Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) has unveiled the new T.33 Spider.
The development programme for the carbon fibre monocoque chassis of the T.33 is said to have been led by the Spider, ensuring that is delivered no compromises to structural integrity and avoided the weight increases which typically arise from the traditional approach of adding reinforcements and bracing.
GMA T.33 Spider makes use of a 3.9-litre V6 generating 609bhp What is different for the T.33 Spider is the use of a fixed section roof, the panels of which can be specified in a range of colours or stowed in the front luggage compartment when not in use. The rear glass behind the rear bulkhead does, however, drop down at the press of a switch.
This roof design has allowed the T.33 Spider to keep to a low 1,018kg dry weight - just 18kg more than the T.33 Coupe.
Also exclusive to the T.33 Spider are the buttresses which flow harmoniously from the roof. These sit ahead of the louvres which further aid engine cooling, and also bring added visual emphasis to the ram induction airbox which is mounted directly to the engine itself.
Rev-counter in the cabin stays defiantly analog Speaking of which, the GMA T.33 Spider makes use of a 3.9-litre unit which utilises a 65-degree cylinder bank angle for optimum packaging within the monocoque, and contributing to the car's low centre of gravity.
This engine vents into exhaust manifolds crafted from inconel - lightweight and capable of withstanding extremes of temperature.
This engine delivers a total of 609bhp, delivered at a stratospheric 10,250rpm. Peak torque from this unit, meanwhile, is 451Nm, although 75% of this is delivered from a lowly 2,500rpm, so driving the T.33 in traffic shouldn't be too much of a chore.
The engine in the GMA T.33 Spider also gets yellow cam covers in place of the orange ones used on the T.50, a touch said to be inspired by the distinctive paintwork of the Gordon Murray-designed 1972 Duckhams Ford LM race car.
The T.33 Spider comes exclusively with the Xtrac-supplied six-speed manual gearbox This GMA T.33 Spider will also only be offered with a six-speed manual gearbox developed by motorsport supplier Xtrac.
A floodlit and analogue centrally-mounted rev counter sits within the cabin of the T.33 Spider, supported on either side by secondary displays for climate control and infotainment, the latter featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
There's additionally a carbon fibre steering wheel, and the car's pedals, gear shift lever and switchgear are machined from aluminium alloy, each to be perfectly tailored to its owner.
The GMA T.33 Spider is set to be hand-built at the marque's new bespoke global headquarters at Highams Park, Windlesham, U.K.
The development programme for the carbon fibre monocoque chassis of the T.33 is said to have been led by the Spider, ensuring that is delivered no compromises to structural integrity and avoided the weight increases which typically arise from the traditional approach of adding reinforcements and bracing.
This roof design has allowed the T.33 Spider to keep to a low 1,018kg dry weight - just 18kg more than the T.33 Coupe.
Also exclusive to the T.33 Spider are the buttresses which flow harmoniously from the roof. These sit ahead of the louvres which further aid engine cooling, and also bring added visual emphasis to the ram induction airbox which is mounted directly to the engine itself.
This engine vents into exhaust manifolds crafted from inconel - lightweight and capable of withstanding extremes of temperature.
This engine delivers a total of 609bhp, delivered at a stratospheric 10,250rpm. Peak torque from this unit, meanwhile, is 451Nm, although 75% of this is delivered from a lowly 2,500rpm, so driving the T.33 in traffic shouldn't be too much of a chore.
The engine in the GMA T.33 Spider also gets yellow cam covers in place of the orange ones used on the T.50, a touch said to be inspired by the distinctive paintwork of the Gordon Murray-designed 1972 Duckhams Ford LM race car.
A floodlit and analogue centrally-mounted rev counter sits within the cabin of the T.33 Spider, supported on either side by secondary displays for climate control and infotainment, the latter featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
There's additionally a carbon fibre steering wheel, and the car's pedals, gear shift lever and switchgear are machined from aluminium alloy, each to be perfectly tailored to its owner.
The GMA T.33 Spider is set to be hand-built at the marque's new bespoke global headquarters at Highams Park, Windlesham, U.K.
