A promising launch but a dismal season for Ferrari

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Back in 1973, the Ferrari had high expectations for its upcoming season when it rolled out its contender under the watchful eye of Enzo Ferrari - seen here at the forefront of the picture flanked by son Piero Ferrari.

Unfortunately, the Scuderia's B3 self-supporting chassis created by designer John Thompson was uncompetitive from the outset, even in the capable hands of the great Jacky Ickx.

There would be no wins for the Scuderia that year, the Italian outfit enduring a meager harvest of just 12 points during its dismal campaign.

The winds of change therefore started blowing at Maranello over the summer of '73.

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.