1989 Wellington 500, Schnitzer Documentary

In 1988 Team BMW Schnitzer came to Wellington and won. In 1989 they returned determined to make it two in a row. The drivers were Roberto Ravaglia (Italy), Emanuele Pirro (Italy), Fabien Giroix (France) and Steve Soper (UK). They were led by their charismatic team boss and tactician Karl Charlie Lamm and accompanied by their entourage of wives, girlfriends and mechanics. This documentary was filmed during their stay in New Zealand. It questions some of the myths and mystique surrounding the team. Are they playboys, highly paid petrolheads, entertainers or professional sportsmen To the motor racing fan, this offers an informative look behind the scenes at what it took to win the Wellington 500. To the curious, it is a fascinating glimpse into the lifestyles of the rich, famous. .. and fast.