GBS - Track Day What a Fantastic (and Hot) Day at Blyton Park with the Zeros!....

Last Saturday (12th July) saw another brilliant day on track as we returned to Blyton Park for another GBS Track Day of the year. The sun was shining, the track was hot, and the Zeros were flying!

Our new Zero Race Car and Mazda-powered demonstrator spent the day doing what they were built for – delivering pure driving excitement lap after lap. It was great to be joined by a number of Zero owners and customers who also took to the track or enjoyed passenger laps with the GBS team. Whether in the driver’s seat or the passenger seat, there were smiles all round.

The Yokohama AO52 tyres once again delivered exceptional grip in the high temperatures, and we had no trouble lapping and gapping many of the other vehicles sharing the circuit. It really shows how capable the Zero is when properly set up and driven to its potential.

A huge thank you to everyone who came along – whether on track, spectating, or just stopping by to chat. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!

We’re already exploring options to squeeze in a few more GBS Track Days later in the year, so stay tuned to our Events Page and social channels for updates.

If you're looking for a car that offers unbeatable performance on both road and track, the GBS Zero could be the perfect choice for you. Click here to explore more about the Zero, or contact us to discuss the self-build or factory-built options.

Photos from the day are now live on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Video highlights from the event have also been uploaded to our social media channels– don’t forget to follow us.

Join us at GBS this Friday evening (18th July) for our July Friday Night at the Factory event happening from 5pm, everyone and all cars are welcome. See more details here on our event page.

Behind the scenes.... Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers – Aston University Students Visit GBS

Earlier this week, we were delighted to welcome a group of engineering students from Aston University to the GBS factory for a full behind-the-scenes tour. The students, who are currently undertaking a GBS Zero self-build project of their own, had the opportunity to explore the complete production process — from design and engineering through to fabrication, assembly, and testing.

As part of their visit, the group saw first hand how the GBS Zero is designed and manufactured in-house, including our ATR components such as suspension, throttle bodies and more. It was a great chance for the students to gain practical insight into automotive engineering and manufacturing, while asking questions and learning from our experienced team.

We're always proud to support educational institutions and student-led projects, and the Zero self-build kit provides an ideal platform for applying real-world engineering skills. Whether it's mechanical, electrical, fabrication or systems engineering, the GBS Zero is a rewarding and exciting challenge that delivers hands-on learning in a truly unique way.

We’re passionate about encouraging the next generation of engineers and are always open to working with schools, colleges, and universities. If you're an educator or part of a student group and would like to discuss an educational build opportunity, a collaboration, or arrange a factory tour — we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us today to explore how we can support your educational or engineering initiative. Explore our website to learn more about the Zero and our range of kits that we offer.

Customers Enjoying Their Zeros on Track at Bedford Autodrome & Snetterton.....

It’s always fantastic to see our customers out on track enjoying their GBS Zeros as they were built to be driven — with passion, precision, and plenty of smiles! Recently, two of our customers took their Duratec-powered Zeros to the Bedford Autodrome and Snetterton Circuit, where they each enjoyed a brilliant day of fast driving on the track.

The feedback from both track sessions has been extremely positive. The Zeros performed exceptionally well throughout the day, delivering both the speed and control that makes them such a joy to drive on the circuit. From fast straights to technical corners, the balance and responsiveness of the chassis really come into their own — exactly what we designed the Zero for.

Whether it’s a fully built turn-key Zero, a custom kit, or a self-build project, our cars are engineered to offer a thrilling experience both on the road and on the track. Their lightweight construction, race-bred suspension, and strong yet flexible drivetrain options make the Zero the perfect dual-purpose sports car.

We’re currently planning our next GBS Track Day, and we’ll be sharing details very soon. These events are a fantastic opportunity for owners to enjoy their cars in a safe and exciting environment, meet fellow enthusiasts, and get support from the GBS team and enjoy passenger laps in our Zero race car with the team.

If you’re interested in joining us for the next event — or have any questions about preparing your Zero for track use — feel free to get in touch. We love seeing the Zeros being used to their full potential, and we’re always here to help you get the most from your build. Stay tuned for more updates and track day announcements!

Fantastic evening at our first Friday Night at the Factory event of the year at GBS.....

On Friday (9th May) we all started of the weekend with our first GBS Friday Night at the Factory event of the year, it was a fantastic evening and great to have a carpark full of Zeros, other sports cars and bikes. The gates opened at 5pm and the car park soon filled up, and everyone enjoyed the the lovely freshly baked pizza by Sherwood Fired Street Food and drinks that we served throughout the evening. We would like to thank you all for joining us and are now looking forward to the next Friday Night at the Factory that will be happening on Friday 20th June.

Friday Night at the Factory was a new event that we created last year that will be happening on the once a month from May to August. Its a similar style to our GBS Cars & Coffee events with the opportunity for you all to have a summer evening ride out in your sports cars / bikes and a meeting point to enjoy an evening of cars, bikes, car chat, music, food and drinks with the GBS Team.

Next Event Date: Friday 20th June 2025.
(May to August)
Times: 5pm till late
Location: Great British Sports Cars - NG22 9ZD.
All cars are welcome and everyone is welcome to join us for a great evening. Food and drinks will be available on the night. Please drive responsibly in the local area.

Our next GBS Cars & Coffee event is happening on Saturday 14th June at GBS with Yokohama Tyres, see more details on our website.

New Zero EV is on its wheels and outside for the first time....

The New Zero EV Demonstrator Rolls Out for the First Time….

We’re very excited to share a big moment from the workshop recently — our brand new Zero EV demonstrator is officially on its wheels and outside for the first time!

This marks a major milestone in the Zero EV project as we continue to develop and refine our all-electric platform. Seeing the car sitting on its wheels out in the daylight really brings the vision to life — a fresh take on performance, sustainability, and driver enjoyment.

The Zero EV represents a new direction in what’s possible with electric kit and sports cars — combining thrilling performance with cutting-edge technology, and the same great customisation options you’ve come to expect from GBS.

Stay tuned for more updates, behind-the-scenes progress, and technical insights as we bring the Zero EV closer to launch. Please also visit our GBS Instagram page where you will see more video and insight into this Zero EV project.

Its back for 2005- GBS Friday Night At The Factory..... Join us Friday 9th May at GBS.

It’s Back! GBS Friday Night at the Factory – First Date of the Year: Friday 9th May We’re excited to confirm that our Friday Night at the Factory evenings are returning to Great British Sports Cars for 2025!

Following the success of previous years, we’ll be hosting these events once a month from May through August, giving you the perfect excuse for a summer evening ride out.

Location: Great British Sports Cars.
Time: From 5pm ‘til late
Food & Drink: Hot food (including pizza!) and refreshments available on-site
First Date: Friday 9th May - Mark your calendars—the first Friday Night at the Factory of the year kicks off in May, with more dates to follow in June, July and August (to be confirmed soon!).

This relaxed, open-to-all event is a fantastic opportunity to bring your sports cars, bikes or just your love of motoring down to the GBS factory. Enjoy an evening of car chat, music, food and friendly faces, gates open at 5pm all cars and bikes are welcome. Please see more details on our event page.

The next GBS Cars & Coffee event is confirmed...... All cars are welcome!

Saturday 14th June at GBS

We’re excited to officially announce the date for the next GBS Cars & Coffee event of 2025 – and it’s set to be another fantastic day! Proudly sponsored by Yokohama Tyres, the event will take place on Saturday 14th June right here at GBS.

As many of you know, the entire team at GBS shares a deep passion for all things automotive and motorsport. Our Cars & Coffee events have become a real highlight of the year for us and our community – bringing together car enthusiasts from all over for a relaxed and enjoyable morning of great cars, great conversation, and of course, great coffee (and cake)!

The events continue to grow each year, with an increasingly diverse mix of sports cars, kit cars, and performance builds filling the car park and spilling out onto the road. It’s always an incredible sight!
We’re especially pleased to be partnering once again with Yokohama Tyres – a brand we’ve proudly worked with and stocked for several years through our parts shop Kit Spares. Their support and enthusiasm for the kit car and motorsport community make them the perfect fit for our events, and we’re delighted to welcome them back for this one.

Whether you're a GBS Zero owner, in the process of building your car, or simply an automotive enthusiast, the GBS Cars & Coffee event is the perfect place to catch up, see some incredible cars, explore the showroom, and chat with the team.
Another great thing about our GBS Cars & Coffee events are that we raise more money for our great charities that we support…. We collect for the Notts & Lincs Air Ambulance, Nottingham Blood Bike & Cancer Research, and will be collecting on the day. Refreshments are free and all we ask for is a donation to our chosen charities.

The Kit Spares shop and showroom ( www.kitspares.co.uk ) will be open on the day for collections. Please feel free to call us or email and pre order and parts, ready to collect on the day.
No booking is required – just turn up and enjoy!
Stay tuned for more details of what we have planned as the date approaches, and don’t forget to follow us on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes of what we are upto!

ALL CARS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US…..

Saturday 14th June at GBS

A Great Start to the 2025 GBS Track Day Season at Blyton Park!

A Great Start to the 2025 GBS Track Day Season!
On Saturday (22nd March) we had a fun-filled day at the track to kick off our first GBS Track Day of the year at Blyton Park with Javelin Track Days! It’s always incredible to see the Zeros out on track together, pushing their limits and delivering an exhilarating driving experience.

Our Zero Mazda demonstrator and Ford Zero Race Car were flat-out all day, completing non-stop laps, even in the rain! The GBS team took turns behind the wheel, making the most of the track time and enjoying every lap. Both cars had queues of eager passengers, keen to experience the thrill of the Zero from the passenger seat.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us—we hope you had as much fun as we did! The little bit of rain didn’t stop the action, and it was fantastic to see so many enthusiastic drivers and spectators enjoying the day.
Stay tuned—the next track day date will be announced very soon, and we hope you can all join us again for more fun on the track!

The Zero is ideal for both the road and track, click here to explore more options about the Zeros. More photographs and videos can be seen on our GBS Facebook and Instagram pages and please visit our new GBS TikTok page to see a short video.

Customer enjoys their Zero on the track for the first time...

Always great to see customers enjoying their Zeros and receiving photos from their adventures! This customer recently took their Zero out for its first track day at Snetterton, and what a fantastic day they had! We love seeing Zeros in action—keep sharing your experiences with us!

Here a few words from Stuart about his Zero self build experience:
“Always wanted to build a Super 7 Kit car, had a good look about and stumbled across GBS. Done a factory visit and love all the cool aluminium parts that came with the kit. I could buy and pay for it stages, which suited me as I have limited space ( and Cash ). Really enjoyed the building process and enjoy driving it. A big plus point was I could fit into a standard GBS, I would had to get a SV Caterham which would of cost more. If your looking for a super 7 kit to build add GBS on your list of places to visit / research before you make a final decision”. Stuart Dunston.

Join us this Saturday (22nd March) at Blyton Park for Our First GBS Track Day of the Year! The event is now fully booked, but the GBS team will be there with our Zero demonstrators, along with several customers who are also set to hit the track. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic day of driving and adrenaline!

Even if you’re not on track, come along and soak up the atmosphere—there will also be a chance to enjoy a passenger ride in our Zero demonstrator! See you there! See more details on our event page.

GBS Cars & Coffee - What a Fantastic Start to 2025!

What a Fantastic Start to 2025!
The first GBS Cars & Coffee event of the year was an absolute blast! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us—it was fantastic to see so many amazing cars and catch up with fellow enthusiasts.

On Saturday, 8th March, we welcomed a huge turnout at GBS for our first Cars & Coffee event of 2025. The weather was perfect, and our car park was full and overflowing with an incredible mix of sports cars, including a fantastic lineup of Zeroes alongside a wide variety of other performance and classic cars. We’d like to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who came along and helped make the day such a great success. A special thanks also goes to the Howden Insurance Team for joining us on the day and supporting the event.

Our GBS Cars & Coffee (& Cake) events, held throughout the year at our factory in Nottinghamshire, have grown significantly since our very first event back in 2016. What started as a small gathering has now become one of our most popular events, with a car park full of incredible sports cars and passionate enthusiasts.

At every GBS Cars & Coffee event, our GBS Showroom and Workshop are open for visitors to explore, as well as the Kit Spares shop, offering a chance to browse a range of parts and accessories. Of course, no event would be complete without cake, biscuits, and unlimited tea & coffee!

These events are completely free, but we encourage donations to help raise money for three great charities that we proudly support: Notts & Lincs Air Ambulance, Cancer Research UK &
Nottinghamshire Blood Bikes.

The GBS team looks forward to welcoming you to our future Cars & Coffee events—keep an eye on our website and social media for the next event date, which will be announced soon! We can't wait to do it all again!

Still looking for that perfect Valentines Gift….. The Ultimate Valentine’s Gift – A GBS Zero!

❤️ The Ultimate Valentine’s Gift – A GBS Zero! ❤️

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, why not think outside the box? A GBS Zero isn’t just a gift—it’s an experience you can both enjoy together! Whether you choose a self-build or a factory-built option, you’ll be making dreams a reality.

Owning a Zero isn’t just about the drive—it’s about the journey. Join us throughout the year for track days, run-outs, Cars & Coffee events, open days, and more! Wherever you go, your Zero will turn heads, bring smiles, and introduce you to a fantastic community.

Contact us today to arrange your visit—we’d love to help you get on the road in your very own GBS Zero!

Other gift ideas…..

Kit Spares have some very nice products that will also make nice Valentines Gifts…….
If your not sure then a Kit Spares Gift Voucher could be the perfect gift! Please visit our parts website www.kitspares.co.uk or come and visit our shop to see our full range of parts & spares or please contact us on 01623 860990 and one of the team can advise you.

Our First Full GBS Factory Tour of the Year.... More dates coming soon!

On Saturday, we hosted our First Factory Tour of the Year, and it was a massive success! We’re delighted to offer this exciting opportunity for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look into everything that goes into creating the GBS Zero and the range of products we manufacture.

Whether you’re considering purchasing a GBS Zero, already own one, or simply have a passion for motorsport and engineering, this tour is for you. Led by Richard, the Director of Great British Sports Cars, and our dedicated team, the tour provides a unique insight into various parts of our operations, including:

• The GBS Workshop

• Parts Department

• Engineering and Assembly Areas

• Fabrication

• Composites and much more.

To ensure a personal and immersive experience, spaces are limited on each tour. When’s the next tour? We’ll be announcing dates for our next Factory Tour opportunity very soon, so keep an eye on our Events Page for updates. In the meantime, check out our GBS Facebook and Instagram page to see a short video of the Factory Tour experience.

Interested in group bookings?
We also cater to larger groups, car clubs, students, and bespoke corporate or private tours and events. If you’d like to arrange something special, please contact us with your requirements, and we’ll be happy to assist.

Thank you to everyone who joined us this weekend—we look forward to welcoming even more of you later this year! Visit our GBS Events page to see what other events we can be seen at and have planned for this year!

The First GBS Cars & Coffee event of 2025 is announced......

Saturday 8th March

We are excited to share with you all that we have now confirmed the date for the first GBS Cars & Coffee event of 2025, which is proudly sponsored by Howden Insurance and will be taking place on Saturday 8th March at GBS from 10am-2pm.

Sponsored By

As many of you know everyone at GBS has a strong passion for cars and anything to do with motorsport and we love our Cars & Coffee events and Track Days etc and we all love to host our Cars & Coffee days which are getting busier and attracting a variety of sports cars each time we host one.

After working with Howden Insurance formally known as A-Plan Insurance for several years now and promoting their Insurance services we are delighted that they are joining us again this year and will be sponsoring our first GBS Cars & Coffee event of 2025.

About Howden Insurance-
Formally known as A-Plan Insurance since announcing its name change in October 2023 has been providing a personalised service to over 600,000 clients since the 1960s. We have over 100 high street branches however, Thatcham branch is the specialist vehicle centre. It opened in 1994, focusing on private car, commercial vehicle and home insurance and offering an independent professional service with a dedicated in-house claims management team.

With a total of over 100 years of insurance experience in our Thatcham branch, the team are on hand to offer a professionally qualified personal service when you need it. Due to our enthusiasm for specialist vehicles, we have developed an experienced team dedicated to classic, kit, high performance and modified cars, as well as imported vehicles… and let’s not forget our track day cover!

We are proud to be associated with many car clubs and associated businesses within this specialist arena and we offer discounts and access to bespoke policies for car club members. So, if you own a specialist vehicle, or are thinking of buying one give us a try. To find out how competitive our prices are give us a call on 01635 874646 and we'll be delighted to discuss your needs. 
Great prices, great cover, great people - we're confident you'll agree!

The GBS Cars & Coffee event at GBS was created in 2016 and has since been a massive success & we have continued to hold the event again for several years. Its an event that we have created that gives the chance for you all to have a ride out in your sports cars / meeting point and enjoy a coffee (plus biscuits/ cake of course) and chat about your cars, all are welcome to join us in any car (modern or classic including bikes). Everyone is welcome to join us and this year we will have even more parking available!
Another great thing about our GBS Cars & Coffee events are that we raise more money for two great charities…. We collect for the Notts & Lincs Air Ambulance & Cancer Research, and will be collecting on the day. Refreshments are free and all we ask for is a donation to our chosen charities.

The Kit Spares shop and showroom ( www.kitspares.co.uk ) will be open on the day. Please feel free to call us or email and pre order and parts, ready to collect on the day to avoid any delays.

All of the GBS and Howden team look forward to seeing you and welcoming you to GBS on Saturday 8th March.

ALL CARS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US…..

First GBS Track Day of 2025 date is confirmed....

The first GBS Track Day of 2025 is happening on Saturday 22nd March 2025 at Blyton Park and the GBS team would like to invite you all to join in your Zero’s.

Its on the outer circuit of Blyton Park which is 1.5 miles and an open pit lane, starting at 9am and finishing at 5pm you will be guaranteed to get lots of laps in. We can’t wait and hope you can all join us and enjoy the day with us. We will be there with the Zero’s which we will be offering passenger rides with one of the GBS team. Passenger passes can all be purchased on the day with Javelin Track Days along with Helmet hire too.

More details about this GBS Track Day can be found on our event page with a link of where to book your place. We recommend that you book soon to avoid disappointment as this is likely to get booked up quite quickly. We will also be doing other track days later in the year so there will more opportunities to join us!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Book your spot now and enjoy a 10% discount if you book before 31st December

GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee.... the weather warning didn’t stop an amazing turnout!

What a Fantastic Final Event of 2024! Last Saturday (7th December) marked one of the wettest GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee event we’ve ever had, and despite the weather warning it didn’t stop an amazing turnout! A huge thank you to everyone who braved the chill, wrapped up warm, and joined us for a day filled with cars, mince pies, and great company.

The GBS & Kit Spares showroom was buzzing with activity, and the Kit Spares shop was kept busy with plenty of sales and inquiries. Visitors also got to explore our GBS Workshop—click here to learn more about the workshop services we offer.

One of the highlights of these events is the chance to give back. Thanks to your generous donations, we were able to support two fantastic charities—Cancer Research UK and the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance. We also welcomed Nottinghamshire Blood Bikes and collected for them, which is another great charity, you can read more about what they do here. All three charities provide invaluable support to so many people and their families. Thank you for helping us make a difference.

We’re already looking forward to hosting more GBS Cars & Coffee events next year. Stay tuned—details of the first event in 2025 will be announced next week! In the meantime, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for photos and videos from the day.

Thank you again for all your support this year, and here’s to more exciting events in 2025!

Fantastic time at our last GBS Track Day of the year at at Blyton Park....

Our new Zero race car and Mazda demonstrator enjoyed being out on the track at Blyton park last Saturday (5th October) for what was our last GBS Track Day of the year. We were joined with other Zero owners and customers who enjoyed some passenger laps. The weather was perfect, as always the Yokohama AO52 tyres were offering crazy grip and we’re lapping and gapping other cars that were also out on circuit. We would like to thank everyone who joined us and hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. We are already looking forward to next years GBS Track Days and are planning on trying to squeeze a few more in.

The Zero is ideal for both the road and track, click here to explore more options about the Zeros. We are hoping to get a few more GBS Track day dates in later this year so hopefully you will be able to join us again. More photographs can be seen on our GBS Facebook and Instagram pages and a short video has been shared on our YouTube channel.

Last event of the year - GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee....

We know it’s a bit early to think about Christmas, but save the date! The GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee event is happening on Saturday, 7th December at GBS. Don't miss out on a festive morning with great cars, coffee, mince pies and much more.

We would like to invite you all to say Happy Christmas and Thank You for all your support this year. The GBS showroom will be open on the day as well as the Kit Spares Shop, we hope you can come and join us!  Everyone is welcome, why not wrap up warm and come in your Zero and other sports cars and help us raise more money for two great charities…. We will be collecting for the Notts & Lincs Air Ambulance & Cancer Research.

Please note that the the Kit Spares shop and showroom ( www.kitspares.co.uk ) will be open on the day. But please call us or email and pre order ready to collect on the day.
All the GBS team look forward to seeing you all. What car will you be joining us in?

GBS Christmas Cars & Coffee with Mince Pies…. Saturday 7th December

Test drives now available at our new GBS dealer ship.....

The Zero has been proudly on display at Central GB, the new main dealer for Great British Sports Cars, in their brand-new second-tier showroom for a few months now, and it has already attracted significant attention. Alongside an impressive collection of Lotus, Morgans, and other high-performance cars, the Zero has quickly become a standout, drawing interest from enthusiasts and collectors alike.

We're excited to announce that a Zero demonstrator is now available for test drives at Central GB. This model, which offers an exhilarating driving experience, is also available for sale. For more information, visit Central GB's website, or better yet, drop by their Nottingham showroom to see the Zero up close and experience its exceptional performance first-hand. Central GB offers a full range of dealer services, making it easy for you to explore, test, and own your dream car. If you prefer, you can also contact us directly to arrange a visit to our facility and learn more about what we have to offer. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or new to the world of sports cars, we're here to help you every step of the way.

Busy weekend at the Newark Kit Car Show....

Last weekend (21st & 22nd September), we had an amazing time at the Newark Kit Car Show at Newark Showground! A huge thank you to everyone who visited us—it was fantastic to see both new and familiar faces. We proudly displayed our 2.5L Ford Duratec-powered Zero demonstrator, a Zero Mazda build, our Zero Race demonstrator, and a fully paneled chassis fresh from production, which will be heading to paint in the next few weeks. Our Zero Race car will also be hitting the track next month at our GBS Track Day at Blyton Park.

Alongside the cars, we showcased a range of ATR Products, all designed and manufactured in-house. You can find all these products and more online at Kit Spares – www.kitspares.co.uk.

If you're considering a Zero Self Build kit, don't hesitate to get in touch and book a visit to our factory. We’d love to show you around, discuss your options, and answer any questions you might have.

Check out more photos and videos from the event on our Instagram page! Click here to follow us on Instagram! or click the button below to head to our YouTube Channel to see a short video from the show.

Fantastic Drive out in the Cars at the weekend.....

Last Saturday (14th September), we had a fantastic drive out in the Zeros, and we were also joined by other sports cars for a scenic and fun-filled day. We were joined by 14 cars in total who all met at the GBS for tea/coffee and biscuits before heading out on a 50/60-mile route through beautiful villages and country roads. The weather couldn’t have been better for us and our planned journey ended in an idyllic countryside spot, where we enjoyed food, drinks, and great company in a pub garden before all going our separate ways.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the day so enjoyable! We're already looking forward to organizing more drive outs next year.

Be sure to sign up for our GBS Mailing List to stay updated on our latest news and events. Our next event is the Newark Kit Car Show this weekend, where the GBS team will be showcasing a range of Zeros and products.

Follow us on Instagram @gbs_cars for more behind-the-scenes content, and check out our GBS YouTube Channel to see a short video of the drive out!