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This same Ferrari was owned by Jim Hall in 1956 and
driven by Carroll Shelby (who created the Cobra for Ford)
to win The Del Monte Trophy Race, April 22, 1956.
The 750 Monza Ferrari is now owned by Patrick Ottis.
Ecstatic Carroll Shelby won the big race —
The Del Monte Trophy (modified cars over 1500cc)
in his Ferrari racing the 100.8 miles in one hour
24:18 with an average speed of 71.74, with
the fastest time of 102.8 mph, April 22, 1956.
Photos: Julian P. Graham/Loon Hill Studios
