That's true, but I can't help feeling that an Audi Quattro (or any other 4 wheel drive rally car) would have dispensed with the stage with a lot less opposite lock and wheel turning!

 

Still, it's a testament to the Escort that it is still (relatively) competitive as a rally car.

On the day, Chris Meeke in the youtube clip was only 3 seconds slower than a WRC Ford Focus, or at least until he hit a rock in the undergrowth and his rally was over.  Chances are a Quattro would rule the day and be less dramatic, I have to agree.

But isn't comparing a 4wd audi with a turbo like dustbin to a normally aspirated 2wd Escort a bit like comparing a Fabia with a Mustang or TVR?

 

Oh hold on a minute.... silly me of course it is.

Thought it was good , deffo a substitute for top gear as I think it's had its day now, and you can't beat 5th gears new series still on history

Sorry to ask but what were the last few songs.

 

Particularly the ones before rebel rebel?

 

Is driving me nuts now.

Guess nobody was listening !

I really liked the show. You've got to remember they are trying to attract an audience so can't be too technical. 

 

Made me REALLY want to go for a drive! 

Tonight,  

Mini Cooper MK1

Lovely restoration of a very rare Downton Mini Cooper.

Lovely restoration of a very rare Downton Mini Cooper.

Absolutely.

How come the original Mini, just like the Mk1 escort still look just SO SO good?

 

Thoroughly enjoyable series.

Ant is so clever - certainly knows his cars.

 

Also loved the guy last night who restores the speedos etc. Sadly, last of a dying breed as no one (apprentice?) to take over his business.