MAKE: Vauxhall

MODEL: Nova GTE

ENGINE: 4 cyl, 1598cc. Standard apart from Splitfire Platinum spark plugs, Champion silicone plug leads and K&N replacement filter.

TRANSMISSION: Factory Vauxhall 5-speed close ratio gearbox. 3.74:1 final drive.

SUSPENSION: Standard front struts and rear coil springs, with chromed anti-roll bar fitted to the front. Sparco polished Aluminium strut brace .

BRAKES: (F) 9.3" G Force Sport 2000 drilled and grooved discs with braided hoses. (R) 7.9" drums with braided hoses. Standard pads and linings.

WHEELS & TYRES: Vauxhall  15 inch 6  spoke alloys fitted with 185/55 -15 Michelin Pilot SXGT tyres.

EXTERIOR: As Vauxhall intended it apart from headlamp protectors and mudflaps.

INTERIOR: Factory trim, apart from tailored car mats, Corsa leather gear gaiter, and polished stainless steel kick plates.

ICE: Yes!! Yes!!

SECURITY: All the bells and whistles, plus one violent girlfriend if provoked!! All the bells and whistles, plus one violent girlfriend if provoked!!

SHOW HISTORY: PNG Midlands Show 'n' Shine '96 - 1st                     
                                    PNG National Day '97 - 2nd
                                    PNG National Day '98 - 3rd
                                    PNG National Day '99 - 1st

INSURANCE: £283 per year fully comprehensive with 5 years NCB, through "Herts" insurance.

THANKS TO: Debbie for understanding (most of the time!), mum & dad for helping me on my way, and Robbie for fitting the ICE and lending me the garage in the early days. Big shout to Jane for the cups of tea and bacon butties, and the Midlands Nova loons for all their p**s taking (helpful encouragement) Debbie for understanding (most of the time!), mum & dad for helping me on my way, and Robbie for fitting the ICE and lending me the garage in the early days. Big shout to Jane for the cups of tea and bacon butties, and the Midlands Nova loons for all their p**s taking (helpful encouragement)