Colin Chapman
English design engineer (1928-1982) · United Kingdom · Scientists · Died at 54
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Something wrong?Anthony Colin Bruce Chapman was an English design engineer, inventor, and builder in the automotive industry, and founder of the sports car company Lotus Cars.
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Chapman at the wheel of one of his own Lotus Eleven sports cars, during practice for the 1956 British Grand Prix Formula Two race at Silverstone. Lotus Development Director Mike Costin on left holding notes. Chief Mechanic John Crosthwaite on right leaning on car.
Chapman with Graham Hill at the 1967 Dutch Grand Prix
Chapman with Jochen Rindt at the 1970 Dutch Grand Prix
Chapman and his lead driver, Mario Andretti, pictured during their double World Championship-winning 1978 season with the ground effect Lotus 79Awards
About this person
Country
United Kingdom
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1928 to 1982 · aged 54
Scientists from the United Kingdom 6
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