SPORTS RACER FOR SALE - GREAT DEAL! Available as a "Package!"

July 24, 2021

SPORTS RACER (RENAULT) $6000 + TRAILER $2000

My little race car is now for sale. RACE - RUN TRACK DAYS - AUTOCROSS - TIME TRIALS -- MODIFY for DRIFT POSSIBILITIES

First off, this is a really, really, fun car. With your seat only inches above the track, the sensation is-- to say the least–exhilarating. It is a purpose-built race car not a modified production car. It is configured like a formula car with an open center cockpit, but with a full sports car body. It has a gorgeous livery of bright white with a unique super-wide black stripe and a hint of reflective red trim plus contrasting rondels with reusable numbers (1, 6, & 7).

The car is located in Fort Walton Beach, FL (the NW Panhandle). Car is in "Near-Ready to Race" condition. You could just install the battery, check the fuel, strap in and GO. (Needs new Annual Inspection and normal pre-race preparations). To answer the question “Why am I selling?” I am building another race car (virtually from the chassis-up) and “she” demands a lot of time and attention these days.

VALUE: Combining low initial cost (see comparison chart below) and lower operational cost, this car makes your wheel- to-wheel racing or track days very economical to enjoy. For example, the TOYO R888 tires get two to three times the wear of spec slicks, at a cost of only a few seconds per lap. And by using off-the-shelf race parts, you can avoid the mark-up associated with buying “spec” items too (brake pads, shocks, tires, etc.). SEE THE CHART BELOW FOR COST COMPARISON - note it is lighter than a Spec Miata, cheaper to run, and better power to weight!

Also on separate offer is a custom built low-boy trailer that, when included with the car, is available for $2000 (see photos). Includes 12v battery and winch, storage box, and tie downs.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++SPECIFICATIONS+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

CHASSIS #123

WHEELBASE                       92 in (2,337 mm) wheelbase
WEIGHT                                1216 pounds (less driver)
FRONT/REAR BALANCE 45%/55% (less driver)
LEFT/RIGHT BALANCE    49/6%/50.4%
TRACK - FRONT                 57.4 in
TRACK - REAR                    57.0 in
LENGTH OVERALL            127 in (3225mm) Shortened length - not "Spec."
FUEL                                     ETHANOL FREE 96 octane (or run with 106)
TOP SPEED                        135 mph (EST)

SAFETY All Safety items all in compliance:
Belts re-webbed - good until June 2022
Fire bottle "in the green"
Master Cut-off and Fire pulls
Tow using roll bar - no TOW fitting/Straps required.
Rollbar/cage meets Spec (Tall-man Hoop)

MULTI-CLASS: This little racer is legal in Super Production Under (2.5L) in SEDiv can run in B-Mod Autocross, and is welcome at most tracks. But it could participate in other night activities (enduros for example), as it is pre-wired for lighting, including turn signals [would need a bit of work to fabricate and install light buckets]. It might even be licensed as a kit car in some locales.

AERO MODIFICATIONS (All Legal as SU/SPU): Overall, the vehicle is in really good condition. It has been a test bed to evaluate many aerodynamic concepts, and some chassis and bodywork modifications have been made. These would need to be “undone” if a buyer wanted to up-convert this car to a Generation 3 Spec Racer Ford. With these modifications, it most likely would not compete in Vintage.

Body has many modifications to improve aerodynamics and handling.
Nose shortened and re-shaped.
Radiator airbox sealed [Eliminates airflow through chassis/wheel wells]
Fiberglass splitter and air dam [Downforce enhancements/can mix and match]
Front wheel well trim tabs added (spats) [Improve airflow around wheels]
Wheel "air curtains" added to front chassis [direct airflow to tunnels]
Side pod tunnels [outstanding downforce enhancement!]
Fender louvers – all four corners [Relieve under body pressure and decrease lift]
Rear facia "parachute" is removed and the tail shortened [Major drag reduction]

ENGINE MODIFICATIONS FOR POWER/PERFORMANCE: The car was originally a Spec Racer RENAULT. It is SN 123, and there are many historical documents and manuals included. It retains its RENAULT heritage, but has had many engine modifications. NOTE: There has been limited engine run-time since these modifications. No actual track time – or DYNO results -- but healthy and fresh.

Estimate 115-125HP -- less than two hours engine time since modifications
RENAULT 1.7L engine with 2.0L cylinder head
Race grind camshaft (ELGIN Cams)
Increased size Intake/exhaust valves (Burton Valves U.K.)
Camshaft timing with adjustable cam pulley (C.A.T. Products)
Lightened flywheel (shaved 3 pounds)
Stage 3 racing clutch
Crank trigger installed (2020)
New radiator (end of season 2019)
Dual radiator fans (2019)
Starter rebuild 2019
New Fuel Cell 2017

COCKPIT/OTHER MODIFICATIONS:

Custom built - head-surround ready to mount.
Five point quick release harness re-webbed in 2020 (HANS compatible)
Front/rear brake pressure gauges (really know your front/read adjustments)
Full fuse block setup. (Facilitates easy electrical modifications)
Switch panel installed for camera, radios, data, radiator fans, Cool suit
GPS digital speedometer
Battery/bus voltage digital display
Pre-wired for street requirements (Kit car class) headlight/taillights/signals/horn
Battery relocated to improve cross-weight balance.
Oil filter remote mounted - improved access (fewer spills when changing)
Larger (oversize) dashboard (Spare blanks included)

SETUP ITEMS INCLUDED:

Four @440-pound digital scales suitable for chassis setup
Two chassis stands for set up and maintenance (just add rollers for ease of positioning)
Inclinometer (for rake adjustment/spoiler setting)
Tire pressure gauge, durometer

SPARE PARTS INCLUDED: I offer the car with a comprehensive list of spares and some interesting options (below). Price is $6000 in its basic configuration. This BASE PRICE includes these spares and many items not typically included, see BONUS ITEMS.

Set of four (steel) wheels (with limited-life Goodyear slicks mounted)
Five-speed RENAULT transmission
Ready to install freshly rebuilt 1.7L cylinder head
2nd spare 1.7L head (ready for rebuild)
Spare 2.0L head – just removed for the upgrades completed on engine. Upgraded head installed on engine.
Spare stock flywheel and clutch
Spare alternator “loss-less configuration” [won't charge battery - but gain some HP]
Spare exhaust manifold – to build larger diameter headers to add more HP
Four brake calipers (ready for rebuild--parts included) one set of HAWK brake pads
Two spare uprights (1 needs new bearing)
Four Koni dampers (can be re-valved)
Two RENIX ignition modules (RENAULT/Bendix Traditional system) and distributor caps
Numerous gaskets, manuals, miscellaneous bits and pieces

BONUS ITEMS (Included with Purchase):

Spare 2.0L block--may require some deck work (crank, pistons all good)
Snap-on red Sunbrella cockpit cover for transport/rainy days
Naugahyde storage cover (some repairs – but fully functional)
RENAULT banner for trackside
RENAULT patches for your suit

OPTIONS: Optional items priced below can be purchased to suit your desires. (My engine builder estimated these items could push horsepower to 140).

$800.00 custom-built intake manifold and two 40 DCOE WEBER carbs
WEBER DCOE jets and manual included
NOTE: using the WEBER DCOEs will require some rear deck bodywork modification
$200.00 electronic ignition – INCLUDING Coil Over plug high energy ignition

All totaled up, under $10K, and you’re on the way to the track!

Provided with Bill of Sale only, Logbook, manuals and other documents. No warranty expressed or implied. Sold As-is/Where Is. Cash or PayPal only.

Thanks for looking! Hope to see you on the track. Thanks, Jim