Gemini Mk II

Elva 100

 

Stanguellini

 

EFAC Stanguellini

  • Prototype front engined Formula Junior race car built by Phillipe Faure in Boulonge-sur-Mer in 1959.
  • The chassis is based on a Bialbero Stanguellini Barchetta modified in the EFAC workshop.
  • Similar to a regular Stanguellini however with a longer wheelbase, lower profile, and with a sleeker aluminium body, giving the car a distinctive look, not unlike a Maserati 250F.
  • The original engine based on Fiat and Simca components was fitted with twin Weber carburettors and the suspension parts borrowed from Dauphin and Peugeot.
  • On completion the car was track tested by the French newspaper LEquip in 1959, the test driver reporting superb road holding, acceleration,  and a top speed of around 200km/h.
  • In current ownership since 2011, forming part of a collection.
  • Raced with FJ in 2012, winning the Front Engined Class A Championship and competed with FJ in 2013, 4th in class.
  • Invitations followed in the 2012 Revival and 2014 Members Meeting.
  • This car has just undergone race preparation for 2023 including new belts and fire extinguisher system, prepared by David Abbott who has always looked after it under current ownership.
  • Currently fitted with a Setford, Fiat based engine, it comes with the fully rebuilt originalnSimca / Fiat engine with zero miles.
  • HTP is valid until 31/12/2027.
  • An exciting opportunity to acquire one of the prettiest front engined FJ cars in any paddock.
  • Reason for sale: Reducing size of collection
  • POA
  • Contact: pat.barford@btopenworld.com
     
     

1959 Stanguellini

Gemini Mk II