Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
Dealer Info
tel: 704-788-2765Auto Barn Classic Cars
320 Sign Drive NW
Suite 100
Concord NC, 28027
Wally and Kenny Parks Built "Eegore the Eyesore"
STK 3474 1952 Borgward Midget Race Car
Borgward was a German automotive manufacturer founded by Carl Borgward that traces its roots back to 1905. The company produced automobiles and military trucks. Their most successful model was the 'Isabella' sedan that was introduced in the '50s and powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine.
This 1952 Borgward midget racecar was built by Wally and Kenny Parks who both figured prominently into the birth of NHRA and other early racing endeavors. Dubbed “Eegore the Eyesore”, this racecar is virtually unchanged since the early 1960's and has appeared in various web articles. Kurtis Kraft, a notable Indy car designer, provided a suitable body and chassis. The hand-formed design had a single central seat, small windscreen and bobtail rear. Paint was Custom Pink with hand-lettered graphics and louvered engine panels. The interior sports a three-spoke racing wheel and a galvanized dash panel that holds minimal instrumentation and mementos from past hot rod events. (It is said that this Borgward won all of its first four races.) The Parks brothers built the powertrain by modifying a version of the aforementioned Borgward Isabella 1.5L 4-cylinder powerplant that output 75+HP with a single straight exhaust. The engine is set back in the chassis as far as possible for better weight distribution. Other features include a 4-speed gearbox, hydraulic drum brakes and independent coil spring suspension.
As we said, this unique Borgward racer is virtually unchanged since the early '60's and this piece of American racing history still runs great. A good plan would be to just keep it running well - unnecessary mechanical/cosmetic changes would certainly subtract from its value. A special opportunity awaits. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
1952 Borgward Midget Race Car
Description
Wally and Kenny Parks Built
"Eegore the Eyesore"
STK 3474 1952 Borgward Midget Race Car
Borgward was a German automotive manufacturer founded by Carl Borgward that traces its roots back to 1905. The company produced automobiles and military trucks. Their most successful model was the 'Isabella' sedan that was introduced in the '50s and powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine.
This 1952 Borgward midget racecar was built by Wally and Kenny Parks who both figured prominently into the birth of NHRA and other early racing endeavors. Dubbed “Eegore the Eyesore”, this racecar is virtually unchanged since the early 1960's and has appeared in various web articles. Kurtis Kraft, a notable Indy car designer, provided a suitable body and chassis. The hand-formed design had a single central seat, small windscreen and bobtail rear. Paint was Custom Pink with hand-lettered graphics and louvered engine panels. The interior sports a three-spoke racing wheel and a galvanized dash panel that holds minimal instrumentation and mementos from past hot rod events. (It is said that this Borgward won all of its first four races.) The Parks brothers built the powertrain by modifying a version of the aforementioned Borgward Isabella 1.5L 4-cylinder powerplant that output 75+HP with a single straight exhaust. The engine is set back in the chassis as far as possible for better weight distribution. Other features include a 4-speed gearbox, hydraulic drum brakes and independent coil spring suspension.
As we said, this unique Borgward racer is virtually unchanged since the early '60's and this piece of American racing history still runs great. A good plan would be to just keep it running well - unnecessary mechanical/cosmetic changes would certainly subtract from its value. A special opportunity awaits. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 1.5 L
Body
- Body Color
- Pink
- Body Style
- Other
Basic
- Year
- 1952
- Make
- Borgward
- Model
- Midget Race Car
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.
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Classic Cars Sales & Consignment
Description
Wally and Kenny Parks Built
"Eegore the Eyesore"
STK 3474 1952 Borgward Midget Race Car
Borgward was a German automotive manufacturer founded by Carl Borgward that traces its roots back to 1905. The company produced automobiles and military trucks. Their most successful model was the 'Isabella' sedan that was introduced in the '50s and powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder engine.
This 1952 Borgward midget racecar was built by Wally and Kenny Parks who both figured prominently into the birth of NHRA and other early racing endeavors. Dubbed “Eegore the Eyesore”, this racecar is virtually unchanged since the early 1960's and has appeared in various web articles. Kurtis Kraft, a notable Indy car designer, provided a suitable body and chassis. The hand-formed design had a single central seat, small windscreen and bobtail rear. Paint was Custom Pink with hand-lettered graphics and louvered engine panels. The interior sports a three-spoke racing wheel and a galvanized dash panel that holds minimal instrumentation and mementos from past hot rod events. (It is said that this Borgward won all of its first four races.) The Parks brothers built the powertrain by modifying a version of the aforementioned Borgward Isabella 1.5L 4-cylinder powerplant that output 75+HP with a single straight exhaust. The engine is set back in the chassis as far as possible for better weight distribution. Other features include a 4-speed gearbox, hydraulic drum brakes and independent coil spring suspension.
As we said, this unique Borgward racer is virtually unchanged since the early '60's and this piece of American racing history still runs great. A good plan would be to just keep it running well - unnecessary mechanical/cosmetic changes would certainly subtract from its value. A special opportunity awaits. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Engine Size
- 1.5 L
Body
- Body Color
- Pink
- Body Style
- Other
Basic
- Year
- 1952
- Make
- Borgward
- Model
- Midget Race Car
Interior
- Interior Color
- Black
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Center Console
- No
Options
Disclaimer
AutoBarn Classic Cars is a consignment dealership; therefore, we sell cars that are not new and have surpassed their normal life expectancy. For this reason, the vehicles AutoBarn Classic Cars sells often require greater maintenance and repair. The majority of these vehicles are considered classics or antiques, meaning they are older vehicles with sometimes dated automotive technology. Although AutoBarn Classic Cars does perform a visual and safety inspection of the vehicle upon arrival, we can make no warranty, guarantee or representation regarding the accuracy, truth, or reliability of information we are provided by the owner. We sell our vehicles AS-IS, WHERE-IS, with no warranties expressed, written or implied. Any representations or descriptions are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. All sales are final.
We perform an extensive visual inspection on all vehicles we represent, but we do not disassemble vehicles or components for inspection purposes and therefore, it is always possible there is hidden damage that is not readily apparent.
AutoBarn Classic Cars relies on the owner(s) to convey information about the vehicles we list for sale. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any representation as to the condition and/or the value of any vehicle. AutoBarn Classic Cars cannot be held responsible for any misrepresentations, omissions, or errors based on information provided by the owner(s). Please note the example of a vehicle described as matching numbers, complete restoration, or original mileage has been provided to AutoBarn Classic Cars by the owner(s) and has not been verified by AutoBarn Classic Cars. Any potential buyer is encouraged to verify this information on their own prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Potential buyers are aware it is his/hers/their responsibility to either inspect personally or secure a third-party to inspect any vehicle the buyer intends to purchase or rely on the buyers own personal inspection, knowledge & judgement prior to the deal, purchase or close of any purchase.
AutoBarn Classic Cars will make reasonable efforts to disclose any known defects associated with each vehicle prior to the close of the sale at the buyer’s request.
AutoBarn Classic Cars is not liable and does not assume any responsibly to any damage or repair regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. No allowance will be made due to any omission, error, inaccurate representation, imperfection, damage or defect to any vehicle.
Our preferred and most secure form of payment is a bank wire transfer. We do accept checks but note that any form of a check will have a minimum hold of two business days up to 4 business days until the funds have cleared. This includes cashier's checks, certified checks, or bank checks of any kind. We cannot accept any credit card as payment or partial payment for a vehicle under any circumstance. Credit card transactions are ONLY accepted for the $500 deposit to hold the vehicle for 7 days while awaiting full payment.
Typographical errors do happen. AutoBarn Classic Cars is not responsible for any such errors in the description or list price for any vehicle.