Yes I'm sure the body is a lot lighter but I just want to point out that there are steel GTV's in racing trim that are below 800kg's all up, including roll cage. I think some are close to 600kg's but there are lots of lighten holes in those ones . I say this before people run out to their steel 246's and start ripping the bodywork off. I think by the time your returned all the trim, etc. there gains will not be as much as the GTA versus GT example. Also note there is a 200kg's between a Stradale GTA and racing version of a GTA ... same alloy body. Pete
I am curious Pete, where did you find the specs about there being a 200kg. weight difference between a Stradale GTA and racing GTA? Not that I question the figures, of course... After this question, I promise that the topic will revert to alloy Dino. Regards, Alberto
While an interesting idea and commendable effort, I don't see any real advantages. - Corrosion/oxidation is still an issue, especially due to electrolysis, should the car be driven/used as intended. - How much corrosion/oxidation did the chassis and coachwork supporting space frame structure had and how authentically/correctly was all that remedied (with photo documentation) ? - How much do these and other significant (uncomfortable ?) questions/stories affect potential value ?
I assume (I know one shouldn't) this car (03664) would (or should) not be eligible for Classiche certification with its alloy coachwork.
Wouldn’t that undermine the integrity/validity/worthiness of the entire certification and its process, especially if approved and/or not noticed ?
Simon is an artist in aluminum. I don’t think he cares. The hot rod is built on a Radical chassis. Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
I thought this discussion was about 03664 and was just wondering about the authenticity of its “restoration”(?), including efforts taken to repair or replace any number of chassis and/or coach work support structure tubing, etc. that were likely severely “compromised” (due to corrosion) based on description and photos shown about its previous sheet metal damages. While the coach work sheet metal forming is a highly respectable artisan skill and under no circumstances do I wish to argue against those of Mr. Leach, I know many, even some here in SoCal who are as skilled if not more so. I too have dabbled in forming replacement & repair panels (both in aluminum & steel) and other metal repairs on vintage cars, including Ferraris, I’d like to think I have some idea of the efforts/skills it requires and seeing extensive projects like this can’t help but make me wonder if everything else has been done to same level of care, quality and skill.
