A lifelong passion for race car design

Jo Marquart's name is linked to the design of several Racing Car companies, starting from the 1960's. Lotus, McLaren, Huron, GRD, Modus and, most of all, Argo for the last 18 years of his life. This website is dedicated to Jo and his designs; his talented partners and colleagues over the years and to all racing fans worldwide with an interest in racing history.

The early years

The early years

From 1936 to 1964

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50 years since Jo’s first design

50 years since Jo’s first design

From Wilson GT to Lotus

From 1964 to 1969

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McLaren

McLaren

Chief Designer in a successful team

From 1969 to 1971

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Huron Cars

Huron Cars

A failed attempt at independence

From 1971 to 1972

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Group Racing Developments (GRD)

Group Racing Developments (GRD)

Early greatness and slow decline

From 1972 to 1973

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Modus Cars

Modus Cars

A bright future cut short by financial constraints

From 1973 to 1976

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Anglia Cars

Anglia Cars

The Beginning of Argo

From 1976 to 1978

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Argo

Argo

Success in Formula 3 and beyond

From 1978 to 1983

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Argo Sports Cars

Argo Sports Cars

Champions on two continents

From 1983 to 1993

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The Final Years

The Final Years

Racing until the flag drops

1993

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