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£44,391
1978 Lola T492
United States • 8 Oct 2018
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Lola T492 race car, imported by Carl Haas and raced by Rick Galles, underwent an extensive $50k restoration after 33 years of storage. Featuring a rebuilt 2.0L inline-four, refurbished Hewland transaxle, and new body panels, it's offered with spare parts and documentation.
Condition
8
The car underwent an extensive restoration costing over $50k, including new body panels, a rebuilt engine, and refurbished transaxle. The suspension and braking systems were also overhauled. Since the restoration, the car has only been driven about 20 miles for a shakedown, indicating minimal wear. The presence of spare parts and documentation adds to the car's completeness and value.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
HU#51
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Chassis: HU#51.
Imported by Carl Haas in 1978.
Raced by Rick Galles.
2016 $50k Restoration.
New Body from TW Mouldings.
Rebuilt 2.0L Inline-Four.
4-Speed Hewland Transaxle.
New Wiring.
Rebuilt Suspension.
Spare Wheels.
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
This 1978 Lola T492 was reportedly imported by Carl Haas in October 1978 before being campaigned by Rick Galles in the SCCA for two seasons.
Following 33 years of storage, the seller acquired the car in 2016 and commissioned an extensive restoration which reportedly cost over $50k.
New body panels came from TW Mouldings, and the 2.0L inline-four was rebuilt by Curtis Farley Engines.
The 4-speed Hewland transaxle was also refurbished and comes with two extra gear sets.
Electrical, safety equipment, suspension, and brake system work is outlined below.
Since completion, the seller has only added about 20 miles during a single shakedown session with the SVRA.
This Lola is now being offered on a bill of sale in Fort Worth...
Points of note
£26,145
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£39,038
Median Price (Since 2020)
£51,930
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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