In preparation of the X-Factor Grand Prix of Sonoma (part of the American LeMans Series), and the Speedvision World Challenge race, the Sacramento Chapter of the BMWCCA invited the Golden Gate Chapter to its corral and welcome tent. Well over 100 Bimmers came and were treated to one lap around Sears Point at noon. Fans were welcome to walk right up to the paddocks and talk to crew members and the drivers.