Lotus 56/1 Chassis Controversy

[pje]

I saw this Facebook post tonight on Facebook by Bruce Linsmeyer, the owner of the Avon Aero Lotus 56.
He includes a link to a research paper that was done by Michael Oliver. Right now I don’t know who Mr. Oliver is or his qualifications, but he believes that Mr. Linsmeyer’s car (chassis) is the actual car that Jim Clark tested at Indy in March, 1968 and is the pole sitter for the 1968 Indianapolis 500. I just saw this post and have only skimmed the paper, but I thought I would share it here so those who might be interested could also read and jump into a discussion if you choice.

www.facebook.com/groups/232382600285789/permalink/584665388390840/

Paul Erlendson

[eagle36]

Michael Oliver is the author of the definitive books about the Lotus 49 and 72 and posts over on The Nostalgia Forum. He knows his stuff.

[pje]

Duh, I have his Lotus 72 book.
Very interesting read and I'm still only about 3/4's through it. I do have some questions though and I hope he accepts me as a Facebook friend.

Paul Erlendson