SSMDG Classicsracer
Modern Classics Challenge 2023

Ultimate Showdown of the 80s!

The SSMDG Classicsracer Modern Classics Challenge is a highly anticipated sprint race championship that brings together the best of the 1980s sports cars, including models from BMW, Ford, Mazda, Nissan, and Toyota. These cars have been tuned to deliver 300-320 horsepower and have a base weight of less than 1,150kg, making for an exciting and competitive race.

Over the course of eight championship rounds, drivers will participate in twenty-four 55km sprint races held at circuits in America, Asia, and Europe. The SSMDG race management team will use their "Balance of Performance" system to ensure that drivers of all levels, from FIA Gran Turismo veterans to competitors that are new to sim racing, have the chance to compete in close races. With the SSMDG driver level system, racers of all skill levels will surely have a thrilling experience on the track.

About the SSMD Group

SSMDG Gran Turismo Championship

The SSMD Group Gran Turismo Championship has a rich history dating back to 2009 when fourteen drivers based in Hong Kong competed in various championships for two years. However, as many drivers started families, the racing had to be put on hold.

In August 2018, Franco Wong and Bem Ho reconnected and, along with other drivers, launched the SSMD Group Gran Turismo Championship. Today, the championship is growing with twenty-three drivers and counting.

Each championship season features a new theme, ranging from Touring Car Races and Japanese Performance to Classicsracer V8 Challenge and the current Classicsracer Modern Classics Challenge. The seasons consist of eight rounds, with one round of three races, held every fortnight. The races include a qualifying event to determine the final sixteen grid slots.

To accommodate drivers of different skill levels, the SSMDG Driver's Level is ranked in Gold, Silver, Green, and Blue based on their experience in Gran Turismo and Average Score per Attended Race (ASPAR) in the SSMDG Gran Turismo Championship.

To ensure fair races, a unique Balance of Performance system is applied to drivers based on the Lap Analysis of each race. Additionally, SSMDG Race Regulations are in place to cover any rules missed by the Gran Turismo AI system.

We are proud to see the championship growing and look forward to welcoming more friends to join us. Lastly, we would like to extend our gratitude to our championship sponsors.

Castle Australia

Chemical Guys Hong Kong

Musketeers Motorsports Services