PHOENIX, Arizona, USA -- AV Sport had an eventful rally in California at the weekend, contesting the Rim of the World Rally. With a rainstorm that made the already rough roads a serious hazard, one of the toughest rallies of the series once again lived up to its reputation.

Shane Mitchell and Paul Donnelly drove to a superb Group N win/7th overall, finishing 2 minutes ahead of their nearest competitor. Mitchell is now tied for the lead of the Group N class and looking forward to more familiar roads at STPR.

Tim O�Neil and Alex Gelsomino, in the Air Force Reserve Ford Focus, finished 5th overall. Despite problems with a misting windscreen, O�Neil was able to finish ahead of the 2nd factory Subaru.

Craig Peeper competed for the first time with a new STi engine, enjoying the power benefits over last year�s WRX motor.

Mark Nelson and Charles Bradley debuted the new AV Sport open class Subaru, and despite niggling "new car" problems, were able to get some test mileage in before a turbo failure on the 2nd day.

"To come away from such a tough event with a 5th and 7th overall and a Group N win is very satisfying," commented team boss Andy Brown. Cheers, Mike Anderson AV Sport USA tel 602-431-9357 fax 602-426-0876

Mike Anderson
AV Sport
4300-B E. Magnolia St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
www.avsport.net
tel 602-431-9357
fax 602-426-0876