Written by:
Wouter Melissen
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07/16/2008 - 09:35 AM
Charlotte, North Carolina
The first major victory came in 1968 when a Gulf liveried Ford GT40 won the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright. (Photo: ultimatecarpage.com) ยป More Photos
Well over a dozen Lolas were assembled, showcasing the broad scope of the British company’s often very successful products. These ranged from the very first Mk1 Prototype to the B03/00 single seater used by current Formula 1 ace Sebastian Bourdais to clinch four consecutive Champcar titles. On the Sunday he took his old stead out once again. Also present were cars that Lola built for main manufacturers like the Nissan R90C that clinched pole at Le Mans in 1990 and the more recent MG-Lola EX257. Unfortunately engine problems prevented the resurrection of Graham Hill’s 1966 Indy 500 winning T90 to make its ‘debut’. Damon Hill was in line to drive it, but instead took out in a similar car that was raced in period by Jackie Stewart.
One of the sport’s most popular liveries dates back to the 1960s when corporate sponsoring was introduced in Europe. The distinct powder blue and orange colours of Gulf have since then adorned many great racing cars. The first major victory came in 1968 when a Gulf liveried Ford GT40 won the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright. The cherry on the fortieth anniversary celebrations of that victory came a few weeks ago when a Gulf sponsored Aston Martin DBR9 won its class at Le Mans. Still covered in its Le Mans filth, it was demonstrated by victorious driver Antonio Garcia.
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