Bob Wallace

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News letter issued issued today by Tori e Motori:

On the 21st April, the family of Bob Wallace was welcomed by the Community of Sant'Agata Bolognese to a special ceremony.

A tree in memory of the renowned test driver, technician and creator of the most famous Lamborghinis, was planted on a beautiful new roundabout in Sant’Agata Bolognese and a unique “monument” was presented by Marchesi and Bonora, the historic manufacturers of most of the Lamborghini chassis including the Miura and the Countach. It consists of the rear part of a Countach chassis to which a crankshaft is welded. The text on the bronze metal plate was dedicated to Bob by Paolo Stanzani, since they were and will always be brothers.

It was unveiled on that particular day so that Charlie and Maureen Wallace, Bob’s brother and sister, along with their family could see it before flying back to New Zeland and UK, with this symbolic memorial to Bob in their hearts. The memorial was temporarily moved elsewhere the same evening, as we are awaiting the official written permission and the official inauguration will take place in the coming months.

About a hundred of Bob’s ex colleagues, collaborators and friends from the sixties and seventies attended, showing all their love towards Bob and his family. It was a magical and unexpected moment since so many were there.

A simple dinner followed during which memories were shared. Giampaolo Dallara was among them, remembering Bob Wallace as “not only a competent and passionate technician and test driver, but also as a true and loyal friend”.

However, this is not the only surprise for the world of enthusiasts since a book has just been printed entitled “The Man who Married Sportscars”. It is the same size as Paolo Stanzani’s book “Genio e Regolatezza” and pictures of young Bob are included. This book was made possible thanks to Charlie’s support in supplying pictures and information. Those who never had the chance to meet Bob will, by reading this book, be impressed by the touching and joyful nostalgia that they will feel.

Harley E. Cluxton III wrote these amazing words- “How very special this happy moment is! We have now become instant friends with Bob Wallace bringing us together after his passing. How wonderfully amazing! Thank you Bob!”

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[countachman]

Thanks for that...thinking of buying the book.

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Don't delay as there are only 300 copies individually numbered!

This book is really personal, it has a scrapbook feel to it with plenty of pics. Lots of anecdotes from friends and fellow employees. Oliviero Pedrazzi's story about Bob unable to avoid some roadworks, hitting a tar barrel in the middle of the road, returning to the factory with the 350GT covered in tar, is priceless! Some really tragic parts too. A wonderful book.

If you are interested in purchasing one or more books please send a mail to [e-mail] and the price is 23 euro, or 25 euro if you also want the special plaque that comes in an even more limited quantity plus shipping of around 13-20 euro depending on where you live. No person will make money on this book. It is a private and most of all passionate publishing.

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The Miura Jota replica was on the LCUK stand at the NEC Classic Motor Show 13th to 15th November. When the car arrived on Thursday - the stand set up day - the noise inside the hall was deafening. When the engine stopped the reaction was applause!

Enjoy this brief clip, starting up before it was unloaded...
https://www.facebook.com/justjo26/videos/101562264...

[rich888]

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Don't delay as there are only 300 copies individually numbered!

This book is really personal, it has a scrapbook feel to it with plenty of pics. Lots of anecdotes from friends and fellow employees. Oliviero Pedrazzi's story about Bob unable to avoid some roadworks, hitting a tar barrel in the middle of the road, returning to the factory with the 350GT covered in tar, is priceless! Some really tragic parts too. A wonderful book.

If you are interested in purchasing one or more books please send a mail to [e-mail] and the price is 23 euro, or 25 euro if you also want the special plaque that comes in an even more limited quantity plus shipping of around 13-20 euro depending on where you live. No person will make money on this book. It is a private and most of all passionate publishing.

Thanks for the info, unfortunately the book has been sold out for quite some time which is a great shame, perhaps the author could be encouraged to publish it in Kindle format.