Description
Chassis No. 7000. Engine No. S2825
Number 51 of only 100 of the 14 Sports produced in 1948/ 49 when production ceased. I purchased this beautiful sports car in 2014. It was road legal and drivable, but I decided to carry out a comprehensive updating of the mechanical & electrical systems and the body work. I contacted a professional body restorer (has prepared cars for Coy’s Auctions in London), to complete a full body restoration. All of the aluminium body was completely dismantled, mechanically stripped of paint and finally bead blasted to remove all remaining paint. The aluminium was found to be in extremely good condition throughout. After the extensive preparation, it was finally resprayed in a metallic silver-blue to an immaculate finish that has attracted much appreciation. The interior was refitted in Connolly red leather by a retired car interior fitter who had spent 46 years with Rolls Royce.
Other works include: unleaded head conversion, radiator professionally cleaned & pressure tested, fitting of a stainless steel exhaust 4:2:1, updated screw-on oil filter assembly, shock absorbers reconditioned, new headlights and all chrome items replaced/ re-plated. Includes a full waterproof hood, c/ w side-screens & full tonneau cover. The car is very reliable and runs well with the temperature never exceeding an indicated 60-70C.
The photos show just how much enjoyment we have had with the car over the years and just how reliable it has been.
Regretfully selling due to severe health reasons. Of the 110 cars produced, 10 were purchased by Connaught as single seaters to be used for track racing, reaching speeds of over 100 mph. In road going form, this car is capable of a maximum speed of 89 mph. (I've never been brave enough to try it)!!
There is an active and very friendly Lea Francis Owners Club for those who would like to attend some of the many events programmed each year. I have a comprehensive record from the original factory build card, early ownership and invoices of all work carried out under my ownership.
On-going support & spares are available via the Lea Francis Owners Club technical website and also from the years of experience of other club members.
