The new issue of Octane is here and, as always, readers can look forward to lots of exciting topics. The cover story reports on the return of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Eifel winner to the Nordschleife. The January issue also covers topics such as the Porsche 917-024, the Jaguar Mk. 2, the Lancia Stratos, Bruce Meyer, and much more...
Back at the Ring
Without the Americans, the road-going version of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL gullwing would never have existed. The history of the portrayed "Rotrunner" would also be unthinkable without an American.
When it comes to an über-racing car, myth and reality can hardly be separated. In the new issue of Octane, you can find out the story of a movie hero who never won a single race in real life: the Porsche 917-024.
Medium? Classy!
The Jaguar Mk. 2 was considered a discontinued model at the end of the 1960s and was assigned to the mid-range as a slimmed-down 240 and 340 version in its final days. In fact, it is something like the grandfather of the new Jaguar XE.
The Lancia Stratos had only one purpose - to win. After three world championship titles and three victories at the Monte Carlo Rally, no stone was left unturned in motorsport.
The last of its kind
With its mix of exciting but clear design, show car madness and clever ideas, the Brivido combines everything that the name Giugiaro has stood for since the 1960s.
Four cylinders, 28.4 liters. That's all you need to know. These two figures perfectly summarize the dimensions of Fiat's world record-breaking S 76 car. This 28.4-liter monster disappeared 100 years ago. Now the "Beast of Turin" has been rebuilt... and it has already cleared the track.
Time travel with Bruce Meyer
"My parents thought my interest in cars was a waste of time," says Bruce Meyer. Today, all the organizers of major events, museums and collectors know him and value his expertise and contacts. No wonder, with the cars... and the passion.
The latest issue of the German Octane also reports on various events such as the Spa Six Hours, the Tour de Corse Historique, the Edelweiss Bergpreis, the Rallye de Charente and many more.
