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| 14-02-2012 at 08:00: Paul Manteit | |
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In 2005 Paul moved to Formula Vee and now he drives as a factory driver for Volks Engineering in a Rapier 09D. Paul’s main objective is concentrating on the Queensland Championship but occasional he will step outside the series to run a national round and exhibition events such as the VW spectacular at Valla Park and the VW Drags. Paul’s main future goal in motor sport is to keep enjoying his racing. “I don’t see ever making a career out of the sport so to meet new people, have new experiences and develop new friendships is my main motivation”, said Manteit. “I’d like to eventually move to a faster category – possibly a Radical, but for the time being, the racing is the best I’ve ever experienced and it’s so inexpensive to compete in, I’m happy where I am.” Paul took time in the off season and between work commitments to answer ADM’s driver behind the helmet questions. Name: Paul Manteit Q: Are you the kind of person to have a backup plan? I always like to have a backup plan, that way when the inevitable happens, there’s always something to fall back on. That’s why when I knew I wasn’t going to be a professional driver I took the time to complete an Accounting degree and am currently studying to be a Chartered Accountant. Q: Who are your motor racing heroes? Peter Brock would have to be the top of the list, but drivers like Damon Hill and Ayrton Senna definitely were drivers I looked up to at a young age. Q: Most liked race track/event? I loved racing at Oran Park when it was still around. It was a very challenging track and gave a good reward for being committed. Unfortunately I only raced there once before it shut down. Q: The best moment in racing you have had so far? Probably any of the state championships that I’ve won. It was a very rewarding experience on a personal level, but also to see the joy and excitement on the face of the crew who worked hard all year made it very special. Q: Your ideal non-race weekend? Anything but working or studying. Sitting on the couch watching some form of sport or spending time with the Wife on the farm. Q: What was your first car? Holden VT Commodore Q: When was your last infringement notice and what was it for? Never been pinged for anything – if you can believe it. Q: What is your favorite high? Achieving something you never thought you would, or proving to someone else that you have done something they said you couldn’t. Q: Who is your dream date? Katy Perry – I hear she’s single now too! Q: Which film do you enjoy the most? Probably Top Gun, but I also liked Anchorman, it was hilarious. Q: Is there anything you are afraid of? Failure Q: What was the last book you read? Catching the Wolf – Jordan Belford Q: Name five things that you hate? 1. People who are not true to their word 2. People who talk about you behind your back 3. Snakes 4. Monday mornings 5. Not living up to my potential Q: Have you ever dyed your hair? Nope Q: What did you’re teachers say about you in your school reports? Average student, needs to pay more attention to detail Q: Do you have any guilty pleasures? I eat way too much junk food Q: Do you collect anything? Not really, unless you count the mass of motorsport trophies stashed in the cupboard. Q: What was your worst buy? Probably my first go kart. If I hadn’t started racing, I’d be a millionaire by now. Q: How do you take your coffee? Latte, 2 sugars Q: What’s the most embarrassing moment you’ve ever had? In year 1 the school organised a fancy dress day. A letter was sent home to tell all the parents about it so mum and my aunty spent all night making up this space man costume for me. I rocked up to school all dressed up and everyone else was wearing their school uniform – it wasn’t for another week and mum had misread the letter. Houston, we have a problem…… Q: What is the best thing that you can cook? Either Butter Chicken or Shepherds Pie. Q: When was the last time you were really angry? Most likely when I left my last job. They frustrated me so much I had to leave even before I got another one. Final Word: I’d like to very much thank Volks Engineering for their support over the years. John Alder has taken me on and given me the equipment to give me every chance to perform at my best. I doubt I would have been as successful as I have been if I had done it on my own. www.volksengineering.com CNJ Motorsport have also been very generous with their time and expertise on the dyno – they’re the best in Brisbane. http://www.4wddyno.com.au/ Career Stats: 2002 1st Yamaha 5 Track Series 2003 1st Gold Coast Kart Club Championship – Sportsman Light 2nd Ipswich Kart Club Championship – Clubman Light Moved to Formula Vee 1200cc 2006 1st Queensland State Championship – 1200cc 2007 3rd Australian Formula Vee Nationals – 1200cc 2008 Move to 1600cc Formula Vee 2009 2010 Sabatical 2011 CAMS Queensland Formula Vee Champion |
2011 Queensland Formula Vee Champion Paul Manteit grew up watching motor sport on TV and started his racing career like many other drivers, including world champions, racing go-karts. Although starting his career later than others due to funding, 2002 had Paul racing in the Clubman class around Ipswich, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast in Queensland. 
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