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My daughter in Rick Austin's super original Devin C.
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Best,
Kreg Jones
Devin Registry™ Update Over 100 Devin Cars-
80 Devin Specials, 6 Devin SS's, 19 Devin D's, 13 Devin C's, 5 Devin Panhards, and 1 Devin GT
Jon and Scott DeGaynor's Devin Specials - It's a family affair!
Scott's Devin special (#111) has been in our family for 62 years and it's in its 6th iteration. Jon's #11 Devin special was built by Jim Melton. Both cars are beautiful, fast, and good family fun.
Great article here- https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/father-and-sons-dual-devins-fuel-a-special-bond/
Great article here- https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/father-and-sons-dual-devins-fuel-a-special-bond/
New addition to the Registry: Mark Jones's Devin Triumph TR3
Really interesting history on this Devin. It was built and raced by Bill Devin. Plus, once owned by my favorite museum the Simeone Foundation.
The Devin Triumph TR3 was raced by William S. Devin in several SCCA events in 1957. The car performed very well, winning several races and awards.
Here are some of the car's most notable performances:
• In the March 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Palm Springs, California, Devin finished first in class and second overall.
• In the April 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Road Atlanta, Georgia, Devin finished first in class and third overall.
• In the May 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Bridgehampton, New York, Devin finished first in class and second overall.
• 1957 Watkins Glen Grand Prix: Devin finished 3rd overall and 1st in class
• 1957 Bridgehampton Road Race: Devin finished 2nd overall and 1st in class
• 1957 Sebring 12 Hours: Devin finished 10th overall and 3rd in class.
• These results helped Devin to win the 1956 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National Championship. He was the first American driver to win the championship in a car that he had built himself.
The Devin Triumph TR3 was raced by William S. Devin in several SCCA events in 1957. The car performed very well, winning several races and awards.
Here are some of the car's most notable performances:
• In the March 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Palm Springs, California, Devin finished first in class and second overall.
• In the April 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Road Atlanta, Georgia, Devin finished first in class and third overall.
• In the May 1957 SCCA National Sports Car Races at Bridgehampton, New York, Devin finished first in class and second overall.
• 1957 Watkins Glen Grand Prix: Devin finished 3rd overall and 1st in class
• 1957 Bridgehampton Road Race: Devin finished 2nd overall and 1st in class
• 1957 Sebring 12 Hours: Devin finished 10th overall and 3rd in class.
• These results helped Devin to win the 1956 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National Championship. He was the first American driver to win the championship in a car that he had built himself.
Super rare Devin D/C parts for sale-
*Original aluminium frame for Devin D and C, very well preserved $400. OBO.
*Set of new windscreen, new rubber seals ( 3 different shapes as needed.), aluminium frame, NOS never mounted bows and two side curtains ( very well preserved with light staining of plastic windows due to aging ) $ 3000 OBO
*One set of 3 rubber seals as needed to mount a glass or plastic screen into a aluminium frame. $ 250 OBO.
If interested contact Michael: [email protected]
Devin-Bodied Volkswagen Special for sale on bringatrailer.com
This Devin-bodied roadster features a fiberglass body over welded tube frame components and a Volkswagen Beetle pan. It is powered by a 1.2-liter flat-four that is equipped with a Wolfsburg West Okrasa dual-port kit and paired with a four-speed manual transaxle. Equipment includes a roll hoop, front disc brakes, Koni shocks, 15″ wheels, a Moto-Lita steering wheel, a Hurst shifter, and bucket seats. The car was acquired by the seller in 2010, and service completed in 2022 is said to have included an engine tune, installation of a high-torque starter, and replacement of a fuel line as well as the clutch, pressure plate, shocks, and tires. This Devin special is offered with period literature and a clean California title in the seller’s name describing the car as a 1957 Volkswagen Roadster.
Devin SS original windshield for sale, includes frame.
Rare as hen's teeth. If interested, contact me here and I'll put you in touch with the seller. Ships from Hawaii.
Newly submitted Devin C - Owner Laird McIntyre
This may be the last original Devin C made. It's a 1966 Devin Corvair , that was originally sold by Bill Devin to Laired as a owner assembled kit. Laired knew Bill from the SoCal racing scene. This is a one owner car, with all the original paperwork. The Devin is located in AZ, the hot spot of Devin C's. This is a great example and in a gorgeous color.
Addition to the Registry
Stanley Fowler's Devin project
For Sale- New Devin D/C front fenders
I purchased two new front fenders from Devin Sports Cars. But, when I took the fender flares off my original ones, there was very little repair work needed, so I would like to sell these. I would sell the pair for $400 or separately for $250 each. The buyer would be responsible for picking them up in MA or arranging for shipping.
If you have any questions, please call Toby between 9am-9pm at: 508-259-9933.
If you have any questions, please call Toby between 9am-9pm at: 508-259-9933.
Interview with SS owner Richard Haskell
Chuck Derer has been videotaping cars for over 20 years and is finally sharing his Devin SS footage with us.
I'm not sure if Chuck knew this, but Richard was an owner of Devin Sports Cars. The SS is a 1959 Prototype still owned by him and his wife Susan Haskell.
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Kevin Callahan (Devin Sports Cars) interview on Cars Yeah- Listen now!
Great Devin article on RoadandTrack.com
Brendan McAleer did a great job with this story. Kevin Callahan and I were thrilled to help out.
A rare site of two dualling Devin SS's as they race neck and neck.
Mike Fuchs racing #36 against Jim Riopelle's #11. Thanks for sending Mike!
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Brian Miller's Devin C sold on Bring a Trailer!
Devin SS body for sale- SOLD
Devin SS body for sale! Bill Devin rarely sold Devin SS bodies. They were only sold to racers like Ak Miller and Dave MacDonald. This is an original Devin body. This looks like a former race car, but the history has been lost. Don't wait.
Matteo Grandi's Devin Triumph Special
This Devin 295 special was purchased in America, brought to Italy and then lovingly restored. It was originally built around 1960 on a Triumph TR2 chassis and is thought to have been raced in CA, including at Laguna Seca.
Some great shots from Mike Fuchs
Never mounted Devin body w/new chassis SOLD
The car is located in Texas just outside of Austin. The Devin body is original (never mounted) with the rare Ferrari style hood. It can be crated for shipping. Email or Call me if interested. [email protected]
Announcement-
Kevin Callahan is not a new Devin owner, but the new owner of Devin.
He recently purchased the assets and intellectual property of Devin Sports Cars. Kevin will continue to help preserve the history and support the Devin car enthusiasts worldwide
Click the link for his new website Devin Sports Cars.
Hermann Schwarz's Devin D restoration is awesome! Maybe it's just me, but new silver paint on a Devin never fails to impress.
The car was purchased from Donald Nardo in 2014. It was then brought to Germany and lovingly restored. Many Porsche items were added for good measure. A double ignition roller bearing Porsche engine, plus gauges and brakes from a 550.
Devin D owned by Hermann Schwarz
John Mood representing with his newly restored Devin Panhard
A very respectable 2nd place in the Retired Race Car category at The Forest Grove Concours d'Elegance in Oregon. Nice to see a Devin Panhard out and about.
The wait is over! Official Devin Tee's from Devin Sports Cars, LLC
Devin logo tees are finally available. Shoot an email here
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Mark White's Killer Special
I absolutely love Mark White's big body Devin with big Jaguar V12 power!
Bill Devin Interview
I would like to thank Carl Gillberg for sending me this footage! Carl interviewed Bill Devin back in 2000. It turned out to be about a week and a half before his death. This is a clip from that interview. Here he is talking about how many cars Devin produced.
AK Miller Photos
I couldn't be happier that Jeff Pierce shared his family photos with us. Jeff is AK's stepson and his mother took these wonderful photos.
Devin for sale
1957 Devin Special with a 283 Chevy motor, T10 BorgWarner 4-speed with aluminum flywheel, bell housing, and driveshaft. Modified with QA1 coil over shocks with '55 drum brakes, 4:11 posi-traction rear, Eledbrock 3x2 manifold, and 12 gallon fuel cell. Street legal and ready to drive. Contact: John Stull at [email protected] or 717-430-0031 (not a cell), Harrisburg Pennsylvania $26,900
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David Zavetsky's Devin PE5 Special
Update! Cliff Murray's Porsche powered Devin D is a stunner!
Early Devin D for sale
The car looks to be a very early Devin C for sale in Edmonton, Canada. The seller is asking 7k. The prospective buyer would definitely have to think about shipping costs and importation. The car has no title. I'm not personally selling this, just posting for the seller. Also, missing a hood. If interested contact me here.
History from the Irish side. The Devinshire Corvette (a.k.a. Devin SS)
Colin Hillis has shared his Grandfather's (Noel Hillis) account of the creation of the Devinshire Corvette
Noel Hillis
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DeGaynor's Family Affair with Devin Specials
Jon and his father Scott DeGaynor have shared a Devin passion for over 50 years. Scott's #111 car has been in their family for over 50 years. It originally had a Desoto Hemi and Automative transmission, with a Halibrand quick change rear end. Then, they built a new chassis (in the 70's) based on MG A frame rails and GM independent front suspension and GM rear end. The car has had a 327 Chevy and then a 350 Chevy. It was raced in local SCCA events in the 70s and early 80s and didn’t run again until last week. The car was completely redone, but keeping the base MG frame rails and the SB Chevy.
Jon's Devin #11 was originally Jim Melton's car. He has owned it now for 2 years and has been racing it throughout the Midwest. It features a 350 Chevy (with 4 Rochester carbs), a 4 speed transmission, Jaguar rear end, and a independent front suspension. Here are some pictures of their gorgeous cars.
Jon's Devin #11 was originally Jim Melton's car. He has owned it now for 2 years and has been racing it throughout the Midwest. It features a 350 Chevy (with 4 Rochester carbs), a 4 speed transmission, Jaguar rear end, and a independent front suspension. Here are some pictures of their gorgeous cars.
Jon's #11 and Scott's #111 Devins
PLEASE HELP- Phil is looking for a left side (Driver's) door for his 295 Devin. "I will take any door of the correct side, longer or short is OK, but 21" would be the ideal. It's OK if there is damage, I can fix it. Also, need the drivers side door hinge complete." Contact- Phil [email protected]
George Holt's hot little Devin C added to the registry
Embroidered Devin logo available
$25 each plus shipping. Limited # made. If you would like one please contact Michael Eckart email- [email protected]
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Carl's missing Devin special
If anyone knows the whereabouts of this Devin special please contact me here. It was built by Carl Gillberg in 1963 and based on a '56 Chevy frame that was shortened to a 98" wheelbase.
Carl's Devin Chevy special
Carl Gillberg's visit with Bill Devin
Carl took a pilgrimage to Bill Devin's house in 2000 right before Bill's passing and is now sharing the photos of his trip. More to come... Thank you, Carl!
I just received Robert's email and thought I would post it-
"Bill Devin was my great uncle. I am his sister’s only grandchild. The last time I saw him was when we visited him in California in 1990 (I was 11). We stayed in touch via the phone until he died a few months after my dad did. My father was always very proud of Uncle Bill and the cars he made and so am I. It is so nice to see so many of them are still being collected and treasured to this day. Those pictures of the car bodies under his car port in 2000 made my cry a little. They were there the last time I saw him. It was a very special trip down memory lane for me. He was a very loving and special man. It makes me happy to see someone keeping his memory alive."
Thank you and Godbless,
Robert L. Galloway Jr.
PS, I remember sitting around Uncle Bill’s kitchen table that summer in 1990, we were all just talking and catching up, when the phone rang.
He was only on the phone for about ten minutes or so. I heard him say, “uh-huh, okay $100,000. I’ll get started next week.” (this was 28 years ago so I might be a bit off on the price. That’s a long time to remember.) When asked what that was about, he said “A guy wants me to build a car for him.” I remember thinking “That’s so cool!! Wow uncle bill is rich now!”
"Bill Devin was my great uncle. I am his sister’s only grandchild. The last time I saw him was when we visited him in California in 1990 (I was 11). We stayed in touch via the phone until he died a few months after my dad did. My father was always very proud of Uncle Bill and the cars he made and so am I. It is so nice to see so many of them are still being collected and treasured to this day. Those pictures of the car bodies under his car port in 2000 made my cry a little. They were there the last time I saw him. It was a very special trip down memory lane for me. He was a very loving and special man. It makes me happy to see someone keeping his memory alive."
Thank you and Godbless,
Robert L. Galloway Jr.
PS, I remember sitting around Uncle Bill’s kitchen table that summer in 1990, we were all just talking and catching up, when the phone rang.
He was only on the phone for about ten minutes or so. I heard him say, “uh-huh, okay $100,000. I’ll get started next week.” (this was 28 years ago so I might be a bit off on the price. That’s a long time to remember.) When asked what that was about, he said “A guy wants me to build a car for him.” I remember thinking “That’s so cool!! Wow uncle bill is rich now!”
A new car for the Devin Registry
Paul Ziller breathed new life into an old Devin body by fitting it to a Triumph TR6 chassis. The car was made for his partner Jenny and it is stunning!
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Devin’s at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering 2017- By Brian Miller
Every August automotive enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to the Monterey peninsula in California to celebrate the ultimate in automobile design, performance, and preservation. Events range from the sophistication of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, to the rapid fire intensity of bidders hoping to take home their dream car at the auction tents, and even to the excitement of vintage racers competing at the Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca. One of the most exclusive events during Monterey Car Week is The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering.
Eight of the original twenty-five Devin C’s gathered at The Quail to pay respect to Bill Devin and help share his legacy with the auto enthusiast who assembled for Monterey Car Week 2017. This event served to spotlight the Devin C for a new generation of passionate sports car enthusiast to discover. Based on the response, there is little doubt the Devin legacy will carry on.
I would like to thank all the Devin C owners for making this possible and specifically Brian Miller for organizing, participating and documenting the event. -Kreg
I would like to thank all the Devin C owners for making this possible and specifically Brian Miller for organizing, participating and documenting the event. -Kreg
Bob Bodin's "Ryan Special" at Limerock- Photos John Bigler
Bob Bodin's "Ryan Special"
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Bob Bodin's "Ryan Special"
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John Bigler's Devin Morgan Build
After purchasing the virgin Devin body from Jim Bartlett at Echidna Racing in 1995, I finally have a drivable chassis.
I wanted to fully sort out the mechanics and tweak the seat, pedal and steering locations before I made the aluminum interior panels and mounted the body. I've made a temporary plywood foot box and added temporary lights, mirror and Brooklands windscreen -- it's fully legal with antique plate and insurance. As the photo shows, it's great fun to drive the Devin go-kart to Cars & Coffee!
The chassis is a resurrection of my '59 Morgan Plus 4 parts car, with all new components, shortened to 84-inch wheelbase and narrowed to 47-inch track, to match the D-size Devin "295" body. The engine is a Formula Ford type 1600 crossflow Cortina Ford from a 1975 Morgan 4/4. in go-kart form, the Devin weighs only 1,072 lbs., with fuel.
Currently, the Devin go-kart has become the Devin marionette. The front and rear sections are suspended from the ceiling so that I can position each separately as I plan and fabricate the interior panels and mounting structure.
I wanted to fully sort out the mechanics and tweak the seat, pedal and steering locations before I made the aluminum interior panels and mounted the body. I've made a temporary plywood foot box and added temporary lights, mirror and Brooklands windscreen -- it's fully legal with antique plate and insurance. As the photo shows, it's great fun to drive the Devin go-kart to Cars & Coffee!
The chassis is a resurrection of my '59 Morgan Plus 4 parts car, with all new components, shortened to 84-inch wheelbase and narrowed to 47-inch track, to match the D-size Devin "295" body. The engine is a Formula Ford type 1600 crossflow Cortina Ford from a 1975 Morgan 4/4. in go-kart form, the Devin weighs only 1,072 lbs., with fuel.
Currently, the Devin go-kart has become the Devin marionette. The front and rear sections are suspended from the ceiling so that I can position each separately as I plan and fabricate the interior panels and mounting structure.
Devin Panhards are coming out of the woodwork! Here is Patrick Guzowski's car.
John Mood's recently discovered Devin Panhard
Good News! The Devin C cars will be shown at the Quail this year.
Thank you to all that have made this happen!
John Priddy's Devin C is ready for the show and look'n good!!
The newest addition to the Devin family, Geoffrey Hacker's 1953 Jowett Jupiter Special
Now it is possible that it is not a Devin, but a Byers CR90. The CR90 is super close in shape, and I have heard that it was made with molds taken from a Devin. Similarly to how the Devin was made from splashes off an Ermini. For more on That see Geoff's website- Link
If you haven't, check out his website: www.forgottenfiberglass.com
Mark Clapp's new singlet windscreens and headlight covers
I make the singlet windscreen in 3/16" thickness crack proof plastic so they will be stable at speed. They can be fastened down with L-braces, across the bottom. Available in 8 1/2" and 9" tall vertically. $60 each or $120/pair. You can reach Mark at (816)286-6982 or [email protected]
Paul Ziller's Devin Triumph is a stunner
The car is almost finished. It is based on a Triumph TR6. It has a race engine with triple Weber carbs and D type wheels.
Michael Eckart and Markus Peter's Adventure
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Michael and Markus in the historic Gaisburg Race in Salzburg, Austria. I have been to Salzburg and it was a beautiful sight even without these cars. I can't imagine.
Great old photo from Frank Cornell
This is Jim Chaffee's Pink Elephant Devin special at Daytona in 1969
1959 Devin Buick Special for sale at Fantasy Junction
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This period-built Devin special is being sold for $89,500
Great photo of Jim Derich and his Devin D with Porsche power
Jim Derich in the Corkscrew at Laguna Seca
Michael J. Eckart and Markus Peter's Devin D restoration is looking good!
Devin Parts For Sale From Gregg Blue [email protected]
Devin Valve Covers- CHEVY SHORT BLOCK STAGGERED HOLE $450
Devin D/C Top Bows $750
Devin D/C Battery Cover $100
New Windshields Now Available for your Devin C, D, & SS
I would like to thank Brian Miller for his great work on this! Please click the link to see how to get yours.
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Dennis Kazmerowski racing his Devin D at ROLEX MONTEREY MOTORSPORTS REUNION
Pictures from David Zaveetsky. David owns and races "The Pink Elephant V".
The car is a very fast Devin-Healey-Chev Special. It has also been known to beat a Devin SS now and again.
Chris Kellner is the new owner of a 1956 Devin Healey. Welcome!
The chassis is a 1956 Austin Healey 100 (Series BN2)
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George Cooper's Devin MG
Here is a shot of George racing his Devin at a famous Scottish hillclimb called Bo'ness. The car just came out of a restoration and looks great!
Thanks for the pictures Marcel Lammere'e! Great looking Devin D Porsche
Marcel driving in an Italian rally
Great architecture
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Tight squeeze in France
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Jim Weddle's Devin SS is getting ready for The Colorado Grand
New Devin Emblems!
Valve cover and hood Emblems from Gregg Blue. If you interested contact him here.
Christian Reichardt and his Devin go to Joshua Tree, California
New headlight covers
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Mark Clapp is making headlight covers for your Devin. He can make them for any Devin body style too. They seem very reasonably priced at $80.00/Pair. Give him a call at (816) 286-6982 or [email protected]
Looking for history
If anyone knows anything about this car please let me know. If you have a picture of the rear end of the Mangham-Davis car please share it with me. Thanks, Kreg
I know of an old Devin-Chevy Special here in Colorado Springs, and have been trying to trace it's history for the owner.
Because of the unusual chassis, I have reason to believe that this may be the "missing" Mangham-Davis car from Dallas, ca. 1957-59.
Your website has a brief article about the latter car, and mentions an old magazine article that showed this car.
I think that this article would prove or disprove my theory, but how to track it down?
Any help appreciated.
Dan Wilson
Colorado springs, CO
I know of an old Devin-Chevy Special here in Colorado Springs, and have been trying to trace it's history for the owner.
Because of the unusual chassis, I have reason to believe that this may be the "missing" Mangham-Davis car from Dallas, ca. 1957-59.
Your website has a brief article about the latter car, and mentions an old magazine article that showed this car.
I think that this article would prove or disprove my theory, but how to track it down?
Any help appreciated.
Dan Wilson
Colorado springs, CO
SS added to the registry
Gorgeous Devin SS SR 4-9 of Jim Widdle of St. Louis, MO added to the Devin Registry
The previous owner bought it in 1999 (from Bill Devin) as a major project after Bill himself had rescued it from a guy in north Phoenix in 1979. It was completely restored starting in 1999, then raced extensively, appearing at the Monterey Historics 6 times up to about 2009.
The previous owner bought it in 1999 (from Bill Devin) as a major project after Bill himself had rescued it from a guy in north Phoenix in 1979. It was completely restored starting in 1999, then raced extensively, appearing at the Monterey Historics 6 times up to about 2009.
Devin SS Update
Devin SS Prototype
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Devin SS rear
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Alex Quattlebaum's Devin SS prototype car is getting ready to race!
Video of Alex Quattlebaum's other Devin SS racing in Europe
Did someone say Devin drag racer?
Just as I had been thinking about drag racing Devin's, Ron Zavarella contacted me about his father's car. I had this photo on the site for years without knowing it's story. - "Hello, I'm writing to you 50 years after the fact but my experience with the Devin revolves around Drag Racing. The car owned and driven by Marion Walton held the NHRA record in the early '60's. My Dad Savin, purchased this car from an ad in the back of the National Dragster. I remember the car was out of Louisiana and was trailered all the way up to Hartford, CT. The car needed extensive work but we completely did it over. It was then driven By my older brother Dick Zavarella during the '65 - '66 season. Above you will see it with a silver paint job coming off the line at York U S 30 against an early T Bird. More pics show it in the gravel covered pits at Indy with the name A-GO-GO car #1107 and another shot with the Jack Merkel built 327 coming through the cowl. I also know the owner /driver of "Old Grandad" And yes, I'm still racing."- Ron Zavarella More on the Featured Cars page
Devin A-GO-GO at Indy
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Jack Merkel built 327
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Devin drag racer body sold
This Devin drag car body was found in NJ sitting on top of an out building. It probably raced in the Late 50's - early 1960's at Atco Raceway. This was my local track growing up in South Jersey. I would take my Grand National down to race on street nights. Good times. I called the owner to see if I could buy it, but it was just sold and on its way to North Carolina. My wife will be happy.
Richard Boone's Devin in Norway?
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Christian Bjørtomt contacted me to share his Devin restoration and see if I knew any history on his car. As soon as I saw that blue and white paint scheme, I thought It's the Richard Boone Devin Monza Porsche! I started doing research on the car immediately and I conveniently already owned the Motor trend magazine it was featured in. It said, "The early Devin Monza body was installed over a Porsche 356 Speedster chassis." The 356 chassis checks out from a visual inspection, but the SN # was removed when imported and then reassigned in Norway. According to my old Motor Trend Magazine, Bill Devin actually mounted the body for Mr. Boone. Then, I was told that the car was rumored to have been burned up in Boone's house fire. I located and talked to his Son who was too young and couldn't remember either way. After a bunch of digging, I discoverer and old news paper article saying that the car was spared. Just when I thought it was positively the car, I was then told about a very similar car owned by Clark Smith on a 356 chassis. Clark Smith made a racing video series called "Hay Bales and Asphalt". If anyone knows him or anything about his Devin please contact me. What ever car this is, it is a gorgeous Devin with awesome Porsche guts. It doesn't get much better. Very cool car. Thank you for sharing Christian.
Clark Smith's Hay Bales and Asphalt
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Car saved from fire
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Headlight Covers for Devins
Mark Clapp can make headlight covers for your Devin. He is asking only $80 a pair. Best deal going. If interested shoot him an email- [email protected] or give him a call (816) 286-6982. Charles Fitzgibbons is a happy customer.
SS body special
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SS body special
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The Devin / Ermini Connection
John Priddy shared this Interesting article from VELOCETODAY and his follow up comment is below.
Thanks for post a very informative article on the Ermini 357. That car has been a fascination for me until now. I was a friend of Bill Devin and have a Devin C, the Corvair powered model. When I was restoring my C, Bill sold me a new replacement fiberglass body. On the way to the shop that made the body, I talked to Bill about the Ermini connection. He claimed that the fiberglass ‘splash’ he took off the Ermini was the rear fender where that beautiful knife edge integrates with the rest of the body. That said, he was a friend of Jimmy Orr so it’s not hard to imagine where the donor car may have come from. The first Devin bodies, of which he sold ‘thousands’, did in fact look like very much like an Ermini. However, the later complete Devin SS and the D and C models had a body that evolved from and were very different from the 295 bodies as Bill called them.
Bill traveled to Italy with the intention of purchasing a car from Enzo to race LeMans I believe it was 1952. I have pictures from that trip that Bill took so I’m inclined to believe his version of what happened. He wanted to purchase prior years’ grand prix cars, have them re-bodied, and sell them in the US. He then went to Scaglietti and arranged to have bodies made. However once Luigi Chinetti found out what was about to happen he sent Devin packing, stating that “Ferrari doesn’t sell used cars!” Bill imported several Ferrari’s, one of which ended up on the cover of Road & Track magazine. Jon Von Neuman and Masten Gregory were some of the buyers that bought and raced Ferrari’s that Bill imported.
SOLD! Devin Windshield + More
I'd like to thank Chris for helping others get their Devin's back on the road.
Devin Polo Shirt
John Priddy thank you very much for the Devin kids shirt! It really made my day.-Kreg
Devin C gets a new owner!
Brian Miller is the new owner of Tom Schrum's fantastic C. I hear it's fast!
ebay 1959 Devin Special big body
1955 Jaguar XK140 Devin S817234
At Watkins Glen. Photo Credit- William Rowed
Terry Watson's Devin D restoration project
I have started a major restoration. I will be installing a Porsche 1600cc flat 4 with 250HP along with a transmission that goes with it. I am looking for Guages, lights ,door latches, windshield. Side curtains and a convertible Top. If anyone can help Terry out please email him at [email protected]
Terry's other car- 1958 Devin Chevrolet "Special" Vintage Race car
Corvair Devin special submitted by Richard Brunelli
This is a Devin special with a Corvair motor which my Father built in 1962. It's been garaged for 52 years and I have started up and driven around the block at least once per year. I'm thinking about selling her. If any one is interested please contact me by email. [email protected]
Kevin Callahan's 1957 Devin Chevy Special
Kevin Callahan's 1957 Devin Chevy Special
As raced by David Jahmiak
Kevin is looking for information on his Devin special. The garage
picture shows the car in the mid-90s when Lilo Beuzieron of Hollywood
California owned it, and sold it to David Jahmiak of LaCrosse Wisconsin. At one time in its life a wide body modification was done to the body and the front had a Maserati 450 modification. He would like restore this back to the way it ran back in 57- 62. Please email Kevin if you have any information on it.
Thanks,
Kreg
[email protected]
picture shows the car in the mid-90s when Lilo Beuzieron of Hollywood
California owned it, and sold it to David Jahmiak of LaCrosse Wisconsin. At one time in its life a wide body modification was done to the body and the front had a Maserati 450 modification. He would like restore this back to the way it ran back in 57- 62. Please email Kevin if you have any information on it.
Thanks,
Kreg
[email protected]
Devin Mickey Mouse or Mighty Mouse Special. Anyone know which one?
I received this vintage picture from long time Devin fan Barry Waters.
"It's a shot from the early '60s of my sister and I most probably at either Daytona or Sebring. My family was good friends with SCCA racer Art Huttinger (Bocar, Lister-Chevys, etc) and we were attending a race with him." -Barry
"It's a shot from the early '60s of my sister and I most probably at either Daytona or Sebring. My family was good friends with SCCA racer Art Huttinger (Bocar, Lister-Chevys, etc) and we were attending a race with him." -Barry
Video and photos from Andrea Coriani
Devin D SN# DD 5-12 from Italy (w/Porsche Super 90 engine)
Parts for sale
Hello,
I used to own Devin Monza 007. That car sold a couple of years ago at Mecum Monterey for a world record 111,000.00 U.S.D.
I offered the new owner the original parts that were removed from the car when the car suspension and brakes were changed over to race disc brakes and new style suspension. The car also had a 5 speed transmission installed in the car as well. I have the Original parts for sale for $5,000 dollars. That would include the 1957 Alfa engine, the original suspension from the car, the Alfin/bendix race drum brakes, a new rear body section, a new R.H.D headrest, a new R.H.D. windscreen, and much more. If someone is wanting to build a Devin this would be a good start. -Tnx, Guy [email protected]
I used to own Devin Monza 007. That car sold a couple of years ago at Mecum Monterey for a world record 111,000.00 U.S.D.
I offered the new owner the original parts that were removed from the car when the car suspension and brakes were changed over to race disc brakes and new style suspension. The car also had a 5 speed transmission installed in the car as well. I have the Original parts for sale for $5,000 dollars. That would include the 1957 Alfa engine, the original suspension from the car, the Alfin/bendix race drum brakes, a new rear body section, a new R.H.D headrest, a new R.H.D. windscreen, and much more. If someone is wanting to build a Devin this would be a good start. -Tnx, Guy [email protected]
John Stull's '57 Devin
New videos added. Thanks, David Stull
Devin construction
Construction of the Devin started in the year 1957. Then life became important, so the Devin was finished about 1990. Being the original builder and a lot older, I still enjoy driving and working on the car.
Devin body
The body was Devin (T) type, for American components, with a 96 inch. Wheel base and tread width of 60 + inches. I had to modify the body to except the 56 inch. Tread width the frame was welded for. The reason being the frame was already welded for a smaller body. The waiting time for delivery of the body was 1 year, so I found a used body $200.00
Frame
The frame used was a 1955 Chev., lighting and added cross members to increase stiffness. Engine mounted 6 inch to the right side of car.
Suspension front
1955 Chev. With QA1 coil over, and tubular sway bar.
Suspension rear
1955 Chev. solid axial shorting 6 inch. ( one side only) with four trailer arms and watts linkage, QA1 coil over, with tubular sway bar, 4-11 ratio pos-traction and limited movement straps.
Brakes front
Air cooled 1955 drum brakes
Brakes rear
1955 Chev. Drum brakes with cockpit portion valve. Duel master cyl. With hydraulic Clutch assembly (lightweight fabrication)
Steering
Rack and pinion with 2.5 turns lock to lock
Motor
!958 Chev. 283 # 3737739 bored .060 over, cam Duntov #3736098, with solid lifters, heads reworked # 3731554, Alum. Bell housing with adj. dowel pins, flywheel 11 inch alum., trans. Alum. Housing T10 4 speed Borg-Warner with lighting gears. Alum. Drive shaft. Intake manifold Eledbrock 3x2 modified for increase air flow, with cold air through a K.N. filter. Ignition, Mallary Promaster coil with electronic trigger through 440 solid copper wires. Jegs aluminum radiator with fan. D.C 12 v generator. Lightweight high torque starter. Lightweight (13 lbs) rear mounted battery with master cutoff switch. Custom made exhaust into 3 inch side pipes. Large capacity oil pan (7quarts). High vol. high pressure oil pump. Start up prelub system.
Fuel system
12 Gal fuel cell,with Carter electric fuel pump. All fuel lines and fittings are A.N. Rollover and tilt switch added for safety.
Safety
5 point seat belts, roll bar 1.5 dia. x .125 thickness
General specifications
Total weight 2100 lbs with 170lb driver and half tank gas. Weight distribution right front 552 lbs, left front 552 lbs., left rear 476lbs. right rear 476 lbs. with 170 driver and ½ tank gas. Car is titled inspected and tagged in Pa. with about 8,000 miles, Auto cross raced and 12.8 ¼ mile on chassis dyno.
Hal Duffy is looking for his old Devin Special
"Last I heard the car was in Belgium." If you know of the car email Hal HERE
I first acquired this car in 1965. The "D" sized kit body was mounted on a TR-3 chassis. In 1976, the old chassis was abandoned and a new one created to tie together a Ford V6 motor, Triumph front suspension, and Datsun IRS rear suspension. A bit of Autocross experience led to replacing the wire wheels with two-piece light-weights and good adhesion tires. The car was featured in Kit Car Magazine, ruining my argument that this is a Special Construction and not a kit car. -Hal Duffy
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Hal Duffy's Devin Roadster featured in Kit Car Magazine
Gauge art Free Gauge face art from the source!
Speedo and Tach faces download the PDF below! Gregg Blue passed these on from Tom Schrum. If you use them please thank them both!
They are sized for SW, but can be scaled down fort VDO and can be printed on sticky backed vinyl.
They are sized for SW, but can be scaled down fort VDO and can be printed on sticky backed vinyl.
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Aloha! Gregg Blue's personal car show
Ben Russell's "Veness Special" (more in featured cars)
Veness Special in the Westwood pits circa 1969
Roberto Ostinet's gorgeous Devin MGA Special in US race colors
Roberto is looking for a Devin steering wheel and gauges to complete his car. Please E-mail me if you know of anything available. -Kreg [email protected]
Dennis Kaz's Devin at the Monterey Historics
