Prodrive Mini WRC

Everything is about agreements on the beginning. BMW and Prodrive started this project in specific conditions, each side was responsible for their part of the job. BMW done all what they promised, next step is on side of Prodrive...

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Originally Posted by rallyfiend

In an ideal world, yes that would be best.

But that is clearly not what DR and Prodrive sold to BMW. They have failed in their end of the bargain, so why should BMW 'reward' them for that by giving them more cash?

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I dont know but BMW still own the project, dont they? And they could very well go on with the project with another partner. It´s not only Prodrive building rallycars.

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Originally Posted by Fly

Sandell confirmed for Sweden next to Sordo, Prodrive announced.

AUTOhebdo.fr | Sandell avec Mini pour la Suède

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Any word on other events he will do the in 52 car? I bet he may be getting a bit worried now.

It will be a shame if we Mini leaves :( But BMW is like this, I remember their attitude in F1, complete clowns IMO.

I wouldn't be surprised if this situation also has something to do with VW entering next year, with what will be a strong driver line-up and a mahoosive budget. Munich won't want their asses kicked by what they see as a 'lesser' brand.

Obviously that isn't the sole reason, but personally I think it may be a contributing factor...

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Originally Posted by A.F.F.

I just don't get it. We have seen far too many worse enterings from different teams or manufacturers. Mini has been very good due Sordo's tarmac rally results. I'm amazed that won't help Prodrive to get the needed funding. Or am I missing something else here?

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Maybe the economy problem for many companies do not make it easy to sponsor sport?

Motorsport Italia substitui Prodrive com MINI oficiais no WRC - Autosport.pt

Breaking news from Martin Holmes on autosport.pt

Total and immediate split on BMW/Prodrive partnership.

Italia Motorsport gets official MINI status to manage official WRC enters.

Future plans of development will probably continue with german structure.

if that is the case what happens to the drivers?

If Mini continues to race, no problem for me.

Mini pizza or pasta? - Neither. Basta! :D