XK8s are a perfect candidate for recommissioning into a sports rally variant.

Currently, the 1997 Coupe is undergoing a series of tests to see just how many modules and services it can do without, and still start ( and pass smog. )

3875 pounds, less driver and fuel... here is my list of want-to-removes:

#1. Automatic Transmission ( retaining TCU for smog and anti-lock )
Yes, I've seen it done, and want a manual transmission
weight savings : 50 lbs

#2. Gearing for 150mph, 120mph is just fine. All the best roads run East to West, so we can only get up to 80 or 90mph in any event.
weight savings : 0 lbs

#3. Air Conditioning in the engine compartment ... put a dehumidifier and heater for outside air in the boot.
weight savings : 80 lbs

#4. BarcoLounger Seating. Set once mechanicals are fine. Ditch the vestigial rears, as well.
weight savings : 150 lbs

#5. 80 lbs of sound deadening and the stock exhaust ( route it out the side. )
weight savings : 90 lbs

#6. That center console.
weight savings : 25 lbs

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So clearly, this isn't going to be a car for being stuck in traffic.

XK8 3,674 pounds
- 395 pounds
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3,279 pounds

E-type 2,579 pounds
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700 pounds difference

Just for the pure fun, really.

 

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Hello, Mark,
Your car certainly Won't be stuck in traffic, because if you really do away with mufflers it will be impounded for excessive noise by the first municipal constabulary you encounter.

But you could have a lot of fun with it.

Welcome to the forums from ElinorB.
(';')

 

Welcome.

Interesting project.

 

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