A Castrol Classic - A Dash of the Irish winn... - Michl Technik

Racing a specially prepared camera car through the 1971 Cicuit of Ireland Rally, former winner Paddy Hopkirk captures some spectacular footage for the unique film 'A Dash of the Irish', Local drivers mix with reams from a sfar away as Peru at the 187-car race, which has rapid hill climbs and steep, twisting descents. Even top rally drivers find the haipin turns and rugged terrain tough going. with over 40 cars out of action after the fist night. mechanical failure, rollovers and a fiery crash add to the drama, which continues tight up to the final stage in a close finish.

The 70s racing sceneis futher brought to life in the programme'Winning Ain't easy', which is a comprehensive record of Dealer Team Vauxhall's 1975 motorsport year, featuring drag racing at Wroughton and a super saloon race at Oulton Park. Highlights from the fast tarmac of the Castrol International Manx Rally are also showeased in this 1970s racomg extravaganza.