Bob Wallace (test driver) - Revision history

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	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach#Prototypes\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach#Prototypes\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to ~~actually~~ race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>

	Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.		Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.

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	==Later life==		==Later life==

	Following his departure from Lamborghini, Wallace and his wife settled in [[Phoenix, Arizona]], US. There he established an independent mechanic ~~shop~~, Bob Wallace Cars, where he restored and maintained Ferrari and Lamborghini cars.<ref name="TCC2000">{{Citation\|title=Bob Wallace Interview\|magazine=Thoroughbred and Classic Car\|date=January 2000\|issue=316\|pages=60–64}}</ref> Much of Wallace's work ~~at this shop~~ involved maintenance, restoration and race preparation for vintage Ferraris.<ref name="Gauld2007" /><ref name=":0" />		Following his departure from Lamborghini, Wallace and his wife settled in [[Phoenix, Arizona]], US. There he established an independent mechanic company, Bob Wallace Cars, where he restored and maintained Ferrari and Lamborghini cars.<ref name="TCC2000">{{Citation\|title=Bob Wallace Interview\|magazine=Thoroughbred and Classic Car\|date=January 2000\|issue=316\|pages=60–64}}</ref> Much of Wallace's work there involved maintenance, restoration and race preparation for vintage Ferraris.<ref name="Gauld2007" /><ref name=":0" />

	Wallace died on 19 September 2013 at the age of 75.<ref name="Obit">{{Citation\|title=Famous Lamborghini test driver Bob Wallace passed away\|publisher=lamboCARS.com\|date=23 September 2013\|access-date=28 January 2014\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/lambonews/famous_lamborghini_test_driver_bob_wallace_passed_away.html}}</ref>		Wallace died on 19 September 2013 at the age of 75.<ref name="Obit">{{Citation\|title=Famous Lamborghini test driver Bob Wallace passed away\|publisher=lamboCARS.com\|date=23 September 2013\|access-date=28 January 2014\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/lambonews/famous_lamborghini_test_driver_bob_wallace_passed_away.html}}</ref>

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	==Later life==		==Later life==

	Following his departure from Lamborghini, Wallace and his wife settled in [[Phoenix, Arizona]]. There he established an independent mechanic shop, Bob Wallace Cars, where he restored and maintained Ferrari and Lamborghini cars.<ref name="TCC2000">{{Citation\|title=Bob Wallace Interview\|magazine=Thoroughbred and Classic Car\|date=January 2000\|issue=316\|pages=60–64}}</ref> Much of Wallace's work at this shop involved maintenance, restoration and race preparation for vintage Ferraris.<ref name="Gauld2007" /><ref name=":0" />		Following his departure from Lamborghini, Wallace and his wife settled in [[Phoenix, Arizona]], US. There he established an independent mechanic shop, Bob Wallace Cars, where he restored and maintained Ferrari and Lamborghini cars.<ref name="TCC2000">{{Citation\|title=Bob Wallace Interview\|magazine=Thoroughbred and Classic Car\|date=January 2000\|issue=316\|pages=60–64}}</ref> Much of Wallace's work at this shop involved maintenance, restoration and race preparation for vintage Ferraris.<ref name="Gauld2007" /><ref name=":0" />

	Wallace died on 19 September 2013 at the age of 75.<ref name="Obit">{{Citation\|title=Famous Lamborghini test driver Bob Wallace passed away\|publisher=lamboCARS.com\|date=23 September 2013\|access-date=28 January 2014\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/lambonews/famous_lamborghini_test_driver_bob_wallace_passed_away.html}}</ref>		Wallace died on 19 September 2013 at the age of 75.<ref name="Obit">{{Citation\|title=Famous Lamborghini test driver Bob Wallace passed away\|publisher=lamboCARS.com\|date=23 September 2013\|access-date=28 January 2014\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/lambonews/famous_lamborghini_test_driver_bob_wallace_passed_away.html}}</ref>

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach#Prototypes\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach~~#Prototype LP 500~~\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>

Sammi Brie: Adding local short description: "New Zealand test driver (1938–2013)", overriding Wikidata description "New Zealand test driver"

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Adding local short description: "New Zealand test driver (1938–2013)", overriding Wikidata description "New Zealand test driver"

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Mztourist: /* Work at Lamborghini */ conversion

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	[[File:1970s Urraco Wallace.jpg\|alt=Bob Wallace standing next to a Lamborghini Urraco in 1975\|thumb\|Wallace with a [[Lamborghini Urraco]] in 1975]]		[[File:1970s Urraco Wallace.jpg\|alt=Bob Wallace standing next to a Lamborghini Urraco in 1975\|thumb\|Wallace with a [[Lamborghini Urraco]] in 1975]]
	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105~~-mile~~ distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />

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Undid revision 1134541027 by Bizzylizzy (talk) rv uncited additions. according to Guizzardi's 2015 bio of Wallace, he left before the Wolf car was built. See also Patti's 2022 Countach book, which says Wolf car was Dallara's project, no mention of Wallace

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" /> ~~in 1971 and the two LP400 prototypes in 1972 - 1973.~~		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>
	As a last act before leaving Lamborghini, Wallace also developed a special version of the Countach LP400 at the request of Walter Wolf, owner of a formula 1 team. This development of the Countach LP400, known as the "Walter Wolf Countach", was well known in the F1 circus, and was so successful that it was put into production with the LP400s name and was sold in 237 units.

	Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.		Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" /> in 1971 and the two LP400 prototypes in 1972 - 1973.
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>
			As a last act before leaving Lamborghini, Wallace also developed a special version of the Countach LP400 at the request of Walter Wolf, owner of a formula 1 team. This development of the Countach LP400, known as the "Walter Wolf Countach", was well known in the F1 circus, and was so successful that it was put into production with the LP400s name and was sold in 237 units.

	Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.		Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.

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	'''Bob Wallace''' (1938{{snd}}19 September 2013) was a New Zealand [[test driver]], [[automotive engineer]] and [[Auto mechanic\|mechanic]], best known for his role in developing early [[Lamborghini]] road cars.		'''Bob Wallace''' (4 October 1938{{snd}}19 September 2013) was a New Zealand [[test driver]], [[automotive engineer]] and [[Auto mechanic\|mechanic]], best known for his role in developing early [[Lamborghini]] road cars.

	==Early life==		==Early life==

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach#Prototypes\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the {{convert\|105\|mi}} distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach~~#Prototype LP 500~~\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Lamborghini Countach\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" /> ~~in 1971 and the two LP400 prototypes in 1972 - 1973.~~		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>
	As a last act before leaving Lamborghini, Wallace also developed a special version of the Countach LP400 at the request of Walter Wolf, owner of a formula 1 team. This development of the Countach LP400, known as the "Walter Wolf Countach", was well known in the F1 circus, and was so successful that it was put into production with the LP400s name and was sold in 237 units.

	Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.		Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.

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	Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>		Following the 1963 racing season, Wallace was hired by Lamborghini at the then-new factory in [[Sant'Agata Bolognese]]. Initially, his role was to assist in production of the [[Lamborghini 350 GT\|350 GT]] as a mechanic and, in his words, "trouble-shooter".<ref name="Lyons1988" /> He was soon recognised at the factory as talented in vehicle evaluation and subsequently became the chief test driver for Lamborghini, a position which included duties as a road development engineer.<ref name="Browning1985">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini – The Quest for Perfection\|last1=Browning\|first1=Ken\|magazine=Automobile Quarterly\|volume=23\|number=1\|date=Summer 1985\|page=22}}</ref> The majority of Lamborghini testing was conducted on public roads, including the [[autostrada]] and mountain roads, although cars were also run at tracks such as the nearby [[Varano Circuit]]. During road tests, Wallace often engaged in informal competition with the Ferrari and Maserati test drivers, either directly or through timed runs such as the 105-mile distance between the [[Milan]] and [[Modena]] autostrada [[toll booths]].<ref name="Gross1986">{{Citation\|title=The Highwayman\|magazine=Automobile Magazine\|date=November 1986\|last1=Gross\|first1=Ken\|volume=1\|number=8}}</ref>

	In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" />		In 1965, Wallace worked with [[Gianpaolo Dallara]] and Dallara's then-assistant [[Paolo Stanzani]] to develop the [[Lamborghini Miura]]. He conducted extensive road testing of Miura prototype and production cars, informing the development of Miura S and SV versions.<ref name="RiveBox1974">{{Citation\|title=History of Lamborghini\|year=1974\|last1=de la Rive Box\|first1=Rob\|last2=Crump\|first2=Richard\|publisher=Transport Bookman Publications\|isbn=0851840108\|pages=22–24}}</ref><ref name="Pasini1984">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini: Catalogue Raisonné 1963–1984\|editor=Stefano Pasini\|publisher=Automobilia\|year=1984\|isbn=88-85058-41-8\|pages=31–37}}</ref> He also participated in development of the [[Lamborghini 400 GT\|400 GT]], [[Lamborghini Islero\|Islero]], [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]], [[Lamborghini Jarama\|Jarama]], [[Lamborghini Espada\|Espada]], and most extensively, the [[Lamborghini Countach\|Countach]], including road-testing of the [[Countach#Prototype LP 500\|LP500 prototype]].<ref name="RiveBox1974" /> in 1971 and the two LP400 prototypes in 1972 - 1973.
	[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]		[[Image:Wikilamjarw.jpg\|thumb\|Two Bob Wallace-modified Lamborghinis: the Miura P400 Jota (left, replica of original) and the Jarama "Bob" (right)]]
	Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>		Wallace created three lightweight, high-performance versions of Lamborghini road cars during his time at the manufacturer. Despite [[Ferruccio Lamborghini]]'s reluctance to become involved with racing, Wallace believed Lamborghini production models had great competition potential and built these modified versions on his initiative as [[proof of concept]] exercises and [[Test mule\|test mules]]. The first and most well-known of these specials was the [[Lamborghini Miura#P400 Jota\|Miura P400 Jota]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /> After creating the Jota, Wallace modified Jarama #10350 to create the [[Lamborghini Jarama#Jarama Rally\|Jarama "Bob," RS, or Rally]]. He performed many racing-oriented modifications to this car including a stiffened chassis, lighter body panels, modified aerodynamics, upgraded suspension, Miura wheels, and a reworked engine producing an estimated 380 bhp.<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="JaramaRegistry">{{Citation\|title=Jarama Registry\|url=http://www.jaramaregistry.com/10350.html\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref><ref name="JaramaBOB">{{Citation\|title=Lamborghini Jarama 'BOB'\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/archive/older/jarambob.htm\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref> The final Wallace special was the Urraco "Bob" (also known as the Rally or Rallye), created from the third [[Lamborghini Urraco\|Urraco]] pre-production [[prototype]]. The car was lightened, stiffened, and provided with aerodynamic enhancements, a [[roll cage]], six-speed transaxle and a special "[[Multi-valve#Four valves\|quattrovalvole]]" 3.0 litre [[V8]] engine producing 310 bhp. This was the only one of the three factory-built Wallace Lamborghinis to actually race, in a single outing at [[Misano Circuit]].<ref name="Lyons1988" /><ref name="UrracoRallye">{{Citation\|title=Urraco Rallye – the STORY\|last1=Smeyers\|first1=Mark\|url=http://www.lambocars.com/v8_engine/urraco_rallye.html\|date=18 November 2005\|publisher=LamboCARS.com\|access-date=28 January 2014}}</ref>
			As a last act before leaving Lamborghini, Wallace also developed a special version of the Countach LP400 at the request of Walter Wolf, owner of a formula 1 team. This development of the Countach LP400, known as the "Walter Wolf Countach", was well known in the F1 circus, and was so successful that it was put into production with the LP400s name and was sold in 237 units.

	Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.		Wallace left Lamborghini in 1975, following Ferruccio Lamborghini's sale of the company in 1974.<ref name="Browning1985" /> Subsequently, [[Valentino Balboni]] took over as chief test driver.