Mechanics in the Mercedes-Benz W196 of Moss (6) and Fangio (2). Monaco Grand Prix 1955. - Photo by Edward Quinn

Mechanics in the Mercedes-Benz W196 of Moss (6) and Fangio (2). Monaco Grand Prix 1955.

A moment of quiet concentration before the 1955 Monaco Grand Prix. In the foreground, Stirling Moss sits in the cockpit of his silver Mercedes-Benz W196, number 6, his expression somber. A small Union Jack adorns the bodywork behind him. Directly behind, teammate Juan Manuel Fangio is seated in the sister car, number 2. The atmosphere is one of focused anticipation as mechanics and spectators crowd the bustling street circuit.


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GPMonaco, Racing

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