Agreed here as well, the last few years have been a little bit dull, although the rain did make for an exciting few first hours. But look at it another way, the race is a true distance race, the gaps can appear large, however multiply it by the race distance and it is not so bad. Plus there is always the chance of a slow back marker, engine problems or bad weather.
Next year could prove to be a good race, often in the past the lack of 'big' names makes for good racing, the private Audi's should be on par with the Bentley's, plus the MG's and the Courage cars which can spring a surprise.
For the crowds, I don't think that Bentley will get the same element as the Jags did, remember at the time they were racing the Merc's and there was quite a few German flags as well. The Audi's do not seem to get the same following, similar to Bentley. However June will tell.
Ferry tickets and sunshine now all booked
Simon