Photo review – April 1, 1973 – International ADAC 300km race at Nürburgring

Christoph Caspary

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When the McLaren M20 driven by Helmut Kelleners in 1973 thundered through the Eifel, American Can Am met brutalism with the legendary Nordschleife. The massive Chevrolet V8, the open silhouette and the distinctive Weisberg design stand for a time when in motorsport hardly anyone thought about limits.

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A touch of Can-Am in the Eifel: The untamed Weisberg McLaren M20 by Helmut Kelleners.

It is the early 1970s, when the European Interseries The fans on the race tracks are electrified. Without significant regulatory restrictions, the series brings the brutal, ear-shattering sound of the American Can-Am Championship straight to the green hell of the Eifel. The image above perfectly captures this era of pure, unfiltered horsepower.

The thunderbolt from overseas in the Eifel attire

At the center of the action is the bullish McLaren M20 Chevrolet with the starting number 3, piloted by the German audience favorite Helmut Kelleners. The open sports prototype, originally designed for the extreme requirements of the North American racetracks, was adapted for the European season by the private company. Felder Racing Team launched into the air.

Visually and technically an absolute natural force: Powered by a massive Chevrolet V8 engine, the wedge car glides flat on the Nürburgring’s asphalt. Sponsorially, the distinctive branding of the tool manufacturer stands out. Weisberg Tools The striking design, whose bold lettering dominates the imposing front and powerful rear wing, is complemented by traditional motorsport logos such as Veedol, Firestone and STP.

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