Tribute to Jim Clark by Colin Chapman
“I think that his most profound influence, certainly on me and all his close associates, was not his ability as a racing driver, but his success as a man.”
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Documentary: Donald Campbell – Speed King
Using rare archive and first hand testimony from those who knew him intimately, this fantastic BBC documentary explores the life of Donald Campbell, one of Britain’s most compelling but doomed heroes.
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Gear: Porsche 936 Junior
We know it’s only the very beginning of April, but it’s time to start thinking about your Christmas list, and how you’re going to swing this amazing Porsche 936 Junior, from Freisinger Motorsport.
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Rockin’ Retro Design: 8380 Laboratories’ ATCC ’85 Unbesiegt & Konig S1 Unbesiegt
From Lotus Formula 1 cars to monstrous Group C Porsches to Australia’s finest touring car champions; the iconic John Player livery has adorned many of the greatest machines in motorsport.
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Fangio’s Mercedes-Benz W196 Up For Auction
The Mercedes-Benz W196 which Fangio drove on the way to the second of his five Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championships is heading to auction at Bonhams’ sale at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on Friday the 12th …
Photo Gallery: Morgan release the Gulf edition 3 wheeler
We are huge fans of the Morgan 3 wheeler here at Motorsport Retro. There is just something about its purity and quirkiness that we really admire.
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Exclusive: Alessandro Nannini on what Kubica faces
Some people simply don’t understand the phrase, “No, you can’t do that.” Alex Zanardi, Alessandro Nannini and Robert Kubica are just some of those people. All three suffered potentially career-ending injuries, yet successfully climbed back …
Photo of the day: Ferrari ready for takeoff
Prepare for launch
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