Lake Eyre South Australia Australia Collection

Mechanics working on Bluebird CN7 for World Land speed record attempt, Lake Eyre, 1964
Mechanics working on Bluebird CN7 for World Land speed record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Elfin Ford used to test tyre grip during Bluebird record attempt, Lake Eyre, 1964
Elfin Ford used to test the grip of scale models of Bluebird CN7s tyres on the salt, driven by Andrew Mustard during Donald Campbells World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Ampol fuel trucks en route to Lake Eyre for Bluebird CN7 Land Speed Record attempt, 1964
Ampol fuel trucks en route to Lake Eyre for Bluebird CN7 Land Speed Record attempt, Australia, 1964

Mechanics working on Bluebird CN7 at lake Eyre for World Land speed record attempt, 1964
Mechanics working on Bluebird CN7 at lake Eyre for World Land speed record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Support vehicles, Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia
Toyota and Land Rover support vehicles, Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Longines timing equipment for Bluebird CN7s World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 support team barbequeing at Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964. Creator: Unknown
Bluebird CN7 support team barbequeing at Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Scene during Bluebird CN7 world land speed record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 deploying parachute at Lake Eyre, World Land Speed Record attempt, 1964
Bluebird CN7 deploying parachute at Lake Eyre, World Land Speed Record attempt, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 in temporary canvas hangar for World Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 being transported to Lake Eyre for World Record attempt, 1964
Bluebird CN7 being transported to Lake Eyre for World Record attempt, Australia, 1964

Toyota Ampol fuelling trucks for Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt, Australia
Toyota Ampol fuelling trucks for Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt at Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7, Donald Campbell and support crew, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964
Bluebird CN7, Donald Campbell and support crew, World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Donald Campbell with his wife Tonia and Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 support crew, Ken Norris (3rd from left), Leo Villa (3rd from right)
Bluebird CN7 support crew, including Ken Norris (3rd from left) and Leo Villa (3rd from right), Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Bluebird CN7 support crew member Allan Dougherty, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Mechanics fuelling Bluebird CN7 for World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, 1964
Mechanics fuelling Bluebird CN7 for Doanld Campbells World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Marking the course for Bluebird CN7s World Land Speed record attempt, Lake Eyre
Marking the record run course for Bluebird CN7s World Land Speed record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Mechanics inflating Bluebird CN7 tyre for World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre
Mechanics inflating one of Bluebird CN7s tyres for Doanld Campbells World Land Speed Record attempt, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Donald Campbell in front of Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964. Creator: Unknown
Donald Campbell in front of Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

World Land Speed Record course for Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964
Blue paint marking the World Land Speed Record course for Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Allan Dougherty, support crew member for Bluebird CN7 World Land Speed Record attempt, holding on of the cars wheels, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Donald Campbell being interviewed in front of Bluebird CN7, Lake Eyre, Australia, 1964

Donald Campbell in Bluebird CN7 cockpit at Lake Eyre 1963, Ken Norris on right. Creator: Unknown
Donald Campbell in Bluebird CN7 cockpit at Lake Eyre 1963, Ken Norris on right

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In 1964, Lake Eyre in South Australia became the epicenter of a groundbreaking endeavor as mechanics tirelessly worked on the iconic Bluebird CN7 for its World Land Speed Record attempt. The vast expanse of Lake Eyre provided the perfect testing ground for this audacious feat. During the record attempt, an Elfin Ford was employed to test the tire grip on the treacherous terrain of Lake Eyre. This crucial element ensured that every aspect of Bluebird's performance was optimized for success. As anticipation built, Ampol fuel trucks embarked on their journey towards Lake Eyre, carrying with them the lifeblood that would power Bluebird CN7 during its historic run. These vehicles were essential in ensuring a seamless refueling process and maintaining peak performance throughout. The dedicated mechanics continued their relentless efforts at Lake Eyre, meticulously fine-tuning every detail of Bluebird CN7. Their unwavering commitment and expertise played a pivotal role in shaping this pioneering vehicle's destiny. Support vehicles lined up along the shores of Lake Eyre, ready to provide assistance whenever needed. They formed an integral part of this ambitious venture, offering vital support to ensure smooth operations during all stages of preparation and execution. Precise timing was imperative for such a monumental undertaking; therefore, Longines timing equipment stood poised at Lake Eyre to capture every split-second moment as history unfolded before their eyes. Amidst intense work schedules and high-stakes pressure, moments of respite were cherished by the Bluebird CN7 support team. Barbecues by the tranquil waters allowed them to unwind momentarily while forging bonds that would withstand even greater challenges ahead. Captured within photographs frozen in time is a scene depicting both determination and ambition—a testament to human ingenuity pushing boundaries against nature's formidable forces. It serves as a reminder that dreams can be realized through perseverance and unwavering belief in what seems impossible.