Start planning your Zero build to keep you busy over the Winter months ahead......

Are you looking for an exciting new project to dive into this winter and carry on into next year? A GBS Zero self-build could be the perfect adventure! We still have a few slots available for chassis production slots this year and after that, we’ll be booking into the new year.

Interested in seeing the Zero in person? Then Contact us today to arrange a visit, where we’ll walk you through all the options and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to GBS!

Also, don't forget that our Kit Spares shop and showroom are open for all your parts and spares needs, or check out our full range of products on our website.

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Make your dream come true and build your very own sports car……..

Book now..... The next 2025 Full GBS Factory Tour date announced .....

A new date has now been released for next year - We are pleased to offer this opportunity for a privileged insight into everything that goes into creating the GBS Zero and associated products that we manufacture. If you are thinking of buying a GBS Zero, have one already or if you are into your motorsport and engineering and would love to see what we do then this is the event for you.

This is taking place on Saturday 1st February 2025 with two times slots available. Places are limited for each time slot so book early to avoid disappointment, this could make a perfect Christmas gift for someone!

This tour will be led by Richard the Director of Great British Sports Cars and the team, which will include a Tour of the GBS Workshop, Parts Department, Engineering and Assembly Area, Fabrication, Composites and more.

Cost: £25 per person
Tour Time: Approx. 1.5 to 2 hours
Tour Size: Approx. 8 to 10 people per tour with refreshments available on arrival.
Booking: You can book your place online via our our parts website Kit Spares.

If you wish to enquire about a larger group, car club, students, bespoke corporate or private individual booking, please contact us with your requirements and we will get back to you. If you can not make this date then don’t worry we will be looking to release more dates later in the year too

Busy in the GBS Workshop with IVA'S....

Our roots are deeply embedded in the Seven market, giving us extensive experience and insight into the IVA process. Over the years, we've successfully guided hundreds of cars through the IVA, from nearly every manufacturer that has contributed to the kit car market. Our track record is unmatched—no challenge has proven too difficult for us to overcome.
We are a one-stop shop for all automotive needs. We offer comprehensive services including CAD/CAM design, CNC fabrication, and in-house fiberglass/composite work. Our expertise in M1 IVA standards, coupled with creative problem-solving and specialized capabilities such as emissions tuning, dyno tuning, and 4-wheel geometry, ensures your vehicle meets all requirements. With in-house auto electricians, IVA-approved wiring solutions, and state-of-the-art IVA testing equipment, we manage the entire process, to make your experience seamless and hassle-free.

Our portfolio includes: 1930 AC: A testament to our capability in handling vintage and classic cars with the utmost care and precision. Brabham 1960 F2 Race Car: Showcasing our experience with high-performance and historically significant racing vehicles. Porsche Speedsters: Multiple restorations and customizations for these iconic sports cars. GT40: Expertise in working with this legendary race car, known for its history at Le Mans. Electric Powered Passenger Vehicles: Demonstrating our adaptability and forward-thinking approach in the evolving electric vehicle market.

For more information or if you need assistance with the IVA process or any of our specialized services, feel free to reach out. Our team is here to support you with expert guidance and precision in achieving your automotive goals.

Busy weekend at the Newark Kit Car Show....

Last weekend (21st & 22nd September), we had an amazing time at the Newark Kit Car Show at Newark Showground! A huge thank you to everyone who visited us—it was fantastic to see both new and familiar faces. We proudly displayed our 2.5L Ford Duratec-powered Zero demonstrator, a Zero Mazda build, our Zero Race demonstrator, and a fully paneled chassis fresh from production, which will be heading to paint in the next few weeks. Our Zero Race car will also be hitting the track next month at our GBS Track Day at Blyton Park.

Alongside the cars, we showcased a range of ATR Products, all designed and manufactured in-house. You can find all these products and more online at Kit Spares – www.kitspares.co.uk.

If you're considering a Zero Self Build kit, don't hesitate to get in touch and book a visit to our factory. We’d love to show you around, discuss your options, and answer any questions you might have.

Check out more photos and videos from the event on our Instagram page! Click here to follow us on Instagram! or click the button below to head to our YouTube Channel to see a short video from the show.

Motorbike engine Honda Fireblade powered Zero build…….

The Zero Custom Kit is one of our popular options, offering the flexibility to tailor the Zero to your preferred engine configuration. Whether you're using an already compatible engine or opting for a completely custom installation, this kit allows you to fully customise the powertrain and other key aspects of the car.

Recently, a customer chose a Honda Fireblade engine for his Zero, along with a custom roll bar that the GBS team fitted to his original chassis. This marks his 4th Zero build, and he wanted something a bit different this time around. He's now ready to start his build! Check out our GBS YouTube channel for more details on this unique Honda Fireblade Zero build, and hear directly from the customer. You can also watch another video on a completed Kawasaki 1400 GTR-powered Zero, which is already being enjoyed on the road!

For more information or assistance with your own custom build, feel free to reach out. Our expert team is here to help you bring your automotive vision and dream to life!

Exciting News: We are supplying ATR Products for the New TOCA Junior Championship....

We are thrilled to announce that we will be supplying a range of ATR products to the newly launched TOCA Junior Championship. This exciting development comes after an extensive testing program, and we are now gearing up for the start of manufacturing in the coming weeks.
Since the Championship's concept was first announced, they have been overwhelmed by the incredible interest from teams and drivers eager to join the grid. It’s truly inspiring to see such a strong appetite for junior racing in the UK, and we're honoured to be part of this journey. 

Behind the scenes, everyone has been working tirelessly to finalise the car's design and set up. Last week was the unveiling of the car to prospective teams and drivers at the Mercure Hotel in Daventry.
Now the team will shortly be heading to Donington Park to showcase the car within the British Touring Car Championship paddock. This is a thrilling opportunity, as the public will get their first look at the car and share their reactions. It’s just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting season ahead!
These launches not only mark the countdown to our inaugural race but also set the stage for more exciting announcements in the coming weeks and months. We can't wait to share what’s next! Stay tuned for more updates on the New TOCA Junior Championship by following them on social media and visit their website to see more.

Evo Magazine visits GBS & enjoys the Zero out on track.....

GBS ZERO: THE 21ST CENTURY CATERHAM 7…….

Its been a busy few months for the GBS team with lots of exciting things planned and happening. We were thrilled to recently welcome the team from Evo magazine to our GBS headquarters. The visit was an excellent opportunity to showcase what we do best—crafting exceptional sports cars. Evo’s visit included a behind-the-scenes look at our workshop, where they met with our dedicated team and learned more about the meticulous process that goes into building our cars and products.

But the day didn’t end there! Before their visit we also had the pleasure of joining Evo on one of their track days with our Zero demonstrator at Bedford Autodrome, putting our car through its paces on the track. The Zero performed brilliantly, demonstrating the performance and handling that make it a standout choice for driving enthusiasts. We’re excited to share that you can now read more about this in the latest issue of the EVO Magazine (September 2024 Issue /325). Buy your copy of EVO Magazine here.

These are just a few of the exciting things happening at GBS right now. With more events, collaborations, and product launches on the horizon, there’s plenty to look forward to. We will share more updates with you soon.

Workshop Services at GBS.... Not just for Zeros....

Here at Great British Sports Cars we have a fully functioning Workshop offering a multitude of specialist services. These services certainly aren’t exclusive to the Zero or even Seven’s.
We have the pleasure of working with lots of different specialist cars, including 1930 AC, Brabham 1960 F2 Race car, Several Porsche Speedsters, GT40, Electric Powered Passenger vehicles to name a few.

Our routes are deeply embedded in the seven market, therefore we have gained a significant knowledge and great reputation in getting hundreds of cars through the IVA process, from almost every manufacturer that has blessed the kit car market. Nothing has beat us yet!

IVA Service: IVA Appraisal / Pre Check IVA Works:
One stop shop for all CAD Cam design, CNC fabrication, Inhouse Fiberglass / Composite, great understanding of M1 IVA standards and creative problem solving solutions, in house auto electricians, Emissions tuning, Dyno tuning, 4 Wheel Geometry. IVA approved Wiring solutions. - Completion of all IVA Paperwork and Registration. - Specialist IVA related testing equipment.
We offer many services including Upgrades / Servicing, maintenance & MOT’S / Track Day Checks & Preparation / IVA Test & Pre Checks / Repairs / Build Completions / Valeting & Detailing and much more.

Contact us to discuss our services we offer and to look to get your car booked in with us.

These workshop services aren’t exclusive to the Zero or even Seven’s.

Students enjoy a Factory Tour at GBS.....

Earlier this month we welcomed students from St George’s Academy from Sleaford, Lincolnshire to enjoy a full factory to show what we do. They got to see what we do and the whole process of building a sports car along with the products that we manufacture, with nearly every part on the car manufactured on site by our team they were very impressed and inspired by what we do.
The Zero build is an ideal educational tool in engineering and technical programs. Students are able to gain practical experience developing their knowledge and understanding of engineering in a practical application. As well as being an exciting and captivating project for students a GBS Zero build maintains interest and enthusiasm with a real sense of achievement as each stage is completed. With the end result not only being an enjoyable sports car but a worth while asset too. Click here for more details about the educational builds we offer and to see more details about the tours that we offer, or contact us.

Everyone is always welcome at GBS, last week the Home Secretary James Cleverly & Mark Spencer came to see us....

It’s always nice to welcome guests to the factory, and last week it was the turn of Home Secretary James Cleverly and our local MP Mark Spencer to pop by, along with large swathes of the UK media to see what it is we do here at GBS.

Mark Spencer has been a supporter of GBS for several years joining us at track days and other events and kept a keen eye on our growth. He asked if we would take the time to show Home Secretary James Cleverly, what we do as we are one of the only few UK family owned car manufactures left and the fact that we uniquely manufacture so much of the car in house.

Both Mark and James were kind enough to take some time to chat to the team, learn more about our vision for GBS as a truly British sports car, and see how we’re making our cars and looking as some of the new environmentally technologies we are working on.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the UK GOV for their support within the manufacturing and automotive sectors and we look forward to the continued support from our government to allow GBS to thrive into the future with which ever party may be in power next.

More Zeros registered and being enjoyed on the road.....

GBS Zero | Ford Zetec engine

GBS Zero | Ford Duratec engine

On the road and being enjoyed…..

The GBS Workshop is always busy and we have recently had some very nice spec Zeros that are now registered or soon to be registered and enjoyed on the road this summer. As well as some Zeros that are with us at the moment that we are preparing and will be presenting to IVA. These workshop services we offer certainly aren’t exclusive to the Zero or even Seven’s. We have the pleasure of working with lots of different specialist cars, including 1930 AC, Brabham 1960 F2 Race car, Several Porsche Speedsters, GT40, Electric Powered Passenger vehicles to name just a few.

Our routes are deeply embedded in the seven market, therefore we have gained a significant knowledge and great reputation in getting hundreds of cars through the IVA process, from almost every manufacturer that has blessed the kit car market. Nothing has beat us yet!
We are able to offer the full package including CAD Cam design, CNC & custom fabrication, Inhouse Fiberglass / Composite, great understanding of M1 IVA standards and creative problem solving solutions, in house auto electricians, Emissions tuning, Dyno tuning, 4 Wheel Geometry. IVA approved Wiring solutions. - Completion of all IVA Paperwork and Registration. - Specialist IVA related testing equipment and much more. Visit our Workshop Services page to see more about what we can offer or contact us…. Click here.

GBS Zero | Mazda mx5 engine

GBS Zero | Ford Duratec Engine

GBS Zero | Ford Duratec Engine

GBS Zero | Ford Duratec Engine

Fantastic evening at our first Friday Night at the Factory event of the year at GBS.....

On Friday 10th May we all started of the weekend with our first GBS Friday Night at the Factory event of the year, it was a fantastic evening and great to have a carpark full of Zeros, other sports cars and bikes. The gates opened at 5pm and the car park soon filled up, and everyone enjoyed the the lovely freshly baked pizza and drinks that we served throughout the evening. We would like to thank you all for joining us and are now looking forward to the next Friday Night at the Factory that will be happening on 28th June at GBS.

Friday Night at the Factory was a new event that we created last year that will be happening on the once a month from May to August. Its a similar style to our GBS Cars & Coffee events with the opportunity for you all to have a summer evening ride out in your sports cars / bikes and a meeting point to enjoy an evening of cars, bikes, car chat, music, food and drinks with the GBS Team.

Next Event Date: Friday 28th June 2024.
(May to August)
Times: 5pm till late
Location: Great British Sports Cars - NG22 9ZD.
All cars are welcome and everyone is welcome to join us for a great evening. Food and drinks will be available on the night. Please drive responsibly in the local area.

Our next GBS Cars & Coffee event is happening on Saturday 15th June at GBS, see more details on our website.

Friday Night At The Factory is back for 2024..... Join us Friday 10th May at GBS.

Friday Night at the Factory is back and happening in May / June / July / August at Great British Sports Cars.
Happening again this year is our Friday Night at the Factory event -This event we are planning to happen one Friday a month from May to August. Similar style to our GBS Cars & Coffee events this is a great opportunity for you all to have a summer evening ride out in your sports cars / bikes and a meeting point to enjoy an evening of cars, bikes, car chat, music, food and drinks with the GBS Team. The GBS Car Park will be open from 5pm till late.  

Hot Food (Pizza) and Drinks will be available for you all to enjoy on the night. The first date for the GBS Friday Night at the Factory is happening on Friday 10th May and then we plan them to take place in June, July and August. The other dates will be confirmed and announced very soon.

All cars and bikes are welcome and everyone is welcome to join us for a great evening. Please drive responsibly in the local area.

The Kit Spares Shop will not be open on this ‘Friday Night at the Factory’ but please call before and pre order your parts ready to collect on the evening. www.kitspares.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you all and having a car park full of cars. Visit our event page for more details about this event and other events.

Work Experience at GBS..... We welcome Students when we can.

We get a lot of requests for Work Experience here at GBS throughout the year, we do our best to offer work experience opportunities when possible weather it be for a week or just a day. As we manufacture and design a lot of components in house, students are able to see and gain full experience of how the Zero and components are designed and manufactured from start to finish and get to see what’s involved to produce a sports car.

Last week we welcomed 18 year old Reece to GBS for two days work experience, Reece is studying Level 3 engineering and A’ Levels in Maths and Physics at Doncaster UTC - (University Technical College) in Doncaster. Reece has a strong passion for cars and motorsport and enjoyed his time with us last week and will possibly being coming back to join us very soon.

We are a very popular choice with Schools and Colleges throughout the country for work experience placements and student placements. Places are limited and are allocated on first come, first served basis, to apply and for all enquires please visit our career page.

See the Zero and GBS Team at this years Kit Car Shows......

We are pleased to have recently booked our stands at this years Kit Car Shows...... Which are taking place at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd June.

Then later in the year than normal we will also be at the Newark Kit Car Show that is very close to the GBS Factory at Newark Showground in Newark on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September.

We have not yet confirmed which Zeros will be on display but follow us on our social media channels to see more details nearer the time. A sample range of parts from Kit Spares will also be on display - With the option to pre order your parts and collect at the show.

Interested in our Zero kit, then come and see the team and we can discuss the options with you. Or why wait till then, contact us today and book your visit to see us at the factory and we can show you around and discuss the options and enjoy a test drive in one of our Zero demonstrators. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to GBS. Contact us here.

Zero Hand Built to your very own specification.....

Our turn key fully built Zero option is a popular choice. Our top of the range Sports Car offers exceptional value with bespoke specification and customizable performance. In the UK the turn key car is fully registered and ready for you to drive away to enjoy the thrill of the Zero. Also available in LHD and available to export worldwide.

Each car is hand crafted to each customers specification by our skilled and passionate team. There is an extensive range of optional extras and upgrades available, so you will be creating a truly individual sports car that is unique and bespoke to you. Driving a sports car is an intense experience, whatever gear you’re in, the acceleration of the Zero is effortless. The standard Duratec engine gives effortless performance and driveability complemented by a seamless gearbox, whether it is an adrenaline filled drive or touring it gives the best of both. The styling of both the interior and exterior of the car is also unique ensuring you never see two the same.

Together with the GBS team we can tailor your car to meet your bespoke requirements to produce a truly individual car that is unique to you.
On the road price from £41,860.77 inc vat
Click here to explore more details and download our new brochure and options list or contact us today to start your adventure.

Over Easter GBS and Kit Spares will be closed for the long weekend from 29th March- 1st April and be back to normal opening hours on Tuesday 2nd April 2024. You can still order online from our Kit Spares and all orders will be processed and dispatched on Tuesday 2nd April.

Job opportunity to join the GBS team - CNC Machinist / Programmer......

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CNC Machinist / Programmer to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the enthusiastic and dynamic team at GBS with many exciting things happening this year and new products planned to be released.

We are looking to significantly grow GBS in the coming year, this role for a CNC Machinist will be based on site at Great British Sports Cars Ltd (NG22 9ZD) within the engineering and workshop facilities.

To apply for this role please forward your CV and a covering letter to the email provided on our GBS Careers page or click below for more details.

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Race Retro Plan B – Open House at GBS this Saturday 24th February......

Race Retro Plan B – Open House at GBS this Saturday 24th February 10am – 4pm.

We were saddened to hear that this years Race Retro Show has been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. We understand their decision and that the safety and well-being of attendees, participants, staff and local residents remain their top priority.

Due to cancellation of the Race Retro Show we have decided to have an open house at GBS this Saturday (24th February) from 10am to 4pm. We are delighted that we will also be supported by a few other exhibitors and clubs that were going to be at the show that we will share more about later in the week on our social media channels.
If you were planning on visiting our stand at the Race Retro this weekend we hope you will come and join us on Saturday at GBS instead, below are some more details about what we are planning -

-Meet the GBS Team and see the GBS Zeros that we will have on display - Chance to see a range of Zeros including our new Zero Race Car, Zero chassis and more.
-Classic F1 Car will be on display in our workshop.
-Morgan’s – Suspension Supplies will be here with their Stand.
-The GBS Workshop will be open.
-The Kit Spares Shop and Showroom will be open. – www.kitspares.co.uk
-Refreshments will be available (Tea / Coffee Biscuits)
- More details will be announced on our social media.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday at GBS, everyone is welcome.

Saturday 24th February from 10am.
At Great British Sports Cars Ltd, Maun Way, Boughton, Ollerton, Nottingham, NG22 9ZD.

National Apprenticeship Week..... We are pleased to have an Apprentice with us here at GBS.

As its National Apprenticeship Week we thought we would share an update on our apprentice that we have here at GBS.
Lauren, who is based in our fabrication and welding department has been with us since 2022 and is doing her Apprenticeship with us whilst studying at Vision West Notts College on a Level 3 Fabricator course where she currently attends 1 day a week.
We have a fantastic team here at GBS and we are all very proud to have Lauren with us as our apprentice who is a very valued member of our team. Hopefully you will get to meet Lauren later in the year at our GBS events and when she is out the track in her car at our next GBS Track Day next month.

“The next generation of car builders are the future to the British Motor Industry.”

— Great British Sports Cars

Job opportunity - Workshop Mechanic & Car Builder......

An opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Mechanic / Car Builder to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the enthusiastic and dynamic team at GBS. We are expanding our team this year and the ideal candidate will enjoy the challenge of working on a range of vehicles including the Great British Sports Cars Zero and have an interest in all things mechanical.

We are looking to significantly grow GBS in the coming year, this role will be based on site at Great British Sports Cars Ltd (NG22 9ZD) within the workshop facilities.

To apply for this role please forward your CV and a covering letter to the email provided on our GBS Careers page or click below for more details.

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