The 1966 McLaren M1B was a lightweight, fiberglass-bodied sports prototype developed for the Can-Am series, featuring a spaceframe chassis and typically powered by a big-block American V8 engine. As an evolution of the M1A, the M1B marked McLaren’s growing presence in North American racing, showcasing Bruce McLaren’s engineering ingenuity and competitive ambition.
Unique features: Drivers in 1966: Frank Gardner, Bob Bondurant and Jacky Icyx
Quote from the owner, Raymond Boissoneau: “My most memorable win was at Zwartkops, Johannesburg, South Africa. I never thought that I would be in a country that is so beautiful doing something that I love to do. I also won the combined overall fastest time. After traveling 10,000 miles, it was the best victory I have ever had. They had the largest spectator crowd they have ever had for this historic race.”
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