1959 OSCA S-Type Roadster

This OSCA Tipo S-187 is powered by an 845cc dual overhead camshaft inline four-cylinder engine fitted with dual Weber twin-choke carburetors and delivers an estimated 75 horsepower at 7,700 RPM. It has a four-speed manual gearbox, four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, and a live-rear axle.

It was acquired new in 1959 by Pennsylvanian racer Jim Eichenlaub from official OSCA importer Edgar Fronteras. While in his care, it raced extensively across the United States and scored eight H-Modified class wins and several podiums to capture the 1959 SCCA National Championship. A year later, Eichenlaub started two more races before selling the car to John Igleheart of Greenwich, Connecticut, who continued to expand upon its racing resume, earning eight class wins and three consecutive SCCA Regional titles (1961–1963).

After the 1963 season, the car was sold to Scott Garrish and driven frequently by Charlie Rainville from 1963 to 1965. Both Garrish and Rainville won several northeastern SCCA races with this OSCA during the 1965 racing season

The car remained in Mr. Rainville's care until his passing in 1985. David Castelhano purchased the OSCA from Mr. Rainville's estate and later sold it through a broker to Dan Hedborg of Sweden. It was then given a restoration with its exterior finished in yellow. In 2003, it received its FIVA Historical Technical Passport while in Mr. Hedborg's care. It was later sold to a buyer in France, and in 2018, its exterior was returned to red.

By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2023