Debora SP93
| Industry | Automotive, Motorsport |
|---|---|
| Products | Sports prototype race cars |
The Debora SP93 represented a C3 category sports prototype engineered by Debora specifically for hillclimb events and the French Coupe Alfa Romeo series. In 1994, it underwent modifications and was rebranded as the Debora LMP294. Both variants were powered by a 3-litre Alfa Romeo V6 engine and competed under the banner of Didier Bonnet Racing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Production was limited to just two chassis (#C393-01 designated for Le Mans and #C393-02 for the Coupe Alfa Romeo), which were alternated between the SP93 and LMP294 models.
Racing history
The SP93 made its initial appearance at the 1993 Le Mans test session, piloted by Yvan Muller, Georges Tessier, Gérard Tremblay, and Didier Bonnet. Entered in the LMP class by Didier Bonnet Racing, it achieved an 18th place starting position and was unique as the only LMP-class participant. During the race, the team of Muller, Tremblay, and Tessier retired after completing 253 laps due to engine complications; nonetheless, they surpassed three finishers in total laps completed.
In 1994, the vehicle was upgraded to the LMP294 specification. Bruno Miot drove it during that year's Le Mans test session, attaining 19th place overall and second within the LMP2 category. The race lineup featured Georges Tessier, Pascal Dro, and Bernard Santal; however, their campaign ended after 79 laps because of a crash.
Following a four-year absence from competition, R.D.C. Schweiz entered Josef Pfyl in the Interserie event at Most in 1998. The car was reverted to SP93 specifications for participation in the Div.II-Euroserie class. Pfyl finished 15th overall and 11th in class during heat one but failed to qualify for heat two. Subsequently, this chassis was withdrawn from active racing.