1977 Gardner V.W Midget Speedway Race Car
A purpose-built Australian speedway midget finished in Black, representing classic open-wheel dirt track racing from the 1970s. Built for competition use, this single-seat race car is configured purely for performance and track durability.
Powered by a 2.4-litre petrol engine and driving the rear wheels, this Gardner-built V.W Midget features a quick-change differential for rapid gearing adjustments, individual throttle body (ITB) induction, racing harness, and fixed bucket seat. It sits on American Racer tyres and is fitted with an electrical isolator, reflecting its dedicated motorsport specification. Odometer is not applicable.
Gardner V.W Midget Speedway Model History
During the 1960s and 1970s, Volkswagen-powered midget speedcars became a mainstay of Australian and international speedway racing. Renowned for their lightweight construction, simplicity, and strong power-to-weight ratios, V.W midgets were competitive, affordable, and highly adaptable across dirt and clay ovals. Builders such as Gardner produced chassis that were respected for their balance and strength, making them popular with both professional and privateer racers. Today, period midget speedcars are valued by collectors, historic racers, and speedway enthusiasts for their role in grassroots motorsport history.
Specifications
Year: 1977
Make: Gardner
Model: V.W Midget Speedcar
Body: Speedway / Open Wheel
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive
Odometer: Not Applicable
Engine: 2.4 Petrol
Colour: Black
Seats: 1
Quick change differential, ITB setup, racing harness, bucket seat, American Racer tyres, isolator fitted.
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Lloyds stock #583942+1
Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
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