British car manufacturer announced today the launch of their Farbio GTS sports car. The Farbio GTS has full carbon fiber body, space framed chassis and complete flat underfloor.
The Farbio GTS is powered by a 3 liter 24 valves V6 mid engine developing 262 hp and is equipped with a 6 speed manual gearbox. The Farbio GTS gets to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and has a maximum speed in excess of 160 mph.
The price for the Farbio GTS is £59,925. For more details head over to www.farbiosportscars.com
Farbio Press Release:
We are delighted to announce the exciting arrival of the new, all British Farbio GTS.
Now in production at our factory near Bath, the stunning Sports Car has a full carbon fiber body, space framed chassis, complete flat underfloor (incorporating a rear diffuser), giving the GTS an exceptional aerodynamic grip level. It has exquisite, flowing lines and an understated elegance combined with style, giving a truly refined sports car with outstanding performance.
Base price is £59,925 for the normally aspirated model and £71,675 for the Supercharged version.
The car is mid-engine ranging from a 262bhp normally aspirated model with 0 – 60mph in 4.8 seconds (EST), up to 384bhp for the Rotrex Supercharged version with 0 – 60mph in 3.9 seconds (EST).
The Farbio GTS has an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 360bhp per ton (250bhp per ton for the normally aspirated car). It is lightweight, weighing in at a nimble 1066kgs for the Supercharged model and 1048kgs for the normally aspirated version.
Brakes are AP Racing with Four Pot Callipers,
350mm vented front discs and 328mm rear, giving immense braking capabilities.
Suspension is fully adjustable dampers with Eibach coil-over springs to give the car an exciting, precise driving experience – a feature omitted from many modern day sports cars.
GTS customers will be able to tour in comfort with the spacious, ergonomic interior, with fully adjustable Sparco reclining seats allowing for a 6’6” driver. The controls have an easy
accessibility with the touch-screen featuring satellite navigation, air conditioning and sound system as standard.
Long distance touring is made easier due to the 76 liter fuel tank and 220 liter boot capacity, which can incorporate a full size set of golf clubs or luggage.
Farbio Sports Cars has the benefit of an £11million order book for the next three years with customers from the UK, USA, Scandinavia and Thailand. Our UK waiting list is currently 8 months at the time of going to press.
Farbio GTS Technical Specifications:
Standard Specification
Full carbon fiber body
Touch-screen control with satellite navigation, radio and Bluetooth capability
Electric windows
Electric folding wing mirrors
19" Multispoke alloy wheels
Toyo Proxes T1-R low profile tires
6-speed manual gearbox
4 pot AP racing brakes with vented discs
Power assisted steering
Air conditioning with climate control
Sparco Milano reclining seats
Heated rear screen
Twin Exhaust
Remote central locking
Immobilizer
Bespoke Leather Organiser Pouches (designed by Bill Amberg)
Optional Extras
19" Split-rim alloy wheels
Tracker system
MP3/iPod connector to touch screen
Leather Interior
Metallic Paint
Heated front screen
Non-Standard Carpet Colour
Alcantara Headlining
Upgraded sound system
European Satellite Navigation
Armourfend
Coloured Callipers
Bespoke Luggage Straps
Full Specifications
Engine
3Litre V6
262 bhp
24 Valves
Mid Engine
Steering
Lock to lock: 2
Turning Circle: 12.8m
Performance
0-60mph: 4.8 sec (Est.)
Maximum Speed: 160+mph (Est.)
Transmission
Six speed manual gearbox
Brakes
Four Pot A.P. Racing Calipers with 350mm vented discs on the front and 328mm vented discs on the rear.
Suspension
The suspension comprises of a double wishbone setup front and rear, with fully adjustable dampers and Eibach coil-over springs.
Wheels and Tires
Front Wheels: 19 x 8.5" offset 30mm - Multispoke design
Front Tires: Toyo T1-R Proxes 245/35/19
Rear Wheels: 19 x 9.5" offset 30mm - Multispoke design
Rear Tires: Toyo T1-R Proxes 285/35/19
Dimensions and Weights
Total weight: 1048kg
Length: 4215mm
Width at Front: 1895mm
Width at Rear: 1940mm
Width Including Wing Mirrors: 2130mm
Height: 1170mm
Wheelbase: 2675mm
Weight Distribution Ratio: 39:61
Power to Weight Ratio: 250 bhp/Ton
Fuel Tank Volume: 76 Litres
Boot Volume: 220 Litres
The normally aspirated Farbio GTS comprises of a bespoke induction and exhaust system and along with a specially mapped ECU, it can produce an impressive 262bhp. This combined with the lightweight full carbon fiber body shell delivers powerful acceleration. The Farbio GTS also incorporates a flat floor the full length of the car, joining the front splitter and rear diffuser, which provides exceptional downforce giving excellent handling qualities.
With the large fuel tank and lightweight carbon fiber body, touring is made simple and enjoyable.
The boot volume is large enough to fit a standard set of golf clubs, or several pieces of luggage. There is also extra luggage space on the parcel shelf, secured with bespoke luggage straps.
The Farbio GTS can accommodate a 6'6" driver, into our fully adjustable Sparco seats.
