Description:

Elva MkV 1959 – Chassis 100/094

• Genuine Elva MkV with continuous and documented ownership since 1960

• One of only 13 Elva MkV built – only 5 units are still in existence

• Matching 1250cc Coventry Climax FWA – freshly rebuilt by Britec Motorsports,

  only 2 hours on the engine

• Invoicing and documentation of the engine rebuild available

• Dyno-tested at 133 hp at 7500 rpm – high-spec race-prepared engine

• FIA fuel tank – ready to race

• Proven podium finisher in Peter Auto, ASAVE, Motor Racing Legends

• Fully eligible for Goodwood Revival, Peter Auto, Motor Racing Legends, ASAVE

• FIA HTP valid until 2028

• 8 known owners – complete and transparent ownership history

• Same owner since 2012

 

We are pleased to present this exceptional 1959 Elva MkV, chassis 100/094 – an iconic piece of British motorsport history with continuous and well-documented provenance.

Powered by its original 1250cc Coventry Climax FWA engine, freshly rebuilt by Britec Motorsports (only 2 hours of runtime), this car is fully race-ready and dyno-tested at 133 hp at 7500 rpm. The rebuild is fully documented with invoices available.

This MkV is fitted with an FIA-approved fuel tank and comes with a valid FIA Historic Technical Passport until 2028. The car has a strong racing pedigree, having achieved numerous podiums in Peter Auto, ASAVE, and Motor Racing Legends, and it has twice been invited to the prestigious Goodwood Revival (2017 & 2024), affirming both its historical importance and racing credentials.

1. Ownership history:

   • 1960–1963 – Tony “Jim” Thompson (USA)

   • 1963–1980 – John “Jake” Jacobson (Wilmington, DE, USA)

   • 1980–1986 – Ian Carpenter

   • 1986–1992 – Jim Ellis

   • 2005 – Harvey Siegel

   • 2005–2007 – Dave Scott

   • 2007–present – Current owner (Belgium)

 

With only 13 Elva MkV built and only 5 units are still in existence, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic and competitive historic racing car, ideally suited for events such as Goodwood Revival, Peter Auto, Motor Racing Legends, and ASAVE. Htp papers valid until 2028.

 If you need more informations about the car. Contact me at 0032478593500 or by email : guillaume@gtrs60.be

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