Here you can find info on each of the amazing Group B rally cars that competed in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and international rallying. (clicking on the image opens in the same window while clicking on the car name opens in a new tab)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- CLASS B-12 (top tier cars)
- CLASS B-9, B-10, B-11 (lower tier cars)
- GROUP 4 TRANSFERS
- GROUP B PROTOTYPES (& never raced cars)
- GROUP B RALLYCROSS CARS
- POST-BAN EVOLUTIONS
- SPECIAL PROJECT CARS
- GROUP S PROTOTYPES
- GROUP B RULES & REGULATIONS
- HOMOLOGATION LIST
- REFERENCES
CLASS B-12
CLASS B-9, B-10, B-11
GROUP 4 TRANSFERS
In 1982, when the new regulations took effect, previously homologated Group 4 cars could get transferred into Group B if the manufacturer applied for the change. It is notable to mention that the first year of Group B was run almost entirely with Group 4 transfers. Here they are;
Alfa_Romeo_Alfetta_Turbodelta
Ford_Escort_RS_2000
Vauxhall_Chevette_2300_HSR
REFERENCES
The “true” Group B homologation specials that were built entirely from scratch specifically to compete in the class are highlighted in RED.
Some manufacturers used an existing production model but built a limited series of modified cars specifically for Group B homologation. These “semi-homologation” cars are highlighted in ORANGE.
The manufacturers that used mainstream high volume (production) vehicles for Group B homologation are highlighted in GREEN.
Group 4 based homologation specials are highlighted in BLUE.
The complete Group B homologation list can be found HERE (click).
AWIN Affiliates Program – by purchasing books with the links provided here you are also helping to support the Rally Group B Shrine!*
Group B – The rise and fall of rallying’s wildest cars (English)
Gruppe B – Aufstieg und Fall der Rallye-Monster (German)
Group 4 – From Stratos to quattro (English)
Gruppe 4 – Das Jahrzehnt der Heckschleudern (German)
For other publications specific to a rally car, driver or event – please visit the Rally Group B Shrine BOOK STORE (click).
For videos specific to a rally car, driver or event – please visit DUKE’S VIDEO STORE (click).
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