Inspired by the 1969 film, the Italian Job is an annual sponsored Mini Cooper rally from Italy to Britain. Each two-man team is required to raise £1500, and the event has made over £2 million for children's charities.
First held in 1990, the rally has been so successful that in 2009 it celebrates its 30th run. Brighton-based Mini nut Freddie St George is the Noel Coward behind the caper, with Michael Caine a patron. Minis are the cars of choice, but any car that appears in the 1969 film can be used; Aston Martin DB4s, E-type Jags and Alfa Giula police cars have all taken part.
In 2009 the rally starts in Turin, taking in Rome, Monza, Florence and Imola before routing through France and ending somewhere in south-east England. Check the website for the latest itinerary.
In 2009 the rally starts in Turin, taking in Rome, Monza, Florence and Imola before routing through France and ending somewhere in south-east England. Check the website for the latest itinerary.
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