 Albert Lory, who had built his reputation with Delage in the 1920s, was placed in charge of the project team, but he only took responsibility for the engine, being highly critical of the chassis and suspension design which he, along with independent commentators, regarded as the car’s weak spot.In 1947 the car was entered for the French Grand Prix, and the race, run that year at Lyon, was postponed till 21 September to enable it to compete.Unfortunately the transmission broke on the start line, and the record shows that it was placed last after completing zero laps.