Dutton Surf:CKC Guide 2009
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Dutton Surf
THE DUTTON SURF was launched in 2011 from Tim Dutton to much acclaim by all three kit car magazines. It’s based on the Suzuki Jimny 4x4 of any year and specification. The Surf is the only amphibious vehicle that has passed the IVA test – a very important consideration if you actually want to use it. With most kits you buy, you have to fork out much more money on all the hidden extras such as seats, wheels, tyres, instruments and so on. With the Surf kit, you get everything that isn't already on the Jimny with the exception of an electric fan. Fully road/water legal cars can be on the road (and water) for under £8500. Full weather equipment, soft and hard tops are available.
SPECIFICATION CHASSIS: Glassfibre monocoque. Stainless spreader plates laminated into mounting areas for suspension etc. BODYWORK: Separate doors and bonnet panel in glassfibre. DONOR CAR: Suzuki Jimny. ENGINE OPTIONS: Any Suzuki Jimny engine, petrol or diesel (latter only suitable for left-hand drive Surfs). SUSPENSION: Standard Suzuki suspension. STEERING: Suzuki Jimny steering box. BRAKES: Discs front, drums rear. ABS on donors built after 2005.
SUMMARY – Tim Dutton has been building amphibious cars for longer than any previous manufacturer in history. The Jimny based Surf is the culmination of all those years of experience.
KIT PRICE: Comprehensive kit (less donor parts) £7950. BUDGET BUILD COST: From under £8500.
Tim Dutton Amphibious Cars, Arun Shipyard, Rope Walk, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5DH T: 01903 713313 E: factory@timdutton.com W: www.timdutton.com
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