Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Mr. Robinson, 80, does not look his age !
He built this sports car 17 years ago.
Judging from the lines, symetry and seams, it was perhaps not his first project :-)
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Philip Robinson
BRDC
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
To get better handling in village traffic, it was adapted - this change also meant a reduction from 100bhp to 90 bhp.
The original 930cc Imp engine was enlarged to 1000cc for years, but it is 1040cc now.
It will do 90 mph in 3rd gear or 70mph in 2nd. It has a close-ratio rally gearbox from a Hillman Avenger.
LEJoG
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
It is built on a Herald chassis, shortened by 12 inches.
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
British Racing and Sports Car Club (BRSCC)
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4
Imp 12, Matlock (Derbyshire); August 4