Tom Green Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 After much deliberation, and not a little regret, I have decided it’s time to sell the V8 beast. The spec, as most of you will know, goes something like this: John Eales developed dry sumped 5.0L Rover V8, developing approx. 400hp on Jenvey TB’s, activated by a Motec data logger ECU. Cosworth T5 gearbox. Tilton triple plate clutch, with hydraulic release. 3.6 LSD. Wilwood front and rear calipers gripping large vented discs on the front. Custom Ohlins shocks. Stack dash provides info to the driver from it’s resting place in a carbon dash panel. Ultra wide track front and rear suspension. Westfield “race” body kit, plus custom rear diffuser allied to a flat floor. Full roll cage. Soft sprint slicks on split rim wheels, 15x10 front, 15x12 rear. Second set of race wets included on second set of wheels. Small “sprint” fuel tank. The covered trailer you are all familiar with is included, as well as any spares that I find lying around. Currently, I am not interested in splitting the car and trailer and selling separately, so don’t ask. I know heritage doesn’t mean too much around here, so I’ll refrain from blathering on about the car’s British GT Racing history in the hands of the late Tony Lanfranchi, among others. Suffice to say that this is a car with a proven pedigree, and is a championship winner in the right hands. Some (rather old) pictures can be seen at Seight.com. The car has had a respray and some new body work since the pics were taken, but you get a rough idea of what’s what. These two pics were taken more recently: And all I’m asking is a mere 14,000 quid, or thereabouts. Due to up coming travel plans, please send any e-mails to blatman@blatman.co.uk. Blatters has kindly offered to forward on any interest as he’ll be able to get hold of me quickly. Thanks. “Uncle” Tom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott beeland Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Brave pilots only need apply Awesome Machine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taffy Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Wow! Looks like loadsa fun for the money! What a beast Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike dB Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Awesome Scott, you know you wants it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Navin Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Having driven this car I can say that yes you do have to be brave when you get in to it but once you are in the drivers seat it is an very well sorted car that is totally rewarding. A great package and a great car to drive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bananaman Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Awesome I normally hate this term (sooo USA) BUT for this machine it seems apropriate... I'm sure the 400hp is only 1/2 the story, wonder what the touque figuers are like.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott beeland Posted November 6, 2004 Share Posted November 6, 2004 Wont be a torque curve.....More like a torque WALL!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 If only I had the money... and somewhere to keep it... b*******... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windy Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Tom, How about doing a raffle, say £20 a ticket, all participants sign a declaration that stipulates it must remain as a club mascott for attendance at shows & motorsport events? Take your cut then all remaining proceeds go to club for Speed Series or to a designated charity. I'm sure there must be enough club members who'd fancy a chance at winning the car? You only need 700 participants to raise the funds, any more is money in the kitty. Just an idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted November 15, 2004 Share Posted November 15, 2004 BTTT... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adhawkins Posted November 15, 2004 Share Posted November 15, 2004 Could I fit a windscreen and bigger fuel tank? Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted November 16, 2004 Share Posted November 16, 2004 Yup, you could.... Not sure that you *should* though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 BTTT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Westy Posted November 29, 2004 Share Posted November 29, 2004 LOL handy word of advice: when acting as a serious agent for the selling of someone else's vehicle, it is best not to use a one line post which by its minimalist content, draws attention to ones signature Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatman Posted November 30, 2004 Share Posted November 30, 2004 Er... wot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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