Car & Classic Dealer

Simon Drabble Cars

Andover, Hampshire

1965 Lola T70 Mk1 Chassis SL70/3 FIA HTP until 2027 For Sale

Chassis SL70/ 3 was the first T70 to be built and made its public debut at the end of January 1965, at the London Racing Car Show held at the Olympia Exhibition Halls. Painted dark blue with a white centre stripe, the car was the star of the show.

After the show, the car was sold to John Mecom on the 11th March 1965 and then flown out to Houston on the morning of the 13th March. This was the first T70 to be exported to the USA.

On arrival in America, SL70/ 3 was re-sprayed in the metallic blue and white racing livery of the Mecom Racing Team and promptly entered into the Sebring 12 Hours. Testing was limited to one initial shakedown at Sebring where it ran well. The car carries this livery today.

The car’s racing debut therefore came at the 1965 Sebring 12 Hours, where, driven by John Cannon and Jack Saunders, the car unfortunately retired when an oil cooler broke. At Pensacola for the first round of the 1965 USRRC in early April, Walt Hansgen placed the car on pole, however, he also retired after 12 laps. In early May, at Riverside, Hansgen qualified third but was forced to switch to Mecom’s new Scarab after a cracked block sidelined the T70. At Laguna Seca Hansgen retired again, this tine after eleven laps and missed Bridgehampton as he was trying to qualify for the Indy 500. In May 1965 the car was tested for Road and Track magazine, At the beginning of June during qualifying for the Players 200 at Mosport, Hansgen crashed the car and he took over the teams sister car SL70/ 2.

USRRC and CanAm driver and racecar trader bought the car damaged from Mecom, restored it and having taken the engine and gearbox off sold the car as a roller to Mac McClendon in June 1973. McClendon added the car to his collection of CanAm cars and sold it race ready in 2006 to Marc Devis. In 2011 the car was sold to Rofgo Collection and following an entry in the Whitsun Trophy in 2012 Goodwood Revival the car remained in the Collection until being sold to the penultimate owner who kept the car for a year before selling to the current owner in 2018. The car has been run by Aston Motorsport Limited (who run the current owner’s racing Aston Martin DB4GT) with invoices all on file the most recent being for £7, 475 in February 2021.

The car comes with extensive invoices since 2018, FIA HTP dated 2017 so expire 2027, an extensive history file and is registered with Lola Heritage

The car is eligible for Peter Auto, Masters and of course Goodwood Revival Whitsun Trophy where it is a potential winning car. It is for sale for £325, 000

This advert has now been removed through sale or otherwise.
Please see the list below for similar live adverts.

Similar Adverts

- Pre-series Iso Grifo - Sample vehicle for the series - Villa d' Este participant, Masterpieces participant - Perfectly restored - Color combination as at delivery - German first delivery via Auto Becker Düsseldorf Vehicle history: Engineer Giotto Bizzarrini, a former Ferrari employee who had left the Commendatore ...

79,910
27 Mar 2024
Germany

Introducing this 1965 Jaguar XKE Series I Fixed Head Coupe that is finished in Carmen Red complemented with a tan interior. This Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission, inline-six engine, triple Weber carburetors, front-wheel disc brakes, aluminum center console & dashboard, dual exhaust outlets, ...

26 Mar 2024
United States

Totally restored, competition-quality, like-new car New engine (running-in) New chassis New interior ASI GOLDEN PLATE<br><br>Painstaking restoration lasting 3 years Vehicle with first registration plate ROMA Powerful (135 hp) snappy and fast (205 kmh) Simply perfect<br><br>

1,150
22 Mar 2024
Italy
Private

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, or the belle of the ball in car land, is a downright legend. This example, the latest in the Silver Cloud family tree, the Silver Cloud III, is like a classic cup of tea - refined, tasteful and more British than Buckingham Palace. Born in 1965, with its striking headlights shining like ...

46,284
21 Mar 2024
Netherlands

I have owned this Mustang since 2010 and was imported from Arizona. I have invested a lot of time and love in the last 14 years. A 302 engine with unleaded heads was installed, so you no longer need any additives (lead substitute) in the petrol. Fan manifold with H-pipe Shelby gt350 exhaust system, side. Weiand intake ...

23 Mar 2024
Belgium
Private

Specifications Bodywork Length: cm (in): 428 (168.5) Width: cm (in): 172 (67.7) Height: cm (in): 194 (76.4) Wheelbase: cm (in): 240 (94.5) Mechanics. Displacement: boxer-4 1191 cc, rear-mounted Valve gear: 8 Fuel system: 1 carburetor Gearbox: 4-speed manual Driven wheels: rear-wheel drive Maximum power: 34 ...

13,228
24 Mar 2024
Belgium

Rare 1965 Porsche 912 with factory sunroof. Older restoration parts taken from a 1967 donor 912 Fully functional can be a daily drive. Porsche built not Karman was restored 15 years ago. More photos available upon request.<br><br>

16,523
7 Feb 2024
Greece
Private

Mercedes -Benz 230 SL Roadster Targa Oro ASI HARD-TOP Fully restored bodywork New leather seats and upholstery CRS radio<br><br>Safety and high-class design, that is definitely the Mercedes 230 SL 'Pagoda' (W 113), a true icon of the 1960s.<br><br>

24,500
16 Mar 2024
Italy
Private

Sunbeam tiger as far as rally cars goes this car has been and seen it all, having been on huge array of rallies around the world. small, fast reliable rally car is the tool for these types of events to have fun. Rebuilt in 2002/3 down to bare shell and back up fitted with a peter Knight 289 V8 Pro Alloy Fuel ...

77,611
26 Mar 2024
Essex
Private

Backdraft Cobra for sale Cobra replica Production year: 1965 Engine 5.l Ford Coyote engine, engineered for Ford Mustang GT Power 460 HP. Manual gearbox 1200 miles US import, taxes are payed. Location: Lithuania Worldwide delivery is available.

1,200
22 Mar 2024
Lithuania
Verified Dealer (see stock)

Introducing the highly anticipated arrival of our beloved Jaguar MK2, a timeless classic that underwent an extraordinary JD Classics restoration in 2016, showcasing unmatched craftsmanship and expertise. We are thrilled to present this exceptional automobile once again, now available for sale to passionate car enthusiasts. Embodying ...

28,163
22 Mar 2024
Essex
Verified Dealer (see stock)

1965 AC Cobra 427 Roadster - one of Brian Angliss `s - therefore particularly valuable A Cobra with a particularly valuable history is hereby offered. It is the Cobra with the chassis number CSX 3055, which was applied to the registration authority in America by none other than “Carroll Shelby” himself and was ...

16,248
21 Mar 2024
Germany
Private

Timeless, elegant, rare. Those are the words that dance through your thoughts like an opera when you gaze into the enchanting eyes of the Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider. This four-wheeled diva, born from the brilliant minds of Milanese Carrozzeria Touring, could easily be the most chic car ever. With its 6-cylinder, 2.6-liter ...

35,635
26 Mar 2024
Netherlands

"Grace, space, pace" - Jaguar. A Cool Classic of Cool Classics: the Jaguar E-type Series 1 4.2 OTS - For the past 59 years, the E-Type has followed its calling: drive, amaze and spread smiles. With her long nose, lush hips and sensual lines, cloaked in Opalescent Silver Grey with a red leather interior, she comes ...

77,164
21 Mar 2024
Netherlands
50
Picture of 1965 Aston Martin DB5 - For Sale

Hilton & Moss is thrilled to present this cherished Aston Martin DB5 to the market after a 31-year ownership. The DB5 boasts a timeless aesthetic and remains one of the most iconic cars globally. Despite there being only 899 DB5 Coupes ever manufactured, it's widely believed that half of the world's population would recognise ...

21 Mar 2024
Hertfordshire
Premium Verified Dealer (see stock)
19
Picture of 1965 BMW 3200 CS - For Sale

INT.CODE: BMV00088 We offer logistics and home delivery service. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer. Wide range of cars & motorbikes in offer in our premises. The car is visible in our showroom in Reggio Emilia, Italy. For more information please contact: Petru: + 39 338 6429745 Pellegrino: ...

47,051
21 Mar 2024
Italy
Premium Dealer (see stock)

Mustang coupe Fastback GT.350 evocation 1965, 5 Speed Tremec manual gearbox A lot of work has been done by professionals on this car: -Body -Interior -Mechanics: Exhaust + sports manifold, Lightened flywheel, Aluminum radiator, New electrical harness, Electronic ignition, Automatic electric fan, Electric fuel pump, ...

400
21 Feb 2024
France

Ford Mustang 289 Convertible First Series First Series year 1965 made in Michigan 289 V8 engine with 200 Horsepower colour Tropical Turquoise luxury interior with rally pack three speed manual transmission fully matching numbers top condition.car fully preserved with most of the body first paint all original upholstery ...

1
21 Mar 2024
Italy
Verified Dealer (see stock)