World Rally Mexico 2004 - Anyone going?

Mexico is hosting it’s first ever WRC event March 11-14, 2004 (Official Site). The stages will be held in and around the cities of Leon and Guanajuato, which I believe are relatively close to Mexico City.

Any dopers planning on going? I’m considering it, and I have a couple of questions…

First of all, what’s the best way to get there from So. Cal.? Fly to Mexico City, rent a car and drive? I assume I’m going to need a car to drive to the stage locations.

Any recommendations on good places to stay? It’s only about 3 months away, so if I’m going, I need to make reservations soon.

I’ve never spectated at a rally event before, what’s involved? Do you just pick a spot along the course and wait for the cars to come by? Are you allowed to go into the service areas and such?

Any experienced Rally fan input is appreciated.

Okay, just a little bump. If no one responds this time, I’ll let the thread die a natural death…