New Zealand's deep south will host the popular Catlins Coast Rally this weekend, with 67 crews entered, headed by New Zealand Rally Champion, Andrew Hawkeswood.
Hawkeswood will drive his Mazda 2 AP4, but will start as car two behind the Lancer Evo 3 of Andrew Graves.
Another NZRC regular, Matt Summerfield, is back behind the wheel of his Subaru Impreza WRX, while Dean Bond (Mitsubishi), Jeff Judd (Subaru) and Carter Strang (Mitsubishi) are other regulars at the top of the entry list.
Add in the likes of two-wheel drive punters Derek Ayson (Escort), Deane Buist (VW Golf) and Marcus van Klink (Mazda RX7) and you have the makings for one heck of a rally.
Deane Buist will be out for 2WD honours in his VW Golf. Photo: Peter Whitten
Tony Gosling will also give his crowd-pleasing Subaru Legacy RS Turbo a run in a field that just keeps on giving.
The six-stage Catlins Coast Rally will be run over a total of 150 kilometres. The rally is Round 6 of the MRF Tyres Mainland Rally Championship and part of the Eastern Southland Car Club Rally Championship.
The 2018 Catlins Coast Rally will be live-streamed on the Catlins Coast Rally Official Facebook page.
SUBSCRIBE BELOW TO READ THE FULL STORY
RallySport Magazine Subscription
Select Subscription Level
Select Subscription Length
Recurring Subscription Cost
A subscription to RallySport Magazine give you access to all our rally
content from Australia, New Zealand and around the world – with news,
features and experiences nobody can match.
Our team are dedicated to providing an unrivalled experience which
shares, supports and promotes the sport of rallying.
By clicking "Subscribe Now" you agree to receive news, offers and updates on RallySport Magazine.
If you do not wish to receive marketing communications, you can update your preferences in My Account.
We will commence charging your payment method after the 7 day free trial expires.
If you cancel after expiry of your trial, cancellation will take effect from the end of your current monthly subscription period.
You will not be refunded any fees paid to RallySport Magazine unless otherwise set out in the terms and conditions.
Account Created!
Welcome to RallySport Magazine VIP Membership.
Get ready for your rally news experience to completely transform.
Start browsing news, exclusive VIP content or check out your account.
