Race and classic pictures

A Ferrari for those white winter days

In late 1972, in a bid to extricate itself from a deep F1 crisis, Ferrari introduced the 312B3 which was aptly named 'Spazzaneve' for its distinctive and peculiar 'snow-plow' front end.

After extensive testing in the hands of Jacky Ickx and Arturo Merzario, the square looking and oddly-proportioned B3 was deemed another failure for designer Mauro Forghieri. The car was never raced and its creator was temporarily relegated to Ferrari's experimental department.

The ugly duckling lives on however, regularly appearing in historic F1 events in the hands of its owner. And while unattractive, it sounds beautiful!

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.