Group B Rallysprint

[M.Lowe]

Whats started from an idea by myself to run a 6R4 only sprint has now changed into a Sprint for all Group B cars.

Darlington and District Motorclub have been asked to organise a sprint at Croft for Group B cars to determine which of the machines from the classic era of rallying is the fastest.

Apart from its on going centenary celebrations, the club is planning to pitch classics like the Peugeot 205T16, Audi Quattro, MG Metro 6R4 and Ford RS200 against each other.

The sprint format has been proposed because it would allow as many owners of the fire breathing cars to compete as possible.

DDMC'S plans includes classes from full spec original Group B cars, current rally spec machines and road going versions, running alongside the event will be an event for Classic Rally cars.

It is expected that each run would consist of 2 laps of the Croft circuit and at least four runs would be contested.

DDMC wants owners and drivers of such classic machines to register their interest with Terry Wright on 01325 359895 or by email at cars@darlington-motorclub.org.uk

[M.Lowe]

If anyone knows somebody willing to sponsor the event which would be an ideal corporate day out please get intouch

[b1ackcr0w]

Can't help you with the sponsorhip thing. How about some free, worldwide radio publicity for your event?

Ten Tenths Radio can help. Please PM me if you're interested!

Cheers,

[M.Lowe]

Thanks for the offer, I will take you up on it.

If you could mention about the above I will then let you have more details when the event has more info
Thanks
Mark

[BertMk2]

Please, please get hold of at least one rally spec S4 for this! Sounds like it should be a superb event, do you know roughly when it'll be taking place? Hopefully there'll be plenty of the group B monsters out to play (I guess the slowly sideways group have been contacted?). Dorans RS200 is another that should be encouraged to be there

[M.Lowe]

I will try my best Bert as I have apporoached a guy that might know some S4 owners.

Dates and other info will be given out later

[BertMk2]

Originally Posted by M.Lowe

I will try my best Bert as I have apporoached a guy that might know some S4 owners.

Excellent news! I've never seen an S4 in action......

[HrRACING]

Have you contacted Pat Mark?

[M.Lowe]

not yet

[FRM]

Hi, it was with great delight that I 'stumbled' across this forum today.

I did try and mail you at cars@darlington-motorclub.org.uk but received a 'Undeliverable' report.

I'm a member of the Blackpool South Shore Motor Club and a co-founder of the Fylde Rally Marshals. It would be fantastic to see the Group B's out, I know a couple of guys with 6R4's so I'll let them know about your idea.

I know there'd be a few of us (experienced Rally Marshals) keen to attend the event and would appreciate it if you could keep me informed on developments.

Good Luck
Jason

[dougs]

My uncle, ex-rallycross driver, Brian Betteridge has a mint road version of the RS200 which he shows at RS owners events around the country. If you do decide to have a static display of road version group B cars he may be interested in displaying his. (it really is an imaculate car, winner of many shows)

Also on the subject of sponsorship, if you need any help looking for potential sponsors I would like to offer my services. It is an area of marketing which has always interested me and I would like to become involved with.

[M.Lowe]

help greatfully accepted

i will find another mail for darlo site
or email me and i will pass on details

static displays and trade stands wanted

[M.Lowe]

cars@darlington-motor-club.org.uk

[fullcircle]

Is there a likely date yet?

[M.Lowe]

probably mid march