Equipment
RHD. Centerlock Halibrand alloy wheels, 339 cubic inch Chevy V 8 with six carbs, a T 10 4 speed and Halibrand quick change center section in its deDion rear suspension. Built by Bill Sadler for John Van Meyer using bits from Van Meyers prewar ARCA special but now far from its historic Giants Despair hillclimb winning, Pontiac powered configuration including bodywork alterations that completely reshaped the nose. Attractively and thoroughly restored.
Market commentary
The appeal of this special is its early Giants Despair and northeast circuit racing history, both of which have been lost in its reconfigured body and Chevy power. It was introduced on the block by Bill Sadler, who must have wondered what he was seeing but didnt give it away. The bidders werent misled, however.