specifications

Dimensions

Initially a limited production run of seven vehicles was planned, but owing to various circumstances, this version was the only vehicle completed.

The vehicle’s total length clocks in at 5.21m (17.09 ft), whereas the height varies for each section.

From the ground to the radiator front it measures 1.41m (4.62 ft), at the dash it is 1.56m (5.12 ft) high, and at the rear capping 1.49m (4.89 ft) high.

With such sizeable dimensions the Ogilvy Speed Special is surprisingly light, weighing in at 1740kg (3836 pounds).

Currently it seats 5 people, but there is sufficient space for additional seating to be added which could expand the maximum capacity to 8 or even 9 people.

Body

The body framework has been constructed in a combination of 50mm thick jarrah and double sets of 25mm marine ply.

The entire floor area is made from two sheets of the same marine ply with three hatches cut into it to allow direct access to the rear axle handbrake assembly, the fuel tank’s electrics, and the gearbox.

Engine

The engine is a 5L V8, with an Edelbrock inlet manifold, and a Holly 600 down draft carburettor with a manual choke.

dashboard

Burled walnut veneer is supported by a 16mm marine ply base, and the dashboard features sleek black-faced Smiths dials.

These dials are fully digital, and there are no cables powering the speedometer or the tachometer.

Headlights

The headlights are Lucas P100 Bullseyes, converted to halogen.

Wheels

The wheels are a bespoke design, cold-rolled and hand-welded, and punched and laced with 76 spokes.

Two spare wheels are provided, one on each side of the vehicle.

Hubs

The aluminium hubs are cast aluminium.

axles

The axles bear the same specifications as those for a 4-tonne truck, and the rear axle also includes an incredibly strong 11-inch differential.

  • Overall.............................5.21m (17.09ft)

    Front number plate to dash..........2.66m (8.73ft)

    Axle distance (wheel span)..........3.65m (12ft)

    Bonnet..............................1.45m (4.76ft)

    Radiator to dash....................2.32m (7.61ft)

    Overall width.......................1.84m (6.04ft)

  • Rear body top rail/capping...............1.49m (4.89ft)

    Top of dash..............................1.56m (5.12ft)

    Top of radiator..........................1.41m (4.62ft)

    Overall rear width (including capping)...1.34m (4.39ft)

    Wheel (tyre) circumference...............2.69m (8.82ft)

    Wheel diameter...........................856mm (33.7in)

  • Length.................................2.31m (7.58ft)

    Width (front)..........................0.5m (1.64in)

    Width (rear)...........................0.3m (0.98ft)