Ginetta G12

The Ginetta G12 was a British competition car unveiled in 1966 as an evolution of the G4 with many new features. It had a new tubular steel space frame chassis with the cockpit section mounted to it for extra strength, removable bodywork for easy repair, Triumph derived front uprights with double wishbones and coil springs, anti roll bars and Girling disc brakes at the front and rear. Power came from a 1.0 litre Cosworth SCA inline four engine, and larger engines such as an Aston Martin V8 were fitted later but were less successful. The G12 dominated its class, outclassing Lotus Elan 26Rs and Coventry Climaxes in the 1,150 cc MN series, and also did well in hill climbs before the G16 replaced it. About 28 were built, and at least one was converted into the Jerboa SP.