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Porsche 917 TalkLike 917s? This is the forum for you.
Have a look at some pics of the two Gulf 917 stardrivers, Pedro Rodriguez and Joseph "Seppi" Siffert.
Most famous incident certainly was their fight for Spa`s Eau Rouge corner in 1970, where they were banging doors of their 917s.
After battling hard for becoming Porsche`s No.1 team driver both lost their lives within three months in 1971, Seppi burned to death in his Formula 1 De Tomaso at Brands Hatch, Pedro burned to death in Herbert Müller`s Ferrari 512 at the Norisring in Nuremberg.
Also 2 pics of the two masterminds behind Porsche`s racing operations, John Wyer and John Horsman at Watkins Glen in 1971.
Always too nice pictures Marcus....think we are many here loving your posts.
Very interesting note Jo Siffert at work with his mechanics on the car (and not remaining sleeping inside, just waiting).
According from what I know about him, seems he was a second hand car agent, and all his week ends were spend in races (and what races..with that skill).
A cool guy, surely...and a too great lost cause lack of safety in that age motorsports.
Btw, in Le mans I buy exactly that Gulf Jacket....and feel a little as those heroes when I use that)
Paolo (post more if u have...thx)
__________________ Paolo
I Think Nordschleife is the nicest track in the world.
Glad you enjoy the pics.
Paolo, I know the jacket you bought at Le Mans, I couldn`t resist, either...
It strongly reminds me of McQueen, see pic below.
As for the Gulf rain jackets worn by John Wyer, John Horseman and Pedro,
you can get them at a company called "Maxpart Racing". I got one my self,
the quality is simply stunning, they are absolutely authentic.
See MAXPART RACING | The Gulf Racing Jacket ! | Rennbekleidung und Zubehör für historischen und modernen Motorsport
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