(06) 1948: Ferrari 166 F2

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Formula Two Drivers' Trophy was established in 1948, but only became a championship in 1967. As part of the first set of regulations, single-seaters with normally aspirated or supercharged 500 cc engines could compete on circuits around Europe. Ferrari didn't take part from the start because of the publicity implications, so they built their own single-seater that fully utilized the regulations.  Using the two-liter (1995.02 cc) engine that powered the closed wheel 166, the F2 car had its output increased to over 150 hp by installing three Weber 32DCF carburetors instead of one unit. With the 1948-49 166, the gearbox was en bloc with the engine and had five speeds plus reverse. In 1950, it became a single unit with four speeds. With Raymond Sommer's win at the 1948 Grand Prix of Florence, the 166 F2's racing career got off to a greatstart. In 1949, the 166 F2 was consecrated, with a new engine and a lighter, more agile chassis. Rome, Naples, Bari, Monza, and Reims were the first wins for the 166 F2. Among its successful drivers was a man who drove a yellow and blue 166 F2 entered by the Automobile Club of Argentina. At Monza, Juan Manuel Fangio quickly proved his extraordinary driving talent and won - he's known as the 'young' hopeful.