LM24 Le Mans Entry List 2006 - Page 23

Dani Filth · 2 Jun 2006, 20:36 (Ref:1625695)

Bouchuuuuuuuuuuuut ..
go go Pesca ..

LE .. when was the last time Bouchut drove a prototype ??.. not that he'll have issues with that

Vanquish · 2 Jun 2006, 21:20 (Ref:1625729)

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Originally Posted by Dani Filth

Bouchuuuuuuuuuuuut ..
go go Pesca ..

LE .. when was the last time Bouchut drove a prototype ??.. not that he'll have issues with that

Last time was in 1993 with the Peugeot 905. I'm also curious to see how it goes there... Man, let it be the 16th June!

Dauer 962 · 3 Jun 2006, 12:06 (Ref:1626039)

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Originally Posted by Dani Filth

Bouchuuuuuuuuuuuut ..
go go Pesca ..

LE .. when was the last time Bouchut drove a prototype ??.. not that he'll have issues with that

Last time in a prototype was in 1999 in a Mercedes CLR which was a GTP. His last ride in an open top prototype was back in 1996 in a Kremer K8 Porsche.

isynge · 3 Jun 2006, 18:12 (Ref:1626178)

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Originally Posted by Dauer 962

Last time in a prototype was in 1999 in a Mercedes CLR which was a GTP. His last ride in an open top prototype was back in 1996 in a Kremer K8 Porsche.

As TATS is downstairs and I can't quite motivate myself to hobble down there I'm relying entirely on memory here but I seem to remember he was in a prototype of some variety in 1998. Either way though his pedigree is absolutely outstanding and is a good banker choice.

That said, given that Henri is still saying he's waiting for tomorrow evening to confirm things I'd be happy to put an outside bet on him still lobbying for Minassian.

You can see the argument. The Creation isn't as sorted as it might have been, it doesn't have the strongest lineup, and if rumours about their big financial backer having less of an involvement have any substance, there's probably a question about ongoing development of the car. By contrast Pescarolo have probably the most mature package out there and are emphatically on a high having won three on the bounce. Okay, Nic might feel some loyalty to the squad that stood by him for so long, but compared to a chance at the big one (and who knows, will Jules be back for the rest of the season? and is there any reason why Henri couldn't shift to a three-driver line-up for the rest of the LMS?) and an opportunity to set out his stall for next year (Peugeout works drive anyone?) I'd be tempted - not sold admittedly - but certainly tempted.

**Bentley03** · 3 Jun 2006, 19:13 (Ref:1626194)

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Originally Posted by isynge

That said, given that Henri is still saying he's waiting for tomorrow evening to confirm things I'd be happy to put an outside bet on him still lobbying for Minassian.

As far as I'm aware, Nic has already been offered a drive with Pescarolo, weeks ago. I see no reason for him to go back on his decision at this late stage.

The intrigue for me in this driver 'merry go round' is where Warren Hughes fits in to the equation. He's given up his (guaranteed) LNT drive to pursue a prototype drive, but appears (at the moment) not to have one..........??

**FIRE** · 3 Jun 2006, 20:35 (Ref:1626243)

Indeed strange position of Hughes.

Why is there a Kronos (Belgian team which runs the semi-factory Citroëns in WRC) sticker on the front spoiler of the Gordon Porsche?

Dani Filth · 3 Jun 2006, 21:26 (Ref:1626279)

I belive Kronos is a Porsche dealer in Belgium

http://www.kronos-porsche.be/

**FIRE** · 3 Jun 2006, 21:36 (Ref:1626292)

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Originally Posted by Dani Filth

I belive Kronos is a Porsche dealer in Belgium

http://www.kronos-porsche.be/

Bingo! Didn't know Kronos had links with Porsche.

Dani Filth · 4 Jun 2006, 12:49 (Ref:1626797)

so after all we only have 1 Ferrari 430??
the Scuderia Ecosse one right ?

Hazard · 5 Jun 2006, 09:21 (Ref:1627409)

Yep, but we've got the return of two 550's to make up for it!

Pilgrimage · 5 Jun 2006, 11:02 (Ref:1627482)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

...

... the Gordon Porsche?

Is that the LM livery? Gulf colours return again?... That'll be nice.

**FIRE** · 5 Jun 2006, 11:34 (Ref:1627500)

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Originally Posted by Pilgrimage

Is that the LM livery? Gulf colours return again?... That'll be nice.

The Belmondo Courages have also a Gulf livery.

Pilgrimage · 5 Jun 2006, 12:55 (Ref:1627568)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

The Belmondo Courages have also a Gulf livery.

I like

neiltbag · 5 Jun 2006, 17:35 (Ref:1627756)

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Originally Posted by FIRE

The Belmondo Courages have also a Gulf livery.

There's a smaller piece of Gulf livery on the Barazi Courage too.

Truckosaurus · 6 Jun 2006, 08:59 (Ref:1628284)

More changes afoot:

Minassian in at Pescarolo,
Jamie Campbell-Walter in at Creation,
Christophe 'Poo-shoe' Bouchut sent home sans dejeuner.

**Bentley03** · 6 Jun 2006, 09:10 (Ref:1628290)

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Originally Posted by isynge

As TATS is downstairs and I can't quite motivate myself to hobble down there I'm relying entirely on memory here but I seem to remember he was in a prototype of some variety in 1998. Either way though his pedigree is absolutely outstanding and is a good banker choice.

That said, given that Henri is still saying he's waiting for tomorrow evening to confirm things I'd be happy to put an outside bet on him still lobbying for Minassian.

You can see the argument. The Creation isn't as sorted as it might have been, it doesn't have the strongest lineup, and if rumours about their big financial backer having less of an involvement have any substance, there's probably a question about ongoing development of the car. By contrast Pescarolo have probably the most mature package out there and are emphatically on a high having won three on the bounce. Okay, Nic might feel some loyalty to the squad that stood by him for so long, but compared to a chance at the big one (and who knows, will Jules be back for the rest of the season? and is there any reason why Henri couldn't shift to a three-driver line-up for the rest of the LMS?) and an opportunity to set out his stall for next year (Peugeout works drive anyone?) I'd be tempted - not sold admittedly - but certainly tempted.

That turned out to be a very good call mate!!

russ250575 · 6 Jun 2006, 09:10 (Ref:1628291)

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Originally Posted by Truckosaurus

More changes afoot:

Minassian in at Pescarolo,
Jamie Campbell-Walter in at Creation,
Christophe 'Poo-shoe' Bouchut sent home sans dejeuner.

are these fact ??

Mal · 6 Jun 2006, 09:16 (Ref:1628296)

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Originally Posted by russ250575

are these fact ??

Yes it is confimed on DSC with quotes from all sides

isynge · 6 Jun 2006, 09:19 (Ref:1628297)

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Originally Posted by russ250575

are these fact ??

Endurance-info and DSC are both reporting it in some detail, so I think you can take this a gospel.

**Bentley03** · 6 Jun 2006, 09:28 (Ref:1628303)

Creation were never going to have the speed to challenge the Audi's and Pesca's with Gabbiani and Ortiz in the line-up. So, whilst I'm gutted to see Nic out of the car I'm absolutely delighted JCW's now got a drive at Le Mans. Taking the philosophical approach, Creation's chances in the race have barely changed as a result of this.

Go JCW!!!

gwyllion · 6 Jun 2006, 10:53 (Ref:1628368)

So Bouchut is without a seat for Le Mans? He gave up his Cirtek Aston Martin seat for the Pescarolo and now he is unemployed. That must be a bummer for him.

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At the time of the test day, he ran Christophe Bouchut (who is entered in the LMS with the Imsa Performance Porsche with the same sponsor as Pescarolo Sport, Matmut). It became apparent that, despite his huge talent and impressive cv, the driving of a Sports-Prototype is very different to that of a GT car and there was not enough time between Bouillon’s accident and the 4th June to fit in any training. It will therefore be Nicolas Minassian, a great Prototype specialist, who will join Pescarolo Sport for the 24 Hour event.

This shows Pescarolo really wants to challenge Audi.

**Aysedasi** · 6 Jun 2006, 11:13 (Ref:1628388)

I'm amazed Pesca has dumped Bouchut. A past winner (like Helary (both in 93) who is obviously in favour). The guy was doing decent times on Sunday. Surely Christophe must have expected to retain the seat? Is Minassian that good?

canam · 6 Jun 2006, 12:01 (Ref:1628440)

Bouchut is a great driver but has not driven a prototype for ages. It took JCW several races to get on to Minassian's pace and Pescarolo does not have that kind of time. Similarly, JCW was considerably faster than Minassian at Spa in the 550 Ferrari. I think, therefore, it is horses for courses.

Minassian is pretty special--althought the car is also very good. According to Creation's website, it did not set a representative lap time owing to some problem with the fuelling. Apparently some other teams had similar woes.

Ironically, Bouchut had similar pace to Gabbiani in the Creation car so I can understand the Pescca move.

JCW dicing wheel-to-wheel with Minassian. That will be fun to see.

**Aysedasi** · 6 Jun 2006, 12:22 (Ref:1628461)

I thought Bouchut got down to 33s on Sunday - he presumably wasn't given the chance to go for it like Montagny..... Hell, the guy won Le Mans in a "rocketship" 905 in 1993. He knows how to drive, drive a fast car and get it to the finish line. I certainly place him a jot higher in my estimation that Gabbiani and Ortiz. If I'd been Pesca I wouldn't have looked any further......

canam · 6 Jun 2006, 17:44 (Ref:1628665)

From what I heard, Bouchut was lapping in the mid to low 40s--although it could have been on old tyres (or instructions etc).

This year's race pace looks likely to be 'hot'... well into the 30s bracket.

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