At The Carbeque, we are not your typical racing team. We have added a unique twist—BBQ—from the fast world of the 24 Hours of LeMons. Imagine the excitement of driving a sub-$500 automobile around a track for hours while simultaneously cooking some delicious BBQ.
Our team is a crazy mix of personalities: a BBQ pitmaster, a gearhead driven by the love of music, a strong business mind, and a few art students for that creative inspiration. Together, we are stretching the boundaries of what is feasible and transforming racing into an experience with taste as equally important as speed.
Whether your interests are racing, barbecuing, or having a great time, we welcome you to travel this wild road with us. See what happens when passion, inventiveness, and a lot of heat collide. Catch us at the track, and get some freshly made BBQ.
Our Mission: BBQing on the Fast Lane
Our simple but bold goal is to transform BBQ by racing while cooking. By combining two things we love—speed and excellent cuisine—we are giving racing and BBQ enthusiasts a memorable experience.
In the engine compartment of our Saab 900, we have created a unique heat-regulated enclosure that converts racing lap heat into the ideal BBQ pit. We aim to remove the boundaries between racing and cooking with the correct balance of will and creativity.
We are racing to win and provide mouthwatering BBQ along the route. It tastes great, is quick, and is entertaining. We want to encourage people to recognize that even in the race, there is always time for a decent dinner and to think creatively.
Our Car: The Saab 900 Carbeque
Our racing car isn’t your average ride; it’s a customized 1989 Saab 900 that we turned into a mobile BBQ rig. There are many reasons why we decided to go with this particular automobile. First of all, its large, spacious engine bay fits our cooking setup perfectly. Second, both practically and physically, this is a strong, dependable automobile that can handle the heat. Of course, we also grabbed it for only $400, which met the 24 Hours of LeMons spending range.
Still, this old Saab presented some difficulties. There wasn’t much left of the transmission; the second gear was barely holding on, and the reverse was almost gone. Fortunately, we have a replacement transmission ready to go, so she will be in excellent form soon enough. Notwithstanding these hiccups on the road, the Saab 900 has shown to be a tough runner.
How we have altered this automobile makes it very unique. Using the heat from the exhaust manifold, we have constructed a bespoke heat-controlled box that is located in the engine bay. This allows us to slowly cook our BBQ as we race. Using the engine to keep things cooking during the race, this arrangement allows us to provide great meals without flames. It’s a moving BBQ pit, not simply a racing vehicle, adding a whole other taste to the course.
24 Hours of LeMons: The Ultimate Test of Endurance
The 24 Hours of LeMons isn’t your average car race – it’s more like an adventure through speed,
silliness, and creativity! To enter this 24-hour endurance contest, teams must use cars that cost under $500, which often means competitors join with beat-up old vehicles that barely hold together! Each round lasts 24 hours long as these cheap vehicles push themselves beyond their limits in this eventful contest of endurance; this is not simply racing to be the fastest but seeing who can keep running through all the chaos.
What makes The Carbeque perfect is its sense of humor and creativity, where bizarre themes and eccentric ideas shine brightest – making this race an excellent place to debut a car that also serves BBQ!
Our Racing Journey
Over the past several races, our Saab 900 has experienced its fair share of unexpected moments. From broken transmissions to engine troubleshooting issues, its journey has been anything but smooth, but one thing has always remained strong–our BBQ pit. Cooking on board while speeding around has proven popular with fans who stop by our pit to enjoy fresh, off-the-exhaust food.
Our Signature BBQ Recipes
At The Carbeque, BBQ isn’t simply fuel for our bellies; it’s part of our experience. At every race, our team makes homemade BBQ sauces and dry rubs with bold flavors for our pit stops – whether tangy sauce with an edge or flavorful dry rub – creating meals to make every bite memorable!
Future blog posts and videos will offer more details about these flavors and demonstrate their preparation on the race track. From our secret spice mixes to top-of-the-line sauce ingredients, we will demonstrate how barbecue and racing come together in the most delicious ways.
Stay tuned because food is just as important to us at The Carbeque as it is at the finish line.
Join Us at the Track!
At The Carbeque, we love having fans and BBQ enthusiasts along for the ride! You can get involved with The Carbeque in various ways: cheer us on, lend a helping hand, or become part of this exciting BBQ race.
Come to the races, stop by our pit, and grab some delectable BBQ while watching us cook and compete! Or, if you can’t make it personally, follow our journey online through donations or sponsorships; your contributions will help us keep our pit running and car in top condition as we push boundaries both on the track and in culinary creations.
At Carbeque, we are always open to new ideas and partnerships; if you are interested in sponsoring or collaborating, reach out! No matter whether you love racing or BBQ – or both – let’s make history together.