The 500 TRC was an adapted version of the successful 500 TR. The "C" stands for Appendix C of the international racing regulations: to comply, the car received a wider cockpit, a passenger door, a full-width windshield with wipers, a 120-liter fuel tank, and a stowable soft top. Ferrari built a total of 19 chassis between 1956 and 1957; it was the marque's last four-cylinder sports racer. Although the factory never campaigned it itself, privateer teams won the 2000 cm³ class at Le Mans in 1957 and at the Targa Florio in 1958.
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Body and chassis
The Scaglietti body resembled that of the 500 TR, but featured a lower hood and slightly reshaped wheel arches and fenders. The wheelbase grew to 2350 mm and was derived from the 860 Monza. The suspension consisted of coil springs all around with a live rear axle. Like the 500 TR, the car weighed just 680 kg and produced 180 hp.
The rare 625 TRC
The factory upgraded two 500 TRC chassis to 2.5 liters, creating the extremely rare 625 TRC. Both cars were owned and campaigned by John von Neumann, who ran the Ferrari distributorship in California. Chassis 0672MDTR later even received the 3.4-liter engine from the 860 Monza, and in 1958 received a 3.0-liter from the 250 Testa Rossa. Chassis 0680MDTR changed hands on May 12, 2012, at RM Sotheby's in Monaco for 5 million euros.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 500 TRC
When was the Ferrari 500 TRC raced?
The Ferrari 500 TRC was raced in 1957.
How much power does the Ferrari 500 TRC have?
Power of the Ferrari 500 TRC: 180 hp.
What engine does the Ferrari 500 TRC have?
Engine of the Ferrari 500 TRC: 2.0 l (1985 cm³) Lampredi I4. It is mounted at the front.
How many Ferrari 500 TRC were built?
19 units of the Ferrari 500 TRC were built.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari 500 TRC?
Predecessor: Ferrari 500 TR.
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