SpaItalia 15 good reasons not to miss the Shell SpaItalia 2021!
The meeting is a definite must-see. The High Mass for all enthusiasts of Italian cars and motorbikes. On Sunday 26thSeptember Shell SpaItalia will more than ever be ‘the place to be’, a through and through family event, offering entertainment for one and all. In fact, there are 15 good reasons not to miss out on this event. At least …
1.Alfa Romeo 110 years old!
It takes top billing of the Shell SpaItalia 2021! In close collaboration with the Passione Alfa Club, a large exhibition displaying the emblematic models of the Milanese make will be set-up. A must for the out-and-out enthusiasts of models bearing the biscione…
2.Three quarters of a century of the mythical Vespa
On two wheels, this is Piaggio’s absolute best-seller celebrating its 75th anniversary! And the ‘wasp’, translation of ‘vespa’, continues to be the talk of the town. A two-wheeler representing the joie de vivre, and which became an icon of freedom and emancipation for the young ones the world over. And above all a style that has never renounced its origins. The exhibition can be visited in the stands 7 and 8 of the F1 pitlane, whilst at midday a parade exclusively reserved for Vespa models of all generations will be held on the track …
3.Village Ducati
Ducati and the Shell SpaItalia is una storia importante! The Bologna based manufacturer will more than ever be prominently displayed in the Village Ducati for the visitors to admire its entire range, whereas the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini, the link between these two prestigious emblems of Emilie-Romagne, will make heads spin … A must!
4.Italian Village
The Shell SpaItalia is not only cars and motorbikes, but also the fine art of Italian living. This dolce vita will be a reality thanks to a Village offering pizzas, pastas, salted meats, cheeses, arrosticini, arancini, ice creams, wines, Aperol Spritz, and tutti quanti! Treasured moments assured …
5.MA-FRA Best of Show
It is one of the ingredients of the popular success of the Shell SpaItalia: allow the owners of Italian cars to compete in a true Concours d’Elegance in the heart of the paddock and christened Best of Show. In 2021, the renowned Italian company MA-FRA, specialised in automotive cosmetics, will be an official partner. Oldtimers, Youngtimers or modern machines, everything with four wheels and coming from Italy will be welcome! With the added bonus of some ‘local colour’ entertainment…
6.Parata Italiana
This is the ultimate moment.
Between 12.00hrs and 13.30hrs, on the ‘world’s greatest circuit’ the Parata Italiana will bring together hundreds of Italian cars progressing at snail’s pace, and taking on a most impressive vision of streamers. This parade in Forza Italia mode is definitely one of the musts of Shell SpaItalia! Success assured …
7.Segafredo between authenticity and generosity
Segafredo, the Espresso leader in Italy, present in 110 countries worldwide, also intends to have a hand in Shell SpaItalia to spread the taste, flavour, culture and preparation of the true Italian Espresso. For the occasion, numerous Espresso or frothy Cappuccino samples will be graciously available to all participants and visitors! Mouth watering …
8.Kids Area
The younger ones will also be able to enjoy themselves to their hearts content in the official Shell SpaItalia Kids Area! Loads of entertainment is foreseen, so that all the blond, brown or other hair-coloured children also retain a souvenir of their visit– in some cases perhaps the first one– on the world’s greatest circuit …
9.Maserati MC20 by Maserati Jacobs
It is the last-born model of Supercars signed Maserati. The MC20, worthy descendant of the MC12, announces the return of the make bearing the Trident logo in competition. Fitted with a 3-litre V6 biturbo, this machine develops 630 bhp and a top speed of 325 km/h. Maserati Jacobs will be exhibiting the MC20 in the boxes 12, 13 and 14 of the F1 pitlane!
10.Track initiation in a Ferrari 488 Challenge!
In partnership with the GT Experience company, Shell SpaItalia 2021 will be offering track initiations on board of a true racing machine: the Ferrari 488 Challenge! In the company of a seasoned driver, the opportunity to experience the legendary 7 kilometres of the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps at high speed. Thrills guaranteed!
11.Italian Dream Car
Something new! In the stands 9 and 10 of the F1 pitlane, Shell SpaItalia will be presenting an exceptional exhibition in more than one way: Italian Dream Car! Even though variety will be at the rendezvous, the quality and rarity will serve as a common thread for all enthusiasts of gorgeous coachwork and impressive mechanical elements. An event within the event that will be repeated in the future …
12.Exhibitors and Clubs Village
The clubs, points of reference for all enthusiasts and collectors, are once more awaited to take part at the Shell SpaItalia. Just imagine, being able to display the object you cherished and are so passionate about in front of thousands of people, in the paddock of the “world’s greatest circuit”, and taking part in the Parata Italiana, is something you cannot refuse! An observation that also applies to the most diverse exhibitors. Vehicles, spare parts, accessories, but also books, scale models or any object with a link to the Italian car or motorbike, there will be something for everyone!
13.On to the track!
The undeniable strong point of the Shell SpaItalia is this mix between the static exhibitions in the paddocks and the pitlanes of Spa-Francorchamps, as also driving and riding sessions on the track! There will be eight sessions for the motorbikes – solely Ducati machines – and six for the cars. In a nutshell, pure action and a quite simply exceptional soundtrack …
14.Shell, more than a partner!
Having linked its name to the event signed DG Sport, Shell will naturally be present with an official stand allowing one and all to discover or rediscover the range of products and services offered by the company bearing the renowned shell logo. A simulator will be on hand to combine business with pleasure …
15.‘O sole mio!
By scheduling the 2021 edition of the Shell SpaItalia to take place on Sunday 26th September, DG Sport has decided to bank on the beneficence of the … India summer! It’s official: the sun will be on hand! Undoubtedly to compensate for its absence during the recent Belgian Grand Prix.
As you will have realised, the Shell SpaItalia 2021 will have all the ingredients for an enormous Italian car and motorbike feast on the world’s greatest circuit. An event that the true tifosis in all honesty cannot miss!
