T911 x 911s on the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit Special salute to golden anniversary of iconic sportscarRoad, race and rally versions on parade

Its 50 years since the iconic Porsche 911 was first introduced to the public at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show and this years Silverstone Classic will pay homage to the evergreen sportscars golden anniversary with a very fitting on-track tribute.On Sunday 28 July a magnificent parade of 911 Porsche 911s will take to the full Silverstone Grand Prix circuit to mark this historic milestone in the life of whats unquestionably one of the worlds most celebrated, revered and distinguished automotive creations of all times. Over the ages more than 820,000 have been built making the 911 the worlds most successful sportscar.The event organisers are working closely with the Porsche Club GB to ensure this very special parade highlights five decades of glorious 911 heritage and evolution by including the most famous models from past and present generations including many legendary Carrera, RS, RSR, GT, Speedster, Targa and Turbo variants. To this day the idolised 911 is also one of the most popular and victorious competition cars ever created and the dazzling on-track pageant will also feature a plethora of winners from both racing and rallying.Peter Bull, Vice Chairman of Porsche Club GB said: Every member of the Club is so proud of the Porsche marque and the 911 is something that we all revere in all its forms and age. We are delighted to be able to showcase the 911 in this way and are especially grateful for the Silverstone Classic to allow this parade to go ahead. Its a very special year indeed! Nick Hine, Chairman of Porsche Club GB added: Achieving 911, Porsche 911s on track at Silverstone all at the same time, initially seemed an ambitious target. However, there has been strong interest from 911 owners from all over the world and we already have nearly 400 confirmed participants. Fifty years of 911 evolution, combined with famous drivers from Porsches illustrious racing history taking part, mean that the fight for pole position at Silverstone, has never been quite so strong!This summers spectacular 911 x 911 paradewhich will be raising much needed funds for the Hope for Tomorrow cancer charityis the latest in a succession of glittering circuit processions staged alongside the huge, action-packed race programme at recent Silverstone Classics. In 2010 a similar 50th anniversary parade of 767 E-Type Jaguars established a new Guinness World Record. Last year in was the turn of Ferrari when an unprecedented gathering of 60 scarlet F40s took to the track in a memorable tribute marking 25 years of the worlds first 200mph supercar.Jaguar, Ferrari and now Porsche its hard to think of three more illustrious or historic motoring marques all celebrating key milestones at the Silverstone Classic, enthused Nick Wigley, Event Director. Importantly these amazing parades allow owners and enthusiasts to join the party and play their very own part in such special festivities. Its a fantastic opportunity that Im sure no one lucky enough to have a 911 will want to miss.Those wanting to participate should contact the Porsche Club GB office either on 01608 652911 or via email: silverstone911@porscheclubgb.com.Tickets for the Silverstone Classic must be purchased in advance and Early Bird discounts are available to those booking before the end of March. Continuing the events hugely popular and widely acclaimed access all areas policy, all tickets include free entrance to racing paddocks, trackside grandstands and live music concerts on Friday and Saturday evenings. Prices for adults start from just 30 (plus fees) with considerable savings on offer for festival-goers spending the full action-packed weekend at Silverstone, as well as special packages for car clubs.

Full details are available on the official silverstoneclassic.com website