There’s not really much that can be added in written form about the two videos included here. Both focus on the halcyon days of rallying, the Group B era (1982–86).
The first clip runs for seven minutes and includes some super slo-mo footage perfectly complemented by a dramatic music score. The second is for the real enthusiasts and runs for 11 minutes. It features the sound of the Group B cars in all their high-revving glory. You might want to flick the volume to 11 for that one.
You may remember the video we featured last year “This is rallying”, these two clips have been compiled by the same guy. Nice work, hey!
[via Autoblog | Thanks to Richard for the tip]
4 replies on “WRC is for boys. Group B was for men.”
Great vids Lima. I like them both, although my favourite is the second one at real speed with engine noise! I love the group B period. However, what is the story with the crowd management etc??? Its amazing that there was not an accident with hundreds killed and injured
Yeah, I agree Robbo, the second clip is awesome!
hows the crowd in the 2nd video at 2.20 standing at the bottom of the blind crest!
@Robbo: There were accidents with multiple kills & dozens (!) injured, especially in 1986. It’s the very reason Group B got banned the same year.