Historic Motor Racing Photos and Research

26/10/2026

25/10/2026

A legendary combination!

Here’s Argentine master Carlos "Lole" Reutemann powering down the straight in his striking #7 Martini Racing Brabham-Alfa Romeo BT45 during the 1976 South African Grand Prix. Gordon Murray’s design packed with that roaring flat-12 Alfa engine created one of the absolute best-looking (and best-sounding) cars on the Highveld that weekend.

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22/10/2026

Another absolute gem from our 1976 Kyalami Grand Prix collection!

This top-down shot gives us a rare behind-the-scenes look at Clay Regazzoni getting final instructions from the Ferrari engineers before rolling out onto the track. Seeing both 312T Ferraris prepped side-by-side in the Kyalami pits brings back incredible memories of Scuderia dominance in the mid-70s.

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20/10/2026

Bob Evans, Robin Herd, & Gunnar Nilsson in the Kyalami pits, 1976!

No corporate hospitality or giant motorhomes here, just key minds huddled over the cockpit figuring out how to squeeze every last drop of speed out of the car under the blazing SA sun. Proper 1970s Grand Prix atmosphere!

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18/10/2026

A fantastic behind-the-scenes moment in the pit lane!

Here’s two-time World Champion Emerson Fittipaldi sitting focused in the cockpit while mechanics make adjustments to the front nose section of his #30 Copersucar-Fittipaldi FD04 during the 1976 South African Grand Prix.

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16/10/2026

That black-and-gold John Player Special livery never fails to amaze! 🏁

Here’s Swedish talent Gunnar Nilsson sweeping through the bend in his #6 JPS Lotus 77 during the 1976 South African Grand Prix at Kyalami. This track-action shot showcases the sleek profile, massive periscope airbox, and subtle Union Jack detailing on the side pods in brilliant color

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13/10/2026

The World Champion in full control at Kyalami!

Here’s Niki Lauda sweeping through in his iconic #1 Scuderia Ferrari 312T during the 1976 South African Grand Prix. Lauda went on to take victory at Kyalami in '76, making this crisp side-profile capturea true piece of Grand Prix history.

The Italian tricolor airbox, exposed front suspension, and wide rear Goodyear slicks look fantastic in full motion.

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11/10/2026

One of the most unique and unmistakable shapes in Formula 1 history!

Here’s French driver Jacques Laffite sitting in the cockpit of his #26 Gitanes Ligier JS5 in the Kyalami pit lane during the 1976 South African Grand Prix. Known fondly as the "Teapot" due to that massive, distinctive Matra airbox design, this overhead shot showcases the classic French blue livery, the Gitanes silhouette, and the exposed rear mechanicals in incredible color.

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08/10/2026

Chris Amon. Ensign N174. Kyalami, 1976 SA Grand Prix! 🏎️

Pit lane views don't get much better than this high-angle profile shot. Clean John Day Model Cars sponsorship, wide rear Goodyears, and the classic periscope airbox looking sharp from above.

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