Wildcat Builds An Extreme Golf Buggy
New 'street' version of ultimate off-roader has space for your clubs
The £75k-and-up Wildcat 300STR is powered by what its builder Qt Services calls a 'Dakar-spec' version of the 4.0 Rover V8 engine, built from original unused Thor engine blocks by engine supplier ACR. As installed Qt Services claim an output of 255bhp, and 260lb ft of peak torque for this entry-level engine which is good for a 0-60mph time of around six seconds. Maximum speed is usually around 120mph, depending on gearing.
"If you consider that the 300STR is essentially a two-seater, there are a number of options open to you and this first production 300STR has been specified with rear storage for the new owner's golf clubs. We'd love to be there when he rocks up to the clubhouse and parks it next to the Astons and Mercedes!" says the boss of Qt Services, Dave Marsh.
There are three Wildcat variants to choose from - the 300STR pictured here, the 400NSR which is a full competition model designed for hill rallies and tout terrain events and the top spec 500DKR which has the full rally raid package for serious and seasoned competitors. The two top models feature a specially-built 4.0 litre version of Jaguar's previous generation 4.2 litre V8 - with power outputs that start at 285bhp (plus 300lb ft, most of which is available at 1400rpm), or upwards depending largely on the depth of your pockets.
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In fact, pretty much this V
..but with a monster engine and chassis under it!
Several tuning firms offer -2 suspension drops and uprated shockers, even twin shockers per corner if you want it.
Combine this with some poly bushes and weight saving.
RV8 engine will fit straight it, so something like a cammed and head 4.6 from a p38a should make ~280hp and maybe with a 100 shot of nitrous on top.
In fact, pretty much this V
..but with a monster engine and chassis under it!
Several tuning firms offer -2 suspension drops and uprated shockers, even twin shockers per corner if you want it.
Combine this with some poly bushes and weight saving.
RV8 engine will fit straight it, so something like a cammed and head 4.6 from a p38a should make ~280hp and maybe with a 100 shot of nitrous on top.
In fact, pretty much this V
..but with a monster engine and chassis under it!
Several tuning firms offer -2 suspension drops and uprated shockers, even twin shockers per corner if you want it.
Combine this with some poly bushes and weight saving.
RV8 engine will fit straight it, so something like a cammed and head 4.6 from a p38a should make ~280hp and maybe with a 100 shot of nitrous on top.
In fact, pretty much this V
..but with a monster engine and chassis under it!
Several tuning firms offer -2 suspension drops and uprated shockers, even twin shockers per corner if you want it.
Combine this with some poly bushes and weight saving.
RV8 engine will fit straight it, so something like a cammed and head 4.6 from a p38a should make ~280hp and maybe with a 100 shot of nitrous on top.
Something about business having to make money I think
I still wouldn't have one though, air con and radio or not, they're a pain in the arse on the road.
Is this any relation to the Bowler Wildcat?
Thanks. Makes sense now. too, Bowler are making a road legal Nemesis too, although I'd imagine it would cost more than the Wildcat Is this any relation to the Bowler Wildcat?
Thanks. Makes sense now. too, Bowler are making a road legal Nemesis too, although I'd imagine it would cost more than the Wildcat http://www.bowler-offroad.com/Nem_2009/Nemesis_EXR...
while this wildcat is based ona landrover defender.
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