1989 KBS MkV Rotax F500

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1989 KBS MkV w/ Rotax 494, upgraded suspension, 2 races on tires. Last ran at Sonoma in 2018, belts expired in Dec 2019

Rebuilt master cylinders and rebuilt secondary clutch
New front and rear tires
Spares for most parts, including a 494 engine
Logbook and transponder
Extra rims

12v portable lift included (in background of pic 5)

$5,500
Sacramento area
Don

**SOLD**

[Tom Grossmann]

Will this fit a big guy, my friend is searching for a car. We're in Vegas.

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I'm 6'-0" 200+ pounds and it fits me fine.

[Tom Grossmann]

My buddy asked if you measure the car at the shoulders? He is rather linebacker-esque

He just fits in my Novakar.

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The measurement kind of depends on the driver's height. I added some plates in the shoulder area, which you can see in a couple of the pics, and added foam. There's almost 19" between those plates...kept me snug. If the driver is less than 6', there is more shoulder room as you sit more forward (maybe with a seat insert, if that makes sense). And those shoulder plates could be removed with some minor grinding (not structural).

In 2011, or thereabouts, Don Clar (SF Bay area Novakar builder/driver) replaced the straight tubes that run above the driver's arms from the main hoop to the front hoop with tubes with a slight bend in them...the bend mostly near the front hoop. This worked well for me - a little more room for my arms when driving and made it easier getting in and out.

[Tom Grossmann]

Thanks I will let my friend know. Another friend, Gene Rolfe always spoke well of Don's work so good to know he did it.

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Don also replace the jackshaft at that time, including the bearings, spacers, etc. Quality work and fun times at the track with him.

[Bill Schmidt]

Does this car have a 80" wheelbase?

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Yes - 80" wheelbase

[lance3556]

We can't convince you to bring it out again, I need some racing friends on the west coast I remember that last outing at Sonoma.

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Time & $ is keeping me from racing with you again, I'm hoping someone else could enjoy it. Btw congrats on a great season that year .

[Tom Grossmann]

I'm trying to convince a couple of friends to buy this and come race vintage with me.......it is 30 years old.

[ConnorBell]

Is this still for sale? I’m very interested

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Yes, still for sale. I sent you a p.m.

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Yes, still for sale. I sent you a p.m.

...well, i tried. let me know if you didn't receive it. tnx

[cory mcleod]

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sold