The second edition of the 24-hour race in 1965 at Spa-Francorchamps for touring cars was only open to cars of up to 2.5 litres which ruled out the faster Jaguars and Ford Mustangs. It was thus mainly BMW 1800 TISAs against Alfa Romeo Giulias.
Hubert Hahne/Willy Mairesse, BMW 1800 TISA (5), Pascal Ickx/Gérald Langlois van Ophem, BMW 1800 TISA (4), 24 h Spa-Francorchamps 1965
Hubert Hahne and Willy Mairesse (5) led for many hours before they were disqualified when their starter motor refused to work after a pit stop. After that, the Pascal Ickx/Gérald Langlois van Ophem BMW won having covered 3,813 kms.
Motorsport Classic 2025 Calendar
The Motorsport Classic 2025 calendar from McKlein is now a classic in its own right. Now in its 25th edition, the all-black and white wall calendar captures the special atmosphere and action of the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Each month there are two images to choose from, covering the entire spectrum of motorsport – from Formula 1 to major Sports Car and Touring Car races right through to rallying. In this special anniversary year, the variety ranges from F1 legend Juan Manuel Fangio in Pescara to the endurance classics in the Eifel and the Sarthe, the beautiful Matra V12 engine to the snow-covered Monte Carlo Rally. Immerse yourself in bygone eras, unforgettable times of motorsport. Find out more
