Legendary F1 cars to compete in Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival

Legendary F1 cars to compete in Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival

MANILA: With five months left until the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival at the Dubai Autodrome, more than 30 outstanding racing examples have now been confirmed to compete.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Which F1 cars will appear the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival?

    Set to appear are the Hesketh 308b, Williams FW07C, Benetton B192, and Ferrari 643, which will compete in the race at Dubai Autodrome.
  • Which Le Mans cars will join the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival?

    The Porsche 962, Maserati MC12 GT1, and Pescarolo 01 will join the 30-car grid.
  • Formula One legends including last year’s winner, James Hunt’s first Grand Prix winning car, and the 1981 Constructors’ Champion Williams FW07C, are among the competitors in the Dubai Autodrome race. 

    Last year’s winner of the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival, the 1975 Hesketh 308b is an iconic example of British engineering and gave James Hunt his first win in Formula One. Following mixed results at the start of the ’75 season, including a second-place finish in Argentina, Hunt powered the Hesketh 308B to victory at the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.

    Hesketh 308b

    This led to a respectable fourth-place finish in the Constructors’ Championship before Hesketh closed its doors due to financial challenges and sold the 308B chassis to a privateer outfit. 

    Powered by a Ford-Cosworth DFV engine and designed by Patrick Head, the FW07C picked up four wins throughout the season. Two wins in the USA and two more at Argentina and Belgium were led by  world champion Alan Jones and his teammate Carlos Reutemann to the 1981 Formula One Constructors’ Championship

    Williams FW07C

    The Benetton B192 is a significant piece in F1history. The B192 claimed victory at the 1992 Belgium Grand Prix — marking  the first of Michael Schumacher’s 1991 F1 victories. At the hands of Michael and his teammate, Martin Brundle, the car would be driven to third in the constructors’ championship, picking up 11 podiums along the way.

    Benetton B192

    Outside of the cockpit, the B192 was graced with the input of legendary designers and engineers. Ross Brawn, Rory Byrne, Frank Dernie and Pat Symonds designed and built the race-winning car. 

    Also an entry to the 1991 Formula One season was the Ferrari 643 that is powered by a 700bh V12 engine. With four-time world champion Alain Prost and his compatriot teammate, Jean Alesi. behind the wheel, the 643 picked up six podiums throughout the 1991 season, notably a second-place finish at Prost’s home Grand Prix, and a third-place in front of the Tifosi at Monza. 

    Ferrari 643

    Meanwhile at Le Mans, the Porsche 962 picked up plenty of silverware throughout 1986. Driven to victory at Le Mans by Derek Bell, Hans-Joachim Stuck, and Al Holbert, the 962 was also victorious at the Road America 500 miles and Spa 1000km, to name but a few of its triumphs. 

    Porsche 962

    In the FIA GT Championship, the Maserati MC12 GT1 is a six-liter V12 beast that was driven to wins four times between 2005 and 2009. An important car in Maserati’s illustrious history, this Frank Stephenson-designed machine was developed to signal the Italian marque’s return to racing after 37 years. 

     Maserati MC12 GT1 Porsche 962

    The first sports prototype racing car built by the French marque Pescarolo, the 01 was designed specifically with Le Mans in mind.

    At the 2007 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Pescarolo 01 was driven to a third-place finish by Emmanuel Collard, Jean-Christophe Bouillon and Romain Dumas. Further success was to follow as well, with further podiums achieved at the Nürburgring 1000 km and Spa 1000 km.

    Gulf Historic is part of GP Extreme, a Dubai-based motorsports company created in 2015. Two years later, GP Extreme took its collection of historic F1 cars to the Yas Marina Circuit, an event that became the genesis of Gulf Historic.

    In a statement,  Managing Director of GP Extreme Pierre-Brice Mena commented on the upcoming Dubai GP Revival. 

    “The addition of these iconic cars to this year’s grid brings an added level of excitement to the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival. These legends of the pinnacle of global motorsport promise to have fans on the edge of their seat, with their sheer speed and hair-raising sounds bringing history to life at the Dubai Autodrome. With more cars still to be confirmed, this year’s race will be a true spectacle for motorsport fans.

    “As well as the races, the Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival will offer fans a unique experience that blends the excitement of motorsport with luxury lifestyle. We have created an immersive event with activities for all the family, including music, a classic car concours and a gala dinner."

    Photos from Gulf Historic

    Also read: Red Bull's Verstappen wins 2022 Canadian GP amid battle with Ferrari's Sainz

    Dylan Afuang

    Dylan Afuang

    Growing up in the 2000s, Dylan browsed through car magazines before reading proper books, and watched motoring TV shows as often as he did cartoons. So, talking about cars came natural to him. His dream car is the Honda S2000.

    Read Full Bio

    Sell your car at the best price

    Verified and genuine buyers Verified and genuine buyers
    Free listing Free listing
    List your car

    PIMS 2024

    You might also be interested in

    • News
    • Featured Stories
    • Upcoming
    • Geely Coolray 2024
      Geely Coolray 2024
      ₱1.199 - 1.299 Million Expected Price Manila
      Expected Launch TBA Alert Me When Launched
    • Kia Carens 2024
      Kia Carens 2024
      ₱1.57 Million Expected Price Manila
      Expected Launch Nov, 2024 Alert Me When Launched
    • Toyota Vios 2024
      Toyota Vios 2024
      ₱832,000 Expected Price Manila
      Expected Launch TBA Alert Me When Launched
    • Omoda E5 ev
      Omoda E5
      ₱1.9 Million Expected Price Manila
      Expected Launch Nov, 2024 Alert Me When Launched
    • MG ZS 2024
      MG ZS 2024
      ₱1.049 Million Expected Price Manila
      Expected Launch Nov, 2024 Alert Me When Launched

    Latest Car Videos on Zigwheels

    Zigwheels
    • What's In Your Two Car Dream Garage? | Zigwheels.Ph with Nissan Philippines
      What's In Your Two Car Dream Garage? | Zigwheels.Ph with Nissan Philippines
      05 Nov, 2024 .
    • Top 10 EVs with the Longest Ranges in the Philippines | Z-List S02E01 | Zigwheels.Ph
      Top 10 EVs with the Longest Ranges in the Philippines | Z-List S02E01 | Zigwheels.Ph
      05 Nov, 2024 .
    • 2024 MG ZS First Look + More | Zigwheels.Ph
      2024 MG ZS First Look + More | Zigwheels.Ph
      05 Nov, 2024 .
    • 2024 PIMS Launch Recap | Zigwheels.Ph
      2024 PIMS Launch Recap | Zigwheels.Ph
      05 Nov, 2024 .
    • 2024 Lexus IS300H POV Driving Review | ZIGWHEELS.PH
      2024 Lexus IS300H POV Driving Review | ZIGWHEELS.PH
      05 Nov, 2024 .
    • 2025 Changan Hunter REEV First Look | Zigwheels.Ph with Changan Auto Philippines
      2025 Changan Hunter REEV First Look | Zigwheels.Ph with Changan Auto Philippines
      29 Oct, 2024 .
    • BEYOND ZERO Toyota Corolla Cross H2 Hydrogen Combustion Prototype Exclusive Look | Zigwheels.Ph
      BEYOND ZERO Toyota Corolla Cross H2 Hydrogen Combustion Prototype Exclusive Look | Zigwheels.Ph
      29 Oct, 2024 .
    • 2024 BYD Seal First Look | Zigwheels.Ph
      2024 BYD Seal First Look | Zigwheels.Ph
      29 Oct, 2024 .
    • 2024 Changan CS35 Plus Luxe | Zigwheels.Ph with Changan Auto Philippines
      2024 Changan CS35 Plus Luxe | Zigwheels.Ph with Changan Auto Philippines
      24 Oct, 2024 .
    • 2025 Chevrolet Captiva First Look | The 100,000 km Family 7-seater MPV! | Zigwheels.Ph
      2025 Chevrolet Captiva First Look | The 100,000 km Family 7-seater MPV! | Zigwheels.Ph
      24 Oct, 2024 .
    Watch Car Videos

    Car Articles From Carmudi

    • journal
    • advice
    • financing
    • insurance
    • Firms to implement price hikes on diesel, kerosene, cut on gasoline
      Firms to implement price hikes on diesel, kerosene, cut on gasoline
      Ruben Manahan IV, Nov 04, 2024
    • 2024 PIMS draws 42K attendees
      2024 PIMS draws 42K attendees
      Ruben Manahan IV, Nov 04, 2024
    • Hyundai Motor PH, ANC+ Group forge alliance
      Hyundai Motor PH, ANC+ Group forge alliance
      Ruben Manahan IV, Nov 04, 2024
    • Inchcape to update Ram 1500 Rebel in PH
      Inchcape to update Ram 1500 Rebel in PH
      Paulo Papa, Oct 31, 2024
    • Suzuki PH offers helping hand to Typhoon Kristine-hit customers with special discounts
      Suzuki PH offers helping hand to Typhoon Kristine-hit customers with special discounts
      Paulo Papa, Oct 31, 2024
    • Buying a used car in the Philippines? Here’s how to dodge scams
      Buying a used car in the Philippines? Here’s how to dodge scams
      Carmudi PH, Oct 16, 2024
    • All you need to know about seatbelts: Rules, penalties, & more
      All you need to know about seatbelts: Rules, penalties, & more
      Carmudi PH, Oct 14, 2024
    • Need help accessing your LTMS account? Here’s how you can recover it
      Need help accessing your LTMS account? Here’s how you can recover it
      Carmudi PH, Oct 09, 2024
    • Surviving the monsoon: 7 Best practices for driving in low visibility
      Surviving the monsoon: 7 Best practices for driving in low visibility
      Carmudi PH, Oct 07, 2024
    • Changing the clutch type: Here's how you can modify your driver's license
      Changing the clutch type: Here's how you can modify your driver's license
      Carmudi PH, Oct 04, 2024
    • Top 15 banks for affordable car loans in the Philippines
      Top 15 banks for affordable car loans in the Philippines
      Carmudi PH, Oct 10, 2024
    • Car loans made simple for OFWs: Everything you need to know
      Car loans made simple for OFWs: Everything you need to know
      Carmudi PH, Oct 03, 2024
    • Car Loan Restructure: Everything a Filipino needs to know before applying
      Car Loan Restructure: Everything a Filipino needs to know before applying
      Carmudi PH, Oct 02, 2024
    • Pitfalls to avoid when refinancing auto loan in the Philippines
      Pitfalls to avoid when refinancing auto loan in the Philippines
      Carmudi PH, Sep 24, 2024
    • Car loan scams in the Philippines: Applicants be aware
      Car loan scams in the Philippines: Applicants be aware
      Carmudi PH, Sep 19, 2024
    • No car insurance? Here’s what all wrong can happen in the Philippines
      No car insurance? Here’s what all wrong can happen in the Philippines
      Carmudi PH, Oct 29, 2024
    • All you need to know about taking photos after a car accident in the Philippines
      All you need to know about taking photos after a car accident in the Philippines
      Carmudi PH, Oct 29, 2024
    • Here’s how to easily obtain car insurance quotes online
      Here’s how to easily obtain car insurance quotes online
      Carmudi PH, Oct 23, 2024
    • Modified car insurance in the Philippines: All you need to know
      Modified car insurance in the Philippines: All you need to know
      Carmudi PH, Oct 21, 2024
    • 8 Must-ask questions before buying car insurance
      8 Must-ask questions before buying car insurance
      Carmudi PH, Oct 18, 2024

    Compare

    You can add 3 variants maximum*