You may have caught sight of a legal NASCAR racing on public roads before, but how about an open-wheel Formula 3 vehicle that weighs less than a Fiat 500 and is driven by a powerful superbike motor? Well, this handcrafted Lotus imitation, available for the steep price of $80,000, somewhat fits that description.
Offered for purchase on Facebook Marketplace and situated in North Hollywood, this custom piece is described as a recreation resembling a 1990 F3 racing car. Its foundation consists of a steel tube framework with cantilever suspension, and most notably, it houses a 200-horsepower Kawasaki ZX14R engine at its core.
Available on Facebook Marketplace
The vehicle presents race car-like aluminum paneling with aerodynamically designed wings on both front and back, along with sidepods that channel airflow and aid in keeping the vehicle grounded. To comply with road regulations, it includes “fenders” covering the top of the tires and housing attachment points for turn signals. Dim headlights are fixed at the front, imparting a quirky Nigel Thornberry look.
Hinted by the controversial Mercedes-Benz emblem, this stands as a “limited edition” model., Available on Facebook Marketplace
In traditional single-seater style, the driver’s compartment is snug and comes equipped with a petite windscreen. All these features make it perfect for conquering your local racetrack with a high-revving engine and exceptional handling, then driving back home—just preferably not in wet conditions. Nevertheless, ensuring the safety of proper racing harnesses would be wise to prevent injuries in case of an accident.
The seller boasts the vehicle’s ability to pass California state inspection and its fortunate exemption from SMOG checks.
Whether the asking price of $80,000 for this Formula car is justifiable is something we cannot predict, but we can agree on its one-of-a-kind appeal.
