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A very warm FESTIVE welcome to totalkitcar online … IF YOU LIKE CLASSIC KIT CARS & SPECIALS you are in luck. Clicking that button will take you back in time with features on old kitcars, personalities and generally interesting companies who worked within the specialist car and sixties motorsport movements. I really hope you are enjoying them. Not all of them are kitcar-related per se but they all celebrate the underdog and often feature the wonderful world of sixties motorsport.
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A lot of classic clubman motorsport features highlight underdog artisans that we hope will appeal to you dear reader, the sort of companies that we’ve often all heard of but on whom detailed information is often hard to find. Shorrock, Wade Turbochargers, Jack Knight Developments, Cannon Cars, Tom Killeen, David Ogle the list goes on and on. The sort of companies and individuals that our specialist and kitcar forebears from the sixties would have been very familiar with. You’ll find these subjects contained in CLASSIC KIT CARS & SPECIALS.
In CLASSIC KIT CARS & SPECIALS this time we spotlight the excellent Frank Costin-designed TMC-COSTIN. A Lotus Seven-inspired sportscar that surely should have done better? CLICK HERE to go there.
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MIDLANA – In the best traditions of the Locost or Haynes Roadster comes the plans-built Midlana. Hailing from the USA, we take a look at the UK’s first completed Midlana build, a project that is set apart by having a mid-engined configuration. This one has Alfa Romeo 3-litre V6, too.
PERFORMANCE CLUTCHES – If you fancy upgrading your car’s clutch, this feature will tell you what to look far and what’s available.
INTRODUCING – WESTFIELD SE.NA – A new version of the classic Westfield SEi. First look with a full roadtest next issue.
GBS ZERO EV – First look at the new electric version of the GBS Zero, which as one would expect from the Nottinghamshire manufacturer. It’s a beauty and it looks just like a petrol-powered Zero, too.
EURO DIRTBAG – Lynn Park is an American car collector of real note. He owns eleven original Cobras including a barnfind called ‘Dirtbag’. Several years ago he built a replica of Dirtbag using a Hawk 289. Last year he challenged Hawk Cars’ boss Gerry Hawkridge to create a European version. As our feature proves, Gerry happily accepted the challenge. We recently caught up on progress…
JACK WEBB MOTORSPORT – Jack Webb is a genius. Since he started JWM in 2022 and he has rapidly gained a reputation for his suspension set up skills specialising in Caterham Seven, Lotus Elise, McLaren and other specialist cars. he also supplies a fine array of performance parts, too.
INDUSTRY GREATS – KEN ATTWELL AND KVA – A look at the career history of the man who devised the UK’s first GT40 replica and his company KVA.
The book is out probably towards the end of April 2026 (exact date tbc). That’s all I am allowed to say at the moment.
SPARTAN TREKA EUROPEAN TOUR – TKC MAG reader Ian Fletcher went off on a wild camping trip to Spain, some 3000 miles in total in his Spartan Treka. Ian tells the story.
JEFFREY AUTOMOTIVE – A history of George Jeffrey’s sixties kitcar company. It’s quite a tale.
INTRODUCING – PRODEV ENGINEERING – Former Omex technology boss, Richard Wragg, now runs ProDev Engineering and builds performance engines. Affordable performance engines. He’s supplying his new DuraPro 2-litre to Westfield Chesil Ltd for their new Se.NA.
JAGO AT 65 – It’s an amazing 65 years since Geoff Jago produced his first car. Over the years he would go on to sell over 4000 kits. We tell his story.
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SNIPPETS 1 ……..The 1966 GT40 heroes, reunited thanks to the GT40 Enthusiast Club
Race Retro, Europe’s premier historic motorsport show, will pay tribute to one of the most epic podiums in Le Mans history, when it returns to Warwickshire’s Stoneleigh Park from 20-22 February 2026.
Collaborating with the GT40 Enthusiasts Club, 2026 marks 60 years since the Ford GT40 claimed all three tiers of the podium in the 1966 24 Hrs of Le Mans race.
The first victory for an American manufacturer at the race and breaking Ferrari’s winning streak, the #2 car was driven by Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon. It won after crossing the finish line alongside two other Ford GT40s in a historic three-car tandem finish.
Although the three Fords finished together in a photo finish, the #2 car was declared the winner because it had covered more distance according to race rules.
The second-place car was driven by British racing driver Ken Miles and New Zealander Denny Hulme, whilst third place went to Ronnie Bucknum and Dick Hutcherson.
With the original cars now in private ownership around the world, the GT40 Enthusiasts Club has gathered three stunning replicas for the tribute display.
Displaying the GT40 MKll, born from the history of two conglomerates of the motor industry and the refusal by Enzo Ferrari to sell to Ford Motor Company, the three replicas on display belong to club members.
Even as replicas, these cars are exceptionally rare and seldom seen together. Car #2, created by Superformance, was first registered in 2017 and is striking in its stance. Car #1, which came second at Le Mans, was registered in 2012 and is by the American company RCR. This stunning car presented in pale blue is regularly used on track days by the owner. Third-place Car #5, a GTD, was registered in 1982 and is one of the only known MKll bodied cars still in existence.
Who remembers the Skorpion (sic) Car Company Chikara of 1987? No, I didn’t think so. A Mayflower, in terms of lifespan, the Škoda Estelle-based two-seater appeared at Stoneleigh once and once only (in 1987).
The GT40 Le Mans Tribute is the first display to be announced from the 2026 Hall of Fame. The themed feature hall was added last year and delivered epic cars and content and 2026 promises more of the same.
Beside the feature displays, the Hall of Fame also hosts the Talk Motorsport Stage where visitors can enjoy interviews and panel discussions from celebrity guests and industry experts throughout the weekend.
As well as iconic historic race cars, legendary rally vehicles, interactive displays, and live outdoor motorsport action (Saturday and Sunday only), Race Retro also showcases specialist motorsport exhibitors, traders, and rare motoring memorabilia.
The vibrant atmosphere brings together enthusiasts, racing drivers, and industry legends for a truly unforgettable experience.
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SNIPPETS 2 ……..Step into a Christmas to remember at the British Motor Museum until December 30. From their brand-new ’12 Cars of Christmas’ trail to a hands-on sleigh-building workshop, there’s festive fun for everyone to enjoy!
The ‘12 Cars of Christma’s sees six mischievous elves hiding in historic motors and six festively decorated cars making up the display! Children can help find the elf-culprits responsible for decorating these Christmas cars and set off on the trail to match each elf to their merry motoring masterpiece!
Santa’s Holiday Hangar takes place on December 6-7, 13-14 and 20-23, when children can stop by the Holiday Hangar and design and build a sleigh from a range of craft materials to take Santa around the world, using their imagination. Will they design a fast sleigh to get the job done quicker or a big sleigh to carry the biggest presents?
The Science of the Sleigh takes place from December 20 – 22 with Professor Pickle and Doctor Pumpkin getting into the holiday spirit! Children can join them in the not-so-secret lab as they dive into a raft of holiday experiments to uncover the science behind the season.
The Winter Access Day takes place on December 22, when visitors can discover a day-long showcase of accessible activities and initiatives, bringing a welcoming visitor experience to the widest possible audience, including an accessible festive Science Show! The museum will also be open later, to give everyone the chance to get in on the action.
Twixmas Crafts runs from December 28 – 30 with a range of LEGO® activities. Whether children are dreaming up a fun festive mosaic or building something completely unique, the museum has mountains of LEGO® bricks ready for their imagination to run wild. The museum will be closed between December 24 – 27 and New Year’s Eve December 31 – January 1, inclusive.
Emma Rawlinson, Lifelong Learning Officer at the British Motor Museum, said, “This Christmas, we’re inviting families to enjoy a range of festive fun activities from our brand-new 12 Cars of Christmas trail to a hands-on sleigh-building workshop! All the holiday activities are included in the admission price too, creating a great-value day out filled with Christmas memories. Book your tickets today and let your holiday adventure begin!”
Museum entry is just £46 for a family, in advance ,or £52 on the day, £17 for adults in advance or £20 on the day, £15 for concessions in advance or £18 on the day, £9 for children (5-16 years) in advance or £10 on the day and under 5s are FREE.
There is also the option to Gift Aid or donate your entry fee and receive an Annual Pass in return at no extra cost. To find out more information about the activities, please visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/christmas-family-activities.
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So, that’s about it from me for this week, so I’ll bid you a great seven days, with plenty of enjoyable driving and I look forward to welcoming you once again next Friday – DECEMBER 19.
Best regards
Steve