Minardi my be Banned from first 3 Races

Minardi have for a long time planned on using their 2004-spec car in the first 3 races of the 2005 season. Due to their extremely low budget, their were unable to run an interim car. Becuase of regulation changes over the winter however their car will be technically illegal. According to FIA president Max Mosely, Minardi would be able to run their 2004-spec car if they were able to attain unanimous support from the other 9 teams. As of now they have the approval of all the other teams except Farrari. Despite the reduction in allowed downforce for the 2005 regulations the new Ferrari F2004-M will still be faster than Minardi's 2004 car. Paul Stoddart, Minardi's team principle, has threatened to take legal if they are not allowed to race. According the him there were some errors in they way the new regulations were enacted.