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1989 Rallye Monte-Carlo (Monaco)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1989 Rallye Monte-Carlo (Monaco)

Date: January 14–19, 1989

Start Location: Various European cities (concentration run)

Finish Location: Monte Carlo, Monaco

Total Distance: 653 km of special stages

Surface: Asphalt and snow

The 1989 Monte Carlo Rally kicked off the new WRC season with a challenging mix of snow and tarmac. Miki Biasion, now driving the latest Lancia Delta Integrale, delivered a masterful performance through changing Alpine conditions. Monte Carlo's signature tire gambles, night stages, and mixed traction zones once again shaped the outcome. Biasion’s victory confirmed both his and Lancia’s continued dominance at the dawn of a new season.

Route

Col de Turini: Legendary climb with icy corners, variable grip, and a foggy night spectacle for fans.
Col de Braus: Hairpin-rich descent requiring absolute control on mixed snow and dry tarmac.
St. Auban–Sigale: Longer flowing section favoring clean, consistent driving over high-risk speed.

The rally featured classic Monte Carlo stages marked by unpredictable surfaces, tight switchbacks, and narrow mountain passes:

Crews faced constant tire and pace note adjustments due to weather shifts, making experience and team coordination essential.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Miki Biasion & Tiziano Siviero · Lancia Delta Integrale
2nd Place
Didier Auriol & Bernard Occelli · Lancia Delta Integrale
3rd Place
Carlos Sainz & Luis Moya · Toyota Celica GT-Four

Biasion’s consistent pace and superior tire choices gave him the edge—marking back-to-back Monte Carlo wins and setting the tone for 1989.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Tire Strategy: Constant switching between studded, slick, and intermediate tires required quick service decisions.
  • Weather Volatility: Alpine snowstorms, sunny valleys, and black ice could all occur within the same stage.
  • Night Driving: Low visibility, glare from ice, and close spectator lines demanded full focus under darkness.

The 1989 Monte Carlo Rally was a tactical battle from start to finish—Biasion’s clinical execution confirmed why he remained the man to beat heading into the new season.

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