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Ginetta to launch new G40 model at Autosport show 2009
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 11:16 PM |
 Ginetta will use the Autosport Show, which runs from 14-17 January 2010, to launch the new G40, which brings the UK's first multi-platform road-to-race car to market. As well as being fully road legal, the G40 will race in the British Touring Car-supporting Ginetta Junior Championship in 2010 and will also be eligible for a range of other racing categories.
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New Toniq CB Range Launched
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, October 16th, 2009 at 12:15 AM |
 Following a year of intensive development Adrenaline Motorsport are delighted to announce the launch of the brand new Toniq CB range. Using a new state of the art round tube chassis utilising inboard pushrod actuated suspension, the new car has been painstakingly developed to not only offer stunning dynamic performance, but to also be an enjoyable and straightforward build project.
Designed primarily around the Ford Duratec and Kawasaki 1400cc power plants, the Toniq CB range is available in three formats:
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New GT in the Marlin pipeline and 5EXi adds VAG power
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 at 12:46 PM |
 Having decided to become a lifestyle business focusing on racing and low volume sports car production to order, Marlin’s decision to change business tack certainly proved to be fortuitous timing in lieu of the credit crunch and following recession – which sadly we now all know about only to well.
This change has indeed left Marlin in a very strong position to continue not only to produce complete cars and kits, but also has enabled them to develop a whole new sporting model which is expected to be released onto the market early next year.
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50 Years of Marcos in new book by Jem Marsh himself
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, September 25th, 2009 at 09:46 PM |
 MARCOS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS!
One of the most enduring marques, which has become a legend among sports cars, celebrates 50 years in a new pictorial autobiography entitled "Making my Marque" by Jem Marsh, founder of Marcos.
With over 300 photographs, most of them previously unseen, it provides a colourful journey through adversity, excitement and ingenuity, in a business world normally dominated by large corporations.
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Ginetta restructure on the back of International success and head for Le Mans
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, June 7th, 2009 at 09:35 PM |
 Ginetta Cars today announces significant changes to the senior management team which addresses an increase in international demand for the brand.
Richard Dean, Global Sales Ambassador will now concentrate on opening up emerging international markets with a focus on Asia and the Americas. Dean has already been instrumental in establishing Ginetta championships across Europe including Portugal and Spain and was also responsible for the debut of two UK-made G50 cars at the recent Asian Festival of Speed.
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Scooby Power for New V-Storm Variant
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, December 15th, 2008 at 03:24 PM |
 SDR Sportscars has just released news that development is well under way of a new variant of its existing V-Storm component car which will use turbocharged Subaru power!
For those not already familiar with the V-Storm, this car is the brainchild of Simon Dickens, proprietor of SDR Sportscars. The car is based around the increasingly familiar theme of the exo-skeleton type chassis, though it has a number of features which set it apart from the other offerings. The most obvious of which is the three seat cockpit layout which provides not only that single seater race car feel with a central driving position but also a surprising amount of room for the two passengers in a very compact overall package.
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Murtaya road test - Supercar or not?
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, September 7th, 2008 at 09:48 AM |
 Words and pictures by Chris Pickering
There’s nothing quite like the buzz of driving the right car, on the right road, at the right time. Unfortunately you never know when it’s going to occur and frequently the best driving machines are those too extreme, too impractical, for daily use. You find yourself about to drive home in your regular hack on a sunny Friday afternoon thinking “if only I was in the other car…”
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A day with AMS and Arden Automotive
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, August 9th, 2008 at 10:34 PM |
 Words and pictures by Chris Pickering.
Hands up… Who’s been to Cornwall? I have and I can vouch that it’s a long way. Even starting from neighbouring Devon it takes some time to reach the west of the county. If, on the other hand, you happen to be coming from somewhere like London the inevitable procession of caravans between you and the Cornish Riviera can be akin to medieval torture.
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High Performance, Low Insurance
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, May 17th, 2008 at 12:40 AM |
 YOUNGER drivers often seem to get a hard time from insurance companies.
But Marlin can get a 22-year-old on the road, in a two-litre Honda K20-powered 5EXi, for around £600. The premium for a 25-year-old, in the same car, can be as low as £200.
Not bad for a real sportscar with real sportscar performance. And it’s all through a respected specialist insurance broker.
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Stoneleigh 2008 Kit Car Show Report
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, May 12th, 2008 at 11:25 PM |
 Article and Pictures by Chris Pickering
The National Kit Car Motor Show at Stoneleigh is the largest exhibition of its type in the world. It's a Mecca for the UK kit car industry and last weekend thousands flocked to see it. Despite some characteristically British weather there was a good turnout, with plenty of owners taking to the campsite.
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Speed On Wheels Event at Bruntingthorpe
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 10:48 PM |
Limelight Exhibitions are putting on a new kit car event for 2008 at Bruntingthorpe. This is what they have to say about it.
"For legitimate speed and thrills on four wheels, Leicestershire this July is the place to be as a weekend of motoring thrills takes place at Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July 2008. Star of Scrapheap Challenge and 80’s science-fiction sit-com Red Dwarf Robert Llewellyn will be opening the event at 10am on Saturday 5 July. Robert will also be compèring during the two-day event.
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Caterham Superlight R500 goes like stink - in summary
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 at 10:56 PM |
 The whole unveiling PR was somewhat ridiculous with Caterham showing us sneak peeks of their new R500 prior to the official release. It turned out that the Caterham Superlight R500 looks like any other Caterham that has come before it. Why did they bother with this angle?
The R500 is about performance, about making it as light as possible, giving it exquisite handling, mental amounts of power and grip. Cut the crap next time Caterham and just cut to the chase.
Here is what they have to say about the new Superlight R500.
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Murtaya to run the 2009 All Nippon Challenge
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, April 21st, 2008 at 10:28 PM |
 Adrenaline Motorsport are delighted to announce that the Murtaya has been accepted to run within the 2008 All Nippon Challenge and plans are underway to run a class for Murtaya race cars within the 2009 All Nippon Challenge.
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Classic kitcars at Stoneleigh 2008 kit car show
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, April 21st, 2008 at 10:15 PM |
 A stand has been reserved for HISTORIC SPECIALS AND CLASSIC KIT CARS built before 1973 at the National Kit Car Motor Show, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire on Sunday May 4th and Monday May 5th. Organiser of the stand Tony Stanton intends to fill the stand with 1950s/1960s specials such as ROCHDALE, FAIRTHORPE, TORNADO, ASHLEY, FALCON and any one-off specials and also early kit cars like TURNER, TVR, LOTUS, MARCOS, ELVA, TRIDENT, PIPER, GILBERN, DAVRIAN, the idea to show current kit car owners how the industry first started in the 1950s and 1960s.
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A day with the Piper GTR
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, March 13th, 2008 at 10:39 PM |
 Article By Chris Pickering
What would you say is the most evocative race in Motorsport? The Indy 500? The Monaco grand prix perhaps? For many, one race stands above all others in motorsport; a festival of speed and endurance that has run for more than 80 years. It is of course Le 24 Heures du Mans and of the many cars to have competed there, few are as dramatic and exciting as the prototype racers of the late 60s. Amongst the GT40s and Porsche 917s competing in 1969 sat a car called the Piper GTR. Now a small firm in Essex is producing hand built replicas of this little known sports racer.
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Marlin to offer complete racing support packages
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, January 19th, 2008 at 12:26 AM |
 Following their success on the circuit last season, Marlin are now offering complete race support packages to other drivers. Marlin, who have been designing and building sportscars for 17 years, successfully campaigned two of their Honda-powered 5EXi sportscars in the 2007 Castle Combe Special GT Championship. Now they are offering a complete race support package to anyone planning to enter the Castle Combe championship in 2008.
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Bright future for Proteus Cars and the C-Type
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, January 12th, 2008 at 10:59 AM |
 Proteus Cars have been purchased by rival sports car manufacturer Enduro Cars. With a complete management team changeover and location, Matt Beverley and Jayne Goddard lead a highly professional team producing, for now, the iconic Jaguar XK 120 C (more commonly known as the 'C Type' Jag.) Future plans include production of: D-Type, Light Weight E , C-Type Coupe, Aston Martin DB3S, SS100, XKSS so the new team of managers is going to be bringing some exciting machinery forward. But the C Type is at the heart of the range – popular as it is with all Jaguar sports enthusiasts.
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New track events for the 2008 kit car calendar
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, January 10th, 2008 at 11:28 PM |
 Limelight Exhibitions is putting the spotlight firmly on track days this year as it unveils plans for a brand new action-packed two-day event at Bruntingthorpe Airfield in Leicestershire on 5th and 6th July.
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MEV announce the new R2
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 at 10:53 PM |
 Article by Chris Pickering.
As we reach the end of 2007 every potential kit car builder must be asking themselves what they’d like for Christmas. The new R2 from Mills Extreme Vehicles (otherwise know as MEV) may not quite fit in your stocking, but this compact roadster is claimed to be the easiest car on the market to build; ensuring that even complete novices could be up and running in time to collect next years tree.
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GTM Cars joins forces with Potenza sports cars
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, December 6th, 2007 at 11:15 PM |
 GTM Sports Cars Ltd has joined forces with the owners of Westfield Sportscars parent company Potenza Sports Cars, in a move which is to herald an ongoing acquisition trail. With the resulting combined research and performance enhancing technology Potenza promises a range of vehicles which will provide the ultimate driving experience and place the niche car industry firmly onto the worldwide stage.
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Great Western Kit & Car Builder Show Highlights
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, November 25th, 2007 at 11:27 PM |
 Written by Chris Pickering
For the past 13 years Westpoint Arena on the outskirts of Exeter has played host to ‘The Great Western Kit & Car Builder Show’. This year the entire hall was packed with manufacturers, accessories and trade stands; whilst outside Westfield were offering fright-rides to potential customers and Neil Porter was wowing the crowds with his Superbike Stunt Show. The weather – changeable on Saturday and downright torrential on Sunday – did little to dampen people's spirits, with everyone we spoke to declaring the show a great success. There was a whole raft of interesting vehicles on display from across the kit car spectrum, including some notable launches and fresh news on many recent designs.
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Ultima GTR destroys BBC Top Gear lap record
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, October 27th, 2007 at 11:48 AM |
 Kit car manufacturer Ultima Sports Ltd have this week celebrated their 15th year anniversary in style by obliterating the Top Gear TV Lap Record by over four and a half seconds in their standard production Ultima GTR720 road car, a record previously held by the Swedish Koenigsegg CXX.
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Scorpion GTZ (250 GTO replica) to show at Exeter
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, September 10th, 2007 at 10:31 PM |
 OM Sportscars are pleased to announce that we will be showing their Scorpion GTZ show Car at the 'Great Western Kit and Car Builder Show' at the Exeter Showground, 17th & 18th November 2007.
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Murtaya Blitzes 0-60 Challenge At Trax
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, September 9th, 2007 at 10:04 PM |
 Engine Tuner Ltd proprietor Alan Jeffery, the factory appointed engine builder for the Murtaya sportscar, took the current demonstrator car to the Trax 2007 car show at Silverstone on Sunday 2nd September.
In front of over 40,000 attending spectators the Murtaya finished an incredible second overall in the 0-60mph challenge, being pitted against some of the countries leading tuned cars as well as many members of the Gumball 3000 Club driving everything from Porsches Carrera GT’s to Ferrari 430 and Lamborghini Gallardo’s.
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Adrenaline Murtaya goes Carbon
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, June 5th, 2007 at 09:02 PM |
 Cornish manufacturer Adrenaline Motorsport has been commissioned to build a special carbon fibre version of its stunning Murtaya roadster.
The news comes in the wake of an excellent first Stoneliegh Show for the company.
“It’s always been our intention to build a carbon version of the Murtaya as we have laminators experienced in that field,” said company MD Neil Yates, “But one of our customers has pre empted us somewhat. This car will be going to Canada as a comprehensive kit and is scheduled to be built into a car for the Targa Newfoundland rally in September.”
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Adrenaline Motorsport Track News
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, June 5th, 2007 at 08:51 PM |
 With the spirit ‘de La Sarthe’ running through the veins of everyone at Adrenaline Motorsport the company have a special offer for clients during the month of June.
Everyone placing a £500 reservation fee for a Murtaya package during the month of June 2007 (modular or comprehensive kit, rolling chassis or fully built vehicle) will receive FREE Le Mans camping and entry tickets for the 2008 race. In addition the first 5 orders placed will also receive a FREE ferry crossing for their car (even if their Murtaya is not finished in time for the trip!).
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Toniqr going to Le Mans
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, June 5th, 2007 at 08:48 PM |
 Toniq report that it’s been another busy month for the company. Toniq chairman Colin Williams takes up what's been going on.
"We have been out on the roads in the new registered Duratec, fulfilling road tests for customers avoiding the many Minis and VW’s that took residence over the bank holiday weekends.
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SDR V-Storm to debut at Stoneleigh kit car show
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, May 3rd, 2007 at 11:32 PM |
 Simon Dickens, managing director of the company and his team have been
working flat out to bring the car to the National Kitcar Show at Stoneleigh this
weekend. Plenty of midnight oil has been burnt in preparing the prototype
vehicle for the show. And whilst the car won’t be complete, it will most
definitely show off the high levels of design, engineering and quality
craftsmanship that have gone into the project at every stage.
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Entry to Murtaya ownership now made easier
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, April 29th, 2007 at 10:33 PM |
 Following a successful launch and a busy winter of track and road tests Adrenaline Motorsport are pleased to announce a new, easier route to Murtaya ownership.
It will now be possible to begin building the Murtaya from as little as £5995 plus VAT!
Utilizing the modular build concept the Road Specification Murtaya kit has been sub divided into three logical stages; stage 1, rolling chassis, stage 2, bodywork plus and stage 3, trim and finishing.
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Sun, fun and 2 smoking kit car shows
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, April 20th, 2007 at 10:53 PM |
 The DJ Sportscars open day and the Detling kit car show fell within a week of each other and kicked off the 2007 kit car season in style.
As always seems to be the case DJ ordered the weather for their open day on Easter Friday and it brought out plenty of Tojeiro and Rush owners to show off their pride and joys. The day also saw a bit of a rarity in the form of a Dax Kamala.
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Win a GTM Libra or Spyder Starter Kit Worth £4500
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, March 16th, 2007 at 11:37 PM |
 GTM are running a competition to win a Libra or Spyder Starter Kit, here's what they say;
"Get your hands on a GTM Libra or Spyder starter Kit……yes! we are offering the winner of our ‘text to win’ competition a brand new starter kit worth £4500. You can choose either a Libra or Spyder model and a body colour of your choice.
It’s easy to win this fantastic prize just answer the following question and send in your text. You can enter as many times as you like and the winner will be selected at random from the correct entries. This competition is open to people resident in the UK and 18 years old or over."
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Kit Cars at the International Historic Motorsport Show
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, March 16th, 2007 at 08:44 AM |
 Watch a Westfield XI being assembled; see Chevron's first road car; or take a test drive!
Westfield, Chevron, Morgan and Marcos are 'instant' classics - with the benefits of a modern motor, but the presence of a classic sports-racer.
All four manufacturers have something very special to show visitors to Race Retro, the International Historic Motorsport Show, at Stoneleigh Park from 23-25 March 2007.
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MEV to offer 320bhp option for R3 and Rocket models
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, March 8th, 2007 at 12:15 AM |
Mills Extreme Vehicles Ltd announce a new engine option for those with deep pockets and a desire to be the fastest on the tarmac.
Now available as an option for the R3 and forthcoming Rocket models is the 320 BHP turbo charged 2000cc Duratec unit. Yes 320 BHP with a Garrett roller bearing turbo charger.
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Adrenaline Motorsport Trackday roundup
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, March 8th, 2007 at 12:08 AM |
Adrenaline Motorsport held their first exclusive track day on Saturday 24th February, an event which proved to be a great success.
Approximately 40 customers and guests arrived at a windblown, damp circuit to be ushered round by Adrenaline staff, many sampling the Murtaya 4WD supercar for the first time and also being the first to witness the car’s stunning new blue paint finish.
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Retroforza Italia production under way
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, February 24th, 2007 at 09:44 PM |
 Retroforza announce that production has started and that Italia Sports Car bodies are rolling out. Retroforza are currently taking orders for week beginning 2nd April 2007.
Deposit is just £100 with payment of balance by cheque in advance or cash on the day.
Retroforza can also deliver the kit to you at a cost per mile.
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Makeover for Adrenaline Murtaya demonstrator
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, February 21st, 2007 at 06:16 PM |
 They say that springtime is the time for a good clearout, a good clean and the time for a change.
Well, there’s been change aplenty at Adrenaline Motorsport since last year.
In anticipation of a crowded and hectic show and trackday season the mould breaking Adrenaline Murtaya demonstrator, the 4 wheel drive roadster based on the Subaru Impreza that received a 10 out of 10 rating in a respected magazine road test last month, has received a stunning makeover.
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MEV to launch Rocket at Stoneleigh Kit Car Show
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, February 18th, 2007 at 11:13 PM |
 MEV ROCKET An alternative to the iconic “Seven” is now under development and will be launched at Stoneleigh 2007.
This new car is based on modern running gear from the Ford Focus and is aimed fairly and squarely at the first time builder on a low budget.
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Exclusive Adrenaline Motorsport and Toniq track day
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, January 27th, 2007 at 08:28 AM |
In an effort to stave off the winter blues, and also as an excuse for a jolly good day out, Adrenaline Motorsport and Toniq are joining forces for a track day at Llandow near Cardiff.
Set to take place on Saturday 24th February, from 10.00 am until 4.00pm the companies have exclusive use of the Welsh motorsport facility to demonstrate the stunning Murtaya and Toniq R sportscars.
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Catch the Adrenaline Motorsports Murtaya throughout 2007
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, January 24th, 2007 at 11:03 PM |
 If you've been following the progress of the Murtaya by Adrenaline Motorsports (see previous news releases on Madabout-Kitcars.com) but havn't quite managed to see it in the flesh yet then the press release from the company will be of interest to you as it outlines the planned events the Murtaya will feature at.
Adrenaline do point out that this is a provisional calender so contact the company first for confirmation if a particular event gets your attention.
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Which Kit Car Mag changes hands
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, January 6th, 2007 at 11:18 PM |
Press release from Which Kit Car Magazine, Ian Stent.
"We're very excited to tell you that on the 3rd January 2007 Which Kit Car?
magazine was sold by Kit Cars Ltd to Performance Publishing Ltd, a company established by Ian Stent and Justin Williams."
"Many of you will know me from my long association with the magazine, having been editor of Which Kit? for much of the nineties. Justin also runs Grapevine Print and Design, the company which has done the high quality design work for the magazine over the last eight years."
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A V-Storm is Coming
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, December 26th, 2006 at 02:32 PM |
 Over the last year SDR Sportcars has been quietly busy designing the V-Storm, a new and exciting 3 seat sportscars with a central driving position.
Simon Dickens the Managing Director of SDR Sportscars put his ideas to Simon keys of First Principle Design, who has then been able to turn them into a reality and bring the V-Storm to its current form. Simon Keys designed the chassis in CAD, his background and experience being gained in the mainstream vehicle engineering and design field, working on projects for the likes of Ford, Jaguar and Volkswagen to mention just a few. Simon worked initially at MIRA in vehicle safety engineering and testing, and much of this learning has been applied to the V-Storm in the design of the structure and packaging of components.
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The Kit Car Industry's Biggest Player Westfield Sold to Potenza Sports Cars
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, December 5th, 2006 at 12:02 AM |
 Westfield Sportscars, the backbone of the kit car industry for 24 years, has been acquired by Potenza Sports Cars Limited creating a unique opportunity to take the development of the company to new exciting levels.
Westfield was founded by Chris Smith producing Lotus XI replicas. Over the past 24 years Chris Smith has built the company to produce high specification, quality cars with introducing European legislative requirements, such as impact and seat belt anchorage testing.
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Murtaya - Enthusiastic first impressions by Mark Sansby
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, November 21st, 2006 at 11:09 PM |
 When I visited Adrenaline Motorsport last week I was given the opportunity to be taken out for a drive. Well it’s not the sort of thing you turn down now, is it?
The first thing is getting in. No handles here. The driver has a remote button on the key fob and there are buttons on the dash to open each door. Getting in, you lower yourself into the Cobra bucket seats and strap into a 5 point harness. A bit extreme for the road?? Well you certainly ain’t movin’ far.
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2007 Motorsport Safety Fund Lecture delivered by Sid Watkins
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, November 21st, 2006 at 10:52 PM |
Professor Sid Watkins will deliver the 2007 Motorsport Safety Fund 'Watkins Lecture' on Friday 12 January at the Autosport International Show, NEC Birmingham.
This popular annual event is named after Professor Watkins - F1's safety pioneer - who made the very first presentation. Who better, then, than the man himself to deliver the tenth anniversary lecture?
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Mamba C23R powers through first racing season
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, November 3rd, 2006 at 12:21 AM |
 The C23R, Mamba Motorsport’s new sports racing car for 2006, is having a very successful debut season in Sports Racing and GT series around the UK.
With only one race remaining for the factory-supported car, the new C23R has recorded four class wins from nine starts in an outstanding first season of Sports Racing and GT.
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Adrenaline Motorsport appoint European build agent
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, November 2nd, 2006 at 11:55 PM |
 Adrenaline Motorsport announced the appointment of their first overseas build agent.
True Concept Cars in Holland have been appointed to handle the European build for the Murtaya, the exciting new 4WD Subaru based car that is causing a stir within the self build car industry.
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Race track debut and starter kits prices announced
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, October 25th, 2006 at 09:05 PM |
 The AMS Murtaya, the turbocharged four wheel drive, 2 seater sports car built in Newquay, Cornwall made a successful race track debut at Brands Hatch last weekend.
Running on track as part of Total Kit Car live the new car acclimatised itself well in illustrious company.
“We only had 400 miles on the new demonstrator prior to Brands, and subjected the car to a day of very hard running,” said Neil Yates MD of Adrenaline Motorsport, the company behind the new venture, “I’m delighted to say the car behaved perfectly all weekend. The Murtaya performed superbly on the circuit, and showed it had oodles of power and the handling to match.”
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First look at AMS Murtaya by Mark Sansby
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, September 23rd, 2006 at 06:08 PM |
 Adrenaline Motorsport (AMS) first came to light in the kit car industry last year, when they bought the Minari Roadsport Mk2 project and started offering support to builders of this car.
In September this year they surprised the industry by introducing the Murtaya.
Designed from the wheels up using the very latest modern CAD techniques and a monocoque construction.
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The Beaulieu Autojumble experience by Trevor Rolph
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, September 12th, 2006 at 12:53 AM |
 Visiting Beaulieu Autojumble was on my ‘things to do before die’ list (sad I know) and in 2006 I actually got round to doing it. You may wonder what this has to do with kit cars but if you read on you will find out.
It takes place over a weekend in early September at the National Motor Museum in Hampshire, and features around 2000 stands and 30,000 visitors.
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Murtaya ready for Donington kit car show
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, September 12th, 2006 at 12:33 AM |
 Adrenaline Motorsport announce that they are set to launch their new car the Murtaya at the National Kit and Performance Car Show at Donington Park on 16th September.
Based on the running gear of the Subaru Impreza the car is said to offer breathtaking design, brutal performance and altogether an epic driving experience.
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Ultima go one better yet again
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, June 16th, 2006 at 10:42 AM |
 The Ultima Factory who are the current world record holders, have for the third consecutive year smashed the world record for sprinting to 100mph and back to zero again in the all conquering, multiple world record holding 200mph Ultima GTR supercar.
Driven by Ultima Director, Richard Marlow, the British built and designed Ultima GTR road car set a new world record time of a staggering 9.4 secs for the 0-100mph-0 sprint. The GTR scorched from 0-60mph in 2.6 secs, 0-100mph in 5.3 secs and braked to zero from 100mph in a mind blowing 3.6 secs, which are all in themselves road car world record times.
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Marlin open day track event
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, May 5th, 2006 at 10:58 AM |
Marlin are to take the traditional open day a stage further by holding it at a race circuit so potential customers can sample their cars as well as just admire them.
The event is to be held at the Llandow circuit in South Wales on the 3rd of June where Marlin will be taking their Honda powered 5exi demostrator.
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New body for Westfield SEi
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, March 31st, 2006 at 11:01 AM |
 The wide body SEi is set to become a real head-turner with an all new, slender yet aggressive look that adds a modern twist to the classic theme that has become such a hit with sports car drivers.
Being a fast reacting hand-built British car manufacturer Westfield were able to respond to request from owners for new contemporary lines and sleek, dramatic curves. Reaction from the motoring press has already been positive and it’s certain to be a hit with current and future customers.
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Up to £2000 off a GTM Libra or Spyder kit
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, March 24th, 2006 at 01:01 PM |
GTM have announced an offer to run from TotalKitCar Live at Oulton Park until Saturday 1st April 2006. There is up to £2000 off kits and only a 5% deposit required.
If you fancy a Spyder or Libra or were in the market for one anyway then check this out before placing your order.
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Classic Kitcars at Stoneleigh 2006 show
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, March 17th, 2006 at 08:52 AM |
A stand has been reserved for HISTORIC SPECIALS AND CLASSIC KIT CARS built before 1973 at the National Kit Car Motor Show, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire on Sunday April 30th and Monday 1st May. Organiser of the stand Tony Stanton intends to fill the stand with 1950s/1960s specials such as ROCHDALE, FAIRTHORPE, TORNADO, ASHLEY, FALCON and any one-off specials and also early kit cars like TURNER, TVR, LOTUS, MARCOS, ELVA, TRIDENT, PIPER, GILBERN, DAVRIAN, the idea to show current kit car owners how the industry first started in the 1950s and 1960s.
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Madabout aims for largest Kit Car image database in the World
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, February 2nd, 2006 at 10:26 AM |
 Madabout-Kitcars.com are pleased to announce a new picture gallery section of the site which can hold an infinite amount of pictures for each kit car listed.
We are often asked for bigger and better pictures of the cars we list so now we can oblige and to start the ball rolling we have uploaded over 500 images but we want more!!! We want to create the biggest repository of freely available kit car images in the world...seriously.
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GTM blasts into 2006 with the Ballista
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, January 12th, 2006 at 05:07 PM |
GTM Cars is blasting into 2006 with a brand new factory-built car called the Ballista. The new car is being unveiled at the Autosport International Show, at the NEC, Birmingham on Thursday 12th January and can be seen in Hall 6 on the AWM stand 6230 from 9.50 am.
The Ballista has a 3 litre Duratec, V6 engine, producing 220 bhp and weighing in at 600kg. The power-to-weight ratio is achieved through the incorporation of a tubular frame chassis with choice of a glass or carbon fibre skin. The Ballista is expected to achieve 0 - 60mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of over 150 mph.
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Aquila Sports Cars take over the heritage range of YKC cars
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, January 7th, 2006 at 10:19 AM |
 New kit car company Aquila have taken over the YKC range of heritage sports cars originally created by Don Burt. The Aquila line up has a strong and worthy heritage. Now being built to the exacting specifications demanded by new owner Milan Mladenovic, the Aquila is built in new premises in Rainham, Essex – quite close to the Ford plant that supplies the Ford Zetec, DOHC, 8-valve, EFI with catalytic converter drive-train.
The Aquila may be stylistically based on the classic era of the 1930s Alfa Romeo road and racing cars but they are thoroughly up to date with 21st century mechanicals.
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Hurry if you want £1000 off a GTM kit
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, November 22nd, 2005 at 10:24 PM |
GTM are having a Pre-Christmas Special on their kits but you'll have to hurry as the offer finishes this Friday, 25th November 2005. GTM are offering an amazing £1000 off ALL GTM Kits but not only that you get a FREE Track Day. ONLY £100 Deposit required.
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Marlin at Donington
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, October 11th, 2005 at 08:39 AM |
 Marlin will be exhibiting their latest midnight pearl blue 5EXi.
This 5EXi-R will feature the opening doors along with the awesome 240Bhp Honda 'R' engine (can be tuned to produce a mind blowing 280Bhp)
Also look out for Andrew & Janet Curtis's BMW E30 2.5 cyl Twincam Sportster.
Freshly back from having just competed in the latest Monte-Carlo trip, a reliability trial for sports cars organised by the Guild of Motor Endurance, they both had a fantastic time especially driving the car on the wonderful mountain roads.
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Marlin Braking New Ground
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, August 11th, 2005 at 06:21 PM |
 Specialist car manufacturer Marlin Sportscars have produced a unique mechanical handbrake assembly that makes it possible to fit any floating piston aluminium (or steel) brake calipers
(Willwood, Brembo, etc) to the rear wheels of kitcars, production cars or hot hatches.
Until now, the legal and practical requirement for an independent mechanical handbrake has meant that anyone using rear disc brakes has had to retain the bulky and weighty OE system.
And those in motorsport, who have opted for the weight-saving and high performance of aluminium calipers, have been forced to fit separate additional mechanical calipers - at considerable extra cost and weight.
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First Open Day for British American Engines
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, June 15th, 2005 at 01:20 PM |
 On Saturday 4th June, British American Engines and their engine building partners Custom Power & Paint held their first official open day, to mark the debut of their new 427 stroker engine.
Designed to give the legendary 427 (7.0 Litre) cubic inches that all Cobra fans crave, this engine gives greater performance than a 427 FE side oiler, but with the size and weight advantages of a Ford small block.
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350 Chevy for Luego Viento
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, May 19th, 2005 at 12:32 AM |
At around the £25,000 mark, the new Viento Lv350 model from Luego Sports cars will accept the Chevy 350 (5.7 Ltr) engine giving 400+ BHP delivered through the Tremec T500 gearbox.
According to the Luego Peeps the Viento has undergone a very exciting transformation in chassis design.
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Picchio pitches UK market
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, May 11th, 2005 at 10:00 AM |
 Contact with Madabout from a manufacturer probably unknown to most here in the UK intreged with the flowing lines of the CAD model they supplied.
Picchio Cars of Abruzzo, Italy have established themselves in the Grand Am Daytona Prototype series and Italian Hill Climb Championship and now want to share some of their wisdom and design flare with the UK and American markets
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Ultima factory demolishes it's own World record
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, April 15th, 2005 at 09:23 PM |
 The Ultima Factory, who are the current world record 0-100mph-0 holders,proved beyond any doubt that the Ultima GTR is the fastest accelerating and decelerating road car on the planet by setting a new world record time of 9.8 seconds for the 0-100mph-0 sprint. This is the first ever sub ten seconds 0-100mph-0 recorded in the world!
The standard factory production specification Ultima GTR was powered by a 377c.i 685bhp Chevrolet V8 engine once again built by American Speed who are the official Original Equipment engine suppliers to Ultima. This engine is a standard part option available from the American Speed pricelist.
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Madabout Knowledge Base Goes Live
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, April 14th, 2005 at 12:59 PM |
 We are excited to announce a completely new section to Madabout-Kitcars.com
The ‘Madabout Knowledge Base’ section is a valuable store of articles relating to kit cars and everything associated with them, whether you are an experienced builder or just starting out.
You will already find a vast number of articles included in this new section to whet your appetite but this will be built on week on week and will offer many hundreds of articles for you to digest.
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Detling shines in weekend sun
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, April 3rd, 2005 at 06:04 PM |
 The best weather the Detling show has ever had graced this weekends event. The show has been gaining popularity year on year and this year was no exception with thousands of enthusiasts drawn to the event.
A much needed change this year was the inclusion of 2 huge glass walled halls which gave visitors a light and welcoming feel to the indoor stands.
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Marlin Cabrio project up for sale
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, March 31st, 2005 at 11:55 PM |
 Marlin report that the mid-engined Rover K series-based 5EXi has proved so popular since its launch last year along with the continued success of the Marlin Sportster making big demands on the company’s time that now is an appropriate time to put the Cabrio project up for sale.
Marlin believe this will provide the perfect opportunity for someone to get a head-start in kitcar manufacture. "It’s sad but we simply don’t have the resources to give the Cabrio the sales and marketing effort it deserves," explains Marlin’s Terry Matthews.
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BMW and Chevy V8 power for Turner LMP
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, March 16th, 2005 at 03:17 PM |
 In addition to the Kawasaki & RST V8 cars Turner Automotive are currently engaged in making appropriate engineering modifications to offer a BMW V8 model available in Europe and a Chevrolet V8 in North America, each of which is said to produce around 400bhp.
The Chevrolet V8 will be shipped to Canada as a North American demonstrator. Chris Beddows of Turner Automotive is available to take test-drive enquiries for this vehicle. The car should be available to test in early June 2005.
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SVA Seminar planned - Your help needed
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, January 19th, 2005 at 11:18 PM |
 Derby SVA test centre are currently researching the possibility of presenting a seminar on the preparation and presentation of kitcars for the SVA test.
To enable this they are trying to establish the amount of interest there may be in such a project, so are looking to builders, clubs and groups of enthusiasts to register their interest.
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Turner Swamped at Autosport
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, January 19th, 2005 at 11:01 PM |
 Steve Turner, owner-designer of the company that hand builds the Turner LMP, reports to be in the happy position of not having a moment to draw breath after the Autosport Show at the NEC in Birmingham.
Scotland’s only car producer has no time to rest on his laurels after a record breaking Show. T.A.D. has to set up the track tests pre-booked by very interested parties after inspecting the LMP on the Track Sense stand at Autosport.
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Change of ownership for Caterham
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, January 13th, 2005 at 11:37 PM |
 A management buy-in (MBI) team led by ex-Lotus General Manager, Ansar Ali, and backed by Corven Ventures, the private equity arm of the consulting and corporate finance firm Corven Group, has bought Caterham Cars for an undisclosed sum.
Over the last 30 years Caterham, headed by its founder Graham Nearn and subsequently by his son, Simon, have successfully developed the Caterham Seven. Today, the company sells more than 500 cars a year in over 15 countries, generating a turnover in excess of £15 million.
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Wizard opportunity from Merlin
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, January 7th, 2005 at 12:34 AM |
 A long time favourite of mine which I've followed since my introduction to kit cars in the mid 80's is being offered to would be kit car manufacturers.
The Merlin is a 1930's classicly styled roadster that never seems to date. Out of the kit car scene for a number of years but available in 'turnkey' form for some time the Merlin could now once again be available as a kit.
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Toniq in the Telegraph
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, January 6th, 2005 at 08:53 AM |
 Two young designers are transforming engineering fantasy into production reality. Ashley Hollebone recounts the evolution of the radical Toniq-R
The looks might be striking, but the Toniq-R is no conceptual fantasy from the potent, three-dimensional CAD/CAM tools of a motor industry giant. Rather, it is the fruit of four Huddersfield University students' final-year labours - and it was officially launched during the most recent National Kit and Performance Car Show at Donington Park, Leicestershire.
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The Turner Challenge
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, December 15th, 2004 at 11:06 PM |
 One of TAD's charismatic LMP-S model has been purchased as a fleet track car by Stephen Docherty, Director of Track-sense Limited in the Castle Combe area www.track-sense.com. One of the more fascinating aspects of the deal is that he made his purchase sight unseen! Having read a track test in Evo Magazine he immediately put in his order!
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Great response reported to the return of the Firefly at the Exeter Kit Car Show
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, November 22nd, 2004 at 08:53 PM |
 Dart Cars are reporting an excellent response to the relaunch of the Firefly at the 2004 Great Western Kit Car Show at Exeter on the 20th & 21st November.
The Fiat Panda based Firefly was originally launched by Onyx Automotive in 1993, but had been dormant for four years until being taken over by Dart Cars in August this year. A rapid refurbishment of the former demonstrator took place in order to get it ready for the show to allow people to see the car first hand.
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Turner Automotive Design Seek Major Shareholder
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, November 9th, 2004 at 09:59 PM |
 An active campaign is underway to sign up a major shareholder for Turner Automotive Design (T.A.D.) – Scotland’s only sports car manufacturer. The reason behind the move is that 2005 promises to be particularly demanding for Turner Automotive Design. Plans for racing in the USA and possibly Russia as well as the completion of the new GT model prototype are all impinging on the administration time of owner/designer Steven Turner.
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Firefly set to make first appearance at 2004 Exeter kit car show
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, November 9th, 2004 at 09:13 AM |
The Firefly kit which was taken over by Dart Cars earlier this year is getting back into shape according to the new owner. The existing demonstrator is being prepared for the next Exeter show where prices will be announced. The first 'new' chassis is underway, and it is planned to have the first car ready for SVA testing early in 2005, with kits available from March of the same year.
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Major update to kit car list. New manufacturers added
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, November 1st, 2004 at 09:17 PM |
 As Madabout-Kitcars.com goes from strength to strength, gaining more and more of an audience every week, we thought it was about time we did a bit of an update to the manufacturers and cars listed on the site. A bit overdue I grant you but we've had a crack at it and got the list a bit more up to date.
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New DAX demonstrators on show at Donington
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, October 4th, 2004 at 09:04 PM |
DJ Sportscars International's new DAX Rush and DAX Tojeiro demonstrators had their public debut at Donington last month.
The spectacular DAX Tojeiro De Dion with its fully-catalysed 502 cubic inch, 502 bhp Chevrolet engine not only caught the attention of the photographers, but also the buyers, with three orders being placed over the weekend.
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Sovereign Cars unveils Absolute Performance C350 at Donington
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, September 15th, 2004 at 02:56 PM |
 Specialist dealer Sovereign Cars unveiled an exciting new addition to the Cobra replica market at the National Kit and Performance Car Show, Donington on Saturday 4th September.
The Absolute Performance C350 - based on the established DAX Tojeiro platform and powered as standard by a catalysed, fuel-injected 350 cubic inch Chevrolet engine - is being built exclusively for Sovereign Cars of Whitchurch, Hampshire at a new high-tech facility in Coventry by former F1 engineer Chris Symons.
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Firefly jigs saved from destruction
Posted by Madabout News on Sunday, August 29th, 2004 at 11:00 PM |
 The Firefly kit car jigs and demonstrator have been saved from destruction just days before a demolition team were due to move in and destroy the building they were stored in, and will now get a new lease of life under new owners Dart Cars.
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New 5exi demonstrator gets Lamborghini colours
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, July 28th, 2004 at 01:23 PM |
 Recently shown at Goodwood Festival of Speed the new car attracted lots of interest. Not just for its original design but also for the striking colour scheme that sets the car off a treat. Based on the latest Lamborghini orange, the paint scheme also has a pearlescent tint making it look a slightly different shade from different angles.
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A day out at the GTM Open day
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, July 19th, 2004 at 11:48 PM |
 Ferg Ranson enjoys a day out at the GTM Open Day.
"I normally travel to GTM via the A14 and M1, but across country is far more interesting and with a cup of Luego coffee and various bits of metal on board we blasted across Rutland to Sutton Bonington. Arriving slightly later than normal we were met by the sight of in excess of 20 Libras and Spyders parked outside the factory."
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DAX reacts to meet high demand
Posted by Madabout News on Monday, June 28th, 2004 at 05:02 PM |
 DJ Sportscars International, manufacturer of the DAX range of specialist sports cars, has expanded its workforce in order to meet demand for its successful DAX Rush and DAX Tojeiro models.
"Demand has been running at the high level of more than 150 units a year for some time now," said DJ managing director Brian Johns. "At the same time we have been adding new models to our range - the Tojeiro De Dion last year, following on from the successful launch of the motorcycle-engined Rush variants - in addition to our continuing programme of engineering improvement."
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New kit car resource for American kit car fans
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, June 8th, 2004 at 09:58 AM |
 In a concerted effort to increase the awareness of kit cars the creators of Madabout-kitcars.com have created a sister site dedicated to the American kit car scene.
With the kit car scene just as popular over in the USA as it is in the UK it was only right that the winning formula of Madabout was made available for American kit car fans. The result is www.KitcarUSA.com
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Kit Cars For Sale section is back.....and its FREE
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, June 1st, 2004 at 01:10 AM |
 Got a kit car for sale? Looking for your next kit car for some summer fun? Well Madabout is here to help you by introducing the new kit cars for sale section
Even better news is that this service is completely FREE to use....and always will be.
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DAX Rush V8 comes out winning
Posted by Madabout News on Thursday, May 27th, 2004 at 08:51 AM |
Former National Kit-Car Champion Andy Sterling has wheeled out his old faithful DAX Rush V8 for the first time in three years and is already back to his winning ways.
The eight-year-old car last raced in 2001, when Andy used it to claim the title. Since then it has sat under a dust sheet in the garage, but now it is back on track with a record so far this season of three starts, three wins in Class A of the 750MC-run Which Kit-Car Championship and one overall victory.
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MK, a marriage made in heaven
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, May 26th, 2004 at 11:34 PM |
 MK Sportscars will be helping a young couple celebrate their marriage in style in July.
Top of their wedding list was – an MK Indy!
The sports car is to take pride of place at their wedding next to the cake. Friends and family have been busy choosing items from MK as presents, with MK acting as “personal shoppers” for the guests so as they don’t all buy the same thing from MK’s comprehensive price lists. The Oxfordshire couple will receive an additional present from Phil and Barry at MK Sportscars in the form of donor parts to complete their build. With the Indy’s quick build it won’t be long before the happy couple are piloting their blue machine.
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Dominator TS400 launch
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, April 20th, 2004 at 12:29 PM |
 Dominator Sports Cars Limited to launch a new mid engined sports car the TS400 at the world’s largest kit car show taking place at Stoneleigh on 2nd/3rd May.
The Dominator TS400 has been under development for nearly a year with the company’s first demonstration vehicle ready just in time for the show. The car has been designed around LeMans prototype racecar styling. It will be available in both kit form for self-assembly, part built or fully built bespoke to the customers own specifications.
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K1 Attack at Stoneleigh 2004 and pricing
Posted by Madabout News on Tuesday, April 20th, 2004 at 11:13 AM |
 Madabout has had contact from Dynamic Performance Ltd who inform us that the K1 Attack will be making it's debut appearance at Stoneleigh this May.
Prices have also been finalised for all those eager to get their hands on the kit.
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Tojeiro sales soar as DAX celebrates birthday double
Posted by Madabout News on Saturday, April 17th, 2004 at 09:12 AM |
 Sales of the latest DAX Tojeiro De Dion are continuing to break records, 20 years after manufacturer DJ Sportscars International launched the first definitive Toj and 25 years after the company moved into its current Harlow, Essex factory.
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Any cash back with that sir?
Posted by Madabout News on Friday, April 9th, 2004 at 08:30 AM |
 Luego are celebrating having a fantastic year last year
and a tremendous start to this year by offering cash back of £250!!
The £250 is an incentive to Luego owners to pass on the good word of Luego to other potential builders. In return for the recommendation and contact
information of these potential future customers, Luego will cough up the money
following an order and successful collection of any of their kits.
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Advertise your car in minutes for FREE to help charities
Posted by Madabout News on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 11:10 PM |
 The makers of Madabout-kitcars.com have been working tirelessly for the last year to create a new auto classifieds used car website.
PurpleAds.com is FREE to use at the moment for both trade and general public and whats more 50% of all profits raised through advertising on the site will go to charity.
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New owners for Midas Cars
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:27 PM |
 Alternative Cars Ltd of Oxford are pleased to be able to announce the purchase of “Midas Cars Ltd” from the liquidator and the re-commencement of production of the Midas range.
Midas Cars became a leading name in the Kit Car Industry during the 1980s with its Mini and Metro based coupes designed by Richard Oakes.
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Kit Car Magazine's new appointment
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:19 PM |
 In a swoop reminiscent of a Premiership football club Nigel Dean moves from Which Kit? magazine to Kit Car magazine as technical editor. Here is what Den Tanner, owner of Kit Car magazine has to say.
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Kits at Autosport 2004
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:15 PM |
The recent Autosport International show at the NEC Birmingham in January saw a generous kit representation in the form of manufacturers and clubs. Here are just a few pictures of the event courtesy of Darran Shepherd
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First Porsche LMK 917 hits the UK
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:12 PM |
 At last Porsche fans can own the ultimate weapon to rival the hordes of replica Cobras, GT 40’s and Lola’s.
The only reproduction available in the world, of the fabulous double Le Mans winning 917. Voted by Motorsport Magazine (UK) the best racing car ever, the Porsche 917.
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Cobra nuts in Cobra heaven
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:11 PM |
 The publishers of Kit-Car magazine have been working on a new publication especially for Cobra enthusiasts entitled ‘Cobra’.
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Luego Lingo
Posted by Admin on Wednesday, March 24th, 2004 at 04:08 PM |
Always keen to let the kit car public know whats going on, Luego have come up with the Luego Lingo newsletter.
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