East African Safari Rally 1971 part1

East African Safari Rally (EAS) 1971, a great movie to highlight the Works Datsun 240Z.
A dozen Works Datsuns took part in this event (1600SSS and 240Z). Z s where driving by nowadays well known men; Edgar Herrmann / Hans Schuller (D/D); Shekhar Mehta / Mike Doughty (EAK/EAK); Rauno Aaltonen / Paul Easter (SF/GB).
Datsuns took first and second place with a 240Z
For detailed information about the Works Datsuns please visit
www.z-point.nl

[@bmp2046]

Superb video brings back great memories of watching the rally in Kenya, thanks very much !!!!

[@bravosnandra3359]

I was 10yr old & watched the rally near Nandi hills-a trip to memory lane - those were the proper cars!!

[@jeanrobson5490]

Nice memories

[@daithimclaughlin]

Great videos Guus, i met Shekar in June 1994! My father was friends with him and also Mike Doughty who is still great craic and a good character!

[@timmytom]

I was there .Only 9years old though. I was allowed to stay up all night to watch the cars

[@guusbol]

I wasnt aware of it thanks for the heads up. Again one great rally driver passed away.

[@rundle1958]

It was in this week's GP Week

[@lizardywizard]

What number was Jack Simonian driving in this event please - trying to spot him following his recent sad passing.

[@hendrikhelweg]

peugeot 504!!

[@rundle1958]

Harry Kallstrom RIP