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The Vortex GT Initiative reimagines the 1964 Ginetta G4 R as a cutting-edge GT3 contender, blending its classic British sports car heritage with modern endurance racing technology. Every panel is reworked for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, from the trapezoidal front fenders with vertical lips designed to tame airflow around the tires, to the aggressive multi-element rear wing mounted high on swan neck pylons. The widened track and extended rear quarter panels create a purposeful stance that balances mechanical grip with aerodynamic stability, essential for the rigors of sprint and endurance formats.
Underneath the sculpted carbon fiber hood lies the original inline-4, turbocharged and dry-sumped to deliver reliable, sustained power while maintaining balance within the front mid-engine chassis. Complemented by a sequential six-speed paddle-shift gearbox and re-engineered suspension geometry, this build honors the Ginetta’s lightweight DNA while elevating it to the relentless precision demanded by modern GT3 racing.
Blueprint
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Collector's Edition
Inspect poster ↗Technical dossier
Fictional engineering concept
Platform
1964 Ginetta G4 R
Powertrain concept
Original inline-4 upgraded with turbocharging and dry-sump lubrication
Sequential six-speed racing gearbox with paddle shift
Enhanced cooling via front bumper intakes and hood ducting
Roof extractor for cockpit pressure reduction and heat management
Aero package
Carbon fiber front splitter with dual 90mm upward-angled dive planes
Layered carbon fiber hood with integrated forward ducts and exhaust heat slits
Multi-element GT3 rear wing on 850mm high swan neck pylons
Five-plane rear diffuser with 200mm tall vertical edge strakes
Chassis & stance
1964 Ginetta G4 R
Wheels & tires
Front: 18x10 HRE forged beadlock wheels with 305/30R18 Michelin Pilot Sport GT3 slicks
Rear: 18x12 HRE forged beadlock wheels with 335/30R18 Michelin Pilot Sport GT3 slicks
Aluminum race hubs with center-locking nuts
Wheel offsets optimized for wide track and large brake calipers
Fabrication notes
Full carbon fiber bodywork for lightweight strength and aero precision
Custom suspension geometry with widened control arms for camber control
Integrated ducting channels routed through hood and roof for thermal efficiency
Precision-machined aluminum hubs and center-lock systems for endurance reliability
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