Lotus 19 Climax #96 Dan Gurney 1962

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History:
This specific Lotus 19 was driven by Dan Gurney to win the first 3-hours of Daytona (which later became the 24 Hours of Daytona). Dan Gurney famous won the 3-hours of Daytona by coasting the car across the line after the car ran out of fuel on the last lap. His sizable lead let him limp back to the starting line to win the inaugural Daytona endurance race.

Wins:
24 Hours of Daytona: 1 (1962)

Specs:
Engine: Coventry Climax FPF V8
Weight: 454kg (1,000lbs)
Length: 3,581mm (141in)
Width: 1,537mm (60.5in)
Height: 787mm (31in)
Wheelbase: 2,413mm (95in)

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[Dotini]

This, and the Cooper Monaco, were the cars that put the nail in the coffin of the classic front engine sports car design. They should have more votes, and be in the game.