This car is hideous, even in bad light with oil-smeared glasses. It has a decades-old racing patina that cannot be imitated with sledgehammers, a frame machine, an unlimited supply of rattle cans and some demented "Hoonigan" teenagers. Brief history here: http://www.roadkill.com/hella-sweet-lemons-car-week-yellow-submarine-honda-crx/
It's also very well sorted -- balanced and quick. Stripped to the bone, though there's another 40 lbs in windshield wipers and a smaller battery that could go. Lots of modifications, but will only disclose to those who show up to look at it with cash, as there are some gems beneath the dirt, dents, corrosion and cracks.
- Ran 2:08's at Buttonwillow (capable of 2:06's with a fresh set of Rival S's)
- Ran 2:06's (in traffic) at Sonoma (capable of 2:04's, maybe 2:03's)
- Posted 8th fastest laptime of 119 cars in last 24 Hours of Lemons race September 30, 2018 despite being a "Class B" car driven by me and my goofball buddies
- Outpaced a McLaren MP4-12C (and a Ferrari F12) at a recent track day, but then, the not-so-poor guy was just starting out. I hope he wasn't so discouraged that he chooses to never return
Nearly bulletproof (maintenance suggestions will be provided). Datalogs, videos, part #s used in build all provided to buyer, many past race/event results, as well as contact info of the last 2 teams who have raced it, so you have some hope of support (lol) and know its pedigree.
Safe as can be reasonably expected from a 30yo vintage race car. Full cage installed. 2017 belts, window nets, fire extinguisher and related safety upgrades. 2017 fuel cell (good for 4 more years). Braided lines throughout. New brake calipers, rotors, fresh Motul 600, recent bearings on all corners. 2 high-amp battery cut-offs wired in series. Good seat with seat brace fits drivers 5'6"-6'1" comfortably. Fresh tires and pressures for good balance.
Will be very competitive in 2019 Chump/Champ Car (and Lucky Dog?) endurance racing with bolt-in / minor fuel mods. Outstanding driver training car as it requires momentum driving, yet quite forgiving at the limit.
Show up with proper driving apparel and run your first event. Needs nothing other than a new home as I'm moving our California-based racing team to the East Coast. However, if you want an "arrive and drive" experience, I'm willing to discuss hosting your first event (race or HPDS) with it, getting you through tech inspection, even supplying you with extra drivers (they're willing to pay) if you need some to make a team. I just can't keep trying to run the car from 2500miles away or I wouldn't sell. I considered bringing it east and running a 2-car team, but that's a Plan B -- I already have what I need for an East Coast team, so I'm asking less $ than the cost to ship it!
Beyond the $1989 price for negotiation:
- Good spares (14 or so wheels, various tires, body panels, rebuilt head, new radiator, new Brembo rotors, new bearings, uprights, tools, jack/stands, dry break Fuel Safe fuel jugs, Mobil1 oil, 12+ filters, axles, night-racing Hella lights, etc.)
- Datalogging and playback system (Harry's on an iPhone, Racelogic VBox, GoPros, laptop)
- Full driver cooling system (Coolshirt bags, lines, quick-change cooler, about 40 Nordic-freeze ice bags, drink bottles with one-way lines, cage mounted drink bottle holder)
- Full fire suppression system (installed and nearly universally required in 2019)
- 8.5' x 24' V-nose all aluminum Haulmark ALX enclosed trailer <-- will be sold last after all other parts!
