Chevron B8
The Chevron B8 is a lightweight sports racing car, designed, developed and built by British manufacturer Chevron Cars, in 1968. It is homologated in the Prototype category of the International Automobile Federation. It won thirty-six races during its various engagements. Only 44 cars were built.
| Category | Group 6 Group 4 |
|---|---|
| Constructor | Chevron |
| Designer(s) | Derek Bennett |
| Production | 1968-1970 |
| Predecessor | Chevron B6 |
| Successor | Chevron B16 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Chassis | Steel-reinforced tubular space frame covered in fiberglass body panels |
| Suspension (front) | Double wishbones, coil springs over dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Suspension (rear) | Lower wishbones, top links, twin trail arms, coil springs over dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Engine | Mid-engine, longitudinally mounted, 1.6–2.75 L (98–168 cu in), Cosworth FVA, BMW M10, Coventry Climax FPF, I4, NA |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Weight | 550 kg (1,210 lb) |
| Competition history | |
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