It’s one of the most recognizable race cars of all time. The 22nd unit of the 1969 Porsche 917K build run was modified to meet production needs during the filming of the iconic 1971 movie “Le Mans.” ...
Not only was this Porsche 917K piloted by McQueen during race sequences in the 1971 LeMans movie, it also has quite the track record for success, including back-to-back victories at the 24 Hours ...
Set in the golden age of the sport, the film is one of most watched and revered racing motion pictures ever made. Le Mans (1971) features a cast of racing glitterati, including actor Steve McQueen ...
Porsche has given us another look back at its successes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This time it's 1971, the year that ... Jackie Oliver set the fastest in-race lap with a time that still stands ...