This car had a humble beginning. It belonged to a fireman that drove it to the firehouse every day. It soon found another life.
The car was disassembled and most of the stock interior was thrown away. A full roll cage was installed. A racing seat was bolted to the cage. A switch box was installed to control the fuel, ignition, and wipers. A tach, water temperature, oil pressure, and oil pressure gauge was added.
The engine was rebuilt to racing specifications. A Forged crankshaft and connecting rods were sourced. A racing oil pan was added. The valve train was completely rebuilt. The original toploader 4-speed transmission was rebuilt, a new stock clutch and pressure plate were added. The rear differential was modified with a panhard bar and spool assembly. A Monte Carlo bar and Import brace were added.
The front suspension was rebuilt with new parts. The Shelby drop was added with Koni shocks. A new set of Shelby Kelsey-Hayes front disc brakes were added along with racing pads. The rear suspension received a new set of leaf springs with a one inch drop. Koni shocks were added. The rear brakes remain stock.
I purchased ten Torque-Trust D 15" X 7" wheels. I race with Hossier TD or Goodyear tires.
The car attended its first race at the HSR Walter Mitty in 1997.
Since that time, the car has competed in over 66 races while winning 46 podium finishes. It loves to race at Road Atlanta, Sebring, VIR, Watkins Glen, Mid-Ohio, and Road America.
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