As an adjunct to the thread on cars deemed to be "Hot Rods", maybe it is opportune to state one or two of the rules under which we run.

For the critics who believe we have no rules, nothing could be further from the truth, as we worked very closely with the late Ian Snellgrove to produce a set of rules that would be acceptable for a sanctioned series, before series were indeed sanctioned.

These are just a few paraphrased snippets.

Tyres must be DoT rated road tyres with a road legal tread depth.

Ideally, cars should be to a WoF standard but a WoF isn't required. (For obvious reasons, given the number of cars trailered.)

A passenger seat must be fitted, though it does not have to be a race seat nor match the driver's seat.

Carpets may be removed.

In Arrow Wheels, roll protection is mandatory.

In AES, roll protection is advised.

Harness type belts are mandatoory

In addition to MSNZ rules regarding rear lights in wet weather, ERC also requires working front lights in wet weather for all handicap races.

Interior door trims are required.

Rear seats may be removed particulary if made of foam as these constitute an extreme fire risk.

Cars ideally should conform to T & C but we do not make it compulsory.

A CoD is not required.

Invitations may be extended to cars that are outside our core of European cars.

As an invitation series, the committee reserves the right to withdraw any invitation if any car/driver combination is deemed to be outside of the spirit of the rules either by car or driver behaviour.