Ginetta G33

The G33 was the first all new Ginetta product following the buy out of Ginetta Cars by a business group headed by Sheffield based Martin Phaff from the founding Walklett family. First shown publically at the 1990 Motor Show, production started the following year.  Despite new management the chassis design was by Ivor Walklett with bodywork by Mark Walklett, the shape being derived from the 1960’s G4 and later G27 models.  The flowing curves and purposeful stance were an instant success.

Designed as a fun road car, the Rover V8 3.9 litre engine packs a considerable punch which also makes the G33 a useful track day car.  The independent rear suspension provides a controlled ride with exceptional cornering ability.

For some export markets the G33 was supplied with a Ford Cosworth 2 litre engine in place of the Rover unit.  The G33 saw strong sales through the early 90’s and continued in production until 1998. A later version with fixed headlamps and a more conventional windscreen known as the G33 SC was also developed and is included in the total production run of around 100 cars.

On display -  1992    Ginetta G33