STCC 2002 Entry List

JMeissner · 8 Mar 2002, 17:26 (Ref:230967)

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The entrylist for STCC 2002 has finally been released, and as you can se below there is a total of 13 cars entered. Another 10 privateer cars, more or less, are also entered, though not all of them listed in the official list. More news about that later. Audi, with the reigning champion Roberto Colciago, comes with the largest team. A total of three KMS prepared Audi A4 Quattro's will be on the grid of this, probably, very last competitive Super Touring Car Championship of this time.

Audi, Volvo, Opel and Honda are all represented with official backing from the manufacturer while the Vauxhall team isn't. Though Vauxhall is not to be counted out from the title battle considering the skilful team, the budget and the drivers Lindblom and Karlsson. Other strong contenders are of course the Volvo team with the veteran Jan "Flash" Nilsson and newcomer Edward Sandström behind the wheels.

As we witnessed last year the Opel's were very quick and there is no doubt that they will be this year as well. The talent Mattias Andersson will drive on of the now confirmed two black Opel Vectra's. Who will drive the other car, or if it will be run from the start of the season, is still unclear.

Honda will be represented by Thomas Engström who drove a Chrysler Stratus last year. All though only represented by one car Honda and Thomas will for sure be a hot contender for the titles. Thomas will get strong support from the legendary JAS-team. Though not only manufactur supported cars can contend for the race wins. As we whittnessed last year in form of the stunningly quick Tobias Johansson there is a number of privateers certainly up to grab some race wins. The season starts at the 10/11:th of May at Mantorp Park, stay tuned for more news!

STCC 2002 Entry List

Robert Colciago Audi A4
Marius Erlandsen Audi A4
Tommy Kristoffersson Audi A4
Niklas Karlsson Vauxhall Vectra
Jan Lindblom Vauxhall Vectra
Jan Nilsson Volvo S40
Edward Sandström Volvo S40
TBA Opel Vectra
Mattias Andersson Opel Vectra
Thomas Engström Honda Accord
Magnus Krokström* Volvo S40
Anders Hammer* Audi A4
Tobias Johansson* Audi A4

*= Privateers

Johan Meissner
johan@meissner.se

Michael H · 9 Mar 2002, 10:12 (Ref:231542)

this is fantastic news about the STCC. So many good cars and drivers. Now all it needs is global TV coverage.

what a great series!

Tim.Lad · 9 Mar 2002, 13:39 (Ref:231653)

Is the STCC going to be broadcast in england ? i have never seen it yet or have i just missed it ?

Jimeth · 9 Mar 2002, 22:38 (Ref:231886)

Yeah, i was thinking that too. It sounds a fantastic championship and I've love to see it.

JMeissner · 10 Mar 2002, 01:15 (Ref:231973)

The STCC (Swedish Touring Car Championship) won't be broadcasted in the UK. Only in Sweden, Norway and perhaps Denmark...

Jimeth · 10 Mar 2002, 11:49 (Ref:232139)

dayum

Tim.Lad · 10 Mar 2002, 19:15 (Ref:232333)

Quote:

Originally posted by JMeissner
The STCC (Swedish Touring Car Championship) won't be broadcasted in the UK. Only in Sweden, Norway and perhaps Denmark...

i wonder if euro sport will ever pick it up ?

SPOONERBORO · 10 Mar 2002, 19:21 (Ref:232352)

why dont they run a non swedish round in the uk think that would be rather good

Jimeth · 10 Mar 2002, 19:46 (Ref:232380)

excellent idea! doubt it will happen though! Still great idea though

Tim.Lad · 11 Mar 2002, 00:41 (Ref:232524)

I realy want to see the super tourers again

bring on the STCC !!

StuiE · 11 Mar 2002, 08:51 (Ref:232660)

What happened to Jan Nilsson?

JMeissner · 11 Mar 2002, 09:05 (Ref:232666)

What happened to him? Well, he is there in the entry list, driving for the official Volvo team as usual... He finished second in the championship last year...

StuiE · 11 Mar 2002, 12:44 (Ref:232772)

whoops didnt see it

KA · 11 Mar 2002, 16:22 (Ref:232885)

Quote:

Originally posted by SPOONERBORO
why dont they run a non swedish round in the uk think that would be rather good

Wsn't there a rumour a couple of years ago about the Swedish series making a one-off visit to either Donington or Brands....?

Jimeth · 11 Mar 2002, 19:17 (Ref:232975)

twould be cool, can't see it happening though.
Super Tourers take second place now in my eyes, they're too technical and you can't really race them banging in to each other (not too hard) without breaking something and retiring. The new BTCC cars are great i think.

JMeissner · 11 Mar 2002, 21:44 (Ref:233120)

Quote:

Originally posted by Jimeth
twould be cool, can't see it happening though.
Super Tourers take second place now in my eyes, they're too technical and you can't really race them banging in to each other (not too hard) without breaking something and retiring. The new BTCC cars are great i think.

I can tell that you haven't been at any STCC races...

Jimeth · 11 Mar 2002, 21:50 (Ref:233134)

true :S

pink69 · 14 Mar 2002, 14:46 (Ref:235036)

What about Jens Edman? He ain't on the list, where's he?

JMeissner · 14 Mar 2002, 15:28 (Ref:235067)

No, he isn't. He is still employed in for Volvo. Though Sandström got his seat in the STCC and Hanson got his seat in the ETCC... So he is doing testing and development for Volvo instead hoping to get, as Volvo them self say, out racing in europe 2003...

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