 GTM 40TR |
There's a new ultra-light car on the block -- and it's very affordable.
Following a good reception at Autosport last week, GTM has decided to build a road legal version of the 40TR. Another motivation is because it's the company's 40th anniversary.
Powered by a two-litre 220bhp Type R Honda engine that can also run on bio-fuel, the 650kg car's said to achieve 0-60mph in under four seconds and to hit a top speed of over 150mph. It features an exposed aluminium superstructure and has - er - challenging looks.
The two-seater will be on the tarmac by the summer, while customers for the original track and race models have only to wait until mid-March.
GTM Cars, which employs eight people at its Coventry based headquarters has invested £250,000 to bring the project to fruition and has designed the 40TR in conjunction with another local company, Stadco Engineering.
The 40TR which is expected to cost a very reasonable £14,000 to £16,000, and is the fourth model in GTM’s stable, sitting alongside the Ballista, launched at Autosport 2006. That model also starts production in June this year.
The Libra sports car was launched in 1998 and the Spyder convertible was launched in 2002.
GTM boss Lloyd Taylor said: “We are delighted with the enthusiastic response to a road legal version of the GTM 40TR from visitors to Autosport. Along with the track and race version it will offer enthusiasts something different with its ultra light construction. It is extremely fast and superb value for money -- and it’s made in the Midlands.”
It may not be pretty but when you're driving it, why would you care? Watch out Ariel Atom...
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