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From garden shed to world champions - Britain's first F1 team BRM

From garden shed to world champions - Britain's first F1 team BRM

Summary

BRM, Britain's first Formula 1 team, started in a garden in Bourne, Lincolnshire, about 80 years ago. Founded by Raymond Mays, the team went on to win the world championship in 1962 with driver Graham Hill. BRM played a key role in putting Britain on the map in the world of motor racing.

Key Facts

  • BRM stands for British Racing Motors.
  • Raymond Mays founded BRM in 1945 in Bourne, Lincolnshire.
  • The team built its first car, the Type 15, with a V16 engine.
  • BRM won its only world championship in 1962 with driver Graham Hill.
  • The team managed to involve around 40 British companies in its development.
  • Juan Manuel Fangio, a top driver of that era, drove for BRM in 1952.
  • Sir Jackie Stewart, a well-known racer, started his Formula 1 career with BRM.
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