Page "1959 German Grand Prix" Paragraph 5

The results show evidence of the inconsistency with which rules were applied in this era.

According to Formula One rules of the day, those drivers who retired before the end of the Grand Prix should only be classified if they pushed the car over the line after the finish.

This rule was not applied to Harry Schell, who retired some 11 laps before the end.

However, the rule was applied in other races, such as the 1960 Belgian Grand Prix.

The rules were later clarified in 1966.