Short Summary

This film will document one team's journey to compete in the 24 Hours of LeMons - a 24 hour endurance race with cars that cost no more than $500.  The title of the race is a parody - combining the longstanding "24 Hours of Le Mans" with the fact that the $500 cars that are competing are basically "lemons".

These races set themselves apart from the typical road race by the unusual penalties and punishments meted out by judges (for example, one team had to complete a game of Giant Jenga before their driver could get back in the car and return to the track) as well as a blatant disregard for traditional motorsport politicking. The series is similar to the ChumpCar World Series which developed out of it, but retains a more carnival-like atmosphere.

The documentary will start with the creation/recruiting of the team, finding the appropriate car to compete in then preparing it for the race, and finally the actual race.

What We Need & What You Get

• Documenting a racing team for almost a year is expensive and involves a lot of people and equipment.  Funding will be used to offset these costs.
• Perks:
  • For just $10 you will receive recognition in the end credits of the documentary.
  • At the $100 level, you will receive recognition in the end credits of the documentary and a DVD copy of the completed documentary.
  • at the $500 level,  you will receive recognition in the end credits of the documentary,  DVD copy of the completed documentary and access to the team area during the race.
  • at the $1000 level, you will receive recognition in the end credits of the documentary,  DVD copy of the completed documentary, access to the team area during the race and a full-size racing helmet signed by the entire team.
  • at the $5000 level, you will receive recognition in the end credits of the documentary,  DVD copy of the completed documentary, access to the team area during the race, a full-size racing helmet signed by the entire team and you will be able to drive one segment of the race as part of the team

The Impact

This documentary will give the average racing fan an inside look into what's involved with creating a racing team and competing in a race.  Whether the cars involved cost $500 or $500,000 the process is the same.  Many people aren't aware of exactly what's involved behind the scenes of a racing team.

PLUS, because of the nature of the competition, it's just plain fun.