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A warm welcome to totalkitcar online … Delighted to hear some great news this week when it was announced that the GTM Cars marque was returning to productionafter it was rescued from the receivership of Westfield Chesil by Lincolnshire-based Winterton Speed Shop. We reproduce their press release below.
Incidentally, the response on our Facebook page confirms what I have thought for a long time that there remains a huge amount of love for the GTM marque …
STAMFORD, UK — July 7, 2026 — GTM Cars, the legendary British mid-engined car marque, has been officially acquired by specialist automotive builder Winterton Bros Speed Shop Ltd.
The historic brand has been rescued from the liquidation of Westfield Chesil Ltd. The acquisition secures all brand rights, intellectual property, styling moulds, and manufacturing jigs for the recent GTM models – including the Libra, Spyder and Ballista.
GTM is BACK! Andy Winterton of Winterton Bros Speed Shop shown here with a GTM Libra
This purchase signals a dual commitment to the kitcar community: supplying much-needed legacy replacement components to the active GTM family while engineering a new generation of up to date, agile, and attractive sports cars.
Winterton Bros Speed Shop Ltd, highly regarded for their bespoke engineering projects and custom EV vehicle conversions, plans to revitalise the GTM brand by blending its classic lightweight British heritage with cutting-edge engineering.
Max Winterton, director at Winterton Bros said: “GTM Cars represents a brilliant chapter in British automotive and specialist engineering history. We are thrilled to bring this historic marque under our roof. Our initial focus is supporting existing owners with high-quality spares, but we are also mapping out an exciting future that aligns GTM’s lightweight, driver-focused DNA with modern performance capabilities.”
Initial manufacturing and parts support operations will be integrated into Winterton Bros’ workshop facilities. A dedicated digital portal for GTM parts requests and restoration project logs is scheduled to go live later this year.
More information from www.wintertonbrosspeedshop.co.uk or www.gtm-cars.co.uk
Tim Dutton has announced that he’ll be exhibiting at the British Motor Show at Farnborough between August 21-23. You’ll find Dutton Cars on Stand #1020
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I know that lots of readers used our GOODS & SUPPLIERS listing as a guide to the specialist car aftermarket, so essential did they regard it. It needed an upgrade but it took a couple of years to get it right.
GOODS & SUPPLIERS is BACK. It’s certainly less wieldy, is easier to use and well, see what you think. It’s not yet complete by any means but is a workable and useful A-Z listing that I hope you enjoy using and check back regularly because I will be adding to it daily, almost.
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Welcome to the JULY/AUGUST 2026 issue. So, what have we got to tickle your fancy this time?
CRAFTED CLASSICS CAFÉ RACER – A visit to Suffolk-based Christopher Hamilton who runs Crafted Classics Tuning, Classic Mini restorers par excellence as well as their own beautiful restomod called the CAFÉ RACER.
INDUSTRY GREATS – LES WELLER – A man who has supplied more steel wheels than anyone else (probably) as well as being the king of Formula Ford wheel supply. This could just be the only time that his story has appeared in print.
MALVERN SHOW REVIEW 2026 – A bumper five-page review of the National KIt Car Motor Shows written by show organiser, PETE SLATER with input from STEVE HOLE
DOUG KNIGHT’S SUPER BEETLE! – A superb Beetle drag car, recently purchased by Doug Knight. He tells us about his new project.
WITHOUT OUR PAST – Another pictorial look back to the past
SYLVA PHOENIX RESTORATION – A beautiful 35 year old Phoenix that has been beautoifully restored by design technology teacher, Phil Donington.
Phil Donington has made a BEAUTIFUL JOB of restoring his 1991 Sylva Phoenix. READ ALL ABOUT IT in the latest issue
ELVA’S SPORTS RACING CARS – People usually assume that Elva just produced the Courier model in its various generations. However, the company originally started out by producing racecars and when Frank Nichols sold the roadcar side of his business to the Trojan Group he set up Elva Racing [1961] Ltd to continue building sports racers. We round them up …
LAYCOCK DE NORMANVILLE OVERDRIVE UNIT – The story of Edgar de Normanville’s extremely popular overdrive unit.
DUTTON B PLUS 3 – Another new Dutton model, following swiftly behind the Phæton 5 is the third iteration of another very popular Dutton kit. Like its brother it’s also based on Mazda MX-5 MK3.
NEW DUTTON B PLUS 3 is featured in the latest issue
We have much more to entertain you with this time as well as the regulars.
Hope you enjoy the issue.
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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 featured in CLASSIC KIT CARS & SPECIALS.
This week in CLASSIC KIT CARS & SPECIALS we take a look at the career of one of the UK’s most successful lady racers, Patsy Burt, who these days often goes under the radar. We pay tribute. CLICK HERE to go there.
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SNIPPETS 1 …….. Leading automotive distributor, JRP Distribution, has launched its 2026 catalogue packed full of more than 400 new products, alongside its existing 4000 portfolio, as well as introducing its new brands.
Operating from its purpose built warehouse in Chichester (it’s a BIG ‘un – Ed), JRP distributes an extensive range of automotive accessories, performance enhancers, air fresheners and detailing products from Ecomotive, FRSH Scents, Invisible Glass, Simply Brands and Stoner Car Care.
Alongside this sits their comprehensive range of repair and maintenance products from Autobar, JB Weld, Quixx and Tecniks – many of which are also suitable for use beyond the automotive market.
The brands continually add new products to the ranges in response to both market and customer demands, with 400 new products being introduced this year.
Alongside its current brands, JRP Distribution has announced three new brands will be incorporated into its portfolio.
Announced earlier this year was FRSH Scents’ acquisition of Carfume, a luxury car fragrance brand, which will now be distributed by JRP Distribution. Between FRSH and Carfume, JRP Distribution can satisfy all the needs of the air freshener market.
Simply Living Sprays has also been launched this year, which includes a large selection of spray paints, that are available in a matt or gloss finish.
Finally, SBxPro is the latest brand introduced to the aftermarket. The range includes maintenance sprays, alongside wiper blades and is targeted at technicians requiring a premium quality and dependable product portfolio.
JRP’s Ollie Page commented: “We regularly review and improve our product offering, so that we can supply the aftermarket with the products it needs. We’re confident in these products and by introducing three new brands, we’re pleased to be able to increase the coverage we provide the retail, motor trade and workshop space.
“We enjoy many fantastic relationships within the aftermarket and retail spaces and our product ranges reflect what they’re seeking from us. So, as we introduce new products, our catalogue continues to grow every single year! Traditionally we have found that having all of our products in one location is helpful for many of our customers, so we’re thrilled to publish our 2026 catalogue – and I’m sure it’ll be even bigger next year!
“To further assist our customers, we also run monthly and seasonal promotions throughout the year, which are timed to help customers maximise their sales, so they need to keep an eye out for our emails and social media activity.”
The catalogue is available to order online, or it can be downloaded here: https://jrpdistribution.co.uk/catalogues/jrp-catalogue-26-27
SNIPPETS 2 ……..There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had at the British Motor Museum, with a full schedule of motoring shows running throughout late July and August. The museum has already hosted a packed shows calendar throughout June and early July. The remaining shows include the Rootes Heritage Day and Old Ford Rally on 19 July, Petrol & Pride on 26 July, Fiat & Friends on 1 August, Young Driver Experiences on 2 August, the Ultimate German Car Meet on 9 August, and the People’s Air-Cooled Show on 23 August.
The Great British Summer Savings offer runs until 1 September with £1 child tickets for all visits between 25 June and 1 September, including all these great shows! Learn more and book on the Museum website for a great value day out.
The Old Ford Rally will bring fans together to see 400 classic Fords on display, from Model Ts to the cars of the pre-war austerity years, to the more luxurious post-war Zephyrs, Zodiacs, and Granadas, plus the fan-favourite Anglias, Mk1 and Mk2 Cortinas, Capris, Escorts, and Fiestas. Taking place alongside the Old Ford Rally, the Rootes Archive Centre Trust will be holding their Rootes Heritage Day, celebrating all Rootes classics, from earlier Hillmans, Humbers, Sunbeams and Singers to the later Chryslers, Simcas and Talbots.
‘Petrol & Pride’ returns for its second year and is inclusive of all people and all vehicles. Building an empowering new fixture for members, friends and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community, the event aims to allow everyone to show off their pride in their wheels and themselves, in a day of music, food and fun. Expect prizes for the Butchest, Gayest, and Best Glow Up, with winners chosen by a panel of judges, and even a pride flag display made from different-coloured cars.
After an incredible first two years, Fiats and Friends returns for 2026, with the best of Fiat on display in an unmissable summer event! This family event celebrates Fiat vehicles of all ages, along with the achievements of other designers, manufacturers and engineers. Fiats & Friends is open to every Italian vehicle from 1899 to the present day, including cars, electric vehicles, motorcycles & mopeds, commercial vehicles, campers, supercars… even tractors!
The museum has teamed up with Young Driver to bring their ever-popular driving experiences to the venue! Alongside the traditional driving lessons, Young Driver offers 15 minute Classic Car Experiences for kids of 10 and up! There are 2 British motoring classics to choose from – a Morris Minor and an Austin 7. Driving classic cars is great fun and will give youngsters a feel for sensitive and delicate car control – a rare and useful skill for drivers. There are time slots available from 10am to 4:15pm.
The Ultimate German Car Meet returns for a third year in 2026. Last year’s event saw more than 800 cars on display and this year promises to be even bigger. All performance, classic, modified, rare, sports and super German cars are welcome to join the display at this unmissable event!
The People’s Air-Cooled Show is an exciting new event dedicated to the Volkswagen and Porsche air-cooled community. Every air-cooled Porsche or Volkswagen is welcome to join the display, regardless of age or model! Exhibitors and their passengers benefit from discounted tickets that include admission to the museum, making this an unmissable day out for enthusiasts, families, and fans alike.
Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum, stated: “There’s still plenty of summer fun to be had at the museum! We continue to have a fantastic range of classic and modern motoring shows for our visitors and enthusiasts to enjoy throughout July and August! There really is something for everyone this summer, and fingers crossed the sun will keep shining”.
Photo by Olgun Kordal
Show entry, including access to the museum, is just £18 for adults in advance or £21 on the day, £16 for concessions in advance or £19 on the day and £1 for children (5-16 years); 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 (excludes £1 child tickets). Prices vary on Annual Pass Exempt Days.
To find out more information about the shows, please visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/
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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 week on Friday, JULY 17, 2026
Best regards
Steve