1950 FRAZER NASH LE MANS REPLICA - BRIAN CLASSIC & CO Cheshire

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1950 FRAZER NASH LE MANS REPLICA

The 1950 Turin Motor Show Car.

This is one of three similar Le Mans Replicas built-in 1950 for public display and this car was used at the 1950 Turin Motor Show, as confirmed by Denis Jenkinson’s factory record and as shown in photographs in James Trigwell’s book.

After the show, the car was sold to Italian agents ‘Italcarco’ in Milan who eventually sold it to one Emilio Vincentini who had the car re-bodied by carrozzeria Rocco Motto in Turin and it was registered MI 250995. The body was a fixed head coupe typical of the Italian style at the time, along the lines of a Ferrari 166MM, Cisitalia and so on.

In 1976 the car was purchased in Italy by Colin Crabbe who brought it back to England and had the car restored, retaining the coupe body so that it could be used by his wife Fiona on the school run! He sold the car at the end of 1979 to David Penney who commissioned Crossthwaite & Gardner to return it to its original form. The coupe body was removed and a correct Le Mans Replica body was made by Peels of Surbiton. It was at this time that the car gained its current XOU3 registration. From 1982 the car was displayed at the Midland Motor Museum. The Motto body still exists as part of a special.

In July 1989 Sotheby’s sold the car to Michael Fisher who sold it in turn to Aston Martin chairman Victor Gauntlett and in November 1990 he sold it to Bill Clark in New Zealand.

Clark kept the car for 18 years, racing it extensively and having it maintained by the renowned Auto Restorations and Dave Silcock of Christchurch. He sold the car in 2008 to fellow racer and collector Peter Giddings in California who continued to race the car with success in the USA. The car is now in fabulous condition throughout, retaining a nice level of patina, and performs wonderfully on the road possessing all of the verve and sharp handling one would expect from one of the world’s most acclaimed collector’s cars.

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1960 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO - Classics and Collectors Ltd t/as Roman Garages Bridge End Road Grantham Lincs NG32 3AD

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Classics and Collectors Ltd t/as Roman Garages

Bridge End Road Grantham Lincs

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Website:  http://www.romangarages.com 

                         

1960 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO

THE CAR

Here is our stunning 1960 Chevrolet El Camino 283. Selected by our Canadian colleagues and imported by Roman Garages, this is a rare sight in the UK. Its the first generation of El Camino and was made only in 1959 and 1960, with the ’60 model smaller and incorporating some basic design changes. It has passed its MOT without advisories and is registered with UK age related plates. Recorded mileage is 13616 although this isn’t warranted. The vehicle has been restored in Canada and benefits from worthwhile upgrades.

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

This El Camino is fitted with the bulletproof Chevrolet 283ci V8. With its burbling V8 engine and 2-speed auto on the column, it starts, runs and drives exactly as it should and has a very respectable turn of speed.  This truck pulls strongly through the rev range and the gearbox changes smoothly both up and down the box, as well as kickdown.

THE INTERIOR

The interior sports a turquoise and white bench seat with more than enough room for three. The condition of the seat, headlining and door cards is very good and the attractive period instrument cluster houses working dials and switches. The floor is fully carpeted to match the interior decor.

THE EXTERIOR

Our Chevy El Camino is in fabulous condition for a vehicle of nearly 60 years old. Painted in a metallic turquoise, with all the proper chrome detailing, this is a real beauty. The paintwork is very good and the chromework is excellent. The looks of the pickup are set off by a set of wide chrome wheels with chrome hubcaps. One very important benefit is a front disc brake conversion which powerfully pulls the truck up in all conditions. The large steering wheel is required for the unassisted steering box, and for the era of North American vehicle is quite reasonably precise.

HISTORY

This car was spotted by our North American team, and imported by ourselves. We understand that this vehicle has been the recipient of a full restoration whilst in Canada, and it is clear from the tangible upgrades and general condition that a lot of money has been lavished on it. There is no written confirmation of mileage, so the recorded figure should be regarded as unwarranted.

CONCLUSION

When did you last see one?  More eye-catching than a Ferrari, rarer than a Maserati and with a fantastic sound track, this Chevrolet must be seen to be fully appreciated. It drives like a much newer vehicle and has ample power and torque for all situations. We thoroughly recommend a visit to our Grantham premises for a test drive. Its priced to sell, so be quick! Our number is 01476 563001. The car is offered with a 3 month extendable warranty.

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