Thoughts on G27R

[Carnage]

Hello

I am currently in the process of replacing my TVR with a practical car and a deeply impractical car. I am looking for a road-legal car that will also allow for track days, hill climbs, and the odd bit of fast road work.

Up until now I have been thinking mainly along the lines of a Caterham, but a friend has suggested a G27R and there do seem to be some reasonably priced ones about. I don't know a great deal about them and was hoping if anyone in the know could advise me?

Thanks in advance.

Carnage

[ginettag27]

What sort of things do you want to know about them?

I've had a G27 for 8 years now.. Road only.

[Carnage]

ginettag27 said:

What sort of things do you want to know about them?

I've had a G27 for 8 years now.. Road only.

Hi

Mainly the degree of practicality traded off against performance, and also the availability of major parts.

I'm quite happy to have to fix it, I just hate sourcing bits!

Thanks, Carnage

[ginettag27]

Most of it is Ford based, so readily available. Some suspension parts are/were Saab, although that might
have all changed since the introduction of the G20 uprights - which are inhouse developed and improve the
whole front geometry no end and can be put on a G27 IIRC.

The factory usually have specialised parts - i.e. Clutch cables, etc...

Your based in Bucks - there are a couple of local experts in Ginettas, Richmond Racing (Surrey) and Alan Fereday (just south
of Reading).. They could certainly help with parts sourcing or alternatives and info.

There might be a G27/3 available... ahem With a 1.8 Zetec in it, dual 45s and Dunnel 3D ECU..

Mostly good nick, with a little tidying up work needed to make your mark on it..

Just in time for the Fiftieth anniversary of Ginetta next year!!

[ginetta]

The factory have some Second hand cars for sale so its worth a run to Garforth to have a look.
Cheaper to race than a Caterham and just as fast depending on spec.
H