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For 1978, the car was re-sprayed in a red and white livery - most likely in deference to Toyota's increased involvement in the project. The team retained sponsorship from Rodenstock but brought in a new driver, Rolf Stommeln who had been the overall DRM Champion in the Gelo team Porsche 935 the previous year. Harald Ertl stayed with Schnitzer but moved to Division 2 in a BMW 320. |
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The Porsche 935s continued to dominate Division 1 however and, following a string of retirements, the best result for the LB was 8th place at Mainz-Finthen on 18th June. The car was also entered in to the Nurburgring 1000kms WMC race on 28th May, jointly piloted by Stommeln and Ertl. After qualifying in 6th position, the car retired again after just 4 laps. |
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Despite the speed of the car and some promising moments, the story of the Celica LB Turbo is one of dissapointing results. Nevertheless, this dramatic looking car is fondly remembered by motor racing fans. The car was immortalised by Tamiya with the release of a 1/24th scale motorized kit in 1978. One example of the car still exists, reported to be in the hands of a Toyota enthusiast in Bavaria. |