Evo
The Ultima Evo features supercharged 6.8-liter LS V8 producing 480-1,020 horsepower depending on specification through Porsche-manufactured six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel-drive at 950kg curb weight establishing power-to-weight ratio exceeding 1,100 horsepower-per-ton in top 1,020hp configuration, achieving 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds and 240 mph top speed. Kit car specification includes mid-engine layout optimizing weight distribution, carbon fiber and fiberglass composite bodywork, tubular steel space frame chassis, independent suspension with adjustable dampers, racing brake package, minimal interior appointments prioritizing performance over comfort, and customer-assembled construction allowing specification customization supporting individual performance goals and budget constraints.
Ultima Evo launched 2015 represents British manufacturer evolution of legendary GTR model establishing kit car performance rivaling contemporary hypercars through extreme lightweight construction and American V8 power accessibility, creating DIY supercar alternative for enthusiasts willing to invest assembly time achieving six-figure exotic performance at fraction of turnkey pricing. The LS engine architecture provides proven reliability and massive power potential through extensive aftermarket support, while kit car format avoids stringent homologation requirements enabling unrestricted performance specification, establishing accessible entry into hypercar performance territory through grassroots approach celebrating British low-volume specialist tradition, with customer assembly creating ownership connection and mechanical understanding unavailable from mass-produced alternatives, representing ultimate power-to-weight optimization demonstrating lightweight philosophy conquering contemporary horsepower escalation through Chapman add lightness ethos applied to modern LS-swapped execution creating straight-line and track performance rivaling million-dollar hypercars through engineering excellence over marketing hype.