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1972 Lola T290 S
United Kingdom • 25 Aug 2023
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AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Lola T-290, chassis HU17, boasts a rich racing history, originally built for ex-F1 driver Jo Bonnier. After racing in various European events in the early 1970s, it was restored in 2001 and has since participated in events like the Le Mans Classic. It features a new Ford BDG engine, Hewland gearbox, and crack-tested chassis, making it race-ready for historic motorsport events.
Condition
8
The car was restored to its original specification in 2001 and has undergone a complete refurbishment, including a new engine and gearbox. Chassis and suspension parts have been crack-tested and all rose-joints replaced. It is described as "race-ready," suggesting it is in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
HU17
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Offered here is chassis HU17 of the 34 Lolas built in 1972 and designed by Williams Formula 1 Team co-founder, Patrick Head.
Lola’s Eric Broadley realised the Group 5 T70 Coupé was being outpaced by both Porsche and Ferrari which instigated the need to develop a new sportscar from the ground up, and the result was the purposeful T-290.
Chassis HU17 was built for ex-F1 driver and sportscar supremo, Jo Bonnier, in April 1972 who then supplied it to Marcel Van Hool who entered it for several races with Belgian driver Goffredo (Freddy) Grainal, at the wheel.
September 1972, Nurburgring 500km (car number 25) – finished an impressive fifth having started 19th.
October 1972, European Sportscar Championship, at the Barcelona 400km (car number 29) November 1972, Seat Trophy at Jarama (car number 24) May 1973, Spa 1,000km October 1973, European Sportscar Championship, at the Barcelona 400km (car number 23) HU17 raced in various other endurance event and club meetings across Europe throughou...
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£89,777
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£89,777
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£89,777
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