This 1958 Lister-Chevrolet Knobbly Sports Racer is a well-documented, authentic example with a traceable history. It features a Chevrolet power plant injected by Ed Pink and has participated in the Rolex Reunion. With a chassis number of BHL-18, this vehicle boasts a yellow and dark green exterior and a green interior.

Established in 1954 by Brian Lister, the company set up shop in Cambridge, England, and immediately engaged in motorsports endeavors. The Lister Knobbly cars, known for their curvaceous bodywork, were powered by various engines, including the Jaguar D-type inline six-cylinder engine and US-built V8 engines. This particular Lister was built to accept a Chevrolet V8 engine and was delivered to Carroll Shelby Sports Cars Inc. in Dallas, TX, in 1958.

The first owner, Ronnie Hissom, raced the car in the 1958 and 1959 racing seasons. The car was later sold to Anson Johnson and David Lane, who continued to race it. Over the years, the vehicle has had several owners, including Nick Davidson, Dale Powers, and Joe Pendergast. It has been restored and maintained by various owners, with photo documentation from 1984, 2007, and 2012.

This Lister-Chevrolet features a 339 cu. in. Chevrolet V8 engine by Ed Pink, producing 400 hp and 500 lb. ft. of torque. The engine is paired with a 4-Speed Muncie manual transmission and boasts Hilborn Fuel Injection and tubular headers. The vehicle is equipped with Halibrand Kidney Bean 6” x 16” wheels, Dunlop racing tires, and a de Dion tube with coil spring rear suspension.

The interior is trimmed with matching dark green material and features raw aluminum finishes. The dash is clean and well-laid out, with a padded seat cushion and a newer Kirkey aluminum racing seat. A modern OMP halon fire suppression system and a new fuel cell are also installed. The vehicle starts, runs, steers, and stops, with a wonderful exhaust note.

This 1958 Lister-Chevrolet Knobbly Sports Racer is a historically important vehicle that has been faithfully restored and comprehensively rebuilt to a high standard. With its impressive engine, advanced suspension, and well-maintained condition, this car is a fantastic opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts. However, it is recommended that a professional race shop review the vehicle prior to driving in a competition setting.