The 1966 Le Mans finish wasn’t just a race—it was a powerful story of rivalry, passion, and the complex politics behind motorsport. Ken Miles, asked to ease up for a photo finish with the other Ford cars, ultimately lost his deserving victory due to a technicality. From Mollie Miles softly saying, “Good for you, Ken,” to Enzo Ferrari’s quiet nod of respect, and Ken’s unforgettable words, “You promised me the drive, not the win,”—that moment in Ford v Ferrari perfectly reflects what true sportsma

Le Mans ‘66 • A legendary race wrapped in controversy. In 1966 Ford was able to break Ferraris dominance at the world’s most famous motor race, but victory came with a twist. Despite crossing the line first, Ken Miles and Denis Hulme were denied the win. Due to Le Mans’ starting procedure, Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon, who began the race 40 meters behind their teammates, were declared the winners. | Taste Carrera

🔸Gulf Porsche 917K - Steve McQueen • The Porsche used by Steve McQueen in his film “Le Mans” (1971). • The 1969 Porsche 917K, chassis 917-022, was purchased new by McQueen’s company, Solar Productions, before it starred in the 1971 reenactment of the 24-hour endurance race. 📸 Photo courtesy of @mecum_auctions 🔹Video editor @gulfracingteams #gulfracingteams #orangebluelivery #gulfliveryfan | Gulf Racing Teams