Overview
Event Name: 1985 1000 Lakes Rally (Finland)
Date: August 23–25, 1985
Start Location: Jyväskylä, Finland
Finish Location: Jyväskylä, Finland
Total Distance: 502 km of special stages
Surface: Gravel
The 1985 1000 Lakes Rally showcased Finnish rallying at its finest—smooth gravel roads, massive jumps, and unmatched average speeds. Timo Salonen put on a masterclass in flow and finesse, dominating on home soil with precision and the raw speed of the Peugeot 205 T16. It was a pivotal win in his march toward the world title.