Results 1 to 11 of 11

Thread: $30k supercar

  1. #1
    GSXTACY SilverJester's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2005
    Location
    Acworth
    Age
    38
    Posts
    1,544
    Rep Power
    20

    Default $30k supercar





    Factoryfive has just started selling their GTM Supercar.
    The GTM concept is classic Factory Five...If you have the running gear from a C-5 Corvette and our component kit, you already have everything you need to build and drive the car )except for a Porsche G50 transaxle from a 911 that costs between $2500-$5,000).
    The car is set up to use the engine, suspension components and other misc parts from a late model production car, namely, the 1997 to current Corvette C-5.
    Factory Five will supply the tubular steel frame and aluminum chassis panels, the composite body, windows, doors, trim, interior, coil-overs, fasteners and misc parts needed to complete the car.
    Some of the parts needed from the C-5 (1997-present) Corvette include the engine, radiator, fuel tanks, front/rear suspension (control arms, spindles and brakes...FFR supplies the coil-overs).




    Unassembled kit $19,990
    Avg. built time ESt. 300/400 hours

    Specs:
    Dry weight 2,250lbs 42%-58%
    wheelbase 101 inches
    overall lenght 171.5 inches
    track (F&R) 60.5/62 inches
    height 42.5 inches
    width 74 inches
    ground clearance 4.5 inches

    Layout mid-engine RWD
    Displacement 5.7L / 7.0L
    Horsepower 350hp / 515hp
    Torgue 375 / 475 lb-ft
    transaxle Porsche G50 (or aftermarket)

    Suspension F/R alum. DBL a-arm w/adj. coilover shocks
    brakes 4W-disc 13"F/12"R
    Wheels 18X10 inch
    Tires 245/40ZR18front 295/35ZR18 rear

    0-60mph less than 3.5 seconds (stock 350 hp corvette engine)
    1/4 mile 11.6 seconds
    Top Speed variable w/gearing

    The picture below shows the size of this car. It's the black one second for the top (first prototype). The love that it's the same size of a Cobra kitcar

  2. #2
    Drifter/Kneedragger
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Buford, GA, USA
    Posts
    6,528
    Rep Power
    29

    Default

    no fucking way you could build that for $30k with the base kit @$20k. the tranny/engine alone would take up most of the remaining 10k, and then you still have to build an interior, get all the suspension components, wheels/tires, etc etc...

  3. #3
    Senior Member b18hb's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2002
    Location
    Atlanta
    Age
    39
    Posts
    1,116
    Rep Power
    23

    Default

    sweet. where can you buy it?

  4. #4
    Certified Gearhead dappsta's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2005
    Age
    41
    Posts
    202
    Rep Power
    20

    Default

    SEX

  5. #5
    Jay G. 1439/2000's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jan 2004
    Location
    Location, Location...
    Posts
    6,375
    Rep Power
    29

    Default

    +1's for all the cobras with kirkeys. thats hardcore.

  6. #6
    GSXTACY SilverJester's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2005
    Location
    Acworth
    Age
    38
    Posts
    1,544
    Rep Power
    20

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by HiPSI
    no fucking way you could build that for $30k with the base kit @$20k. the tranny/engine alone would take up most of the remaining 10k, and then you still have to build an interior, get all the suspension components, wheels/tires, etc etc...
    "How much will it cost to build a GTM?

    The price of the kit is not as important as the price of the completed vehicle. Our original target was that a guy should be able to build the GTM for less than $30,000. We think that is still achievable if a donor C5 is procured for less than current market value of $8,000-$10,000, and provided the person can do his/her own paintwork… but realistically we estimate that folks will spend between $35,000 and $40,000 to complete the car including Chevrolet parts, wheels/tires, paint and the Porsche transaxle." - factory five racing


    Quote Originally Posted by b18hb
    sweet. where can you buy it?
    http://www.factoryfive.com/

  7. #7
    C7 On_Her_Face's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2005
    Location
    Duluth
    Age
    36
    Posts
    13,938
    Rep Power
    50

    Default

    yea i figured it was facotry five that made it, my cousin built one of the cobras and he made money on it, so i guess the resale wouldn't be bad on those things, mabye im wrong though :confused:

  8. #8
    The coolest chick SM The Ren's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2005
    Location
    In Lostsolvtec's bed!
    Age
    39
    Posts
    18,265
    Rep Power
    43

    Default

    i know someone who is actually planning on building this
    Val For President
    R.I.P. Our Dear Leisa..


    ASAP N.E. Chapter VP

    No more supra
    __________________________________________________ ________________________________________

    NIKON Squad member| NikonD40

  9. #9
    GSXTACY SilverJester's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2005
    Location
    Acworth
    Age
    38
    Posts
    1,544
    Rep Power
    20

    Default

    are they planning on building it for me?

  10. #10
    The coolest chick SM The Ren's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2005
    Location
    In Lostsolvtec's bed!
    Age
    39
    Posts
    18,265
    Rep Power
    43

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by SilverJester
    are they planning on building it for me?
    hahaha.. I doubt it..
    Val For President
    R.I.P. Our Dear Leisa..


    ASAP N.E. Chapter VP

    No more supra
    __________________________________________________ ________________________________________

    NIKON Squad member| NikonD40

  11. #11
    Slowest Car on IA David88vert's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Johns Creek
    Age
    51
    Posts
    8,378
    Rep Power
    36

    Default

    I'm saving up for an Ariel Atom 2 (probably used). A little more money, but worth it IMO.
    "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  
About us
ImportAtlanta is a community of gearheads and car enthusiasts. It does not matter what kind of car or bike you drive, IA is an open community for any gearhead. Whether you're looking for advice on a performance build or posting your wheels for sale, you're welcome here!
Announcement
Welcome back to ImportAtlanta. We are currently undergoing many changes, so please report any issues you encounter with the site using the 'Contact Us' button below. Thank you!