You want a sophisticated group B monster modified for 24 Hour endurance? Well, I think I have one here…
#MBS Vole MkIII GT-R Spec
Developed in 1983 to replace the MkII Vole Rally Spec, the MkIII Rally is a modified MBS Vole MkIII hatchback, with new a kevlar reinforced body and a new 2.8L V8 engine. Featuring double wishbone suspension, a 5 speed manual gearbox, and an AWD 56/44 power distribution. Overall, this makes the car weigh less than a tonne, allowing its engine to push it to across the track at speeds rivalling other more powerful cars.
The car being used in this endurance race is a modified car with lower ride, and has the engine limited to around 350hp to make it driveable (Normally, the engine would produce over 500 hp). However, even with the engine power halved, the car still accelerates from 0-62mph in 3.4s.
This variant of the Vole MkIII competed in the 1985 Rally Príncipe de Asturias coming 3rd and 5th.
The main drivers of the MBS Rally Team will be competing using the #31 car.
Drivers:
-Siimon Mäkeläinen: [Main Driver] The main driver for MBS Rally Team, Siimon, joined in 1979 at the age of 21 and competed in multiple races, winning 7 times from 1979-1985. His first rally win was in the MBS Vixen Rally in 1981.
-Stevie Owen: [Main Driver] The second main driver for MBS Rally Team, Stevie was a touring car champion, winning the BTCC multiple times, winning twice with the MBS Race Team using the MBS Capulet in 1970 and 1972.
-René Saint-Yves: [Navigator/Reserve Driver] The navigator/reserve driver for MBS Rally Team, René joined in 1972 aged 27, helping MBS win at the prestigious Monte Carlo Rally in 1976, as navigator for Jeff Stevens in the #31 MBS Montague Turbo Rally.