Robin Hood 2B+ Kit Car. Highest Quality Construction.
Superb throughout. Unique Removable Hardtop. Very Low Miles.
Reluctant sale of my stunning and highly individual seven-style Robin Hood 2B Kit Car with an unique custom built removable Hard Top.
I have owned and enjoyed 'ROH' for a little over a year, but sadly personal circumstances have changed and this remarkable wee rocket is now looking for a new (and good) home.
The car is as close to perfect as possible and will take you anywhere... with a smile on your face and a roar in your ears!
I've previously owned a number of kit cars, but was looking for more of a 'Grand Tourer' style which would provide some comfort and better weather protection for longer (and oft times wet in Scotland) journeys. Having looked and pondered over many options I was amazed to find this kit car with a removable hardtop... the best of both worlds!
I bought 'ROH' from the original owner/ builder a qualified and skilled engineer who had spent over 20 years creating this magnificently contrived and crafted machine. It's all correctly tested and registered on an age related plate, and with 'Robin Hood 2B' on the V5. The car has a remarkable MoT history and currently has 5 months to run before renewal.
There's just 7600 genuine miles on the clock. Never raced or abused, and always garage stored. It's in immaculate condition throughout, and always draws a lot of attention and compliments. Meticulously detailed with many unique and custom features - There's really very little you could describe as "standard", and I think it's reasonable to describe it was one of the most unique and immaculately presented examples built.
The base kit-spec is a mild steel chassis with stainless panels, front wishbones, and wide rear arch kit. The donor was a 1986 Ford Sierra 2. 0GL.
During my ownership over the past 12 months, I prepared the car for long-term ownership and more frequent use. Much has been done including...
- 2 rolling road tuning sessions at AG Motorsport in Kilmarnock
- complete new ignition system (coil, plugs, 12mm custom-made leads)
- new (2023) 6" custom stainless exhaust with '7 - style' heat shield
- high-output alternator
- geared hi-torque starter motor
- cam shaft sensor
- high 'CCA' battery
- new Hella Headlight sealed beam units with upgraded bulbs
- new Hella mini led driving lamp bar fitted behind front grille and wired to main beam
- new 'DAX' front cycle wings (stiffened the bonded and bolted)
- additional thermal management added to engine bay over and above the exhaust wrap
- trickle air vent on rear window
- tinted sun visors
- courtesy light
- new set of Uniroyal Rainsport 5 tyres (I love these!)
- new steel spare wheel & tyre
- rear mudflaps
- adjustable door stays
- PIAA 'Oto Style' twin horns (from the 'Us of A')
In addition to the above, the car has been serviced and properly maintained.
DETAILED SPEC as follows...
CHASSIS and BODYWORK...
Mild Steel chassis etch primed and finished in 2K gloss black
GRP and wide rear arches finished in Ford Imperial Blue Pearl
DAX cycle wings (reinforced) with custom brackets
Modified Headlamp Brackets
Fixed scuttle and forward tilting bonnet (unrestricted engine access)
Custom nose cone skirt and air intake scoop with recessed '7' enamel badge
Marine style stainless steel engine bay vents
Stainless Steel '7' Windscreen pillars, Chromed '7' Grille
Dedicated Jacking points, with jack included
STEERING and SUSPENSION...
Adjustable GAZ Coilovers all round
Upgraded front wishbones (OldTimbo kit), improving suspension geometry and adjustable for camber/ rake/ trail, etc
Camber adjustment sleeve has been upgraded to the stronger steel version
Tie rod ends replaced 2018
Bottom ball joint dust covers replaced 2022
Track rod ends replaced 2018
Rear camber correction wedges fitted
Refurbished Speedline alloys with new Uniroyal Rainsport 5 tyres (approx 1000 miles wear)
Locking wheel nuts
New Spare Wheel with new tyre...
ELECTRICAL & WIRING...
Premier Wiring Systems Loom
Halogen Headlamp bulbs upgraded (Main/ Dip Osram Nightbreaker Laser & Side Lucas LED's)
LED overtaking/ main beam mini Hella lightbar
High level rear brake light (roll bar)
Individual rear lights
Mini Wiper motor, with stainless wiper arms
Side Indicators incorporated into wing mirrors and nose cone
FULL SPEC> continued below in 'History'
FULL SPEC. continued from above...
ENGINE, MECHANICAL & BRAKES...
2. 1 Ford Pinto Engine - originally carb, now running aftermarket fuel injection
OMEX 600 ECU - rolling road setup at Steve Walford and recently re-tuned (to incorporate new Lambda sensor) at AG Motorsport
Honda CBR Throttle Bodies on a custom DANST Engineering inlet manifold, ITG Filter
Adjustable fuel pressure regulator (with removable gauge)
Focus injectors
Weber 36-1 Crank Position Kit
Competition Coil Pack
205 block completely refurbished and rebuilt to 2. 1 spec, new pistons, etc
Vulcan Engineering cylinder head, unleaded valve seats
FR32 Cam, Vernier Pulley
Lightened & balanced flywheel
Shortened sump
New MiJ 6" Stainless exhaust fitted April 2023, with 4-1 manifold kit and 'Seven Style' Heat Shield
STACK Lambda Sensor
New Clutch fitted during engine rebuild
Type 9 5-speed gearbox with quick-shift kit
Vibra-Technics Gearbox mount
Kenlowe Electric 'sucker' fan, with adjustable thermostat
Aluminium Oil catch and water expansion tanks
Braided Stainless Steel brake hose kit fitted
New front discs fitted during build
Greenstuff pads fitted 2021
New Rear drums, slave cylinders and service kit fitted 2021
Custom Alifab fuel tank (approx 50+ litres), baffled and swirl pot (fuel sender replaced March 2024)
New SYTEC Fuel Pump
INTERIOR & BOOT...
Cobra 7 seats in black vinyl with blue piping
Willans 4-point harnesses in Blue
Drivers seat on sliding runner (loads of leg room)
Momo Team leather steering wheel
Fully carpetted and upholstered cabin, in black carpet and blue/ black vinyl
Custom dashboard, featuring brushed stainless central console, and top-mounted instrument pods
Caerbont/ Smiths individual gauges - Aluminium bezel, white face. Featuring Speed, Tacho, Fuel, Water temp, Voltage, Clock and STACK Air/ Fuel ratio.
Rocker Switches for 2-speed cabin heater/ demist fan and rear fog light
12v auxillary port
Aluminium bezel warning lights
Aluminium Gear knob and handbrake lever
Chrome bezel Gear lever ring with vinyl gaitor
Netting storage compartments
Aluminium chequer plate foot plates (driver & passenger)
Fire Extinguisher
Roll bar flyscreen/ wind deflector
Fully upholstered lockable boot lid
Large fully upholstered boot, with built in tool compartment
Upholstered spare wheel cover
WEATHER PROTECTION...
Custom made GRP removable hardtop (just 4 latches), with lockable opening rear screen for boot access and trickle vent for cabin ventilation
Removable, lockable doors for hardtop with adjustable door stays
Additional upholstered doors for use when the hard top roof is removed
Frame work and brackets for soft top (not done a soft top as yet)
Soft indoor garage tailored car cover
Quality Monsoon Outdoor tailored cover (for longer trips away)... the car is ALWAYS garaged
Lightweight rain-proof cabin cover (as new) kept in boot for day trips without the hard top
SUMMARY...
So, what not to like?
Here you have a superbly engineered, quick and agile Lotus '7' type sports car that's a convertible for top-off motoring but has an entirely weatherproof comfy & spacious cabin, cosy heater and a good-size boot for making the Grand Tours.
If you want, buy a soft-top hood and you'll have all options covered.
The reliable, bullet-proof tuned Ford Pinto engine is just another reason why this package is so attractive and a 12 gallon fuel tank is wonderful for peace of mind between 'pit stops'.
Of course. there's a ton of paperwork and information available, two sets of keys and some useful spares and clever bits n' pieces.
If you're tempted to become one of Robin Hood's 'Merry Men (or ladies)', then please don't hesitate to get in touch. There are more detailed images available on request.
I am retired so if delivery is a problem, I can probably help.
Thanks for looking and keep the wheels turning!
