1970 March 703 Formula 3
- Engine
- 1.0L
The March 703-7 (chassis AM70-11) is the seventh example of the 703 model, itself a refined successor to the 693 — the first Formula 3 car produced by March Engineering. Built in 1970 and originally delivered to Swedish driver Leif Hallgren in orange with black stripes, it raced in the UK before competing in the Swedish F3 Championship. It has since passed through several hands, was restored by Jon Waggitt, and achieved three second-place finishes at Goodwood Members Meetings driven by Peter Needham.
Ownership
- 2019-02-23Auction saleSold £40,000 (≈ $50K)
- 1970 →Factory deliveryLeif Hallgrenpartial documentation
Original recipient of the car when new; ran it in orange with black stripes, first in the UK and then in the Swedish F3 Championship.
- Date unknownJeremy Bouckleypartial documentation
One of several subsequent owners mentioned as part of the car's later ownership chain.
- Date unknownTony Keelpartial documentation
One of several subsequent owners mentioned as part of the car's later ownership chain.
Competition
- 1970UK Formula 3 races (3 events)Driver: Leif Hallgren
The car made three race appearances in the UK shortly after delivery before being taken to Sweden.
- 1970Swedish Formula 3 ChampionshipSwedish Formula 3 ChampionshipDriver: Leif Hallgren
Competed in the Swedish domestic F3 series after its UK outings.
- 20182018 Goodwood Members MeetingDriver: Peter Needham
Most recent competition appearance; car has been correctly stored since this event.
- —Goodwood Members MeetingDriver: Peter Needham2nd (on three occasions)
The car was invited to every modern Goodwood Members Meeting it was eligible for, achieving three second-place finishes under Peter Needham.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2018Service
Car was properly prepared for winter storage following its last outing, where it has remained unused since.
- —RestorationJon Waggitt
Full restoration carried out, including fitting of a Jeremy Bennett engine noted for its reliability. A straight-through exhaust pipe and spare nosecone were also acquired.
Restoration brought the car to its current competition-ready specification used at Goodwood Members Meetings.
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