Is a Westfield a kit car?

Westfield Sportscars are manufacturers of both factory built and kit versions of several two-seater, open top sportscars.

Which is better Caterham or Westfield?

The main difference between Westfield and Caterham is that the former has bodywork made from glass fibre, while its rival has an aluminium body. The Westfield is small, low and light and does not need a thundering great engine. (Though Westfield sells a model with an earth-shaking 300bhp V8.)

How much does it cost to have a kit car built?

How much do Kit Cars cost? Kit cars have an average cost of about $12,000. However, some manufacturing companies produce and price their kit cars between $6,000 and $50,000. Depending on the features you want, you can even spend about $125,000, all the way up to $1,595,000.

How long is a Westfield kit car?

Westfield SEiGHT
Dimensions
Length 3,340 mm (131 in)
Width 1,610 mm (63 in)
Curb weight From 657 kg (1,448 lb)

What is a Westfield SE?

The staple Westfield is the SE. Early ones from the 1980s have a five-link, solid rear axle from the Ford Escort. It suits track use. Towards the end of the decade, the SEi emerged with an independent set-up at the back featuring double wishbones and an Escort differential in a Westfield housing.

Is it cheaper to build a kit car?

Not only do you build the car itself, but you also assemble the kit itself to your own specification. As such, build cost and performance vary, but if you are looking for a cheap kit car, it doesn’t get any cheaper than this.

What is a Westfield SEiW?

SUMMARY. This 2014 Westfield SEiW is a well-maintained kit car, with a rebuilt 1.6-litre engine donated from a Mk1 MX-5, uprated suspension and a smart interior. With a kart-like driving experience and a solid maintenance history, it would make a thrilling track day toy or a fun B-road companion for its next owner.

Why join the Westfield Sports Car Club?

The Westfield Sports Car Club (WSCC) has been serving the interests of its members since late 1986 and has grown in size and strength considerably since. The voluntary positions maintained by the committee confirm the enthusiasm we have to providing the membership with services and functions that the club believe are relevant and well directed.

How much does a Westfield kit cost in Australia?

SEiW Rolling Kit $18,999 AUS (Inc GST) Click here to view the brochure. Westfield XI Comprehensive kit $26,950 AUS (Inc GST) Click here to view the brochure. Westfield SportscarsANZ PTY LTD

Why did Westfield change the design of their cars?

This led Caterham to threaten litigation (based on Industrial design rights) in the late 1980s which was eventually settled out of court and resulted in Westfield improving and changing the design of their cars. Whilst externally sharing a common look, Westfield and Caterham cars are somewhat different in construction.

What kind of engine does Westfield use in their cars?

The wide range of drivetrain configurations available to Westfield customers now includes the Honda S2000 engine and gearbox as part of the company’s MegaS2000 kit and cars. According to figures given to the magazine Total Kit Car, Westfield produces about 450 SEi and XTR chassis each year.