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Secret Bathurst mission for F1 champ

8 May 2019, 2:00 pm

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Secret Bathurst mission for F1 champ
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Secret Bathurst mission for F1 champ
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Jenson Button set a remarkable benchmark lap time of 2m35.207s in a standard Honda Civic Type R at Mount Panorama during the Easter long weekend. This achievement establishes a new standard for road-going hot hatches, surpassing racing-modified competitors like the BMW and Hyundai i30 N. Button praised the Civic Type R’s performance, noting its speed and fun factor on the iconic track. Honda emphasised that the car used was completely road legal, showcasing its capabilities without modifications.

Brands mentioned: Honda, BMW, Hyundai, VW, Renault

 

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