The TFSI kit is about to get under way. This was our development car, fittingly sprayed in Pure Grey, a VAG colour. We have sourced two engines, a manual and a DSG version. We are going to use the gear ratios from the diesel engines as being longer gearing, this will help compensate for the 13″ wheels. This kit will … Read More
Kits under development
We have been researching the addition of further engine derivatives given the scarcity and rising prices of the ‘Busa and K20. Given the industry shift toward embracing the turbo engine with it’s efficiency, tunability and reliability, we are presently looking at the viability of the latest engines from VAG and Ford, namely the TFSI and TSI, Ecoboost and the normally … Read More
Front Subframe
The Z Cars tubular front subframe is designed to dramatically reduce bump-steer. At 10 kilos lighter than the standard front subframe set-up it represents a material weight-saving over the classic original. The current generation has inboard aluminium rose-jointed shock absorbers adjustable for ride height and damping operated by push-rod and cantilever running a lower wishbone. The rose-joints and threads allow … Read More
Honda K20
Z Cars Honda Civic Type R Mini Road Specification KitsZ Cars’ Mini Honda VTEC K20 Specification Weight: circa 650kgs. This is subject to levels of refinement which add weight. Conversion components : Full roll cage pre-assembled with customer engine and gearbox. Rose jointed and adjustable rear suspension arms. Protech or Shocktec aluminium front and rear coil over dampers, differential and … Read More
Hayabusa
Z Cars Hayabusa Bike Engine Mini Road KitZ Cars’ Mini Hayabusa Specification Weight: circa 575kgs. This is subject to levels of refinement which add weight. Conversion components : Full roll cage pre-assembled with customer engine and gearbox, chain sprockets and adjusting bar, rose jointed and adjustable rear suspension arms. Protech or Shocktec aluminium front and rear coil over dampers, differential … Read More