1966 Ginetta G4 #0245

This series 2 Ginetta G4 is arguably the fastest Ginetta G4 in the U.S. It arrived at our shop with a 1500cc Ford pre-crossflow engine installed. The engine was later bored to 1700cc, then replaced with a 1600cc Ford Kent crossflow engine. The live rear axle has also been converted from the original Austin A40 unit to a more durable Ford Anglia rear. This Ginetta is a great example of a car reputed for its speed, and its unique square-tube chassis provides great rigidity. It is a regular front-runner alongside mid-engined sports racers, big-bore American muscle, and Porsche 911s. This car currently holds the medium-bore track record at Pitt Race near Pittsburgh.


Engine

• 1,600cc Ford Kent Crossflow
• 205bhp, 8,000rpm redline
• Dual 45mm Weber DCOE carburetors
• Billet crankshaft, steel rods, forged pistons
• Roller rocker arms


Drivetrain

• 4-speed Ford close-ratio, straight-cut dogbox
• Magnesium bellhousing
• Aluminum transmission case
• Ford Anglia live rear axle
• 3.9:1 final drive


Body/Chassis

• All fiberglass body with removable nose and bonded center tub
• Square-tube spaceframe chassis design
• Unique chassis design based on period Ginetta works race cars
• Total weight: ~1,260lbs without driver


Brakes/Suspension

• Coilover suspension at all four corners
• Triumph Spitfire front control arms
• Triumph GT6 front brake calipers and rotors
• Lower A-arm on live rear axle • Ford Anglia 8" cast iron rear drums