“Life is measured in achievement, not in years alone.” Bruce McLaren Today would have been Bruce’s 89th birthday, and few lives prove his words more powerfully than his own, as these artefacts show. Swipe through the achievements that defined his legacy and continue to inspire us today. #McLarenAuto #BruceMcLaren The First Win | Muriwai, 1952 Bruce was just 15 when he won his first competitive event at the Muriwai Hill Climb in an Austin 7 Ulster rebuilt with his father, Les. It was the first sign of the determination, curiosity and maverick spirit that defined his life. The Youngest Grand Prix Winner | 1959 At 22 years and 104 days old, Bruce became the youngest Formula 1 Grand Prix winner in history, taking victory at Sebring and announcing himself on the world stage. Starting McLaren | 1963 Rather than wait for opportunity, Bruce created it. He founded Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Ltd in a small workshop, beginning a journey that would change motorsport forever. The First Mc...