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1971 1000 km Buenos Aires

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The 1971 Buenos Aires 1000 Kilometers was the opening round of the 1971 International Championship for Makes season. It took place at the Buenos Aires circuit No.15, Argentina, on January 10, 1971. Grand tourer class cars did not participate in this event.

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Scuderia Ferrari driver Ignazio Giunti was killed during this race. His car ran into the back of the disabled Matra of Jean-Pierre Beltoise, catching both cars on fire. Giunti was unable to escape.

Official results

Class winners in bold. Cars failing to complete 70% of the winner's distance marked as Not Classified (NC).

Statistics

  • Pole Position - #32 J.W. Automotive - 1:52.70
  • Fastest Lap - #30 J.W. Automotive - 1:51.53
  • Average Speed - 186.229 km/h
  • References

    1971 1000 km Buenos Aires Wikipedia