Lotus Renault 98T - John Player Special
The Lotus Renault 98T was Team Lotus’ contender for the 1985 Formula One World Championship, driven by Ayrton Senna and Johnny Dumfries. Its 1.5l V6 was said to have produced more than 1000 horsepower during the race, and over 1300 BHP in peak qualifying trim, making it one of the most powerful engines ever used in Formula 1 history.
The 98T was also the last Lotus to be powered by a Renault engine as Lotus switched to Honda for the following season. It was also the last car to carry the iconic black and gold John Player Special livery as the next year title sponsor Camel came in to paint the cars completely yellow.
