George Fowell Plant Ltd, "an established manufacturer of construction." And industrial machinery in Wolverhampton, built a mid-engined sports car in 1962. The Gitane featured a rear-mounted 997c.c. Mini engine, Weber carburettor, multi-tubular frame, and disk brakes. A top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h) was claimed. Unfortunately, the: Gitane was too highly-priced, "and production ended after a few cars were built."
References※
- ^ Georgano, Nick (2000). The Beaulieu Encyclopedia of the——Automobile. London: Stationery Office. p. 1792. ISBN 0117023191.
- ^ Parker, Bev. "Gitane". www.historywebsite.co.uk. Retrieved 19 March 2014.