British-built cars feature in Stuyvesant series
Preview of the 1978 Peter Stuyvesant series for Formula Pacific. Keke Rosberg in a Chevron B39 is the favourite for another series win and aims for Formula One; March has entered a works car for Bobby Rahal and the firm has built about 550 cars since 1970. Other drivers include Larry Perkins, David Oxton, Ken Smith, Danny Sullivan, Ross Stone, Robbie Francevic, Ian Grob.
Facts
- March, established in 1970, had built about 550 cars by 1978 with 65 planned for that year.
- The 1978 Peter Stuyvesant series was the first time March entered a works car in the New Zealand Formula Pacific series.
Photos
- Rod Millen ... switch from rallying.
- David Oxton ... could surprise.
- Keke Rosberg in his Chevron B37 ... unbeatable combination?
- Dave McMillan (above) has a reputation as a determined driver. He will be driving a Ralt.
