April 6, 1970, Volkswagen test track (Ehra-Lessien). April 6, 1970 was a test day. Factory test driver Kurt Ahrens was testing various aerodynamic solutions on chassis 006/040. The tests lasted all day, although the weather was unlucky – it was drizzling and the track remained wet. Towards evening, a package...
The Porsche type 645 (“Mickymaus”) was built on the basis of the 550A chassis in 1956. The wheelbase was reduced to 2000 mm compared to the basic 550. The track of the front wheels was reduced by 100 mm, the rear wheels – by 140 mm and now amounted to...
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On August 18, Annie Bousquet, during the arrival of the record in one hour, lost control and got into an accident. She was injured and was sent to the hospital, where she received a long-term treatment. Chassis 07 was badly damaged. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get immediate ad-free access...
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