In 1963, Lola introduced their updated version of the previous year's Formula Junior racer (the MK5). This new updated version was called the MK5A. It had a tubular steel space-frame chassis and a four-piece fiberglass body. There was a 5-speed Hewland MK4 VW-based gearbox mated to a Ford engine - popular choices were Cosworth or Holbay - and produced around 100 horsepower. The fuel tank was positioned behind the driver's seat and the oil tank was behind the radiator. The steering was a rack-and-pinion setup with 9.25-inch Girling disc brakes at all four corners. The suspension was unequal-length links with anti-roll bars, and spring and damper units. The wheelbase measured 92-inches with a total length of 144-inches. In total, there were twelve examples created.
Formula Junior
Chassis #: BRJ59
View info and historyThe Mark 5A earned many top three finishes during the 1963 season.
by Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2009
Formula Junior
Chassis #: BRJ59
View info and history
by Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2009
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