What car is the Ginetta based on?
Wolseley Hornet six
The first car, not destined for production, which subsequently became known as the Ginetta G1, was based on a pre-war Wolseley Hornet six.
Who makes Ginetta?
Founded in 1958 by the four Walklett brothers, Ginetta has a long and successful history of producing hand built road and race cars. By the time it was acquired by Lawrence Tomlinson in 2005, it had gained a reputation as one of the most renowned British heritage race car brands.
Do Ginetta still make cars?
Ginetta is one of those manufacturers that, unlike many others, is still around. While the car has its fair share of lightweight sports cars for the road, the company mostly dabbles in various, single-make racing series, like the Ginetta G40 Cup, Ginetta GT4 Supercup, and others.
What is Ginetta racing?
The new Ginetta GT Academy is a unique concept providing the driver a high performance, yet safe and reliable race car to enjoy entry level GT Racing. Drivers of all experience levels compete in GT Academy as the field is split between experienced drivers and a ‘Rookie’ class.
How much does a Ginetta car cost?
What is it? Its a small, stripped-out two-seater, which Ginetta says has been designed let owners drive it to a racetrack at weekends, give it a good workout, and then drive home again. The G40R will cost 29,950 when it goes on sale later this month.
What engine is in a Ginetta?
| Ginetta G40 | |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L Mazda MZR I4 (road version) 1.8 L Ford Zetec I4 (race version) |
| Transmission | Mazda 6-speed manual (road version) 5-speed manual (early race versions) Quaife 6-speed sequential manual (newer race versions) |
| Dimensions |
Are Ginetta cars good?
The steering has no power assistance and is phenomenally direct and accurate. Combined with a lively chassis and a slick six-speed gearbox, the Ginetta offers a rawer and more engaging driving experience than almost any other road car, although the heavy steering, clutch and brakes are a nuisance a low speeds.
Can you drive a Ginetta on the road?
And while its road-legal status and big boot mean you can use it as an everyday car, the lack of noise insulation, the unassisted steering and heavy clutch mean you really wouldn’t want to. Ginetta is well known for its racing cars, including the G40.
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