Introduction

Way back in 1983 I made the decision to build my own car. At that time and for many years to come it was only a dream. Having modified many cars since then and even being given the title, "Boy Racer", has not stopped me from following my teenage dream to build and drive a car constructed by yours truly. I have no formal technical training in engineering or mechanics. I learnt from a manual when money, or rather the lack of it dictated that dealer servicing and repairs were beyond my budget. I have progressed from there until lastly producing a 300bhp Turbo charged Astra with a 6 speed gearbox. Now for the ultimate challenge. Why modify someone else's car? Build your own.

Why a Tiger Avon?

I first started showing an interest in kit cars whilst I was a teenager. Since that time I have watched many cars and manufacturers come and go. The two designs that have stayed the test of time have been the Lotus 7 and Cobra replicas This is where I started my search. I collected literature, visited shows and lastly visited manufacturers. I narrowed it to three. Pilgrim Sumo, Sylva Striker and Tiger. As a first time builder and on a budget the Pilgrim was ruled out. From my remaining choice the people at Tiger were the most helpful. When I visited I was impressed with the friendly family set-up. But which Tiger to choose? I was taken for a very cold windy blast down the Fenland roads by Paul from Tiger in the Avon and after a welcoming coffee to warm me the decision was made. An order was placed with Sue and a collection date for my chassis of 8/2/03.The Tiger Avon is designed to use donor parts mainly from the Ford Sierra. Front hubs from a Ford Cortina and an Escort steering rack. With the top wishbones ball joints from a Ford Transit van and the lower ball joints from a Fiat 124. I chose to use a Ford Pinto engine as my power unit but other engines can be used including Ford Zetec, Rover K series, V8's and motorcycle engines.

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