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In 1988, F1 was transitioning away from turbos, imposing strict fuel limitations. The MP4/4 was built specifically to work within these constraints.

The car’s success is shrouded in a creative dispute between F1 design legend Gordon Murray and chief designer Steve Nichols over who truly conceived the car's core design philosophy. g60711.mp4

The Honda engine deal was signed late, in August 1987, forcing a rushed design process for the 1988 car. In 1988, F1 was transitioning away from turbos,

It featured a low-profile design, with the driver in a highly reclined, almost lying-down position to improve aerodynamics. 3. The 1988 Season of Dominance F1 was transitioning away from turbos