McLaren M1c 1966-1967

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The M1C was built by Trojan as customer cars, using the spaceframe design from the original design.

These M1C variants, sold as Mark 3s, were generally powered by Chevrolet engines, although Ford or Oldsmobile options were listed. The model was a further improved and developed M1B with a separate spoiler wing at the tail. Twenty-five were built and were sold in the USA as McLaren Elva Mark 3s.

Chassis: Large diameter round and square tubular frame with light alloy sheet riveted and bonded to it, forming undertray and bulkheads

Suspension: Independent by unequal length wide based wishbones, with anti-dive characteristics, anti-roll bar and adjustable coil spring/shock units in the front. Trailing arms with lower wishbones, single top links, anti-roll bar and adjustable coil spring/shock units at the rear. McLaren-Elva cast magnesium wheels, 15 x 8½ front, 15 x 11½ rear (5.50 and 6.50 - 15 tyres)

Brakes: Dual circuit Girling discs all around. 12½ inch diameter front and 11½ inch diameter rear.
Body: Four-section polyester resin with integral brake and radiator ducting and side sections housing twin 25-gallon rubber fuel cells

Engine: Traco Oldsmobile 4.5-litre V8 standard with single plate Scheifer clutch and 4-speed Hewland LG gearbox. Hypoid ring and pinion with limited slip differential standard in transmission. Chevrolet and Ford engines and ZF transmission optional equipment

Dimensions: Wheelbase 90.5 inches, front track 52 inches, rear track 52 inches, overall length 146 inches, width 66 inches, height to top of windscreen 31 inches, weight less fuel 1300 pounds distributed 40 percent front / 60 percent rear.