Lotus 49 Manual 1967-1970 (all marks): An insight into the design, engineering, maintenance and operation of Lotus's ground-breaking Formula 1 car (Haynes Owners Workshop Manual)

Wagstaff, Ian

ISBN 10: 0857334123 / ISBN 13: 9780857334121

Published by Haynes Publishing UK, 2014

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Synopsis:

It was the first car to use the legendary Cosworth DFV engine. The car was designed around the DFV engine, and was highly significant in being the first successful Formula One car to feature the engine as a structural member. The Lotus 49 was also significant in being the first F1 car to feature aerodynamic wings, and was the first car to feature commercial sponsorship, in the form of the famous red, gold and white Gold Leaf Team Lotus colors. Jim Clark famously won on the car's debut at Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix in 1967, and it would also provide him with the last grand prix win of his career in 1968, before Graham Hill went on to win the 1968 F1 World Championship using the car. This manual provides a fascinating insight into the design, evolution, operation, maintenance and restoration of the Lotus 49.

About the Author: Freelance journalist Ian Wagstaff won the Mercedes Benz Montagu of Beaulieu Trophy for his book, The British at Le Mans. He wrote for Autosport and Motoring News before becoming press and promotions manager at Silverstone in the late 1970s. His current work for Racecar Engineering, Race Engine Technology, Performance Racing Industry, The Paddock, The Red Bulletin and Auto Technology takes him to races throughout Europe and the USA, including the Indianapolis 500.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Lotus 49 Manual 1967-1970 (all marks): An ...
Publisher: Haynes Publishing UK
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: As New
Edition: 1st Edition