TORNADO TS40

Introduced in 1989, the fabulous mid-engined TS40 has been in full, uninterrupted production for longer than any other Ford GT40 replica in history. With around 650-700 kits supplied, Tornado Sports Cars is the world’s leading maker of the GT40 replica, the company’s success being largely due to its reputation for stability and quality. Whether it’s chassis welding, GRP moulding or cockpit design, Tornado’s standards of engineering and attention to detail are second to none.

Beautiful and at the same time menacing, the TS40’s shape is visually indistinguishable from that of the classic, Le-Mans winning GT40 racer of the late-1960s. Naturally, it offers the ultimate in performance, the logical choice of engine being Ford’s venerable small-block V8. Handling, roadholding and braking are all top-notch, too, the race car-style suspension being thoroughly developed and fully proven over the years.

The TS40’s completion and final detailing demands all the correct repro parts and these are available from Tornado – items such as the replica wheels, fuel tank, exhaust system, glass and lights. Replica seats, instruments and switchgear are listed for the cockpit, while wiring looms, carpets, Renault transaxles and even Ford V8 engines can all be supplied. This really is a complete one-stop shop for the GT40 replica enthusiast.

SUMMARY – Stunning reproduction of one of the world’s all-time great race cars. While other companies have come and gone, Tornado remains the world leader in its field.

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