Key Details:

Chassis Number: SL71/27
Model Year: 1966
Specification: Mk II Spyder
Engine: Team Surtees-prepared 5.9-litre Chevrolet V8 (Engine No. TS51)
Transmission: Hewland LG500 4-speed gearbox
FIA Papers: Current FIA HTP papers valid until the end of 2025
Condition: Pre-sales service and inspection completed

Period Racing History:

15th March 1966: Delivered new to Charles Bridges of Red Rose Racing
1966: Driven by Brian Redman, securing two wins at Rufforth and multiple strong finishes
Later in 1966: Sold to Robin Darlington, who won five British National and Clubman events
Driven by Peter Gethin, securing a Formula Libre win at Oulton Park
1967: Sold back to Bridges, then exported to Frank Kloski (U.S.)
1968: Raced in SCCA competition, winning the SCCA Central Division Championship with Harry Heuer
1969: Entered Can-Am events, driven by Tom Terrell and Heuer
1971: Rented to Don Devine for local SCCA and Can-Am events
1973: Advertised for sale at $5,000, later purchased by John Bunch, who stored the stripped-down car

Restoration and Recent History:

2008: Original chassis and components acquired by John Starkey, later traded to Lilo Beuzieron
Restored by Toluca Lake Historics, retaining original steel bulkheads
2010: Sold to the current owner after a full restoration
2017: Competed at Goodwood, then placed in storage
2024: Pre-sales service and inspection completed ahead of sale

Ready for Historic Racing or Collection

This Lola T70 Mk II Spyder represents one of the most celebrated sports prototypes of its era. With valid FIA HTP papers until 2025, it is eligible for historic racing, Goodwood events, and high-profile classic motorsport series. Having undergone a pre-sales service and inspection, this example is race-ready or primed for preservation in a serious motorsport collection.

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1966 Lola T70 Mk II Spyder

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Podium finishes in its debut season in the USRRC

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1966 Lola T70 Mk II Spyder

Raced with success in period by Red Rose Racing

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