Known History
Version: Vallelunga Fantuzzi Spyder (Sport 1000)
Chassis: VL 1609
Engine: 1-litre BRM Inline-4
Transmission: 5-speed
Year built: 1966
Exterior: Red
Interior: Black
First owner: De Tomaso Automobili, Modena, Italy
History: 26-27/02/1966 1st Mostra della Vetture da Competizione, Turin - De Tomaso stand.
Then modified by the factory to incorporate a 998cc BRM Formula 2 engine (129bhp at 9750rpm) and ancillaries, new engine subframe, straight through exhaust, fuel tank, wider three-spoke De Tomaso Formula 3 wheels by Campagnolo, smaller diameter steering wheel and front-mounted header tank. The rear bodywork was modified with flared fenders and an opening for the exhaust pipe on the tail facia. The rear deck had cut outs for the trumpets, a filler cap and heat exchanger for the electrical system. Retained by the factory until 2004.
July 2004 sold to second owner, UK.
June 2007 sold to present owner, UK.