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Classic & Historic Race Cars for Sale

FIA HTP, Group 2/4/B, pre-66 racers, Goodwood-eligible classics.

144
Listings
1934–2023
Year range
up to $475,000
Price range
60+
Countries
Historic and classic competition cars for sale — from pre-war racers and 1960s touring cars to Group C prototypes and classic Formula machinery. Cars in this category are often eligible for Goodwood, Le Mans Classic, Monaco Historique, Peter Auto and HSR/SVRA grids; eligibility depends on FIA HTP papers and documented period history, so review each listing's paperwork section carefully. Collectors, historic specialists and dealers list here, and many cars come with extensive spares and known ownership chains.

Historic motorsport, ready to compete

Historic race cars combine collector value with active competition use. Many cars here come with valid FIA Historic Technical Passports, period-correct specifications, and entries in events like the Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic, Mille Miglia Storica, Tour Auto and Monaco Historic Grand Prix.

What defines a historic race car?

Cars in this section are typically:

  • Built or homologated in their period (pre-1990 is the common cutoff)
  • Restored to a period-correct specification
  • Eligible for FIA-sanctioned historic championships
  • Documented with chassis-number traceability and ownership history

Buying a historic race car — what to verify

  • FIA HTP papers or eligibility for a national equivalent (RAC/MSA, ASN, etc.)
  • Chassis number stamp and continuity of identity
  • Race history, period photos, programme entries
  • Engine and gearbox numbers — original or replacement
  • Major restoration receipts and specialists involved

Frequently asked questions

What is an FIA HTP?
The FIA Historic Technical Passport is the international document that certifies a car is built to period-correct specification and is eligible to compete in FIA-sanctioned historic events.
Can I race a classic car at Goodwood Revival?
Goodwood Revival is invitation-only, but the car must be pre-1966, period-correct and historically significant. Many cars listed here are Goodwood-eligible.
Are historic race cars a good investment?
Documented, original-chassis historic race cars with race history have historically appreciated steadily. Investment performance is not guaranteed — buy first for passion and use.