M5A - 1967-68

The true 1967 McLaren Formula 1 car, the one off M5 was late starter due to delays with its BRM V12 engine. Its first race was the Canadian GP and was a strong second till the battery had to be replaced during the race

Chassis: Aluminium alloy panelled monocoque formed over mild steel bulkheads with long pontoons at the rear to support the V12 engine

Suspension: Single top link with radius arm, lower wishbone, anti-roll bar and outboard coil spring/shock units in front, and outboard coil spring/shock units at rear. McLaren cast magnesium wheels, 13 x 8½ fronts and 15 x 12 rear

Brakes: Lockheed discs and calipers all around

Body: Formed by monocoque sides apart from fibreglass nose cone and cockpit surround

Engine: 3-litre BRM V12 with Borg & Beck clutch and Hewland DG 5-speed transaxle

Dimensions: Wheelbase 96 inches, front track 58 inches, rear track 58 inches.