Description 1959 3000 mk1 works replica to 59 gts spec. One gentleman owner spanning a period of 35 years post ground up nut and bolt restoration. The vehicle boasts a wonderful and fully documented and photographic rally history competing in some of the most notable events such as the monte ,liege rome liege,acropolis etc to name but a few. Along with a full documented restoration file a heritage certificate and full FIVA logbook are also present making the car eligible for HERO and important international events. Every invoice and m.o.t are also present. A brief spec of the vehicle as follows All alloy wings fitted with works vents Lightweight works hardtop Half bolt in roll cage Period dash with full rally instrumentation,halda twinmaster,map light etc Ridguard rally seats with 6 point FIA harness Engine is to 59 gts spec including works crankshaft,forged pistons,unleaded gas flowed cylinder head with janspeed 6 branch exhast manifold,twin s.u 2" HD8 carburetters and stainless steel rally silencers. Gearbox is a mk3 centre change unit with full competition overdrive unit. Recent work includes the overhaul and detailing of both front and rear suspension with new rear springs and shock absorbers and brake linings being fitted at the rear and new kingpins,front discs and aeroquip brake hoses fitted at the front with all parts being media blasted and re enamelled new minilite knock on wheels complete with new khumo v700a tyres just fitted. Other upgrades and parts fitted as follows. Lightweight pre engaged starter motor,alternator conversion,uprated radiator with electric fan,alloy DWR oil sump and DWR alloy sump guard,FIA alloy baffled fuel tank with twin pumps,heavy duty front anti roll bar and uprated big spindle shock absorbers. This is a super car for the person who might like to get involved in the sporting scene and enjoy the car as it was intended for or just for pleasurable fast road driving,fully on the button and ready to be enjoyed. Along with the large history file present there is also various spares which will accompany the car upon sale. Further information upon request. Test drives and viewings are welcome by appointment. |