We have a passion for Austin 7 Specials like Cambridge Special, Speedex, 750 & Silverstone, Ashley Laminates, Hamblin, Chris Gould Specials, Super Accessories and scratch built cars We build a Special
They are hand built bodies Called, Speed Seven
We are often asked what is the difference between a Special, kitcar & a replica
A Special
A Special is hand built car which is typically built
from scratch by an individual
The car that is assembly by the individual is built from one make of vintage or classic car and is offended called re-body. A Kit Car
A kit car is a vehicle that is available as a kit of parts manufacturer by a company to sells, the buyer then assembles into a functioning car. Usually many of the major mechanical parts such as the engine and gearbox axle are sourced from donor vehicles or purchased new. They can come from many make of Vehicles
Kits vary hugely in price and completeness some come as a book of plans or as a complete set kit with all components included except donor vehicle parts. A replica
A replica is a copy of the original its shape and appearance is make to look as closely resembling of the original car in it appearance