Too Extreme, or Just Ahead of its Time? -

Too Extreme, or Just Ahead of its Time?

The Chaparral 2J, despite being over 50 years old, remains today one of the most fascinating vehicles ever made. Its unapologetic, utilitarian styling and forward thinking (if unfortunately, ill-fated) technology inspired a generation of engineers to think outside the box, not just in Can-Am, but Formula 1, Le Mans and beyond. Did it deserve better?...…



The Chaparral 2J, despite being over 50 years old, remains today one of the most fascinating vehicles ever made. Its unapologetic, utilitarian styling and forward thinking (if unfortunately, ill-fated) technology inspired a generation of engineers to think outside the box, not just in Can-Am, but Formula 1, Le Mans and beyond. Did it deserve better?…

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