1978 Crossle 32F

History

The Crossle spent most of its life on the U.S. east coast. Its early racing history is yet unknown, which is fairly typical of many Formula Fords, however its full ownership history is known.

1) Dr Richard Kidd (1978-1986) 

2) James Morgan (1986-?) 

3) George Levien 

4) Tim Stanford

5) Tom Clark Jr 

6) Steve Shelton Jr 

In 2023, the Crossle was sold to its current owner, who campaigned the car in the 2024 Crossflow Cup Championship. It is currently on-the-button and ready to go. 

Description

The Crossle was subject to a frame up restoration during the pandemic by IMSA mechanic John Eversley for Formula Atlantic Champion Steve Shelton. Wayne Brown refreshed the Ivey engine and rebuilt the Hewland gearbox, including a new ring & pinion. The Crossle had only 1.5 break in/set up hours on it when it was sold in late 2023.

In late 2023, the Crossle arrived at Auto Spa at Sonoma Raceway. There the car was treated to a no-expense spared set up and race prep. This included, among other things,  new Panasport wheels, new Koni shocks, new paint and period correct Nigel Mansel livery. Also included were a new seat, a radio system, and 200+ hours of set up and chassis testing and tuning for optimal performance.

The Crossle competed in the 2024 Crossflow Cup Championship. This was a four race weekend series. Thus there is very little time on the whole car. In addition, a brand new Ivey engine was installed for the final race. So there is only one race weekend on the engine.

With one race weekend to go in the season, a brand new Ivey engine was also installed.

Spares include two extra sets of wheels and a spare long tail which is painted and ready to install. A small box of misc track support parts will also come with the car. 

The Crossle is currently located in Northern California.  

The Crossle 32F was one of the most successful and durable of all the Formula Fords. In 1977, Nigel Mansel Piloted his similar Crossle 32F to 27 race victories and the 1977 British Formula Ford Championship. From there he was on his way to becoming F1 World Champion and IndyCar Champion.

Skip Barber adopted these fast and robust Crossle 32F Formula Fords for his famous racing school through which many pro drivers and champions would emerge. The Crossles were the cars to have back then, and remain so today in historic racing.

This is an absolutely top flight 32F with which the new owner can race and win in vintage Club Ford racing. The car can also be campaigned in SCCA Club Ford as well. This car cannot be replicated for its published price. If you want one of the very best cars by design and preparation, and to maximize your comfort and enjoyment at the track, we think that this Crossle merits your serious consideration. 

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