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Staples2Naples is a European Banger rally organised by StreetSafari.
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Staples2Naples is a European Banger rally organised by StreetSafari.
The first Staples2Naples rally took place in 2003. [1] The initial rally took place over 4 days and involves participants driving 1,500 miles to Naples in cars bought for less than £100. "Staples" from the name refers to Staples Corner, a junction in the M1 motorway. [2] [3] It was won by Team Frontbum consisting of Stumpy, Wolfie and Undies.[ citation needed ]
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