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EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 22 MIN

When Fred met OSCA: A tale of two Maseratis

from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host International Motor Racing Research Center

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, delves into the brief racing history of two Maserati IndyCars brought to New Zealand and their identity issues. The presentation by Trevor Lister, narrated by Revel Arroway, follows Fred Zambuca and his family's racing endeavors post-World War II. Initially racing with a DeSoto Special, Fred eventually acquired and raced two HCLT IndyCars. The episode discusses Fred's modest racing success, the technical and historical conundrums related to the car engines, and the significant roles these cars played in both New Zealand and international motorsports. Finally, the episode touches on Trevor Lister's extensive background in automotive design and his contributions to documenting motor racing history. This episode was narrated on behalf of Trevor Lister by Revel Arroway from You're Listening to Radio Revel Podcast. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 When Fred Met Asuka: The Journey Begins 01:18 Trevor Lister's Background 02:23 Fred Zambuca's Racing Career 05:31 The 1956 New Zealand Grand Prix 09:16 The 8CTF Family and Engine Identity 16:17 Postscripts and Reflections 20:34 Closing Remarks and Credits ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family. 

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This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, delves into the brief racing history of two Maserati IndyCars brought to New Zealand and their identity issues. The presentation by Trevor Lister, narrated by Revel Arroway, follows Fred Zambuca and his family’s racing endeavors post-World War II. Initially racing with a DeSoto Special, Fred eventually acquired and raced two HCLT IndyCars. The episode discusses Fred’s modest racing success, the technical and historical conundrums related to the car engines, and the significant roles these cars played in both New Zealand and international motorsports. Finally, the episode touches on Trevor Lister’s extensive background in automotive design and his contributions to documenting motor racing history.

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