Highlights
- Very rare Strikes Racing ERA toy car
- Fully restored chassis
- Suitable for kids of the adult and child variety
- 5HP petrol motor
- Perfect promotional vehicle and talking piece
- NOTE The little car is currently in storage in Essex so collection is from there.
The Appeal
Before the modern trend for diminutive ‘toy’ versions of classic cars there was Strikes Racing. Its petrol-powered cars were designed for kids but could also easily accommodate full sized people too. An ERA-based version, like this one, even featured on Blue Peter.
Classically finished in racing green and recently fully restored across the fibreglass bodywork and stove-enamelled metal chassis, this fascinating rarity is in very good condition. The current keeper rescued it from a farm in poor condition and has brought it back to life, subsequently featuring it regularly at the Shere Hill Climb event, which he runs. He tells us that it is very popular with kids - but at 5ft 10in he can also easily drive it.
This is the perfect Christmas gift for the petrolhead with kids - yes, we know who it’s really for - or it would work very well as an attention-grabbing promotional vehicle. Whichever you choose, it is in great condition and ready to bring a smile to many more faces, young and not so young.
The History and Paperwork
- First built in the 1970's
- Restored by the current keeper
- Acquired by him from a friend
- Previously in poor condition and used on a farm
- Appeared regularly at Shere Hill Climb
- A similar model featured on Blue Peter and can be viewed on YouTube
The Condition
- Refurbished fibreglass bodywork with dark racing green paintwork
- Well kept but not perfect with only minor scratches and marks to note
- One piece composite fibreglass shell which lifts to reveal chassis and engine
- Chassis stripped and restored by seller including stove enamelling
- Suspension and wheels also restored
- Fitted with bespoke hand-made stainless steel screen mount and exhaust pipe
- Re-trimmed and re-stuffed vinyl seat with button finish in good condition
- Very basic trim but all well presented
- Front and rear bumpers painted black and well kept
- Vendor says it is built for children but can be driven by a 5ft 10in adult
The Mechanics
- 5HP four stroke petrol engine
- Centrifugal gearing system
- No reported running or driving issues
- This vehicle is not road legal
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