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1970 Chevron B17C Formula 2 chassis number B17C 70/02 with continuous and well documented history
Professionally prepared and maintained by Dave Abbott and Team
Valid HTP until 31/12/2032.
Period correct and highly sought after Geoff Richardson 1600cc Cosworth FVA on mechanical injection with less than 3.5hrs documented running since full 2023 rebuild
Hewland FT200 gearbox rebuilt in 2023 by JP with new crown wheel and pinion and new Tilton twin plate clutch 2023 and Advanced Fuel Systems 40ltr FIA certificated Fuel cell fitted new in 2023
2 x sets of wheels with fresh Avon A11 slick tyres and virtually unused A15 wets
All safety components of the highest quality and in date including Schroth 6 point harness and Lifeline fire extinguisher (new in 2021) and freshly serviced in February 2024
The car speaks for itself and is race ready for International F2, HSCC Derek Bell Trophy or Classic Equip F2/Atlantic series. Also a wonderfully competitive car for a host of historic national, international and nostalgia speed events.
Anno Domini a factor in decision to move on – maybe a return to something more relaxed beckons so exchange or P/Ex possibly an option?
On the button and here to enjoy – sensible offers invited and happy to discuss
Full specification and further detail on request – Contact Chris Merrick (Gloucestershire) 07516 420440

Lotus 18 – J – 832

Brief History:

Imported to Sweden in 1960 by Jo Bonnier who drove/demonstrated the car, then sold it to BP Sweden in 1961.
Raced subsequently by Bo Ljungfeldt and other Swedish drivers in 1961 and ’62, and raced in FJ until ’64 before being modified to Formula Vee.
Restored to FJ spec in 1998/99 by Ake Axelsson in Stockholm and raced sucesefully by his daughter Michaela.
Purchased by current owner in 2019.

Australian constructed 1961 JOLUS FJ built as a small volume race car by Bob Joass in Sydney
Raced successfully from December 1961- December 1963 in the Australian FJ Championship by Paul Bolton
It comes with a detailed history including Log Books for Motor Sport Australia and new FIA HTP Class D, valid until (31-12-33).
The car has Aluminium Drum brakes and a High horsepower Ford Steel FJ motor that has a Dry Sump and a Farndon crankshaft installed.
It drives through a VW/Hewland style tunnel 4 speed gearbox and is Suitable for a tall driver and is Race Ready.
It is fully restored with new Shocks, painted Fibreglass Body & new Wheels and all castings.
As I am the proud owner of the protype Jolus FJ as well, Spares are not a problem as I have the original patterns and jigs for, Wheels, Uprights, Gearbox Adaptor and front backing Plates, together with Suspension Jigs and the Windscreen & Body molds.
Please make contact if you need more information, at (geoff@geoff-fry.com.au)
Sale price STG 51,500

Lotus 20/22, 1961
The first owner was Brian Hart Racing Engines (later: Brian Hart Ltd.) was a manufacturer of racing engines based in Harlow, Great Britain. The company was founded in 1969 by former racing driver Brian Hart. Hart modified the Oil cooling system, so every part is in the back. You don’t get cooked feet!
The owner before me was Bruno Schaffner, a very successful driver and profound Lotus connoisseur.
The car comes with a second front, complete gear set and a total of 8 rims.
The color is green with orange.
The engine has been overhauled and runs wonderfully.
The HTP is number: CH-5720, valid until 31.12.2025
The price is 110`000.-£
Contact Urs: u.mueller@rheinfinanz.ch

1970 Chevron B17C Formula 2