This combination made the Savoy a particularly difficult car to beat on the drag strip, and Chrysler’s competitors were caught with their pants down, per se, as it took them a couple of years to catch up. This “clone” harkens back to the earliest of muscle cars which were essentially a “B” chassis (midsize car) that was stripped down, lightened, and had a large engine dropped in. A hood scoop is added which emulates the original Max Wedge. Exterior Stock steel wheels in red match the exterior of this car. Sans aluminum front end, and wedge engine, the transformation began. Born as a slant 6 cylinder, with radio and heater delete, the consigner set out to create a clone of a Plymouth Max Wedge. It was a potent package, and it made the 1963 Dodge and Plymouth factory racers very tough to beat. Special aluminum body pieces shaved approximately 150 pounds off the front of the car and included a dual scooped hood that delivered fresh air to the engine. The Max Wedge was made available in three levels of tune, beginning with the 11.1:1 compression, 415-hp Stage 1 engine. 1963 Plymouth Savoy Image Via Classic Auto Mallġ963 Plymouth Savoy Mopar’s factory drag racing program escalated in 1963 on two fronts, first introducing lightweight versions of their already trimmed-down competition models and then enlarging the Max Wedge engine from 413ci to 426ci. The Hurst Olds represents a great opportunity to own an original unrestored Pace Car and as we all know, “they’re only original once.” An odometer statement from 1991 shows just 39,767 miles. Comes with the original window sticker, warranty card, pre-purchase inspection and other factory paperwork. Sold new at Doucas Oldsmobile in Greenfield, Wisconsin on June 28, 1974. Available in either black or as this example, white, the Hurst Olds sports the optional swiveling black vinyl bucket seats. The 455 cu in engine was in only 380 of the 1,800 built. Powered by the optional Rocket W-30 code 455 cu in engine that produces 230hp through a 3 speed Hurst dual-gate transmission. ![]() Offered for sale is an all original 39,890 mile Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. 1974 was indeed an unusual year for H/O watchers. In addition, Speedway owner Tony Hulman requested a specially modified Cutlass Salon 4-door sedan for his own personal use, and it was built by Oldsmobile, but appeared at the track with H/O graphics applied. The Delta 88 convertible track cars were all basically stock cars with white paint and H/O trim, but they are a striking vehicle and quite rare today. Production was up some, with 1851 produced: 1800 coupes (46 were used at the track), 42 Delta 88's, 1 Cutlass 4-door, 2 Official Pace Cars, 6 Custom Cruisers for Press, Track Photographer, Medical Director and Day Care. White and black were again the two color choices, and a roof band split the vinyl top in two at the B pillar to simulate the targa top on the actual pace car. The 455 was still available, but emissions and fuel economy concerns were taking their toll. For the first time, a 350 V8 could be ordered, and was mandatory for California-bound cars. And for the second time in three years as a Hurst/Olds. 1974 Oldsmobile 442 Pace Car Image Via Classic Auto Mallġ974 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car Olds returned to the Brickyard again in 1974, for the third time in five years. The LeGrand Mark II Cosworth would be a fantastic participant in both SVRA and HSR vintage racing events. The fiberglass “Warren” bodied sports racer has just one hill climb since rebuild. This beautiful Mark II is powered by a Cosworth 1300 CC 4-cylinder engine through a Hewland 4 speed gearbox. Offered is a totally restored 1964 LeGrand Mark II sports racer. Many H modified records were set at the hands of Eglington and wins were regular on road racing circuits around the United States. ![]() The Mark II was basically a widened Mark F4 with a sports car body and could accommodate engines from the BMW and Saab two stroke 3-cylinder engines. The new Mark II was introduced in 1964 as an H modified sports racer. Based and derived from the highly competitive Mark I formula F4 model. Partnering with Bruce Eglington, a young engineer and promising racing car driver, the LeGrand racing Marque would flourish in the production of formula and sports racing categories from 1962 through 1991. ![]() 1964 LeGrand Mark II Sports Racer Image Via Classic Auto MallĪldin “Red” LeGrand was the founder, constructor and designer of the LeGrand Racing Car Company. Here are some of the highlights of what you have to look forward to. The auction begins on Starts at 12 PM EDT and ends 12 PM EDT, so register now to make sure you don’t miss out on the selection of amazing cars. ![]() Here's what the newest Motorious hosted online auction has in store.Ĭlassic Auto Mall is hosting a boutique online auction of fine classic and collector cars, right here on Motorious.
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