Group ND Proposal
Mudguard flares and/or bolt-on extensions are free save that:
- They must be approximately semi-circular and bolted/screwed to the bodywork as per PERIOD (not welded/bonded) and not be “flared or boxed bodywork”
- Where they were factory fitted or factory optional to the MODEL in the PERIOD, they should emulate that shape, size and design as seen in PERIOD competition cars
- They must not prevent any rear door from functioning as intended and thus may include a separate door component.
Adjacent modified bodywork must be rendered safe by welding or otherwise bonding the metal panels
Justification and Rationale
Flares were permitted and utilized in Australian Group C and FIA group 2
Various manufacturers offered them as standard equipment or option on certain MODELS in the period, eg, Holden Gemini CDT sedan and coupe, Holden LH/LX Torana, Toyota Celica Supra, Mini Clubman & GT
Giving all competitors the option, takes away any real or perceived performance improvement.
Other proposed rules will limit wheel track increases so there cannot be “stupidly wide” flares that are out of context with the PERIOD appearance
Mandating bolt-on flares is an approach to contain costs and matches PERIOD race appearance, especially in Australia (e GpC)