules

2 Litre Bangers

• Guideline weight range for this formula is 1100kg – 1560kg on the MOT Brake Weight Chart (ORC National Banger middle weight range)
• Regardless of the weight range above, the following cars over 1100kg are NOT allowed in 2L Bangers because of the safety risk associated with their smaller size – Alfa Romeo 33, Austin Maestro, Citroen Xantia, Daewoo Nexia, Ford Escort / Orion, Fiat Tipo, Honda Ballade, Honda Civic Shuttle, Hyundai Pony, Lada Riva, Mazda 323, Mitsubishi Colt, Mitsubishi Lancer, Morris Ital / Marina, Nissan Sunny / 100 NX, Renault Megane, Proton Persona, Rover 213 / 216 (Early square model), Skoda Felicia, Suzuki Baleno, Talbot Horizon / Solara, Vauxhall Astra / Belmont, Volkswagon Golf.
• The following cars at the upper end of the weight range are not allowed in 2L Bangers because they are more suitable for Unlimited Banger Racing – Ford Granada Mk 1 / Mk 2, Mazda 929, Nissan Laurel, Rover SD1, Toyota Cressida, Volvo 1- Series, 2- Series and 7- Series.
• Special notes – Saab 99/900 are not allowed. Ford Granada Mk 3 / 4 may be used but NOT Mk 5 / Scorpio. The only 5 Series BMW which falls into the above weight range and may be used if the early E28 series 518 / 520.
• Standard engines – no tuning allowed.
• Any car may use a 2 Litre Pinto engine as long as this is the same size or smaller than the original. Other engine swaps must be from the same manufacturer (EG Vauxhall – Vauxhall, Toyota – Toyota etc).

1500cc Bangers

  The basics of the class are still the same as they always were:

• Any car to be used must have been made with an engine option of 1500cc or smaller
• Any car to be used must be larger than permitted in the Micro Banger class at King’s Lynn
• Engine limit is 1600cc (twin cam and 16 valve allowed) but the limit for Cortina and Capri is 1300cc crossflow or Kent engine

Cars conforming to the above three rules but specifically excluded from the class are:

• Any car belonging to the A60 family of vehicles
• Ford Focus

Cars not meeting the above specification but still allowed in the Under 1500cc class because of their unsuitability for use in 2 Litre Bangers are as follows:

• Daewoo Lanos
• Nissan 100NX

Although this list is not exhaustive (particularly for older models which are unlikely to be used but may still be permitted), a listing of cars suitable for Under 1500cc Bangers is provided below.  Anything not listed below should be checked with the TSR office beforehand.