The first Formula Ford race in NZ was in October 1970. Actually it was called Formula C and FF wasn't officially a championship until the 71/72 season.

However, with eight FFs coming from Europe, the Historic FF group has decided to have its 50th celebration in January 2019...or at least a 'pre-celebration', meaning that that still leaves October 2020 open for continuing the anniversary celebration.

There will be a dinner for Formula Ford people at Hampton Downs on January the 9th. The first Formula C champion, David Oxton, will be guest of honour and already a fair number of the drivers who raced in the first couple of years of the category here, have signed up to attend.

If you're a starter, PM me for details. Cost of the dinner is $70 and bookings is essential.

Incidentally, one of the drivers in the first FF race here was Alan Crocker. He's still racing them and is one of the eight drivers coming from Europe.