Three-quarters front view of a 1964, Elva Mk7S BMW on sale in the Iconic Auction at the 2023 Silverstone Festival
A lovely example of Frank Nicholls' most successful design. The outstanding Mk7S offered here has been prepared by Valley Motorsport and is presented in race-ready condition with current FIA/HTP papers that are valid until December 2026. According to the original factory build-sheet, Chassis #70/024 was completed on 17th August 1963, powered initially by a Ford 1,600cc unit mated to a Hewland MKIV gearbox latterly upgraded and now powered by a Laranca-prepared 1,991cc BMW engine also mated to a Hewland gearbox. It's believed to be the ex-Alain Mahe/Quinlou Szyndelman car that was widely raced until 1997, at which time a full rebuild was undertaken before reappearing and achieving a class win at the Oldtimer Grand Prix at the Nurburgring in 1998. A continuous and successful career followed, with additional class wins in such prestigious events such as the Spa Six Hour race, the 2000 Jarama 12 Hours in Spain and second overall in the Gran Premio Storico at Jerez. The car is eligible for some of the most prestigious ‘historic’ events on the racing calendar including the HSCC Guards Trophy, the Goodwood Members Meeting, the Masters Series and many more. This highly-competitive Elva is widely regarded as one of the most successful examples of its type and is accompanied by a spares package consisting of a full set of Minilite wheels, a set of magnesium wheels including tyres, numerous Hewland gear ratios, a spare clutch, some front wishbones, assorted suspension components and a fascinating history file. Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged.
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Location: Silverstone Circuit, Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8TN
Photo credit: © John Gaffen / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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