$ 59,000

1998 Leyton House March 88B #013 Race Car

Description:

1988 Leyton House March 88B – Chassis #013
Ex–Hitoshi Ogawa | Mugen Honda V8 | Formula 3000 Icon

Offered for sale is an exceptionally rare and visually striking piece of late-1980s open-wheel racing history: the Leyton House March 88B, chassis #013, driven in-period by Japanese driver Hitoshi Ogawa.

Developed by March Engineering—one of the most influential race car constructors of the era—the 88B was built for Formula 3000 competition, serving as a proving ground for drivers and technology on the path to Formula One.

This example is powered by a Mugen Honda MF308 3.0L V8 (display configuration) paired to a Hewland gearbox, representing the golden era of naturally aspirated, high-revving race engines. The platform itself is a lightweight aluminum/carbon monocoque design, typical of top-tier single-seaters of the period.

Condition & Restoration

This car has undergone a high-caliber restoration led by a former Toyota Motorsports engineer and current Japan F4 technical lead.

Critical components—including:

uprights
hubs
suspension arms
braking system
carbon tub

have been fully inspected, refreshed, and preserved, ensuring structural integrity and presentation quality.

The car is offered as a show-quality roller, ideal for display, collection, or continued mechanical recommissioning depending on the buyer’s intent.

Historical Significance

The March 88B represents a pivotal era in motorsport—when Formula 3000 cars closely mirrored Formula One in both design philosophy and performance. These machines served as the training ground for future F1 drivers and engineers, during a time when innovation in aerodynamics and chassis construction was accelerating rapidly.

March Engineering itself is a storied name in racing, with roots dating back to 1969 and a legacy that includes cars driven by legends such as Niki Lauda and James Hunt.

Finished in the unmistakable Leyton House teal livery, this car captures one of the most iconic visual identities in motorsport history.

Keyword Search Terms:

F1, Leyton House, March 88B, Mugen Honda MF 308, Race Car, Open Wheel

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Item Location:	Houston, TX USA
Seller:	excitedlife Joined March 2026
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Company:	Coffee and Cars
Country:	United States of America
City:	Harris
Phone:	3108809045 3108809045
Condition	Used
Trade or Private:	Private
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Added:	17/03/2026
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