History 2000s

2000 Rally of Malaysia (Malaysia)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2000 Rally of Malaysia (Malaysia)

Date: October 6–8, 2000

Start Location: Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Finish Location: Johor Bahru, Malaysia

Total Distance: ~900 km (estimated full route)

Competitive Stages: ~240 km

Surface: Gravel

Part of the FIA Asia-Pacific Rally Championship (APRC), the 2000 Rally of Malaysia brought extreme heat, humidity, and slippery jungle gravel to the forefront. Possum Bourne capitalized on his experience and composure under pressure to dominate the tropical terrain and claim another regional victory in the Subaru Impreza WRX.

Route

Low Grip Conditions: Slick clay-based gravel made even more treacherous by rainfall and humidity.
Jungle Sections: Claustrophobic tree-lined roads demanded maximum precision and limited visibility.
Drainage Cuts: Fast roads with deep ruts and water damage — hard on suspensions and driver focus.

The rally utilized palm oil plantation roads and forest trails, offering fast, narrow gravel tracks lined with thick vegetation. Key route features included:

The tropical climate made car setup and tire selection a constant battle between cooling efficiency and traction control under unpredictable weather swings.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Possum Bourne & Mark Stacey · Subaru Impreza WRX
2nd Place
Karamjit Singh & Allen Oh · Proton Pert
3rd Place
Armin Kremer & Klaus Wicha · Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VI

Bourne led from the front, showing measured aggression in slippery conditions. Singh delighted the home crowd with a strong second-place finish, while Kremer battled heat and visibility issues to complete the podium.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Jungle Heat: Cockpit temperatures exceeded 45°C — driver endurance and hydration were mission-critical.
  • Grip Variation: Sun-baked clay gave way to slick mud without warning — precise throttle and steering input were vital.
  • Wildlife & Vegetation: Sudden appearances of animals and dense foliage forced quick reactions and exact line selection.

Possum Bourne’s Malaysian win underlined his mastery of endurance rallying — combining intelligence, stamina, and skill to dominate in one of the toughest climates on the APRC calendar.

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