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£32,200 (Est: £65,000 - £85,000)
1972 Datsun 240Z IMSA Competition Coupé
UK • 11 Jul 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a 1972 Datsun 240Z IMSA Competition Coupé with a rich racing history, including participation in IMSA, SCCA, and Trans Am events, and raced against Paul Newman. Recently restored in the UK at a cost exceeding £75,000, it features a Rebello racing engine, motorsport power steering and comes with extensive documentation, making it an appealing prospect for collectors and racing enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car has been professionally restored with significant investment, suggesting good overall condition. It has also participated in races and has some history, indicating some wear and tear but not significant damage. It is described as performing impeccably recently, which further supports a rating of 'Very Good'.
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GHLS30-72903
1972
Auction
LHD
United Kingdom
Description
• Built as a race car in the USA • In-period competition history in IMSA, SCCA and Trans Am Group II events • Resident in the UK since 2014 • Professionally restored at a cost of over £75,000 • Raced against Paul Newman This historic Datsun 240Z IMSA/Trans Am car has an interesting in-period racing history.
Ger-Brock Racing of Portland, Oregon built this 240Z from a 'body in white' received from Datsun in 1974.
Although referred to as a 240Z, the body was configured as a 280Z in race trim.
Contributing to the car's design and construction were Quickor Engineering of Beaverton, OR and Brock Racing Enterprises (BRE) of El Segundo, California.
The car was driven primarily by Gerald (Jerry) Murch, while Gail Woodworth drove it in some amateur events early on.
The 240Z raced in western USA SCCA events from 1975 to 1978.
The car qualified for and raced in the National Championships in 1975 and 1976 (American Road Race of Champions in Atlanta, Georgia) but was a DNF due to mechanical fa...
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£1,470
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£23,656
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£241,003
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Bonhams
101 New Bond Street, London, Greater London, W1S 1SR, England
Operating from London, Bonhams is a physical auction house handling classic, historic competition, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions globally, offering vehicle consignment, appraisal, and valuation services.
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