Rally-Driver.com: Henri Toivonen – His Rally Days released on DVD

Henri Toivonen – His Rally Days released on DVD
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Elton Murphy on 08 December, 2008 05:49:00
 
Henri Toivonen was, without doubt, one of the fastest, most spectacular and most
popular rally drivers of his generation. His tragic death, with co-driver Sergio
Cresto, in 1986 was a devastating blow to the sport and Toivonen’s many fans.
Following his death, respected Italian motorsport documentary-maker Belle
Epoque Film created the perfect tribute to a stunning driver – a programme
featuring the very best rally action footage available from throughout
Toivonen’s career.
We are delighted to announce this classic and evocative film is finally
available on DVD. Henri Toivonen – His Rally Days is loaded with exceptional
footage of Toivonen blasting along special stages, power sliding around hairpins
and demonstrating his sublime skill on snow, ice, mud, gravel and high-speed
tarmac.
Charting his career from 1977 to ‘86, it features action from every year and
more than 40 events, including classics like the RAC, 1000 Lakes and
Monte-Carlo.
Although the footage from the early years is brief, it shows Toivonen’s
development as a driver and emergence as a star of the future, as he graduates
from the Chrysler Avenger to the Talbot Sunbeam, on to the Rothmans-backed Opels
and Porsche and, finally, to the Martini Lancia team and the magnificent S4, one
of the icons of the Group B era.
Toivonen was an exceptional driving talent, taking his first World Rally win at
just 24 to become the youngest-ever WRC winner – a remarkable record which
would stand for almost 30 years.
This film features 60 minutes of Toivonen at his finest, displaying the skills
which created a legend, and includes interviews which show the dedication,
determination and humour that made him such a favourite with fans.
The remarkable footage is accompanied by informed commentary, written by
respected motorsport journalist Keith Oswin.
While the commentary explores the full story of Toivonen’s remarkable career,
the undoubted highlight of this film’s soundtrack is the evocative roaring of
rally car engines at speed, not least the growling 550bhp of the S4 - the
perfect tribute to a giant of the sport – that’s why we have included an
option to switch off the commentary, so you can sit back and enjoy the
magnificent sounds.
Henri Toivonen – His Rally Days is available now, priced at £12.99 on DVD
from leading video outlets or direct from Duke Video: Tel 01624 640000, fax
01624 640001 or email mail@dukevideo.com. Visit www.dukevideo.com online.