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I apologise for not posting much earlier but I am sure you are aware that I have placed the matter with my attorneys. I hope you would all understand that we are attempting to attain the best outcome for all concerned and as soon as I have any more information I will post further.

It is with great plesure that I can inform ALL that we have finally passed the emmissions requirements here in Australia. The tests were carried out at the EPA test facility here in Melbourn after extensive work with the help of Toyota and inparticular with the staff of MoTeC and my engineers...

As discussed in my last thread on this Manufacturers Section, it is my intention to revisit ALL option prices and to alter them as required. I wish to have all (read most) parts supplied in South Africa or made in South Africa. This can not happen as switches and instruments and even lights are...

As discussed in my last thread on this Manufacturers Section, it is my intention to revisit ALL option prices and to alter them as required. I wish to have all (read most) parts supplied in South Africa or made in South Africa. This can not happen as switches and instruments and even lights are...

We are just preparing Norman Falkiners Roaring Forties GT40 for it first foray to foreign climates. The car is competing in the New Zealand Mille next month and with a bit of luck Norman will give us full details, dates etc. Good luck with her mate, Robert

As of 1 Janruary 2006 the cost of all our cars produced in Cape Town , South Africa will increase due to the cost of manufacture. The price increases are as follows : Turn Key cars from US $ 49,900 to US $ 54,900 Quick Build from US $ 39,900 to US $ 44,900 Deluxe Kit from US $ 34,900 to US $...

Photo\'s RF and Ford GT Just a few photographs of one of our RF GT40's in a photo shoot in Germany for a magazine article. I was amazed at the difference in length although some must be taken off for prospective !!!!! Best wishes, Robert

I am sure that all our friends would like to pass on our kindest thoughts to Hershal. I spoke with Paula , Hershal's wife, this morning (Australia time) and she passed on to me that Hershal had been held overnight in hospital for observation. I believe that he has some allergy. I hope he gets...

We have just included some new stuff in the "showroom" section of the website. I hope you enjoy, Best wishes, Robert

Well I am realy dissapointed that none of you surfers have spotted this before I had the chance to release it. The jungle drums have let me down for the FIRST time. Once into our site have a look at the "showroom" area to see some interactive stuff. This work has taken a very long time and is a...

Our new web site was released yesterday (1 Feb) and our new prices for both the USA and the UK are on that site. The specifications and options are also included. Roaring Forties are no longer offering the rolling chassis kit although those cars already delivered will get the FULL support they...

Et all, I have just got back from a specialist manufacturer with a TEN axis machining center. They have agreed to build me new diff ratios for the Audi OI6 5 speed box so many of us use. The final drive will go to 3.11 : 1 and this is an improvement of about 20% on the original ratios. This...

It is with GREAT pleasure that I can announce the fact that Rick Chattell is to represent my company in the UK. Rick can be contacted at [email protected] Best wishes, Robert Logan

As I am sure you are all aware the 1st. April 1964 was the official launch of the Ford GT ( later to be called the GT40 ). I am not sure if there has been much planned but a 40th. birthday for a 40 , interesting. Best wishes to all, Robert

Could someone please tell me what 5.4 lt engines are fitted to what cars / trucks in the USA. ie. 5.4 sohc to lightening Could someone also give me some contact details for sourcing one of these engines. Many thanks, Robert

The following photograph shows chassis #78 and its polished stainless steel engine bay panels.

The following photographs show chassis #78 nearing completion in the Roaring Forties factory.

Roaring Forties have terminated all relationships with Gordon Levy and Levy Racing. All enquiries for our cars should be made to myself at the Australian factory at Roaring Forties GT40s or through Hershal Byrd at [email protected] The circumstances for this action will be made public...

UBB14-ML-23255-ML- Moved to proper location. Forum had problems eariler.

Last weekend was the first time I had the chance to drive our first GT40 with the OIE 6 speed gearbox. My staff have been testing the car for a few weeks but I have not been able to get my hands on the car. My staff's comments have been from "the making of the car" from Ross Holder my engineer...