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Carlos Sainz – one of the most naturally gifted and fiercely competitive drivers ever to grace the World Rally Championship. In just six short years he had overcome the might of Lancia and the mechanical frailties of his Toyota machinery to claim the World Championship twice. This extraordinary film grants unparalleled access to one of motorsport’s true legends, joining him in his Madrid home as he discusses his road to the top, his frustrations, his triumphs and his stunning World Championship success.

Action-packed rally footage from around the world recalls each of his most significant early victories, including the 1000 Lakes in 1990 – when he became the first non-Scandinavian to take victory – and his sensational performance at the Argentinean Rally in 1991. The fast and furious film charts Sainz’s WRC career from the start through to his second World Championship win, in the final round of the dramatic 1992 season.

Plus there’s rare footage of an early foray into single seater racing at the 1983 Formula Ford World Cup and his first WRC events in 1987 and ’88, when he showed the flamboyance and skill which would later bring championship victory.

Throughout, we hear from Sainz himself as he reflects on the triumphs, and the disasters, as well as discussing fitness, the media, his family life and much more. We also hear from those who know him best, including brother Antonio and long-time co-driver Luis Moya, a key part of the Carlos Sainz story.

A talented footballer and squash player with an eye on a legal career, Sainz decided on motorsport and only failure to land a budget for Formula 3 saw the Spaniard opt for rallying over circuit racing. His early performance proved he had made the right decision, and earned him a works drive with the Toyota Celica GT-4. Despite his obvious talents on all surfaces and in all conditions, the Celica was beset by mechanical problems and simply did not have the pace to match the iconic Lancia Deltas.

It would not be until 1990, his fourth year in WRC, that Sainz would finally claim that elusive first win. Once he had tasted victory nothing could hold him back - he went on to notch up a further three wins on his way to his first World Rally Championship title. Despite five wins, reliability issues with the Toyota the next year saw Sainz lose out on a second title at the very last round. However, the ever-determined Spanish star fought back in 1992 to snatch championship glory against all expectations in yet another gripping, down-to-the-wire title battle.

Although he would continue in rallying’s top flight for another 13 years, before finding a new career in desert races like the Dakar Rally, Sainz would never again claim the sport’s ultimate prize.

This film is the complete story of Carlos Sainz’s journey to World Rally Championship glory, told by the man himself.

Bonus feature:
This DVD includes a comprehensive review of the historic 1990 1000 Lakes Rally, one of Sainz’s most enthralling drives and important victories.

 

 

 

From 1984 to 1989 the Manx Rally played a pivotal role in the outcome of the British Open Championship, actually seeing the title winner decided five times in a row. The action-packed footage in this DVD lets you relive the drama and controversy from each year as the biggest names in rallying take on the challenging special stages of the Isle of Man, with the tight and twisting roads and lanes regularly living up to their reputation as car-breakers. Manx Rallies of the 1980s features an all-star cast of great drivers, led by five-times British Champion Jimmy McRae, Russell Brookes, Mark Lovell, Malcolm Wilson, Tony Pond, Bertie Fisher and Pentti Airikkala, with stunning appearances by the likes of Roger Clark, Hannu Mikkola, Juha Kankkunen, Michelle Mouton and a young Colin McRae, who puts in a typically stunning performance.

There’s an equally impressive line-up of legendary cars, including the Ford RS200 and Metro 6R4 Group B monsters, the Opel Manta 400, Audi Quattro, Ford Sierra Cosworth, Vauxhall Astra GTE and more.

Enjoy amazing footage from a classic era of rallying, including plenty of in-car action courtesy of Jimmy McRae and Roger Clark, in Manx Rallies of the 1980s.

"Ingrained in British Rallying folklore, the Manx Rally and its fast, narrow lanes attracted top names and cars - particularly in the 1980s. 

Catch great Brits like McRae, Brookes and Pond scrapping with Mikkola, Mouton, and Blomqvist.

 

 

Ford's Escort is an icon of world rallying, and this action-packed DVD shows exactly why its earliest incarnations remain as popular today as ever. Escorts - Supreme Rallying Fords of the '70s features archive film charting two of the car's most remarkable feats.
Five for the Fiesta follows the entire story of the incredible 1970 World Cup Rally, an odyssey from London's Wembley Stadium, venue of the 1966 football World Cup, to Mexico City, that would host the event in 1970.
Almost 100 cars set out to travel the 16,000 miles across 25 countries and three continents. However, the route proved a car-breaker - the first 4,000 miles across Europe ended the hopes of 25 crews and, as the battle continued across South America, the challenges and dangers, including dust, traffic, massive falls and lack of oxygen, saw the field diminished to just 23 by the finish.
Ford fielded modified Mark I machines and a strong line-up of drivers, including rally greats Hannu Mikkola, Timo Makinen, Roger Clark, Gunner Palm and Tony Fall - plus England football legend Jimmy Greaves! Determination and teamwork saw Ford dominate the results, with five Escorts in the top eight and victory for Mikkola and Palm.
This exceptional film charts the entire story, with action footage, interviews with members of the Ford team and rare behind-the-scenes film.
The second film, 1977 RAC Rally, is packed with action from one the truly classic events, as well as one of Ford's most successful ever competitions. The Escort RS1800 was the class of the field, taking victory with Bjorn Waldegard at the wheel, but also securing third, fourth, fifth and sixth places for the marque. There is no added commentary to get in the way of the atmospheric and evocative sounds of the cars at speed as they tackle the incredible stages if Britain, so you can fully enjoy the awesome sounds of these iconic rallying machines.
For many the Ford Escort is the ultimate rally car - and this is the ultimate celebration.

   

 

In the World Rally Championship anything can happen - and usually does! Get ready to experience the most spectacular, shocking and hilarious incidents from almost two decades of high speed drama. Exceptional action footage, including plenty from inside the cars, charts the Craziest Moments from the WRC. Legends including Colin McRae, Sebastien Loeb, Richard Burns, Tommi Makinen, Marcus Gronholm, Carlos Sainz, Petter Solberg and many more treat us to the thrills and spills which make rallying one of the most spectacular sports on Earth. You'll see the best drivers coping with ever-changing weather, heart-breaking retirements and getting too close for comfort with the wildlife - including some naked Swedes! There's also scorching fires, flaring tempers, wacky fans and the madcap antics of the charismatic and always-entertaining Gigi Galli. WRC's Craziest Moments also gives you the chance to experience the highs and lows of life as a co-driver, from the elation of victory to the bone-shattering crash landings - plus the story of the stray metal pole which left its mark on Timo Rautiainen's posterior! Discover what the crews do to keep the cars on the road, including making use of swimming pools, shoe laces and turning rocks into tools, and share the heart-break of coming within metres of World Championship success only to lose out with the end in sight.

Alongside the mud-spitting, car-wrecking, spine-jarring action we hear the full stories behind these craziest moments from the drivers, co-drivers including Phil Mills, Robert Reid, Nicky Grist, Daniel Elena and Luis Moya, plus team bosses like Malcolm Wilson.

The World Rally Championship is loaded with incredible incidents, and this DVD features all the Craziest Moments.

 

 

See the group A cars in all there glory. Celica GT4, Lancia Intergrale, Mitsubishi Galant VR4, Mazda 323 4WD. This DVD is a treat for the rally fan with the wonderful sounds of the cars not spoilt by any commentary. Some of the Worlds best drivers of the time came to Rally Australia to do battle on some of the most slippery gravel roads in the world. If you competed in this event then you are more than likely on this DVD as well because we covered most cars during the event.

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Some of the entry list.

J. Kankkunen	J. Piironen	1	Delta
C. Sainz	L. Moya	2	Celica (ST165)
K. Eriksson	S. Parmander	3	Galant
I. Carlsson	P. Carlsson	5	323 (BF/3)
M. Ericsson	C. Billstam	6	Celica (ST165)
D. Auriol	B. Occelli	7	Delta
G. de Mevius	A. Hertz	8	323 (BF/3)
A. Fiorio	L. Pirollo	9	Delta
E. Weber	M. Feltz	10	Golf (2)
R. Millen	T. Sircombe	11	323 (BF/3)
J. Recalde	M. Christie	12	Delta
G. Trelles	D. Muzio	13	Delta
A. Oreille	M. Roissard	14	R5
L. Aitken-Walker	T. Thörner	15	Kadett (E)
P. de Martini	U. Gibellini	16	90
R. Dunkerton	S. McKimmie	18	Galant
P. Bourne	R. Freeth	19	Legacy
E. Ordynski	. UNKNOWN	21	Galant
T. Mäkinen	S. Harjanne	22	Galant
K. Inoue	S. Hayashi	23	Galant

 

 

Full 2007 WRC coverage. Featuring bonus extras on new Aussie star Chris Atkinson, widely tipped as a future Champion, this highlights program is non-stop action! The World Rally Championship is recognized as the most demanding motorsport series on the planet!