JBA Falcon:CKC Guide 2009
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JBA Falcon
THE ORIGINAL JBA Falcon was launched in 1982 by the founders of JBA Engineering. First, Ford Cortina based and later Sierra based, the JBA Falcon was re-launched back on to the market in 2011 by JBA Motors, naturally, now based on a BMW 3-Series. JBA Motors founder, Bill Willcock, has built a number of the original cars, so had a good understanding of what aspects of the build and drive quality needed to be improved upon to make the new car much easier to build, comfortable to drive, and a fresh contender in today’s kit car market. Builders can still strip a BMW 3-Series and source many of the components from a vehicle recycling facility, but refreshingly all of the parts are easily available new. There is also the option of a BMW Donor Pack, primarily saving time, but ultimately making the whole build process easy and enjoyable. The BMW 3-series offers a wealth of engines, from an economic 4-cylinder to a more powerful 6-cylinder M3 engine. The JBA Falcon uses a substantial ladderframe chassis that comes with the central body unit factory fitted, which together gives the car rigidity and strength. The new car has been re-designed around drivability, capitalising on the wealth of space the JBA Falcon offers, with standard size adjustable seats at the front and a large half shelf seat at the rear. It now offers the supple suspension and driving experience the beautiful design deserves. Owners of the JBA Falcon can be truly proud that they have a special piece of motoring history, this is not a replica or an antique, with 1930s classic lines and 21st century technology, this is a car for the driving connoisseur, designed for daily use.
SPECIFICATION CHASSIS: Ladderframe. BODYWORK: All fiberglass finished in gelcoat. Aluminium bonnet panels and stainless steel brightwork. DONOR CAR: BMW 3-series 1992 to 2001. ENGINE OPTIONS: 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder. SUSPENSION: Double wishbone front and rear suspension system. STEERING: Ford rack and BMW column. BRAKES: Discs front and rear. KIT PRICE: Starter Chassis Pack: £2750 (including VAT). Full Build Pack: £8,472 (including VAT). BUDGET BUILD COST: From £12,000.
SUMMARY – The JBA Falcon was always a highly regarded product. The latest revisions and introduction of a modern BMW donor promise to upgrade the car’s image and performance further.
JBA Motors, Norfolk T: 01508 493205 E: enquiries@jbamotors.co.uk W: www.jbamotors.co.uk
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