1951 Cooper Racer 500

The Cooper Racer 500 is the result of Cooper Car Company's ingenuity, showcasing a minimalist prototype: a steel chassis, an aluminum body, magnesium wheels, mass-produced suspension, and a centrally placed 500cc motorcycle engine. This formula was officially recognized by the FIA in 1950 as a stepping stone towards Formula 3. Stirling Moss, captivated by this formula, made his debut on a Cooper Racer 500.

The Cooper Racer model offered today is a 1951 MK5 (chassis: MK5/2/51), as evidenced by its VIN (Vehicle Identification Form). Formerly piloted by Ken Carter, it garnered a track record in 1951: 4th in Rouen, 3rd in Goodwood and Castle Combe, and 1st in Brands Hatch.

Between 1952 and 1980, it was modified to accommodate a 1100cc engine to compete in Formula 2 races before reverting to its original configuration with a 500cc engine.

This race model features a brand-new Norton Manx engine from Molnar, fitted with a Mikuni carburetor for simplified usage. Its original fuel supply system is still available.

Furthermore, it comes with a "paddock starter" to facilitate engine startup.

Vehicle ready to race, eligible for historic racing events such as Goodwood.

- Historical invoices available

- Manual transmission