Lotus 18
- 1960 Lotus 18 Formula Junior
- Frame 987193. body plate 18/J/789 (attached to car).
- Sold in batch of six too Papa Rodriguez. Raced by Alvarez in 1961 in support race to the 1961 Grand Prix. Copy of race program available.
- Bought in 2011 to Australia by Rob Hanns and Steve Lunn.
- Purchased in part by G Dell in 2018 and totally rebuilt.
- Chassis repaired by Elwyn Bickely and gearbox rebuilt by Colliers (Renaut). Cost to rebuild noted until it got $72992 and then ceased noting.
- Motor standard Ford Anglia 1000 cc. New front body and another new one included.
- Original wobbly magnesium wheels. New original style steering wheel, pink leather covered. New water and oil radiator. New fuel tank with baffles. New seat covers, all instruments.
- 2.40 MM Webbers, all hydraulics replaced and new pedal box fitted.
- New exhaust fitted, new radius rods and wishbones fitted.
- As car not driven at all since completed will require good check before racing.
- Ring Graham Dell on 0419 429 615 to view car in Sydney, or any further information required or email; gdell38@gmail.com
- Price $80,000 AUS
1960 Elva 200
SOLD
- 1960 Elva 200 Formula Junior.
- Class C2.
- Chassis number 200/10F
- FIA identity number 37090 / FIA HTP valid until 31/12/2024
- Of the 20 Elva 200s, 5 cars were originally fitted with Ford engines.
- This car was originally purchased by Paddy Hopkirk for his friend Charles Eyre-Maunsell.
- The car was first raced in Northern Ireland.
- Ford 1100cc pre-crossflow engine rebuilt by Sam Wilson in 2019, mated to VW gearbox.
- Chassis stripped and repaired after a frontal accident in Portugal at the end of 2019.
- Roll hoop replaced and raised, chassis jigged and repaired before being powder coated in 2020.
- New radiator and fuel tank manufactured by Radicool in 2019.
- Car used for hillclimbing in 2021 and 2022.
- Viewing in Silverstone.
- Price £50,000.00
- Mark Haynes, mhaynesfms@gmail.com, 07921393724.
North Star
SOLD
- 1961 North Star Mk 1 Formula Junior
- £44,950
- This was the first competition car produced by North Star Engineering of Warwick. The Mk 1 was affectionately known as Fred (Ford Rear Engined Device). It has had only five owners from new and has a long and well documented history. The car was driven by Bill Belcher from 1961 to 1964 and was very successful in club and national events, including at Goodwood. Unusually the car ran on wire wheels, as fitted today.
- The North Star has been completely rebuilt in recent years, including a Paul Gardner 1100cc Ford engine with a Richardson head, and a PDS rebuilt Hewland Mk 6 gearbox. Most recently the car has benefitted from new driveshafts, rear springs, exhaust system, roll hoop and front hubs. All safety equipment is in date.
- FIA HTP Valid until 31/12/2028
- The car is supplied complete with two very large history files including period programmes, photographs, race reports and adverts, invoices and current and previous HTP papers. Also an exhibition board incorporating the cars history and original wood rim steering wheel. There is a useful spares package including spare bodywork and a nose mould, with a full list available on request.
- A regular and well-known competitor in Formula Junior events, the North Star has also raced it the Goodwood Revival.
- Its rarity, history and unique appearance make it an attractive and interesting prospect for future owners and event organisers alike.
- Contact: Adam Sykes; ajs@adamsykes.co.uk
De Tomaso – 1963
- De Tomaso Formula Junior
- 1963, De Tomaso Formula Junior, 1100 Cosworth MAE
- 1 of 5 Works Racing Cars of De Tomaso Formula Junior
- Swiss full restoration from 2008 to 2014
- The complete restoration between 2008 and 2014 included every screw, so to speak, of this very rare De Tomaso Formula Junior, which was acquired directly from the De Tomaso factory.
- The tubular frame, chassis, braking system, engine, shifting and other components were extensively restored by the respected and very experienced Bruno Schaffner.
- The final assembly was completed by Urban FÃssler Mechanik in Hinwil.
- In total, invoices of about CHF 140,000.- are presented and do not include the purchases or many other honorary services.
- In total, more than CHF 200,000.- were invested in this De Tomaso Formula Junior.
- According to a De Tomaso expert, only five examples of these Formula Junior works racing cars were built by De Tomaso.
- NB – would need to have correct period gearbox for the car to race
- More info here; https://lutziger-classiccars.com/en/fahrzeuge/de-tomaso-formel-junior-1100-cosworth-1963/
Lotus 18 FJ-707
- Restored to the highest standard and ready to race
- A 5-year rebuild project, with fully dynoed engine and all-new other components, has just been completed by Mark Greens historic race car restoration workshop, Motor Racing Medics (Redhill, Surrey), who have an extensive experience of Lotus 18 restoration and preparation.
- The car has just been issued with its FIA Historic Technical Passport, valid until 2032.
- Further details here; https://deeleytj.wixsite.com/lotus-18
- Asking price;£65,000
- Contact: Jeremy Deeley: jjdeeley@btinternet.com / +44 7941 500 774
Lotus 18 FJ 741
- Lotus 18 FJ741 Formula Junior from 1960
- Ready to race, available to view in Brussels
- HTP valid until 31/12/25
- In current ownership since 2006
- Raced at Grand Prix Historique de Monaco in May 2006
- Regular FIA Lurani Trophy participant, including Class winns in 2012 – 2013, 2015 – 2019
- Currently class C1 category, i.e. 1000cc, rear engine, Renault gearbox hewland inside, drum brakes
- Two invitations to Goodwood Revival in 2013 and 2017
- There are also a few pieces, especially a rare and useful crown pinion
- Price 69000 Eur
- Contact Luc; tqc@skynet.be