Italian cars gather at Brooklands Expect hordes of exotic Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Maseratis, as well as rarer marques such as Abarth, Bizzarrini, De Tomaso, Innocenti, Moretti, Siata. Then, of course, there's also an illustrious array of Alfa Romeos, Lancias and Fiats assembled on the banking and around the grounds of the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit near Weybridge, Surrey. Last year's synchronised start-up of 10 Lamborghini Countachs symbolised the sound as well as the visual drama of Italy's contribution to automotive history. Despite closing for racing in 1939, Brooklands is still a vibrant venue with a spectacular museum and stretches of the original banking from Brooklands' pre-War racing history. Meanwhile the infamously steep Test Hill and the adjacent Mercedes-Benz World test track will be used to run selected Italian cars during the day. "The greatest thing about the event is that it welcomes Italian car enthusiasts and owners, regardless of whether they own a famous historic racing car, the latest road-going Ferrari, a much-loved classic or the smallest, most affordable modern Fiat on the market," said event organiser Phil Ward. Anyone who turns up in an Italian car or motorcycle forms part of the display, rather than being merely a spectator. Full details and tickets: www.brooklandsmuseumshop.com