The GBS Zero is perfect for any adventure....

The GBS Zero is designed to offer versatility, excitement, and performance for all kinds of driving experiences. Whether you're aiming to carve corners on track days, take on the thrill of hill climbs, enjoy leisurely Sunday drives, or even use it for everyday commuting, the Zero is built to deliver. It’s also perfect for long-distance traveling and touring, with a customizable setup to suit your unique driving style and needs. Whatever your vision is for your Zero, we’re here to help you make it a reality—working with you to create a personalized build that meets your specific requirements and turns every journey into an unforgettable adventure. Contact us today to discuss in more detail the options we offer.

Fantastic weekend at the Classic Motor Show with the Zeros….

We had an fantastic weekend at the Classic Motor Show at the NEC in Birmingham! Thank you to everyone who visited our stand over the three days—it’s always such a pleasure to connect with so many of our customers and meet new faces. This show is one of our annual highlights, and Saturday, in particular, was bustling with energy.

This year, we were thrilled to showcase a brand-new Zero powered by the Ford Duratec engine, recently featured at Central GB, our new dealership in Nottinghamshire. Alongside this was a classic-styled Zero build, which drew a lot of attention, as well as a Mazda chassis and an exciting display of Kit Spares and ATR Products. For those interested in our parts, visit Kit Spares, or drop by our showroom and shop, open Monday through to Friday. The shop will also be open for collections during our Christmas Cars & Coffee event next month. Visit our GBS YouTube channel to see a short video of our stand at this years Classic Motor Show, click here.
Though this was our last major show of 2024, we’re now eagerly looking forward to our upcoming Christmas Cars & Coffee event on Saturday, 7th December. This is always a great opportunity to celebrate the season, see more details here.

Looking ahead, the 2025 GBS calendar is shaping up to be our busiest yet, with even more shows, track days, and exciting new events in the works. Keep an eye on our events page, as we’ll be releasing the full line up very soon. We can’t wait to see what the next year has in store!

GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee is happening at GBS on
Saturday 7th December.

Start your Christmas shopping early - Kit Spares Christmas Gift Ideas.....

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift ideas for you and your Zero? Below are just a few ideas to help make this holiday season extra special. Whether you're after performance upgrades, unique accessories, or essential parts, our Kit Spares website has a fantastic range to explore. If you’d prefer, come visit us in our Showroom & Shop for a more personal experience—we’d love to help you find just the right items.

Plus, the Kit Spares Shop will be open for collections on Saturday 7th December , during our Christmas Cars & Coffee event! Be sure to place your order early to have your parts ready to pick up on the day.

A Kit Spares Gift Voucher could make the perfect gift….

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……..

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.

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

Busy weekend at the Malvern Kit Car Show - The NEW Zero EV Chassis was revealed.....

Last weekend (1st & 2nd June) we had a busy time at the Malvern Kit Car Show at Three Counties Showground. We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came to see us over the weekend and it was great to see both new and existing customers. We were located in the main hall and on display was our 2.5 Ford Duratec powered Zero demonstrator along with our new Zero EV Chassis which was revealed for the very first time on our stand. Our full EV Zero self build option was well received and we already have chassis in production, you can see and read more about the new Zero EV on our new Zero EV option page - Click here. Also on our stand was a range of our ATR Products that we design and manufacture, these are all available online from our parts website Kit Spares - www.kitspares.co.uk

The weather was perfect for the show and it was great to see outside busy with stalls, car clubs and much more. We had a dedicated area reserved outside for GBS Owners which was nice to see busy on Sunday with several Zeros parked together. The next event for the GBS Team is our GBS Cars & Coffee event sponsored by Yokohama Tyres which is happening at GBS on Saturday 15th June, visit our event page to see more details.

Follow us on Instagram to see more photographs and videos of the Zeros, click here to visit us on Instagram.

Looking to Insure your Zero, including Cover while you build, Track Day Cover & more.....

Howden Insurance (the new name for A-Plan Insurance) joined us earlier this year at our GBS Cars & Coffee event in March and they know wants important for GBS Zero Owners and have every step of the way covered for you. They offer Self-Build Cover, Laid-Up Cover, Limited mileage, Track Day Cover, Agreed value, Club discount schemes, Breakdown Cover and much more.

If you are looking or interested in Insurance for your Zero or other sports cars, including self-build cover, track day cover and more then visit our Insurance page for more details and to get a quote from Howden Insurance with our dealer reference code.

For more details on the Zero Self build option please click here, or if you are interested in a bespoke factory built Zero then please click here.

Our next GBS Cars & Coffee event is sponsored by Yokohama and will be happening at GBS on Saturday 15th June. Visit our event page for more details and to see what other events we have planned.

Looking for a used Zero.... To enjoy on the road this summer....

GBS Zero (2019) Ford Duratec.

GBS Zero (2011) Ford zetec.

gbs zero (2020) ford duratec

Are you looking for a used Zero.... We currently have these three used Zeros that are available for sale ready to be enjoyed this summer. They range from £14,500 to £33,500 powered by the 2.5 Ford Duratec and a 2L Zetec engine. All of very nice spec with some nice optional extras and upgrades fitted.

Visit our used car page here to see more photographs and spec, all cars are available for viewing, contact us today to book your appointment or contact us to discuss in more detail with the team.

Nice Zero with us for our IVA Service in the workshop.....

This customers 2.5 Duratec powered Zero is now back with us for the IVA Service that we offer and we are currently preparing it for test which is booked for next month. This Ultimate Zero Build was collected in June last year and was returned to us in January and will be on the road and enjoyed this summer. Every Zero self build kit that we sell is different and bespoke to the individual, if you are joining us at our Cars & Coffee event next month then you will be able to see this build that will still be with us in our workshop.

Zero Specification:
The Zero Complete Component Build (Phases 1 to 5 / Standard body / Pre panelled prepared for paint / custom paint / GBS Black Instruments / Seats with Yellow stitching / Upgraded 2” TRS Magnum Ultralite 4pt harness / new GBS side trim set / Upgraded ATR suspension and Brakes. Click here to see more details and options on this Zero kit spec that we offer.
Contact us to discuss the Zero options and Workshop services we offer in more detail.

Painted: Detonator Yellow with 3 Black Stripes / Headlights Black.

You can make your Zero even more stylish with a full range of custom paint options which can be truly individual to you. Our paint service is fast becoming a popular option and is a service that we offer. We are able to colour match and design your cars paint effect with you from start to finish. The paint option is available on both Zero Self Builds and Factory Builds. Click here to read more here about our paint service here.

First event of 2024 for the GBS Team was a great success….

It’s been a busy start to the year at GBS as we were straight into preparing for the first event on the GBS Calendar which was the Autosports International Show at the NEC in Birmingham. The event started on Thursday 11th until Sunday 14th January, it was nice to see and catch up with so many customers and suppliers over the 4 days as well as meet many new customers that we look forward to welcoming to the GBS Factory over the next few months and new suppliers that we also look forward to working with.

We were based in Hall 3, where we had two very nice spec Zero’s on display, including our new high spec Zero Race Car which will be making its first appearance out on the track later this year along with our Zero demonstrator. Both Zero’s attracted a lot of attention and we were also delighted to have Tri-Tech 3D join us on our stand, who had one of the latest UltiMaker 3D printers on display. This printer is an affordable starting point for anyone looking to get into 3D printing, the UltiMaker S7 is built for a wide variety of applications (including End use parts, Tooling, Jigs & Fixtures) many of which are ideal for the Automotive industry.
The next event on the GBS Calendar is our GBS Cars & Coffee event that is proudly sponsored by Howden Insurance which is happening on Saturday 9th March at GBS. Visit our events page for more details and to see what other events that we have planned for 2024, its updated regularly so keep checking.

Something for the Kids to do..... FREE GBS Printable Colouring Book now available.

FREE TO DOWNLOAD….

Now available is a GBS Zero Printable Colouring Book that we have created of the Zeros.
This is free and can be downloaded and printed from our Kit Spares website. It has 5 Zero images to colour and is ideal for Children. Many were handed out at the Classic Motor Show and it was very popular and we have seen some great creations already.
We always like to see them when coloured, so why not send them to us or share them on your social media with us. We look forward to seeing your creations!
This is free to download and we hope you enjoy it.

GBS & Kit Spares 2023 Christmas Opening times & Gift Ideas….

All of the GBS and Kit Spares team are all looking forward to a well earned break over the festive period, below are our Christmas opening times.

The GBS Factory and Kit Spares Shop will be closed from Friday 22nd December and we will be open again and back to normal opening hours on Tuesday 2nd January 2024.

You can still place your orders online from our parts website Kit Spares over the Christmas break, but please note any orders placed on or after 22nd December 2023 may not be processed or dispatched until 2nd / 3rd January 2024. www.kitspares.co.uk Don’t forget to follow us on our GBS, Kit Spares & ATR Products Social Media Channels and over the Christmas holidays to see what we are up to!

Its also our GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee event this Saturday (2nd December) at GBS, we hope you can all join us. More details can be found on our event page the Kit Spares Shop will also be open on the day, if you need any parts to keep you busy over the Christmas holidays or are looking for some Christmas presents.

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Christmas Gift Ideas

Below are just a few Christmas Gift Ideas for you and your Zero’s, visit our parts website Kit Spares or contact us for details.

A Kit Spares Gift Voucher could make the perfect gift….

Recent Zero Duratec engine upgrade in the workshop.....

The GBS Workshop is always busy and recently we welcomed this customers LHD Zero back from Norway that was booked in to have an Engine upgrade that we then presented to the rolling road for the customer. This Zero was fitted with a brand New Duratec crate engine, that had only covered around 3000km prior to the Customer requesting the performance upgrade. This upgrade can now be purchased as a component of kits for you to install yourself from our parts website Kit Spares please see part number PAC0018, we are also able to fit this at an additional cost. Click here to see more details about the workshop services or contact us to discuss the options in more detail.

This Zero is now back on the road and being enjoyed back in Norway, whilst it was with us we did a short video talking about the upgrade. Visit our GBS Workshop YouTube channel to see more.

Busy weekend at the Classic Motor Show with the Zeros….

We had a fantastic time this weekend at the Classic Motor Show at the NEC in Birmingham. Thank you to everyone who visited our stand over all 3 days this show is one of our favourite shows of the year. The GBS stand was busy all 3 days particularly the Friday, its always great to see so many customers over the weekend as well as meet many new customers who we now look forward to welcoming to GBS over the next few months.

On our stand this year was our GBS Demonstrator that is powered by the Ford 2.5 Duratec engine along with a range of Kit Spares and ATR Products on display attracting a lot of attention particularly the popular Ford 2.5 Duratec engine. Visit our parts website www.kitspares.co.uk or come and visit our showroom and shop that is open Monday - Friday to see more products and details. The Kit Spares shop will also be open next month at our Christmas Cars & Coffee event.

This was our last show of the year but we still have one event left, which we are all very much looking forward to which is our GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee event that is happening at GBS on Saturday 2nd December please click here for more details.

The GBS calendar for 2024 is looking very busy with lots of new and exciting events scheduled in, the 2024 GBS calendar will be released very soon. We hope to be at more events, do more track days and much more! So make sure you keep visiting our event page.

GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee is happening at GBS on
Saturday 2nd December.

Another nice Zero Mazda Build recently with us in the workshop for IVA Service.....

A very nice GBS Zero Mazda build has recently left the GBS workshop that was with us for the IVA Service that we offer, it is now waiting for its age related registration to come through before it can be enjoyed on the road. Whilst it was with us we did a short overview video of the car that can now be seen on our GBS YouTube Channel. Below are more details on the spec of this Mazda build:
Mazda Zero Plus Kit / Standard Chassis / ATR Throttle Bodies / 1.8 Mazda engine / ATR Suspension / Momo Quick Release Steering Boss / GBS Logo Seats / LED Style Headlights / Rear Diffuser / Boot Cover / Painted Nardo Grey with the GRP Bonnet Scoop / Registered as an age related plate.

The Mazda MX5 / Miata serves perfectly as a donor for the GBS Zero, and is readily available worldwide with over 900,000 donor cars produced. The Mazda MX5 donor Zero utilises (Mk1, Mk2, Mk2.5) from 1989 through 2005 in either right or left hand drive. We offer a variety of packages to suit all budgets from our starter kit through to a complete kit of components that can be assembled easily by yourself. Click here to explore our Zero Self build Kit options.

NEW Product & upgrade for the Zeros now available.....

We are pleased to share with you a new product that we have recently released, this Cockpit Trim Kit (Part number EXT0086) is now available to be purchased online / instore from our parts shop Kit Spares - www.kitspares.co.uk
These are the perfect finishing piece for your car giving it Mottled textured ABS side trims for covering the stepovers and crescents on both Gen 1 and Gen 2 Zeros.

They are supplied as a car set trimmed and in their natural finish that can be left or can be wrapped or painted to match your vehicle.

Along with a lot of our products these have been designed and manufactured in house by the GBS team, these are currently in stock with the next batch already in production. So you can order your set today.

Evening Factory Tour - Behind the scenes at GBS...

Earlier this week on Wednesday evening we hosted a full factory tour at GBS for a small group. The tour was led by Richard and covered a full behind scenes tour of our GBS facility including the new fabrication department. The tour started in the showroom where light refreshments were served then moving onto the parts and spares store, design room, clean assembly room, engineering machine shop, fabrication, composite department, workshop then back to the showroom where we finished.

We will soon be offering some factory tour opportunities so keep checking our GBS News and events page. In the meantime follow us on Instagram to see more photographs of what we are upto. Also visit our event page which shows where the Zero and GBS team can be seen next.

EXCITING NEWS.... The GBS Zero Build Guide is released......

We are very excited & pleased to share with you the new Zero Build Guide….

This build guide for the GBS Zero guides you through the build process and answers many of the questions we get asked, hopefully making your Zero build as smooth as possible. Dependant on your level of experience, it normally takes around 120 hours to complete the Zero Build. The contents (185 pages) of the guide covers a range of areas of the build from tools & equipment, panelling, assembly of certain aspects of the car to the set up of the car. The new build guide will be issued with all Zero kits that are ordered and those of you that are already in the build status please get in touch (request button below) and we will send you a copy. You can also see more Technical downloads here on our website that might be of interest to you. You can also view a sample of the New Build Guide below so you know what to expect.
This is an ongoing guide that all the team have been involved with and any feed back, comments good or bad will be welcome so we can continue to improve and expand on this guide. Please be aware once you have requested a copy of the build guide please allow up to 24hrs (Monday - Friday) for it to be sent you via email.

Please note: The new Zero Build Guide is a 10mb pdf file document that will be emailed to you. We may also email you in the future with updates and feedback.

See us at The MX-5 National - The Mazda MX5 is the perfect donor car for the Zero..... Start planning your Zero build today.

See us at this years MX-5 National, we will be there with a range of Zeros on display, including a Zero Mazda build. The Mazda MX5 (Miata) serves perfectly as a donor for the Zero.
The MX-5 National is the largest MX-5 event in the World with regularly over 1500 MX-5s of every generation and style attending the show.

The event forms the backbone of the MX-5 community in the UK and it is open to all owners, drivers and enthusiasts as the leading social event to meet up with MX-5 enthusiasts from all across the country. See more details about this event on our event page.

FROM A MAZDA MX5 TO A ZERO

Mazda Zero Single Donor Options

The Mazda based Zero kit leverages the proven design features of the Ford based Zero adapted for a Mazda donor. The Mazda MX5 (Miata) serves perfectly as a donor, and is readily available worldwide with over 900,000 donor cars produced.
The Mazda MX5 donor Zero utilises (Mk1, Mk2, Mk2.5) from 1989 through 2005 in either right or left hand drive.

You can select from a variety of packages to suit all budgets from our starter kit through to a complete kit of components that can be assembled easily by yourself.

Parts required from Donor (Mazda MX5 / Miata):
Engine 1.6 or 1.8, Gearbox, Differential, Front Hubs & Calipers, Rear Hubs & Calipers*, Steering Shaft*, Steering Column with Stalks*, Brake Master Cylinder, Clutch Master cylinder
Propshaft*, Drive Shafts (* indicates exchange items & alterations by GBS)

Contact us to start planning your Zero Self build options today.