Top Marques TOP137A Ferrari 250 LM TEAM N.A.R.T. #21 'Rindt - Gregory' 1st pl Le Mans 1965

Ferrari 250 LM

• Manufacturer: Ferrari
• Class: Sports car (race car)
• Production: 1963-1965
• Engine: 3.3 L V12
• Designer: Pininfarina

1965 24 Hours of Le Mans

• Team: North American Racing Team (N.A.R.T.)
• Race Date: June 19-20, 1965
• Drivers: Jochen Rindt (Austria) and Masten Gregory (USA)
• Result: 1st overall

Highlights

1. Victory: The Ferrari 250 LM entered by the N.A.R.T. won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1965. This victory was significant as it was the last overall win for Ferrari at Le Mans as of that date.
2. Performance: The car demonstrated exceptional performance, reliability, and speed, which contributed to its success in the grueling 24-hour race.
3. N.A.R.T. Contribution: The North American Racing Team, founded by Luigi Chinetti, was instrumental in Ferrari's racing endeavors in North America and had a strong presence in international racing circuits.

Historical Context

• The 1965 win was a pivotal moment in Ferrari's racing history and marked the end of an era where Ferrari was dominant in endurance racing. This win has since become a part of Ferrari's rich legacy in motorsports.

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