1971 Lola T212 2 Liter FIA Sports Racer

History

The history of this Lola has thus far been traced back to an owner in Georgia in the 1980’s. Unfortunately, that owner has since passed away. Thereafter the car was sold to a U.S. West Coast owner. The car next went to an owner in Texas who did nothing with what was then a worn out project T212. He then sold it to the next owner, also from Texas. The new owner then stored the car for the next nearly 15 years. 

In 2014 the new owner began a four year restoration of the Lola. No chassis tag or AM number were discovered during the restoration. However, all the original parts that were removed and replaced during the restoration are included in the sale. See further details below in the Description section. 

When the restoration was completed in 2018, the Lola commenced its vintage racing career. It won straight away, starting with Road Atlanta. That was followed up with wins at the Circuit of the Americas and Eagles Canyon where the car also set the track record. The Lola’s most recent race was the 2025 Rolex Monterey Reunion, where it finished 4th overall. 

Description

During the restoration a new, $47,000, Jennings carbureted BDA 2 liter engine was installed. The Hewland FT200 gearbox was rebuilt using the original case that came with the car.

The Lola was re-tubbed using the original bulkheads, engine sub-frame, and the rest of the original tub as the pattern. The original roll bar was also used. In addition, the Lola received new suspension and brakes. 

The Lola will come with the following items:

Multiple Hewland FT200 gear sets

Tub panels removed from the prior chassis

Suspension pieces removed from the prior chassis

Spare wheels removed from the prior chassis

Original fuel cell, dated Aug 1971, from the prior chassis

Spare Cosworth BDG engine parts from the prior chassis, including but not limited to

Engine block

Engine head

Crankshaft

Pistons and connecting rods

Clutch assembly

Intake manifold

Spare Hewland FT200 gearbox case 

Rear axles from the prior chassis

Brake calipers from the prior chassis

Spare Cosworth FVC engine needing a rebuild

An extra set of rear axles

A set of reproduction wheels that match the set currently on the car. 

The Lola is now offered in excellent condition, and with these significant and valuable spares. It is professionally maintained and needs only a fluid flush and battery charge for its next race. 

The Lola has already been accepted for the 2026 Velocity Invitational, and its application has been submitted for the 2026 Rolex Monterey Reunion. The car is currently located near both of these tracks in Northern California. 

Contact us if you have any questions, or would like to take a closer look in person. You will not be disappointed. 

All vehicle descriptions are accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of writing. Corrections, and supplemental information, are always welcome. Buyers are responsible for confirming vehicle histories, condition, and authenticity to their own satisfaction prior to purchase. Motorsports Market is not the owner of the vehicle and assumes no liability for errors and omissions.

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