LaBoa-Bodied H-Mod Special Project w/Kiekhaefer Mercury 650 Two-Stroke

The is sold for $3,500 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for thisauction.

This LaBoa-Bodied H-Mod Special Project is a unique racing car that showcases a fascinating blend of automotive and marine engineering. Originally built and raced by Vince Murray in the 1960s, this non-running project features a Kiekhaefer Mercury 650 Two-Stroke Inline-Four engine, paired with a Triumph Three-Speed Manual Gearbox. The car has a rich history, having been involved in a crash at Mosport and subsequently receiving a replacement body and partial restoration in the early 2000s. With its tubular steel chassis, fully independent suspension, and distinctive LaBoa fiberglass bodywork, this vehicle is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage racing cars. It offers a chance for restoration and a return to its former glory on the racetrack, making it an exciting project for those passionate about motorsports.

Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This race car is a non-running project that is believed to have been built and raced by Vince Murray in Canada c.1965 for use in H Modified-series competition. Dubbed ‘The Vince Murray Mercury Outboard Special’ according to the seller, the car was crashed at Mosport in the early 1970s, and a replace

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LaBoa-Bodied H-Mod Special Project w/Kiekhaefer Mercury 650 Two-Stroke — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary

This LaBoa-Bodied H-Mod Special Project is a unique racing car that showcases a fascinating blend of automotive and marine engineering. Originally built and raced by Vince Murray in the 1960s, this non-running project features a Kiekhaefer Mercury 650 Two-Stroke Inline-Four engine, paired with a Triumph Three-Speed Manual Gearbox. The car has a rich history, having been involved in a crash at Mosport and subsequently receiving a replacement body and partial restoration in the early 2000s. With its tubular steel chassis, fully independent suspension, and distinctive LaBoa fiberglass bodywork, this vehicle is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage racing cars. It offers a chance for restoration and a return to its former glory on the racetrack, making it an exciting project for those passionate about motorsports.

Sold price
$3,500
Bids
12
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1,617

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