The 2001 ELMS at Vallelunga was the sixth race of the 2001 European Le Mans Series season. It took place at Autodromo di Vallelunga, Italy, on September 2, 2001.
The 2001 ELMS at Vallelunga was the sixth race of the 2001 European Le Mans Series season. It took place at Autodromo di Vallelunga, Italy, on September 2, 2001.
Class winners in bold.
| European Le Mans Series | ||
|---|---|---|
| Previous race: 2001 ELMS at Most | 2001 season | Next race: 2001 Petit Le Mans |
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