The history of this single-seater brings together a true range of notable names in Formula 1 history. It all begins with Frank Williams, a young driver with moderate success in touring cars and F3, who stood out as a “self-made man,” starting his path by trading race cars and components, in addition to working as a mechanic.
In 1966, he founded his team and acquired a Brabham for Piers Courage, before buying the March 711/3 for Henri Pescarolo in 1971, then under the name Frank Williams Racing Cars. With limited resources, the season was difficult, with a best result of fourth place at Silverstone.
In 1972, the team (now Team Williams Motul) gave Pescarolo a new March 721, while rookie José Carlos Pace drove the 711. Designed by Robin Herd and Geoff Ferris, this model stood out for its elevated front wing, an idea by Frank Costin, which proved effective in qualifying or when the car ran alone but caused instability when following another single-seater. Equipped with a Ford DFV engine and a monocoque chassis, the March 711 sought to rival the Lotus 72 and the V12s of Matra, BRM, and Ferrari, being used by several drivers, such as Ronnie Peterson and Niki Lauda. It was also with this car that Pace scored his first three points in F1.
After discreet seasons with Surtees, Pace shone in 1975 behind the wheel of the Brabham BT44, winning at Interlagos in a historic 1-2 finish with Emerson Fittipaldi. The March 711/3 is part of this collection precisely because of the affection Emerson has for the memory of his friend and rival.
.
Brand: March
Year: 1972
Country: England
Power: 450 hp
Cylinders: 8
Displacement: 2993 cc
Gears: 5
Weight:560 kg