Grullon GT8 Gran Prix Edition as McLaren F1 budget version!

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Recently updated on September 16, 2023 at 06:45 am

Who has ever dated Grullon GT8 Gran Prix Edition from GDR motor sport heard? Granted, we don't! But the speedster is not bad. And it's something of a 'budget friendly' McLaren F1. And it doesn't cost $20 million. The Canadian company GDR motor sport is for McLaren F1 style Kit responsible and requires only a fraction of the cost. The Grullon GT8 has been built for some time (released in 2006 as DDR SP4), but the Grand Prix Edition is relatively new. For the SP4, the base was still a Toyota MR2 SW20 and the current generation is based on one Chevrolet Corvette C5. The KitCar consists of a MIG-welded Spaceframe made of steel, with a steel bottom and steel sheets is delivered. There is one for that Fiberglass body with white gelcoat paint, a new WindshieldNew side and rear windows from Lexan, new headlights front and rear, new Blinker, a new cooling system for the engine, a new one dashboard and all bolts, nuts and washers.

Grullon GT8 Gran Prix Edition

Optionally, there is even a large selection of carbon parts such as the front one bumper, the front lip, the Doors, the side panels, the louvers, rear wing with feet that Roof cap etc. for the GT8 Grand Prix Edition wheat are held. And since it is a KitCar, there are several Engines available. Of course, these are all Chevrolet LS V8 engines. One starts 5,7 liter LS1 naturally aspirated with 345 hp, there is one 6,0 liter V8 and also the 7,0 liter LS7-V8 from the C6 Z06 with 505 hp is available. DDR Motorsport will also build one on request BiTurbo V8 one. Alternatively, you can do it all yourself. That is what distinguishes a KitCar! As far as we know, one of the transmissions fits Porsche Boxster S (Getrag six-speed gearbox), but you have to take care of that yourself. And that goes for him too Gear levers and the matching ones Harnesses. You also need one Motor to Transaxle Adapter Plate (engine to transaxle adapter) from Kennedy Engineered Performance.

a C5 Corvette is needed as a donor car

The rest of the vehicle can be removed from the Donor car, the C5 Corvette, can be removed and installed. Of course, optional details such as a special Controller or others springs and shock absorbers also be installed. Inside there is a motorsport-inspired Interior with leather bucket seats and a new one Center console. Also a digital one Racing instrument cluster , and a Sport steering wheel can be seen in the vehicle from the pictures. The price of the material GDR Motorsport Grullon GT8 Grand Prix Edition with carbon parts is $26.405 and without carbon parts it is $17.995. There is one more C5 Corvette donor car, tires + rims, gearbox, air conditioning, seats etc. and of course work performance. So if you really want something reminiscent of a McLaren F1, you should strike. If we get more information, there is of course an update for this report. You will be informed about this if you simply use our Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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Budget-friendly supercar

The Grullon Vera GT price-Value for money (Grullón Vera GT price) is impressive. The Grullon GT8 Gran Prix Edition from DDR Motorsport offers the aesthetics of a McLaren F1 at a fraction of the price. Originally introduced in 2006 as DDR SP4, the current model is based on one Chevrolet Corvette C5. The KitCar has a MIG-welded steel space frame combined with a fiberglass body. Optionally, buyers can add various carbon parts for the Grand Prix Edition. Diversity is also evident in the engine offering, with all options being Chevrolet LS V8 powerplants, including a powerful 7,0-liter LS7 V8. The basic equipment without carbon components starts at $17.995. However, the total price may vary due to parts such as a gearbox and a C5 Corvette donor car must be purchased additionally. For enthusiasts looking for a vehicle reminiscent of a McLaren F1, the Grullon GT8 could be a tempting choice.

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