Heathfield team takes on Monte Carlo rally challenge!

A car taking part in the Monte Carlo or Bust rally

Father and son duo, Mike and Justin Slaughter from Heathfield are taking part in Europe’s largest banger driving challenge this summer.

The Monte Carlo or Bust Rally will see around 75 vehicles, each purchased for £500 or less, travel from the UK to Monte Carlo via Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Switzerland and Italy.

The rally challenges entrants to source and decorate a banger for less than £500 and take part in a variety of fun challenges along the way competing for points and prizes.  The three-day crusade will see the bangers visit some of Europe’s most exciting locations and experience spectacular roads with backdrops of sun, sea, sand and snow.

Previous participants have raised over £300,000 for UK charities and received media coverage on both sides of the Channel.  Organisers are confident that the 2018 will be even bigger success. The team will be fundraising for Uckfield Hospital..

Rally spokesperson, Simon Johnston, comments:  “We are delighted that Mike and the team are joining us this summer on Europe’s ultimate banger rally adventure.   This is a brilliant opportunity to have an amazing driving experience in one of the worst cars from Heathfiel.”

The team now has until May to get their car and fancy dress ready for the event.  More information can be found on the event website at www.bustrallies.com.