Brabham BT62 to make ‘dynamic’ debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a highlight in the motorsport calendar, where global car manufacturers have the opportunity to reveal their newest and greatest creations.

The 2018 festival will be graced with the reappearance of the famous Brabham name, where the company will debut its BT62 race car being driven for the public to see in the metal for the very first time.

The car will participate in the famous hill climb race with Sir Jack Brabham’s son, David, at the wheel.

David Brabham, now the head of Brabham Automotive, says he is proud to be taking part in such a prestigious event, and to be continuing the legacy set by his father.

“Giving the BT62 its dynamic public debut and returning the Brabham name, with all of its historical significance and racing pedigree, to Goodwood will be an experience I’ll never forget,” he says.

“My father attended the Festival himself many times, and it’s great to continue the tradition of a Brabham driving a Brabham up the hill.”

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The Brabham BT62 features a naturally-aspirated 5.4-litre V8 engine producing 530kW of power. The car weighs just 972kg and includes a state-of-the-art aero package which produces 1200kg of downforce at a 320km/h top speed.

The combination of these factors means that the Brabham BT62 will be blisteringly quick and clock up some serious times.

The Brabham race car will be covered in the iconic red and blue livery inspired by the ‘infamous’ Brabham BT46B ‘Fan Car’ which was driven by Formula 1 driver Niki Lauda to two celebrated victories in 1978.

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Several other car manufacturers will join Brabham in debuting cars of their own.

BMW will unveil its 8 Series Coupe in M8 guise and an M2 with Performance Parts at the festival.

Lamborghini’s first performance SUV, the Urus, will also make a dynamic debut at the festival. It will be joined by the all new Huracan Performante Spyder. The Urus shares its platform with the related Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne and the Bentley Bentagya.

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Mclaren will also debut its 600LT supercar and the P1 GT. This particular version of the P1 has been performance tailored by British engineering firm Lanzante.

The festival will run from Thursday 12th July to Sunday 15th July at the Goodwood estate.