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£81,562
1956 Cooper-Climax T39 "Bobtail" Sports Racer
United States • 11 Mar 2020
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AI Listing Summary
This is a 1956 Cooper-Climax T39 "Bobtail" sports racer, one of approximately 50 built. It features a 1,097cc Coventry Climax engine, a Volkswagen four-speed transaxle, and four-wheel disc brakes. The car was refurbished in the 2000s and is finished in green with white "8" numbering, though an inspection is recommended before use.
Condition
6
The car is described as refurbished in the 2000s and refinished in its current green livery. While corrosion is noted on engine compartment hardware, the listing highlights closeups showing the finish, trim, and lenses, suggesting generally well-maintained aesthetics. The upgrades like disc brakes and the Volkswagen transaxle also point to ongoing maintenance. However, the car will require an inspection before use.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
CS9/5/56
Odometer:
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Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Chassis: CS9/5/56.
1,097cc Coventry Climax Inline-Four.
Volkswagen Four-Speed Manual Transaxle.
Green w/ White "8" Numbering.
Central Seat Trimmed in Black.
Refurbished in 2000s.
Twin SU Carburetors.
Four-Wheel Disc Brakes.
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension.
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer.
Additional Charges From This Dealer:.
USD $50 Document Fee
This 1956 Cooper-Climax is one of approximately 50 T39 “Bobtail” sports racers built by the Cooper Car Company between 1955 and 1957.
Refurbished in the 2000s, chassis CS9/5/56 reportedly spent several years as part of three different California collections prior to the current owner’s acquisition in August 2019.
The center-steer race car is finished in green over black and is powered by a mid-mounted 1,097cc Coventry Climax FW inline-four equipped with twin SU carburetors.
Modifications installed over the years include a four-speed Volkswagen transaxle and four-wheel disc brakes.
This Cooper-Climax is now offered on dealer co...
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£72,177
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£76,870
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£81,562
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