What kind of cars were at Le Mans in 1976?

This year the FIA introduced its new Group 5 and Group 6 regulations and the race was now open to nine distinct classes, although it was still not part of the World Championship seasons. Porsche introduced its new models, the 936 in Group 6, the 935 in Group 5 and the 934 in Group 4.

What was the 24 Hour of Le Mans in 1976?

A new Le Mans-Daytona Trophy was inaugurated linking the 24-hour sports-car races. The ACO opened its entry list to IMSA-category cars as well as NASCAR racers to encourage American participation. For their own part, the ACO continued with its GTX non-homologated class – a counterpoint to Group 5.

What was the fuel limit for Le Mans in 1975?

The ACO’s 1975 experiment with the fuel limitations was not repeated (although GTP cars had to use less than 25 litres of fuel per 100 km ). Consequently, the freedom to replace and repair all parts was also rescinded. It was now not permitted to replace the engine block, cylinder heads, gearbox or differential within the course of the race.

Who was killed in the Le Mans race in 1976?

The race also saw the death of Frenchman André Haller when his Datsun 260Z crashed at speed at the Mulsanne Kink and caught fire. After a year’s delay, the CSI (Commission Sportive Internationale – the FIA ’s regulations body) issued its new regulation.

When did the Pontiac LeMans go out of production?

Pontiac LeMans. It was manufactured in five generations, the LeMans line was replaced by the downsized Pontiac Bonneville for the 1982 model year and later resurrected from 1988 to 1993 as a badge-engineered version of the Daewoo LeMans car manufactured by Daewoo in South Korea .

What kind of car was the 1963 Pontiac Le Mans?

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Is the Pontiac Le Mans a hardtop or convertible?

The Le Mans Sport was available as a two-door hardtop or convertible with Strato bucket seats and interiors from the Luxury Le Mans. The GTO was changed from a separate series back to an option package on Le Mans and Le Mans Sport coupes.

How much does a 1976 Pontiac Le Mans cost?

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