Gulf Porsche 917K #20 - Steve McQueen - Le Mans Film 1971
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Print : Gulf Porsche 917K #20 - Steve McQueen - Le Mans Film 1971
Size : 70x50cm. - Limited 75 pcs
Le Mans was filmed on location on the Le Mans circuit between June and November 1970, including during that season's actual 24 Hours of Le Mans race in mid-June. McQueen had intended to race a Porsche 917 together with Jackie Stewart,but the #26 entry was not accepted. Instead, he is depicted as starting the race in the blue #20 Gulf-Porsche 917K driven by Jo Siffert and Brian Redman. The race-leading white #25 Porsche 917 "Long tail" was piloted by Vic Elford and Kurt Ahrens, Jr..
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is an annual motor race held at the Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans (France). Each car is driven by a team of drivers who aim to complete as many laps as possible over a 24-hour period. The race has been held since 1923 and usually takes place in June.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the oldest and biggest sports car races in the world. Along with the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500, it is one of the most famous races of the year