The Sauber C8 was a Group C prototype race car introduced in 1985 for the 24 Hours of Le Mans as the first in a partnership between Sauber and Mercedes-Benz.

Twin KKK turbo-chargers, a considerably lighter crankshaft, polished connecting rods and forged Mahle pistons enabled it to produce approximately 700 hp. The car was entered for the 1986 World Sportscar Championship season by the main …

At Le Mans in 1985 the sole Sauber Mercedes C8 entered recorded the second highest top speed, but also flipped on the Hunaudieres in practice. Although the car landed on its wheels, it was damaged too much to start the race. The C8 had a top-speed of 370 km/h (230 mph).

Chassis numbers Specifications 3 units built Click here and here Mercedes M117, V8 (90 o) cyl, 4 stroke, petrol engine 4973cc, 96.5 x 85.0 mm 8.0:1 light alloy block and head 2 valves / cylinder, SOHC 700 bhp / 515 KW @ 7000 rpm 800 Nm / 590 ft lbs @ 5500 rpm aspiration: 2 x KKK Turbochargers, Bosch Motronic MP 1.2 Fuel Injection pressure: 0.5-0.9 bar firing order 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 5 speed ...

Nov 7, 2019 · The Sauber C8 was the first prototype of the Swiss company built in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and introduced in 1985 for the 24h Le Mans race. For 1986 two more chassis were built and raced for a full season of the World Sportscar Championship under the Kouros Racing Team name.

Dec 1, 2004 · The first Mercedes-Benz engined Sauber was the C8, which in itself was an evolution of the C7. It was built around an aluminium monocoque with an additional steel tubular subframe to support the engine, gearbox and rear suspension.

With only three cars produced, this Sauber C8 86.C8.02 is the most emblematic C8 of the brand: a car entrusted to Mike Thackwell and the legend Henri Pescarolo, it won the 1000 km of the Nürburgring and participated three times in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The Sauber C-8 1985 is a powerful sports car with advanced technology and aerodynamic design, featuring a 5.0L V8 engine, six-speed

The Sauber Mercedes C-8 1985 is a prime example of a classic racing car that is still revered in the motorsports industry today. This model was produced by Sauber Motorsport, a renowned name in the world of motorsports, and it featured cutting …

Jan 4, 2025 · With the Sauber C8, Mercedes-Benz returned as an engine supplier to the global motorsport stage. Ascott Collection now offers one of the three Sauber C8s built in time.