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G80 M3 ​⁠at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 1:41 lap
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Paul Chin is an amateur racing driver with 29 recorded laps across 13 different vehicles on LapMeta, averaging 2.2 laps per car. This balanced ratio suggests systematic vehicle evaluation approach where comparative experience across diverse platforms takes priority over deep development with any single car. The 13-vehicle portfolio represents substantial automotive exposure spanning diverse performance categories, likely through rental-based track day programs or access to varied machinery enabling broad comparative testing.

His LapMeta data shows concentrated venue familiarity with 12 laps at Current configuration, 6 laps CCW, and 2 laps CCW at different circuit. Despite testing 13 different vehicles, Chin consistently returns to preferred track—suggesting systematic comparison methodology where evaluating diverse platforms at identical familiar venue provides directly comparable performance data. This approach enables authoritative assessment eliminating circuit familiarity variables, revealing pure vehicle characteristic differences.

The 13-vehicle portfolio with two-plus laps per vehicle allows basic but meaningful assessment: first lap establishes fundamental characteristics, second lap builds confidence approaching limits, revealing essential performance envelope without requiring extended development investment. This sampling methodology enables broad comparative understanding across vehicle categories, informing knowledge of how different engineering approaches affect both objective capability and subjective driving experience.

Track day enthusiasts accumulating broad vehicle experience often pursue deliberate comparative education: systematically testing competing platforms within specific performance categories to inform future decisions, or sampling diverse vehicle types to discover which performance philosophy aligns with personal preferences. With 29 laps across 13 vehicles concentrated at familiar venue, Paul Chin's profile reflects systematic automotive sampling methodology supporting comprehensive comparative evaluation, leveraging venue expertise to enable meaningful performance assessments across diverse machinery.

Location:
Seattle, Washington, United States
Level:
Amateur
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LightSpeed Trackdays
Lap Date : 25 Feb, 2024
1min 41.61sec (+1.72s)
Outside Temp: 16 ° C
Laguna Seca
BMW M3 G80 2021 (PaulChin/Sport6)
Stock
Tire: 200 ContactSport 6
Tire Size: FRONT: 275/40/18, REAR: 285/35/19
Published on 29 Jun, 2024

Got to borrow a friend's G80 M3 with 6 speed manual for a Laguna trackday with LightSpeed Track Events. First time at the track and didn't want to push 10/10th on a car that isn't mine. Definitely left a lot time on the table. Hope to make it back with my own car and get in the 30s.

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