The 1991 Classic Marathon released on DVD

Spectacular Alpine passes and European villages provide the breathtaking backdrop for this truly awesome celebration of the Golden Era of motoring.

In 1991, 130 crews gathered in London for an epic seven-day, 2000-mile journey across six countries. It was a staggering line up of great drivers, including legends like Stirling Moss and Timo Makinen, in iconic cars – MGB, Jaguar, Austin Healey, Mini Cooper, Aston Martin, Morgan, Alfa Romeo and many more.

Now you can enjoy the incredible 1991 Classic Marathon on DVD for the first time. This title is the latest addition to the collectable series of Classic Marathon reviews released by Duke.

All the cars are at least 25-years-old, but this is no sedate drive in the country! This is a dramatic and competitive race to the end, with speed trials and gruelling climbs through mountain passes.

The Classic Marathon recreates the action and atmosphere of the great Alpine rallies of the past in a wonderful celebration of a Golden Era of motoring. A mouth-watering collection of vintage cars are put through their paces as speed tests, long runs through glorious scenery and gruelling climbs through mountain passes combine to create the longest and toughest classic rally in the world.

This DVD is packed with unmissable moments, including a nip and tuck battle up the infamous Stelvio pass filmed from inside the chasing car, on-board footage alongside rally legend Makinen at speed and an event-ending crash captured by a car-mounted camera!

The review boasts breathtaking film of vintage vehicles at speed against the backdrop of spectacular scenery and the sounds of evocative engine notes. You join the epic adventure as the crews meet the demands of the gruelling route, through challenging weather and an unbelievable night stage.

Wonderful camerawork, amazing footage and the informed commentary of respected motorsport historian Neville Hay transport viewers to the roads of Europe to join great drivers and iconic cars for a celebration of the true spirit of motoring.

The Classic Marathon is perhaps best summed up in Mr Hay’s own words: ‘A sight to stir the senses.’

Classic Marathon 1991 is released 12th May, priced at £10.99 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.