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The single-seater Formula Junior class was designed as an entry-level means of competition allowing drivers to fine-tune their skills in preparation for other Formula Classes. The rules stated a production-based engine of either 1100cc or 1000cc capacity could be used as long as at least 1000 examples had been produced during a 12 month time period. Overhead cams were not allowed; weight limitations applied; and many other regulations were imposed.
Eric Broadley and his Lola Cars Company decided to build the Lola MK2 to compete in this newly created Formula Series. Using the knowledge and lessons-learned from the MK1, a multi-tube chassis was created and enclosed in a fiberglass body. A Ford 997cc overhead-valve engine was mounted in the front and attached to a BMC 4-speed gearbox via the propshaft. The steering was a rack-and-pinon unit; the suspension consisted of double wishbones and coil springs and dampers, and drum brakes could be found in both the front and rear. The rear brakes were inboard.
Unpon completion, the MK2 was brought to Brands Hatch for testing where it proved to be extremely fast.
The Lola MK2 soon earned a reputation for being a competitive, front-engined Formula Junior car. It had strong performance and excellent handling. Its demise was the mid-engined FJ cars such as the Lola 18 with factory-backed support and drivers.
It is believed that around 29 examples were created during the production lifespan of the Lola Mark 2.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2009
Eric Broadley and his Lola Cars Company decided to build the Lola MK2 to compete in this newly created Formula Series. Using the knowledge and lessons-learned from the MK1, a multi-tube chassis was created and enclosed in a fiberglass body. A Ford 997cc overhead-valve engine was mounted in the front and attached to a BMC 4-speed gearbox via the propshaft. The steering was a rack-and-pinon unit; the suspension consisted of double wishbones and coil springs and dampers, and drum brakes could be found in both the front and rear. The rear brakes were inboard.
Unpon completion, the MK2 was brought to Brands Hatch for testing where it proved to be extremely fast.
The Lola MK2 soon earned a reputation for being a competitive, front-engined Formula Junior car. It had strong performance and excellent handling. Its demise was the mid-engined FJ cars such as the Lola 18 with factory-backed support and drivers.
It is believed that around 29 examples were created during the production lifespan of the Lola Mark 2.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2009
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