The British manufacturers have announced the launch of the Ginetta G40 about which they say its the UK's first real road and race car. Designed in Leeds, the Ginetta G40 will have its racing debut 2010 Ginetta Junior Championship which is part of the BTCC tour.
The Ginetta G40 is powered by a 1.8 liter Zetec engine that has been tuned to develop an undisclosed amount of power, while the car weighs around 850 kg. The Ginetta G40 will have a safety cage much stronger than required by FIA regulations, front and rear crash zones and updated side impact bars. The Ginetta G40 will also offer an increased occupant safety and visibility, adjustable interfaces and two seats.
The Ginetta G40 price starts at 24,950 GBP and the company plans to built an initial batch of 26 units in January 2010.
