Project Rally Car – Ford Fiesta, Part 1
It’s been a long time since RallySport Magazine took on the challenge of building a rally car, but in 2022 we decided it was time to do it again.
- Jun 7th, 2024
- by Matthew Whitten
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- Feb 5th, 2024
- by Luke Whitten
The prototype Corolla bound for a second life
For a long time Toyota rally fan, there are many classic cars to choose from, but a hugely successful Australian-built variant might not be high on the list.
Read More- Jan 31st, 2024
- by Bruce Keys
IFK250: Just another Datsun 1600? – Part 2
Having progressed from an FB Holden to a very mild Datsun 1600, Geoff, Ross and IFK 250 are moving up the seeding order and adding to their reputation for being fast and collecting a few trophies along the way.
Read More- Jan 24th, 2024
- by Bruce Keys
IFK250: Just another Datsun 1600? – Part 1
This is the story of the world’s most famous Datsun 1600. Just another Datto 1600”… Not really. Well, sort of, but not really …
Read More- Dec 29th, 2023
- by Peter Whitten
Feature car: Possum Bourne’s 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX
If ever there was a test of Possum Bourne’s greatness, it was in 2002. Not unexpectedly, the New Zealand great came out on top in his Group N Subaru Impreza WRX.
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- Dec 19th, 2023
- by Matthew Whitten
Dually lucky – Bond’s two Escorts
For most of us, driving a BDA Escort, let alone owning one is a pipe dream, but for David Bond, it became a reality – twice.
Read More- Sep 22nd, 2023
- by Matthew Whitten
Feature: Stratford’s Fiesta G4 to debut
Adrian Stratford has been hard at work preparing his newly built Ford Fiesta G4 in his workshop in Bendigo and is proud of his outcome.
Read More- Aug 1st, 2023
- by RallySport Magazine
Colin McRae’s ‘ultimate’ Ford Escort Mk2
Mid-way through 2007, we published a feature on Colin McRae’s newly built Ford Escort Mk2 – a car that is now up for auction in the UK. Here’s the story as it appeared then, with some brilliant photos of McRae’s ‘ultimate Escort’.
Read More- Jun 29th, 2023
- by Peter Whitten
The APRC winner that’s still taking titles
One of Australia’s fastest Subaru rally cars is currently sitting in a shed in Newcastle, and it has a history like no other.
Read More- May 26th, 2023
- by Peter Whitten
Formaz Escort resurfaces after 30-year hibernation
One of the most popular rally cars in Victoria in the mid-1980s has resurfaced, with its driver, Terry Harris, reminiscing about his memorable 1985 season in the sport.
Read More- Apr 26th, 2023
- by Peter Whitten
Introducing: The World’s Fastest Fonda
Burt Monroe, he of the World’s Fastest Indian fame, put Invercargill on the map when he raced his motorcycle at record speeds across the American salt plains.
Read More- Apr 13th, 2023
- by Luke Whitten
Patton’s ‘Fancer’ build something special
Everyone loves a new rally car, and for Mick Patton, his Ford Fiesta G4 has been 18 months in the making.
Read More- Apr 11th, 2023
- by Peter Whitten
Why the Impreza H6 is NZ’s latest ‘must have’ rally car
When you think Subaru rally cars, you immediately think Impreza WRX, but in New Zealand, Imprezas of the 6-cylinder variety are becoming more and more popular.
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