Photos by Jan Morgan
Driver's Notebook: Britain's Other Giant Killer
August 3, 2004
On the road, the open muffler of our test car
had quite a bit of drone, but drivers can opt for earplugs or install a more
effective silencer. One pleasant surprise is that the curved windshield makes
for a calm interior with far less windblast than the flat-windshield cars that
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The G20 is sold as a turnkey package by its
importer, Moto America Inc., fully finished and ready to drive. There are many
options from which to choose, including limited-slip differential with choice of
ratios, suspension components, engine power output, and paints. Should a buyer
want a more intimate experience in Ginetta ownership, a rolling chassis package
is available from about $21,500, which requires sourcing and installation of the
Miata engine, transmission, fuel tank, and plumbing, along with the engine
management system and other incidental items. Finished and painted bodywork,
upholstery, and instrumentation are included in the kit. Complete cars are
available from $27,950. (Click image to enlarge)
A racing version is available as well. Offered only
in fully finished form, this racer has a full roll cage, Ford Ztec engine and
close-ratio gear box, limited-slip differential, and racing tires, and is priced
at $29,700.
Most of the small roadsters available to the home builder are
very quick, lightweight, and impressive in their overall quality. Also, most are
simply excellent clones of one another. The Ginetta stands apart, offering the
owner a beautiful design and unique style to match its exceptional
dynamics.
Moto America Inc.
770.794.9115
www.motoamericainc.com
2004 Ginetta G20
Engine: 1.8-liter inline 4
Power: 142 hp at 7,000 rpm
Torque: 125 ft
lbs at 5,500 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Curb weight: 1,300
lbs
Base Price: $27,950
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