AGM WLR:CKC Guide 2009
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AGM WLR
HAVE YOU EVER watched the Le Mans 24-hour race on TV and thought, “I wonder what it would be like to drive something like that?” If you have, then this one’s for you! The sensational looking AGM WLR never fails to turn heads when it’s out and about on the road – the only downside is the amount of roadside seminars you have to give when you take it for a spin. But that’s why we love kit cars. Over the years, the WLR has been steadily refined. The main area of improvement being the chassis, which is now manufactured in-house. The torsional stiffness has been vastly increased and now allows the car to run high-powered engines. These have included the GM LS-1 V8 (as fitted in the Corvette) and the BMW M3. With these engines installed, the WLR is now beginning to take on supercar status, but without the supercar price tag. Indeed, it’s possible to put one together for under £10,000. Despite its hardcore image, the WLR is surprisingly practical. The optional full screen and soft top, as well as a remarkable amount of storage space, make the WLR ideal for a trip to its spiritual home of Le Mans. So if it’s individuality you’re after, and you don’t mind a little attention, then look no further than the AGM WLR. It’s designed to be driven!
SPECIFICATION CHASSIS: Spaceframe chassis. BODYWORK: Glass reinforced plastic. DONOR CAR: Ford Sierra, rear disc models. ENGINE OPTIONS: Ford Zetec, Duratec, Cosworth Turbo, Cosworth V6, BMW M3, Rover V8, GM LS1, LS2. SUSPENSION: Front – Double wishbones with standard Sierra hubs. Rear – Double wishbones with fabricated uprights and standard Sierra hubs (with disc brakes). Coilover dampers front and rear. STEERING: Modified Sierra rack. BRAKES: Standard Sierra calipers and discs or aftermarket 4-pot calipers and discs. KIT PRICE: Chassis kit, including wishbones and rear uprights from £1600. Body kit, including body shell bonnet, front splitter, rear diffuser and aeroscreen £3000. Prices include VAT. BUDGET BUILD COST: From £9500. TURNKEY PRICES: From £17,500 to £31,000.
SUMMARY – Totally out-of-this-world looks provide the AGM WLR with a welcome splash of individuality in a scene awash with Cobra and Lotus Seven inspired replicas.
AGM Sports Cars Ltd, Unit 10 Industry Road, Carlton Industrial Estate, Carlton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S71 3PQ T: 01226 700373 E: enquiries@agmsportscars.co.uk W: www.agmsportscars.co.uk
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