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2009 Shannons Melbourne Winter Classic Auction
Lot
7

1966 Farr Special 'Formula Libre' Racing Car

$4,250

melbourne

Sold

Specifications

Engine Four-cylinder, 1493cc
Gearbox 4-speed manual
Body Work Open Wheeler
Colour Aluminium
Interior Black
Trim Vinyl
Wheels Steel Disc
Brakes Drums

Description

This lot is no longer available

One of the many great Australian specials built in the post-war period, Ken Farr's open-wheeler utilised well-proven components, including the ubiquitous Volkswagen flat-four engine and gearbox, in a custom tubular frame with Triumph Herald uprights, brakes and wheels at the front and a VW swing axle and brakes at the rear, while the rack and pinion steering came out of a Morris Major Elite. Farr went on to race a Lotus 22 after selling his special. Over the years the Farr has proven competitive, easy to drive and would make an ideal entry-level historic racing car.