Recent content by John Coombs

Sorry about the video but a friend filmed it on his phone. Next time around I will get Cecile B. Demille booked up but this was just a spontaneous thing we did. The car is street legal.

Took a friend for a short ride in the Lola yesterday, he loved it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWqX8brk4mw

Yes Brian it is and its in really nice condition. I got to see it the other day but don't have room at my place or I would have made an offer.

Just found this car on the internet if your after an RCR Lola T70 RCR Replica Race or Street (or both) for Sale in OAKHURST, CA | RacingJunk Classifieds

Thanks for the comments on my car, guys. I have owned a number of collector cars but this one is the best, thanks to Fran and RCR. Just as a side issue Jim who helped with the set up of the carbs used to work for Carroll Shelby at one time running the engine shop. He was there when they prepped...

I was given a short video of the car with the new carbs while at lunch today so here is a link to it. Enjoy. New Webers for Lola - YouTube

JohnB I had and still have no concerns about the fuel tanks on my RCR Lola. Fran makes an excellent car and I looked at most cars on the market before making my choice. Safety and build quality played a major part in my decision making process and this was key in making the RCR number one...

The car now runs better than it did with the four barrel set up. Better at idle and throttle response through the entire range has improved. Also started really easy which surprised me somewhat after setting the timing at 36 degrees BTDC. The view from the back with the lid down is awesome.

Just replaced my old four barrel set up with a set of Webbers. Here's a picture of the upgrade.

The Night Before Le Mans (in Box 56) ‘Twas the night before Le Mans, and all through the chateau ... Not an engine was roaring, I dreamt of a Rondeau. The helmets were hung in the garage with care, Crews hoping speed and reliability both would be there. The drivers were restless for what lay...

James Garners the Racing Sceen would be one. Lemans and Gand Prix would be on my top list.

Hi Ricardo Check out Fran Hall at Race Car Replicas on this site. I have a Lola T70Mk3b Replica from Fran and it's great. One of my friends has just bought one of Fran's Lola cars sold here on this forum and he to is over the moon with his car to.

Hi Fran Yes I still love my car and will be cheering you guys on from Sunny California. Good luck.

Don't know if any ones interested but I will be coming down to the Cars and Coffee morning at Irvine on Saturday 29th Oct with my RCR Lola T70. So if any of you folks want to look over one of Frans cars I would be happy to meet you.:thumbsup: Regards John Coombs.

Thats great news Fran. It's not coming out my way by any chace? It would be great to have another Lola in California.