1989 Van Diemen RF89 with FIA Passport to 2029 For Sale

Highlights

RF89 with FIA FF/2C passport valid until 2029

New Ford Kent 1,600cc engine

Accompanied by a rich assortment of spare parts

Originally owned by Henry Morrogh's Driver's School

Rarely used after chassis, engine and gearbox were overhauled

A good example of the highly successful RF89 racing model

Ready to be used on the track and in uphill races

The Attractions

The Van Diemen RF88 and RF89 dominated the Formula Ford 1600, winning podiums and championship victories all over the world. These simple, agile cars are perfect for both track and hillclimb racing.

This RF89 was part of Henry Morrogh's driver school. It has recently received a thorough overhaul and tuning of the chassis, engine and gearbox, and has subsequently participated in one track day and five hillclimb races.

It has an FIA Historic Passport for the FF/2C class valid until December 2029 and will be delivered with a wealth of spare parts, including four spare wheels and tyres, springs, gear ratios, crankshaft and cylinder head.

Presented in an attractive red and white colour scheme and in excellent condition after the restoration received, this is a very competitive example of the RF89.

History and Documents

RF89 from 1989

FIA class FF/2C passport valid until 31/12/2029

Originally owned by Henry Morrogh's driver school

Complete overhaul of chassis, engine and gearbox

Only used for one track day and five hillclimb races after restoration

Accompanied by numerous spare parts listed below

The seller can supply a trailer, which can be purchased separately

Royal Automobile Club safety roll cage certification dated 1985

Certification for the aluminium tank from Man Meccanica Engineering dated 2019

Various photos showing the car on the track

The Conditions

Presented in an eye-catching red and white colour scheme that it used for many years

Chassis recently overhauled and little used afterwards

Decals removed to provide a blank canvas for the next owner

Aluminium tank with new FIA foam (no expiry date)

Quick release Alcantara Momo steering wheel showing light signs of wear

Analogue instrumentation working properly

Fire extinguishing system in good order

Belts in good condition

Well maintained body and underbody

Mechanics

Engine and gearbox recently overhauled

Suspension and mechanics in good condition as shown in the photos

New Ford Kent 1,600 cc engine

Only raced in one track day and 5 hillclimb races after overhaul

Hewland LD200 gearbox

Uses track and hillclimb set-up and gear ratios

Supplied with various spare parts including:

Four rims

Four tyres

Springs

Transmission ratios

Crankshaft

Header

Any questions?

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