HEALEY SR 1968 When the production of the Healey 3000 ended and in order to keep the Healey name alive until the Jenson Healey would be ready a prototype was produced, the Healey SR (sub rosa) to run at Le Mans. The power plant was the Coventry Climax FWMV 2litre with 240 bhp. It was a very attractive, purposeful well designed car, but overweight for its engine size. Maximum speed was a 180 mph. The subject of this model was just ready in time for the postponed 1968 Le Mans to be driven by Clive Baker/Andrew Hedges. The car ran steadily until the clutch jammed forcing its retirement. The car again ran in 1969 driven by Clive Baker/John Harris. This version ran with racing no 37 and all the rear deck scoops were removed and an aerofoil was added to the rear. THE MODEL The kit includes lightweight precision moulded body, vac formed windows, light covers and almost full relief interior. Correct pattern white metal two piece wheel inserts, intake trumpets, exhausts and steering wheel. Resin drivers head and full decals. 'PENELOPES TIPS' Recommended chassis Sidewinder Sport. Wheels FW1, RW1 inserts included in body kit
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