DRIFT EXHIBITION // MAZDA GP

A good mix is what we came to see at the Mazda Grand Prix of Portland. Formula cars, spec racing series cars and of course the drifters. Looking for some seat time, a few pro drivers (via Formula D), as well as a few local boys, came out to show the crowd how its done. With limited practice time, the drift crew took the track for a half hour, laying down smoke and tearing off bumpers in the process. Matt McCoy, owner of The Dori Shop, a Vancouver (WA) based tuner, was out with his Nissan 180sx. Handing the keys over to Formula D driver Calvin Wan (Calvin’s ride was in the shop), Matt is far more gracious than we would be with our rides. Powered by a SR20DET and featuring the usual tid bits associated with throwing your car sideways, McCoy’s 180sx held its own with the 2005 Mustang of Tony Brakohiapa. A good show is what we were expecting, and a good show is what they put on. Big thanks to Matt McCoy for all the information, and for letting Calvin Wan rip it up in his Nissan. If you are interested in some more NW drift action, head out to Evergreen Speedway on August 9th for the 4th round of the Formula D championship. More pics are available in our Photo Gallery // 07.29.2008