Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
Dealer Info
tel: 704-788-2765Auto Barn Classic Cars
320 Sign Drive NW
Suite 100
Concord NC, 28027
Total Restoration in 1997 Driven by Mario Andretti & Eddie Sachs
STK 2950 1956 Hillegass Sprint Car
Hiram Hillegass began building racecars in 1919 and was recognized as one of the foremost builders of 'single-seat' racecars. He was elected to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997. This innovative Hillegass Sprint Car was developed in the late '40s and utilized a frame constructed of large diameter high strength steel tubing as an alternative to repurposed production car frames. Our National award-winning Hillegass Sprint car is said to be 'tube-type frame #6' built in 1949 for Frank Anfuso of Bethlehem, PA, the owner of Highway Auto Body. Total restoration to '1956 race configuration' was done by Gene Weaber and was completed in 1997. Our stunning sprint car has been part of the Dennis Carpenter collection for many years. From a history standpoint, the car won 99 feature races, the 1951 NARA Championship and four URC Championships. One of the former drivers that campaigned this car was said to be Mario Andretti. The body 'tub' is all-metal as is the hood/nose. It has been professionally hand-lettered with period correct numbers and pin-stripping. Inside this interior is classic racer, plus a nicely upholstered seat in rolled-and-pleated red vinyl. The dash mounts the speedometer, tachometer and water temp gauges. A time-honored racing wheel, chopped windshield and torque tube w/enclosed driveshaft complete the functional interior package. Power is furnished by a Ford Thunderbird 312ci 'Y block' V8 that is fitted with an Edelbrock tri-power intake, Stromberg carburetors and custom headers. Behind the 312 sits a one-speed gearbox and differential that houses quick-change gearing. The electrical system is 12-volt and a manual pump, operated with your left hand, delivers fuel. Like most sprint cars, you must 'push-to-start' this beast. Brakes are rear-wheel hydraulic with huge drums and the suspension utilizes traditional front/rear radius rods. Period correct magnesium knock-off wheels mount old-school racing tires. This beautiful Hillegass Sprint car will be a classic addition to someone's garage. It is sold on a Bill of Sale. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
1956 Hillegass Sprint Race Car
Description
Total Restoration in 1997
Driven by Mario Andretti & Eddie Sachs
STK 2950 1956 Hillegass Sprint Car
Hiram Hillegass began building racecars in 1919 and was recognized as one of the foremost builders of 'single-seat' racecars. He was elected to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997. This innovative Hillegass Sprint Car was developed in the late '40s and utilized a frame constructed of large diameter high strength steel tubing as an alternative to repurposed production car frames. Our National award-winning Hillegass Sprint car is said to be 'tube-type frame #6' built in 1949 for Frank Anfuso of Bethlehem, PA, the owner of Highway Auto Body. Total restoration to '1956 race configuration' was done by Gene Weaber and was completed in 1997. Our stunning sprint car has been part of the Dennis Carpenter collection for many years. From a history standpoint, the car won 99 feature races, the 1951 NARA Championship and four URC Championships. One of the former drivers that campaigned this car was said to be Mario Andretti. The body 'tub' is all-metal as is the hood/nose. It has been professionally hand-lettered with period correct numbers and pin-stripping. Inside this interior is classic racer, plus a nicely upholstered seat in rolled-and-pleated red vinyl. The dash mounts the speedometer, tachometer and water temp gauges. A time-honored racing wheel, chopped windshield and torque tube w/enclosed driveshaft complete the functional interior package. Power is furnished by a Ford Thunderbird 312ci 'Y block' V8 that is fitted with an Edelbrock tri-power intake, Stromberg carburetors and custom headers. Behind the 312 sits a one-speed gearbox and differential that houses quick-change gearing. The electrical system is 12-volt and a manual pump, operated with your left hand, delivers fuel. Like most sprint cars, you must 'push-to-start' this beast. Brakes are rear-wheel hydraulic with huge drums and the suspension utilizes traditional front/rear radius rods. Period correct magnesium knock-off wheels mount old-school racing tires. This beautiful Hillegass Sprint car will be a classic addition to someone's garage. It is sold on a Bill of Sale. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Size
- 312 Thunderbird
Body
- Body Color
- Red/Blue/Cream
- Body Style
- Other
Basic
- Year
- 1956
- Make
- Hillegass
- Model
- Sprint
Interior
- Interior Color
- Red
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Vinyl
- 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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Description
Total Restoration in 1997
Driven by Mario Andretti & Eddie Sachs
STK 2950 1956 Hillegass Sprint Car
Hiram Hillegass began building racecars in 1919 and was recognized as one of the foremost builders of 'single-seat' racecars. He was elected to the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame in 1997. This innovative Hillegass Sprint Car was developed in the late '40s and utilized a frame constructed of large diameter high strength steel tubing as an alternative to repurposed production car frames. Our National award-winning Hillegass Sprint car is said to be 'tube-type frame #6' built in 1949 for Frank Anfuso of Bethlehem, PA, the owner of Highway Auto Body. Total restoration to '1956 race configuration' was done by Gene Weaber and was completed in 1997. Our stunning sprint car has been part of the Dennis Carpenter collection for many years. From a history standpoint, the car won 99 feature races, the 1951 NARA Championship and four URC Championships. One of the former drivers that campaigned this car was said to be Mario Andretti. The body 'tub' is all-metal as is the hood/nose. It has been professionally hand-lettered with period correct numbers and pin-stripping. Inside this interior is classic racer, plus a nicely upholstered seat in rolled-and-pleated red vinyl. The dash mounts the speedometer, tachometer and water temp gauges. A time-honored racing wheel, chopped windshield and torque tube w/enclosed driveshaft complete the functional interior package. Power is furnished by a Ford Thunderbird 312ci 'Y block' V8 that is fitted with an Edelbrock tri-power intake, Stromberg carburetors and custom headers. Behind the 312 sits a one-speed gearbox and differential that houses quick-change gearing. The electrical system is 12-volt and a manual pump, operated with your left hand, delivers fuel. Like most sprint cars, you must 'push-to-start' this beast. Brakes are rear-wheel hydraulic with huge drums and the suspension utilizes traditional front/rear radius rods. Period correct magnesium knock-off wheels mount old-school racing tires. This beautiful Hillegass Sprint car will be a classic addition to someone's garage. It is sold on a Bill of Sale. ALL VEHICLES SOLD “AS IS”.
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Size
- 312 Thunderbird
Body
- Body Color
- Red/Blue/Cream
- Body Style
- Other
Basic
- Year
- 1956
- Make
- Hillegass
- Model
- Sprint
Interior
- Interior Color
- Red
- Seating Type
- Bucket
- Seat Material
- Vinyl
- 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.