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OK folks, I've just been given the green light to write a follow-up to my 2019 book, Historic New Zealand Racing Cars. The sequel will follow a similar pattern, featuring 18 historic race cars that were either built and raced in NZ, built internationally and raced in NZ, or international cars with a strong NZ link. I've chosen a few of the cars to include, but would like your input too. What cars would you like to see featured?
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The Scuderia Veloce Ferrari 250LM...
Tasman Ferraris
Lotus 32B FPF
Bruce McLaren's Tasman Coopers
The Dave Simpson Allcomers Anglia.
A whole volume on New Zealand built Specials. RA,Stanton,Stuart etc
I like all of these suggestions but wonder what you/the publishers would think about 'expanding' the concept of racing cars. For example - what about Garth Hogan's Capri bodied Funny Car or the Pete Lodge Fiat Topolino bodied drag car?
What about some rally cars as well? Rod Millen Mazda RX3, Masport Escorts and Possum Bourne Subarus.
Steve's only got 18 to work with...
That doesn't leave room for all of this stuff.
Thanks everyone for your feedback. This is great. I can only include 18 cars, and I've already chosen some of them, but I'm also interested to know what others would like to see.
You should include the very first Ferrari to win a GP, that ended up in NZ most of its life Steve...
Yes that’s a very famous car that the “Ragging Bull” won the British Grand Prix in 1951 which was I think Ferrari’s first Grand Prix win.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kiwiboss
Yep good choice. The car is still around and as well as numerous photos in its various guises.Quote:
Originally Posted by Grant Ellwood
I have a couple of photos of PDL Mustang 2 in a shed in an unloved state before it was rebuilt if interested if its one of your cars.Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve Holmes
Sylvester Chev Coupe...long interesting history thereQuote:
Originally Posted by Steve Holmes
Silvester Chev Coupe
No 76 Kurtis Kraft midget
Pete Lodge Baloo
Morrari - but I am biased haha
Garth Hogan - either the funny car or his last BIG Top Fuel car or the Hogan. Martin and Rea land speed roadster record holder
Barry Butterworth midget
I second that choice - my favourite midget.Quote:
Originally Posted by Greg Stokes
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Is that one that Lance Elliott restored - he did quite a few from the 1950's - 1960's ..Quote:
Originally Posted by Milan Fistonic
Yes, it should be there!Quote:
Originally Posted by John McKechnie