1954 Cooper Mk VIII Formula 3/500 Spec Sheet

1954 Cooper Mk VIII Formula 3/500

Serial Number: SBF/RHK 001-54-SL Engine Number: GSX 10 Logbooks: yes Condition: very good Price: $17,000 USD Location: Sweden
Description Totally restored 1990-95. The goal was to have a reliable car in excellent mechanical order still in full compliance with FIA app K. From 1996 the car has been raced nationally in Sweden and Internationally in Luxemborg and the UK. Currently the car is race ready and comes with all necessary FIA documentation.

History

This car is very well known in Scandinavia. Its line of owners is known from 1954 to approx. 1970. It was found by the present owner in 1986. The history of the car is well documented from its early day as it was raced by the elite of that era. Some of the previous owners have been interviewed providing interesting history on the car. The restoration is fully documented listing every layer of paint on the body, every modification done from original etc, both written and photographic.

Recent Competition History

From the 96 season the car has been raced mostly in Sweden by the owner. All these races are fully documented. This car was also raced in the Goodwood Motor Circuit Revival 1998 and 99. These two occations are covered by the media and the car is seen in the magizines MotorSport Nov. 98 and Classic & Sports Car Nov. 99 and on the official video from the 98 event where the car was in 5th place.

Engine

JAP one cylinder 500 cc speedway engine
all modifications to run F3/500; steel conrod, modified crankshaft, cylinder w/aluminum fins
equipped w/SEM magnet
Amal dirt track carb

Fuel System

original fuel tank w/manufacturers plate & dents and scratches from a documented crash in its early days
runs on Methanol

Oil/Water System

lubrication is by 'total loss' system

Electrical System

there is no electrical system except for the magnet

Gearbox

Norton 4 speed motorcycle gearbox

Final Drive

chain & sprocket

Body

all aluminum
painted in Scandinavian colors

Chassis

steel tube of famous Cooper design
Dampers: LEDA
Front Suspension: lower wishbone, transverse leaf spring
Rear Suspension: lower wishbone, transverse leaf spring
Steering: rack and pinion
Brakes: outtboard drum brakes all around
Wheels: Cooper type cast wheels w/Dunlop racing tyres
Weight: approx 500 lbs.

Interior

Chronometric Smiths rev counter
new Cooper type steering wheel

Spares

a spares package is available at extra cost

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